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THE NEGRO STAR. FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE 1930 "THRU UNDIMMED EYES" By WILLIAM EDGAR BAILEY Kansas City, Kansas. (Continued from last week) aciously zealous to the uttermost degree, but conscientiously, Wrong! Death, not even death can change the immutability of truth. Being conscientious does not change the status of the eternal right. Whether belief, in your estimation, is immaterial or potential, it is at least a step in the process of logical thought; but means something, only when it is compatible with the standard of universal law. Superstition, belief, confidence, opinion and even faith, enter very largely into discussions of vital moment; but they must be substantiated by the acid test of reason, or they vanish like an aparition, harassed by the first baffling streak of the to believe or suppose—but to know, morning light. The test then, is not Let us proceed. Suppose A, a white man has committed a crime. There are evidences, circumstantial however, which involve B, an Indian, C, another white man, and D, a Negro. The case is reviewed, the testimony weighed. The burden of proof falls heavily upon the shoulders of B, the Indian, and in the final analysis, B is convicted. Now B, the stoic that he is, and in whose mind inferiority complex is a stranger, remains silent and unmoved. Had he been the same individual type as D, under this discussion, he might have said that such has happened, because of my being a red-man or Indian. B finds solace, however, in his being a victim of circumstances, but innocent. Now A, the actual criminal, would have accused C of the crime as quickly as he would have B; and D, as readily as he would have B or C. The uppermost thing in the mind of A, is to free himself of the accusation, having no care whatever as to the out-come. If he can extricate himself of the entangling web of evidence. Self preservation is the first law of nature in this case, as in any other. What was actually the case of A, would be the case of B, C or D, under the same condition of affairs. Any and all things which happen to Caucasians, do not happen to them because of their being white. For the self-same reason, any and all things which happen to Negroes, do not happen to them, because of their being black. There are results, having positively legitimate causes. I am of the opinion, that those of my group who believe that all things which happen to them, do so because of being black of being Negroes, should think soberly upon all acts, involving other groups, before leaping to fitful and irrational conclusions based solely on spurious conventions and blind belief. As a matter of criticism, you have already said whatever is corrective, remedy for black, is relatively corrective for white. I want to very frankly admit the righteousness of your contentions and while that is true, I want to further admit, that your belief of the existence of evil in one group, does not justify the practice of evil in your group or in any other, that your belief be well founded. Belief has its relative eject upon the one who believes, but no effect whatever upon the thing, the object of one's belief. Whether your belief is stated in positive or negative terms—facts remain silent, cold and immutable! As a Negro, let us say you have been mistreated. As a cause of your mistreatment, you susciption some individual white man. For the sake of argument, let us punish that your suspicions are not well founded, admitting that it is humanly possible to err in your judgment. Adjudged by the absolute standard of right, your accusation then is false the false, it is at least relatively true, because you believe it to be, and it has the same effect upon you, the believer, as the it were true. It is true that you have been mistreated by some one, but by whom? You have established the false notation however, that you have been mistreated by some particular white man. Since there is no compatibility between right and wrong, truth and falsehood—one false premise (Continued on Fourth page) TWO CHURCHES RE-UNITE Pastor Hayes, Assistant Pastor Green, Deacons Gilmore, Kirk Vaughn and Woods of Calvary, Wichita, motored to Eldorado, Sunday afternoon to encourage the re-uniting of the Union Baptist Church with the 2nd Baptist Church. Pastor Hayes preached at 3 o'clock from the text, "I am determined to know nothing among you but Chirst and Him crucified." Rev. Green offered a special prayer. After which a resolution was read which carried the desire of the Union Baptist Church to disband and be united with the 2nd Baptist Church. This document was adopted with no objection. A motion was then made by Rev. Martin who had been Pastor of 2nd Baptist Church, that the Union Ch., be received by the 2nd Baptist Ch. The motion carried without objection. Both churches being present, these actions were legen' We then alljourned and marched over to the 2nd Baptist Church, where the hand of fellowship was most heartily extended by the receiving church to the returning Ch. It was one of the happiest days in the history of the church. Both Rev. Washington and Rev. Martin have been used of the Lord, and we believe them to be men of God. May God bless them wherever their lot may be cast, and above all we pray His blessings upon the united body —Deacons of Calvary Baptist Ch. Kans. Vocational School The Booklover's Club met with Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Payne, Monday night, Dec. 5, 1928. The following persons were present: Mr and Mrs. W. L. Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Burke, Mrs. W. L. Wilkinson, Miss Flossie Hackley, Prof. Clement Richardson, Louise Richardson, Miss Milred West, Mrs. Eulaha Freeman, Mise Bertha Roberson, Miss Alice Clark, Mr. Nathan Nance, Mr. G T. Bryant, Dean Blake E. Moore, Mr. J. L. Thatcher, Mr. F. E. Harris. Mrs. Freeman, vice president, of the club presided. The following program was given; Current events, Miss Flossie Hackley; A Negro Poet, Miss West; Mrs. Freeman reviewed a short story. After the program a delicious luncheon was served. The first basketball game played on the campus was played last week between the faculty and varsity teams. The varsity team was victorious with a score of 21 to 7. Those playing on the faculty team were Messrs. G. T. Bryant, W. L. Johnson, C. E. Lee, J. T. Payne and J. L. Thatcher. The second clinic for this year was held at the Nellie John's Memorial Hospital, Tuesday Dec. 4. Dr. T. A. Fletcher of Kansas City, performed several tonsil operations for the students. The Married Ladies' Art Club met with Mrs. M. D. Hayes last Thursday afternoon in the reception room of Larimer Hall. Miss Bertha Roberson was the week-end guest of Miss Alice Clark at her home in Lawrence. Rev. B L. Marchant of Wichita, was on the campus, Sunday. St. Mary Bapt. Church REV J. F. DOUGLASS, PASTOR RUBIE CRANE Reporter. Sunday School, Sunday, Dec. 9th, Attendance was good; Review by Rev, J. D. Wilson, who made a very practical talk. The pastor took charge of Evangelism period; at this time 14 sinner boys and girls stood up for prayer. A special financial effort was put forth in the school period and $11.18 were realized. At morning service, after short devotion, Pastor read Scripture son from Matt 20:6; after which Rev, J. S. Wilson brought the message from Matt. 