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THE NEGRO STAR. FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE Vol. 20, No. 32, THE EDUCATION BOARD IN A DRIVE FOR $25000 THE EDUCATION BOARD IN A DRIVE FOR $25000 AN APPEAL TO THE BAPTIST BROTHERHOOD Oct 31, 1927.—To meet the needs of the Theological Seminary at Nashville, the special committee of the Educational Board, was called ed during the National Baptist Convention in Detroit, September. last. Dr. L. K. Williams, presided. It was decided that the Board of Education launch a $25000 drive, this drive is now under way. The Corresponding Secretary has written letters to all Board Members and many of the pastors asking their co-operation. During the month of November we are appealing especially to the pastors, that a special effort be made to get the Baptist constituency interested in the Seminary and the drive. The Secretary with some of the Board Members, met with the Board of Dictoers in Nashville, Oct. 11th; the conditions of the Seminary were discussed, the meeting was a signal success, co-operation along all lines was promised by the Board of Directors. The Seminary has been dedicated to the training of the young prophets of the Lord, and ought to be the pride of the Negro Baptists of America. It will be just what we make it. We ought to make it the light and powerhouse for the Baptist ministers. Finance is what we need now; with 2,235,733 Baptists moving forward to the harmonious lays of this progressive age, and under the sterling leader, Dr. L. K. Williams, associated with Secretaries, members of the Board, Pastors of churches $25,000 ought to be not more than a penny collection, say nothing of a special effort. I mention here particularly a letter from Rev. L. A. Offut, the Education Board Member of Kentucky, who is making a special effort to ense the $600 asked for from Kentucky in this drive, he states that he has already sent out more than 200 ers to various pastors in this state. We hope that other Board Members will do likewise. The Education Board in a drive for $25000. Dr. L. K. Williams has promised $1000 for the first $1000 raised by the Bird and the Southern Baptist Con- vention has promised $1.00 for every $2.00 we raise up to $7,500, this makes a total of $3500 already in sight, it is left with the denomination to raise only $16,500. We are driving on the Board Members and the local pastors to help put the drive over in his state. Whatever maybe done for the drive however small, will be appreciated by the Boat. You are for service. YOURS FOR SERVICE R. W. COLEMAN, CO. Sec'y Box 1677 Birmingham, Ala C. T. C. NEWS PLAN NOW to hear Mr. Carl Dion, APRIL 9., 1928—AMERICA'S MOST VENUSILE NEGRO MUSICIAN—APRIL 9, 1928. Study Piano or Voice at the C. T. C., where every penny does its duty. Special thought is given each pupil and selections made to correspond with each individual need. Very numerous are the calls at the Conservatory, complimenting and congratulating the president on the very delightful program broadcasted over KFH, Saturday evening. Many requests came in for other selections and repititions, but time would not permit. To Mr. James Robinson, 1300 Ohio Avenue is the credit due, for this radio engagement. Unexpectedly, he called Dorothy Sims, President, and asked that she allow the glee clubs and orchestra to appear over KFH, and of course "yes" was the answer; Mr. Robinson took complete charge of the arrangements, and handled it beautifully, how he did it, nobody knows, because no noise was made, but quietly and intelligently, he made the necessary announcements. He is a young man worth of much more credit than the world may ever imagine. The entire force at the C. T. C., wish to extend their verry sincere appreciation for his kind thoughtfulness of C. T. C. Mr. Ernest Powell in charge of the orchestra, played his part very creditably and the members are appreciating him more and more as a very competent director. Mr. Powell not only plays the saxophone, but is able to mange all of the other instruments and adjust them when the players themselves are puzzled. He has a distinct musical ear. Many thanks to the public for words of encouragement and we hope you will be equally as pleased with our next radio program. FEDERAL DEPARTMENTS ASSIST IN MISSIPPI FLOOD RELIEF. FEDERAL DEPARTMENTS ASSIST IN MISSIPPI FLOOD RELIEF. WASHINGTON, Nov. 3—The executive departments of the Federal Government, at Washington, have responded to the call for cooperation with the American Red Cross for serviceable winter clothing some and other necessities for the men, women and children who are in want in the Mississippi flood area. A receiving station is being maintained at 1722 H St., N. W., Washington, D. C., for the receipt of donations of money and clothing through the Federal departments, which will in turn be forwarded to the Red Cross Committee in charge of Mississippi flood relief. M. B. Talbert Y.W.C.A. Dont fail to attend the Annual Fall Carnival at the Y. W. C. A., Thursday and Friday, Nov. 10 and 11. The country store will be more attractive than ever. At the delicatesen booth you will find many good things to eat. Lovely Christmas presents can be bought at the art booth and the baby contest will close on Thursday night. A five cent tag will help you remember the date and admit you for both nights. The Delta Nu Club has elected the following officers, President, Miss Irene Woodard; Vice President, Miss Hiawatha Brown; Secretary, Miss Roberta Hill; Asst. Secy., Miss Sadie Graves; Treasurer, Miss Neola Parl; Chairman of program committee Miss Marie Brown. Many new girls have been invited to join and will be entertained by the club at the Branch Friday evening. The Friendship Club is studying facts about the Y. W. C. A., as part of the association they feel the need of knowing facts concerning the organization and its management. The Mother's Club will meet at the Branch. Friday Nov. 4 at 2 p. m. Officers will be elected and a program for the year discussed. All mothers are invited. St. Mary Rant. Church REV. J. E. DOUGLASS, PASTOR We were wonderfully blessed throughout the day beginning with the S. S., at its regular hour 9:30 with Sunt, and staff of officers present. The lesson was wonderfully outlined by teachers of the different divisions. Lesson reviewed by Sister Jewel Benson. The Pastor was in charge of the Evangelism period. At