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THE NEGRO STAR FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE Vol. 20, No. 26. Y.W.C.A. NOTES The annual setting-up conference for chairmen, committee women and members of the Y. W. C. A., will be held at the Branch Wednesday, September 27th. All committee people are urged to be present from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. for discussions and reports. At 7:30 p.m., Mrs. G. T. Gebhardt will speak. Every member and friend of the Association is invited. A candle-light service will follow Mrs. Gebhardt's message. All grade and intermediate school girl reserves are invited to the Y. W. C. A., Saturday afternoon, Oct. 1, at 2 o'clock. Miss Gladys Holder has returned from a visit with her, parents in Marion, Kansas. Mrs. Miller of Eldorado, Kansas, is a guest at the Talbert Branch this week. e Finance Committee of the Y. W. C. A., will, present Mme. Anita latti Brown of Chicago, Ill., in a Song Recital at Calvary Baptist Ch. Thursday evening October 6 at 8:30. Admission 50c, Children 85c. Tickets can be bought from any committee woman or at the Branch office, 818 N. Water Street. SECRETARY MOSS, VERY ILL State Executive Secretary, Rev. A. W. Ross, Topeka, Kansas, was taken suddenly ill Saturday afternoon, and is still confined to his bed. Will the Christian family join in prayer, the Lord being pleased, he may be restored again to his health. Ottawa News. All services Sunday at, Bethany, were very good. Pastor Favors preached inspiring sermons at both morning and evening services. After morning services, a number of families gathered at the home of Mr. Jerry Myers, five miles East and enjoyed a community dinner. At least once a year a community dinner is held at this home and Mr. Myers furnishes enough thickens for all. About 60 were present, Sunday. The Morning Star Club of B. C., gave a successful barbecue social on the church lawn Saturday evening. The first of a series of community teas sponsored by the Senior Mission Circle, was given Monday afternoon, Sept. 19th at the home of Mrs. I. M. Hughes for the people in the Eastern part of the town. Four little girls dressed as Japanese did the serving. A red and white color scheme was used. The Senior Mission Circle will be entertained Thursday at the home of Miss. Naomi Garrett. A number of young people drove to Rautoul, Sunday where they served a "pot luck" dinner and spent the afternoon visiting friends. Mrs. Catherine Cunningham returned home from Kansas City, Sunday evening, where she had been visiting a sister, Miss Addie Glasple. A number of Ottawa people attended the A. M. E. Conference at Topeka, last week. All report a pleasant time. Rev. Enyard was returned as pastor of the St. Paul A. M. E. Church, of Ottawa. The people are much pleased to have him back. In 1928 the conference will be here. Mrs. Leona Schrader visited her son in Topeka, Sunday. Among the sick in our community are, Mrs. May McBrier, Mr. Earl Curry and Frank Holbert. Mrs. Ada Johnson is confined to her home on account of having scald ed her foot. Mrs. Mont, Berry and children of Olathe, Mrs. Geo. Porter and Mr. Arthur Porter of Baldwin, spent Monday with Mrs. A. Johnson. Mrs. Wm. McBrier, Mrs. Edith Dixon of Chicago, Ill., and Miss McBrier were entertained at the home of Mrs. Geo. Lewis, Sunday. Rev. James Wilson and Miss Beulah Armstrong are still confined to their respective homes on account of illness. Quite a few visitors attended services at Bethany Chapel, Sunday. Pastor Favors is putting over a great program in kingdom building at B.C.-A.P. Wilson, Reportar. BRIEF CALL TO KANSAS BAPTIST DEAR PASTORS, CHURCHES AND CO-WORKERS OF ALL DEPARTMENTS OF OUR MISSIONARY BAPTIST STATE CONVENTION: Our approaching State Convention which convenes on the 4th-9th of October with the Shiloh Baptist Church, Topeka, Kansas, Rev. L. V. Bolton, D. D., Pastor, is fraught with some grave problems; all of which can be met in the spirit of our Master, the Lord Jesus Christ. This spirit is obtained by a mind to serve unselfishly in the kingdom work coupled with fervent prayer for wisdom to guide the officers and messengers of the Convention in the channel that leads to Christian harmony and co-operation in planning, adjusting and putting over our State program. Remember faith plus work is the victory that over cometh all difficulties in the work of Christ and in our line of Christian duty. For our Captain has said: "If, we have faith as a grain of mustard seed, we might say unto the sycamore tree; be thou plucked up by the roots and be thou planted in the sea; and it should obey us." Luke 17:6. Brethren and Sisters, let us begin now and pray ourselves brimfull of the spirit of our Master. Pray for increase of faith to meet the grave responsibilities that confront us and for divine help to prevail over them by our good works and liberal contributions to our State work. For the work or battle is the Lord's; and if we possess the right spirit and faith in God coupled with work, He has promised to supply all our needs, according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus, Phil. 4:19. I thank God for every one of you and for your prayers for my recovery, which God has graciously granted. I am feeling fine in health and have grown in the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ thru much prayer and supplication. Leave your doubts and fears behind and meet me at the Convention with a mind to work for His Kingdom to come in Kansas and the world. I urge you each and all to join with me in this appalling benediction. "Now unto Him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us; unto Him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus, throughout all ages, world without end. Amen. I am yours in Christian love, W. A BOWEN, President. THE BLOOD IS ON YOUR HANDS Every minister is held responsible before God for the results obtained from your church, for you are the watchmen. Secretary A. W. Ross has made it clear to all that the work is running behind to the amount of nearly $4000.00 which is but "a bit" for 20 thousand Baptists in Kansas. Bro. leaders, there is not enough zeal put into the work. If every pastor would lay down his $1.00 and lay heavily on the mind and heart of the people the reason for this special effort for the next 2 (two) Sundays before the State Meeting in Topeka, we guarantee that the money will be raised and some to spare. If you really are anxious about this Kansas Program, you would raise this money yourself. Dr. Ross and Sister Bates and their committees have outlined a very instructive program; if you have not received yours, you should write Dr. Ross at once 821 Clay St., Topeka, Kansas. It is possible that you are on this program, and the program will be a failure without your number. Every sister in the State who is leading a local circle should throw her whole influence into play in order to make this the banner year for her society in Topeka, Oct. 4-9; bring in the largest amount of money. God is watching you, seeing all you do. If you are really leaders, prove it. The laymen want to do, only awaiting your orders. WICHITA, KANSAS, FRIDAY, Sept. 23, 1927 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, President, Mattie L. Bradshaw, Sec. REPORT OF THE NATIONAL BAPTIST CONVENTION REPORT OF THE NATIONAL BAPTIST CONVENTION Detroit, Michigan, Sept. 7, 1927. Tuesday evening, Sept. 6, 8 p. m. Pre-Convention