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THE NEGRO STAR. FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE --- Vol. 20, No. 25 ANNUAL ADDRESS TO THE N. V. D. M. B. S. S. CONVENTION. Mr. President, Messengers and Friends to the Twenty-third Annual Session of the Neosho Valley District Missionary Baptist Sunday School Convention of Kansas God has blessed us with the privilege to assemble in this fair city and with this noble pastor and people and we pray God that our sojourn here will prove a blessing to this people and the Kingdom of Jesus Christ. The Purpose of our assembling. The purpose of our assembling here is to check up on ourselves, and learn just where we stand in Kingdom Work, and also to learn what is required of us as stewards of God and such will be determined by our report sheets. There are many things that claim our attention and among the many I will call your attention to a few of them: 1st, The Sunday School—I shall begin this item with a question Shall we call our school a Sunday School, a Bible School or a Church School? A Sunday School is a rathering of people at some designated place on Sundays for the purpose of studying Sacred Scriptures and may exist with or without a church and may be composed of persons in the community who have no church fellowship. The Bible School is an organization for the purpose of studying the Bible and the sessions may be held at any time and at any place. A Church School cannot exist without a Church, nor independent of the Church. It is the Church settled down to the study of God's Word, that it may be wise unto salvation and that the children of the church people may have a place to specialize in the study of God's word. Since it is the duty of every member of the Church to matriculate. It is a sinful shame, the wty a large number of our Church people act about the Church School. Every Deacon in the Baptist Church, along with the Pastor should be a live worker in the Church School. There is a tendency in some of the good people to ignore the Church School, and give attention to some other department of the Church work, but it must be forever bourne in mind that the Church School embraces the primary essentials of Church life, and no person will ever be fully competent to do efficient Church Work, unless they come by the way of the Church School. The official family of the Church should give special interest to the Church School; they should follow it up, and know its needs. I have related or rather given information concerning the variety of schools conducted by our churches. These schools in fact, are Sunday Schools and the churches have little or no part in them, because the members of the churches fall as a church to function in them. Who the School is for The majority of the church members conclude that the Church Schools are, for the children; but the truth of the matter is, the Church School is for the whole church. Every member of the church should be found in the Church School sessions and we will never make much progress in solving many of the perplexing problems until we line up with God in the Church School. problems until we line up with God Why Young People Leave The Church School. 1. Bad example set by the elder people. This example is laid down by the adults who excuse themslayers from the Church School. They may send their children, but you must bear in mind, that the child wants to be like his parents and will very early emulate their habits. When the parents fail to attend the heavenly institution you cannot expect his children to follow it any longer than they are compelled to do so. If you loll around home, if you go fishing on Sundays, if you you attend Sunday baseball games, if you spend your Sundays car-riding and padding, be sure your child will do JUDGE HANDLEY GIVES SCHOOL TO NEGROES WINCHESTER, VA., Sept. 15. The Douglass Colored Public School building, the cornerstone for which was laid here last Monday, is a part of the Handley Foundation devoted eration. The Douglas school is just-to public schools. The new building is nearing completion on ground donated by the Handley trustees. Judge Handley left several million dollars "for the education of the poor children of Winchester." This included white and colored. The white school is already in op-being erected to comply with Judge Handley's will. CROSSING CRASH (Preston News Service) EASTON, MD., Sept. 15—Grover C. Veshell, a farmer living near Marydel, was seriously injured and George Dallas, colored, was killed, when their auto was struck by a Pennsylvania train at a crossing near Marydel, Tuesday night. Vashell had his left collarbone broken, was badly cut and bruised Both were taken to a hospital at Easton, where it was discovered that Dallas was dead and Veshell in a serious condition. likewise. The people who are not blessed to be parents, has no less responsibility. It behooves you to be a proper example before the youths of the Community. You owe it to the child, to the Community, to the Church, to yourself and to your God. This negligence in Church School attendance on the part of adult Christians, is the open door through which the youths slip away from the Church and Church School Papers have been written, themes have been published, sermons have been preached on the young people and the church, stressing the deplorable attitude of the young people toward the church, but the only means that can be used to fill up the gap, or close that door, or to cause the youth to love the church and its work, is your presence in the Church School and your loyalty to Christ do not forget that if the elder people eat sour grapes, they will put the children's teeth on edge. Proper Housing Another reason for young people leaving the Church School, is improper housing. We cannot any more conduct an interesting class in an open room than we can a quiet hour service at a battle royal. The one room Church School is a jargon and falls to intelligently and righteously and spiritually acquaint the pupils with God. They just meet one another, and not God. A proper house would give each class a room, could be concentration and consecration to God. And when you get a person to meet God, whether it be man or child, he will be eager to return to that place. Unless this is done, the youth of the country will continue to stay away from God and the church and as a result, crime will continue to increase. The church people must get down to real business and invest money in buildings that the church may have adequate quarters for her school The governments of the earth and especially our own, have seen this need in the educational field and as a result, have a fine housing system. It is not wrong for the Church to be as wise as the government. The Bible and the Public School The Bible ought to have a place in the public school. I am not in favor of the book being taught in public school, but it could be carried along as a reading course and every child should have read it thru by the time he finishes the eighth grade. The Bible contains 1,189 chapters and something like 20,173 verses. In the public school, there are 180 school days per year and this for eight years, would give 