the 11 o'clock services, devotion was led by the Home Mission Sisters, Laura Anderson and T. Hutchinson. They rendered a very unique program: "Suffering With Christ." by Sister Rosa Baker; Solo by Sister Jewel Benson; "The Voice Calling for Missionary." by Sister L. McGill. Afterwhich the Pastor delivered the message from Isa. 52:8; Theme, "Loyal to the Truth of God's Word." The Pastor preached a powerful sermon which was much needed. At 5:30 C C. C., was opened by Bro. J. H. Baker. The subject was, the Fall of Men," which was instructed by Bro. Robert Saunders. He snared no pains in making the lesson plain. We are very much pleased that God has sent us this young man and we are praying for his success. The Junior Union had charge of the program; they also won the banner for finance. At 8 o'clock, short devotion by deacons; afterwhich Rev. I. W. Johnson of Abilene, brought the message from Matt. 5:48, words of text, "Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect." Rev. Johnson preached a soul stirring sermon, seemingly every one enlisted listening. ery one enjoyed Monday. Mrs. Bothie spoke at St Mary's Baptist Church. She is a woman of God and I wish that every one could have heard her. She gave a splendid talk and the truth hit so many of us. many of us. Mrs. J. E. Douglass wishes to thank one and all for participating in the birthday surprise party, Oct. 27, 1927. 27. 1927. Home Mission Friday afternoon come out RENEW YOUR SUBSCRIPTION : WICHITA, KANSAS, FRIDAY, Nov. 4, 1927. prints Time's eternal sands to grace, Had they gotten Mother's slipper At the proper time and place. 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. 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, Cherryvale News Notes BETHLEHEM BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Wm. Thomas, Pastor. S. S., opened with Supt. Mack Burgess in chair; 3 teachers present. Jason taught 30 minutes: rev. Pastor Thomas, 10 minutes, closing with No. 1 receiving the banner for both attendance and finance. We are in another race; the air-ship race Class No. 1 "The Spirit of Cherry-vale," No. 2 "The Mainline Special;" No. 3 "The Linburgh;" No. 4, is to be selected. The S. S., is expecting to make a great race to be ended 3rd week in December. Attendance 25. Deacon Burgess, Sister Metcalf, led devotion. Rev. D. H. Hill read Scripture and song; afterwhich Pastor Thomas brought a burning message from Matt, 22:3; subject, "The Cardinal Invitation." B. Y. P. U. at 6:20. Studv Course department opened by president and Secretary, proper; lesson taught 30 minutes by Rev. J. S. King. Junior Union rendered a very spiritual program—100 per cent. Evening devotion led by deacons. Afterwhich, Pastor Thomas spoke from Prov. 4:28; subject, Sanctification" text "The Path of the just is the shining light that shineth more and more unto that perfect day." Pastor Thomas was at his best and talked to a full house. Pastor Thomas preached in Coffeyville, several nites last week for Rev. Oliver. Those attending the Hallowe'en Party in Independence. Friday nite Oct. 28, were Mr. and Mrs. Sandy Metcalf and family, Mr. and Mrs. C. Teal and family, Misses Goldena Smith, Ernestine Burgess, Messrs Dennis Roberson. Hugh Robinson, Todd Rathferon. Silas Burgess. Misses Edith and Viola Parker and nephew, Ellsworth Tolbert of Independence were Sunday visitors of their brother, sister and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Parker and Beatrice Parker. Mrs. Bessie Lett of Coffeyville, visited her sister and daughter, on Thursday evening. Mr. and Mrs. P. W. Wheaton and nieces motored to Mound Valley, last Thursday on business. Mrs. Wm. Thomas was delightfully surprised, Thursday nite. Oct. 27, when about 45 of her friends helped her to celebrate her birthday. Ice cream and cake served. Mrs. Thomas received many useful and beautiful presents; also money; all left at 11:00 wishing Mrs. Thomas many more happy birthdays, for you are young until you reach 60 years old, and we know Mrs. Thomas is still young. Mr. and Mrs. James Clay and family motored to Pittsburg, Sunday and visited their daughter, Mrs. Roberta Esters. Mr. Esters is a progressive undertaker of Pittsburg. Mr. and Mrs. A. F. Green and family motored to Ottawa, Friday, and visited Mrs. Green's sister. Misses Naumle and Nellie Roberson of Independence, spent Sunday in the city visiting their mother, Mrs. Mary Roberson. Mr. Ellis Jackson of Parsons, was a Sunday visitor here. Mr. and Mrs. William Walker of Independence, attended church services Sunday nite. Mrs. Addie Oliver is indisposed. Mr. A. F. Green is the owner of a new Studdaker touring. Miss Beatrice Wheaton spent several hours visiting her mother, last Thursday nite enroute to Kansas City, Mo., where she is nurse in the Old City Hospital. Mrs. Louis Dixon is suffering with a severe cold; she left Wednesday, for points in the North where she will visit her sister and brother for the winter. Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Wheaton and daughter of Independence, motored to our city and visited with his brother Mr. Dana Wheaton and family a few hours, Sunday. JUST KIDS—Shortcake! By Ad Cartoon YES, JOHN I WILL—YOU BUT SURE TO GET MORE EARLY CAUSE WE ASKED THE SITTING TO SUPPER—NO DON'T BRING ANYTHING SPECIAL—IVE MADE STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE FOR BESSERT— DID JA FEAR WHAT WERE GONNA HAVE TOMIGHT MUST I DID JA? I WAST I WUZ GONNA BE NITED TO HAVE SUPPER TO YOUR MOUSE TOMIGHT! UPCOURSE I WON'T BE HOME— I'M NOT LEVEL! A LOOSE LIVET! ORGANISTS SOUND WARNING By Carl Diton, President National Association Negro Musicians, Inc. A great wave of pipe organ building in the Negro churches has been sweeping the country for some time. Negroes have at last awakened to the fact that a powerful pipe organ adds greatly to the fervor of religious singing. And not only are many instruments being installed but the churches are vicing with one another in the matter of their size and magnitude. All of this is perfectly logical and free from criticism but for one thing: Churches are for the most part leaving the matter of letting the pipe organ contract to persons who know nothing whatsoever of pipe organs! And since thousands of dollars of the earnings of our poor folk are being mis-spent, for a number of organs of unusual size have recently disclosed mammouth fraud, this practice is assuming more