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THE NEGRO STAR. FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE Vol. 20, No. 30, Continued from last week Topeka, Kansas, Oct. 6-9—Followiowing the Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Convention, the Missionary Baptist State Convention opened. The Motto of the Convention: "Suffering With Christ." Inspirational Period: "Suffering With Christ—In Stewardship," by Rev. J. W. Hayes. Pres. W. A. Bowren made me very timely remarks and called the Convention to order, Thursday morning. They stepped aside from the regular routine of business to listen to the following welcome addresses, with pastor L. V. Bolton, acting master on ceremonies:—On behalf of the Church, Miss Alice Monroe; she made the best and most pointive income; on behalf of the Baptist, Dr. Chas. A. Matthews, he brought greetings from 4,000 white Baptists in Topeka, 40,000 in Kansas, 8,000 Churches in the Northern Convention with one and one-half million members. He believes in the Negro baptists and that they have the same stuff in them to measure up as the white race; on behalf of the Professional Men, Atty. Elijah Scott, we gave all the credit of what he is to the Baptists of Kansas; on behalf of the State. Hon. Hamilton for the Governor; He was fair and thought- in his talk; on behalf of Men's Brotherhood Rev. J. L. Reeves; on behalf of city, Mayor Rigby, he said he had no keys to turn over but they would do anything to make the messengers feel welcome. Rev. C. O. Marshall of Chanute, very thoughtfully responded. Dr. H. B. Bronson, delivered the keynote address: "Suffering for Christ." It was rich with thought and food for the soul. The afternoon Inspirational Period, "Suffering With Christ—in Christian leadership," kev. M. J. Smith, in the absence of Rev. P. D. Skinner. The Convention was blessed to have a long line of visitors, among whom were several National Characters. All the officers made wonderful reports, which proved that they had been interested concerning the King's Business. Rev. A. W. Ross, though sick, made a wonderful report and the brethren to show their appreciation for his service, gave him a vacation with $25.00 extra for wrong change. The evening service was featured with an able Annual Message by president W. A. Bowren. Just before the address Mrs. T. T. Addison rendered a spiritual solo. A sweet trio was rendered by Mrs. A. W. Ross, Mrs. Hailey, and Mrs. C. Jackson. Rev. G. T. Raimey delivered a practical Doctrinal Sermon, "The Final Perseverance of the Saints." Friday morning, Rev. S. Montgomery opened up in Pastors' Conference. During the Inspirational Period, Rev. J. W. Lewis discussed: "Suffering With Christ—Joy of Suffering." In a Missionary Symposium we had echoes from six districts by Revs. T. T. Addison, P. H. Houston M. J. Smith, W. Johnson, L. L. Branch and N. J. Stokes. All were inspired to more and better service after listening to Dr. J. T. Crawford. We gave us the survey of the work and how willingly the White Baptists cooperate to help put over the Johnson Program. He truly has a great heart. The afternoon Inspirational Period: "Suffering With Christ—Teward of His Suffering," by Rev. J. H. Bruce. The Convention listened to the very helpful remarks fromrof. C. L. McAllister, President of Western College. The election of officers was done in a Christian and loving manner. Mrs. T. T. Addison rendered a solo. Rev. T. T. Addison preached the Evangelistic Sermon. Mrs. Smith received a solo. The evening Inspirational Period, was, "Suffering With Christ—Purpose of His Suffering." by Rev. C. A. Washington. Rev. S. Montgomery delivered a strong annual address to the Pastors' Conference. Sister Malone put her work before the body, Sister Kitzhugh is pushing the Cradle Roll for the National Sermon. House. Dr. E. L. Seruggs preached the Educational Sermon. He was profound in his spiritual reasonings. Saturday morning, Rev. V. L. Danzy had charge of Inspirational Period and discussed; "Suffering With Christ—Satisfaction of Suffering." Business Board Meetings occupied the day. The evening service was under the auspices of the Woman's Home and Foreign Mission Society, Mrs. Emma Gaines, Preldent, and they gave an edifying Musical Program. enjoying Sunday's Service was good throughout the day. Especial was the President. W. A. Bowren's Convention Sermon and the Mass Meeting by Dr. A. W. Ross, of worthy mention. The annual convention went into history with the members more determined to put over God's Program. RENEW YOUR SUBSCRIPTION ELECTED HEAD OF TEXAS BAPTISTS The meeting of the Baptist Missionary and Educational Convention of Texas, which convened with St. Paul Baptist Church, Paris, Texas, from Oct. 12th through 16th, was the most stormy session held by the brethren of the Lone Star State for a long time. Rev. E. Arlington Wilson of Dallas, was elected president over Rev. E. L. Harrison of Houston after a long drawn out battle during which first one and the other had the advantage. Dr. Wilson seemed to have been well supplied with the following of Moderators while Dr. Harrison was most popular with the common people. Rev. L. K. Williams, D. D., President of the National Baptist Convention, was present and delivered the principal address of the Convention. Rev. E. W. Perry, President of the Oklahoma Baptist State Convention delivered an address on Thursday. Rev. Page M. Beverly of Newark, N. J.; Rev. D. H. Hamilton of New Orleans, La., Rev. R. W. Coleman of Birmingham, Ala., who is Corresponding Secretary of the Educational Board of the National Baptist Convention, were visitors who made speeches, also. Mrs. Edna Straikland was re-elected president of the Woman's Auxiliary. Rev. J. W. Bailey of Marshall, retired as State Supt. of Missions to resume his work as General Evangelist of the National Baptist Convention.—P. M. B. NOTICE! 620 E. 5th St. Coffeyville, Kans. To the Brotherhood of Kansas: This is to notify you that as your representative on the National Benefit Board of the National Baptist Convention, I am asking the editor of our State Mouth-piece, to allow space in our paper to let the Brotherhood know just what is expected of them to do so as to help out in making a good report for the State of Kansas. The Secretary, Dr. H. W. Holloway, is asking each Board member to bring some amount to the board which meets in St. Louis, Mo., Nov. 8th, so that we may have some amount to start on our Old Folks Home in Mizpah, N. J. Will each pastor take an after collection Sunday, or as early as you can and send to Rev. T. T. Addison, at above address, who was elected at Detroit, to represent the State of Kansas, on our National Benefit Board. Yours in defense of Kansas, Rev. T. T. Addison, B. Th. DR. Z. E. M $ ^{c} $ GEE IS IMPROVING DR. Z. E. M $ ^{c} $ GEE IS IMPROVING A letter from Dr. Z. E. McGee, Omaha, Nebraska, who was hurt in an automobile accident enroute to the National Baptist Convention in September, and a report from his church through The Omaha Guide, tell us this week of his improvement. He is able to sit up a little now. His friends in Mississippi, Arkansas, and other points, will rejoice with us in this bit of good news. This is the second car accident Rev. McGee has been a part, in which the drivers died; in first accident (some years ago) Rev. McGee was unhurt, however, when in either he might have been killed but for the wonderful keeping by our Heavenly Father. Quite enough for which to be thankful. Rev. Burton was less seriously hurt, and has been able with his congregation to assist Rev. McGee's church flock to keep the good work going along. Wellington Notes. SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH William McLleen, Pastor. Our Supt. Mrs. Charley Clark, was at her post of duty and had a lively S. S. Session; all teachers present and on time. The Pastor reviewed the lesson and gave much helpful information. At the 11 o'clock hour, the Pastor brought us a great message from the subject, "Ile Leadeth Me." Our rouls feasted as he spoke to us out of his heart, the word of truth.. or five rows. Doris I. Shepherd. President of the B. Y. P. U., opened