20.27,28; subject: "Greediness Through Service." The sermon was very helpful. At 3 p. m., the Pastor preached a soul stirring sermon at Tabernacle Baptist Church, from Ex. 5:2. The sermon was very good and helpful. At 5:30 C. C. C. was opened by Conductor, Bro. Robt. Saunders, attendance was good. Old Reliable, Section No. 2 was in charge of program; they also won the banner for highest finance. At 8 p. m., service was in charge of choir. Pastor read for Scripture lesson Job 14:1-13, after prayer by Rev. J. D. Wilson, Pastor chose, his text from Job 14:5. The sermor was full of truth and well enjoyed The sick are Bro. R. T. Bates, Joe Fletcher, Juanita Lewis. Urlal Reed, Sisters Sarah Graves, Rachel Porter. We are praying for them. WICHITA. KANSAS. FRIDAY, Dec. 14, 1928. THE FISK GLEE CLUB ITS RELATION TO THE FISK MUSIC SCHOOL Music lovers of Wichita, will have a rare opportunity of hearing thirty perfectly blended male voices when the Fisk Glee Club appears at Wichita High School Auditorium on Wednesday, January 9, 1929, under the auspices of Phyllis Wheatly Children's Home Board. The singers come from Fisk University in Nashville, Tenn.see where Jubilee Music was originated and made famous. The Club is under the direction of Mr. John W. Work, Jr., himself a Jubilee singer a graduate of the University and the son of two famous Juvenils singers Mr. Work has created a remarkable impression in musical circles both as a director of choral and ensemble singing and as a composer of Negro spirituals. This Glee Club of male voices is only one of the many groups of Fisk singers now singing their way into the hearts of people all over the country and in Europe. There is a quintet of Jubilee Singers in Europe on the concert platform. This group of professionals is the direct descendant of the original Jubilee Singers who went to Europe in 1873 and brought back money for the building of Jubilee Hall, the girls' dormitory. They will return to this country the first of the year and are booked for several concert engagements during the winter and spring. The Glee Club that will sing here on January 9, is a student organization of men. They sing for their school during winter and spring vacations, largely to bring the work of the University before the public. The Women's Glee Club is a new, sister organization under the direction of Miss Ruth E. Chapelle, teacher of Voice. This group will give its first concert in Nashville, on April 13. The Mozart Society composed of eighty men and women music students is the oldest choral organization in the state of Tennessee and has given over eighty concerts, including most of the standards oratorios. The Society is now devoting itself to the study of a cappella numbers, the music sung without accompaniment by the wonderful choirs of the Roman Church in the 16th century and by the Russian choirs in recent times. They will give several concerts this winter in large cities of Tennessee. The Society is directed by Mr. Ray Francis Brown, the head of the University Music School. The group that comes to Wichita. on January 9, is the most popular part of a great Music School with a musical tradition unexcelled by any school in the country. Air Ports Must Be Made Safer (Industrial News Bureau) Unless special care is used in the planning and construction of airports, danger of destruction by fire is high. The burning of an airport is an exceedingly expensive fire, when one considers the high unit cost of the airplanes kept in the hangars. Poor construction and inadequate fire fighting facilities are characteristics of the large majority of airports. Most of these fields are located remote from municipal fire department protection, and water supplies. With this view in mind, The National Board of Fire Underwriters prepared a set of proposed regulations for the construction and protection of airports which embraced the following important points: 1. Construction. Heights, areas, walls, floors, roofs, etc. 2. Hazards. Light and power, heating, "doping," house-keeping, smoking. 3. Protection. Automatic sprinklers, standpipes, first-aid fire ap-ences, public or private protection. In order to discuss these proposed regulations, a meeting of considerable importance to those interested was held in the Department of Commerce Building in Washington, D. on Nov 9th. About forty representatives of the Army, Navy and Bureau of Standards, transcontinental and interstate airways, constructors of airports, manufacturers of airplanes and The National Board of Fire Underwriters were present, at the Invitation of Assistant Secretary McCracken, of the U. S. Department of Commerce. Very little criticism of the regulations, as drafted was expressed; in fact, even more severe requirements were suggested by members of the airplane industry. YMCA The Committee or management of the Water Street Branch, Y. M. C. A., at their December meeting, voted to extend a call to Prof. G. B. Winston, of the Teachers' Training College, Winston-Salem, N. C., to become Associate Secretary to the present executive, W. L. Hutcherson For seven months, the committee has been in search of another success. Mr. Winston will come to Wichita, Jan. 1, 1929. He will have charge of the physical and recreational activities; and membership promotion, and will share some of the club leadership. He is a native of New Jersey. Received his college, training at Lincoln University, Chester, Pa, receiving his degree in 1921; and the degree in Theology 1924. Since then, he has been teaching in North Carolina. In Winston-Salem, he coached athletics, sponsored the Hi-Y and Pioneer Club work, in the local schools, in connection with the local Y. M. C. A. He has attended the Chesapeake, Summer School of the Y. M. C. A., and comes to Wichita, very highly recommended by the leaders of the "Y" in the East and South. The Water Street Branch will celebrate its 20th Anniversary in 1929. W. L. Hutcherson, the Executive Secretary, has been with the Branch since 1921 Under his leadership, the work in Wichita, has made fine progress and has received National recognition Strongest Bulwark Is Record of Service "When all is said and done, as to all branches of the utility industry, our strongest bulwark against the unfair critic—is our record of service.—On our record of performance we have justified private enterprises, publicly regulated, as being the best and most efficient means of rendering utility service to the people of this country; and in the future that record, made stronger by still better performance—supplemented by the use of all proper channels of information and publicity—must be our main reliance in seeking their continued favor."