or less the proportion of a crime. It was my pleasure to bring proposals pertaining to this matter to the attention of the recent St. Louis Ninth Annual Convention of the National Association of Negro Musicians, Inc., for action, the sentiment of which is guided in pipe organ matters by its pipe organ group. To my great surprise they received an unanimous endorsement. The National Association of Organists (Caucasian) was meeting in St. Louis, at the same time. The part of my annual address of the Negro Musiciana' Association referring to the pipe organ evil, was sent to this body. A response strongly endorsing the action of our Association was forwarded from the Caucasian organists. Moreover, my suggestion that a few simple rules be broadcasted was accepted and here they are: 1. When planning to purchase a pipe organ place the matter thru the organist of the church of having the best authority (black di, white) on pipe organs in that particular town or community draw up specifications for the pipe organ and appear before the church music committee as many times as is deemed necessary, one of which committee should, of course, be the organist of the particular church concerned, and after conclusions are reached as to the price, location, etc., have this same expert, come before the church body, and make a complete report, tracing the various preliminary suggestions down to the final suggestions. 2. Follow up the expert's suggestions (and your organist) and see to it that every detail that he promis is carried out. 3. Before the organ is accepted, have him O. K., the organ in writing and let his name appear in print as having supervised the installation. TENNESSEE TRIES FIVE WHITES AS NEGRO BEATERS PULASKI, TENN. Nov. 3—The whipping of Henry Brown, Negro by a masked band on the night of January 11, brought five white farmers to trial here, Wednesday. They are Johnny Jones, Harris Williamson, John Amis, Claude Rodgers and Tom Campbell. Original plans were to try Jones, Campbell and five others in connection with the flogging of W. A. Harbison, North Alabama farmer, but they were changed. Brown is said to have identified the five men who were placed on trial Wednesday and it is understood that the State plans to produce three white witnesses who will testify that they saw these men flog Brown. NORTH CAROLINA METHODIST HOLD CONFERENCE GREENSBORO, N.C. Nov.3—Negro ministers and laymen from every part of the state were present at the 69th annual conference of the North Carolina District of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Bishop R. Jones of New Orleans, presided. COUNTEE CULLEN IN LITERARY DIGEST (Preston News Service) NEW YORK, Nov. 3—The Literary Digest for October 22, on its page of current poetry which it carries each week of the most representative poems, has used Countee Cullen's "Scandal and Gossip" from "His Copper Sun." The delightful six stanzas which differentiate between Lady Scandal who calls on the rich and giddy gossip who knocks on the doors of the poor, is characterized as a "diverting poem." Mr. Cullen is being widely advertised as the most vivid of all the modern poets. because another church has one of the same make for if the first one is a poor instrument, the rest in the community will be likewise. But purchase the best organ that your pipe organ advisor advises can be bought for the money you appropriate. 5. Remember that the arrangements for the installation of a pipe organ are the secret of no one individual! 6. Remember likewise that you are not purchasing an instrument for your church alone, for the day is not far distant when pipe organists will tour from city to city just as singer, pianists and violinists now do. (Clip this article and file it for future reference.) Five Cents Per Copy PRESIDENT MUSICIANS ON TRANSCONTI NENTAL TOUR PRESIDENT MUSICIANS ON TRANSCONTI NENTAL TOUR Carl Diton, of Philadelphia, probably the foremost of the more prominent musicians of the Negro race in respect to versatility and work in musical uplift, will devote 1927-1928 concert season to what will be his second Transcontinental tour and incidentally his farewell appearances prior to going to Europe the fall of 1928, for further development and study. Mr. Diton, who is the unanimously re-elected president of the National Association of Negro Musicians, Inc., believes that the world should hear more professional music and has a plan by which, especially, the smaller communities thruout the country that are often deprived of enjoying good music may present him. NOTICE! The first Quarterly Board Meeting of the Neosho Valley District Baptist Association will convene at Olathe, Kansas, Nov. 15, 16, 1927, with the Second Baptist Church, Rev. D. C. Sargeon, Pastor. All Pastors and Workers are requested to be present that we may correlate our budget with the state budget, and bring up all the finance available. REV. JAS. H. SCOTT, Moderator. REV. C. O. MARSHALL, Gen. Sec. BROOKS-GLENN Mrs. B. E. Givens of 1828 Payne Avenue announce the marriage of her, daughter, Vera to Mr. Abe C. Brooks, son of Mrs. Dora Tipps of 828 N. Santa Fe, which was solemnized in the home of the bride's mother, on Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock, October 26th, Rev. B, L. Marchant Pastor of New Hope Baptist Church, officiated.. Mr. and Mrs. Brooks are at home to their friends at 941 Ohio Avenue. COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING SERVICE UNDER AUSPICES OF THE MINISTERIAL LEAGUE, WICHITA, KANSAS, NOVEMBER 24, 1927 At St. Matthews C. M. E. Church, 10:30 A. M. Master of Ceremony, President of the League, Rev. B. L. Marchant. Director of Music, Mrs. Dorothy Sims Bronson. Miss Bernice Hicks, Pianist. Opening Hymn, Negro National Anthem. Invocation, Rev. J. F. Green. Solo, Mr. Frank Hardy. Scripture Lesson, Rev. J. E. Douglass. Proclamation, Rev. W. C. Conwell Trio, Williams Sisters, St. Marks Church. Sermon, Rev. Wm. McIlveen. Alternate, Rev. J. E. Douglas Invitation, Rev. C. H. Glass. Offering, Rev. C. E. Brooks. Installation, Rev. J. W Hayes. Benediction, Rev. H. Vick. The services will be held at the St. Matthews C. M. E. Church; and the Offering will be used for charity by the League. 