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THE NEGRO STAR FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE Vol. 20, No. 41, MY TRIP TO THE HINTERLAND CAREYSBURG, LIBERIA, Dec 3 Prot. H. 7. Sims and Kansas Baptist Wichita, Kansas Six dear Christian friends: My dear Christian Friends: I am very glad to write you all to let you know, I am well at this time and I hope you all are the same. I am very sorry to know that the messenger death has called so many of my good friends home, but they have just entered into their great reward and we shall all soon be un- tied again. When we are in the midst of life, we are in the midst of death. I have been planning to write you all, a long time ago, but I keep so very busy as all the year of farming time with us out here. I have just closed one of the most successful school years we have had since my return to the field, and now we have fifteen happy converts to be baptized e and Sunday in this month; we are planning to have a five nights' meeting to get more converts if pos- I have so many things to tell you all until I do not know where to begin. I am very glad to say I am feeling better now than I have felt for over eighteen months, for Aug. 21, 1926. I took down with this terrible blackwater fever, and it made me lose so much flesh until you would hardly know me if you saw me; but I am picking up now. I have been planning to write you about the first hanging. I ever witnessed in my life, but I will save that for the next article. After I had convalesced some what from the African fever, my doctor advised that I go either to the Canary Islands or back in the interior and spend a few weeks in the mountains, and so I went to the cheapest place, to the Hinterland, for I had long wanted to make that trip. So I will write you about my trip to the Hinterland. I got a permit from the government and I knew that would make my trip much safer, and chose a time when the District Commissioner was returning back to his post, and hereafter in this article, he will be called the D. C., for that is what the native people call him. I made arrangement with D. C., David Carter to accompany him, but I had to meet him about 70 miles from the mission, so I took all of my boys that far to carry my luggage. I rode part of the 30 miles, but I walked most of it and after I overtook the D. C., I did not walk any more. I traveled over 240 miles in a hammock and I saw the native African as I had never seen him before. I can't tell you only part of my impressions in a letter. We were exactly eight days going this long journey, and at times, I would be very near the French boundary, known as French Guinea. I have often read of, and saw the pictures of the African swinging bridges that the natives put across their large rivers, but rivers I have had the pleasure of crossing them, and see the river just raging down below me. The bridges are not dangerous, but nervous person could not very well cross one, for the part you walk on, is only about one foot wide but they have rope banisters coming up on either side, and as you walk you hold to them and they go across this bridge one at a time. I much prefer crossing on this bridge, than crossing in a canoe, for that is the thing that threw me in the Atlantic Ocean at eleven o'clock at night in 1922. I spent seven weeks among three cannibal tribes, and I went over to a tribe known as the Glo, that just stop eating human flesh since the Gov't has been sending D. C., and soldiers among them. The great cannibal tribes were the Mono, Ga., and Glo people, but I have been having a boy for a long time, but I did not fear to go with him or even my interpreter alone for the Holy Spirit has been guiding all of my footsteps, in the hinterland as well as on the seaboard. Chief Tuazama, is by far the most influential native chief in that part of the country, for he is a paramount chief over 23 towns and the one that he lives in has over 525 houses and over 1500 people in it; this is the largest native town I have ever visited, and I was very glad that I spent so much time in his town; I preached the Gospel to those poor cannibal people for two weeks and three days. They had never heard of the name of Jesus Christ, and they asked me so many questions, until daily I was driven to my knees to make it plain to them for Jesus Christ. They did not know anything about the Lord's Day and they just went to work the same as any other day; I took two sermons to explain to them about the Creation, and make them see that they must rest one day, and do no work, and to my surprise, as soon as Tuazama found out that they must not work, nor beat their county drums on that day he passed a law in all of his towns for no man nor woman to work on that day. So you see, all these people need is some one to take the Gospel to them. Every night and Sunday, I would preach to large crowds. I carried two of my mission boys who were good singers and knew the Bible CHARACTER EDUCATION (Columbian Press Bureau) WASHINGTON, Jan.12—A course of study in character education, published recently by the Nebraska State Department of Education, was introduced lately in the schools of the State. This is in conformity with an act passed by the 1927 session of the legislature, requiring that beginning this year special emphasis be given in schools to morality, courtesy, obedience to law, respect for the flag of the United States, the Constitutions of the United States and the State of Nebraska, and other attributes which tend to promote upright citizenship. Separate outlines are provided for the nursery school and kindergarten, primary grades, intermediate grades, and junior and senior high school. Since segregated schools are not in vogue in Nebraska, the character and civic courses will be freely open to all children. Were these courses to be made available in the southern states which exact a Constitutional knowledge test of all applicant voters, Negroes, upon reaching voting age, would no doubt be familiar with the Constitution, and thus able to meet the suffrage tests. quite well, and they were a great help to me. The chiefs have all asked me to come up in their country and teach them more about the "Jesus Christ Palaver." as they call the Gospel. Truly the harvest is ripening and the laborers are few. Now I have promised to go back up to them again in January and they said they will cut and burn my farms, plant them and build my houses just as many as I want; if I will come and sit down with them and be their light. This is the time now for Baptist to take the hinterland for Christ and the Baptist, so, if I go, I plan to take one of the National Baptist Missionaries with me that they may see the great need of the Baptist uniting in taking this great field. The missionaries have been sitting down on this sea board too long where we can hear every steamer in the harbor that comes in or goes out; but out yonder in the hinterland the people are begging for the Gospel, and although, my time was up Nov. 22, last, yet I am willing to go. The Gov't gave my Board 200 acres of land last year, and I plan to take it up back there, and get right on the good road just as I am in Careysburg. I will not be able to begin work up there until I come home and first do some more building here. They surely have some very peculiar customs; I saw a woman with 40 anklets and bracelets on her ankles and arms and another with 46, and they were so heavey, until these women could hardly walk, and it was impossible for them to run. That is the way they dress up fine. They did not have on cloth enough to dust a fiddle, but they thought they were dressed up fine. Women so dressed, can do no kind of work, not even to cook for they have their servants to cook for them. The African snails are very large, and I never saw people eat so many snails as I saw among the Glo people. I am going to bring some of the shells home when I come on my furlough next year. When anybody dies they cry and holler for over a week and it is almost impossible for one to sleep at all. If you see the grave of a full grown man, you would think it was the grave of a year old child. When a person dies, they break the arms at the elbows, and they them up to the shoulders, and break the legs at the knees and tie them back, then they wrap the body in mats and bury them on their knees, and make the grave roun as an apple just to fit that body; now if it is a chief, or someone of the royal family, they dig a tunnel away under the kitchen, and bury the body there, but they must still be on their knees. These poor people did not want me to leave them and it was pitiful the way they begged me to come back to them, and the help of God, I mean to go to them. I want all of you to pay for me that God may use me for His glory in the saving of these poor souls. I hope to write you an article every three months until I come on furough. I do not think I will be able to attend many Conventions when I come, for I have promised my pastor in Homestead, Pn., to spend most of my time with them, for they surely have been very kind to me, and my children and I am just waiting anxiously for our Xmas box, for they surely do make us happy every Xmas. I am playing for you and I am very sorry to hear of your great loss of finance this year, but I know you all are going to make it up. I will spend a few weeks with you because I want you to see the sweet little girl that was named for Della Kemp. She is surely coming with no this time, and since you do not have dancing and card playing at our school, I will give Kansas a girl and a boy.—(To be continued.) Yours in Christ, F. W. WATSON. WICHITA, KANSAS. FRIDAY, Jan. 13, 1928. JUST KIDS—Time To Decide. By Ad Carter TO GREAT FOR YOU MICH CALCUTT TEN PERSON YESTERDAY, ACE I WISH I WOULD INLY DIE ION! DING DING DING DING! THIS IS LAS BELL JUMMY! 