—by Hon. Geo. E. Cortelyou, before the American Gas Association. Osawatomie Doings EBENEZER BAPTIST CHURCH REV, R. G. GRIMES, PASTOR S. S opened at usual hour with a fair attendance. Lesson review by Supt. Quite a few absent on account of flu. Teachers of classes Nos. 3 and 4 were absent. Class No. 1 won the finance banner. Encouraging remarks by Misses Ida Smith, Cecelia Lewis and Maud Green. Class No. 3 won banner for attendance. Supt. Mrs. S. Reed and officers are preparing a Christmas program. At 11 o'clock sermon by the pastor on the theme; "Walking With God." This was a wonderful message, delivered with power; he brought to our minds the many ways in which we are not walking with Gdd, and in obedience to the word we have humbled ourselves and are willing to walk with God henceforth. Many Many sinners and friends came to hear him at morning and evening. At night service the Pastor brot't the message from, "Never a man snake like this." He showed the power that Jesus had when he spoke to the demons and to the diseased and so how that we as Christians should have some like power. One was reclaimed and added to Church. Several sinners came forward for prayer. B. Y. P. H., at 6:30, President, Mrs. Susie Williams, presiding Lesson taught by teacher, Mrs. Early Mea Smith, acting Secretary, An appointment of different ones to office is the means by which we are preparing them for the work of the Master, Mrs. Lena Henderson is appointed to teach the Union lesson next Sunday. At the close of the Union, the President presented the pastor a Christmas package for Mother Grimes in behalf of Union. At the close of church services president of the Mission Circle Mrs. Rosa Jackson presented the Pastor a Christmas package from the Mission Circle, containing gifts for father and mother Grimes, as the pastor will not come to us at Christmas time. THE PROBLEM OF CRIME SUPPRESSION THE PROBLEM OF CRIME SUPPRESSION (Industrial News Bureau) After commenting unfavorably on the futility of passing anti-gun-owning laws on the theory that such legislation, which affects law-abiding gun-owners as well as criminals, will help curb the criminal, The Indianapolis Star save editorialist. "If the law enforcement agencies of the state wish to improve crime conditions with a minimum of legislative enactments, they might center their efforts toward amending the present indeterminate sentence law. That law was designed as a reform measure, but in its application has become a greater evil than those it was designed to correct. It is a farce even to call it an indeterminate sentence law, since it operates almost invariably to free the criminal." There is certainly little logic in the belief that an anti-pistol law would deter a person, who by the very nature of his profession, is constantly moving in the shadow of the penitentiary. The advice of the Star would be good for many states where enforcement of existing laws and carrying out of court sentences would be more effective in curbing crime, than the enactment of additional legislation, creating new laws which many otherwise honest and honorable citizens would break, considering such legislation an infringement of constitutional rights accorder by the second amendment of the United States Constitution. Independence Notes MAPLE STREET BAPT. CHURCH REV. CHAS. TEAL. PASTOR Sunday School was opened at 9:30 by the Pastor, with devotional services; afterwhich the classes were taught by teachers, review by Bro. S. R. Wyatt of the young men's class. The women's Jolly Boosters' Club received the banner for offering but class No. 12, Sister L. K. Porter, instructor, was banner in attendance. The airship contest is nearing the close, with the American still in the lead. Morning worship began at eleven o'clock with devotional services. Scripture reading by Rev. Skinner; then a very good sermon by Rev. Cabbell, subject, "Who Is My Neighbor?" Junior B. Y. P. U., was held at 4:30 by Sister Chas. Richardson. Senior B. Y. P. U., was opened at 6:30 by the President with a real lively devotion. After the lesson study, Group No. 3 rendered an 85 per cent program. Review by Sister Porter Visitors at the Union included Miss Lilia Thompson of Muskogee, Okla., Mr. Hugh Roberson and Mr. Donald Burnett of Cherry vale. At 8:00 evening services began with devotions; after Scripture reading by Rev. Hill of Cherryvale, Rev. Skinner brought a never-to-be-forgotten sermon to an attentive audience; subject, "The ....." Attendance was large. In the afternoon at the St. John Baptist, ordination services were conducted for Bro. Ross. Miss Marie Thomas visited in Cherryvald, Sunday afternoon. Funeral services were conducted for Rev. McAfee of Wayside, Wednesday. Mrs Irving of Lawrence, aent the week with her daughter, Mrs. Bernard Watson. Funeral services were held for Harry Cunningham on Monday afternoon. "Receiving the Parson," a very good play was repeated on Tuesday night at the A. M. E. Church. Bro. Sims is on the sick list. Sister L. A. Davy is much better. A number of the A. M. E. members worshipped with us Sunday night. Many of our members are sick with flu. Mr II. Chism has returned home from the hospital in St. Louis, Mo., where he underwent an operation. Mrs. Hattle Stewart is in town with her sick husband; he is up able to be at his work again. Mr. Chism, after being froed from the hospital made a short visit to Chicago, with his sister-in-law, Mrs. Jimmie Smith, where he brought word that Mr. and Mrs. Braxton, former members of our church, are coming back to reside; how happy we will be to have them. Mr. Braxton was one of our deacons, and Mrs. Braxton, one of our strong mission members and secretary. Five Cents Per Copy THE NEXT FOUR YEARS (Industrial News Bureau) Above and beyond the vagaries of partisan politics, it must be apparent to any understanding and unbiased observer that the next four years of American government and business will undoubtedly be outstanding in our history. There can be no discounting the progress of the past. Great things have been done. But they are but a beginning of a more miraculous future; they are the basis for the development of a still unrealized greatness. Electric progress promises a new era for the farmer, and for industry. The radio is reaching that point of perfection where any person in the world may soon be in touch with his fellow men in any country. Our railroads are performing unprecedented service. The great field opened by the evolution of the airplane is in its very infancy. Progress such as this is the result of our American idea of encouraging private initiative and enterprise. We have been steadfast in our support of American ideals; the American social-inusdtrial principle of liberty of thought and action. Before there can be material progress, there must be a background of mental and spiritual progress and stability for the individual. It is our American consciousness—our feeling for the principles and institutions established by our forefathers—that makes all we have done and will do, possible. The potentialities and the possibilities for the next four years are unlimited. ONLY AN ADDED BURDEN (Industrial News Bureau) Edin S. Lott, President of the United States Casualty Insurance Company, states that the idea now being premulgated in New York, that compulsory automobile accident compensation insurance would relieve the courts of automobile liability litigation, and could be furnished at an estimated cost of $26 for each car owner, is as much of a delusion as the idea that there can be a slot machine that will pass out a dime in return for every penny put in. "It is true," he says, "that 'compensation' can be assured to all victims of automobile accidents in New York for an average cost of about average cost of about $26 per car, but only if the scale of compensation be low. And then would arise this dilema: Either compensation would be 'exclusive' (that is, exclusive of every right to full damage for fault), which would result in many cases of antraqueous injustice (by denying anything approaching to adequate