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 allowance 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 Mispah, 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 Kans, on our National Benefit Board. Yours in defense of Kansas, Rev. T. T. Addison, B. Th. Improved Uniform International Sunday School Lesson (BY REV. P. R FITZWATER DD, Dean Moody Bible Institute of Chicago ) (@ 1931, Western Newspaper Union) Lesson for November 6 AMOS PLEADS FOR JUSTICE PESSON TEXT - Amos 6 1-37. LESSON TEXT - KING OF GOLDEN TEXT - Let judgment run down as waters and righteousness as a mighty stream. PRIMARY TOPIC—Treating Everybody Right. JUNIOR TOPIC—The Kind of Man God Hearts GOD HEARTS INTERMEDIATE AND SENIOR TOPIC—A Squaring for God Against the Crowd YOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULT TOPIC—The Conditions of Divine Approval 1. Israel's Desolation Predicted (vv. 1-3). Amos lamented over the doom which was to overtake the nation. Israel is called a virgin because she had never been subdued by any foreign nation (see Isa. 23:12). Her falling to rise no more sets forth the utter desolation and helplessness to which the Amaryllis subjected the nation. From this captivity Israel never returned. Those who came back from the Babylonian captivity were largely from Egypt. H. Call to Return to God. God through the prophet says, "seek ye me and ye shall live." The implication is that while the divine judgments are not executed, an opportunity is offered for them to turn to God. In their turning to God they were to renounce: 1. Idolatry (yy, 5, 6). They were to turn away from the places of idolatry—Bethel, Gilgil and Beershoba. God's judgment was to strike these places. If they would not come to Him for life He would be their destroyer. "Our God is a consuming fire." The only one who can give life to those who seek Him is the one who shall destroy 2. Cease to pervert Judgment 2 Cease to pervert Judgment (v. 7). "Turn Judgment to wormwood" implies the bitterness of the perversion of justice to the injured. 3 Cause to dethrone righteousness. "Leaving off righteousness" is thought to mean that unrighteousness was allowed to take its place. In this third exhortation the Lord's name is given with the following statement of some of His works: 1. "Maketh the seven stars and Orlon;" 2. "Turneth the shadow of death into morning;" 3. "Maketh the day dark with night;" 4. "Cuteth for the waters of the sea and poureth them out upon the earth," both in rain and deluge; 5. "Strengthened the spoil against the strong" III. The Sins Committed by the Wicked Nation (vv. 10 13). 1. They hated the judge who condemned their wicked practices (v. 10). 2. They abhorred him that spoke uprightly (v. 10). This most likely referred to the prophets themselves who told them of their sins and urged uprightness of life. 3. They trampled upon the poor (v. 11). The rich built magnificent houses out of the proceeds extorted from the poor. 4. They afflicted the just (v. 12). This they did by taking a bribe. 5. They turned aside the poor in the gate (v. 12). Because they had no money the poor were turned aside. It was most difficult for the poor to get justice. The times were so evil that the prudent would best keep silence. IV. The Conduct of the Righteous (vv. 14, 15). No condition in the world, religious social or political can become so dirt cult that the righteous are shut off from help. The righteous can: 1. Seek God (v. 14). Those who seek good shall have with them the Lord God of Hosts. 2. Hate the evil (v. 15). Hill must be hated. The sin question must be settled before God can bestow His blessings. 3. Establish Judgment in the gate It was the custom in that day for the courts of justice to sit in the gate of the city. The prophet urges upon them the responsibility to place honorable men in charge of public affairs. V. The Judgment to Fall (vv. 16-20) There is coming a day of retribution. Justice and right shall be vindicated. This will be realized in the day of the Lord (II Thess. 1:7-10) James 5:7). All wrong shall be righted at that time. May we earnestly pray, "thy kingdom come." VI. Worship Without Holliness of Life an Abomination to God (vv. 21-27). Sacrifices, observance of feast days and singing, when the heart is out of fellowship with God, is most displeas ing to Him. Two Different Things The love of God and the world are two different things. If the love of this world dwell in thee, the love of God forsakes thee; renounce that, and receive this; it is fit that the nobler love should have the best place and acceptance. House Not Made With Hands The tent-life is the true life until the building of God. the "house not made with hands," is reached.—Phillips Brooks. --- B. V. P U. LESSON LY REV. J. W. HAYES SUBJECT: "THE VALUE OF DAILY DEVOTIONS." TEXT: The plan of God is so perfect that ample provision is made for the proper development of every element of our nature. However, we often spend all our strength in the exercise of our physical, social and mental self and our devotional life goes untouched, and hence, undeveloped. It is difficult to estimate the value of a devotional life as it is to estimate the value of a soul. Devotion is essentially the characteristic of a soul saved. It revives, lives and centers in the object of its salvation. Our devotion should be constant and at periods intensified by special excretion, meditation and consecration. Such a period, interests, enlightens and impales the soul. Each day some dehnite time should be used in communion with God. Talk as friend with friend. Cornelius is the subject of the lesson in which God's universal interest is taught, "In every every nation, he that search Him," etc. The Centurian was a religious man. A man of prayer and vision He lived up to the light and opportunity he had and God gave him more light. Peter was the agent through which God worked but the agent had to be prepared for salesmanship. While Cornelius was being prepared to receive the message, Peter was being prepared to deliver it. The angel of the Lord delights to visit the man who prays. It has pleased God to declare His redemptive message through mortal man. Find time to be alone with God WATCH TOWER NEWS NOTES WATCH TOWER NEWS NOTES "When James Gilmour, the martyr missionary to Mongolia, crossed the frontier into Mongolia, and his eyes caught sight of the first hut, he kneeled down and gave thanks to God for a redeemed Mongolia."