39 INTERNATIONAL CARTOON CO. MARIA MAYER Likeness above is that of Mr. R. L. Crawford, President of Crawford & Crawford Real Estate & Investment Co., who for the past several years, has occupied officers at 600% N. Main Street, recently moved to their new and well equipped offices at 601 N. Main St, ground floor. For several years, Mr. Crawford has used his influence and devoted a great proportion of his time toward getting the down payments and purchase prices on real estate reduced to figures that make it possible for every man to own a home. Crawford & Crawford Co., possibly sold more homes to race people during the year of 1927 than all other local firms combined. Mr. Crawford feels very grateful to the public for their splendid support and predicts a great business year for 1928. THE ABLEST MAN IN OUR MOVEMENT THE ABLEST MAN IN OUR MOVEMENT By LIEUT. COL. GERALD W. BIRKS A Canadian Layman. When Fletcher Brockman, the greatest Secretary ever sent to China, from North America, returned during the war, Dr. David Yui was chosen as his successor. I think David Yui, the National Secretary of the Movement in China, is at the present moment absolutely the biggest man in Y. M. C. A. Secretaryship, not even barring Mott and Brockman. In the last eight years he has twice been offered the Ministry of Education of China, once the Ambassadorship to Great Britain, several times the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of his country, the Principalship of four Universities, and he sticks to the Y. M. C. A., because he feels that at the present moment he can there do more constructive work for his country than in any of the positions named. When students were shot down at the beginning of the Shanghai trouble in 1925, it looked as though the absolute collapse between China and the western world had come. Had I been Secretary in China at that time British that I am, I would probably have said to Canadian and English colleagues: "You keep out of right until things calm down." But David Yui felt the trouble was largely based on misunderstanding, and recognizing where the fomenters were, he called to England for the Lest representative of English stu- UNITED STATES JUDGE HONORS RACE WOMAN (Preston News Service) CHICAGO ILL. Jan. 5—What is thought probably to be the first time in history, a Federal Court was suspended during the funeral of a race woman, when United States District Judge Carpenter adjourned his morning session in order that he and his court attaches could attend the funeral services for the wife of William Bell, aged 65, who died Friday of last week. Mrs. Bell was the wife of the personal messenger to Judge Carpenter. DELINQUENT COLORED GIRLS NEGLECTED (Columbia Press Bureau) WASHINGTON, Although Juvenile court laws affirm that the delinquent child in need of the care and protection of the State, it appears that in Alabama and North Carolina no provision is made for delinquent colored girls below the age of 18 years except the penitentiary and city and county jails. In Alabama, a small private institution known as the "Girls' Rescue Home" is conducted by colored women. Both States, however, maintain training and industrial schools for delinquent girls, other than colored. The Fairwold Industrial School for Colored Girls, near Columbia, South Carolina, receives incorrigible colored girls; but this is a private institution and receives only a small amount of State aid. dent life they could find, and R. O. Hall was sent. Dr. Yui put him forward among the students as an English Student Secretary. This took courage of a rare quality and it had an amazingly helpful result. Dr. Yul also selected outstanding English and Chinese leaders and invited them to his own house where they discussed the trouble without gloves. Things were said around that table which would have meant war if they had appeared in print. But the groun broke up and reassembled in friendship. The English and Chinese were literally wearing out David Yul's carpet coming to him for advice and counsel. When the worst was over, two men were recognized as having saved the situation. One was David Yul. The other was an Arab-Jew, a British by naturalization. Knowing China's language and psychology, this Arab-Jew, for weeks had spent hours every night in the leading editorial office in Shanghai, checking everything that was to go into print and marking out anything that might irritate the Chinese. Friends presented David Yul with n loving cup inscribed "Prophet, Peacemaker, Patriot," and on the cup of this Arab-Jew they had "The Bridge Between East And West." Denver Young Men HE FOUGHT A GOOD FIGHT Last Friday marked the silence of the physical reign of Rev. C. B. Burton, a Pastor in Omaha, Nebr. He was a young man, but he had worked overtime in the Master's Kingdome, and it can be truthfully said for him: "I Hate a Finished 'Six Work.'" He was a young minister, filled with the zeal, and his gift of many talents made him on duty when he should have been resting. He was a splendid songster, revivalist, and preacher. He did not know how to say, "I am tired or I am not able." He once pastored in Leavenworth, Kansas, where his record is outstanding, then to St. Paul, then to Minneapolis and was as busy as can be in Omaha, Neb. When the voice of the Heavenly Father, said: "Welcome, Child. Come Home." He was a patient and happy sufferer, Singing and rejoicing in the God of His Salvation. He left us rejoicing in the fact that he was going to be with his loving Father. He left a useful faithful and loving wife, known in Wichita, and Kansas, as "Our Faye," All prayers and wishes are for her to feel safe in the arms of Jesus and trust Him for His wisdom. Mrs. Burton brought the body with her to Wichita, for burial, accompanied by one of the Sisters of the church in Omaha, and Rev. Z. E. McGee, an associate pastor of that city. The body lay in state at the home of her brother, Mr. Sam Oliver, from Wednesday morning until Thursday afternoon. Funeral at Calvary Baptist Church, by Rev. E. W. Perry of Oklahoma City. Many ministers throut the state and Missouri, were present. Though this body is laid to rest his spirit goes marching on, making real the Kingdom of God in the hearts of men. We can only say: "Peace to his ashes." NEGRO BOOK CONCERN TO ENLARGE ITS SCOPE Warren Book Company effects Arrangements to Perform Wide-reaching Service. The Warren Book Company of Staten Island, New York, has recently made public plans of long standing as a result of which it will take the entire country as its field rather than doing a purely local business. The idea of expansion was gotten from the suggestions of a number of friends who thought that a book company headed by a Negro and selling to the colored people of the country books of colored authors would perform a great service to the colored race. A genuine feeling of race pride is sweeping the country among our group, and the Negro is no longer ashamed of being a Negro, for he had nothing to do with it. On the other hand he can well feel proud of what others of the race have accomplished and is trying to make his own name stand for something. A good way to show greater pride in the race is to read literature of the race, so that the fame of the authors will spread and in turn help develop the right kind of race consciousness in other members of the group. other instances, armed force was used to repel the would-be lynchers. 68 persons, 15 white and 53 Negroes were thus saved from death at the hands of mobs. All of the persons lynched were Negroes. The offenses charged were —muder, 7; attempted murder, 2; rape, 2; attempted rape, 3; improper conduct, 1; charge not reported 1. The states in which lynchings occurred and the number in each state are as follows: Arkansas, 3; Kentucky, 1; Louisiana, 1; Mississippi, 7; Missouri, 1; Tennessee, 2; Texas, 1. Yours very truly, R. R. MOTON, Principal. LYNHING RECORD FOR 1927 TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE ALA.—Dear Sir,—I send you this concerning lynchings for the past year as compiled by Tuskegee Institute in the Department of Records and Research. I find there were 16 persons lynched in 1927. This is 14 less than the number 30 for 1926, 1 less than the number 17 for 1925, the same number 16 as for 1924 and 17 less than the number 33 for 1921, 12 of the persons lynched were taken from the hands of the law, 6 from jail and 6 from officers of the law outside of fails. 4 of the persons were burned to death, 2 were put to death and then their bodies burned. There were 42 instances in which officers of the law prevented lynchings, 8 of those were in Northern states and 34 in Southern states. In 24 of the cases the prisoners were removed or the guards augmented or other precautions taken. In 18 1928 (Preston News Service) The successes, failures, mistakes Five Cents Per Copy BAPTIST WORLD ALLIANCE SUNDAY BAPTIST WORLD ALLIANCE SUNDAY FEBRUARY 5. 1928. The Baptist World Alliance has already abundantly justified its existence. It has drawn the Baptists of the World closer together. We have come to recognize more fully our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, our God and Saviour, in our experience of death to sin and resurrection to righteousness in Illim, in our connection of the ordinances of baptism and the Lord's Supper as symbolic declarations of our faith and experience and in our regard for personality, our passion for liberty of conscience, and our belief in the sufficiency and supremacy of the Holy Scriptures in all matters touching our relation to God and our obligation to our fellow men. At the same time, as a corollary to this, we rejoice together in that rich variety of experience, knowledge, and emphasis, which makes the fellowship of saints so interesting, enriching and edifying. To all this the Congresses held at London, in 1905, Philadelphia in 1911 and at Stockholm in 1923, have contributed greatly, for in them fellow-believers from many lands looked into one another's faces, clasped one another's hands, exchanged experiences and opinions, and recognized their oneness in Christ Jesus. The touch of the new nature makes us all kin. We have also had the beginnings of cooperation. The strong have begun to help the weak, the many have come to the help of the few, and those who already enjoy the blessings of religious freedom are seeking to secure that priceless boon for their bethren. In brief, in these years the Baptist world consciousness has been extended and deepened, and we have made a real beguining in cooperation Much, however, remains to be done, this is true of our mutual relations. We must seek to come still closer together and to perfect our fellowship and cooperation. The barriers which class privilege or a false nationalism would interpose between brothers in Christ must be swept away. With us there cannot be barbarian, Scythian, bond or free, but Christ must be recognized as all in all. We must clarify our thought. We must loyally and courageously work out our principles of trust and righteousness and love into all the relationships of life. We must acknowledge our stewardship and recognizing that we are not our own, but bought with a price, we must seek first Christ's Kingship over our own and other hearts and under His away and by His spirit become His effective witnesses. We need also a clearer vision of the world's need, a better understanding of our one distinctive spirit, genius and mission, and a deeper conviction of the fact that only by being faithful to that mission can we make our proper contribution to inter-demominational problems and to those other problems that spring out of the contact of Christianity with other great religions. We cannot rest until all our brethren enjoy the freedom most of us enjoy, nor until every tongue shall confess that Jesus Christ is Lord to the glory of God the Father. As one means to this end the Executive Committee invites our churches in all lands to unite in observing the first Sunday in February as Baptist World Alliance, Sunday. Let