the Union on time. We had a large crowd and a fine lesson. At 8 o'clock our Pastor brought us another burning message from the subject, "Christ and IIs Temple." The scrimon was full of logic and yet fully spiritual. We were glad to have Mrs. Brown out, who is recovering from a long illness. Services were well attended. WICHITA, KANSAS, FRIDAY, Oct. 21, 1927. BANQUET FOR LEGION DELEGATE Last Friday night, New Hope Ch., was a scene of beauty with a long horse-shoe-table which circled, practically the whole basement, seating more than a hundred at the first table and 60 or 70 at the second. At the arrival of the Commander and Delegate, Mr. B. H. Neely and wife, the guests of honor, the waiting guests took their places at the table. The honor guests marched in while the sisters (selected) sang: "Over There." Mrs. Ethel Steemer, Miss Irene Woodard, Mrs. Katherine B. Higgs, Mrs. W. L. Hutcherson, kept the music going while the guests feasted on the well prepared meal, served by the well experienced catresses of New Hope. Mrs. Jessie Carter, Mistress of Ceremonies, called all to stand at attention, while Messrs Clinton Riden and A. P. Halbrook advanced with colors. Prayer by Prof. Clement Richardson, President of Kansas Vocational College of Topeka. We pledged our legions to the Flag. The audience sang "America." The waiters were like fitting bees until every one was served. The Harmonious Four: Messrs Howard Jones, Winfield Burks Morgan Smith and Harold Goss, gave us three charming renditions to the delight of all present. Capt. W. L. Hutcherson was presented to introduce Commander B. H. Neely. In his introductory remarks, he stated the object of Arthur Gosset Post No. 275, told how Mr. Neely had won his trip to Paris, France. Mr. Neely started off by telling how hard it was to leave friends and how he felt the prayers of his friends while away. He told the value of the Y. M. C. A. Cards, he took us out sight-seeing in Paris, into some of the finest hotels and parks, auditoriums and churches and the most important spots in Paris; then through every session of the meeting. He told of the plans to protect every Legionaire and plans to make the world better. He mixed enough humor in his talk to make it interesting. He closed by making a strong appeal for the ex-soldiers to join the Legion. At the close of the great occasion, and his address the audience applauded most heartily. A picture was taken of the guests. We hope to tell about the trip in detail in a future issue. S PROCTOR POINTS THE CHRISTIAN ATTITUDE THE CHRISTIAN ATTUDE TOWARD THE FUTURE (Preston News Service) 1. The last words on the cross illustrate the Christian attitude toward life. 2. The first illustrates the Christian attitude toward one's enemies; the second toward death; the third toward parents; the fourth toward trouble; the fifth toward service. the sixth toward suffering; and the seventh toward the future. 3. I feel three distinct notes in the last word from the cross. "Father into thy hands I commend my Spirit." 4. The first is the beauty of simple faith; for the word Father, is in the first word from the cross and in the last. 5. The second note I feel is that of immortality; for the Master, without referring to His Body, commends His Spirit to the Father. 6. I feel here also the thrill of a great adventure; for the Master leaps out into the unknown with an assurance and the confidence of which Linbergh's adventure was a modern illustration. 7. You and I are to sometimes make that great journey, and leap into the great beyond. 8. If we would do this as the Master did, we must cultivate faith, hope and trust in the life of every day so that each day becomes a noble adventure. 19. This church is to move to a new location in the heart of the city, to embrace a new ideal in church work, and to enter a larger field of service. Let us in simple childlike trust, believe that He who has led us in the past will take care of us in the future. 10. The cities are the danger points in American life, and in the heart of every great city in the United States, Providence has put a colored church. Within a half century we shall know what this means. SEND YOUR CHILDREN TO SCHOOL By Dr. James Bend, Louisville, Ky. (Commission on Interracial Com.) Permit me through your columns A PLEASING RECITAL Emith Temple No. 20 presented Mrs. Mollie Sophia Fines, soprano, in Recital last Thursday evening, Oct. 13, 1927 at the St. Paul A. M. E. Church to a large and appreciative audience; they all left in high praise of her wonderful voice, her easy control of every register; her tone qualities were rich and harmony was soul deep. We are proud of Mrs. Fines. She is selfmade, has won by continued, diligent study along with her daily routine. Mrs. Fines left last Sunday evening to tour the South and East before returning; she is accompanied by Miss Gladys Holder, the coming young pianist. NOTED CONTRALTO TO APPEAR A real treat is in store for the public—To hear Mrs. Dollie Brown of Parsons, who is naturally talented as a contralto and her special study at Oberlin Conservatory of Music puts her in a class to herself. She is well known as THE VOICE ARTIST and wherever she has appeared the people long for her return. She handles the songs of the Masters with ease and is perfectly at home with the Spirituals; she seems to enter into the race's bondage whose religion was their whole hope. She sings Burleigh's "My Lord, What a Mornin'" and "Go Down Moses," and you can feel the suffering of the Israelites and then compare their suffering with the Negroes in slavery in America. It will do you good to Hear her sing "Deep River," and "The Crucifixion." The Pastor's Aid of Calvary Baptist Ch., is helping her to get before the people of Wichita, on MONDAY, OCT. 24, 1927, at Calvary Baptist Church. Come early and enjoy the sweetness of this Great Contralto Voice. KANSAS CITY NEWS True to one of his predominant traits, Pastor Bronson repeated his subject: "Suffering With Christ," last Sunday from which he delivered an inspiring and reviving sermon without the repetition of a single point used in the same subject the Sunday before. The measure of one sermon was made by the addition of four members: two candidates for baptism, one converted in the course of the service, the other coming from another church, and two by Christian experience. The Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. were at their best. Undue interest was manifested by workers and pupils. A standing invitation is yours to worship with us. to call the attention of colored people to the importance of getting their children into the schools at the beginning of the school year and keeping them there every day. It will be a sad day for the colored people when they lose the passion for education that characterized them immediately after emancipation and for a generation thereafter. No price should be too high and no sacrifice too great in our efforts to give the right kind of training to the boys and girls that are to follow us and take up our work after we are through. It is only through Christian education that the Negro will be able to overcome handicaps, lead his people out of the bondage of ignorance and superstition, and make his contribution to the life of the nation of which he is a part. Colored people, therefore, while working persistently for the removal of handicaps, should make full use of the educational facilities at hand. Colored parents and young people themselves should allow nothing to turn them aside from their purpose to obtain the best training within their reach. Let us remember in this hour of opportunity the racifices which our parents made in the early days, when few facilities and opportunities were available to them. Parents, send your children to school—to the rural and city graded schools, to the grammar school, to the high schools—and make every sacrifice to send those who are ready to the colleges and universities. It is only through education that the Negro will be able to free his mind from the bondage of prejudice, superstition and ignorance and take his rightful place among his intelligent, forward looking, patriotic