—Let us have faith in God. No interested pastor, no up-to-date superintendent, or energetic president of a B. Y. P. U., or Missionary Society can give a single reason why they should not observe Founder's Day. While the Publishing Board needs all of the money it can possibly get hold of, our Baptist forces need the information which will be found in this splendid programme. "A strong pull, a hard pull and a pull altogether" on Founders' Day will greatly aid our Publishing Board in meeting a very pressing debt. The Mississippi, Oklahoma and Tennessee Baptist Conventions at their recent sessions voted to observe Founders' Day this year. This date, November 24th, happens to fall on Thanksgiving Day. It is hoped that Negro Baptists throughout our broad land will unite in the celebration of this day, so momentous in its importance to our denominational life. An interesting and edifying programme has been prepared which any Sunday School, B. Y. P. U., or Missionary Society may have free of charge by writing to Dr. A. M. Townsend, Morris Memorial Building, Nashville, Tennessee Recent events recall to our minds the very stormy session of the National Baptist Convention held in Chicago, in 1915, when the trouble-rome question—"Who owns our Publishing House?" came up for settlement. Those of our brethren who rejected the idea of denominal control sought to oust Dr. Morris from the Presidency by injunction proceedings. Judge Smith, before whom the case was tried, dismissed the injunction and called the disturbing brethren "Rumpers" advising them to return to the Convention and behave themselves. Incensed at their failure to destroy President Morris, those who clamored for "Board Control" made a final coup d'etat to take away our Publishing House, when they met at Salem Baptist Church and formed an organization which they called The National Baptist Convention, Unincorporated." Afterwards, the court decide that the late Dr. Boyd and others were the rightful trustees of our Publishing House, but that the Morris Convention possibly might have equity. We straightway reimnounced all interest in the matter. We proceeded to rally the Baptists who believed in denominational control as against a Board Control of any institution which a whole denomination paid for and supported. Keeping these facts before us the atempts of the "Splitters" to annoy us are almost ludicrous; while we have gone serenely on our way and erected the most outstanding Publishing House and business enterprise among Negroes anywhere on this earth. They began as "The National Baptist Convention. Unincorporated, and because The National Baptist Convention has been busy at its work it has not sought to interfere or answer any of their ridiculous statements. Now, they are attempting to style themselves "The National Baptist Convention, U. S. A.," a title which they spurned in the beginning because it was chartered. Recently, they stated that our Publishing House had been sold to a white organization and also announced that nothing had been paid on our property since 1920. As aforesaid we are very busy. They should let us alone; but remember they will not be allowed to get away with these glaring untruths and their attempts to confiscate our name as easily as they did our first Publishing House. The leaders in these guerilla methods of warfare are our brethren; they should be satisfied The Negro Star—For the good of the People WICHITA'S BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL INDEX DR. HUGII N. SIMS For the latest methods in Removing Teeth. Without Pain. 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Hayes was assisting in a way to help a small number of our people to secure a church near Pratt, having been asked by the District Missionary to make this 5th Sunday sacrifice. On Sunday evening D. Y. P. U., as usual. The Mission Circle had their usual Missionary program. Afterwhich, Rev. J. F. Green, assistant pastor conducted the service and preached a timely sermon. Kansas City, Kan. News METROPOLITAN BAPT. TEMPLE Services were highly spiritual both ```markdown ``` H. T GERDFR, M. D. Office 1013½ E. 13th Phone M. 3868 DISEASES OF WOMEN A SPECALTY Evening Hours 7:00 to 9:00 p. m Res. 127 N. Waco Phone D. 4597 WICHITA, KANSAS Office Phone Mkt. 6176 Res. Mkt. 7522-W Practice In All Courts. AMBROSE P. WOODARD Attorney and Cousellor at Law 601½ N. Main St. Wichita, Kans. Office Phone M. 1537 Res. Phone M. 1763-J Dr. H. H. WILSON, Physician and Surgeon 519½ N. Main St. Wichita Kan. BENJAMIN H. BROWN Attorney and Counsellor at Law 519 1·2 N. Main Street Phone Market 1537 WICHITA — KANSAS. 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STRAIT-TEX CHEMICAL CO., 569 Sixth / senus, Pittsburgh, Pa. ficial visits, Sunday to several churches in Topeka. Official State & Districts Kansas Baptist Directory. CONVENTION PROPER President ... W. A. Bowen, D. D. 1600 Washington Blvd, Kansas City. Vice President ... J. L. Elas 211 E. 10th St., Pittsburgh. Rec. Sec. ... B. L. Manchant, 1009 Wabash Ave, Wichita. Treasurer. ... W. H. Young, D. D. 310 Quincy St., Topeka. 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. Si WOSIAN'S H. & F. M. CONVEN. Pres.....Mrs. Emma Gaines, Topeka 1182 Bushanan St. Topeka. 1st Vice.....Mrs. Mary Dial, Pittsburg Lnd Vice.....Mrs. M. D. Jones Junction City. 3rd Vice.....Mrs. J. W. Gordon, Iola 4th Vike Mrs. L. A. Turner, Kans. C. 5th Vice.....Mrs. R. B. Perkerson Hutchinson. 6th Vice.....Mrs. Jennie B. Shane Wathema. Rec. Sec.....Mrs. Wm. Smothers Atchison. Corresponding Sec.....Mrs. I. F. Bates 1713 Wabash Ave. Wichita. Treasurer.....Mrs. Milie Anderson. 516 E. 5th St Coffeyville. Statistician.....Mrs. Carrie Davison Emporia, Kansas. 