us make it a day of Thanksgiving, instruction and intercession; thanksgiving for what has been already accomplished, instruction from the pulpit and in the Sunday School, in our principals, obligations and opportunities; intercession that the great purposes of the Alliance may under the blessing of God be increasingly realized. Particularly on February 5th, 1928, let us remember the Congress to be held in Toronto, the following June, that it may be a season marked by the presence and power of God, by renewed consecration, by joyous fellowship and by lasting inspiration that it may issue in wise plans and God honoring achievements. On behalf of the Executive Committee of the Baptist World Alliance, E. Y. MULLINS, President, J. H. RUSHBROOKS, East. Sec. CLIFTON D. GRAY, West. Sec. and good fortunes of 1927 should be of great use to all in making our lives and the lives of those with whom we come in contact a greater blessing to humanity in 1928. The making of good resolutions is a splendid thing, but of greater importance is the will to keep them. Looking back over 1927 we should be better able to shape and amend our resolutions for 1928. Americans are certainly a nation of law-abiding citizens, excluding the 14th, 15th and 18th amendments to the U. S. Constitution. Among the eight modern wonders of the world are: Aeroplane, Radio, automobile, wireless telegraph, radium, telephone, steel clad battleships, and the 18th Amendment. Improved Uniform International Sunday School Lesson (By REV, P B LITZWATER, DD, Dean Moody Bible Institute of Chicago) (© 1927, by Western Newspaper Union) LESSON TEXT—Mark 2 1-11. GOLDEN TEXT—I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance PRIMARY TOPIC—Jesus Forgives a Hipster JUNIOR TOPIC—Jesus Heals and Forlays. INTERMEDIATE AND SENIOR TOPIC—Jesus Shows His Sympathy and Power YOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULT TOPIC—Jesus' Power to Make Whole. I. Jesus Preaching the Word (vv 11, 2). 1. The surging crowd (v. 2). 1. The lurging crowd (4. 2) So great was the crowd gathered about the house where Jesus was stopping, that there was no room to receive them. As soon as it was noed about that Jesus was in the house, the multitudes gathered. 2. What Jesus preached unto them (4. 2) He preached unto them the Word of God. He always preached the Word before He wrought miracles, for to make known the will of God was His supreme mission. Miracles were not an end in themselves, but to authenticate Ils's work. The people came, some to be hounded, and some out of curiosity. He gave them that which they needed, regardless of the motive which actuated their coming. H. Jesus Forgiving Sins (vv. 3-5) The man brought to Him was suffering from the dread disease of palsy, but his most deadly affliction was that of sin. This miracle was wrought by Jesus in confirmation of Ils's message. 1. Faith coming to Jesus (v. 3). The actuating impulse of the passed man and the four friends who carried him was faith. 2. Faith overcoming difficulties (v. 4). Though prevented by the crowd from coming to Jesus, they ascended the outer stairway and let the afflicted man down through the roof. 3. Faith rewarded (v. 5). No word was uttered either by the palatalic or his heaters. Their action was enough. The palatalic got more than he expected. He desired healing of the body and he got bodily healing plus forgiveness of sins. III. Jesus Answering the Scribes (v. 6-10). 1. Their objections (vv. 6, 7). They asked: (1) Why does He thus speak? (2) Who can forgive sin? They were entirely right in their reasults that only God can forgive sins. Their blunder was in not resolving him to be good. 2. Jesus' answer (vv. 810). He knew their inner thoughts and reasonings and manifested unto them His essential delity in that He had power to know their thoughts. He inquired, "Which is easier to say, thy sins be forgiven these, or to say, arise and take up thy bed and walk?" But that ye may know that the Son of man both power on earth to forgive sins. He saith to the sick of the palsy, I say unto thee, Arise, and take up thy bed, and go thy way into thine house." He was willing that His power in the invisible realm should be tested by His power in the visible. IV. Jesus Healing the Paralytic (v. 11, 12). 1. His healing was by the direct method—speaking the Word (v. 11). Christ's words are enough. With the command was given the strength to obey. That which Christ commands he gives the strength to perform 2. The obedience of the man (v. 12). He immediately arose, took up his bed and went forth before them all. The poor helpless man walked away with his bed upon his shoulder. 3. The people were amazed, and glorified God (v. 12). They said, "We never saw it on this fashion" V. Jesus Eating With Publicans and Sinner (vy. 1117). 1. The call of Levi (v. 11) Levi was a tax gatherer under the Roman government. As Jesus passed by, he commanded Levi to leave his business and follow him. 2. Jesus dining in Levi's house (v. 15). It seems that Levi, when he found the Savior, invited many of his business associates to eat with him. This gave an opportunity to Jesus to come into touch with these sinners. 3. The perplexed scribes and pharisees (v. 10). They asked, "How is it that He eateth and drinketh with publicans and sinners?" 4. Jesus' reply (v. 17). "They that are whole have no need of the physician I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance." Our Future We never know for what God is preparing us in ILL schools; for what work on earth, for what work in the hereafter. Our business is to do our work well in the present place, whatever that may be.—Christian Exponent. Learn Secret of Prayer We need to learn the secret of important prayer that takes hold of flod's promise and refuses to let go till the blessing comes.—Timberlake. B. Y. P. U. LESSON L.Y REV. J. W. HAYES SUNDAY, JANUARY 15, 1928 Subjects "Do We Need the Church Now?" Text Acts 11-14. If by the church, we mean, The Pillar and the Ground of Truth, if we mean the Mystic Body of Christ, if we mean a body of true believers baptised in the name of the Holy Trinity, voluntarily united in covenant to reproduce the life of Christ in the life of men, then most assuredly we need the church. If, on the other hand, we mean by church, a body of people, designated church, but void of the life, spirit and power of Christ, then we do not need it. For our purpose, however, we speak of that select body of believers who love, live and proclaim the life and will of God. It is a dynamic for righteousness. We need such an institution because it is the salt of the earth, it is the peace table in the world's court. It stands for truth, mercy and justice for all. Luke had written before of the Gospel life and teachings of Christ in the Gospel bearing His name. In the text, Christ gives the church orders. However, before they are commanded to go they are commanded to stay, and for what? "Power" The overshadowing of the Holy Ghost is promised. This will clean the heart, clear the mind and strengthen the will. The disciples had the wrong notion of the kingdom of God. They could not get away from the idea, the welding of an earthly scepter. But Christ would rule not with the sword but with love. The disciples were to be witnesses of His kingdom, law and power. After the command to wait for power, and testify everywhere, Christ mounted the clouds leaving His Church in the care of the Holy Spirit in the world. When the disciples returned to Jerusalem they found the church in prayer. We need the church to maintain the social and moral standard, to advocate the principles of Christ. To develop in humanity the highest and the best. To teach how to get the most out of the life that now is and point the way to the life beyond. St. Mark M. E. Church. REV. W. C. CONWELL, PASTOR The S. S. opened with the Supt. Sister E. G. Hyde present, at 9.30. 11 o'clock service; devotion led by Bro. B. Hyde. Pastor took his text from Mark 7:37, reads as follows: "And were beyond measure astonished, saying, He hath done all things well; he maketh both the deaf to hear, and the dumb to speak." It was enjoyed by every one. At 5:30 the Junior League was opened with the President Sister A. Williams; the lesson was beautifully outlined and it was inspiring. At 6:30 the Senior League was opened; the President, Bro. E. E. Cornwell, at his post. 7:30 the devotion was led by Bro. B. Hyde. The Pastor then delivered another excellent sermon; text taken from Rom. 1:16, "For I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first and also to the Greek." We had a visiting minister, Rev. J. L. Williams. The attendance was fine; also the finance. The committee of management of the Glenarm Branch has made itself responsible for an "award of merit" which will be made at the coming Emancipation celebration, which is an annual feature of the branch's program. According to announcement the award will be made to the person in Denver or vicinity who has made the most significant contribution during the year to the progress of the Negro race. The committee appointed some time ago to carry out this purpose has held a number of meetings and will soon pass on recommendations which have been submitted for consideration. A beautiful scroll is being prepared by H. W. 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As the new quarterlies had not arrived, we again studied review lesson. General review 10 minutes by Pastor. One visitor in school, in person of Mr. Claude White of Wichita. At 11:30 with a small number present, a very much expressed, and spiritual covenant meeting was held. Juniod B. Y. P. U., 4:30; election of officers was nicely carried out. 0 p. m. Senior B. Y. P. U. opened by C. C. Lesson by teachers. Group No. 1 renderer a very interesting devotional program. Nite service at 8:15; after a very short devotion, Pastor Thomas bought a message found 6th Song of Solomon, 10th verse. "The Gloomy March." Mrs. John Smith, mother of Mrs. Ida Iaal, is not so well at this time. Miss Marcell Green proved a very charming hostess to an after Christmas Party at her home on E. 7th St. Tuesday Nite, Dec. 27th; 12 guests were present. Misses Birdalee and Goldena Smith were hostesses to a very delightful New Year Eve Party, given at their home on W. 3rd St. 18 guests were present. Out of town guests were Misses Lucille Porter, Wilda Vanaford of Independence. PAOLA NEWS NOTES Sunday, Dec. 25, 1927—Services a. St. Olivy Baptist Church were well attended. Rev. Warder of Filworth, preached an able sermon at 11 a.m. Christmas Eve night, the Sunday School rendered a nice program and Christmas Tree program was rene- ced by Sister Neely Davis, assist- tant superintendent. Sister Sarah eizz beautifully decorated the Ch. with Holly Berries and Evergreens. Christmas night the choir put on a program representing the Birth of Christ. The Church was well filled. At the close of service, Mrs. Beaulah Austin, president of