fellow citizens. AVOID THE RUSH! ORDER YOUR CHRISTMAS CARDS FROM US AT ONCE—BETTER CARDS—MORE IN DEMAND—SEE US TODAY. LETTERS OF CONDOLENCE TO DR. P. D. SKINNER & FAMILY CORRECTION. In the olitary last week in the clause stating that Mrs. Skinner was opposed to her husband's resignation from Sardis Church, which separated them might have been misleading, (they were never separated,) but the resignation separated him from the Sardis Church, and thus their Christian work in the church was not together, when he went to work on the field and her ever faithful work continued with the Sardis Church until her death. We the members of Maple St. Baptist Church of Independence, Kansas, extend to the members, friends and relatives, our hearts' sympathy during your bereaved moments of the departing of a dear one, a loving wife and devoted mother, who is now sleeping. We should not mourn, because she has left you. Remember the good things that she did while she could; trusting in God as she should; now her soul is resting sweetly, resting in her heavenly home, that had been prepared for her. Now dry away our tears, for God. He is near, watching over the work that she has done. In some sweet day He will call us away and place us in our new home beyond. The Kansas Baptist State Convention Topeka, Kansas, Oct. 7, 1927. To Dr. Skinner and Family: We have heard with sad regrets of the death of your beloved companion, and we hasten to express our deep heart felt sympathy to you in this sad hour. We know your loss of your dear one is one of the greatest of your earthly life no words can express the extent of this loss. But with your knowledge of the ways of the earth and how transitory are all earthly things and your Strong faith in God and His promises. We know you will in this sad separation for time with her who has been your help-mate your consoler and counselor through your trials and troubles for so many years. Find comfort and consolation in your God you have in your ministry of years; pointed many sad hearts to Him for comfort in their sadness, such as yours. He will be your helper and comforter. You have the prayers of the Baptist Family of Kansas. May God comfort you: lean on Him. Truly Prayerfully submitted, W. A. Bowren, B. L. Marchant. Coffeyville, Kansas, Oct. 9, 1927. Since the Alwise Creator in His great wisdom has removed from our midst our esteemed sister, our friend and the mother of our beloved member, Mrs. James Buckner, we the members of the Clover Leaf Art and Literary Club, take this method to extend to the stricken family, our sincere sympathy. We bow our heads to the will of God and mingle our tears with yours today in your sad hour. We recommend you to the care and keeping of the One Who can dry the mourners' tears. Done by order of the Clover Leaf Alt and Literary Club, Mrs. Ada Gilbert, Pres. Mrs. G. W. Cain, Secretary. Topeka, Knnsas, Oct. 7, 1927. How feeble are words to carry consolation to hearts bereaved of a beloved wife, and mother, but we join with you in grief, and offer our sincere sympathy, knowing that the ripened frunt must fall, and to the family it should be a sacred thought in years to come, that she shed radience in the home as long as she did, and the thought that you did your best to cherish her, should be, to you a spring of satisfaction and consolation. You have our sincere prayers. Done by order of the Ex. Board of Southwestern District. Rev. J. T. Elias, Moderator, Mrs. Mary Dial, President. Whereas the Lord has seen fit to remove from our midst, Sister Louise Skinner, one whom we all love so dearly, one will be missed in the home for her loving and kind words. She leaves a vacancy in the home that never can be filled. We extend our heart felt sympathy to the bereaved family; we feel that even so great a loss is heaven's gain; we bow our head in humble submission to Him who doth all things well. Sleep on slumbering dust until the resurrection at the last day. Long years will dry the bursting tears, and soothe the pain; but love will keep our memory green, until we meet again. Sardis Mission Band, Five Cents Per Copy NOTICE! To the Church Without a Pastor: IN SOUTHWESTERN DISTRICT DEAR CHURCH:—The Southwestern District is supplying all churches without a pastor on the fifth Sunday in this month, which is Oct. 30. Please let me know by return mail, if possible, whether your church is without a pastor or not. As District Missionary, I will see to it that some of our churches with a pastor, will send you their pastor for that Sunday if you write me at once. N. J. STOKES, Dist. Missionary, Pratt, Kansas. To the Churches With Pastors: You well know that the fifth Sunday in Oct. is special Sacrificial Missionary Day. You are asked to raise more money for your own church on this day, than on any other Sunday. Also to take a missionary offering of 25c per member and report* the same at the next board which meets in Eldorado, Kan. To the Ministera:—You are asked to be ready to make the sacrifice of the fifth Sunday to do active missionary work. Will let you know in due time the place you will be asked to go. The above is in keeping with the agreement of every misister of our District. Things for which to pray on that day:—1. For your own church; 2. For your own Pastor; 3. For the Southwestern Missionary Work. 4 For Your Dist. Missionary. LET every Church and Pastor write me on Monday after the Sacrificial Sunday that I may know of your success as to numbers, interest, and money. NORRIS J. STOKES. Ind. Ave. Christian Ch. Sunday School opened at 9:45 with Supt. Brother Isaac Butler, in chair. At the 11 o'clock hour, Brother Walter Scott brought to us a very timely message, Subject: "The Ideal Home." Christian Endeavor at 6:30 p. m. Junior division, Brother Isaac Butler; Senior division Brother Walter Scott Senior Choir rehearsal has been changed to Friday night instead of Tuesday. Regular Board Meeting was held on Monday, October 17th. The financial committees met and made its report to the Board. Clara Neal, Reporter. Fern Austin, Acting President. Beatrice Collins, Acting Sec'y. Coffeyville, Kansas, Oct. 7, 1927. To the Husband and Children of the deceased Sister Louise Skinner: It is with profound regrets that learned of the death of the beloved wife of our Brother, Rev. P. D. Skinner. A true wife and mother! No higher eulogy can be pronounced upon any woman. True to her death teaches us that sooner or later we must all make the journey across that mystic river. The angels called and in the ways of an All-wise Providence, it was best that she should go. If there can be a compensating thought, it is that your dear one returned to God. Ripened in years and fully prepared for another state of existence, she passed on to enjoy the reward of a life well spent. Over in the beautiful land, we trust she has gone, we hope to gather at the river; is it not, sweet consolation to think that among the loved and lost, she may meet you on the other side. Commending you to Him who doeth all things well for the Lord giveth and the Lord taketh, belea the name of the Lord. Done by order of Calvary Bapt Ch. Done be the name Done by order of Calvary Bapt Ch. Rev. S. A. Williams, Pastor, Irene T. Morris, Clerk. We the members of Calvary Baptist Mission Circle, Coffeyville, Kansas, wish to extend our deepest sympathy to our dear brother and family, (Rev, P. D. Skinner.) We realize a cloud of sorrow cast a shadow over the sun in your home, knowing that this is the Hand of God, working, we therefore think it is for the best, for He only does that which is good. Death is a plan of His we cannot understand, but like the poet, we will understand it better by and by. We knew Sister Skinner, knew her life was a beautiful example; a Christian full of lovingkindness, and always ready to try to do something for others. She is gone, yes she is gone, to that building eternally in heaven, not made with hand. We well know that we will miss her from this place, yet we'll see her face to face. I will not say she is dead, she is just away, with a cheery smile and a wave of the hand. She has wandered to an unknown land. Done by order of Calvary Baptist Mission Circle. Mission Mrs. Mary Warren, President, Bertha Hudson, Secretary, Toreka, Kansas, Oct. 7, 1927—We the Women of Kansas State Baptist Convention, extend our brother, Rev. P. D. Skinner and the bereaved fam- Continued on page three ) Sunday School Lesson (By REV, P M FITZWATFR DD, Dean Moody Ribbe Institute of Chicago) (© 1927, by Western Newspaper Union) Lesson for October 23 THE CALL OF THE PROPHET LESSON TEXT—I Kings 19.19, 20; Amos 7:10-18; Isa 6:1-8 GOLDEN TEXT—I heard the voice of the Lord saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then I said, Here are I, send me. JUNIOR TOPIC—God's Call to Service INTERMEDIATE AND SENIOR TOPIC—Spirit of the volunteer TOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULT TOPIC—The Need for Modern Prophets A prophet is one who speaks forth the message of another. A prophet may foretell events, but his primary business is to speak forth God's message. 