1440 days. If 22 it will be read thru in eight years. How should we go about this Bible WICHITA, KANSAS, FRIDAY, Sept. 16, 1927 EDUCATION Under all circumstances, we would encourage our young people to get an education by all means; go as far as possible in mastering that sort of education as will fit you and help you to measure arms with the world and perform the duties of foremost citizens. An education will help you reach your star, realize your ambition and give you standing in the world. Therefore, get an education. But I would admonish you with an entreaty, that you will not make the fatal mistake of letting an education unfit or interfere with your life of Christian service, if you would enjoy to the utmost the benefits of an education. Seek ye first the kingdom while educating the mind, to materially help you through life, seek also to educate the heart with Christian ideals; in other words, while making preparation for a living, make also due preparation for a life. MRS. WM. Thomas, 225 E. 7th St. Cherryvale, Kansas. verses of the Bible are read each day reading in the school? 1. Let each teacher be responsible for his class 2. Open the class with a spiritual song; one verse. 3. Let the teacher offer prayer. If the teacher cannot pray, he is not fit to be entrusted with the educational destinies of our boys and girls. He ought to belong to a church, he ought to be in fellow ship with organized Christianity 4. Bible reading. This could be accomplished in five minutes and five minutes a day would amount to 18 hours. 40 minutes a school year, or two days a year, and 16 days in 8 years. This would be an advanced move in checking crime. The Pastor. The Pastor should be a bureau of information, and everybody should be taught to respect him, so that when he speaks, everybody will give good heed. The pastor is the key man in the church, and nothing car run well without him; therefore he must keep in touch with God, and ahead of the people in the work whereunto he is called. The Crime Wave. I have given the causes for the crime wave, without mentioning crime. We cannot hope for our boys and girls to be worth-while citizens without respecting God. The whole church, the preacher and the Church School. You note, that the most vicious crimes of these times are committed by young men and women. They are people that do not know God, do not care for the church and cannot love humanity. Teachers. The teacher· should be a good Christian, a better Christian, the best Christian. These statements imply all that is needed to be said about quality, but for fear that you will not look up the meaning of these words, I stress them a bit. The teacher must be lovable in disposition, and possess the ability to teach. To be able to teach you must know. A mean scowling person should never have the honor of teaching in a Christian Church. I am looking forward to the day when the church compensate her teachers for their services; then more time can be given to the study of the lesson by the teachers and men and women will readily see the importance of special preparation along this line. There should be an examination for every teacher to pass; and the test should be as follows: 1, In Hygiene; 2, His belief in God's word; 3, His personal experience with God; 4, His devotion to God. This applies to the Supt., as well, and he must keep abreast with the time; to keep abreast with the time, does not mean to be up in the reading of vulgar publications, but to be always ready to present a helpful plan for the perfecting of the saints. Divorce Evil. I call your attention to this question because young people marry, and in brief, I offer you a panacea for this evil: I, Love each other. I say to young women, do not marry a man just to have somebody to earn your bread, neither should the man marry just to have somebody to cook, laundry, and keep house for him; there is much more involved PROBE ORDERED IN SWEAT BOX DEATH (Preston News Service) TALLAHASSEE, FLA. Sept. 15—An investigation of the death at a state road camp near here of Henry Ridley, Negro convict, was ordered late Tuesday by Prison Commissionioner Nathan Mayo. Ridley's body was found in a sweat box where he had been placed, prison authorities said, when he twice refused to work. He was placed in the "box" Friday, and died sometime Monday night. Following an inquest by a coroner's jury, which decided that death was from natural causes, Mr. Mayo ordered that B. H. Dickson, prison supervisor stationed at Marianna, be despatched to the camp to conduct the investigation. The coroner's jury was unable to determine the exact cause of death. It was testified at the hearing that a local physician had recently treated Ridley for malaria and had advised the camp authorities that Ridley should be able to work within a few days. The physician, Dr. G. M. Ausley also told the jury that the victim's body showed no evidence of violent mistreatment. He said he treated the man but once. C. T. C. NEWS The enrollment at the Conservatory has been splendid this week. Quite a bit of enthusiasm has been shown over the opening. The school will run a special nine month's course which is in keeping with all up-to-date schools. "Miss Sims" will teach at the Conservatory this year. The enrollment has been very pleasing thus far. The new feature for this year will be the course in Dramatic Reading. Those not interested in music would enjoy this course. The Glee Clubs and Orchestra are opening also. The Parents' Council has elected officers and plan a great year's work for the Conservatory. Mrs. M. Robertson is President; Mrs. Yates was elected Secretary. All parents of pupils of the Conservatory are automatic members of this Council. Miss Jennie Goodman was the 1st pupil to register and take a lesson this term at the Conservatory; and is very delighted to have her old teacher back at the post. in wedlock than these. For the promotion of certain interest, every man should have his own wife, and every woman should have her own husband. You are to be partners, and not boss and slave. The husband should court his wife just as much after marriage, as before, and the wife do as much to retain her attraction for him as she did before marriage. The wife cannot be slouchy, dirty and greasy, hair un kept, and retain her husband's love; always remember there is another woman that would like to have your chance; and to the husband, you must provide for the wife and help her to retain that youthful and pleasing appearance. Treat each other right, and be willing to take something off of one another; learn to bear with each other's fault and you will be able to refrain from the divorce scandal. Immodest Dressing. I recommend that the Christian women, both young and elderly, allow a margin in the length of their dresses, so that when they sit down, they will not be uneasy; many insults are caused by immodest dressing, and those who do not insult you form their opinion of you, and lose their respect for you, when you im properly dress yourself. A girl from 15 to 20 years, should not wear her dresses above her knees; and a lady from 20 to 50 should not wear her dresses at her knees. Women, you are sacred, you should