damages for gross wrongs,) and in dissatisfaction amon the victims generally; or compensation would be optional," and then 'liability' insurance would still be necessary for financially responsible motorists and the cost of the commulsory compensation insurance would be additional to the cost of liability insurance. Moreover, with $26 as the average per car in state like New York, the cost of the additional compensation insurance, if the additional compensation insurance, if 'merit rated', would be somewhere about $200 per passenger car garaged in New York City. "The fallacy is that full coverage insurance, with light limits, is in effect promised at a price possible only for part coverage with low limits. "It is true that compulsory compensation insurance would relieve the existing courts of all automobile liability litigation, if compensation be made 'exclusive.' But 'exclusive' compensation, unless on a scale so high as to be excessively burdensome, would be obnoxious, for reasons already indicated, besides being probably unconstitutional. If, then, compensation be made 'optional', the existing courts would be only partly relieved of automobile liability litigation, the extent of such relief depending upon the scale of compensation. And in any case the relief of the existing courts would be more than offset by a large volume of compensation litigation in other tribunals to be newly created. "Consequently, as to the effects of scheme in relation to the burden of litigation: Relief for the existing courts, problematical. Increase in the burden on the public, certain and serious." RENEW YOUR SUBSCRIPTION Improved Uniform International SundaySchool Lesson (By REV P D FILIPWATER D.D. Dean Moody Bible Institute of Chicago (1) 1928 Western Newspaper Union) Lesson for December 16 LESSON TEXT—Acts 10 36-34; Rom. 10 1-4; Phil 2 23-30; Philemon GOLDEN TEXT—A friend loveth at all times PRIMARY TOPIC—Paul Writes a Letter to Philemon. JUNIOR TOPIC—Pauls Letter to Philemon. INTERMEDIATE AND SENIOR TOP CAMPUS & FIELD. FOUND PEOPLE AND ADULT TOPIC—The place of Friendship in the Christian Life. I. Paul Praying with the Ephesian Elders (Ats 2017-152). This incident reverses the real spirit of fellowship which I developed between Paul and the elders of the church at Ephesus. Knowing the self-ousness of his mission to Jerusalem and the probability that he would never see them again, he asked these elders to meet him at Milicus, that he might give them the proper instructions so as to enable them to meet the issues which confronted them. Before leaving them he knelt down and prayed with them. II. Concerning Certain Ones at Rome (Rom. 10:14). 1. Phoebe commended to the Christians at Rome. Phoebe was a Christian woman from the church at Cenchura who was making a visit to Rome. Her business is not defined, but it was such that he could ask the Christians not only to receive her, but to render to her the proper assistance therein. 2. He asks that the Christians greet Priscilla and Aquila (vv. 3, 4). The ground upon which this greeting was urged was their own loyalty to himself. III. Concerning Apaphroditus (Phill. 2:250). Not being able to revisit the church at Philippi, Paul sent his friend Apaphroditus to minister to them. Philomen was a member of the church at Colosse, Oneslmus, his slave, wronged him; perhaps stole from him and feud to Rome and there came under Paul's influence and was converted Paul sent Oneslmus back to Philomen with this letter. This is one of the most tender and beautiful letters ever written and the first antislavery petition ever penned. 1. The salutation (vv. 1-3). Ils alm was to touch Philemon's heart; he, therefore, refers to himself as a prisoner and links Philemon to himself as a fellow laborer in the gospel of truth. 2. Philemon's reputation (vv. 4 7). (1) Ils faith and love toward the Lord and all the saints (v. 5). Ils earnest desire was that this faith bear fruit in Christ Jesus. (2) Ils ministry to the saints (v. 7) Philemon generously ministered of his substance to the poor saints. 3. Paul's request (vv. S 10). He requested Philemon to receive back Onesimus, the runaway slave, as a brother in Christ. (1) Beceaches instead of commands (vv. 8-10). Though conscious of his right to enjoin, he pleads as a prisoner of Jesus Christ, for love's sake. (2) He pleads on the grounds of grace (vv. 11-14). He admitted that Onesimus had been unprofitable, had forfeited all claim upon Philemon, and that on grounds of justice his plea might well be rejected, and yet, because Onesimus was begotten in his bonds (v. 10), was in a real sense part of his own suffering nature (v. 12), he ventured to suggest that he should be accepted. (3) Paul desired that Oneismus be received back, not as a slave, but as a brother in Christ (vv. 15, 16). Here is the rent fugitive slave law. Paul never attacked slavery, though it was contrary to Christianity and therefore hateful to him, but emphasized the principles which destroyed it. The wise thing to do is to get men and women regenerated and thus transform society, instead of seeking change by revolution. 4. The birds upon which Oneismus was to be received (sv. 172). The debt of guilty Onesimus to be put to the account of Paul and the merit of Paul to be put to the account of Onesimus. This is a fine illustration of the atonement of Christ. Whatever wrongs we have committed, debts incurred—all our shortcomings are debited to Illum. Jesus Christ, on behalf of the whole universe, sald to God, "Put that to my account." Onesimus was taken back, not as a runaway slave, but as a beloved brother in Christ. 5. Paul requests lodging (vr. 22.25). He expected a speedy release from imprisonment and purposed to sojourn with Philemon. What a welcome he must have received! What They Realize Children may not understand all the readings used nor thoughts expressed in the family worship hour, but they do feel that this is a time when the whole family enters a holy place. God is made real, and family life is made a part of its plan and a thing within its care.—The Mainland Messenger. Good Company There is always good company on the highway of God. BY REV. J. W. HAYES. 615 Wabash Avenue SUNDAY, DEC. 16, 1928. Subject: God's Christmas Gift to the World. Text. Luke 2:11. A decree went forth from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed, (Enrolled.) Rome was at this time said to rule the world, and she required that each family register in his own city. Joseph's family went from Nareth to Bethlehem, (the house of bread) to be taxed. It was about the time when Mary should deliver her first Son, The Priest of Peace. The city of Bethlehem was of course crowded, the usual place of reception, therefore not afford acreception, therefore could not afford accommodation. Hence, the family of Joseph found quarters in the manger. When Christ was delivered, therefore, the manger was His cradle and the common clothing was his covering. God delight to honor the truly humble. The celestial messengers delivered their message to the humble shepherds, and a halo of glory accompanied Him. It is natural for imperfection to fear and tremble in the presence of perfection, but when it is a fear of love and reverence. Perfect presence gives comfort and ease. The angel's message was good tidings (Gospel, good spell) and it was for all peoples. John 3:16, holds forth the greatest