1. The Call of Elisha (I Kings 10:19, 20). 1. His occupation. He seems to have been a well-to-do farmer, as there were twelve yokes of oven in service when God called him. It was while engaged in his common duty that he received the divine call 2. How he was called. Elijah cast his mantle upon him as he passed by. 11. The Call of Amos (Amos 7:10-15). 1. His occupation (v. 11). He was a herdsman and gatherer of sycamore fruit. 2. He was a prophet, not by succession nor trained in the prophetic schools. 3. God called him from his humble life to stand before the king. God is not straitened for helpers. He raises up workers from unexpected quarters, fills them with His Spirit and sends them forth. III. The Call of Isalah (Isa 0:1 9). I. Isalah's vision of the Lord (vv. 1-4). No one's ministry will ever be fruitful until he has had a vision of the Lord. (1) He saw the Lord on His throne (v. 1). The supreme need of a servant of God is to have a vision of Him, even to see Him on His throne. Just now, perhaps as never before, we need a vision of the enthroned Lord, as the awful darkness is settling down upon the world. (2) He saw the Seraphim above (vv. 2, 3). Their standing indicated that they were in readiness to do His bidding. Their equipment with six wings showed their ability to execute the divine will. In the divine presence, one pair was needed to veil the head from the divine glory; one pair velled the feet which had been soiled in contact with the world, while the third pair was suspended in midair waiting to depart on the divine errand. As they waited in His presence their continued cry was "Holy, holy, holy." (3) He saw manifestations of majesty (v. 4). As the holy ones cried the very doorposts moved and the temple was filled with smoke. Smoke Indicates the divine presence in anger (Lx. 10.8; 20.18). 2. Isahah's conviction of sin (v. 6). When he got a vision of the holy God he was smitten with a sense of sin. The reason that men think well of themselves is that they have never seen God. Face to face with the Lord, Isahah saw himself as wholly vile. He realized that he had slinned in speech, and if in speech, then in heart, therefore the cry of despair. 3. Isahah cleansed from sin (vv. 6, 7). Having been convicted of and confessed his sin, a burning coal was sent from the altar which purged away his sin. Ils' persistent guilt was forgiven and removed. 4. Isahah's call (v. 8). Ils' call from God did not come until after his cleansing. The purged soul is the soul ready for the Lord's service. 5 Isaiah's dedication (v 8). As soon as he was cleansed he quickly responded for service. The one who has been sanctified and made meet for the Master's service readily responds to the call of God. He did not wait to see the end from the beginning, but freely gave himself up to that service. 6. Isaiah's commission (vv. 013). Because of the unpromising outlook, Isaiah shrank from his responsibility, He saw the people steeped in selfishness, but in spite of that the Lord assured him that their blindness and sin would not continue forever. The people would go on in sin, he taken into captivity, and the land left desolate; but as the oak, after shedding its leaves is for a time apparently lifeless, yet it retains its substance and so can manifest its life, the prophet is given to see under this figure that despite the deadness of the nation a remnant shall be saved. The holy seed of the kingdom shall come to fruilage in the last days. The Highest Energy "Prayer is the very highest energy of which the human heart is capable." —Coleridge. Life is the soul's nursery—its training place for the destinies of eternity. W. M. Thackery. Praying and Living He who prays as he ought will endeavor to live as he ought. Owen. B. Y. P U. LESSON LY REV. J. W. HAYES "EFFICIENT YOUNG PEOPLE SOCIETY" A. D. 57 1 Cor. 12. Here the apostle speaks of many gifts, many members, many administrations, many operations, many manifestations. However, one Spirit, one Lord, one God and one Body, Many members united in one body by one spirit; not regarding race or nationality. An efficient Young People's organization is a body so united that it calls into play all the latent possibilities of each member. Each individual has a definite function in the body. One fits only in the place for which he has been prepared by the Lord. The task of the Union is, presuming that each member is a Christian: I. To help each member find his gift and place. II. To prepare each member for his place, and to inspire each member to fill his place. If God has saved us we will fit perfectly our place in the building. The officials of the organization are (or should be) God's skilled workmen who are able to put together the various elements of the organization, in such a way as will make possible the most efficient service with the greatest save of time and energy. How can a young Christian find his place in Kingdom Work? Give three reasons for friction in Unions. What is the secret of perfect functioning of the Young People's Society? What is the secret of permanent and effective growth in the Union. THE SECOND BIRTH St. John 1:13—Which was born not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man but of God. St. John 3:3, Jesus answered and said unto him, verily, veirly, I say unto thee, except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of heaven. 1 Peter 1:23, Being born again not of corruptible seeds but of incorruptible by the word of God, which liveth and abideth forever. 1 John 3:9, Whosoever is born of God doth not commit sin for his seed remaineth in him and he cannot sin, because he is born of God. 1 John 5:1, Whosoever believeth that Jesus is the Christ is born of God and every one that loveth Him that begat loveth Him also that is begotton of Him. St. John 1:12, But as many as received Him to them gave He power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on His name. St. John 3:5, Jesus answered verily, verily I say unto thee, except a man be born of the water and of the spirit, he can not enter into the kingdom of God. Mark 16:16, He that believeth and is baptized hall be saved, but he that believeth not shall be damned. Acts 2:38, Then Peter said unto them, repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. Acts 3:19 Repent ye, therefore and be converted that your sins may be blotted out when the time of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord. Rom. 10:10. For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. Rom. 6:4. Therefore we are buried with Him by baptism into death that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father even so we also should walk in newness of life. Col. 2:12, Buried with Him in baptism wherein also ye are risen with Him through the faith of the operation of God, who hath raised Him from the dead. Acts 8:28 and he commanded the chariot to stand still and they went down both into the water, both Phillip and the Eunuch and he baptized him. 1 Peter 3:21, The like figure whereunto even baptism doth also now uset not the putting away of the filth of the flesh but the answer of a good conscience. 1 Tim. 1:19, Holding faith and a good conscience which some having put away concerning faith have made shipwreck. 