Program was held in the Armory, Prof. E. H. Boatner, of Chicago, directed the Chorus of five hundred volces which furnished the music. Miss Nannie Helen. Burroughs, of Washington, D. C., delivered the chief address of the evening, at the conclusion of which she was presented with a basket of flowers from the local committee. Benediction by Dr. E. W. D. Isaac. Wednesday Morning, Sept. 7th—The Convention was called to order at 9:30 a.m., by Dr. L. K. Williams, president, who presented Dr. R. L. Brady to preside over the welcome program. Rev. P. H. Hughes of Germantown, Pa., read the Scriptures. Rev. Timothy White of Brooklyn, N. Y., offered prayer. Prof. E. H. Boatner, of Chicago, led the chorus in singing. Rev. Abner Brown, D. D. of New York City, spoke on the "Baptist Church at Worship." The address was one of the most masterly ever heard in the convention; at the conclusion of the speech Dr. Brown presented on behalf of the Metropolitan Baptist Church, checks aggregating $800 for Foreign Missions and for Publishing House, $600, were for Missions. The Welcome Addresses were delivered by Mayor John W. Smith for the city, Dr. H. C. Gleiss (white) for the Baptist Union and Dr. Joseph Gomez of the A. M. E. Church for the Ministry of Detroit, Mr. W. C. Osby, Secretary of the Dunbar Hospital for the Laymen of Detroit, and Bishop W. T. Vernon, for the A. M. E. Church. The Mayor stated that the City Hall was decorated in honor of the National Baptist Convention. Dr. Gomez made a review of the influence of the Baptist in England and America. Bishop Vernon stated that he had attended the National Convention 30 years ago and was a personal friend of the old timers in the Baptist family, he also commended the work of Dr. Williams, the president. Mr. P. D. Davis of Alabama, responded to addresses of welcome. Prof. William Lewis of Chicago, sang a solo; Rev. J. L. Campbell of Memphis, Tenn., offered prayer. Rev. T. H. Boone, of Fort Worth, Texas, delivered the annual sermon; Text 1st chapter, last verse of St. John. Dr. J. E. East lifted an offering for Foreign Missions, assisted by Dr. L. G. Jordan, former Secretary of the Board. Benediction by Dr. E. C. Ekels, Buffalo, N. Y. Convention assembled at 3 p. m., Dr. Edwards of Alabama, offered prayer; Dr. O. C. Maxwell, D. D., of St. Louis presented President L. K. Williams for the annual message. Dr. Williams during his splendid address covered every phase of human endeavor and made many constructive recommendations. Convention voted to send the address to all colored newspapers in the U. S., for the benefit of the race. Prof. R. B. Hudson, Secretary, Rev. A. D. Williams, Treasurer, made their annual reports. Dr. J. Franklin Walker, Ohio, pre- STUDENT GETS $100 MADAM C. J. WALKER SCHOLARSHIP The Madam C. J. Walker Company has sent through the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People check for $100 made payable to C. Lemley Taylor who is to study at Columbia University in New York. This scholarship was awarded to the Little Rock, Arkansas, Branch of the N. A. A. C. P., who in turn selected Mt. Taylor, also of Little Rock, for the recipient. This is the last award of the kind which the Company will make until after their huge building program in Indianapolis, has been achieved. It is hoped that these scholarship awards will be resumed when the Company shall have dedicated its new building and been relieved of the added burden of the expansion of its business. sided. prayer was offered by Rev. J. J. Olive, Cairo, Ill. Educational Sermon was delivered by Rev. E. G. Thomas of Savannah, Georgia. Rev. C. C. Adams, of Rankin, Pa., delivered an address on the ordinances of the Baptist Church. Rev. C. H. Parish, D. D. lifted an offering for Selma University, he was assisted by Rev. J.W. Gibson of Nicholsville, Ky. Thursday Morning, September 8, singing led by E.A. Boatner, and Dr. Williams presided. Prayer by Rev. G. W. Bailey of Pa. Dr. H. N. Jeter of Providence, addressed the Convention. Prof. John Smiley sang, "Old Fashioned Religion." Dr. J. C. Jackson presided. State Conferences were in session. Rev. F. L. Sanders of Tennessee delivered an address, subject, "The Baptist Church at Work." On motion of Dr. S. B. Butler, Indianapolis, Ind., Rev. L. K. Williams was re-elected President of the Convention by acclamation. On motion of Rev. B. J. Perkins, Memphis, Tenn., seconded by P. M. Beverly, New Jersey, Rev. W. M. Taylor of Baton Rouge, La., was re-elected by acclamation as Vice President. Rev. A. L. Boone, Cleveland, Ohio, motioned that Rev. R. M. Carver of Little Rock, Ark., Rev. J. C. Jackson of Hartford, Conn., and Rev. W. H. Rozler, Los Angeles, Cal., be elected Regional Vice Presidents. Motion carried by acclamation. Dr. Williams Honored—Rev. A. I. Hoone called to the rostrum Dr. E. W. D. Isaae and Prof. Plerson, Dr. E. A. Wilson and Rev. T. S. Boone, who made short speeches and conferred the degree of Doctor of Laws upon President Williams in the name of Wiley University, Marshall, Texas. This is the first time in forty years that the school has given the honor to any one. In his response, Dr. Williams said. "This simply means, more work; but not more ability." Prof. R. B. Hudson, Secretary, read his report, which was followed by that of the Treasurer, Dr. A. D. Williams, Atlanta, Ga. After the adoption of the reports, both officers were unanimously re-elected. Rev. J. M. Nabritt of Georgia, Rev. E. Arlington Wilson of Texas and Rev. T.O. Fuller of Memphis, were re-elected assistant secretaries. Prof. E. D. Pierson, Chicago, was re-elected auditor. Adjourned. (Continued next week.) PINEY WOODS SCHOOL QUINTET On last Sunday afternoon at St. Paul A. M. E. Church, at 3 p. m. (as they did at all the many other engagements) the "Cotton Blossom Singers of the Piney Woods School located in the southern part of Mississippi," under guidance or direction of Mrs. Lawrence Jones, the president's wife, scored a big hit with an interesting program of several groups of melodies, with the feeling and earnestness that should accompany these very sacred songs, sung by our fore-paernts. Every number was good and each encore, though a different song, brought out more real work and showed just what these young people had put into the work. Notwithstanding they had appeared three times in the city that day, their appearance was as fresh as if it were their first, and filled two others that afternoon after leaving St. Paul, and others each day while here at the different schools and churches of the city. Mrs. Jones' address gave the public an idea of the school, its location, how began, what work has been and is being taught at this school which was interesting. Wichita, is now more eager than ever to hear this quintet again. Their coming to Wichita, was sponsored by Mr. Hyde who is a friend to and who helps any worthy cause. Capt. W. L. Hutcherson, acted as master of ceremonies. C. T. C. NEWS The Parent's Council will meet at the Conservatory, the 1st Monday night in October at 8 p.m. All parents are expected to be present. Mrs. Robertson, President; Mrs. McDaniel, Secretary; Mrs. Yates, Treasurer; Mrs. Pierson, Chaplain. The enrollment continues to increase at the Conservatory with new and old students. This promises to be the best year in the history of the Conservatory. Men's Glee Club, Tuesday, 8 p.m. Orchestra, Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Girls' Glee Club, Thursday, 8 p.m. Everyone