Christmas Gift, "For God so loved," here we have given the cause of the gift, God loved. The degree of His love: He so loved: the expression of His love: He gave His Son; The unselfishness of His gift; His only Son! The universality of His gift, whosoever believeth; the promise in His gift. Eternal Life. Kans. Vocational School Mrs. Rush of McAlester, Okla., was a recent visitor on the campus. Miss Corine Bodine Thomas, a teacher in St. Joseph, was the guest of Mrs M. D. Hayes, matron of the girls dormitory, Thanksgiving. Miss Nannie Strayhorn, of Chicago, gava a very splendid piano Recital at the school, November 30th. She was assisted by Mrs. G. T. Bryant who played several violin solos. While at the school Miss Stayhorn was the guest of Madam Bertha Dickerson Tyree, the music instructor. Several members of the faculty spent Thanksgiving holidays at their various home. The students were entertained at the school Thanksgiving night with a movie, "The Rough Riders." Mr. Nathan Nance, Jr., a graduate of Howard University, and a former teacher at Western College, Kansas City, has recently accepted a position on the faculty of this school. Mr Nance came Sunday, Dec. 2. to take up his new work. The students had a social in the gymnasium Saturday night, Dec. 1. The entertainment was sponsored by the senior Class. Mrs. Clement Richardson, who has been ill for several weeks, is still immoving. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Carter of Topeka, and Miss Montiere Cox of Newton, visited the school, Sat., Dec. 1. Grouw No 4, in the Young People's Union, rendered the following program Sunday evening: Vocal duet, Dorothy Arbuckle and Herbert Barker accompanied at the piano by Mary Frances Jones; reading, Edison Terrell; piano solo, Mary Frances Jones; song by a quartet composed of Wilma Smith, Dorothy Arbuckle, Mayme Duke and Herbert Barker, Rev, Burlie Stamps conducted a Bible drill with the following persons competing: Mary Frances Jones, Dorothy Arbuckle, Nancy Cleveland, Wilma Smith, Walter Cleveland, Hugh Ecles, Edison Terrell and Herbert Barker. The girls defeated the boys. The play, "Her Honor, The Mayor" was given Tuesday evening, Nov. 27th, under the direction of Miss Flossie Hackley. The cast of characters were as follows: Lester Parminter, Candidate for Mayor; Frank Proctor, Hon. Mike McGoon; Political Boss, Woodson Davidson; Clarence Greenway, Eve's Brother, Dennis Roberson; Mrs. McNabb, Widow and Suffragette, Zella Wheaton; Doris Denton, Fiona Chief, Lucille Reese; Rosalie Myers, Chum and Representative of Candy, O., Velura Ulmer; Eliza Goober, "The "Culled" Cook, Evelyn Richardson; Eve Greenway, The Major Lester's Finance, Callie Armstrong. The K. V. S. Orchestra, under direction of Mr. W. A. King, furnished music during the evening. Madam Bertha Dickerson Tyree entertained the audience with several vocal solos. R. V. S. WINS SILVER CUP Splashing through the mud for a three mile.Jog the Kansas Vocational School boys won the annual fall marathon of the Missouri Valley Association on Thanksgiving morning. Five High Schools were to have participated in the meet, but for various reasons, only Lincoln High School of Kansas City, Missouri, appeared. The contest, therefore, was a dual meet between the two schools Missouri and Kansas. The Lincoln High School won first place through its runners; Humphrey.....First L. H. 17'-4" Birel Vaughn.....2nd K. V. S. 17'-50" Ches. Anderson 3rd, K. V. S. 18'-53" Powell Hill.....Fourth, K. V. S. Angel Anderson.....Fifth, K. V. S. Marcus Davis.....Sixth, K. V. S. George Steward.....Seventh, L. H. S. Riley Hill.....Eighth, L. H. S. Using the low point system Lincoln High School won sixteen points. Kansas Vocational School, nine (9) points, thus winning the silver cup for this year. The Negro Star—for the Good of the People WICHITA'S BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL INDEX DR. HUGH N. SIMS 601½ North Main Street For the latest methods in Removing Teeth, Without Pain. Do not keep infected teeth or roots in your mouth: They infect your whole system, They give you a bad breath, They give you stomach trouble, They make you cross and disagree- able to your friends. Call M. 3868 Home: D. 1095-J If not found at either Call Mkt 11.39 OFFICE PHONE: Market 3868. H. T. GEEDER, M. D. Office 601½ N. 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Cooper of Parsons, preached a long to be remembered and should never be for- gotten; sermon was full of the Holy Ghost, from Gal. 6:7, 8, 9, using as his subject, "Sowing and Reaping, hearts were made to burn as we list- ened this God-man. B. Y. P. U., opened by acting S. C. C., Lesson, "What Baptists Believe," tuaght by teacher, Group No. 1, remanedelied in their seats and rendered a very interesting devotional program and received banner. Rev. Starr gave some very good remarks on the lesson. Nite service, at 8:05; spiritual devotion led by Rev. Starr; Afterwhich Rev. Cooper delivered another strong message from Ezek. 37:11; subject, "Dry Bones In The Valley." Death is riding in Cherryvale, Mrs. Clay, wife of Mr. James Clay passed from this world to the great beyond Wednesday morning at 4 a.m., 606 S. Ninth St. from heart trouble. Mrs. Clay was born in Nashville, Tenn., June 15, 1876, 52 years ago. She was a strong, faithful member of the A. M. E. 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Phone Dou. 3753 American Telephone & Telegraph Co. Bell System 157th Dividend The regular quarterly dividend of Two Dollars and Twenty-five Cents ($2.25) per share will be paid on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 1929, to stockholders of record at the close of business on Dec. 20, 1928. COPELAND REALTY CO. Real Estate and Rentals. FOR SALE: -Houses and Lots in most any part of the City. See us before buying. List your property with us. Let us show you our listings. PHONE MARKET 7534 Delivered To your home or at your Grocer's. ```markdown ``` Rev B. B. Henry arrived Saturday from Columbus,, where he was assigned Pastor of the Carrollton, circuit during 1929. He will preach at Sandy Ridge C. M. E. Church, Sunday, Dec. 9. Mr. Willie Griffin of Greenwood, is visiting here this week. Mrs. Alex Coleman returned to her home in Greenville, after spending awhile in the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Shivers. Mrs. Mattle Love has returned from Durant, Miss. Mr. Henry B. Boykin of Greenwood, spent Sunday in the home of his parents, Rev. and Mrs. J. G. Boykins. Mrs. Lee Dunlap and children are spending some time in the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Shivers. John Campbell was out from the delta, Sunday, to visit in the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. R E. Campbell. Christmas is approaching; all who can are planning a happy time, while they are happy, don't forget some more poor person; may be they are Rev. L. L. Love, who has been in your community, would love to receive a small gift from you. vastoring on the Carrollton Circuit for 3 (three) years, was assigned to Columbus Circuit for another year. He went to his appointment, Sunday. Mr. J. W. Fort has returned from Corinth, where he visited Grand Lodge in that city. Miss Victoria Henly of Greenwood, was out last week for a visit with relatives and friends. Mr Ed Pleasant of Chicago, who was seriously hurt sometime ago, is much improved. Mr. Pleasant