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 Mattie O. Bradshaw 1547 Quincy St. Topeka. Treasurer..... Mrs. Pauline Wilson 822 Olive St. Ottawa. Neosho Valley District Baptist Association. and its Auxiliary Con- Strong City News Sunday School was called to order at 10 o'clock by the Supt. The lesson was taught by the teachers; afterwhich, Rev. D. H. Marshall, our-xpastor, and Bro. Garth gave some very good remarks. Bro. Garth is an official of the County S. S. Association; he took notes on our S. S. Just before school was dismissed, Rev. Marshall was asked to stand and Clyde McCrory gave him a package, containing a tie and some handkerchiefs as a remembrance of the Sunday School. At 11 a. m., devotionals led by Deacon Levell; afterwhich Rev. Marshall preached from 1 Kings 21:20, rubiect: "Elijah Meets Ahab in Naboth's Vineyard." At 8 p.m. he preached from Dan. 6:22; subject: "God Approves of Daniel's Innocency Before Himself and Man." We were made to rejoice both morning and night as we listened to the soul stirring messages. We loth very much to have Rev. leave us but a minister cannot live on earth and board in heaven. Every one must have been hungry for the gospel and almost everybody in town was out Sunday night to hear the word. Thus a small charge was helped by this sacrificial Sunday for the 5th Sunday, at which Rev. Marshall gladly came to us. Mrs. Blanche Carmans Mason and daughter have returned to Arkansas City. Mr. and Mrs. H. Moore and sons, adn Mrs. Blanche Mason and daughter visited in Newton, recently. Mrs. Bell Pennington is entertaining the "fliu" this week. Cofteyville, News Items Sunday service was good at Calvary, Sunday School very good at 11 o'clock. Pastor Williams took the stand, choosing for his argument, "Sin of Omission," bringing some outstanding thoughts along the line of "no-harm" deeds that are weights to Christians. At 3:30 the Mission Circle held the rally sermon, preached by Rev. Dodd, using for his subject, the 9th chapter of Genesis 25th verse, "And he said cursed be to Cannan, a servant of servants shall be unto his brethren," and all present must confess he was at his best. Rev. Washington of New York City, preached at nite, text, Isaiah 9-5. "Wonderful Christ." Very good sermon. Collection all day $140.07. The funeral of Mrs. Jane Riley was held at M. E. Church, Thursday afternoon at 3:30, prescheduled by Rev. Utsey, Pastor; text, "Suffering and Glorification." Rev. and Mrs. Hopson have return-home from Humboldt. Mr. W. N. Williams, Dist. Deputv. of Parrons, helda joint meeting with Sir Knights and Daughters of Tabor at Oddfellow's Hall, Wednesday nite. Internos Art Club gave a Halloween Party at the home of Mrs. Berr ASSOCIATION PROPER Moderator.....Rev. J. H. Scott, Osawatomie, Kans. Vice Mod.....Rev. W. F. Beatty st. 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 Gen. Secretary...Mrs. M. G. Glover, Chanute, Kansas Treasurer.....Mrs. F. Cohran Folt Scott, Kans. SUNDAY SCHOOL, CONVENTION President .....Rev. M. J. Smith, Fort Scott, Kans. Fort Scott, Kansas. Vice Pres... Mrs. Bettie Cooper, Paola, Kansas Secretary ... Mrs. Lida Crump, Olathe, 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 Treasurer ... Mrs. Martha Baker Olathe, Kansas MINISTERS AND DEACONS UNION. President ... Rev. J. A. Rucker, Paola, Kansas Vice Pres... Rev. D. C. Sargeon, Olathe, Kansas. Secretary. Mr. Ike Owens Fort Scott, Kansas Treasurer. Rev. James Wilson Ottawa, Kansas Executive Board Meetings: 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 1923; Annual Session, at Paola, Kansas, August 15-18, 1928. KAW VALLEY BAPTIST DISSTRICT ASSOCIATION Moderator Rev. D. B. Jackson, D. D. 710 Freeman Ave Kansas City, Kan. tha Hudson, Thursday nite; the house was beautifully decorated with Hallowe'en colors and emblens. About 20 guests were present, being in masquerade costumes. After a pleasant evening spent, a dainty lunch was served. Topeka News Notes ANTIOCH BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. A. L. Branch, Pastor. Last Sunday evening, at 7:30, the Busy Bee Club met with the President, Mrs. H. Clak, 1110 Locus St. There we enjoyed a lovely meeting. Refreshments of the season, served. S. S. opened at usual hour, with with extra large attendance. Lesson reviewed by Supt. Bro. P. H. Hunter. At the 11 o'clock services, Pastor Branch delivered a wonderful sermon. At 3 oclock, Mt. Sinai and its pastor were with us. Pastor Williams preached one of his deepest sermons to a very hopeful congregation. At 6:30 B. Y. P. U. was called to order by President, P. H. Hunter; This was a very enjoyable session. A number of regular attendants, and visitors were present and an entertaining program was rendered by the little folks which was interesting. Willing and Ready Section made highest marks in answering Bible questions, also went over the top in finance. Eventine Services at 8 o'clock, Pastor Branch brought forth a very interesting sermon with the presence of a spiritual hungry and thirsty congregation; as the true message was delivered, many souls shouted and rejoiced to the glory of God. Rev. Cocks of Udoria, was with us. We are always glad to have him with us in our services. Mrs. Georgia Abbott, President of Mission Circle No 2, is still sick; also her husband, but they are better. CHEROKEE NEWS ITEMS. MT. ERA BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. L. T. Thompson. Pastor. Sunday's services were highly enjoyed throughout the day; this being the end of our 2 months' rally, our goal was to raise $1000.00 Sunday School opened at 9:30 with Supt. Bro. C. A. Finney, presiding. Lesson reviewed by Class No. 1. Bro. J. H. Brown. At 11:20 devotion was led by Deacon J. H. Brown. Rev. Cooner, Pastor of New Hope Church, Pittsburg, preached. At 3:00, our District Moderator, J. T. Ellas, assisted by Weir City, choir preached to a large crowd. Mr. Cole of Pittsburgh, favored us with two solos; also liv. O. A. Calhoun of Ft. Scott. Afterwhich, all churches having banks, turned them over. The church receiving the most over $5.00 received $2.50 in Gold. They renorted as follows: Mt. Hebron Pittsburgh, The Negro Star-For the good of the People VAN LEU REAL ESTATE & LOAN CO., From $5.00 to $25.00, Money Loaned to Salary People. List Your Real Estate and Rentals with Me. 6281/2 N. Main - Phone Mkt. 3462 Marcelling, Scalp Treatments, and Manicuring SOFT WATER SHAMPOO TRY THE NEW BARBER PRICES LADY BARBER SPECIALTY D. L. GREER, Prop. Secretary.....Rev. G. N. Jackson, 901 Missouri Ave. Lawrence, Kans. Cor. Sec.....Rev. H. B. Bronson, 1219 N. 9th St. Kansas City, Kans. Treasurer.....Rev. M. J. Burton, 418 West Laurent, Topcka, Kans. Officers of the Smoky Hill River Missionary Baptist District Association and its Auxiliary Conventions: ASSOCIATION PROPER: Moderator.....Rev. G. T. Kaimey 920 N. Clay, Junction City. Vice Moderator.....Rev. M. T. Waters 907 N, Elm, Abilene, Kans. Statistician-Auditor.....W. F. Warder Ellsworth, Kansas WOMAN'S HOME AND FOREIGN MISSIONARY CONVENTION President .....Sister M. D. Jones 330 N. 2nd. Salma. SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION. President ..... Sister O. E. Jackson 420 S. Cottage Ave. Salma. Vice Pres..... Sister Maude Curtis Abilene, Kansas. Rec. Sec..... Sister Emma Tyler 907 N. Elm, Abilene. BAPTIST YOUNG PEOPLE'S UNION CONVENTION. President ..... Bro. O. W. Gary Abilene, Kansas. Ellsworth, Kans. AUXILIARY MISSIONS CONTION President..Sister Lois Vera Grimes 615 W. 19th St. Junction City. Vice Pres.....Sister Anna Chaves Abillene, Kansas. Rec. Sec. Sister Burnadetta Brummell Saline, Kansas President.....Rev. A. G. Mason Strong City, Kansas Vice Prev.....Rev. J. W. Johnson N. Mulberry, Abilene, Kansas 1000 Agents A VAN LEU REAL ESTATE From $5.00 to $25.00 to Salary B List Your Real Estate and 628½ N. Main — P Phone M. 740 1345 Wabash "POR Beauty Shop & Marcelling, Scalp Treatment SOFT WATER SHAMPOO TR LADY BARBER SPECIALTY $5.05; St. John, Weir $4.70; New Y Hope, Pittsburg 20c; C. M. E. Caer- Gokee 0; Total $10.05. At 7, Rev, O. A. Calhoun, Pastor of the C. M. E. Church of Cherokee, and Fort Scott, delivered us another wonderful sermon to a very large audience. Doors of the church were open. Afterwhich the two clubs came forward to make their final collection; Club No. 1 Mrs. J. H. Brown, Captain raised $50.11; Silver Leaf, Mrs. R. C. Roberson, Captain, raised $60.36; Public collection $11.75 Total collection for the day $122.12. In the campaign for 1928, Presi- In the campaign for 1928, President's election-Al Smith of New 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 Rev. J. W. Johnson, N. Mulberry St. Abilene, 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. 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 & Yumia Manhattan, Kansas Sistef Alberta Payne, 519 W. 13th St. Kingston, City, Vancouver 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. 1st. 2nd. 3rd. Officers of the Southeast 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. 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Let your articles be brief and to the point. CITY ITEMS CHICHKENS FOR SALE—at 1241 Wabash Avenue—Friers 25c per lb. Call D. 1085-J NOTICE!! DISTRICT BOARD MEETING. The First Board of Southwestern District Association is called to meet with Second Baptist Church, Eldorado, Kansas, Rev. J. H. Martin, Pastor, Nov. 17, 18, 1927—With all Auxiliaries of the Association. All parents of the C. T. C. Council are to meet at the Conservatory, on Monday at 8 p. m. Mrs. Robt. Hill has been ill for several days at home, 638 N. Water. Mr. T. G. Williams of Tulsa, Okla. was a visitor in the city this week. Mrs. Ida Reed, 907 E. Central Ave. entertained with an elaborate breakfast Tuesday morning, honoring Mrs. Dome Brown, Paintsons, Kansas; other guests were Mrs. N. Harris, Topeka, Mrs. Eliza Crawford and Mrs. Lower Brown. Mrs. Ida Ballance called yesterday and paid her subscription for another year. Thanks. Rev. C. E. Brooks, Pastor of St. Paul A. M. E. Church left Monday, for Iulsa, Okla., to attend the session of the annual Oklahoma A. M. L. Conference. Miss Dorothy Odell left Wednesday evening 10or Popeka, to spend the weekend with her parents. Mr. W. C. Neely was reported indisposed last Sunday. Mrs. Sims is again thanking Blo. Vick and Mr. and Mrs. B. H. Neely for remembering her with some real Mrs. F. C. Bothic, of Chicago, has been in the city the past week, giving some very efficient lectures and is gaining more bearing each time. nice potatoes of their crop. Bro. Vick in 1100 block North Washington has sweet potatoes for sale; you who have to buy them, see Bro. Vick before buying elsewhere. Mr. Dock Anderson was covered in a ditch where he was working last week seemed seriously injured and is in St. Francis Hospital. Mesdames Henrietta Clay and L. Rannavalona, were glad to have their mother of Vinita, Okla., spend a few days of this week with them. Mr. and Mrs. George Williams, Mr. and Mrs. Offut., Miss Dorothy and Mr. Calvin M. B. Sims, Rev. B. L. Marchant, Mrs. Mayo and the Misses Parks were in Caldwell, Sunday helping Rev. Williams in his rally; Rev. Marchant preached at the afternoon session. They report a lovely time there. Rev. C. H. Glass made a business trip to St. Louis, last week and is in Toucka, this week. Rev. J. W. Hayes filled another pulpit on sacrificial Sunday, near Pratt. Rev. W. C. Conwell has been returned to St. Mark M. E. Church for another year; which gives us about the same force of ministers here for another year's work. Bishop Clair's son came this far with Rev. Conwell and spent the night with Dr. and Mrs. Bruley. Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Harrell called this week and paid up in full for their subscription and for a new beginning. This was Mrs. Harrell's first visit to the office and for a good cause. Thanks. Call again. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Mayes are back in the city, after spending several days in Kansas City, Mo. Mrs. Velma Smith, of Muskogee, Okla., is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Walters. Several of Miss Irene Woodard's friends tuned in to hear her sing over the radio, sorry they did not get to hear her. Mrs. Julia Walters was greatly suprised to know she had a neice in Wichita, Mrs. Mary Mathews. What is going to happen? Miss R. S. has lost her beau, after such a long struggle to keep him. Can you imagine Miss M. L. V. at the Hallowe'en Dance. Mrs. J. B. has a new set of teeth, --- STATE CONVENTION AND AURS. TELEPHONE MARKET 3130 Y AT WICHITA, KANSAS Editor and Publisher Assistant Editor and D. 3733 Advertising Agent St. Phone M. 1665 Local Editress 12th 1919, at the Post office at Wichita, 1879. TION RATES: $1.50 .90 .60 .20 sign 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. NORTH END MEAT MARKET Plate meat 121je lb Chuck Steak .....15e lb Chuck Roast .....15e lb Sirloin and Round Steak 20e lb Porter House Steak .....25e lb Home made Sausage 20e lb 2 for 35e Lard .....15e lb Sliced Bacon, lb .....30e Neck Bones, 3 lb .....25e 1913 N. LAWRENCE AVE. Phone Market 1479 WICHITA, KANSAS. I know you will get married now mrs. J. B. G. L. A. CLUB NOTES On Tuesday afternoon the members of the club held an interesting meeting and pleasant social afternoon was spent in the home of Mrs. F. O. Miller. Current events were given a question box and around table talk. A delicious luncheon was served by the hostess. Next week, will meet with Mrs. T. R. Gravelly. ST. PAUL A. M. E. CH. Our Junior Church is starting out in fine shape, with an increase in attendance and interest. After the session of our Bible School which closed at 