Progress Soc- ety, presented the Pastor, Rev. J. A. Kuckeel, $8.00. Mrs. Beaulah Vantree, president of the Faithful Club, presented the Pasto $5.00. Mrs. Neely Davis also presented the pastor and wife a box. Mrs. Rosetta Ervin, Vice President of the Mission Circle, Sister F. Rucker, $10.00. Rev. and Mrs. Rucker were dinner f. m. and Ars. Watkie. Mrs. Crooks and children spent the holidays in Dallas, Texas, with relatives. Mrs. Dotsy May Emmons of Kan- City, spent Christmas with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. Erwin. Rev. Warder and wife and infant son of Ellaworth, visited with her parents Mr. and Mrs. John Dillard, during the Christmas! Mr. Walter Emmons, wife and daughter of Garret Green of Kansas City, spent the holidays with relatives. Mrs. Phonie Wright and Mrs. W. Davis were the guests of Mrs. Beu- lah Vantren, last week. Mr. Woods and wife of Kansas City, visited with her sister Mr. and Mrs. Carle Webb, during Xmas. FOR WORK OF ANY KIND OF REPAIR OR PAINTING. OF PATCHING OR ROOFING. Call Douglas 7673 M. LIVINGSTON. Dunlap News Notes Mt. Zion Church, Sunday, Xmas Day, was wonderfully blessed with splendid services; had a good attendance. Rev. A. G. Mason of Strong City, our ex-pasor preached for us. After a short devotion, Rev. Mason read for Scripture Lesson, Matt. 5; chose for a text Luke 12:43. Subject, "Blessed is that servant." Rev. Mason preached a wonderful sermon; very instructive. All were glad to see and hear Rev. Mason, glad to have him back in our midst again. Deacon Levels, Bro. Lewis and, son, and Bro. McClain motored up, Xmas day for servicer. We were glad to have them with us. Rev. Collins, pastor of the M. E. Church and members attended services at Mt. Zion, Xmas Day, glad to have Rev. Collins with us. Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Howard and daughter of Salina, were visiting her father and Sister-in-law, Mrs. Jennines. Our teacher, Miss Williams went home, Topeka, for Christmas. Mrs. Dorothy Pening of Salina, came home to spend Xmas with her mother, Mrs. George Lowery. Rev. Collins and members had a nice Xmas Proarrari. The children spoke well and the singing was fine. They had a lovely tree; everybody moved their gifts, wishing each one a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Mr. Porter Payne made a flying trip to Kansas City. Rev. Mason will be with us again Sunday, if the weather is suitable. E. MORRIS, Reporter. The Kansas Vocational School Book Lovers Club met Tuesday, Dec. 20th, at the home of the president, Mrs. Clement Richardson. The following program was rendered:— Talk on Literary Criticism, by Prof. Clement Richardson; Review of a short story by Mr. G. T. Bryant; current events by Mr. C. D. Batchat. After the program delightful refreshments were served. Those present were Prof. and Mrs. Clement Richardson, Dean Blake E. Moore, Mr. C. D. Bachelor, Miss Bertha Koberson, Mrs. Zenola Reeves, Miss Marion Carter, Miss Mildred West, Miss Mattie Williams, Mr. W. L. Johnson, Mr. G. T. Bryant and Miss Alice Clark. Prof. and Mrs. Clement Richardson entertained with a breakfast, on Wednesday morning, Dec. 28th at their home. Places were laid for Mr. and Mrs. N. C. Johnson of Lexington, Kentucky; Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Johnson; Dean and Mrs. E. L. Sectuggs; Mr. and Mrs. A. Smith. Miss Clementine Richardson, student of the Kansas Vocational School received 1st prize in the essay contest at the Interstate Literary, held at the St. John's A. M. E. Church, Topeka, Dec. 28-30. The subject of her essay was "The Youth of Today." Miss Esther Jame, a student of the Kansas Vocational School, received 2nd prize in the oration contest at the Interstate Literary Association. The subject of her oration was "The Future of Your Daughter." Miss Louise Richardson was the week-end guest of Miss Alice Clark, in Lawrence. Sunday, January 1st, Misses Richardson and Clark were among the guests at a dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James King, while in Lawrence. Mrs Eula Freeman visited her sister, Mrs. R. H. Banning in Wichita, for a few days during the holidays. The following members of the faculty went home for Christmas vacation: Misses Mildred West, Emporia; Bertha Robinson, Cherryvale; Mattle Williams, Salina; Alice Clark, Lawrence; Mr. G. T. Bryant, St. Louis, Mo. Miss Marion Carter visited in Kansas City, during the holidays. Dean Blake E. Moore and Mr. M. C. Martin motored to St. Louis. Miss Maizie Jones visited in Okla. Mr. and Mrs. N. C. Johnson of Lexington, Ky., were the guests of their son and family, Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Johnson. The students that remained on the campus during the Christmas holidays were entertained with a candy-pull, Monday, Dec. 26th, in the dining room of Larimer Hall. Tuesday, Dec. 27th, Mrs. Jessie Thomas entertained the girls at her home on Golden Ave. A number of the students were entertained at the principal's residence, Monday, Jan. 2nd. After the social there, they were taken to the movies in town. Mr. C. D. Batchlor, head of the English Department of the Kansas Vocational School, was married to Miss L. D. Howse of Chattanooga, Tenn., Wednesday, Dec. 28, 1927 in Greensboro, N. C. Missionary Baptist State Convention Apportionment Plan Adopted at the State Meeting of Topeka October 4-9,1927 TO THE CHURCH AND PASTOR: NY DEAL CO-WORKERS: At the annual session of our State Convention held at Topeka, Oct. 4-9, 1927, the Convention adopted the more modern plan for carrying forward our Missionary and Educational work (both Home and Foreign) and in fact for carrying forward all our Convention obligations. Our plan calls for $10,000 annually. The plan adopted at the Convention was that $6,700 00 be apportioned directly to the Churches and the balance of the $10,000 to the Conventions of the State and District Associations and Auxiliaries. The amount apportioned to the Churches to be. paid monthly or quarterly to the State office, the monthly or quarterly plan preferable because the State obligations are due monthly. For instance, if 25 churches give $5.00 each monthly, it means $125.00, and 25 churches give $3.00 each monthly it means $75.00, and 75 churches give $2.00 each monthly, it means $150.00. This would give the Convention $250.00 to meet her regular-monthly obligations and d money to apply on National Convention requirements. Will you Brother Pastor and Officer give this your heart support? The Pastor, as God's Keyman, please read this letter to the Church and lead them forth in this much needed and business-like plan for our Convention. This plan was presented to the Minister at the last Board Meetings and the amount for each of the Churches of $6,700.00 was suggested and accepted. The amount for your Church is in the following list. Please let us know the manner in which you will meet the request. We pray it will be the monthly regular plan. Please send something, beginning this month. Please pray for our work as the Missionary factors must carry on and the educational work must not be neglected. We are the Lord's and the work is His command. He will make possible if we only trust Him. This adopted at our State Convention in session at Topeka, Oct. 4-9, 1927. With much prayer and supplication we are very respectfully, W. A. BOWREN, D. D. Pres, A. W. ROSS, Executive Secy, and The Negro Star-For the good of the People Supt. of Missions. Who will be first to enlist Monthly Regular? KAW VALLEY DISTRICT ASSOCIATION CHURCHES Churches P. O. Yearly 1. 1st Baptist, K. C. K. $250.00 2. Metropolitan, K. C. K. 250.00 3. Walnut Boulevard, K. C. K. 200.00 4. 8th St. Tabernacle, K. C. K. 250.00 5. Pleasant Green, K. C. K. 100.00 6. King Solomon, K. C. K. 175.00 7. Mt. Zion, K. C. K. 175.00 8. Stranger's Rest, K. C. K. 175.00 9. Mt. Olive, K. C. K. 100.00 10. Shiloh, Topeka ... 200.00 11. Calvary, Topeka ... 200.00 12. Mt. Carmel, Topeka ... 100.00 13. 2nd Baptist, No. Topeka ... 150.00 14. Antioch, Topeka ... 150.00 15. New Mt. Zion, Topeka ... 50.00 16. East Hill Mt. Zion, Topeka ... 15.00 17. True Vine, Topeka ... 15.00 18. 9th Street, Lawrence ... 100.00 19. 2nd Baptist, No. Lawrence ... 75.00 20. Holy Grove, Lawrence ... 10.00 21. Pleasant Valley, Rosedale ... 50.00 22. 1st Baptist, Eudora ... 25.00 23. Mt. Olive So, Park, K. C. K. 15.00 24. Jerusalem, K. C. K. 10.00 25. Gethevane, Edwardsville ... 20.00 26. 1st Baptist, Tecumseh ... 5.00 27. 2nd Baptist, Argentine ... 25.00 28. Antioch, K. C. K. 15.00 29. 2nd Baptist, Bonner Springs ... 75.00 30. 1st Baptist, Quindaro ... 20.00 NORTHEASTERN DISTRICT ASSOCIATION CHURCHES Churches P. O. Yearly 1. Ebenezer, Atchison ..... $200 00 2. Mt. Olive, Atchison ..... 100 00 3. Mt. Zion, Atchison ..... 100 00 4. St. Paul, Atchison ..... 15.00 5. Independent, Leavenworth ..... 200.00 6. 1st Baptist, Leavenworth ..... 150 00 7. Sunflower, Leavenworth ..... 75.00 8. Mt. Zion, Wathena ..... 20 00 9. 2nd Baptist, Hiawatha ..... 50 00 10. 2nd Baptist, Horton ..... 50.00 11. 2nd Baptist, Holton ..... 30.00 12. 2nd Baptist, Tonganoxie ..... 20.00 13. 2nd Baptist, Frankfort ..... 10.00 14. 1st Baptist, Ellmont ..... 50.00 15. 1st Baptist, Valley Falls ..... 2.00 17. 1st Baptist, Oskoloosa ..... 3.00 ASSOCIATION CHURCHES Churches P. O. Yearly 1. Calvary, Coffeyville ..... 175 00 2. Sardis, Coffeyville ..... 125 00 3. St. John, Coffeyville ..... 20 00 4. New Hope, Parsons ..... 155 00 5. Macedonia, Persons ..... 80 00 6. Mt. Hebron, Pittsburg ..... 125 00 7. New Hope, Pittsburg ..... 50 00 8. Maple Street, Independence 125 00 9. St. John, Independence ..... 50 00 10. Bethlehem, Sedan ..... 50 00 11. Bethlehem, Cherryvale ..... 100 00 12. Little Flock, Chetopa ..... 35 00 13. 2nd Baptist, Oswego ..... 35 00 14. 2nd Baptist, Girard ..... 75 00 15. St. John, Crowsburg ..... 50 00 16. Mt. Hebron, Yale ..... 35 00 17. Mt. Eric, Cherokee ..... 35 00 18. St. John, Weir City ..... 35 00 19. Mt. Zion, Galena ..... 35 00 20. Mt. Olive, Baxter Springs 125 00 Churches P. O. Yearly 1. Shiloh, Fort. Scott ... $1500 2. Mt. Zion, Fort Scott ... 75.00 3. Bethany, Ottawa ... 150.00 4. New Hoe e, Chanute ... 150.00 5. Olivet, Paola ... 75.00 6. Ebenezer, Osawatomie ... 50.00 7. 2nd Baptist, Hillsdale ... 30.00 8. Popular Grove, Humbolt ... 25.00 9. 2nd Baptist, Olathe ... 50.00 10. 2nd Baptist, Iola ... 50.00 11. 2nd Baptist, Garnett ... 20.00 12. 2nd Baptist, Burlington ... 15.00 13. 2nd Baptist, Lacygne ... 5.00 14. 2nd Baptist, Mound City ... 5.00 15. 2nd Baptist, Baldwin ... 2.00 Churches P. O. Yearly 1. St. John, Salina $137.50 2. 2nd Baptist, Junction City 100.00 3. Mt. Zion, Abilene 75.00 4. Pilgrim, Manhattan 75.00 5. St. James, Emporia 100.00 6. 2nd Baptist, Strong City 10.00 7. 2nd Baptist, Ellsworth 50.00 8. 2nd Baptist, Russell 10.00 9. Shiloh, Herrington 15.00 10. 1st Baptist, Eskridge 10.00 11. 1st Baptist, Eskridge 10.00 11. 1st Baptist, Paxico 10.00 12. Lake Providence, Ellis 15.00 13. Mt. Zion, Duniap 15.00 14. Wimbly Chapel Osage City 15.60 15. 