1 Tim. 1:5, Now the end of the commandments is charity out of a pure heart and of a good conscience and of faith unfeigned. God recognized Jesus being His son after He was baptized. Matt. 3:16, 17; Mark 1:10, 11; Matt. 12.50. For whosoever shall do the will of my Father which is in heaven, the same is my brother and sister and mother. Jordan Matthew Morris was born in the year of 1873 in Cohoma, County, Mississippi, and departed this life Sun., Oct. 16, 1927 at 2:30 a.m. He came to Wichita, in 1893 and at an early age was converted and baptized and uniting with Second Baptist Church, with Rev. M. L. Copeland, as pastor. For many years he was superintendent of Sunday School, a faithful and conscientious worker, living a consistent Christian until the end. In 1902 he moved to Minneapolis, Minn., continuing his work in Bethesda Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Parsons. During his time in Minnesota, he engaged in Railroad Real Estate and undertaking Business, in which he was very successful. He was very well known over the U. S., being the "Imperial Potentate of the Masonic Lodge." He was united in marriage in 1922 to Bernice Hawkins, of Lincoln Nebr. 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Treasurer ... W. H. Young, D. D. 810 Quincy St., Topesa. Statistician ... A. L. Gardner 615 S. 23rd. St., Parson Auditor ... G. N. Jackson 901 Missouri St., Lawrence Executive Secretary and Supt of Mission ... A. W. Ross 821 Clay St., Topeka. Evangelist ... P. D. Skinner, D. D. 520 Spring St. Koffeyville. WOMAN'S H. & F. M. CONVEN. Pres.....Mrs. Emma Gaines, Topeka 1182 Bustranan St. Topeka. 1st Vice.....Mrs. Mary Dial, Pittsburgh 2nd Vice.....Mrs. M. D. Jones Junction City. 3rd Vice.....Mrs. J. W. Gordon, Iola 4th Vice Mrs. L. A. Turner, Kans. C. 5th Vice.....Mrs. R. B. Perkerson Hutchinson. 6th Vice.....Mrs. Jennie B. Shane Wathena. Rec. Sec.....Mrs. Wm. Smothers Atchison. Corresponding Sec.....Mrs. I. F. Bates 1713 Wabash Ave. Wichita. Treasurer ..Mrs. Millie Anderson. 516 E. 5th St Coffeyville. Statistician ..Mrs. Carrie Davison Emporia, Kansas. 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 Mattie O. Bradshaw 1547 Quincy St. Topeka. Treasurer.....Mrs. Pauline Wilson 822 Olive St. Ottawa. Neosho Valley District Baptist Association. and its Auxiliary Con- Salina News Items Sunday services were highly enjoyed throughout the day. S. S. was well attended, opened at 10 winn supt. Essie D. Bryant, presiding. Lesson reviewed by Pastor J. m. Bruce. At 11 o'clock, the Pastor delivered the message from Keevation v. c., choosing for his subject, "The White House and His Rider." At 3 p. m., keev. J. W. Johnson, Abilene, assisted by his chair, delivered a helpful sermon. Visitors, Mrs. B. C. Easter, Oswego, and Mrs. v. L. Perry, Junction City, Kansas. 6:00 p. m., B. Y. P. u., opened by president, Mrs. Hudson. Lesson was taught by Mr. Jess Davis. Evening services opened at 7:55; 20 minutes' song service, conducted by the Junior Choir. Pastor Bruce brought us a very spiritual, soul stirring, subject, "Efficacy of Prayer." Matt, 21:22. God was surely with Pastor Bruce as he talked. Bick list—Mrs. Belle Hill, Mr. Henry Kirtley, Miss florence Lockridge, and Mrs. Vine Williams. Mission Circle will meet at the home of Mrs. Faye Bruce. Miss Bernauette Brummell. St. Mark M. E. Church. The service at St. Mark M. E. Ch., began Sunday morning with a well attended Sunday School, presided by Mrs. E. G. Hyde, Supt., and a splendid corps of teachers. School was catechised by the Pastor. At 11 o'clock the Pastor preached a splendid sermon from Matt. 6:20; subject, "Celestial Investment." His text was, "Lay up for yourselves treasures on heaven." At 3 o'clock the pastor preached an annual sermon for the Ladies Aid society, which was well received by all who were present. Text was selected from Rom. 16:2; "That you receive her in the Lord as becometh saints." At 5:30 p. m., a splendid junior League service. At 6:30 the Senior League was conducted by Dr. N. B. Bruley. At 7:30 p.m. Rev. Conwell preached another sermon to a well filled house, he took for his subject, "Fear God." Text from Jonah 1:9: "I am a Hebrew, I fear the Lord." Collection $3.615. Rev. W. C. Conwell, Pastor Miss Velma, Day, Reporter. Ottawa News. All services were well attended at Bethany Chapel Sunday. At the 11 o'clock service, Rev. Favors preached a Missionary Sermon. He selected Psalm 15 as a text, sub- ject, "I the Beauty of Righteousness." Rev. Favors brought us another pointed and instructive sermon from Num. 32:23; "Be sure your sin will find you out." Botn sermons were very much enjoyed by all. Group 2 had charge of the B. Y. P. U., program and the poem, "It ASSOCIATION PROPER Moderator..... Rev. J. H. Scott, Oswatamia, Kans Oswattonline, Kans. Vice Mod.....Rev. W. F. Deatty Ft. Scott, Kans. Secretary.....Rev. C. O. Marshall, Chanute, Kans. President.....Mrs. J. W. Gordon Iola, Kansas Vice Pres......Mrs. I. M. Hughes, Ottawa, Kansas Gen. Secretary.....Mrs. M. G. Glover, Chanute, Kansas Treasurer.....Mrs. F. Cohran. Fort Scott, Kansas SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION President.....Rev. M. J. Smith, Fort Scott, Kansas Treasurer.....Mrs. Clara Claybourne, Ottawa, Kansas. BAPTIST YOUNG PEOPLES UNION. President.....Mrs. M. L. Owens Fort Scott, Kans. Vice Pres.....Rev. D. C. Sargeon, Olathe, Kansas. Secretary.....Miss Elsie Lewis Ottawa, Kansas President..... Rev. J. A. Rucker, Paola. Kansas Vice Pres...... Rev. D. C. Sargeon, Olathe, Kansas. Executive Board Meeting: 1st, Nov. 15, 16, 1927, at Olathe, Kansas; 2nd, Feb. 14, 15, 1928 at Fort Scott, Kansas; Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. Conventions with the 3rd Board Meeting, at Iola, Kansas, June 1928; Annual Session, at Paola, Kansas, August 15-18, 1928. KAW VALLEY BAPTIST DIS- TRICT ASSOCIATION Moderator Rev. D. B. Jackson, D. D. 710 Freeman Ave Kansas City, Kan. isn't the Church, it's you;" read by Miss Thelma Favors was one of the most enjoyable numbers. The church is planning a bazaar for the 1st week in Nov. The pastor donned his coat at the close of Sunday evening services, on which the men declare they will have served at least 100 gay pockets at the close of the bazaar. The pastor's wire is the other participant in this contest of many pockets. The women of Bethany are sewing the pockets on her dress. These pockets will be ripped off and opened at the close of the contest. Rev. A. W. Ross spent a short time in Ottawa, Saturday, enroute to Cofleyville. Mrs. L. F. Marskman who went to Demopolis, Ala., to accompany Mrs. Litta Diggers home; returned with the latter, who is paralyzed, last Thursday. Mrs. I. L. Barlow who has been indisposed since returning from the State Convention, is able to be out again. The Mothers' Congress Club and the Court of Calantane gave a birthday surprise party on Mrs. Russell Alien, Oct. 17th. The Beatrice L. Childs, Jrs., gave a jolly mock Halloween Party, Saturday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Isabel Wakefield, 111 S. Ash St. The rooms were beautifully decorated. Games were played, followed by a winer roast. Fruits and candy were served: 23 present. Miss Martha McBrier entertained the Needlecraft Art Club at her pretty farm residence, Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 12th; her mother, Mrs. Julia McBrier was surprised just before the closing of the meeting by being presented a miscellanee shower of useful articles. This club gave Rev. A. W. Ross, Supt., of Missions, who has been quite ill, a birthpostal shower. Mothers' Congress Club met Friday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Isabelle Wakefield. The study hour was spent discussing Matt. 6:1-15. Rev. Enyard was the instructor. These loyal women are furnishing clothing and other necessities in many homes. 14 present. OBITUARY OBITUARY (Continued from pag. 2) three years. He was a patient uncomplaining sufferer, never losing faith; keeping an everlasting trust in God. He leaves to mourn his loss, a wife, a brother A. M. Morris of Wichita, a sister Mrs. Jennie Foster of St. Louis, Mo., and a host of other relatives and friends. He departed this life as peacefully as the close of a summer day. "Let sorrow's rudest tempest blow, Each cord on earth to sever; Our King says "Come" and there's our home, Forever, O forever!" RENEW YOUR SUBSCRIPTION The Negro Star-For the good of the People Secretary.....Rev. G. N. Jackson. 