was for many years a Carrollton citizen. So often now you hear some people say, they don't feel like going to church; they don't like the pastor, or some of the church members; but feeling you can overcome by examining yourself carefully. See if you are perfect Note the fact that you have a charge to keep! your duty is what you are supposed to do. Vert L. Gardner of Indianola, was a business visitor in Greenwood, last Friday. Dr. M. A. Jones, Dave Capashaw, Waiter Turner and S. H. Banes motored to Alcorn College Thanksgiving, to witness the football game between Alcorn and M. I College. Messrs Monroe and Green McAlister of Chicago, came last week to visit their parents. The teachers of this district motored to Clarksdale. Friday to be present at the E. C. A. Mrs. Inez Reynolds returned Sunday after a short stay in Memphis. Miss Blanche Harris of Helena, Ark., is visiting her mother and brother for a few days. Miss Ollie Williams of Graysport, spent the week in Grenada, visiting aunt and sister, Misses Jessie Brown and Magnolia Williams Help your children plan their future; subscribe, for a Race paper, and let them read what other great men and women are doing. Fort Scott News Notes SHILOH BAPTIST CHURCH REV. WM. THOMAS, PASTOR Devotion was led by members of Ever Loyal Section; after which, Scripture reading by Rev. A. L. Torpley of Mason City, Iowa, Selection by Chorus. Prayer by Rev. S. Thomas. Pastor Thomas brought the message; text, 2nd Kings, 6th and 10th verses; subject, "Wasn and be clean. A very splendid sermon, enjoyed by all. At 1 p. m. Sunday School opened by Supt., Mrs. Ella Johnston. After devotion, classes were taught 20 minutes. Review by Rev. Thomas. Quite a few attended Sunday School. The girls' abdematica class is still holding the banner. 3 p. m., club No. 0 held their rally, Preaching by Rev. A. L. Tarpley; a splendid sermon was enjoyed by all present. He preached from subject, "Let not your hearts be trounied." Rev. Tarpley is a splendid Gospel preacher. 6:30 p. m. B. Y. P. U., was opened by acting Pres., Mrs. Evangeline Dotson. Ten minutes study course by acting conductor, Mrs. Ella Johnston. 20 minutes was given to Ever Loyal Section. They rendered a very fine program; five officers present, and program enjoyed by all. Attendance was good by the young people of Fort Scott. Evening service began at 8 p.m. Devotion by deacons; selection by choir; Scripture reading by Pastor; Prayer by Rev. S. Thomas. Pastor Thomas brought the message which was highly enjoyed. Text, Heb. 9: 24-26; subject, "The Choice That Moses Male." A great message. All departments of the church are taking on new life under the leadership of our pastor. When in Fort Scott, register at Shiloh Baptist Ch., and enjoy our new heating plant, that is being put in there. We are planning great things for next year if the Lord wills. Pastor Thomas has just returned from Cherryvale, where he attended the funeral of Mrs. Janie Bryant. Quite a few of our members are suffering with flu. St. Mark M. E. Church REV. W. C. CONWELL, PASTOR ERNEST NULAN, Reporter Sunday School was opened at 9:30 by Supt. Mrs. E. G. Hyde, and officers were present; after beautiful outlines and explanations by teachers; review by pastor. At 11 a. m., devotion by Rev. G. W. Williams. The Pastor preached an inspiring sermon to the stewards from Luke 16:2; subject, "The Unjust Steward." At 3 o'clock next Sunday the Union meeting will be at Rev. Gorhum's. At 5:30, Junior League was in charge of Mrs. Williams. At 7:30, E. E. Conwell instructed the Senior League. At 7:30 p. m., the usual devotion was led by our Pastor and a wonderful sermon by Rev. Hill, Hutchinson. Text from Haggal 2:4; subject, "Be strong all ye people of the land for I am with you." Welcome invitation extended to visitors to attend this church. The Negro Star—for the Good of the People Calvary Baptist Church 7:00 a. m.—Morning Watch. 9:30 a. m. Sunday School. 11:10 Morning worship. Discourse: "Mine eyes have seen thy salvation." 6:00 p. m. B. Y. P. U. 7:45 p. m. Young People's Fellowship Service. 8:00 p. m. Preaching, subject, "One Blood." Thursday night Buzaar—Pastor's Aid. Friday night, Mrs. Louisa M. Braxton and her singers will appear at Calvary. Prayer meeting Friday at 3:00 at 621 Wabash Avenue. Regular Prayer meeting each Wednesday evening. OTTAWA IDEAS Bethany Chapel, S. opened at the usual time. Attendance small. Review by Rev. Favors. Rev. Favors preached at both the morning and evening services. Due to the epidemic of influenza the attendance was small; many are the flu sufferers. B. Y. P. U. at 6:30, Group No. 3 had charge of the program. The Sr. Mission Circle will be entertained Thursday afternoon by Mrs John Stovall, at her home on East 8th Street. The Morning Star Club held a business meeting Monday night at the parsonage and the Busy Bee Club will meet Thursday night at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. Crith Mr. Clifford Spottsville is ill with an attack of pneumonia. Mrs. Green Hudson has returned home after a visit of several days with her daughter, Mrs. Forest Wilkerson. Mrs. Jennie Maddox, St. Joseph, Mo. visited friends and relatives in Ottawa, last week Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Fields and two children were-dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Crith, recently Miss Juanita Smith spent the week-end at Chanute, with her mother, Mrs. May Smith. Some of the friends of Rev. and Mrs. James Wilson, pleasantly surprised them Friday night with a large supply of eatables. Rev. Chas Favors returned from a business trip to St. Joseph, Mo., Saturday afternoon. Rev. Burbridge, with a number of the members of St. Luke A. M. E. Church, including the Jr. Choir were at St. Paul A. M. E Church, Sunday afternoon. Rev. Burbridge, preached and the choir furnished music at the 3 o'clock services. The Mothers' Congress Club will meet Friday afternoon with Miss Florine Gros as hostess. Topeka News Notes ANTIOCH BAPTIST CHURCH REV. A. L. BRANCH, PASTOR VIVIAN DUKES, Reporter. Sunday was well spent in service at Antioch. S. S., was good with the presents of a large number of interesting pupils; the various teachers were doing their bit. Review by the Supt., Mrs. A. L. Branch. At the 11 o'clock services our pastor preached one of his excellent sermons. At three o'clock, the pastor and members were in Union service at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. Rev. W. PAINT -- GLASS and all kinds of R. Y. ALEXAN PAINT -- GLASS -- SCREEN WIRE and all kinds of Building Material R. Y. ALEXANDER LBR. CO., 2055 N. 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Badges, Banners, Arm Bands, Pennants, Guides, Manuals, Charts, Record and Roll Books, President's Records, Treasurer's Records, Plain Buttons, Topic Cards, Senior and Junior Quarterlies, Blanks, for Committees' Reports, Pledge Cards, Invitation Cards, Anthems, Gospel Songs, Jubilee Song Books, Choir Caps and Robes, Bibles, Testaments, Hymnals. Works on Baptist Phone Mkt. 4310 B. Lockett, Pastor. 