be well covered and you should be protected from the wiles of the devil. (Continued on page three) THE POINT OF VIEW (From The Cleveland Red Triangle) I have a friend who once remarked: "I hope to be a gentleman even if I drive a car." He was a fine man and I have very often thought of his remark. Every one drives a motor, but not everyone drives courteously. To be a good driver, one must do more than avoid accidents. To avoid accidents is skill but it is a higher art to drive a motor so that others do not curse you. If I cut in ahead of another motor on a wet pavement and spray his windshield and cowl with gray or black silme, he does not think well of me. If I cut in ahead of him sharply in any weather, it is no sign I am a well-bred man. If I crowd him out at the safety zone, he will think I am a hog for not taking my turn. If his car is parked at the curb and I crash his fender by skidding into it and then sneak away without putting my card under his starting lever, I am less of a man, even though he may never know who did the deed. If I splach the gowns of ladies who are standing in a safe-zone when less speed would have avoided it; If I see a motorist losing his chains and make no effort to inform him; If I bump the man ahead because my brakes are not tight and then claim that he stopped too suddenly; If I am hit by a careless driver and turn the case over to a shyster lawyer in order to "soak him" with excessive damages, then, I am no gentleman. Some such thoughts may have been running in the mind of my friend when he spoke about being a "gentleman." He was the kind of man whom people naturally respect. They know that he will do the right thing at the right time even if it hurts his pocketbook. He will be square even if he could squeal out of it. It does not affect the moral side of the question because we live in a city and every city is impersonal. If a man would hold his own self-respect, there is as much reason for his being a gentleman to people whom he does not know as in a village where everyone knows him. In a city if he runs down an old friend on a crossing he does not skip and run away, and if he is a gentleman he will not "hit and skip" fellows because there are so many drivers who have no self respect. You can tell them in case of trouble; you identify them on the road instinctively by their road habits. You know whether a gentleman is a gentleman by the way he acts in the house, or his place of business, or upon the road. Every motorist could well say to himself every time he sits behind the wheel: "I am bound to be a gentleman, even if I drive a car." Coffeyville News Notes Good services at Calvary Sunday, Pastor Williams returned after four weeks vacation, feeling fine. He preached at eleven o'clock, services on "Love;" bringing out some good thoughts; one came forward and joined the church. At 8 p. m., Rev. T. T. Love of Oklahoma, Preached a very good sermon. Text John 4:10. After service, baptizing was held in the new auditorium. Rev. Washington, of Oklahoma, worshipped at Calvary, Sunday, also several other out-of-town visitors. Mrs. Lula Payne of K. C. Mo is visiting at the home of her brother on E. 6th St. Mr. Joe Winfrey, Mrs. Lillie Rogers and children of Tulsa, Okla. are visiting relatives in the city. Mrs. Thelma Roberts and little daughter returned to their home in Topeka, Thursday. Miss Arlene Longacker is quite ill Miss Reba Mae Medlock will return to K. C., soon to take up her study at Western College. The Int., Art Club met at the home of Miss Edwina Pierce on E. Sixth St., Thursday afternoon. After routine of business, Art instructs Five Cents Per Copy SAYS KU KLUX KLAN IS 'LOSING OUT NOW' BIRMINGHAM, ALA, Sept 9 The Ku Klux Klan is losing its grip, according to J. L. Liles, vice president of the Birmingham Layman's League, who declared in address at a meeting of church workers last Wednesday night. Mr. Liles thinks the people will now turn to joining the church as they did a few years ago in becoming members of the klan. He says that the klan is not so popular now and the people will again turn to church. GRAHAM-HARRIS One of the most important events of the week was the wedding, Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock a. m. of Miss Stella Harris, who became the bride of Robert Leroy Graham of Topeka, Kansas. Miss Harris was married at the home of her mother, 608 E. 5th St., Coffeyville. The Color scheme was carried out in yellow and white, intermingled with fresh cut flowers which made a pleasing setting for such a sacred affair. Mrs. Prof. W. G. Whittaker did the decorating which proved herself to be an artist along that line of work. The bride's youngest sister (Miss Hettie Harris) was bride's mald. She was stunting in a green taffeta gown of tulle at the bottom. She was very beautiful by the prince of her electric self and carried a shower of pink roses, tied with pink chiffon. The bride, Miss Stella Harris was adorable with her natural simple beauty. She wore a white crepe de chine dress, trimmed with rhinestones, and silver satin slippers and a full length veil aughtie with orange blossoms. The wedding mach was played by Mrs. Cleo, Skinner Martin. Mrs. Thelm Johnston Roberts of Topeka, sweetly sang, "At Dawning," accompanied by Mrs. Martin. Miss Bessie Eads of Parsons, electrified all present as she sang, "Because." (Miss Eads has just returned from the East where she she has been traveling with the Jackson Jubilee Singers.) The ceremony was performed by Rev. P. D. Skinner, Ph.D. National Evangelist for Baptists Mr. Graham, the groom wore a full dress suit and had as best man, Mr. Dewey Baker of Topeka. Immediately after the ceremony, ice cream and cake were served to 50 guests; and at 12 o'clock a very elaborate dinner was served to the bride and groom and the following guests: Misses Dora Morrison, Art teacher, Cleveland School, Hettie Harris, Bessie Eads, Measrs I. H. Fisher, B. H. Grinder, Kansas City, Laura Williams, Topeka, Mr. Dewey Baker, Topeka and bride's mother, Mrs. Ida Harris. Mrs. Graham was the recipient of many lovely gifts. The bridal party left for Topeka, where Mr. add Mrs. Graham will make their home. tor, Mrs. G. W. Whitaker took charge. We spent some time making beautiful dolls. A dainty lunch was served by hostess. Ind. Ave. Christian Ch. S. S., at 9:45; Preaching at 11 o'clock. Bro. Walter Scott brought a very interesting story to us. The subject was, "My hands are tied and I cannot help." Every one present was put to thinking whether or not they had tied some one's hands. At the Endeavor hour, the pupils were divided into groups; Junior and Senior groups. The subject for Senior group was "How Should God's Portion of my Money?" etc; Malachi 3:8; 2 Cor. 8:1-5, 9 inclusive. A paper on this subject was read by Miss Neal; response by Mr. Isaac Butler. Mr. W. Graves will write a paper for next Sunday. Choir rehearsal, Tuesday at 8 p.m. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening. Everyone is asked to be present. Workera' Conference on Friday at 8 o'clock. Improved Uniform Sunday School Lesson BY REY P R FITZWATER DD, Dean Moody Bible Institute of Chicago © 1937, by Western Newspaper Union Lesson for September 18 LESSON TEXT—I Kings 12:1-24. GOLDEN TEXT—Pride goeth before Construction, and a haughty spirit be- fore a fall. PRIMARY TOPIC—God Punishes a Poohling King. JUNIOR TOPIC—God Punishes Poolish King INTERMEDIATE AND SENIOR TOPE- CHE: The Folly of Pride. YOUNG PEOPLD AND ADULT TOPIC—How to Prevent Divisions. The movements leading up to the disruption of the kingdom had begun in Solomon's reign. He saw in Jeroboam the leader of insurrection and endeavored to kill him. Jeroboam fled to Egypt until Solomon's death (1 kings 11:40). Having been in formed by the prophet Abijah that he was to have ten tribes over which to rule, as soon as he heard of Solomon's death he returned to be ready to take up his work. 1. The Demand of the People (vy. 14). This was occasioned by the burden of excessive taxation and enforced labor, which was required by Solomon in order to build costly houses and temples for his heath in wives. The people were grouning under its weight Upon the accession of the new king Rehoboaum, the people, through their leader Jeroboam, came with the request that their burdens be made lighter, promising loyalty to him on the condition of lightened burdens. II. Rehoboam's Foolish Decision (vv. 5-15.) 1. Rehoboam consulted with the old men (vv. 57). These were men of experience who had been Solomon's advisers. Being acquainted with the condition as imposed by Solomon, and knowing the temper of the people, they advised that the people's request be granted. 2. Rehoboam consulted the young men (vv. 8-11). These young men had grown up with him, possibly were his half brothers, sons of Solomon's many wives. Being thus brought up in the luxury of the halfem, they were ignorant of the legal right of the people. Therefore they advised that the burdens be increased. 8. Rehoboaum followed the advice of the young men (vv. 1215). At the appointed time he announced his purpose to the people. He even answered them roughly, asserting his purpose to increase their burdens and sorrows. He assumed that it was his right to rule and that it was the people's role to obey regardless of conditions. III. The Revolt of the Ten Tribes (vv. 1024). Upon Rehoboaum's announcement of his rash purpose all Israel cried out, "What portion have we in David? to your tents, O Israel." 1. Rehoboam's attempt to collect tribute (v. 19, 19). As he endeavored to collect tribute from the ten tribes, Adoram, his tribute gatherer, was stoned to death. So violent was the opposition on the part of the people that Rehoboam had to die to Jerusalem to save his life. 2. Jeroboam made king over Israel (v. 20). They seem to have lost no time in selecting a head so as to be strong in their opposition to Rehoboam. 3. Rehoboam's attempt to compel the ten tribes to return to David (vv. 21-24). To effect this, he as-embed his army of 180,000 men. Through the prophecy of Shamulah, which forbade them to go against their brethren they were pursued to return. IV. Jeroboam's Scheme to Unify the Ten Tribes (vv. 25-33). 1. He established calf worship (vv. 31-33). (1) He built houses and high places (v. 31). This was against the direct command of God. God had directed His people to destroy the high places and to break down the idol atrous centers. So we see that Jeroboam, by the demands of his sinful heart, disbelieved God. (3) He changed the day of the Feast of the Tabernacle (v. 32). The time of this feast was set by the Lord (Lev. 23:33, 34). Jeroboam argued that the change in the time would be better suited to their northern climate, but God, who made the climate ordained the time of the feast, it was his business, therefore, to obey God. (4) Jeroboam himself intrudes into the priest's office. The act of preumption on his part was the climax of his goddess acts, all of which grew out of his wicked heart. God Established Prayer God has established prayer to connicate to His creatures the dignity of causality—Pascal. The business of life is largely mad up of minute affairs, requiring only judgment and diligence.—Beecher. Be Not as Water Be not as water which takes the tint of all colors.—Syriac. SEPTEMBER 18, 1927. "Problem of Peace and War." Luke 2:7-15. There is only one road that leads to the City of Peace and that road leads through Christ. It begins in regeneration and ends in glorification. This road is straight and high; no accidents because the traffic is light. The road to war begins in selfishness and ends in Hell. Accidents because travel is congested, swift, and careless. Our lesson speaks of the Prince of Peace: Jesus came to bring peace on earth, good will to men. Special features of the lesson:— "The Shepherds in the Field," "Angels in the Air," and "Christ in the Manger." The Holy family because of no room in the palace. "He became poor." God is pleased to discover Himself to the humble and simple life. THOUGHTS: Is there any room in modern society for the Christian family and the principles for which it stands? Jesus was born in a manger, but still He was God's Son. It is not where one is born but what is born. The Gospel is not a message of fear, but of hope. Christ is found not necessary in the humble home but in the humble heart. All worlds seemed to witness the birth of Christ. Angels declare Him, The shepherds found Him and the wise men worshipped Him. To find, declare and worship Christ is the world's only hope of peace. The New Testament has the only solution for the problems of Peace. St. Mary Bapt. Church REV. J. E. DOUGLASS. PASTOR Sunday was a well spent day, beginning with S. S., at its regular hour 9:30; in the absence of the Pastor, Rev. Wm. Thompson, was in charge. The lesson was wonderfully reviewed by our assistant Supt. Bro. Jackson. Rev. Thompson was in charge of the Evangelism Period. At 11 o'clock, a short devotion was led by the deacons; afterwhich Rev. Thompson delivered the message from Jeremiah 6th chapter. Theme: "The Good Way." B. Y. P. U. at 6 o'clock with Vice President at his post of duty. Attendance was good. Ever Loyal was in charge of the program; they also won the banner for finance. At the 8 o'clock services devotion was again led by the deacons afterwhich, Rev. W. B. Gary brought the message from St. Jorn 5:6. Chief Theme: "Wilt thon be made whole?" Receipts for the day $45.27. Be sure to come to Mission Friday afternoon at 2.30 Rubie Crane, reporter. Wellington Notes. SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH William McIlveen, Pastor. S. S., opened on time, with Mrs. Clark, Supt., in charge. The S. S., is gaining new life. All teachers were at their post. The lesson was taught by classes. Review by our Pastor. At the eleven o'clock hour a large crowd gathered to hear the Pastor preach, who brought to us a burning-message from the subject: "The Death of Christ." Text, "Who appeared in glory, and spoke of His decease, that He should accomplish at Jerusalem." Our hearts were made to burn within us as he talked on the following outlines: 1, The Cause of His Death; 2, The Nature of His Death; 3, The Necessity of His Death. At the evening hour, the pastor preached on the subject: "The Worth of the Soul." The members of the Second Baptist gave the pastor a very expensive surprise last week. Everything good for the table. Mrs. Fisher, our Assistant Supt., will leave this week for a visit in New York, and other eastern cities. ST. PAUL A. M. E. CHURCH Elm and Wate Streets, Rev. C. E. Brooks, Pastor—At 11 o'clock the Pastor's Aid Society gave their 2nd Hymn Service. Those on program were: Mrs. Mattle Scott Perry Miss Marle Brown, Mrs. Barbara Perry, Mrs. Josephine Ball and W. L. Hutcherson, Mrs. Eva Woods is President of the Society. Last year, this program was given and was repeated this year by request. The purpose is the raising of funds for the conference, and re-vitalizing the hymn service of the church. The Negro Star- For the good of the People MRS MARTHA E. ROBINSON SEAMSTRESS ONE WEEK'S SUPPLY Free Free BRONZE BEAUTY face powder STRAY-TEK CHEMICAL CO. 91125 MAIN ST. 