101 Missouri Ave. Lawrence, Kans. Cor. See.....Rev. H. B. Bronson. 1219 N. 9th St. Kansas City, Kans. Treasurer.....Rev. M. J. Burton. 418 West Laurent, Topeka, Kans. Officers of the Smoky Hill River Missionary Baptist District Association and its Auxiliary Conventions: an. ASSOCIATION, PROPER: Moderator.....Rev. G. T. Kalmey 920 N. Clay, Junction City. Vice Moderator....Rev. M. T. Waters Salina, Kansas. er, General Secretary—Lewis N. Grimes 615 W. 10th Junction City General Treasurer ...Bro Frank Tyler 907 N. Elm, Abilene, Kansas. Statistician-Auditor....W. P. Warder Ellsworth, Kansas WOMAN'S HOME AND FOREIGN MISSIONARY CONVENTION President.....Sister M. D. Jones 509 W. 13th Junction City Vice Pres. ...Sister Carrie L. Davison Route 9 Box 93. Limporia Rec. Sec. ...Sister Essie D. Bryant 330 N. 2nd. Salina. vis FUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION. President.....Sister O. E. Jackson 420 S. Cottage Ave. Salina. Vice Pres.....Sister Maude Curtis Abilene, Kansas. Rec. Sec.....Sister Emma Tyler 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 Filworth, Kans. AUXILIARY MISSIONS CONTION President.. Sister Lois Vera Grimes 615 W. 19th St. Junction City. Vice Pres.......Sister Anna Chaves Abilene, Kansas. Rec. Sec. 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We deeply realize, from having passed through similar beaverments, that expressions of condolence wholly fail to restore the loved and lost ones, yet we cannot 615 W. 10th St. Junction City Gen. Sec.....Lewis N. Grimes Gen. Music Director.....Sister Geraldine Bryant Hudson, 330 N. 2nd. St. Salina, Kansas EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS. Main Body 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 Peoples Union Convention. Fourth Day, Thursday, W. H. & F. Mission Convention. Fifth and Seventh Day, Friday and Sunday, The Main Body. Sixth Day, Saturday a. m. and Evening Auxiliary Missions, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Manhattan, Kansas, Rev. J. H. Bruce, Pastor. Send all bazar pieces for State and District Work to sister J. B. Devine, 614 W. 9th St., Junction City, Kansas. Rev. E. L. Nails, Stockton, Kansas Rev. A. G. Mason, Strong City, Kans. WOMAN HOME & FOREIGN MISSION CONVENTION Sister Mary Brown. Russell, Kansas Sister J. E. Johnson, Manhattan, Kansas SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION Sister Viola Robinson, 8th & Yuma Manhattan, Kansas Sister Alberta Payne, 519 W. 13th St. Junction City, Kansas Abilene, Kansas Sister Lois V. Grimes, 615 W. 10th St Junction City, Kansas. AUXILIARY MISSIONS CONTION Secretary W. H. and F. M. Convention Board. TIME AND PLACE OF MEETINGS of the Smoky Hill River Missionary Baptist District Association and its Auxiliary Conventions and the Quarterly Board Meetings: The 24th Annual Association and Auxiliaries will meet Monday before the Second Lord's Day in August as follows: The Executive Boards of this Association and its auxiliary Conventions shall meet Tuesday before the second Lord's Day in November, February, and May, at 7:00 o'clock p. m. and shall close on Thursday Evening. 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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 Sec......Mrs. Millie 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, 615 S. 23rd St. Parsons, Vice President.....Mrs. Bessie Metcalf Cherryvale, Kans. General Sec.....Miss Bertha Robinson Cherryvale, Kans. Treasurer.....Mrs. M. Lyle, Chetopa B. Y. P. U. CONVENTION. President.....$Rev. Wm. Thomas Cherryvale, Kans. Vice President.....Miss Ruby Meachem 2414 Morton, Parsons District Superviser.....S. S. Hester Pittsburg, Kans. Gen. Sec. Miss Bonzetta Washington Independence, Kans. Treasurer .....Miss Marjorie Gunter MINISTERS AND DEACONS UNION. 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Let your articles be brief and to the point. CITY ITEMS CITY ITEMS Rev. and Mrs. J. W. Hayes looked in on the work this week. We are glad to see Mrs. Hayes feeling so well The friends of Mr. and Mrs. A. Morris sympathize with them in the loss of his brother Mr. J. M. Morris of Minneapolis, Minn., whose body was shipped here, funeral attended at Calvary by Rev. Hayes, Pastor, and burial here Wednesday. Rev. and Mrs. J. R. Tunstell of St. Louis, Mo., are spending a week here with their cousins Mr. and Mrs. L. Ford, 1952 Wabash Ave. Mrs. Rosa Smith of Topeka, who is teaching in Okla., spent the week end here, the guest of Mrs. Jewel Brown. Stevens-Gordon Women Christian Temperance Union will hold a rummage sale at 242 North Main Street, Monday, Oct. 24th. Mr. Embry is reported as being quite ill of pneumonia. He is the husband of Mrs. Jessie Neely Embry. Mr. W. J. Poole of, Kansas City, Mo., is making a visit in the city, the guest of his cousin Mrs. Rubye I. Jones, 216 W. Central. Mr. Love, Mrs. Brown and Mrs. Collins, Security Insurance workers, transacted business with The Star. Mrs. F. W. Layten, of Philadelphia, Pa., President of National Baptist Women's Convention, spent Wednesday in the city the guest of Mrs. I. F. Bates. Mrs. Layten was not feeling well and did not see much of Wichita; she was enroute from Ceicago, to the Oklahoma Convention. Mrs. Winsett, who resided here sometime ago, was visiting here last week. We were very glad to have Mrs. B. L. Marchant stop in to see us on insturuy afternoon. Mr. Cra Evans left Sunday for a visit in Mississippi. Mrs. Alfred Matthews is in Kansas City under treatment for her eyes. Mrs. C. W. Andrews was in Cherryvale last week to the funeral of her sister, Mrs. Toliver. We are in sympathy with Mrs. Andrews in this her sadness. It seems that the friends are beginning to know of the editor's taste for lemon pies and occasionally he is all amiles when one is given him. Dr. and Mrs. Briley charged his appetite with one of their good lemon pies. Mr. and Mrs. Willis Mays motored from Newton Saturday and visited in the city. Mr. R. L. Stewart of Kansas City, was a visitor in the city duringtn week. Mrs. Butler of Newton, was in to see us this week. She carried her daughter, Arnethe to Lane College, Jackson, Tenn., and reports her doing fine. Miss Eunice Hughes, 912 Cleveland, entertained in honor of Miss Callye Yarbrough of Kingfisher, Okla., Wednesday evening. Guests were Misses Dollie Thompson, Clara Armstead, Edna Lanagan, Neola Parks, Carrie L. Burney and Dr. McGee. The evening was spent in games. Miss Hughes also served a delicious dinner on Sunday and the party motored to Eldorado. Mrs. T. W. Fines wishes to thank Emith Temple No. 30 A. E. O. N. M. S. who sponsored her recital, for honor shown her and the hearty support and co-operation; to the many friends for tokens received, and to all who expressed their good wishes for her future success. NOTICE!! DISTRICT BOARD MEETING. The First Board of Southwestern District Association is called to meet with Second Baptist Church, Eldorado, Kansas, Rev. J. R. Martin, Pastor, Nov. 17, 18, 1927—With all Auxiliaries of the Association. ALL Odd fellows and ex-Oddfellows are invited to attend a Mass Meeting at St. Paul A. M., E. Church, Sunday at 3 o'clock. Two selected speakers for the occasion. L. G. Berry Walter Collins L. A. Payne, Secretary. M. B. Talbert Y.W.C.A. The Athenian Literary Society will meet at the Y. W, C. A., Sunday at 4 o'clock. Election of officers will be held. Every one is invited. The Girl Reserve Advisors held a meeting at the Branch, Friday afternoon at 4:30. Plans for the year's program and the Annual Carinval, were discussed. Rev, B. L. Marchant was speaker at Vesper, Sunday. He brought a most inspiring message that was greatly enjoyed by all present and indeed appropriate for the opening Vesper Services for the year. Devotionals conducted by Mrs. H. Gist, --- STATE CONVENTION AND AURS. TELEPHONE MARKET 3130 Y AT WICHITA, KANSAS Editor and Publisher Assistant Editor 200 and D. 3793 Advertising Agent St. Phone M. 1663 Local Editress 12th 1919, at the Post office at Wichita 1879. ATION RATES: $1.50 .90 .60 .