6 o'clock, our B. Y. P. U., was very much enjoyed. The small children gave the program. We always enjoy the junior's programs: A and B. Evening service was a good old time testifying meeting. LOVENIA DRANE, Reporter The Excelsior Junior Mission of Antloch met at the home of Miss evening, Nov. 27. All reported a Lovena Drane, 304 Klein St. Tues. nice time. The meeting held from 7:30 until 9:00 o'clock. The meeting was adjoined and assigned to meet at the home of Fred H. Clark, 1110 Locust Street next Tuesday evening, Dec. 4. Nestine Graves, President, Alberta Jefferson, Secretary. Mrs. L. Davis, Supervisor. Humboldt City News POPULAR GROVE BAPTIST CH. REV. MALE, ASTOR MARY M. MAYER, PHOTOGRAPHY Sunday School at usual hour with Supt. and teachers present. Preaching Service began at 11 o'clock; pastor preached an excellent sermon on subject. "The Power of Bod." Text Rom. 1:16, "I am not afraid of the Gospel of Jesus Christ." B. Y. P. U.. opened by Pres. R. T. Honeycutt. The lesson was taught by Key. Jas. Stovall, teacher. 8 o'clock, preaching services began; pastor preached another splendid sermon; subject: "Heavenly Choir." Text, Luke 2:10. Services were not very well attended, Sunday, on account of much flu alliments; in which most of the members are included. Some of the sick are, Sister Stella Cheney, Jenieve Tinch, Jacey Grub. The pageant sponsored by the Mission Circle Dec. 6, was very successful; It was believed to have been the best given in the church. The main feature in the pagan was to show that satan is at work in every walk of life. It was witnessed by a very good audience; many out-of-town people from Chanute and Iola, were there. RENEW YOUR SUBSCRIPTION Missionary Baptist State Convention Apportionment Plan Adopted at the State Meeting at Topeka, October 4-9, 1927 My Dear Co-laborera: 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 Con-Associations and Auxiliaries. ventions of the State and District The amount appended to the Churches to be paid monthly or quarterly to the State office, the able because the State obligations are due monthly. PHONE M.340 628 N. Malt LUMBER, MOULDING, FLOORING, WINDOWS AND DOORS AT THE MARSHALL LUMBER CO. "EVERYTHING FOR THE BUILDER" --- Manufacturer of Human Hair Goods, Hair Preparations and Toilet Articles. Send in order for any amount of goods Will be shipped to you at once, or PHONE MKT. 5726' FOR GOODS TO BE DELIVERED TO YOU 639 N. WATER ST. MME. R. J. CLARK WICHITA, KANSAS. 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 $350.00 to meet her regular monthly obligations a nd money to apply on National Convention requirements. Will you Brother Pastor and Officers give this your hearty support? The Pastor, as God's Keyman, please read this letter to the Church and ad them zorth in this much needed and business-like plan for our Convention. This plan was presented to the Ministers 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 play it will be the monthly regular plan. Please send something, be ginning this month. Please pray for our work as the Missionary Pastors must care 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 Supt. of Missions. Who will be first to enlist as a 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. Antloch, 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 100.00 21. Pleasant Valley, Rosedale 55.00 22. 1st Baptist, Eudora 25.00 23. Mt. Olive So. Park, K. C. K. 150.00 24. Jerusalem, K. C. K. 100.00 25. Geth-semene, Edwardsville 20.00 26. 1st Baptist, Tecumseh 5.00 27. 2nd Baptist, Argentine 25.00 28. Antloch, K. C. K. 15.00 29. 2nd Baptist, Bonner Springs 75.00 30. 1st Baptist, Quindaro 20.00 NORTHEASTERN DISTRICT ASSOCIATION CHURCHER 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 ..... 60 00 LUMBER, M FLOORING, AND DO THE MARSHAL "EVERYTHING FO 1845 Lawrence. MME. R. Manufacturer of Hum Preparations and P T B F I C V PROMPT MAIL Send in order for any Will be shipped to PHONE MKT, 5726' FOR GOOD 639 N. WATER ST. MME. 9 2nd Baptist, Hiawatha...... 10. 2nd Baptist, Horton...... 11. 2nd Baptist, Holton...... 12. 2nd Baptist, Tonganoxie...... 13. 2nd Baptist, Frankfort...... 14. 1st Baptist, Elmont...... 15. 1st Baptist, Valley Falls...... 16. 1st Baptist, Oskolosa..... SOUTHEASTERN DISTRICT ASSOCIATION CHURCHES Churches P. O. Yearly 1. Calvary, Coffeyville 175.00 2. Sardus, Coffeyville 125.00 3. St. John, Coffeyville 20.00 4. New Hope, Parsons 155.00 5. Maceodule, Parsons 60.00 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. Erie, Cherokee 35.00 18. St. John, Weir City 50.00 19. Mt. Zion, Galena 35.00 20. Mt. Olive, Baxter Springs 125.00 NEOSHO VALLEY DISTRICT ASSOCIATION CHURCHES Churches P. O. Yearly 1. Shuloh, Fort, Scott.....$150.00 2. Mt. Zion, Fort Scott.....75.00 3. Bethany, Ottawa.....150.00 4. New Hope, Chanute.....150.00 5. Olivet, Paola.....75.00 6. Ebenezer, Osawatomle.....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 .....6.00 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, Dunlap 15.00 14. Wimbly Chapel Osage City 15.00 15. 2nd Baptist, Hill City 20.00 16. 2nd Baptist, Nicodemus 50.00 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, Hoisington 15.00 18. El Bethel Hugoton 25.00 19. Pleasant View, Caldwil 15.00 20. 2nd Baptist, Weilington 20.00 THE NEGRO STAR OFFICIAL ORGAN OF BAPTIST ST. 1241 Wabash Avenue ISSUED EVERY FRIDAY H. T. SIMS, Editu W. S. Moore 3. H. Neely, 1305 Ohio Ave.-D. 370 Miss L. Covington, 501 N. Water St. Entered as second class matter, Wichita, under the act of March 5, 18 SUBSCRIPT One Year Six Months Three Months One Month The writer of any article must published. Write on one side of paper matter for publication—Notify us a paper. Articles reaching the office appear in the next issue. Let your one side of the paper. OFFICIAL ORGAN OF BAPTIST STATE CONVENTION AND AUXS. 1241 Wabash Avenue Telephone Market 3130 ISSUED EVERY FRIDAY AT WICHITA, KANSAS H. T. SIMS, Editor and Publisher. W. S. Moore Assistant Editor 9. H. Neely, 1305 Ohio Ave.-D. 3793-M. 6500 Advertising Agent Miss L. Covington, 501 N. Water St. M. 1665 Local Editress Entered as second class matter, June 12th 1919, at the Post Office at One Month The writer of any article must sign name whether or not it is to be published. Write on one side of paper. We reserve the right to reject any matter for publication—Notify us at once when you fail to receive your paper. Articles reaching the office later than Wednesday morning will appear in the next issue. Let your articles be brief, to the point and on one side of the paper. LOVE helps the soul to be patient long enough to understand, and understanding will solve almost any problem of life. TIIE going East of Rev. and Mrs. W. H. Young and Rev. and Mrs. A. W. Ross of Topeka, so closely one after the other, tells us the rising of the sun on eastern horizon is awaying its drawing power; may their successes be reinforced there. TIIE S. S. and B. Y. P. U. Congress Executive Board will meet with the First Baptist Church, Rev. O. C. Maxwell, Pastor, Jan 30, 31, 1928. You should have your suggestions maed for a better Congress, in Charleston, South Carolina, June 19-23, 1929 and get them to the Board so they can be considered for the program. LAST week marked the birth of The Wichita Pilot and Negro Democrat sheet, Mr. R. J. Clark, owner and editor and Rev. I. K. Hicks, assistant editor. We don't know whether this is an after mass of The Wichita Protest, or whether it is a brand new baby. We welcome it and hope it will find enough nourishment to live and grow fat. It is the first Negro democrat paper we have seen, so we believe it has the field all to itself. THERE is a dark cloud arising in the political sky of Kansas, and the mystic goddess of