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Mrs. Millie Anderson 1715 E. 5th St. Coffeyville. SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION. President ... H. I. Monroe 1150 Clay St. Topeka. Secretary ... Lois Grimes, 615 W. 10. St. Junction City, Kensas Treasurer ... A. E. Clark 1508 Clark St. Parsons. B. Y. P. U. President ... H. T. Sims 1241 Wabash Ave. Wichita. Secretary Miss Mattie O. Bradshaw 1547 Quincy St. Topeka. Treasurer ... Mrs. Pauline Wilson 622 Clive St. Ottawa. Nrocho Valley District Baptist Association. and its Auxiliary Conventions: ASSOCIATION PROPER M. orator ... Rev. J. H Scott Oswatothe, Kans. Vice Mod. ... Rev. W. F. Deatty Ft. Scott, Kans. Bv. history. ... Rev. C. O. Marshall, Charutz, Kans. T. orator ... Rev. Jas. Stovall Humboldt, Kans. WOMAN'S HOME FORIGN MISSION. President..... Mrs. J. W. Gordon Iola, Kansas Fire Pres. ..... Mrs. I. M. Hughes Ottawa, Kansas Calina News Items REV. J. H. BRUCE, PASTOR The St. John Sunday School open at usual hour; Supt. Wm. Brumel, presiding. We are very glad to see Mr. Brumel taking up the work. We know if all the teachers will cooperate with him, we will have a new progressive Sunday School. At 11 a. m., after a very executive and spiritual song service by the junior choir, Pastor, Rev. J. H. Bruce chose for text John 6.67, 68; Subject: "Don't Leave Jesus," from which he delivered a logical and spiritual message.. The leading thoughts of the sermon were:— 1. "The Person of Jesus Christ" (2) His Love For Us. 2. "The Danger of Leaving Jesus" (a) Storms Will Arise. (b) You Lose Your Power. 3. "The Reward of Staying With Jesus." (a) He Will Teach You. Matt. 5:2-10 (b) He Petitions for you. Jno. 17 (c) He Will Save You. Jno. 6:39. D. Y. P. U., opened at usual hour; Sister Mattie Williams, presiding We are very sorry just here to see Miss Williams leave, but we are paying that she may have a successful year. Sunday night, 8 p. m., Pastor Bruce delivered another masterly sermon from 1 Cor. 9:16. Subject: "The Gospel." "The leading thoughts of the message were:— 1. "The Gospel, Good News, and Glad Tidings." 2. "The Gospel, Verily Christ From Birth to Ascension." 3. "The Necessity of Preaching It" (a) To Inform Others. (b) To Prepare the World for Judgment. 4. "To Save Sinners and Edify the Saints." Miss Estell Whitney, 418 N. 2nd left last week for Emporis, where she will enter the Teachers' State College. Miss Mattle Williams will leave Dr Topeka, Kansas, Friday, where she will teach at the Kansas Vocational School. Mr. Theodore Haynes, a n t Mr. and Mrs. Jim Depriest, all of Salina, motored to Topeka. Mrs. Ovelia Hayes, 434 N. 2nd left Saturday evening for Denver Colo., where she will visit relatives and friends. A pleasant social affair of the early autumn season was a slumber party given Monday evening at Mrs Faye Bruce's by the B. H. Girls. A delicious luncheon, an evening spent in playing games and chatting and Secretary - Mrs. M. G. Glover, Chanute, Kansas Treasurer - Miss. F. Cohran, Fort Scott, Kansas SUNDAY SCHOOL, CUN INITION, President - Rev. M. Smith, Fort Scott, Kansas Vice Pres. - Mrs. Bettie Gower, Paola, Kansas Secretary - Miss Lida Cramp, Olathe, Kansas Treasurer - Mrs. Carrie Whitever Fort Scott, Kansas BAPTIST YOUNG PLOLES UNION. President - Miss. M. L. Owens Fort Scott, Kansas Vice Pres. - Mr. Minor Fleming, Fort Scott, Kansas Secretary - Mrs. Elsie Lewis Olathe, Kansas Ministers - Mrs. Martha Baker Olathe, Kansas MINISTERS AND DEACONS UNION. President - Rev. J. A. Rucker, Paola, Kansas Vice Pres. - Rev. J. W. Williamson Hillsdale, Kansas Secretary - Mrs. the 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. Y. Warder Eldworth, Kansas WOMAN'S HOME AND IOREIGN MISSIONARY CONVENTION President ... Sister M. D. Jones 149 W. 12th Junction City Vice Pres. Sister Carrie L. Davison Route 9 Box 91, Limpola Ice. Sec. Sister Lester D. Bryant 320 N. 2nd. Salina. SUNDAY SCHOOL, CONVENTION. President ... Sister O. E. Jackson 420 S. Cottage Ave. Salina. 420 S. Cottage Ave. Salma. Vie Pres., ..... Sister Maude Curtis a very early morning breakfast were features. Those present were Misses Viola Dow, Lynette Jackson Bernadette, Brummell, Agnes Hudson, Mrs. Geraldine Hudson, Mrs Essie D. Bryant, Mrs. Olivia Jackson, Miss Mattie Williams and Mr Faye Bruce. Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Turner, Miss Gladys Hill, Mr. Raymond Hall and Mrs. May Williams motored to Wichita, Kansas, Sunday afternoon. Mr. Charles McGee and Mrs. Jas McGee, of Delphos, spent Sunda, and Monday with Mr. and Mrs. R W. Hudson, Salina. Miss B. Brummel, reporter (Continued from Page one) Our District Our District is doing fairly well Ottawa, Osawatomie, Olathe, Paola, Chanute, Iola, Burlington, and the two schools at Fort Scott, have been visited by the President, also Humboldt, Baldwin, Garnett, Lacygne, Md. City, and Hillsdale, I did not visit, but we hope to have a report from each school at this meeting. Baldwin, Lacygne, and Md. City, may as well be dropped from the roll. Our State Sunday School Convention is yet in the lime-light, under the presidency of Deacon H. I. Monroe of Topeka, Kansas. We held an excellent convention last June with the Calvary Baptist Church Topeka, Kansas, Rev. W. II. Young Pastor. The Convention meets this year with the Maple St. Baptist Ch. School; we hope to send at least $125.00. The State is in much need of money. The S. S. and B. Y. P. U., Congress was held with the Concord Baptist Church, in N. Y., City, last June, there we held an interesting session. Owing to the decease of President Cannon, there was a vacancy which was filled by the election of Dr. W. H. Jernagin of Washington, D. C., and Dr. O. C. Maxwell of St. Louis, elected Vice President-s-large. The work of the Congress is that of specialization; there are general meetings in which there is planning and special talks on selected topics. From 8 to 10 each morning is special work in the various departments —Cradle Dept., Teachers' Depts., Primary, Junior, Senior, Adult, President's, etc. I followed the Supts.' Dept., and the general meetings. Should I attend this Year I think now that'I shall give special attention to the President's Department. The Congress will convene in the city of Nashville, Tennessee, in June. 