10:30 a.m., the meeting of the Junior Church was held, with a good attendance and a splendid service, conducted by the young people. "Conscience" was the subject presented by Russell Brown from 1 Pet. 3:16. Scripturre lessan was read by Francis Roberts; Prayer was offered by Rev. Conwell. Sunday was Pew Rally Day by the members of the girls of the Junior Missionary Board. At 11 a. m., Rev. C. E. Brooks delivered a gospel message from 2 Cor. 6:2. "Behold, now is the acceptable time and the day of salvation." A meeting of the Stewardess Bd. No. 1, was held on Tuesday evening. The members of Stewardess Board No. 2, held their meeting on Thursday afternoon in the home of Mrs. Neilie Coleman. The monthly love-feast will be held on Friday evening at class meeting services. Ottawa News. Bethany Baptist S. S., opened at 9:45 with a fair attendance. The lesson was reviewed by the Pastor. Senior Mission Circle had charge of all services for the day. At 11 o'clock service a short program was rendered before the sermon. Rev. Favors preached from subject, "Reward of the Righteous." At 7:45 p. m. the following program was given; Music by Choir; Invocation, Rev. Stovall; "Outlook for Young Men in the State," Rev. Wm. Scott; "Outlook for Young Men in the City" Bro. Ross White; "Outlook for Young Men in the Church" Deacon W.S. J. Lewis; (all five minute talks.) Music, Bethany Chapel Ministers' Quartet, Revs. C. Favors, John Stovall, J. Wilson, and Wm. Scott, (Rev. Stovall presided at the piano.) Talk 10 minutes; Music by choir. Sermon, Subject; "Laborers in the Vineyard," Pastor Favors; Solo, Miss Elizabeth Wilson. Offering for the day $88.00. Group 4 had charge of program in B. Y. P. U., which was well rendered an enjoyed by all present. Junior Mission Circle gave a masquerade entertainment at church, on Friday night Oct. 28. Many present. Mrs. Dora Richardson entertained at dinner, Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. A. F. Greene, children, Celectea, Leroy, James and Marcella and grandson of Cherryvale; Rev. Chas. Favors and family and Rev. and Mrs. W. M. Enyard. Mr. Henry Ball is confined to his home on account of illness. Nov. 1-4 inclusive. Bethany Baptist Church is conducting a Bazaar. One of the auxiliaries will give a program each night. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Holbert, Mr. and Mrs. Cunningham, Mr. and Mrs. Olen Wilson and Mrs. Anna Booker, The Negro Star—For the good of the People IN THE HEART of Wichita Innouncing AT TEN O'CLOCK Tuesday morning, November 8, the Geo. Innes Co., will open for business in the great new store home just a half block south of the present location. No expense has been spared to make this the most wonderfully complete and attractive store in the whole Southwest, and we are proud, indeed of the results that have been achieved. When the doors close Saturday evening, November 5 here at the store where the Geo. Innes Co., has been loing business for so many years, the building will be completely vacated and closed. That means that there are just two more weeks in this building. were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Mose Thompson, Sunday. Rev. and Mrs. Enyard left Tuesday morning on a vacation. They will visit relatives and friends in Missouri and will be gone about ten days. Mrs. Geo. Porter and Mr. Arthur Porter of Baldwin, visited Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Johnson, Sunday. Senior Mission Circle will be entertained Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Mary B. Allen. FOR SALE NO CHAIN IS STRONGER THAN ITS WEAKEST LINKS. ITS WEAKEST LINKS. LINK YOURSELF WITH A SQUARE MAN FOR A SQUARE DEAL CRAWFORD-CRAWFORD REALTY COMPANY 600½ N. Main St. Market. 3265 13th Blk. Mathewson. 4 rooms, practically new, bath, Gas, electric, 2 lots. Price $2300.00. Cash $125.00 Pc), Mo. $25.00. 10th Blk. Mathewson. 4 rooms, new, hard wood floors, gas, electric. Popular prices and terms to right party. 8th Blk. Cleveland. 5 rooms, bath, 2 lots. Price $2200.00. Cash $150.00. Per Mo. $20.00 Price $3000.00. Cash $300.00. Per. Month $25.00. 8th Blk. Water, 5 rooms, bath, gas, electric. Price $2000.00, will adjust payments and terms to suit purchasers convenience. Pine & Water, 5 rooms, semi-modern. Price $2500.00. Liberal terms. These lots well represent $2000.00 without any improvement. 9th & Santa Pe. 5 rooms, semi-modern. Price $1500.00. Cash $75.0. Per month $20.00. 10th Blk. Washington, 6 rooms, gas electric. Price $1600.00. Cash $75.0. Per month $18.00. 12th Block, Ohio, 5 rooms, modern. Price $2250.00. Cash $100.00. Per month $20.00. 12th Block, Cleveland, two 5 room houses, gas, electric. Price $2250.00 Cash $150.00. Per month $25.00. 13th Blk. Mathewson, eight choice building sites, $150 00 per site. $120 00 down, $120 00 per month. Will build houses on these lots to suit purchasers. 9th & Water, one 9 room house with bath; one 5 room house with bath. Corner lots. For quick sale $1000 00. Liberal terms. We have several good investments in some of our most valuable business districts of the city. Tuesday, November 8th As the definite opening date of WHEN YOU WANT THE BEST PEERLESS BUTTER COPLEY'S Ice Cream made by WICHITA CREAMERY CO. 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. SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN TO LADIES who make their own HAIR PREPARATIONS. Before placing your next order for VASELENE, MASSAGE CREAM, HAIR OILS, HAIR TONIC, OILS for Perfuming your Hair Dressing, or in fact anything in your line. get our prices. Send (2 cent Stamp) for full information. ```markdown ``` Address THE CHISOLM MFG. CO Box 1293. Wichita, Kansas D. 9389. FOR RENT 220 W. Pine, 5 rooms, bath. Per month $22.50. 1081 Meade, 4 rooms, newly papered and painted. Per mo. $13.00. 119 W. Pine, a 12 room rooming house, modern, will rent for $25.00 per month to right party. 1700 N. Mosley, 5 rooms, gas, electric. Per month $18.00. 9th Blk Water, 4 rooms, bath. Per month $18.00. 1425 Ohio. 4 rooms, electric. Per month $13.00. 1010 N. Mead, 6 rooms, gas, electric 920 Cleveland, 5 rooms, semi-mod-Per month $16.00. ern. Per month $15.00. 708 Cleveland. 5 rooms, modern. Per month $25.00. 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 If it can be made with flour RED STAR FLOU RED STAR FLOU will make it. S. M. JON PHONE MKT. 934 S. M. JONES Let Us Furnish You Information about WICHITA, KANSAS, Free