seems to appreciate having the old teacher, who is the founder and president back again. Abilene Interests Told Rev. J. W. Johnson preached an excellent sermon, Sunday. Rev. Ellison, Pastor of the A. M. E. Church, preached his farewell sermon last Sunday, Sept. 11. Rev. J. W. Johnson preached at the A. M. E. Church, Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Sgt. Gibson who was in an accident Sept. 3, enroute from Washington, home, and was badly injured, is doing nicely at this time. Mrs. J. W. Johnson has returned home from Chicago, after several months with her sister. Mr. Frank Saunders, Mr. John Douglass of Minneapolis, Kansas, were Abilene, visitors, Sunday. Mr. Ed Hampton is home from Colorado Springs, visiting relatives and friends. The W. W. Class held their regular class meeting at the home of Mr. James L. Smith. All the members were present. Everyone enjoyed themselves, after meeting with a watermelon feast. Mr. and Mrs. Sonny Hampton and family motord to Sallina. Mrs. Saunders of Minneapolis, Kans., stopped in Abillene to visit, Mrs. Sgt. Gibson. Mrs. Saunders was on her way to Topeka, to attend the Method Conference. Rev. and Mrs. Ellison went to Topeka, to attend the conference. Mrs. Anderson, who underwent an operation at the Hospital is doing nicely. A group of young people enjoyed themselves with water melon feast about four miles from town. The Kansas City Monarchs played a game of Base Ball, Thursday afternoon. Mr. Arvin Slater of Fort Riley, was in Abilene, visiting Mrs. Douglas. Mrs. Vera Tyler, Miss Persus Lewis went to Topeka, Sunday afternoon. Miss Anna Mae Chaves, Five Cents Per Copy FATAL DOCTRINE OF HATE (The Star of Zion) (Commission on Interracial Com.) Perhaps there is nothing in this country that is harming the Negro Race more than the fatal doctrine of hate which our own newspapers and so-called "leaders" are instilling into the hearts of our people. There is no occasion for it. It makes us bitter and savage and is turning twelve millions of people who are by nature friendly and genial into a mental mass that will work eternal injury to this race if it continues. No "leader" ever ttalks to a group of our people but that he is condemning some individual or some section of our great country for what he calls "its treatment." every race newspaper and every race magazine that reaches our homes has its major part taken up with vicious attacks upon the other race. And yet the Negro claims to want to follow in the footsteps of one by the name of Christ and asks others to follow in after Him. What can there be in this strange religion that preaches human love and fosters human hate? Every man and woman in this world who thinks at all knows that there are wrongs and injustices on this earth that need to be righted, but can these be righted with hate? Need we manifest bitter dislike for every white man and woman because a few wrong some other few Get some idea of perspective in these skulls of ours and let us stop hating and preaching hate. KLAN PARADE STOPPED IN PUEBLO (N. A. C. P.) NEW YORK, Sept. 16—The Denver Star reports that the City Commissioners of Pueblo, Colorado, recently forbade a proposed parade a proposed parade by the Ku Klux Klan, in response to protests from the local Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. Chanute, Kans., News. The summer's heat has given place to the cooler air of fall, and thoughts are now more largely turned on the approaching winter. Chanute, has on the sick list:—Grandma Hunter, J. B. Odair, Mrs. Jennie Graves, Mrs. J. H. Criss. Mr. C. E. Fields made a business trip to K. C. Mo., Friday, returning Monday morning. Mrs. C. O. Marshall is visiting friends in K. C., Mo., Mrs. Carrie Patton and Mrs. Ruth Brown. Mr. and Mrs. Ben Richie have come from Omaha, to make their home with Mrs. Richie's mother, Mrs. M. G. Glover. Mr. Roy Johnson and family have moved to K. C. Kansas, on account of Mr. Johnson's work. Mrs. Johnson has been supervisor, of music in the New Hope Baptist Church. At an informal reception Wednesday night, she was presented with a table lamp as a token of appreciation for the service rendered New Hope Baptist Church is still on the firing line. Sunday nights service opened a week's institute to be conducted by the Pastor. Every phase of the real church program will be included in the instruction. Sunday night, the theme was, "The Evolution of the Church." Eph. 1:3-10. This was a black-board demonstration, a prelude to Monday night's subject, "The program of the N. T. Church," Matt. 28:18-20; John 20:21. Other phases; Mission Society, Sunday School, B. Y. P. U., and Selection and Work of Deacons. This course will close with a discourse on Church financing, subject, "The City Set on a Hill." Pastor Marshall will be glad to help any church with this institute. Go to Mrs. A. Witherspoon, 205 N. Ashby St., to buy or sell 2nd hand clothing, and to Caldwell's Cafe, Main St. and Ashby for meals. --- Improved Uniform International Sunday School Lesson. (By REY, P. B. FITEWATER, D. D. Dean Moody Bible Institute of Chicago) (@1811, by Western Newspaper Union.) Lesson for September 25 REVIEW—THE EARLY KINGS OF ISRAEL DEVOTIONAL READING—Ps. 1051 1-2. GOLDEN TEXT—The Lord hath prepared His throne in the heavens; and His kingdom ruleth over all. PRIMARY TOPIC—What We May Learn From Samuel, Saul, David and Solomon. JUNIOR TOPIC—Teachings and Warnings From the Quarter's Lessons. INTERMEDIATE AND SENIOR TOPIC—Lessons From Samuel, Saul and David. YOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULT TOPIC—Honoring God in Our Lives and in Our Land. Though the lesson title for the quarter is "The Early Kings of Israel," the great character Samuel should be included. A good way to conduct the review would be to make a character study of the four outstanding persons of the quarter—Samuel, Saul, David and Solomon. Perhaps the most satisfactory method of review will be the summing up of the leading events and teachings of each lesson. The assignments should be made a week ahead, so that the members of the class may recite without hesitation. The following suggestions are offered: Lesson for July 3. Against the protest of Samuel the people demanded a king, in order that they might be like other nations. Saul, of the tribe of Benjamin, was given as best suited to fill the place. Leason for July 10. Because of Samuel's exemplary life as a child, a judge and a ruler, he was able to challenge the people to show wherein he had ever defrauded or oppressed anyone. It is a fine thing when a man in public life can be vindicated against the charge of wrongdoing, either in public or in private. Lesson for July 17. Saul's failure brought great sorrow of heart to Samuel. The selection of David from Jesse's sons showed that God looks not on the outward appearance, but upon the heart. David's fidelity as a shepherd boy put him in line for promotion. Lemon for July 24. Because David was jealous for and trusted in God he was able to overcome Gollath, who had defied the living God. Lesson for July 31. The friendship of David and Jonathan has become immortalized in the world's thought. It was unique in that it occurred between two men of rival worldly interests. Jonathan, the crown prince, knew that God had chosen David, therefore he waived his natural rights. Lesson for August 7. David knew that God had rejected Saul and chosen himself to be king. Though relentlessly pursued by