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Music Director ... Sister Geraldine Layland on 600 N. 2nd. St. Sulinn, Kansas EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS, Ma'n Body Rce. J. W. Johnson. N. Mulberry St. Abilene, Kansas Tribune, Kansas Lcv. J. Moore, Aculemas, Kansas Rev. J. H. Bruce, 9th and Yuma St. Manhattan, Kansas Monday at 7:00 o'clock p.m. and one hour during the session except, Sunday. Second Day, Tuesday, Sunday School Convention. Mission Convention. Fifth and Seventh Day, Friday and Sunday, The Main Body. Sixth Day, Saturday a. m. and Evening Auxiliary Missions, Pigm Raptist Church, Manhattan, Kansas, Rev. J. H. Bruce, Pastor. Send all bazar pieces for State and District Work to sister J. D Devine, 614 W. 9th St., Junction City, Kansas. MISSION CONVENTION Sister Mary Brown, Russell, Kansas Sister J. E. Johnson Manhattan Kansas SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION Sister Viola Peterson 8th & Yuma Manhattan, Kansas 1000 Agents Phone Douglas 3170-M MR. A. J. OF CHICAGO An expert Au'o mechanic for over with his brother, Mr. Joe, Craig. 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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 21th 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, Necodenum, Strong City, and Salina. 1st. 2nd. 3rd. 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 615 S. 23rd St. Parsons. 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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Treasurer.....Mrs. M. Lytle, Chetopa B. V. P. U. CONVENTION..... President.....$Rev. Wm. Thomas Cherwira, Kans. Gen. Sec. Miss Bonzetta Washington Independence, Kans. Treasurer ... Miss Marjorie Gunter MINISTERS AND DEACONS UNION. President ... Rev. J. S. King 420 W. 3rd St., Cheeryville, Kans. Vice President ... Rev. H. Hopkins Pittsburg, Kans. Gen. Sec. ... Rev. J. P. Williams, Route 5 Parsons. Cerneyville, KY. Convenes Monday before Fourth Lord's Day in July. MONDAY, APRIL 11, 1917 MONTANA ARCHIVE STATION YOUNG LADIES DISTRICT CON. Auxiliary to S. S. Con.) President..... Mrs. E. M. Wyatt 103 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 tes 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. OFFERS: Moderator ... Rev. Chas. Favors 1009 Holman St., Joseph, Mo. Vice Moderator ... Rev. M. Houston MKT. 1774 JONES FILLER FULL SUPPLY OF CRANK CASE S Leave or Phone Your Order JACKSON & COMPANY AMBULANCE In hours of bereavement, we to handle all details rendered LICENSED EMBALMER Arrangements are inconspicu THE PERSONAL SERVICE Abner B. Jar Phone Mkt. 4310 V. L. VAN LEU—REAL 628½ N. 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Mission Con- vention, Mrs. Wm. Smothers, 1016 North 10th, Atchison, Kans. President, Sunday School Con- vention, 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 OFFICERS OF THE SOUTHWEST DISTRICT ASSOCIATIONS AND AUXILIARIES Moderator.....Rev. J. W. Hayes Vice Moderator.....Rev. N. J. Stokes Pratt, Kansas. General Sec'y.....Rev B. L. Marchand 1009 Wabash Ave. Wichita. Treasurer.....Rev. J. E. Douglas 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 Marlow, Wichita Cook, Box 81, Tratt, Kansas. Mission Circle ... Mrs. Ida F. Bates 1512 Wichita, Wichita 1713 Wabnath, Wichita. M. & D. Union ...Rev. C. E. Woods Arkansas City. 902 E. 9TH STREET BING STATION OF GAS AND OILS SERVICE FREE for All Kinds of Hauling. ANY UNDERTAKERS — SERVICE we stand with a ray of comfort your beloved ones. ERS IN ATTENDANCE. te unless you are satisfied. SERVICE, YOU DESIRE. Jackson, M'g'r 628 N. Malt ESTATE & RENTALS Phone Mkt. 3462 GUIDE TO THE RAINS Rental Properties and Convenient Place— transact Business. MORE BUYING! WHEN YOU WANT THE BEST BUY PEERLESS BUTTER COPLEY'S Ice Cream made by WICHITA CREAMERY CO. THE NEGRO STAR THE NEGRO STAR OFFICIAL ORGAN OF DAPTIST 511 Wabash Avenue ISSUED EVERY FRIDAY H. T. SIMS, EA S. Moore R. H. Neely, 1505 Ohio Ave., M. 650 Miss L. Covington, 501 N. Water S Enter as second class matter June Kansas, under the Act of March 3. OFFICIAL ORGAN OF BAPTIST STATE CONVENTION AND AURS. 911 Wabash Avenue TELEPHONE MARKET $130 # Assistant Editor A. H. Neely, 1805 Ohio Ave., M. 6500 andD. 3793 Miss L. Covington, 501 N. Water St. Phone M. 1663 Local Editress Enter as second class matter June 12th 1919, at the Post office at Wichita, Kansas under the Act of March 3, 1879. SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One Year Six Months Three Months One Month The writer of any article must published. Write on one side of paper matter for publication.—Notify us paper. Articles reaching the office in the next issue. Let your articles be A CALL TO THE BAPTIST YOUNG H OF KANSAS:— Your attention is Board Meeting of the S vention of Kansas to b Church, Topeka, Kans. Because of the ind Convention Proper and the State Work each D vention is urgently re and each Local Union $ One Year ..... $1.50 Ix 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 in the next issue. Let your articles be brief and to the point. A CALL TO DUTY. TO THE BAPTIST YOUNG PEOPLE'S UNIONS OF KANSAS:- Your attention is called to the Executive Board Meeting of the State B. Y. P. U. Convention of Kansas to be held with the Shiloh Church, Topeka, Kans. Saturday, Oct. 8, 1927. Because of the indebtedness of the State Convention Proper and the pressing needs of the State work each District B. Y. P. U. Convention is urgently requested to send $15.00 and each Local Union $5.00 to this meeting. Yours in His Name, H. T. Sims, Mattie L. Br H. T. Sims, President, Mattle L. Bradshaw, Sec. CITY ITEMS Mrs. Ben Lloyd returned last week from a very pleasant stay in Muskegee, Okla. Miss Dorothy and Mr. Chas. Yates spent a pleasant vacation with their uncle in Boham, Texas. The serenade for Miss Sims by some of the young Men's Glee Club of the Conservatory, one evening of last week, was very much appreciated. It told they were glad their teacher had returned. Announcing that Miss Loraine Griffin is no more Miss Griffin, but Mrs. Hill. She was quietly married some time ago to this very desirable young man of Salina., and with Mrs. Hill's qualities and accomplishments we are sure of success for this young couple. Mrs. Hill and her family are to be in Colorado for a while for a rest for Mrs. Hill, who has overgone her strength in the school room. Her friends are wishing that she may soon feel her real self, and much happiness attend them. Mrs. M. Webber has returned home from a visit with her brother, Mr. George Banks in Arkansas City. Mrs. Holbert, Miss Maggie Holbert and little Miss Geneva Rose, who has been visiting in the city with Mrs. Emanuel Reed, returned, Saturday to their home in Paris, Texas. Miss Marie Mayberry has returned home from a several months' visit in Chicago. Mrs. Beatrice Mayshaw is out of the city for a summer vacation. Mr. Ed Triplett is away for his vacation, we are informed. Mrs. C. B. Andrews called Monday and renewed her subscriptions for another year, just before the old one had expired. Thanks. Mrs. Andrews has not been very well the past week. Miss Geraldine Shannon is leaving this week for school at Topeka. Her friends are wishing her a successful year, there, her first year. BEATTY—WEBSTER The marriage of Mrs. L. Beatty and Mr. Busch Webster was solemnised at 8:30 p. m., Tuesday, Oct. 6, at the home of the bride's sister and