2nd Baptist, Hill City 20.00 16. 2nd Baptist, Nloodemus 50.00 SOUTHWESTERN DISTRICT ASSOCIATION CHURCHES HOUSTON BIC BICYCLES TIRES A Trycicles 2067 N. Lawrence W. D. JACKSON & COMPANY AMBULANCE — SERVICE In hours of bereavement, we stand with a ray to handle all details rendered your beloved ones. LICENSED EMBALMERS IN ATTENDANCE Arrangements are incomplete unless you are THE PERSONAL SERVICE, YOU DESIRE Abner B. Jackson, M'g'r Phone Mkt. 4310 69 In hours of bereavement, we stand with a ray of comfort to handle all details rendered your beloved ones. LICENSED EMBALMERS IN ATTENDANCE. Arrangements are incomplete unless you are satisfied. THE PERSONAL SERVICE, YOU DESIRE. | Churches | P. O. | Yearly | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 1. Calvary, Wichita | $250.00 | | | 2. New Hope, Wichita | 128.00 | | | 3. St. Mary's, Wichita | 150.00 | | | 4. Tabernacle, Wichita | 20.00 | | | 5. 2nd Baptist, Hutchinson | 75.00 | | | 6. 2nd Baptist, Pratt | 75.00 | | | 7. 2nd Baptist, Newton | 100.00 | | | 8. 2nd Baptist, Winfield | 75.00 | | | 9. 2nd Baptist, Eldorado | 40.00 | | | 10. Pilgrim, Arkansas City | 50.00 | | | 11. Ebenezer, Garden City | 15.00 | | | 12. 1st Baptist, Garden City | 25.00 | | | 13. 2nd Baptist, Larned | 20.00 | | | 14. 1st Baptist, Kinsley | 25.00 | | | 15. 1st Baptist, Dodge City | 20.00 | | | 16. 1st Baptist, Great Bend | 50.00 | | | 17. 1st Baptist, Holsington | 15.00 | | | 18. El Bethel, Hugoton | 25.00 | | | 19. Pleasant View, Caldwell | 15.00 | | | 20. 2nd Baptist, Wellington | 20.00 | | NOTICE! BOARD MEETING JAN. 25, 26. '28 The January Board Meeting of the Missionary Baptist State Convention will convene at the Calvary Baptist Church at Wichita, Kansas, January 25th and 26th, Wednesday and Thursday after the 4th Sunday Under the new Program adopted at the Annual Convention held at Topeka, the first installment of the year is due. Each of the Auxiliary Conventions and the Associations as well as Churches, Sunday Schools, B. Y. P. Us., and Mission Circles, are expected to report one (1/4) fourth of their apportionment at this Board Meeting in Wichita. Brethren, we are in need of $2000 with which to advance our regular work and be able to apply a reasonable amount on our indebtedness. Remember, over $500.00 additional improvement has been made on the Seminary and must be raised to secure the credit of our denomination. We are doing a splendid work at the Seminary and we must carry on. Then too, our Missionary Pastor's work is behind and those who depend on us are put in a compromising position, because we fail them. Let all organizations rally and function at this our January Board Meeting at Wichita. If your church cannot send a representative, then represent by letter; sending all money payable to A. W. Ross, in care of Dr. J. W. Hares, 615 Wabash Avenue, Wichita, Kansas. I am your humble servant, A. W. ROSS, Ex. Sec. & Supt. of Mis. ANNOUNCEMENT DEAR CO-WORKERS:— With very great delight we announce that the State Executive Bd., of the Missionary Baptist Convention of Kansas, will meet on Wednesday and Thursday, Jan. 25th and 26th, 1928, with the Calvary Baptist Church, Wichita, Kansas, Rev. J. W. Hayes, D. D., Pastor, and Moderator of the great Southwestern District. God has wonderfully blessed those of us who are living to see the beginning of a brand new year, the year 1928, ushering in with new responsibilities, and much unfinished business committed to us from the year 1927. This is true in our personal, state, and national affairs, as well as in our church and conventional matters. It is my opinion that God has brought us hither to this place and New Year in Kansas, to put over His Missionary and Educational program. Why should he make others from our side and leave us in charge of His churches and Kingdom Work, if His infinite wisdom and foreknowledge had not determined we were equal to the tasks that are held in the lap of this New Year, of large opportunities, hope and possibilities? Thus preserved and appointed as stewards of Christ for the year 1928, let us face, like flint, the duties that confront us, knowing that with Christ we can prevail. 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What is the matter with those feet?—See Dr. G. L. Scott, 712 Waco Phone D. 838-W. Rev. and Mrs. Crawford of Hutchinson were here for Rev. Button a funeral, Thursday. Mrs. S. Mozee returned home Saturday, from a business trip to Ft. U. Texas. Mrs. Barbara Perry who made a visit in Knott, has returned home. sail were called to Columbus, to the Mesdames M. Gilmore and Wood-fune, at of their sister who died in Kansas City, last week. Revs. Z. E. McGee, and J. H. Jackson, Omaha; W. C. Cartwright, St. Louis, Mo; N. J. Stokes Pratt; E. W. Perry, Oklahoma City; P. W. Pennick, Milwaukee; B. W. Lockett, Rev. and Mrs. Branch, Topeka; Mrs. McIntosh of Omaha, Nebr., are some of the out of town guests here for Rev. C. B. Burton's funeral, yesterday. Rev. Burton died in Omaha. Mrs. Jackson, the mother of Rev. Burton, of Oklahoma, was here with her son's body. Mrs. Mary Burney, mother of Miss recently. She lived in Hutchinson, Mrs. Ida Reed and Miss Hattle Robinson were indisposed last wee Robinson were club members. The Christian Bible Club will meet with Mrs. S. Williams, 616 N. Wichita, Mrs. Mollie Miller, Pres. Mrs. Mattie Ealinger Baccus, Sec. Mrs. Mollie Miller wishes to thank the C. B. table cloth which was lovely. Mme. R. J. Clark has been indisposed the past few months or so; she is improved. Mr. D. C. Chisolm, was a visitor of the week. Rev. and Mrs. J. E. Douglass had as their Xmas guests an uncle and a cousin. They also spent some of the holidays in Oklahoma. Master Walter Hutcherson was entertained by his parents with a uncle's narty lask week. 20 guests were present; each receiving a dainty souvenir made by the parents which was unique in construction. All enjoyed the afternoon and refreshments. are glad to note the improved health of Rev. R. B. Hudson, Selma, The friends of Dr. A. M. Townsend Nashville, Tenn., are sympathizing with him in the loss of his father. Mrs. McCullough of 1240 N. Moseley, is very much indoased at home. key, is very much misused in a home Mrs. Ida Ballance stopped in the office this week, in her usual round of visiting the slick. G. L. A. CLUB NOTES The members of the club met on Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. F. L. Barnett in her home, 1125 Cleveland. Current events of interest was given. "Legal laws of Kansas" was a subject by Miss Covington and discussed by the members. A delicious lunch was served by the hostess. Next week the meeting will be held with Mrs. F. Wilkins. E. B. B. Club Notes. The members of the E. B. B. Club met on Wednesday afternoon in the home of Mrs. A. L. Anderson. An interesting lesson study was "The Duties of Married State." 1 Cor. 34, 35 verses. The visitors were Mrs. W. E. Walters, Merrie Bernice Smith and Miss O. C. Cooper of Muskogee, Okla. Next week they will meet with Mrs. A. V. Taylor, 1601 Sherwood. AGED RACE MAN IN ROLE OF HERO (Preston News Service) FAYETTVILLE, N. C., Jan. 6. Jacob Elliott, aged 98 years, "got down sick" while in the country visiting relatives and friends, and this prevented him getting back to Fayetteville in time to share in the distribution of the James McAllister Christmas Fund, but it made an opportunity for him to become a hero. When he got out of bed the aged man started to walk to town to get his Christmas. About four miles up the river road he saw a truck loaded with lumber, go through a bridge into a swollen stream. Limping up to the scene of the wreck he found the driver pinned under the truck with the water almost over his head. Mr. Elliot managed somehow to get down the steep, slippery bank and got the imperiled man's head above the water and helped him to get himself out of his overcoat, which was holding him down and finally assisted him to safety. The driver had a severe cut on the head. Just as the aged man was getting the driver to safety an automobile came up and took the injured man and his rescuer to a nearby farm house. Then he took the aged man on to town and related what had happened. AT STATE CONVENTION AND AUXS. Telephone Market 3130 DAY AT WICHITA, KANSAS Monitor and Publisher. Assistant Editor 703—M. 6500. Advertising Agent St. M. 1663. Local Editress er, June 12th 1919, at the Post Office at 1879. TION RATES: $1.50 .90 .50. .20 at sign name whether or not it is to be per. We reserve the right to reject any at once when you fail to receive your e later than Wednesday morning will articles be brief, to the point and on NOTICE! PRATT, KANS. Jan. 10, 1928. To the Churches and Pastors of Southwestern District Association, DEAR CO-WORKERS: DEAR CO-WORKERS The object of this letter is to remind you that Jan. 23th will be Sacraficial Missionary Sunday. May I not say to the pastorless churches, write me at once if you want your pulpit surmiled with one of our pastors? This is your chance to get in full touch with the work and workers. Let me hear from you now, that ample time may be given to your request. Let all remember that every church in the entire District is expected to make this a banner day, first, for your own work, in numbers and finance. Also to take an offering of 25c per member as a special Sacraficial Offering for Missions, which is to be recorted at our February Board meeting. I beg to be your servant, NORRIS J. STOKES, Dist. Miss'y. ST. PAUL A. M. E. CH. The session of our Bible School opened at 9:30 a.m. At the close, the Junior Church held their meeting. A number of visitors were present. "The Value of Christianity" was the subject of the message by Rev. E. Conwell. The members of Stewardess Board No. 1 met Tuesday afternoon in the home of Mrs. Bush 714 Cleveland. The Junior Missionary Board met Monday afternoon at the parsonage. Rev. E. Conwell. At 11 a.m., there was a good attendance; a great spiritual message was delivered by our Pastor, Rev. C. E. Brooks. "The Power of Prayer, delivered to the young people by as the Only Medium to approach the Divine Being. Rev. Brooks preached again at 3 o'clock p.m. The A. C. E. League extends a welcome to all to attend their meetings held at 7 p.m., every Sunday. A meeting of the S. S. Officers, and Teachers was held on Tuesday evening. Ottawa News. All services at Bethany Baptist, were well attended, Sunday. S. S. opened at usual time with a good attendance. During the business period S. S. Officers were elected for 1928. Pastors Favors preached two wonderful sermons. At the morning service the subject was: "The Challenge to the Impossible Things." Text E: 14:15. And at 8 o'clock service the message was taken from Lev. 20:26; subject: "The Challenge to the Impossible Life." B. Y. P. U., was called to order at 6:30 p. m. After Church History Period conducted by the Pastor. Group 2 took charge and rendered a program. Mrs. Fred Johnson who