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 rates that Wednesday noon will appear the brief and to the point. of the Religious Committee and Mrs. Peterson chairman, presided. Mrs. Geeder directed music. All were invited to remain for the "Friendly Hour" and Tea following services. The service was well attended. Douglass School Girl Reserves will have a candy sale at the Y. W. C. A. Saturday. The Girl Reserve Club met at L'Ouverture School Tuesday and elected officers: Jessie Lorance, Pres. Juanita Baldinado, Vice; Jewel Foust, Sec.; Jewel Jones, Assistant Sec.; Virginia Matthews, Treas. Misses Schweilen and Brown, Advisors, were present. A volley ball team has been organized among the Higa School Girl Reserves—Mrs. H. Perry, Sponsor. Horace Mann and Central Intermediate Girls were organized at the Branch Wed, afternoon. Officers are: Flora Parks, Pres., Beatrice Ewell, Vice. Celia Smith, Sec.; Terrietta Garner, Assistant; Mary M. Landrum, Treas.; Juanita Evans, Pianist.—Mrs. H. T. Geeder, Advisor. A Girl Reserve Club will be organized at Dumbar School, Friday, Miss Irene Woodard and Miss Hiawatha Brown are the Advisors. The Special Committee met at the Y. W. C. A., Tuesday at 5 p. m. The following report was given by the Treasurer: Amount of money raised from Fashion Show and all other sources $608.97; amount spent $507.38; balance in bank $101.50. This committee has the responsibility of taking care of all capital expenditures. They have put a fire proof roof on the Y. W. C. A. Building, paid for the furniture and are now having a new fence built at the back of the building. Mrs. F. O. Miller is chairman of the special committee. Mrs. Mayme Moore, vice; Mrs. J. L. Hicks, Treas.; Mrs. Beatrice Sexton and Mrs. Vashti Crutcher. Too much credit cannot be given this committee. They are making it possible for the Talbert Branch to do many things that they would not be able to, if this committee did not exist. Plans for the year's program were also discussed at this meeting, and some very fine things are being planned that not to be released to the public at this time. This committee has been asked to take over the publicity for the Branch. C. T. C. NEWS Plan now to hear Carl Diton, eminent Negro Musician, April 9, 1923. The radio program to be broadcast by the C. T. C. will be over be announced next week; it will K.E.A., Hotel Lassen. The date to probably Thursday or Friday evening at 7:330 p. m. G. L. A. CLUB NOTES The members of the Club held their meeting on Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. Robt. Hill at her home, 626 N. Water St. Business was transacted. Currence events were given. A dainty luncheon was served. Next week they will meet with Mrs. L. Harris. ST. PAUL A. M. E. CH. The session of our Bible School was held at 9:30 a. m. Attendance good. At 11 a. m., our pastor, Rev. C. E. Brooks delivered a great message of the truth, his text was selected from Rom. 10.9, "That the object of Christ's Coming into the world is the salvation of sinners." Rex. Brooks preached at the evening. The regular meeting of the A. C. E. League was held at 7 p. m. Stewardess Board No. 2, met on Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs. McCoy, 718 N. Water St. The Ladies' Ald Society held their meeting on Wednesday afternoon at the parsonage. The officers elected for the Junior Missionary Board are as follows:—Thelma Letcher, President; Lucia Hill, Vice President; Sadie Graves, Secretary; Velna Mae Gardner, Assistant Secretary; Muriel Letcher, Treasurer. Mrs. C. E. Brooks is Chairman of the Board. St. Mary Bapt. Church REV. J. E. DOUGLASS, PASTOR Sunday was a well spent day beginning with S. S. at 9:30 with Supt. and his staff of officers present. The lesson was wonderfully outlined by the teachers of the different divisions. Review by Sister M. N. Johnson. The Pastor was in charge of the Evangelism period. At the 11 o'clock services, after a short devotion, Pastor delivered the message from Rev. 1-13, theme: "A Great Day and a Great Question." The Pastor preached a soul stirring sermon. Invitation was extended; one came forward. At 5:30 C. C. C., was conducted by Bro. Robt. Saunders. At 6 o'clock Union was opened by the President, Bro, J. II. Moon. The Union was largely attended. Willing and Ready section had charge; they also won the banner for finance. At the 8 o'clock services, devotion The Negro Star- For the good of the People was led by the Deacons. The Pastor read for Scripture, Psalm 17:8-15. Afterwhich Rev. Hercules delivered the message from Psalm 17:15; chief theme, "Satisfaction." He preached a powerful sermon which was much needed. President of the Mission Circle is urging all sisters to be present on friday afternoon at 2:30. Total receipts for the day $86.83. Rubie Crane, Reporter. Calvary Baptist Church The children's division of the Sunday School rendered a very effective program on Sunday morning. The attendance was good. Among our many visitors on Sunday morning were Rev. and Mrs. Hercules. Rev. Hercules made encouraging and complimentary remarks concerning the work which he found in progress. On Sunday morning, Rev. Hayes, pastor, preached from Hebrews 2:3. "How shall we escap, if we neglect so great salvation, which at the first began to be spoken by the Lord and was confirmed unto us by them that heard Him." In this text, the sin of omission was stressed. "The Tragedy of Neglect." The pastor stated that there are sometimes things we should remember; some things we ought to forget, some things we would not forget if we could, some things we could not forget if we would. On Sunday evening, Rev. Hayes' sermon to the professional and business classes. The business and professionals were especially invited and attended in large numbers. The text was found in the Book of Job, 7;17. "What is man that thou shouldest magnify him? And that thou shouldest set thy heart upon him." Text, "What Is Man?" "Man and Jesus Christ." The pastor gave some points of man's physiological characteristics, psychological characteristics and his relationship to Divinity. In the main, it was developed that there were 208 bones in the human skeleton, and that there were less than one dollar's value of chemicals in the composition of man's body; man consists of matter, mind and spirit, and with Christ man amounts to considerable more than without Christ. B. Y. P. U., was very interesting. Program Group had charge of the B. Y. P. U. Program. Dr. Hurcules gave an unusually interesting black board demonstration showing that man is the real owner of nothing, not even his own body. Another part of the demonstration was indeed impressive—eight persons were asked to sit on a pew, then two were commanded to lift the pew—The two could not lift the pew with the weight of the eight persons on it—the eight were asked to arise and help raise the pew—this they did very easily indeed. With regard to church debts and responsibilities the reference is evident indeed, where most of the church is sitting, a dead weight on the faithful few to carry. YMCA For a long time, both here in Wichita and out over the state there have come requests for a book that could be used in boys and girls' clubs. These requests have come largely from leaders of white boys and girls' organizations who desired to promote better Interracial understanding. The leaders of colored groups have desired a book that could be used in their groups that would stimulate the Race Pride of colored youth. Such a book, IN SPITE OF HANDICAPS, is just off the press. The Author is Mr. Ralph W. Bullock, who is National Boys Work Secretary of the colored department, National Council Young Men's Christian Association This book contains Biographical sketches of eighteen Negroes, who, in spite of the inevitable limitations they must have faced, achieved distinction in business, the professions and Arts. This book may be secured from Association Press, 347 Madison Ave., New York. The price of the book is $2.00 I am very happy to recommend it to men and women