brother-in-law, Mrs. and Mr. Ben Lloyd, 925 Ohio. Rev. C. H. Glass, Pastor of C. M. E. Church, officiated. The couple was attended with Mr. Leon Webster as best man and Mrs. Leon Webster as bride's maid. Only immediate friends of the families, witnessed the ceremony. The bride's gown was of blue satin in crepe and cream lace, with which she wore cream hose and black satin slippers. Miss Bernice Hicks beautifully played the wedding march. Afterwhich Mrs. L. A. Yates sweetly sang, "Sweetheart." At the close of the ceremony an informal reception was held for those who attended the wedding. Mr. and Mrs. Busch Webster are at home, 1143 Cleveland. THE LABOR DAY CELEBRATION The Water Street Branch Y. M. C. A., staged its Sixth Annual Labor Day Celebration at McKinley Park, Monday, Sept. 5. The crowd was far below normal. There were between five and six hundred people in the park; partially due to the inclement weather. The auto parade was not as good as 2 years ago, but few cars decorated and fewer bicycles. The water carnival fell flat. The concert by the American Legion Band, drew expressions of appreciation. They rendered a splendid pro- gram. The tennis tournament was a feature of the entire program. The boys from Kansas City, proved too fast for the local boys. They won both singles and doubles. The doubles were won by Piney Brown and Richard Hudling. Dr. H. N. Sims and Robert King were runners up. The singles were won by Herbert Penn, with John Taylor as runner up. The semi-finals between Taylor and Hudling was the feature of the tournament. They were in same bracket and therefore met in the semi-finals, while Penn was in the other bracket and having defeated Brown, who had won from Dr. Sims, met Taylor after the latter had played Hudling. Mention should be made of the exhibition match between Hudling and Exhibition DeWitt (white) State Champion. It was great. DeWitt won, but styled it his greatest contest. The Kansas City team was composed of Herbert Penn, Richard Hudling, Piney Brown, John Smith, John Taylor. Hudling has just graduated from the University of Chicago, while Penn is in the University of Michigan. YMCA Secretary Hutcharson of Water Street Branch Y. M. C. A., attended the Employed Officers' Conference at Camp Wood. He was elected Shrm. of the Commission on World Outlook for the (A. B. W. S.) Association of Boys' Work Secretaries. He is already serving as a member of the State Boys' Work Committee, and the sub-committee on Camps and Conferences as well as the Commission on Work with Girls and the Commission on Church Con Commission on Church Co-operation. The new State Boys' Work Secretary, succeeding Mr. B. V. Edworthy is Mr. Bruce Tallman. He and Secretary Hutcherson Hutcherson worked together for two years in Iowa. Therefore, we can look forward to the same fine spirit of co-operation. Y. W. C. A. NOTES Y. W. C. A. NOTES The Finance Committee, Mrs. B. F. Hill, Chairman, will present Mme Anita Pattl Brown, noted soprano, in recital, Thursday Oct. 6, at Calvary Baptist Church, Elm & Water. Plans are being made for Branch setting up conference which will be held Thursday, Sept. 22, at the Y. W. C. A., 818 N. Water St. Saturday, Oct. 1st will be Girl Reserve Day at the Mary B. Talbert Branch. All Intermediate and grade school girls are invited to attend. The Friendship Club will meet at the Branch Tuesday, Sept. 20, at 8 o'clock. All girls interested in the club are invited to be present. Ottawa News. The attendance at all services at Bethany Chapel was small Sunday, many of the members were out of town. Rev. James Wilson had charge of the services; the pastor and family being in Chicago, Ill. Rev. Wilson The Negro Star—For the good of the People prescheed at the morning service and Rev. John Stovall at the evening service. Group Four had charge of the B. Y. P. U. Program, which was well rendered. Mr. Douglas Allen and sister. Mrs. Britton went to Colorado, Saturday on an excursion trip. Rev. L. F. Marshman is in Colo. Mrs. Geo. Johnson, Mrs. Starks, Misses Katherine Turner, Mamie Starks, Bettie Starks and Mr. Wm. Starks visited relatives in Kansas City, last week. Mr. J. H. Wilson and family are taking their annual vacation trip; while away, they will visit relatives in Colorado. Rev. and Mrs. Eyard of the St. Paul A. M. E. Church, spent the latter part of last week in Topeka. Rev. E. D. Eatman of North Topeka, will preach at St. Paul A. M. E. Church, Wednesday, Sept. 7th. Messas Clarence a nd Clifford Spotsville were guests of relatives and fiends in Garnett, Sunday. Misses Margaret Clayborne, Mary Elsie Lewis, Mrs. Pauline Wilson and Mr. Olen Wilson attended services in Garnett, Sunday morning and were entertained at dinner by Mrs. Cruz and Mrs. Henry Collins. Mrs. Queen Hurtado visited her brother in Garnett, Sunday afternoon. Rev. Favors and family will return from Derolt, Saturday. The B. C. S. S., will render a program, Sunday at 3 p. m. Mr. J. M. Lewis and son, Frederick, motored to Kansas City, Saturday for a visit at the home of Messrs Charles and Vellmer Lewis. Bethany Chapel S. S. opened at the usual time with a fair number present . Lesson was reviewed by Rev. Wm. Scott. At 11 o'clock services, Rev. Favors preached from Luke 13:24 and at the evening services he selected as a text, Isaiah 33:17, subject, "The Privileges of the Godly." We are glad to have Rev. Favors and family home again. They report a wonderful trip. Rev. A. W. Ross made a brief stop in Ottawa, enroute home from various points in Missouri, where he spent his vacation. Mr. and Mrs. George Turner and son, and Mrs. Woods and children of Welhita, who have been visiting their sister, Mrs. George Johnson, and other friends since Wednesday, left Monday for Des Moines. They were accompanied by Mrs. A. J. Williams and Mrs. Johnson. Mr. and Mrs. Russell Allen spent Sunday afternoon an evening in Paola. Frank Holbert of Atchison is here visiting his uncle, Mr. Frank Holbert. The people of the community were surprised to learn of the marriage of Mr. Olen Wilson and Miss Marguerite Clayborne, which has been kept secret since the latter part of July. They were married in Garnett. Rev. James Wilson is improving. He was unable to go to church, Sunday, and he states it is the first Sunday he has failed to attend church services in ten years. Rev. and Mrs. Enyard of the A. M. E. Church, went to Topeka, Tuesday to attend conference. Rev. Enyard carried with him one of the best reports that has even been sent from the St. Paul A. M. E. Church. Miss Bernice McBrier is attending school at Emporia. Mr. and Mrs. Mose Thompson entertained Mr. and Mrs. G. Turner and son, Jr. of Wichita,, and Mr. and Mrs. G. Johnson for Sunday dinner. Rev. Favors and family were entertained at the home of Mrs. Geo. Lewis, Sunday-A. P. Wilson. Cherryvale News Notes REV. WM. THOMAS. PASTOR Ruth Wheaton, reporter. S. S., at 10 o'clock; opened by acting Supt. Teachers on duty. Review by Pastor Thomas. Morning service at 11:15; devotion led by Deacon Burges; Scripture Lesson, 24th Psalm by Pastor, Rev. Jefferson of Coffeyville preached a very intelligent and instructive sermon from Tim. 4. At 3 p. m., Rev. John Whitmore of the A. M. E. Church preached his farewell