is seriously ill was removed to Community Hospital, Sunday, where she underwent and operation, Monday. She is getting along nicely. Others ill in the community are: Deacon Litt Edwards, Mrs. Hannah Brown, Mrs. Emma Leonard, Miss Eugenia Roberts and Mr. Hy. Ball Mrs. L. E. Wilkerson of Pittsburg, is visiting her father, Mr. Thomas Page, who is an invalid and makes his home with another daughter, Mrs. L. F. Marshman. He celebrated his 84th birthday anniversary, Jan. 1st. The Senior Mission Circle was entertained at the home of Mrs. I. M. Hughes last Thursday. The average weekly attendance of the circle during 1927 was seventeen. Mr. and Mrs. Olen Wilson and Mrs. Anna Booker entertained a number of relatives at dinner Thursday day evening. Mrs. Harry Johnson and Mrs. Wilma Reed who have been on the sick list are improved. Mrs. Wooten of Chicago, Ill., and Mrs. Anderson of Marshall, Mo., worshipped at St. Paul's A. M. E. Church, Sunday morning. The recital given Monday evening by Mrs. Anderson, assisted by the St. Paul Junior Choir, was enjoyed by all present. Mrs. May Smith and daughter, Juanita and Mr. Washington of Chanute, spent the week end in Ottawa. Indiana Avenue Church S. S. opened at 10 o'clock with the Supt. at his post. Lessons were very good. 42 present. At 11 o'clock hour, quite an appreciative audience listened to Bro. H. J. Jackson. Christian Endeavor was very well attended. Subject of Jr., and Sr. Endeavor was "Prayer." St. Mark 11:21-26. At the opening, a short discussion was introduced by our Jr. teacher, Bro. Isaac Butler, subject: "How Best Can the Endeavor Help Put Over the Program of the Chur." Its gave some very helpful suggestions. Two minutes were given each speaker. Then the Endeavor proper was opened. On Sunday, Jan. 15, Bro. Alphin, National Field Worker will be with us in services. The public is invited to come.—Clara F. Neal, Reporter. $1.50 .90 .50. .20 The Negro Star—For the good of the People Your Paironage is Appreciated at CAMPBELL'S COFFEE SHOPPE "Home of Good Eats." FRANK CAMPBELL, Prop. 505 N. Main Street Wichita, Kansas RED STAR FLOUR Mon its flavor in the home, Thru its flavor in the bread. St. Mary Bapt. Church REV. J. E. DOUGLASS. PASTOR RUBIE CRANE, Reporter. Sunday was a successful day beginning with S. S., at its regular hour 9:30 with Supt. and officers at their post. The lesson was wonderfully outlined by the teachers of the different classes. The lesson was reviewed by the Supt. The Pastor in charge of the Evangelism period; at which time 20 came forward for prayer. At the 11 o'clock services, devotion was led by the deacons; afterwhich the Pastor delivered the message from Isaiah 43:23-24; Chief Theme: "God's Care for Israel as Their Creator." The Pastor preached a powerful sermon to aweil filled house. B. Y. P. U. at 5:45. The Union was opened by C. C. C. Conductor, Bro. Robert Saunders. The lesson was wonderfully taught. Ever Loyal Section had charge of the program; they also won the banner for finance. At the 8 o'clock services, after a short devotion led by the deacons; the Pastor brought a wonderful message from St. Luke 12:20; Chief Theme: "The Rich Fool." The Pastor preached a soul attiring sermon, seemingly, everyone enjoyed listening. Total receipts for day $117.73. Be sure and come to Mission Friday afternoon at 2:30. Sister Minnie White, President, RUBIE CRANE, Reporter. Leavenworth News. INDEPENDENT RAPT. CHURCH BEN. B. L. Washinton, Pastor Rev. B. J. Davidson, Pastor Jan. 8, 1923, the Sunday School lesson was indeed inspiring. There was a goodly number in attendance. Officers were elected for the present year; several were re-elected, as follows: Sister R. Bernard, Supt.; Bro. L. Brown, Assistant Supt.; Miss F. Pruitt, Secretary; Miss H. Lampkin, Assistant Sec'; Bro. W. R. Wilson, Treasurer; Miss L. Phillips, Organist; Mr. M. H. Reese, Jr. Librarian. Morning service was well attended the pastor preached a wonderful ser- mon; it was pleasing to all. We'd be at a loss without a great leader like our Pastor. The majority of the members go to him for advice on some of their personal affairs and are greatly relieved of their worries. Night service was well attended. God's services will live on no matter what may come and go; someone will stay in the field for His cause. The Busy Workers Club of the Ch, rendered a splendid program, Sunday afternoon with music, songs and readings. The club is doing nicely. Our President, Miss L. Willnams has been on the sick list for some time; but we hope she will be with us soon. Miss D. Hilbran is Vics President, she presided over the meeting, Sun. The Club members number 83. It was organized in Jan. 1927 and will celebrate its first anniversary the latter part of this month. The motto of this club is to keep un a cheerful spirit throughout the year. Our Pastor is a faithful member and has the club at heart. Mrs. Irene Bright is the founder of this club. She is a mother to all children with whom she comes in contact. Mrs. Bright is a music teacher, and is loved by all who know her. The B. Y. P. U., is a fine place to spend your Sunday evenings go and learn about Christ; there is always something to learn and somebody is glied to instruct us in the teachings of Jesus. The B. Y. P. U. of our church is striving to do a great work. Bro. W. R. Wilson is the indent of the Union; he is a wonderful instructor. The United Peace workers Club of the Independent Baptist Church is a wonderful club; this meets every Monday night; it is a wide awake club. The Pres., always springs something new and the members are always ready to take part with her; she has wonderful ideas about things and her plans are always sound, she puts over the program every time. Sister L. Crowder is President; Sister L. Hull is Secretary. The Meridian Height Club is a wonderful one; this club meets Tuesday nights. Sister Bean, President; J. S. LIVINSTON, Reporter. FORT LEAVENWORTII, — Monday night, Jan. 2 was celebrated for New Year, with a dance which was well attended by visitors from Leavenworth, and K.C. Although the ground was white with snow, when Pvt. Willie Sawyer started playing his saxophone, everybody forgot the snow was on the ground. The Det. No. 2 has a fine orchestra with Pvt. H. D. Lash, Instructor; if you don't dance, you will enjoy yourself sitting and listening at them play. They are known as the Fort Leavenworth Knight Hawks from the Land of Jazz. On Saturday, Dec. 31, Pvt. 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Her girl days were spent in Olathe, Kan. and Kansas City, Mo. She professed a hope in Christ when but a youth and grew up as a follower in the service of the King; she joined the church here 42 years ago under the pastorate of Rev. N. C. Robinson. She was united in marriage to Rev. John Smith at Joplin, Mo., 30 years ago she had 3 children, 2 boys, 1 girl which preceded her in death by her former husband; she moved to Cherryvale, 42 years ago where she has resided since. Sister Smith was an active member in every department of the church; she presided as Supt., teacher, president and clerk. She did not have the opportunity as we now have, having been born in the dark days, but was very intelligent. She organized the little mission hand, mothers' meetings and the willing workers but the height of her ambition was teaching the way to Christ and His Works. For years she put her whole life, heart and hands into the service of the Lord, lived an exemplary life, a worthy mother, a lover of her home and Ch. Peaceful, honest, kind and sincere to all who knew her; she took for her guide in all things, Jesus and His Holy Word.—The Bible. When she was able, she worked faithfully in the church; she first taught the younger children and helped to repair and make things nice so we could worship and rejoice in our Heavenly Father's Name in the little old church not far away, now standing idle of worship. Many happy days did she spend with friends who have gone on to a better land. She was always busy, working for the Master; years passed by still working hard we succeeded in having the pleasure of coming into the new Ch. She always took interest in the little children she organized for the children, the Mission Band. Every little tot was at work. She, at that time, was in the height of her glory and felt like she wanted to leave something for remembrance, and was the first with the mission band to raise money for the old old clock that now hangs on the wall, using its service, telling us when to come and go and as the minutes and hours pass away, telling us to we are nearing our journey's end. Strength failed and as she began to fail, she had a little hymn-book that she pizied very highly; though Feen-a-mint The Laxative You Chew Like Gum No Taste But the Mint As Druggists—15c, 25c she could not sing, but at times she would sit, and thinking of a better day, she marked out a song which we imagine he was picturing out her life and it reads: Only waiting 'till the shadows Are a little longer grown, Only waiting 'till the glimmer Of the days' last beam is flown. 'Till the night of death has faded From the heart once full of day, Till the stars of heaven are breaking Thio' the twilight soft and gray. Only waiting 'till the reapers Have the last sheaf gathered home, For the summer tide has faded And the autumn winds have come. Quickly, Reapers gather quickly, All the ripe hours of my heart, For the bloom of life is withered. And I hasten to depart. Only waiting 'Till the angels Open wide the peanly gate At whose portals long I've lingered Weary, poor, and desolate; Even now I hear their footsteps, And their voices far away. If they call me, I am waiting, Only waiting to obey. Sister Smith was sick oft and on 8 years and took everything peacefully and quiet and peacefully slept away in the arms of Jesus. She leaves to mourn one daughter, Mrs. Ida Teal, Cherryvale, 3 grand children and 3 great grand children, a few cousins and a host of friends to mourn the loss. She is resting, sweetly resting, In that mansion bright and fair, If we strive to do our duty, We will meet her over there. C. T. C. 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S. has been organized, with Mrs. Josie Cruz, and Thomas Henry, Sr., teachers. FOR WORK OF ANY KIND OF REPAIR OR PAINTING. OF PATCHING OR ROOFING. Call Douglas 7673 M. LIVINGSTON. FOR SALE NO CHAIN IS STRONGER THAN ITS WEAKEST LINKS. CRAWFORD-CRAWFORD REALTY COMPANY 600% N. Main St. Market. 3265 13th block on Mathewson, 16 choice building sites for sale. $350 per pair lots. $12.00 cash, $12.00 per month. We have several vacant lots for sale on E. 9th St., and in the 9th Blk. on Mathewson. We will build modern houses on any of these lots with a very small cash payment. modern, 3 lots, East frontage. Price 8th Blk. on Cleveland. 5 rooms, $2500.00. Cash $150.00. Per month $20.00. 9th Blk on Indiana, 4 rooms, 2 lots modern. Price $1800.00. Cash $150. Per month $20.00. modern, new. Price $3250.00. Liber- modern, new. Price $3250 00. Liberal terms. 