who are working with young people; and seeking to impart to them the Christian attitude toward men and women, of other races. W. L. HUTCHERSON. Secretary, Commission on Interracial Good Will, Wichita Council of Churches, and Chairman for World Outlook Association of Boys' Work Secretaries. According to the general consensus of Christian chronologists, the 19th century of the public ministry of Jesus falls within the years, 1927, 1928 and 1929. The Young Men's Christian Associations throughout the world plan to observe these years in many fitting ways. The call for this observance has been issued by Dr. John R. Mott, in his capacity Chairman of the World's Committee of Y. M. C. A., he, having addressed his letter of communication to the forty National Councils and Alliances represented on the World's Committee. The plan was approved at the World Conference of the Y. M. C. A., at Helsingforn, Finland, in August, 1926, where 1500 delegates from all over the world, assembled. Mr. R. F. McWilliams, Winnippeg, Canada, chairman of the Canadian National Council of the Y. M. C. A., is largely credited as the originator of the idea. In this letter Dr. Mott suggests that the commemoration in its general aspects be carried forward by "furthering an intensive study of the personality, work and message of our Lord Jesus Christ concerning the whole range of the life and relationships of man." Mr. S. Wirt Wiley, Associate General Secretary of the National Council, in commenting upon the observance, states, "We believe the American Associations are in a mood to respond to the suggestion of the World Conference, but the method of that response cannot be dictated by the National Office. The idea must germinate and grow in the field. "The proposal staggers the mind with its possibilities. How many Association Bible classes will make a re-study of the active ministry of Jesus? How many will get a new appreciation of His might and a knowledge of His way of life? How many other methods of observance will open upon as consecrated men think about this anniversary? The officers and members of the Water Street Branch, sense a very unique interest in this observance, in as much as their Secretary was in attendance at the World's Conference, when the resolution passed. This emphasis will run through all their religious work. Mr. Hutcherson has prepared a special message, bearing upon this observance. The different groups will give definite attention to this in their Bible Study and the worship and devotional periods of their meetings. Other groups are invited to consider this observance. To either associate themselves at the Y. M. C. A. or initiate group of their own. G. L. Scott, Chr. Com, on Relig. Work W. L. W. Uttchupfer, Ex. Sec'y. Cherryvale News Notes BETHLEHEM BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Wm. Thomas, Pastor. S. S., opened at 10 by Supt. three teachers present: Lesson taught 30 minutes; review by Pastor Thomas. Closing with Class No.1 receiving the banner for finance and attendance. At 11:20 o'clock devotion was led by Sisters Bessie Metcalf, Mary Bray and Mary Roberson. Pastor Thomas preached from Matt. 25:25; subject; "The Great Commission of the Church." At 2 the funeral of Mrs. Sarah Toliver was held at the A. M. E. Ch., Rev. John Whitmore, master of ceremonies. Rev. J. H. Daniels preached the funeral, from St. John 11:14, 15; subject, "I Am Glad." Music furnished by Community chorus, prayer by Rev. Wm. Thomas, condidence from A. M. E. Church, read by Mrs. Josie Burnett. Obituary read by Miss Birdalee Smith. Mrs. Toliver was 55 years old and had lived in Cherryvale, since 1917; she leaves a husband, son and daughter, by a former marriage, 2 sisters, a brother and step mother, with other relatives and a host of friends to mourn the loss. She was laid to rest in Fairview Cemetery. May you rest peacefully Sister Toliver, where there will be no more pain and suffering. B. Y. P. U., at 5:50 opened by Studv Course Conductor, Sister Beanie Metself. Lesson taught by the teacher of Study Course. Rev. I. Kine. 30 minutes "The Fall of Man" in "What Baptist Believe." President and Secretary, proper, took places; at 6:55 song period and short preliminaries by President. Group No. 3 rendered a Biblical 30 minute program; they are climbing for the prize offered at the end of 3 months. One of the main and peppy events of the program was a song, entitled "Group No. 3" composed by the pianist, Mrs. Ruth Wheaton. This received 100% and President Hinkston is all smiles over the results. Visitors were Messrs Carl Combs - Combs - Combs Wholesale and Retail Attention Mr. Dealer, Agents, Beauty Parlor Operator and Barber Shop owners, we are the largest dealers in the Southwest supplying goods for the above named businesses. 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TRADE MARK RED RED STAR WICHITA, KS RED STAR FLOUR PURITY FIRST QUALITY ALWAYS --- Whitmore, David Parker; visitors in No. 2, wee Mrs. Gertrude Parker; in Junior Union, Misses Viola and Edith Parker. Evening services at 8:10 with a very spiritual devotion led by Mesdames Metcalf, Smith and Hill. Afterwhich Pastor Thomas ascended the stand with God as his leader and brought to us a sermon worth remembering the holy spirit made the evil spirit flee. Pastor Thomas took for text Acts 1:8, subject, "The Holy Spirit makes the True Witness." Mrs. Ruth Wheaton spent Sunday with home folks. Mr. and Mrs. Sandy Metcalf and children Reba, Lewis, Burley and Mrs. Edna Kellou and daughter, Rosa Mary, Meurs Dennis Roberson, James and Sylvester and Miss Marcella Green attended the circus in Independence, Monday. Mrs. Whitmore spent Saturday and Sunday in Parsons. Rev. and Mrs. Wm. Thomas and niece, Mae Lett, Pearl Middleton motored to Coffeyville, Saturday on business. Mrs. Clara Daniels spent the week end with Mr. Daniels. Rev. Wm. Thomas spent two days in Coffeyville this week. Mrs. Beulah McNeil and Mrs. Lilian Brooks and Mr. Daniel F. Hill, passed through the city, enroute to Parsons, Saturday evening to visit Brooks and Hill's mother. Miss Nellie Roberson spent Sunday evening in Cherryvale. Mr. and Mrs. Philip Tolbert and Ellsworth and Mrs. Tolbert's mother. Mrs. Gertrude Parker and daughters Edith, and Viola and son, David, spent Sunday in Cherryvale and attended the funeral. Rev. and Mrs. Wm. Thomas mentored to Parsons, Monday on business. Sunday was another record breaker. Sunday School moved off brisk. ly with 88 pupils present and a regular stag of officers. Many visitors and among them were Rev. Woods, Arkansas City; Mrs. F. C. Bothic of Chicago, other names we did not get. At 11 a. m., Mrs. Bothic addressed the congregation from a blackboard demonstration on the "Plan of Salvation." It was greatly enjoyed by a multitude. She left with a standing invitation to come back to Antioch Baptist Church, again. At 3 p. m., the great mass meeting was conducted by our matchless State Supt. of Mission, Dr. A. W. Ross. The people have learned that Kansas not only grows the best wheat but the best missionaries also. Shiloh and its great Pastor is to be commended for their courtesy in entertaining the Convention. Dr. Bolton is a great pastor and a bold-hearted preacher. B. Y. P. U., was wonderfully enjoyed by a large number. Ever Loyal section rendered a nice program. True and Tried Section in Bible drill. Evening service—Dr. D. B. Jackson of Kansas City, Moderator of Kaw Valley District, preached for Pastor Branch from theme, "Carry With You a Good Influence." Dr. Jackson is acknowledged to be an outstanding character. Many great lessons were learned from this great sermon and many pledged themselves to live better lives. Vivian Dukes, Reporter. CARD OF THANKS We wish to express our sincere thanks to those who so nicely assisted in every possible way through the illness and death of our beloved wife, mother and sister, Mrs. Sarah A. Toliver. Also to the pastors of Cherryvale and their workers and congregations; thanking them for the splendid hospitality shown us. Very respectfully, Mr. John Toliver, husband Mr. Waymon Sheffield, son, Mrs. Mackey, daughter, Mrs. Andrews, sister, Mrs. Clark, sister.