Saul, David spared the king because he was God's anointed. Leason for August 14. When David was made king he desired to bring up the ark, the symbol of God's presence, to the center of the nation's life. Though his desire was worthy, he was not careful to do according to God's way. Doing a right thing in a wrong way is displeasing to God. Lesson for August 21. Though God did not permit David to build a house for Him. He did something better; He promised to build for David a house, that is, to establish for him a throne. God does more and better for us than we are able to ask or think. Lesson for August 28. Through neglected duty David fell into temptation and grievously sinned. By means of a parable Nathan the prophet convicted him of his sin Upon confession to God forgiveness was granted. Lesson for September 4. Because Solomon chose wisdom in order to intelligently reign over the nation, God abundantly bestowed upon him wisdom and riches, God's blessings exceed our asking. Lesson for September 11. Solomon's first task after his coronation was building the temple, a privilege which was denied to David his father. Because of Solomon's obedience God manifested His presence and thus made the temple holy. Lesson for September 18. Rehoboam's pride and arrogance lost to himself the support of the major portion of the nation. Great occasions do not make heroes or cowards; they simply unveil them Silently, day by day, we grow strong or weak and at last some crisis shows what we have become.—Canon West cott. Have Christ in Your Heart If a man have Christ in his heart, heaven before his eyes, and only as much of temporal blessing as is just needful to carry him safely through life, then pain and sorrow have little to shoot at.—William Burns. Christ tells us to count the cost of discipline, but he never asked us to count the gain. He knew we could not; there is no arithmetic to compute that.—W. L. Watkinson. "Something for Students" Prov. 3: 13-20. A student is one who studies to acquire knowledge. Knowledge is a clear perception of a truth or fact, and wisdom is the practical use of knowledge. In a sense, knowledge is theory and wisdom is practice. Some of the things a student should know are that real happiness comes by wisdom and understanding, that wisdom, has an intrinsic value, that the desire for wisdom is the supreme desire, that wisdom holds in it right long life and in its life, riches and honor. The student should also know that wisdom holds in its embrace pleasure and peace, even life itself. The foundation of the earth and the establishment of the heaven were wisdom divine, the braking up of the depth and the sending forth of the Moisture, are by wisdom. Wisdom comes from God, through experience. It is one thing to know about Christ but quite another to know Him. St. Mary Bapt. Church REV. J. E. DOUGLASS, PASTOR We were blessed with splendid services throughout the day beginning with S. S., at 9:30 with Supt., and his faithful officers present. Attendance was wonderful with the condition of the weather. The lesson was wonderfully reviewed by Bro. R. P. Parnell. The Evangelism period was conducted by the Pastor. At the 10 o'clock services devotion was led by the deacons, afterwhich, the Pastor delivered the message from St. John 16:20. Theme, "Straight from God." The Pastor preached a powerful sermon. Invitation was extended; two came forward. B. Y. P. U. at 6 o'clock; attendance was good. Willing and Ready Section was in charge of the Program. they also won the banner for finance. At 8 o'clock, a short devotion was led by deacons; afterwhich the Pastor delivered the message from St. Mark 5:18, Theme, "The Highest Desire." The Pastor preached a soul stirring sermon, seemingly everyone enjoyed listening. Many visitors worshipped with us throughout the day. They are welcome at any time. The President of the Mission Circle would be delighted to have all sisters and brethren present Friday afternoon at 2:30. Rubie Crane, Reporter. Calvary Baptist Church The Pastor, Dr. Hayes and those who attended the National Baptist Convention at Detroit, Michigan, have returned greatly inspired by the proceedings of the Convention. On Sunday morning, Mr. H. T. Sims gave an interesting report of his impressions of the Convention, and on Sunday evening, the Pastor gave his impressions of the Convention. There were some adverse criticisms in both reports. Rev. J. F. Green, Assistant Pastor, will report at a future time. In making mention of Rev. Green, we regret to report that he has been very ill; all are praying and hoping that he may soon recover, for Rev. Green is a man whose good will every man has. Many have returned from summer vacations refreshed, among whom is Mrs. Hayes, wife of the Pastor, who spent most of the summer in Colo-Colorado. The work is taking on a more energetic aspect since vacation days are ending. The Pastor preached two inspiring sermons Sunday and expressed a desire that "all" should take an active part in the church activities—Prayer Meeting and all the rest St. Mark M. E. Church. Services for Sunday, September 19, 1927, was introduced by the splendid attendance of the Sunday School. At 11 a. m., the Pastor delivered a wonderful sermon to a well filled house. Subject "Teating by Tasting." 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W. Ross 821 Clay St., Topeka. Evangelist ... P. D. Skinner, D. D. 520 Spring St. Koffeyville. President ... Mrs. Emma Gaines, 1182 Buahanan St. Topeka. Recording Sec. Mrs. Wm. Smothers Atchison. Corresponding Sec. Mrs. I. F. Bates 1713 Wabash Ave, Wichita. Treasurer ... Mrs. Millie Anderson 510 E. 5th St. Coffeyville. SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION, President ... H. I. Monroe 1156 Clay St. Topeka. Secretary ... Lois Grimes, 615 W. 10. St., Junction City, Kansas Treasurer ... A. E. Clark 1508 Clark St. Parsons. B. Y. P. U. President ... H. T. Sims 1241 Wabash Ave, Wichita. Secretary ... Miss Mattle O. Bradshaw 1547 Quincy St. Topeka. Treasurer ... Mrs. Pauline Wilson 822 Olive St. Ottawa. Neosho Valley District Baptist Association. and its Auxiliary Conventions: ASSOCIATION PROPER Moderator.....Rev. J. H. Scott, Osawatomie, Kans. Vice Mod.....Rev. W. F. Beatty Ft. Scott, Kans. Secretary.....Rev. C. O. Marshall, Chanute, Kans. Treasurer.....Rev. Jas. Stovall, Humboldt, Kans. WOMAN'S HOME FOREIGN MISSION. President.....Mrs. J. W. Gordon Iola, Kansas Vice Pres.....Mrs. I. M. Hughes Ottawa, Kansas herryvale News Notes LETILEHEM BAPTIST CHURCH K.v. Wm. Thomas, Pastor. S. S. 9:50, opening by Rev. King, acting as Supt. Lesson, "The Kingdom Divided," taught by teachers, reviewed by Pastor Thomas. Morning service, 11:10; devotion led by Sister Bessie Medcalf. Pastor Thomas read Scripture lesson, 22nd chapter of Matt. Afterwhich, Pastor Thomas preached a burning sermon from Luke 20:25. subject, "Lawlessness is no part of the Christian Religion;" which was soulsirring. B. Y. P. U., at 6 p. m. Opening by Study Course Conductor; lesson, "True God;" taught by Rev. J. S. Jung. Afterwhich Group No. 3, in the correct way, came forward and tendered a very unique Biblical Program, which was much enjoyed and received 100 per cent. At 8 p. m., devotion was led by Sisters Metcalf and Daniels. Afterwhich Pastor Thomas brought to us a wonderful sermon found in John 1: 4-5; subject, "Light." (a) Light comes from God. (b) Light is the type of God's favors. (c) God's Word promises light. (d) Christ the light of the world. (e) Saints are compared as lights, which were all carefully and well explained from every angle. On Friday night of last week the Bethlehem Baptist Church of Cherry Vie. Kanzas, closed the biggest and most successful church chautauqua, ever held in its history. We wish to thank the churches and their good pastors, who responded readily to our call as follows: On Monday nite, Calvary, Coffeyville, with a large crowd and a fine musical program. Tuesday nite, Sardis, Coffeyville, another fine crowd and program. Wednesday nite, Macedonia, Parson, Rev. Hickerson and his melodious choir, rendered service that will never be forgotten; the people might be, but those songs shall never die. Thursday nite, New Hope of Chanute, Rev. Marshall and a few of his good folks. Friday nite, last but not least Maple Street, Independence, Rev. Chas, Teal and his good folks, 100 strong, put on a very interesting play, entitle: "Japanese Tea Party." Each and every nite thrue the week, we had visitors from Coffeyville and Parsons. Collections run with Parsons in lead, followed by Sardis, Coffeyville. Calvary, Coffeyville and Maple Street, Independence. Words cannot express our heartfelt gratitude and love for the courteys these towns and their good people has shown us during our struggles. The Lord bless us, in all respects and caused us to come out victorious over all hind- Secretary.....Mrs. M. G. Glover, Chanute, Kansas Treasurer.....Mrs. F. Cohran, Fort Scott, Kansas SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION. President.....Rev. M. A. Smith, Fort Scott, Kansas Vice Pres.....Mrs. Bettie Cooper, Paola, Kansas Secretary.....Miss Lida Crump, Olathe, Kansas Treasurer.....Mrs. Carrie Whitever Fort Scott, Kansas BAPTIST YOUNG PEOPLES UNION. President.....Mrs. M. L. Owens Fort Scott, Kansas Vice Pres.....Mr. Minor Fleming, Fort Scott, Kansas Secretary.....Miss Elsie Lewis Ottawa, Kansas Treasurer.....Mrs. Mertha Baker Olathe, Kansas MINISTERS AND DEACONS UNION. 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 Qttawa, 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 807 N. Elm, Abilene, Kans. Statistician-Auditor.....W. P. Warder Ellworth, Kansas WOMAN'S HOME AND FOREIGN MISSIONARY CONVENTION President.....Sister M. D. Jones 609 W. 13th Junction City Vice Pres......Sister Carrie L. Davison Route 9 Box 93, Emporia Rec. Sec. ....Sister Essie D. Bryant 330 N. 2nd, Salina. SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION. President.....Sister O. E. Jackson 420 S. Cottage Ave. Salina. Vice Pres......Sister Maude Curtis ering causes. Total made $100.29. Mrs. Wm. Thomas left Monday for Parsons, where she entered the Wood's Hospital for treatments. Mrs. Pearl Williamson left last week for Iowa, being called there by the illness of her sister. She visited a day with Mrs. Agnes Philps of Omaha, Neb., formally of Cherryvale. Miss Ethel Roberson left Saturday evening for St. Louis, where she will visit for an indefinitely time. Misses Nannie and Nellie Roberson have returned from New York, where they have been for the past 3 month. Mrs. Bessie Lett of Coffeyville, is here for an indefinitely time. Mrs. Catherine Reddin and daughter and son, are visiting in Topcka and Lawrence for a while. Mcssrs Nuk Norman, Ralph Jackson and Thompson of Parsons, Kansas, spent Sunday in Cherryvale, visiting also attended services. Miss Nellie Roberson is in Independence, for a few days. Mrs. Clara Daniels and Ruth Wheaton were business visitors in Independence, Saturday. Miss Louise Dixon was a visitor in Independence, Friday. Pastor Thomas left Tuesday for Emporia, to conduct a series of meetings for Rev. Danzy. Mrs. Mack Burgess and son, Brister, returned from Kansas City, where she visited for the past two weeks. Messrs Dennis Roberson and Hughie Roberson spent Sunday in Independence. Topeka News Notes Sunday the 18th, the Bloomington Baptist Church held an oldtime basket meeting 9 miles southwest of Lawrence, Kansas. The morning address was delivered by Rev. G. L. Ray, from 14th chapter of Luke, 16, and 18th verses; subject, "The Gospel is Food for the Soul." The visitors and church was lifted up in the spirit. We feel that we have been blessed. The Lord has sent us such a fine young man who is able to preach so hard in the spirit.. Since our Pastor has been with us, we are on the upward move. In the evening Rev. Monroe was with us and preached a wonderful sermon. Our morning collection was $25.00. After the days service, our pastor announced other entertainments to be held at the Bloomington Church, for the advancement of the church. The Negro Star--For the good of the People 1000 Agents WANTED to Sell the STAR HAIR GROWER; a Wonderful Dressing and Grower MARCELLING, MANICURING, FACIAL, SCALP TREATMENT. TOILET PREPARATIONS FOR SALE. Rec. Sec.....Sister Emma Tyler 907 N. Elm, Abilene. BAPTIST YOUNG PEOPLE'S UNION CONVENTION. President.....Bro. O. W. Gary Abilene, Kansas. Vice Pres.....Sister Anna Carter 214 S. East St. Emporia, Kans. Rec. Sec.....Sister Bernice Brown Ellsworth, Kans. AUXILIARY MISSIONS CONTION President ..Sister' Lois Vera Grimes 615 W. 19th St. Junction City. Vice Pres.....Sister Anna Chaves Abilene, Kansas. Rec. Sec. Sister Burnedetta Brunmell Saline, Kansas MINISTERS AND DEACONS' UNION. President.....Rev. A. G. Mason Stoning City, Kansas Vice Pres.....Rev. J. W. Johnson N. Mulberry, Abilene, Kansas G15 W. 10th St. Junction City Gen. Sec.....Lewis N. Grimes Gen. Music Director.....Sister Geraldine Bryant Hudson, 330 N. 2nd. St. Saline, Kansas Rev. J. W. Johnson, N. Mulberry St. Ahlene, Kansas Rev. J. Moore, Nicodemus, Kansas Rev. J. H. Bruce, 9th and Yuma St. Manhattan, Kansas Monday at 7:30 o'clock p. m., and one hour during the session except, Sunday. Second Day, Tuesday, Sunday School Convention. Third Day, Wednesday, Baptist Young People's Union Convention. Fourth Day, Thursday, W. H. & F. Mission Convention. Fifth and Seventh Day, Friday and Sunday, The Main Body. Sixth Day, Saturday a. m. and Evening Auxiliary Missions, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Manhattan, Kansas, Rev. J. H. Bruce, Pastor. Send all bazar pieces for State and District Work to sister J. B. De- vine, 614 W. 9th St., Junction City, Kansas. MISSION CONVENTION Sister Mary Brown, Russell, Kansas Sister J. E. 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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 clock p. m. and shall close on Thursday Evening. Nicodemus, 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 Vice Moderator.....Rev. C. Teal 719 S. 18th St., Independence General Sec'y.....Rev. A. I. Gardner 615 S. 23rd St. Parsons. Treasurer.....Rev. L. J. Brown 2414 Morton Ave., Parsons. Time of meeting of Southeastern Association, Thursday before the 4th Lord's Day of July. Woman's Home and Foreign Mission Convention convenes Tuesday be- fore 4th Lord's Day in July: President .....Mrs. Mary Dial 1015 N. Broadway, Pittsburg. Vice President.....Mrs. Clara Brown 106 E. Pine St. Cherokee General See.....Mrs. Mille Anderson 516 E. 5th St. Coffeyville Treasurer.....Mrs. Minus Duncan 221 Park Ave., Baxter Springs. SOUTHEASTERN DISTRICT S. S. CONVENTION. President.....Rev. A. L. Gardner. WANTED to Sell the STAR HAIR GROWER; a Wonderful Dressing and Grower CAN BE USED WITH OR WITHOUT IRONS If you like, we will teach you the STAR HAIR GROWER SYSTEM of hair, face and beauty culture by mail. Persons finishing our course in hair and beauty culture will receive a certificate of proficiency issued by the BEAUTY CULTURE DEPARTMENT of the Star Hair Grower Mfr. After learning our course you will be able to open a hairdressing parlor in your own home. Use one 25-cent box and it will pay you well for what you will be convinced. If you want only one box send 25 cents. 