10th Blk. Cleveland. 7 rooms, basement, corner lot, east frontage. Price $7250 00. Liberal terms. 10th Blk. Cleveland. 6 rooms, 2 lots. Price $1400 00 cash. 9th Blk. Wabash, 5 rooms, modern. Price $2850 00. Cash $100.00; Per month, $25.00. 10th Blk. Washington, 6 rooms, remi-modern, 2 lots. Price $1600 00 Cash $20.00. Per month $20.00. 10th Blk. Cleveland, 5 rooms, bath, basement, furnace, long living room, Oak floors, 2 lots, practically new. Will sell at popular price. 10th Elk. Piatt, 3 rooms, Gas, electric, 2 lots. Price $900.00 cash. Corner 9th & Water, one 9 room modern, and one 5 room modern house on corner lot. For quick sale $450.00. Liberal terms. 9th and Santa Fe. 5 rooms—semimodern. Price $1600.00. Cash $100 00 Per mo. $20.00. 10h Dlk. on Mathewson, 4 rooms, hard-wood floors, Gas, electric, East Frontage. Price $1800.00, Cash $100, Per month $20.00. 1010 E. Murdock, 5 rooms, modern. Price $1750. Liberal terms. 9th Blk. N. Water, 5 rooms, modern. Price $2200 00. Liberal terms. Corner Pine and Water, 5 rooms, We have about 150 other houses to offer at popular prices and liberal terms. FOR RENT 937 Wabash, 5 rooms, Modern. Per month $18.00. 946 Wabash, 5 rooms, Modern. Per month $18.00. 1148 Wabash, 4 rooms, gas, electric Per month, $15.00. 915 Wabash, 5 rooms, Modern. Per month, $17.50. 810 E. 3rd St. 5 rooms. Per Mo. $12.00- PROCESS —OF Second Quarter —OF THE— Twenty-Fifth A —OF SMOKY HILL RIVER M DISTRICT A —AND AUXILIARY —TO BE Wimbley Chapel Osage City REV. D. H. MARSHALL, PASTOR REV. G. T. RAIMEY, Moderator, LEWIS N. GRIMES, General Sec'y. OF THE Second Quarterly Board OF THE Twenty-Fifth Annual Session OF THE OIL RIVER MISSIONARY DISTRICT ASSOCIATION AND ITS AUXILIARY CONVENT TO BE HELD WITH Belle Chapel Baptist Ch Osage City, Kansas. MARSHALL, PASTOR—FEBRUARY 7 MEY, Moderator, 920 N. Clay Jun S, General Sec'y, 804 W. 11th St. J OF THE Second Quarterly Board OF THE Twenty-Fifth Annual Session OF THE SMOKY HILL RIVER MISSIONARY BAPTIST DISTRICT ASSOCIATION AND ITS AUXILIARY CONVENTIONS TO BE HELD WITH Wimbley Chapel Baptist Church, Osage City, Kansas. REF. D. H. MARSHALL, PASTOR—FEBRUARY 7th, 8th, 9th, 1928 REF. G. T. RAIMEY, Moderator, 920 N. Clay Junction City, Kansas, LEWIS N. GRIMES, General Sec'y, 804 W. 11th St. Junction City, Kansas. SPECIAL APPEAL All Balances Due the Association hoping you will make a special Effort of you at this Session, as we can not avention, District and Pastors. Therefors to stay on their small fields of la be the Association for 1926 and 1927. Take a special Effort to pay up in fuction, as we can not meet our obligation. Pastors Therefore it will be implem ent small fields of labor. We are aski All Balances Due the Association for 1926 and 1927, has been cancelled, hoping you will make a special Effort to pay up in full, the amount asked of you at this Session, as we can not meet our obligations to the State Convention, District and Pastors Therefore it will be impossible for the Pastors to stay on their small fields of labor. We are asking the Churches and its Auxiliaries and every Minister and deacon to do his best to pay according to the Association levy. Each church shall be responsible for its auxiliaries. Each Deacon is requested to send up 25c each quarter or One Dollar for the year by their Pastors. By this means only, is the Ministers and Deacons' Union supported; and unless this appeal is met by one hundred per cent, we cannot assist our Missionary Pastors, and therefore the small fields will be void of the Gospel Services and Kingdom Building. Send all moneys and letters to me, 840 W. 11th St. Junction City, Kans., until February 6, 1928; then after that date to me at Osage City, and oblige, LEWIS N. GRIMES, General Secretary. Ministers and Deacons' Union in Session President, Rev. J. W. Johnson, Presiding. 8.00—Praise Services conducted by Strong City Deacons. 8:20—Theme: "____" Rev. A. G. Mason, Strong City, Kansas. 8:40—Offering. Announcements. Adjournment. WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON SESSION 820 E. 3rd 5 rooms, Per Mo. $12.00. 822 E. 3rd, 5 rooms, Per Mo. $12.00. 1148 Indiana, 5 rooms, gas, electric. Per month, $12.00. 346 Mosley, 5 rooms, Per Mo. $15.00. 10th Blk. on Mosley, 4 rooms. Per month, $12.00. 1104 W. 17th St. 3 rooms, electric. Per month, $12.50. 1204 Mathewson, 4 rooms, gas, Per month, $18.00. 1700 N. Mosley, 5 rooms, gas, electric. Per month $18.00. 935 Ohio, 5 rooms, gas, electric. Per month, $18.00. 604 Water, 5 room apartment, Modern. Per month. $20.00. PROGRAM THE Barterly Board Annual Session THE MISSIONARY BAPTIST ASSOCIATION ITS CONVENTIONS HELD WITH Baptist Church, Y, Kansas. FEBRUARY 7th, 8th, 9th, 1928 120 N. Clay Junction City, Kansas. 804 W. 11th St. Junction City, Kans. for 1926 and 1927, has been cancelled, to pay up in full, the amount asked meet our obligations to the State Conore it will be impossible for the Paspor. We are asking the Churches and CLUB NOTES The L. O. Curature Parent-Teacher Association will hold its regular monthly meeting, on Thursday, Jan. 26th at 8:30 p. m. The principal speaker for the afternoon will be Major Bruce Ginith who will talk on "The School Training." Music will be furnished by the Buttielphayes Cone wresty of Music. All patrons and attendants are cordially invited to attend. PARENT TEACHERS' MEETING The Douglass School Parent Teachers' Association will hold its regular meeting at the school Jan. 20, 8:30 p.m. "Religious Training in the Schools" will be discussed. Mr. Melvin C. Dorett, Director of Religious Education for the Vichita Council of Churches, will speak. The Il Tau Delta Quercet of Vichita, University, will an All taurons and aliens are asked to be present. EOMRITIC ART CLUB The club met with Mrs. Fannie Durant in her home 115 Matthewsan Ave., Mendy, ar. 9. I欢迎 to call with recollation for the New Year. Round Table discussion: "Just as a man this keth in his heart, so is he," opened by the President, "Vice Lute, curl is participated very heartily. Mrs. Bryant, 'AMERICANISM' GENERAL SERVICE SCHOOL Detachment No. 2 G. S. S. Jan. 10, 123—Are we doing all that is essential to insure that in the present and future, this nation shall not only endure, but shall healthily grow and develop in full keeping with the advance of science and of civilization, while still sacredly preserving American ideals? Three hundred years ago this country was a virgin wilderness; today it leads the world in power, and wealth and in offering a desirabile residue for free men; how did it all come about? This nation wasn't invented, it didn't "Just Grow," it is an evolution due to the cannot effort of real men and women who, possessing high principles and high ideals, devoted their lives to them. It has cost much blood and treasure. It is ours to enjoy; ours to improve and glorify, and ours to perpetuate, and hand on to posterity. This means, we must ever defend it against all its foes, whether within or without; and the most subtle and dangerous foe is the one that works from within. This heritage is never to be regretted in the light of a personal gift, as we regard an inheritance of real or personal property; it is too precious, and other rights than our own are involved. The ever increasing complexity, and hurry of modern light are such that, unless purposeful effort be made to preserve and safeguard the national heritage, our oncoming generations may lose sight of those high ideals, adherence to which has wrought, this nation-ideals which we today, under the term "Americanism." Our forefathers sought these shores to escape oppression and tyranny, one form and another in a word for freedom. M. B. Talbert Y.W.C.A. The Annual Meeting of the Y. W. C. A., was held at the Branch Thursday evening, January 12. Mrs. L. C. McCullough, Branch Chairman, presided. The service of worship was conducted by Mrs. Emma Peterson; opening prayer by Mrs. Henrietta Gist. At the close of the devotionss, Mrs. N. B. Copeland sang "Father, Heal Thy Children's Call." Minutes of the last annual meeting were read by the Recording Secretary, Mrs. I. F. Bates, Mrs. W. L. Hutcherson gave the report of the Nominating Committee. Printed report of the work of the Branch for 1927 was given to those present. Miss Ruth Marie Brown and Mrs. Jessie Carter are the new members of the Committee. Mrs. L. C. McCullough, Mrs. C. P. Edwards, Mrs. P. M. Bell and Mrs. R. B. Hill were re-elected to serve another term. The Delta Nu Club presented a "Stunt," A Word to the Ys. This interpreted the work of the Association. "Why Phyllis Wheatley," a dramatic presentation of the work of the Colored Branch, closed the program for the evening. The Dunbar Girl Reserves were given a party at the Y. W. C. A., Saturday afternoon. Leavenworth News, INDEPENDENT PAPT. CHURCH Rey B J. Davidson Pastor Jan. 15—Sunday School opened at the usual hour. Supt. at her post. with choice words, presented as a gift from the club, a beautiful tea set to the president, Mrs. Bailey. Three new members were received. Hostess served a delicious menu and the club adorned. Ladies met Jan. 16 with Mrs. Vada Bailey, 1155 Indiana Ave. Response to roll call with quotations. A very pleasant business meeting. Embroidered featured the program for the afternoon. Mrs. B. A. Offut was accepted as a new member. A delightful menu was served. Club adjourned to meet with Mrs. S. P. Baker. 