sermon before going to Conference; he used for his subject: "Coming By The Way of The Cross;" which was well discussed. He also demonstrated "Nails in his sermon; had all kinds of nails, good, bad, rusty, bent and straight. He used them in reference to the Christians of the day. N. A. A. C. P., held a short session, after services. S. Y. P. U., at 6:20, opened by President. Lesson taught by Rev. J. S. King. Afterwhich, Group No.2. by substituting, came forward and rendered a very interesting and spiritual program which was enjoyed by all present. They received highest finance. Evening service 8:20, devotion very spiritual. Pastor Thomas brought to us a burning message found, 3rd chapter of 2nd Timothy 18th verse; subject: "The Christian's Use of the Bible." Thoughts on the Subject as follows, advanced from Deut. 6: 1, The Christian's Obligation to Love God. 2, The Christian's Obligation to Teach Their Children God's Word. 3, The Obligations of Children to Adhere to and Live by what is Taught by the Word; which was well discussed. Mr. Eugene Wheaton and Miss Ethel Rutledge of Independence, spent Sunday, with Mr. Wheaton's father and sisiter, Mr. Joe Wheaton and Mrs. Tessie Stringer. Pastor and Mrs. Wm. Thomas, Rev. J. S. King, Mrs. Emma Wheaton and Mrs. Ida Teal were business visitors in Independence. Messrs Frank Proctor and William Walker of Independence, visited in Cherryvale, on Sunday, Sept. 4th. Mr. A. F. Green and son Sylvester were business visitors in Parsons, Tuesday evening. Mr. Hughie Robinson has returned from Paola, Sedalia, and Kansas City, after a week's visit. Mrs. Pauline Mitchell and little daughter, Hilda, of Carthage, Mo. visited Mrs. Louise Dixon, Wednesday and Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. S. Medcalf drove to Parsons, Monday, to accompany their daughters home who had been visiting there the past week. Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Teal and mother. Mrs. Ida Teal and Lillian Teal motored to Oswego, Monday. Madam Pearl Williams and Lillie Reed were Saturday visitors in Parsons. Mr. Buster Burgess left last night for Kansas City, to sing over the radio at the Rev. G. McNeills and to accompany his mother home. HUMBOLDT, KANSAS Rev. H. H. Hopson who has pastored Poplar Grove Church for 24 years, was surprised in his home, Sunday, when five car loads of his members drove down and presented him with many gifts. The members who were unable to come, sent their gifts. Those who came were:—Mr. and Mrs. Frank Landrum, Mr. Verne Boyd, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Tinch, Mr. and Mrs. Boyle Johnson, Mr. Willie Woods, Mr. Otis Tinch, Mr. Honeycutt, Mr. and Mrs. James Stovall, Mr. Rax Jackson, Mrs. Chanay, Mrs. Jane King and Miss Geneleve Tinch. ST. PAUL A. M. E. CH. Sunday was the close of the Conference year for our Pastor, Rev. C. E. Brooks, who left Tuesday to attend the session of the Annual Conference held this week in Topaka. The session of the Bible School was held at 9:30 a.m., with a very good attendance. At the 11 a.m. services was a special program conducted by the ladies of the Pastor's Ald Society, in charge of Mrs. Josephine Ball. "Hymnology," was the feature of the program; that was impressive, and interesting, and was as follows: "Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow;" Interpretation, Mrs. Josephine Ball. Prayer by Mr. W. C. Neely. Prayer by Mr. W. C. Neely. Scripture Reading, Mrs. Eva Woods "All Hall the Power of Jesus Name" Interpretation, Mr. W. L. Hutcherson "Just As I Am Without One Plea," Interpretation, Miss Marie Brown. "Blest Be the Tie that Binds," Interpretation, Mrs. Barbara Perry "Nearer My God to Thee" Interpretation, Mrs. Mattie Perry. "My Faith Looks Up to Thee" Interpretation, Mrs. W. L. Hutcherson "God Be With You Till We Meet Again," Interpretation, Mrs. B. Perry. Closing remarks by Pastor Brooks Second Liberty Loan bonds have been called for payment on November 15th next, and no interest will be paid after that data. Notice is given of a new offering of United States Treasury notes, in exchange for Second Liberty Loan Converted 4¾ per cent bonds and will be interest from that late at the rate of 3¾ per cent. The notes will mature in 6 years but may be called for repayment after three years. Interest on Second Liberty Loan Converted 6k per cent bonds surrendered and accepted in exchange will be paid to November 16, 1927. The price of the new issue of notes is 100.5. Hold on surrendering Second Liberty Loan Converted 4k per cent bonds in exchange will receive, at the time of delivery of the new notes, interest on each Second Liberty Loan Converted 6k per cent bonds from May 16, 1927, to November 19, 1927, less the premium on the new notes issued. Holders of Second Liberty Loan Converted 4k per cent bonds who desire to take advantage of this opportunity to obtain Treasury notes of the new issue, should arrange with their bank for such exchange at the earliest possible date, as this offer will remain open only for a limited period after September 16th. Further information may be obtained from their company, or from any Federal Bureau. Mail A. W. MELLON, Secretary of the Treasury Washington, D. C., September 6, 1927. 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Two-thirds of this ten years, he has been going to church on Sundays, twice or three times. He is now hoping to recover and take a stand for God, hoping others will apply this to their faithfulness, which might encourage him and strengthen others. SEND US YOUR SUBSCRIPTION $1.50 PER YR. FOR SALE NO CHAIN IS STRONGER THAN ITS WEAKEST LINKS. LINK YOURSELF WITH A CRAWFORD-CRAWFORD REALTY COMPANY 609½ N. Mains St. Market, 3265 18th block Wabash, 5 rooms, 50 ft. Price $1000.00; Cash $100.00. Per month $15.00 8th block Wabash, 7 rooms, mod- ern; Price $1700.00; Cash $500.00. Balance like rent. 11th block Washington, 5 rooms; Price $1985. Liberal terms. 5th block Washington, 5 rooms; modern; Price $1800.00; Liberal terms. 1234 Ash St. Hardwood floor, prac- tically new; Price $2200.00. Cash, $550.00; Per month $15.00. 10th block, Mathewson, 4 rooms; new hardwood floors, gas, electric, running water. Will sell at sacrifice 1026 New York, 4 rooms, gas, electric; Price $1650.00 will sell like rent. We have 300 vacant lots for sale in our most popular residential districts; will sell 2 lots for $10.00 down and $10.00 per month. We will also build you a new home on any of these lots for a very small payment down. 1157 Mathewson, 4 rooms, hardwood floors, basement. Price $1800.00 Cash $100.00; per month $20.00. 1153 Mathewson, 5 rooms, partly modern; basement, garage. Price $2200.00. Cash $125.00; per month $25.00. 11th block Cleveland, 6 rooms, modern. Price $2500.00. Cash $500.00 Per month $25.00. 10th block Cleveland, 6 rooms, 2 lots. Price $1400.00. Cash. 8th block E. 8th, 6 rooms, gas, electric. Price $1850.00. Liberal terms. 9th block Indiana, 4 rooms, 2 lots. Price $1700.00. Cash $150.00. Per month $20.00. 6th block, Indiana, 4 rooms, semi-modern Price $1350.00. Cash $100.00 Per month $16.00. 6th block Mathewson, 5 rooms, modern, 2 lots. Price $2500.00. Cash $300.00. 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