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King 420 W. 3rd St., Cheeryvale, Kans. Vice President.....Rev. H. Hopkins Pittsburg, Kans. Gen. Sec.....Rev. J. P. Williams, Route 5, Parsons. Treasurer.....S. M. Archie 902 W. 13th St. Coffeyville Instructor.....Rev. P. D. Skinner, D. D. Coffeyville, Kans. Convenes Monday before Fourth Lord's Day in July. YOUNG LADIES DISTRICT CON. Auxiliary to S. S. Con.) President.....Mrs. E. M. Wyatt S. S. Tahir St. Independence. S. S. Convention, B. Y. P. U., Convention and Young Ladies Convention convenes Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday before the 2nd Lord's Day in June. Officers of the Northeastern District Missionary Baptist and its Auxiliary Conven- Moderator ..... Rev. Chas. Favors 1608 Holman St., Joseph, Mo. Vice Moderator.....Rev. M. Houston 308 South 9th St., Hliwatha, Kans. Gen. Sec. ..... Cora J. James Rev. 292 Cincinnati Box 236 Tonganoxie, Kans. Treasurer ..... Rev. B. J. Davidson 423 N. 6th St., Leavenworth, Kans. Auditor ..... Rev. W. L. Shoo K. V. S. Topeka, Kans. Board Members:—Rev. M. J. Stew art, Rev. G. D. Saunders, Rev. M Fraizer. Life Members:—Rev. J. D. Hunt, Rev. and Mrs. J. W. Hayes, Mrs. L. V. Halm. MKT. 1774 JONES FILLED FULL SUPPLY O CRANK CASE S Leave or Phone Your Order JACKSON & COMP MKT. 1774 902 E, 9TH STREET JONES FILLING STATION FULL SUPPLY OF GAS AND OILS CRANK CASE SERVICE FREE Leave or Phone Your Orders for All Kinds of Hauling. JACKSON & COMPANY UNDERTAKERS AMBULANCE - SERVICE In hours of bereavement, to handle all details rendered LICENSED EMBALME Arrangements are Incomple THE PERSONAL SET In hours of bereavement, we stand with a ray of comfort to handle all details rendered your beloved ones. LICENSED EMBALMERS IN ATTENDANCE. Arrangements are incomplete unless you are satisfied. THE PERSONAL SERVICE, YOU DESIRE. Abner B. Jackson, M'g'r Phone Mkt. 4310 V. L. VAN LEU—REAL 628½ N. Main — SERVICES AS A BEST BAR On Sale & For a Comfortable and A Safe Place to T SEE ME BEFO V. L. VAN LEU—REAL ESTATE & RENTALS 6281/2 N. Main — Phone Mkt. 3462 SERVICES AS A GUIDE TO THE BEST BARGAINS On Sale & Rental Properties For a Comfortable and Convenient Place— A Safe Place to Transact Business. SEE ME BEFORE BUYING! BEFORE AND AFTER USING Chisolm's Fairy Queen Restorer Hair Dye STOP—Don't use another drop of Hair Dye, just cut this ad out and send it with a $16 for a trial order of FAIRY QUEEN RE- STORER HAIR DYE. Box of SATIN TOP PRESSING OIL, and a box of Tearing SKIN WHITENER. E satisfaction Guaranteed or Money refunded, Address D. C. Chilch, SKIN and HAIR SPECIALIST, Box 1293, Wichita, Kansas, Dept. W 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, Kana. 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. Marchard 1009 Wabash Ave. Wichita. Treasurer.....Rev. J. E. Douglass 1204 Cleveland, Wichita. AUXILIARIES AND PRESIDENTS S. School.....Mrs. Mae W. Buckner Pratt, Kansas. Sr. B. Y. P. U. Mrs. Carrie Anderson 1214 Mosley, Wichita Jr. B. Y. P. U. Leader Mrs. Phynola Cook, Box 81, Pratt, Kansas. Mission Circle .....Mrs. Ida F. Bates 1713 Wabash, Wichita. M. & D. Union.....Rev. C. E. Woods Arkansas City. S NOTICE! Let every Secretary send in the new list of officers and time and place of each Board and annual meeting of his or her District Association and Auxiliaries, so we can correct your Roster for another year, 902 E, 9TH STREET ING STATION OF GAS AND OILS SERVICE FREE s for All Kinds of Hauling. ANY UNDERTAKERS we stand with a ray of comfort your beloved ones. ERS IN ATTENDANCE. ete unless you are satisfied. RVICE, YOU DESIRE. 628 N. Main REAL ESTATE & RENTALS - Phone Mkt. 3462 A GUIDE TO THE GAINS Rental Properties and Convenient Place— Transact Business. ORE BUYING! WHEN YOU WANT THE BEST BUY PEERLESS BUTTER COPLEY'S Ice Cream made by WICHITA CREAMERY CO. --- THE NEGRO STAR STATE CONVENTION AND AURS. TELEPHONE MARKET 3130 AT WICHITA, KANSAS Editor and Publisher Assistant Editor and D. 8793 Advertising Agent Phone M. 1665 Local Editress 22th 1919, at the Post office at Wichita, 879. ON RATES: $1.50 .90 .50 .20 Assign name whether or not it is to be er. We reserve the right to reject any at once, when you fail to receive your letter that Wednesday noon will appear to brief and to the point. OFFICIAL ORGAN OF BAPIST STATE CONVENTION AND AURS. Wabash Avenue TELEPHONE MARKET 3130 ISSUED EVERY FRIDAY AT WICHITA, KANSAS H. T. SIMS, Editor and Publisher w. S. Moore ... Assistant Editor 3. H. Neely, 1305 Ohio Ave., M. 6500 and D. 3793 ... Advertising Agent Miss L. Covington, 501 N. Water St. Phone M. 1665 ... 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 ... $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 in the next issue. Let your articles be brief and to the point. day, in the interest of the flood sufferers. While you are living at ease in this prosperous city, take a few moments and help your brother in destitute regions. Dr. Coleman will speak at Calvary, St. Paul New Hope, and St. Mary. All donations will be brought to the different churches for the flood sufferers. The hour for the speaker will be made known in the morning at the different churches. INDIANA IS SMOKING (Preston News Service) Political Indiana is now watching a smouldering fire, which was once kindled out of the heat of racial hatred, religious intolerance, and foreign antipathies. Already, high heads are in the meshes of the law, as the "Hoosier" State struggles to "clean house" and set itself in order. Revelations are probably in order of a parasitic empire which sought to succor itself, in Indiana as elsewhere, upon the life of another. When the faltering Jesus of Nazareth trod his anguishing way to Calvary, a black man, Simon the Cyrenian, once lifted His cross when the Savior fell "neath the load." Black men fell with Caesar, with Carthage, on the Boston Commons, at Lake Erle, Chicamauga, San Juan Hill, and on the Marne. Black men are here and there, everywhere, in peace and in war. Even when Jesse James was cornered and captured it is said that a black man was near by. And, yes, black men are in the smouldering fires of Indiana. Alas, it is said that they, too, were seeking the spoils of an unholy alliance—an alliance which ultimately sought their own heads, but which, in the meantime, was willing to barter and parley with them with the tarnished money of infamy. Don't blame them too severely, for they were weakened by the unequal competition which modernly exists between whites and blacks—by the unending economic pressure which every black man and woman faces. And yet, if Crispus Attucks was brave; If Tom Lee was a hero; If all our racial patriots were willing to give up their lives for a good cause, could not these blacks "Hoosiers" have had courage to pass up a few loaves of bread and a few pounds of meat for the moral causes of their Race and their Country? ST. PAUL A. M. E. CH. The session of our S. S., opened promptly at 9:30 a. m. The lesson study was reviewed by Mr. Perkins In the absence of our pastor, Rev. C. E. Brooks, who attended the Annual Conference, Rev. J. H. Credic filled the pulpit at the morning