1125 Washington Avenue. G. L. A. CLUB NOTES. Mrs. F. Wilkins was hostess to the members of the club in her home, Tuesday afternoon. A discussion of "Kansas Laws" continued from last week, and other topics of interest were given. Mrs. Beatrice Gordon of Topeka was a guest of the club. They were served to a deliciouus lurcion. Their meeting will be postponed next week. The members have arranged to meet in a body and attend the Wichita Eagle Cooking school, conducted by Mrs. Mary Brown-Lewers at the Forum, Tuesday afternoon from 2 to 4 o'clock. The Pastor reviewed the lesson. Mooning and night services were very well attended. Miss Louise Johnson, recently came to Leavenworth, united with our church. Miss Johnson, in her testimony said that all Christians should unite themselves with some church to be identified with Christians. The B. Y. P. U., is progressing very nicely, striving to do a great work. Bro. W. R. Wilson, President is a faxed instructor. The Busy Workers' Club held their election. New officers were elected for the ensuing year; they are as follows: Miss Edith Sanders ... President Mr. Alvin Taylor, ... Vice President Miss Lucy Cohn ... ... Secretary Miss Florence Saunders ... Ass't Sec. Mr. Graham Cohn ... ... Treasurer The Cluo will celebrate its 1st Anniversary, Sunday evening, Jan. 20 The Choir of the Independent Baptist Church, elected officers for the ensuing year; they are as follows:— President ..... Sister Poynter Vice President ..... Sister Gilbert Secretary ..... Sister Scat Treasures ..... Sister R. Rich Chaplain ..... Bro. J. S. Livirgston Librarian ..... Dr. M. T. Gra Organist ..... Sister Bright Chorister ..... Sister R. Bernard Offices for Birthday Entertainments:— President ..... Blo. W. R. Wilson Secretary ..... Sister E. Gilliam Treasurer ..... Sister M. May Committee to select birthday gifts are as follows: Lister A. Bernard, Sister Calvin, Blo. Louis Brown. The United Peace Workers Club met Monday night, Jan. 16. The financial report of the the club for last year is $154.75; this cluo is doing a great work for the church. Bro. Louis Richardson is Treasurer of the club. He was given a vote of Thanks for attending every meeting in last year. Bro. Richardson arranged a program for the club; it will be on the 50th of Jan. Program as follows:— Program at Follows: Invocation... by Rev. B J. Davidson Opening Song "My Old Kentucky Home." I'm ... by Sister Clowes Dialogue ...weere and West Tr.o .... Doniphan, Poynter, Black Paper .... Slater Rich Trio .... Alfred, Hill, and Lee Paper on Fred. Douglass M. Hayden Quartet.W.R. Wilson, F. M. Hamilton, L. Brown, J. S. Livingston. Reading ... Ernie G. Williamson ton, L. Brown, J. S. Livingston. Reading ..... Ernie Gillam Dialogue ..... Graz and Richardson Mr. George Perry of Topeka, was visiting Richard Dixon, on Sunday, Jan. 8th at 1013 Ottawa St. FORT LEAVENWORTH NEWS The General Service School at Ft. Leavenworth, is a fine place for enlisted men as well as for officers. The men of Detachment No. 2 play a great part in carrying out the program which has been planned for the present school term men of this organization, always play their part in doing their duty. Major I. P. Swift, (white) in charge of the Detachment always speaks well of the men under his command. First Sgt. M. H. Reese is a soldier and a gentleman; he is liked by all the men in the Detachment. Sgt. Grajer of this organization has almost served thirty years in the army for his country and government. He will soon be placed on the retired list with a good monthly salary as long as he lives. The Negro Star—For the good of the People WATCH TOWER NOTES WATCH TOWER NOTES WTN You are earnestly invited to join with Christians of all lands in the "World Day of Prayer," Friday, Feb. 24, 1928. No pope, priest or bishop is needed. Every hungry soul may go to God for its individual self. WTN A great many revivals have been projected in various parts of our country and the pastors who are conducting them need the sympathy and prayer of us who may be ever so far away. Let all of us think of these meetings, whether we know where they are or not., and ask the blessings of God upon them. WTN It is said that a man in this city who had succeeded in saving $1800 through the boot-legging business, was called upon to pay such high price for his privileges of breaking the law to the men who were appointed to see that the law was observed, that the poor fellow was finally, robbed in various ways called legal, until he died in jail without a penny. Crime does not pay. In the various preachers' conferences throughout the country the question of the bad effects of lawlessness through the moonshine and bootlegging business should be discussed very freely and the preacher, of all men, should deplore conditions and make an effort to create sentiment so that this lawlessness may fear the gain and scorn of our own people as well as the officials (when they pass by. Bootlegging and moonshine must have recruits and one of those recruits may be your boy. You better help drive it out. WTN I am glad, by the help of the Lord God, and the united effort of our brethren the $50,000 00 which was to be paid on our Publishing House Jan. 6th was met. I understand that part of it was borrowed, which simply means relief of 60, 90 or maybe 120 days at the fartherest. Dr. Townsend and his Board must still look to the churches and friends for this money. Let our thoughtful brethren see the importance of a hard struggle now but an take-up a little later on. WTN "Deposits in labor banks in the United States now run to a total of $11,000,000,000. At the close of business, June 30, total deposits in 30 labor banks were $110,875,791. Accumulation of this enormous total of money is the result of only six years since the first labor bank opened its doors. Union Labor Advocate, Chicago, January 1927. And this was only two years after national prohibition went into effect Before that, as a rule, labor wen on a big drunk after pay lav and he nothing to bank but see the dire results of prohibition. WTN THE POLITICAL RELIGION OF THE NATION—Abraham Lincoln. "Let every American, every lover of liberty, every well-wisher to his posterity swear by the blood of the Revolution never to violate in the least particular the laws of the country, and never to tolerate their violation by others. As the patriots of Seventy six did to the support of the Declaration of Independence so to the support of the Constitution and laaws let every American pledge his life, his property, and his sacred honor. Let every man remember that to violate the law is to trample on the blood of his fathers and to tear the charter of his own and his children's liberty. Let reverence for the laws be breathed by every American mother to the living babe that prattles on her lap; let it be taught in schools, in seminaries; and in colleges; let it be written in primers, spelling books and almanacs; let it be preached from the pulpits, proclaimed in the legislative halls, and enforced in courts of justice. In short, let it become the political religion of the nation." Yours in His service. You're in his service, I. G. JORDAN, Historian N. B. C. Sgt. Grayer is a fine Christian gentleman. Pvt. Buster White, janitor of the Detachment Service Club, keeps everything well arranged in the club and keeps it nice and warm when the weather is cold; anyone can enjoy being in such a lovely place at that. The club is a dandy place for recreation. All visitors are welcome at our receptions. Watch the paper and see just when Sgt. Years' receptions are going to be so you won't fail to know. We wish to meet a large number of visitors at the Service Club, Det. No. 2; Be sure to come out and hear the program and hear our Orchestra Play. Pvt. Ellie Saxman doesn't lose any time with his Saxonone. Pvt. Sam Smith was married the week of Jan. 1st. J. S. LIVINSTCN. Reporter. standing spaakers including our own Frank Samuel of National Office. We were next to luncheon at the new Jayhawk Hotel. The afternoon was spent in conference and addresses from our National Commander E. W. Spafford, Donald Peppers and State Commander McCay. District caucus and evening entertainment at Jayhawk Hotel. A wonderful smoker was given us by the Jordan Patterson Post No. 319 at the home of Comrade Todd. We wish to thank Comrade Cannon, Comrade Todd and his good wife and all those who contributed in any way to make our stay so very pleasant. You can tie Topeka, but you can't beat it. Good luck to you Lew. White; Good Luck to you all. Greetings and thanks from Arthur Gossett Post No. 273 American Legion. THRIFTY N.Y. NEGROES BUY BIG APARTMENT THRIFTY N.Y. NEGROES BUY BIG APARTMENT NEW YORK CITY, Jan. 5-The purchase of a large apartment house at 223 West 142nd street by the Pioneer Negroes of the World, Inc. was announced Thursday of last week by the President, William L. Sherrill. The organization is said to be made up of former members of the Universal Negro Improvement Association who disagreed with Marcus Garvey over his scheme to redeem Africa as well as methods of handling local enterprises. Officials of the organization say that the acquisition of the property in Harlem is the beginning of the business program which the association worked out. Bronches in other cities will invest in property. It is worth real money to the farmer to be able to repair or sharpen his farm equipment without making a trip to town.-Engineering Division "says here watermellons are 1/4uh pound in Texas" You May T Suggestion "says here watermelons are 1/4uh pound in Texas" "Gee! Dad let's go down an' get one" It isn't a bit more so than the contention of some would-be critics of the electric light and power industry, that the cost of electricity is too high. "Let's go to Texas and get a watermelon. They cost nothing there," says Bobby. Yes that's a good idea—the carfare is only $27.30! It's the cost of getting the watermelon to you that you have to pay when you buy it from your grocer. The same thing applies to your electric service. If we charged you only on the basis of the present cost of producing electricity, our bills would be less than a quarter as large as they are. IT'S THE COST OF GETTING THE "What is being done by the Electric Industry Kansas Gas and "At You "What is being done in Kansas is being done by the Electric Industry all over the nation" Kansas Gas and Electric Company "At Your Service" (K. S. A. C. SPARKS) Milk drawn from cows affected with a bacterial udder trouble, known as garget, is sometimes called ropy. In reality, it is merely very alimy. It is almost impossible to strain alimy milk through cheesecloth. A cow may contract it from and udder bruise, by lying on a cold floor, or from faulty feeding. Some cows have the trouble frequently. In such case it is best to get rid of them. Others have it only occasionally and are cured by cutting down the feed and giving them a dose of epson salts and a teaspoonful of saltpeter in the feed each day for two or three days. Dairying Division. Attention! THE KANSAS BAPTIST STATE CONVENTION AND AUXILIARY BOARDS, that were to meet at the Calvary Baptist Church, Jan. 25 and 23, are postponed until Feb. 1 and 2. SEE OTHER notices in this paper and govern yourselves accordingly! ECHOES FROM C. & A. CONFERENCE --- Echoes from the Commanders and Adjutants' Conference held in Topeka, Kans., Jan. 9th. We were made welcome at the home of Comrade Todd of 1415 Quincy, Brainlaw of the Post, Adjutant L. T. Baker—Comrade Todd spared no pains seeing that we got our official calls made, one of which was at the Boys Industrial School where we found our own good friend Lewis D. White formerly of Hutchinson Reformatory. The new man in charge, assisted by officer Ransom, Parole officer Schemerhem and all the able staff of workers. We made a short call at the Kansas Vocational School where we were greeted by Mrs. Freeman, sister of Mrs. R. H. Banning. Monday, we went to the Capitol, where we were greeted by Gov. Paulen; we gave him our special invitation to attend our musical here Feb. 29th. Next, to Memorial Hall to conference, and there were greeted with several out- B. H. NEELY, Commander, L. T. BAKER, Adjutant. (Teston News Service) (K. S. A. C. SPARKS) ELECTRICITY TO YOU THAT MOUNTS UP. There's a network of wires, thousands of poles, elaborate transmisslon equipment of every kind which is necessary before you can get a spark of electricity. 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