and evening services. At 11 a. m., Rev. Credic selected his sermon from 1 Cor. 13:13, "Faith, Hope and Charity." He spoke of the great power and need of faith, and of prayer the key to heaven, that faith hope and charity was the principle of truth on which was based the Christian religion. The A. C. E. League held their regular meeting at 7 p. m. They are beginning the new conference year, hoping for a greater, work and increased attendance. The members of the choir entertained on Thursday evening with a reception and get-to-gether meeting to all those having a part, and assisting in the Cantata, "Saul King of Israel." THEY DIDN'T STOP SINGING (Columbia Press Bureau) WASHINGTON, Sept. 23-John J. Niles, well known author and creator of literary oddities of the World War, says that "no conspiracy of fate seemed capable of keeping the Negroes of the A. E. F. from sing- CITY ITEMS Mrs. Helen Jamison, after a visit of several days with her parents in Arkansas City, has returned home. Mrs. F. C. Helm entertained on Thursday of last week in her home, 1102 Ohio, a group of mothers, who highly enjoyed a bountiful and delicious dinner, a delightful social time was spent together, included, was an auto ride. The hostess spared nothing making it a pleasant affair that will long be remembered by those, who were present. The invited guests were: Mesdames Jeanette Hill, Luella Marion, W. H. A. Clark, Mrs. Dancy and Mrs. V. Covington. Mrs. V. C. Griffin and daughters, Loraine and Virginia, are in Colorado for this season. Mrs. J. W. Hayes, Mrs. L. C. McCullough, Mrs. Eliza Crawford and others are again at home from their Summer vacations in Colorado, looking much improved and rested. Mrs. Lillian Williams has been very sick, and her friends will be glad to know that she is much improved. Mrs. Minnie Martin 1137 N. Washington, died Sept. 14. The funeral services were conducted at Jackson Undertakers Company's parlor, Monday, Sept 19, at 2:00 p. m.. The Star extends sympathy to the bereaved. Mrs. Georgia Ann Strothers, 1035 N. Mosley, the mother of Mr. Fred. Strothers, was taken quite ill yesterday. Rev. J. T. Green has been quite ill, but is much better. He took sick at Calvary Baptist Church, last Sunday night. We are glad to have Mr. O. B. Simmons back in the city for a few days, at least. ENROUTE TO CONVENTION IN CAR ACCIDENT The news reached us at the National Baptist Convention of the car accident in which our own Rev. Z. E. McGee of 1810 N. 25th St., Omaha, Nebraska, was seriously injured; Rev. C. B. Burton, husband of our own Mrs Nettle Fay Oliver Burton; and two others whom we did not know, and one of whom, a Mr. Fletcher, died. We have had no late hearing but we are hoping they are all improving as much as possible. N. A. A. C. P. BRANCHES BEGIN FALL CONTESTS The Branches of the N. A. A. C. P. are beginning their fall activities. Some of them are turning to the contest method for increasing their membership and raising funds for the work of the Association. Definite plans for the contests are being made in Bloomington, Ill., Hackenack, N. J., Newport, R. I., and Naahville, Tenn. Many Branches of the Association are also considering popularity contests to be conducted before the next Annual Conference, in which contests the chief prize will be a trip to the Los Angeles Conference. THIS CITY'S OPPORTUNITIES The city of Wichita has an opportunity to help, directly, the flood sufferers in Arkansas, with money, shoes—new or old, clothes, or anything that will help suffering humanity. Dr. S. C. Coleman, Physician and Surgeon, President of United Charities and Benevolent Association of America, State President of Christian Endeavor, A. M. E. Zion Church, 211 1-2 State Street, Pine Bluff, Arkansas, is in the city and will visit the different churches Sun- Reporter. The Negro Star—For the good of the People ing. They brought with them their spirituals and their blues, and sang them just as they did in America—these Negro soldiers, these cheerful souls who were picked up by the draft and deposited in France to unload the ships, load the trucks, build and mend the roads, bury the dead and roll up the barbed wire." POLITICAL SCHOOL FOR WOMEN (Columbia Press Bureau) NEW YORK, Sept. 23—A school of politic for Republican women will be held September 26 to 30 at the Women's National Republican Club, 8 East 37th Street, in this city. It will be directed by Mrs. Arthur L. Livermore, according to an announcement made by Miss Alice Hill Chittenden, president of the club. Instructions will be given in the business of political work and the art of campaigning. There will be evening sessions for business women. Attorney General Albert Ottinger, Charles D. Hilles, vice chairman of the Republican National Committee. Assistant Secretary of the Treasury, Ogden L. Mills, James W. Wadsworth, Jr., and Congressman John Q. Tilson, of Connecticut, are some of the party leaders who will address the students. AT LAST (Columbia Press Bureau) WASHINGTON, Sept. 23—Due to the back-to-femininity movement, started is Paris where winter fashions are being shown to buyers from the United States, waistline will be worn, hips have been reinstated, and knees are to go into eclipse, by next winter. Even short hair is threatened, if not actually doomed by the fashion makers. It is believed that as a result of these changes in style there will be an increased consumption per capita among our lady friends of white bread pastry, potatoes, hominy and corn beef and cabbage, the liberal consumption of which will develop their beautiful "curve" so generally admired by males. COTTON.FARMERS' CHILDREN IRREGULAR AT SCHOOL COTTON.FARMERS' CHILDREN IRREGULAR AT SCHOOL (Columbia Press Bureau) WASHINGTON, Sept. 22—The school boy whose father is a tenant farmer in Shelby, Tenn., where 88 per cent of the Negro farmers are tenants, or in Rutherford County, in the same state, where 65 per cent are tenants, is in general absent from school approximately four more days during the year than the boy whose father is a renter misses on the average more than twice as many days from school as the girl whose father owns his farm, according to a study to determine the number and causes of absence from school in rural sections of these two counties, conducted by the research section of the Tennessee State Teachers' Association, and reported in Peabody Journal of Education. The two great causes of absence of children from school were found to be personal sickness and work in the home. In Shelby County these two causes accounted for more than 80 per cent, and in Rutherford County for 70 per cent of the total number of absences. Approximately 23,000 Negroes live on the farms of these two cotton-producing counties. ELKS SHOW THE WAY Columbian Press Bureau. NEW YORK, Sept. 22—According to the Editor of the New York Amsterdam News, the chief criticism of Negro fraternal organizations has been that they put all their time and money on pomp and regalia and none on constructive racial wark; and Dean Kelly Miller, of Howard University, while recently commenting upon lodge funerals, said that Negroes put too much money in the ground. Editor Kelly of the "News" continued his constructive comment by saying that "these criticisms will soon be silenced if other Negro organizations follow the example of the Elks. This order maintains twenty-three scholarship in the leading universities of America, and at its recent convention in New York it voted $5,000 to the Infant Mortality Commission for the purpose of studying housing conditions and sanitation among colored people. "No one can watch the great pa rades of Negro fraternities without being impressed by the tremendous potential power they represent. The mainspring of the Negro's power is coiled within his bosom, and it must be released and wisely directed. The Elks have shown the way." SUPREME COURT LANDS KNOCKOUT ON 'BARBER BILL' SUPREME COURT LANDS KNOCKOUT ON 'BARBER BILL' CONTRARY TO CONSTITUTIONS OF STATE AND NATION, SAYS GEORGIA JUDGES (Interracial Co-operation Commis.) ATLANTA, GEORGIA, Sept. 22—The famous (or infamous) Atlanta, "Barber Bill," prohibiting Negro barbers from cutting the hair of white children under fourteen years of age, which was enacted by the City Council last year, has finally received its death blow at the hands of the Supreme Court of Georgia, which this week declared the law contrary to the constitutions of both the State and the Nation. The law never went into effect, even for a day, having been held up immediately after its passage by a court injunction applied for by the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce. The Supreme Court now writes the concluding chapter in this interesting case. The measure, supposed to have been sponsored by white barbers and by politicians seeking to capitalize race prejudice, was rushed through the Council without a public hearing. In its original form it prohibited both white and colored barbers from serving persons of the opposite race, A storm of opposition, led by the Interracial Committee, the Ministers' Alliance, the Chamber of Commerce, the daily papers, and other influential agencies, immediately descended upon the Council and forced the repeal of the measure. The bill was then greatly modified and was again railroaded through the Council. The Chamber of Commerce, with the backing of the other groups opposed to the measure then took the case to the courts, with the gratifying results indicated above. The case well illustrates the apparent fact that race prejudice is most general and intense at the level of economic competition. BETTER SERVICE TAUGHT BETTER SERVICE TAUGHT (Columbia Press Bureau) WASHINGTON, Sept. 22—Dining car waiters, stewards, and cooks of the Pennsylvania railroad are receiving special training in a school at Columbus, O., fitted to resemble a dining car in every particular, so that actual operating conditions on the road will be duplicated as nearly as possible. Waiters learn how to set the tables correctly, how to carry trays, and how to deal with customers. Cooks are taught how to prepare the latest recipes found suitable for dining car use after tests in the experimental kitchen. The "faculty" is composed of veteran workers, long in the employment of the railroad, and the course is continuous, constant training being given as new ideas and improvements are introduced in the service. Similar schools are soon to be established in Chicago, and New York. Topeka Happenings ANTIOCH BAPTIST CHURCH A. L. BRANCH, PASTOR This has been a very busy week especially with each one, of the chair men of two auxiliaries of our church, who ran a stand at the fair grounds. The auxiliaries are known as the Busy Bee Club, Mrs. H. Clark, president and the trustee, Bro. A. J. May, chairman. These leaders with some faithful co-workers, worked very hard through out the week and they did exceedingly well. Pastor Branch and wife arrived home safely last weekend from the National Convention, reporting a high time in Zion; also a wonderful motor trip. Members and friends are glad to have them home again. Sunday services were enjoyed throughout the day, beginning with the S. S. at 9:45 by Supt. J. W. Bryant with full staff of teachers and officers, present. Review by the pastor. At 11 oclock Rev. Branch delivered a great message. At 6:30 B. Y. P. U., was called to order by President P. II. Hunter. A very cheerful number of young people, present; Willing and Ready section rendered a wonderful program. Evening service Pastor Branch preached a very inspiring and glo- GÉORGE WASHINGTON would not lie! Likewise The RED STAR Label will not appear except on the Best. JANITORS NOTICE FOR BRUSHES, MOPS, FLOOR SWEEP & CLEANING SUPPLIES SEE OR PHONE THE WICHITA BRUSH CO. 119 EAST SECOND STREET, MKT. 4014 Special Brushes Made To Order WE DELIVER TO ALL PARTS OF THE CITY rious sermon to a very hopeful congregation. Vivian Dukes, 1030 Washington TO HOLDERS OF SECOND LIBERTY LOAN 41/2 PER CENT BONDS EXCHANGE OFFERING OF NEW TREASURY NOTES Further information may be obtained from books or trust companies, or from any Federal Reserve Bank A. W. MELLON, Secretary of the Treasury Washington, D. C., September 6, 1927. FOR SALE NO CHAIN IS STRONGER THAN ITS WEAKEST LINKS. LINK YOURSELF WITH A SQUARE MAN FOR A SQUARE DEAL For Sale By CRAWFORD-CRAWFORD REALTY COMPANY 600½ N. Main St. Market, 3265 Eight fine building sites, 50 ft. frontage and 140 ft. deep, one block East of Cleveland between 12th and 13th Streets on Mathewson. For quick sale $12.00 down and $12.00 per month while they last. 10th block, New York; 4 rooms, gas, electric, 2 lots. For immediate sale. Price $1650.00. Cash $50.00. Per month $16.00. 10th block N. Washington. 6 rooms, gas, electric. Price $1650.00. Cash $20.00. Per month $20.00. Corner 10th and Santa Fe. 5 rooms, gas, electric, 2 lots, East frontage. Price $1500.00. Cash $100. Per month $18.00. 11th block Mathewson. 4 rooms, new, hard-wood floors, gas, electric, 2 lots. Will sell at a sacrifice. 12th block, Ash St. 4 rooms, 2 lots, oak floors. Price $2200.00. Cash $550.00. Per month $15.00 5 block, Cleveland. 8 room duplex, 2 baths, 2 kitchenettes. Will sell at popular price. Also consider small property as a down payment. 11 block, Mathewson. 4 rooms, oak floors, gas, electric, basement, East frontage. Price $1800.00. Cash $100.00. Per month $18.00. 11th block, Mathewson. 5 rooms, corner lot, East frontage, partly modern, basement. Price r $2200.00. Cash $100.00. Per month $20.00. 10th block, Cleveland. 6 rooms, 2 lots. Price $1400.00 cash. 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. Per month $16.00. 6th block Mathewson. 4 rooms. Price $1600.00. Cash $150.00. Per month $18.00. Will consider Auto in exchange. 9th block, Meade. 10 room apartment. Price $3250.00. Cash $500.00 Balance like rent. 12th block, Meade. 4 rooms, new, electric. Price $1400.00. Cash $150. Per month $14.00. 15th block, Wabash. 6 rooms. Price $1595.00. Balance like rent. FOR RENT 1157 Mathewson. 5 rooms, semi- modern. Per month $20.00. 119 W. Pine. 10 room rooming house. Per month $25.00. 220 W. Pine. 5 rooms modern. Per month $20.00. 1041 Santa Fe. 5 rooms, semi- modern. Per month $20.00. @09 1-2 N. Water. 4 rooms, mod- ern. Per month $20.00. 904 N. Water. 6 rooms, modern. Per month $22.00. 1425 Ohio. 4 rooms, electric. Per month $13.00. 1057 N. Meade. 4 rooms, electric, water paid. Per month $12.50. 1010 N. Washington. 6 rooms, gas, electric, water. Per month $10. 947 N. Meade. 4 rooms, Per mnth $10.00. 1061 N. Meade. 4 rooms. Per month $12.00. RENEW YOUR SUBSCRIPTION OUR SIXTH ANNIVERSARY 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. NORTH END MEAT MARKET 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. RGE WASHINGTON would not lie! Likewise | __ tachi eee, SE iapour oF me |snumeNTTsse@ = See MIM cE Ee Se RAPIST. nate fe SS a Seeeret eee nn a ar :