the wind is staying out of sight; if the Baptists are not very careful, when the storm has passed, there will be many things to regret. We would advise that all leaders of the state, would put forth every effort to hold what they have. Let trifles pass, and cement on the bigger thing in life. Any person desiring another person moved, should study the quality of the person, the reason for the change, could it be bettered if the change were made: what liabilities will the change incur on the cause? No person should be changed from an office on account of personal dislike. Suppose we weigh ourselves first, the cause next, and person, last and it may be we will have our eyes clear enough to see clearly the worth of the person we want to change. THINK!! KANSAS MUST FIND AN EXECUTIVE SECRETARY THE last election of officers, in Leavenworth, chose Rev. B. L. Marchant, as the Executive Secretary; he was able and qualified, but he asked for 30 days to study the work and let the workers study him. He has visited nearly every district, watched the programs and organizations and he now feels that the state is not ready for his missionary program and declines to hold this position permanently. He will however oversee the work until the February Board at which time, if the brethren will get self out of the way and pray earnestly, the Holy Spirit will have the right man ready for the place. We still believe it should be a good strong man, able to hold institutes, where the doctrines, policies and systematic giving could be taught, until every church in the state would become monthly regulars. This work should be so systematized until every auxiliary in the church would profit by the institutes. Let us trust God for a man for the task and He will have one ready. LOCAL NEWS Mrs. Rosa Rentz ..... of Arkansas City, daughter of Mr. N. R. Rentz, is very sick and Miss Lois Rentz has gone to be with her. Mrs. Mack Jones on East Murdock is very ill. Mrs. Evangeline Powell is reported ill with flu. Mrs. Angeline Dixon has been indisposed since her return from a visit in Oklahoma, with her father. Mrs. Mathewson and Mrs. Graves are reported indisposed. are reported Mrs. Susie Bradley was ill a few days of last week. Mr. Bradley and Mrs. Louise Clay are still indliposed. Mr. and Mrs. Anderson of the Anderson Entertainers' Co., were in the office this week on business. Those who heard Mrs. Braxton's group of singers when they were here some time ago, will be pleased to hear them at Calvary tonight. The friends of Mrs. Edmonson and daughters, sympathize with her in the loss of her daughter, Miss Vista Garner, who has been ill some time. Mrs. T. W. Fines was called to Little Rock, Ark., on account of the death of her mother. Mrs. Lillian Carter is enjoying a visit from her mother. Mrs. A. Chambers of Oklahoma City. Mr. L C. McCullough has been out of the city for a few days. Deacon Forkner has not felt very well the last few days. Rev. C. M. Hawkins, the recently assigned pastor for the C. M. E. Ch. ESTATE CONVENTION AND AUXS. Telephone Market $130 AT WICHTA, KANSAS or and Publisher. Assistant Editor M.-M. 6500 Advertising Agent M. 1665 Local Editress June 12th 1919, at the Post Office at 79. RATES: $1.50 .90 .50 .20 Sign name whether or not it is to be re. We reserve the right to reject any once when you fail to receive your later than Wednesday morning will articles be brief, to the point and on was in the office Wednesday and asked that The Star be sent to him. Mrs. D, C. Chisolm has been quite un, but is improved. Misses Lucia Hill and Mary Neely have been on the sick list. Mr. H. A. Stevens, forerunner of the Conroe College quartet, is in the city, arranging dates for their early appearance here. This quartet has traveled extensively in the United States; you will enjoy hearing them. ANNOUNCING THE new location of Kline Bros. Meat Market at 403 E. Douglas on your Topeka Avenue Transfer—The Kline Bros. have been serving the Wichita Public many years. Give their new market a call. Their Motto is, "Better Meats at a Lower Price." SATURDAY S SHADID GRO 1002 CLEVELAND Pure Cane Sugar—17 lbs ..... Sweet Potatoes ..... Corn ..... Head Lettuce—Large heads Jello ..... Potatoes (Pink McClures) ..... Flour—48 lbs $1.60; 24 lbs. Ripe Olives ..... Can Mackerel ..... Post Toasties—Large Pkg..... Matches ..... Peas ..... Peaches ..... Apricots ..... Coffee—Armholz..... Chinaware Oats ..... Country Roll Butter ..... Eggs ..... Pure Pork Sausage ..... Pork Chops ..... Pure Lard ..... Fresh Shoulder Roast ..... Snare Ribs ..... Sliced Bacon ..... SPECIAL 10 bars Big 4 Soap and Wash FULL LINES OF FRESH V FRUITS & M THE BIG SANT Pure Cane Sugar—17 lbs ..... $1.00 Sweet Potatoes ..... 6 lbs .25 Corn ..... 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A., Sunday, Dec. 16th, at 4 p.m. A play: "The Gift of Self" will be given by the Religious Education Committee Everyone is cordially invited. Invitations have been sent out to about 75 (seventy-five) boys and girls between the ages of 3 and 12 years of age to attend the Christmas Party at the Y. W. C. A. Wednesday evening Dec. 19th. Advisor of the various Girl Reserve Clubs are assisting the secretaries. The Dunbar School Girl Reservoir were the guests of the Douglas Girl Reservoir, Monday afternoon The time was spent in dressing girl and making scrap books for the Christmas Tree at the Y. W. C. A. Fifteen girls from the Intermediate Schools made Scrap Books Tuesday afternoon and fifteen from the Wichita High School dressed all day suckers, Wednesday afternoon for the Party. The Delta Nu Club held a most interesting meeting at the Y. W. C. A., Friday evening. All delinquent Y. W. C. A., Members are urge to pay their membership by January 1st. ST. PAUL A. M. E. CH. At the 11 a. m. services, our pastor Rev. J. II. Grant preached to a well filled house that had assembled to worship and listen to the great Gospel message. His subject "was, "Looking On the Bright Side of Life." He spoke of the power of thought, that controlled and influenced our lives. To look on the bright side of life, would bring joy, THE MT. CENTER M. B. CHURCH Four Miles North-East of Raymond, Miss. Dec. 29, 30, 1928—Rev. H. C. White, Pastor —PROGRAM— 1. Called to order by the President.....at 10:30 a. m. 2. Song Service.....by Bros.J. D. Denson, Frank White 3. Opening remarks.....by the President 4. Topic, "The Power of Love".....by Rev. R. Peterson 5. Introductory Sermon.....Bro. L. W. Williams Alternate.....Rev. J. B. Robinson 6. Collection and Adjournment for dinner. 20. Call to order at 10:00 a. m.....by Vice President 21. Modern Sunday School.....Mrs. C. A. Craig 22. Song Service.....by Bros. Timothy Tarving, R. Epps 23. Solo.....Mrs. Mollie Porter 24. Young People's Program, conducted by .....Mrs. L. V. Johnson 25. Response.....by Miss V. M. Pelt 26. Music.....by St. Thomas Choir, Collection for the Sick 27. Solo.....Mrs. A. V. Johnson 28. Missionary Sermon.....Rev. R. P. Johnson Alternate.....Rev. G. D. Mason 29. Collection and Report of Finance Committee. Each Member will have to pav 25c—We have no deaths. REV. R. P. JOHNSON, President, peace and sunshine. Our Bible School opened at 9:30 a. m with a splendid attendance. The Supt. of the primary department, Mrs. F. C. Helm, was absent, owing to illness. The Junior Church meeting was held at 10:30 a. m. At 6:30 p. m., the A. C. E. League held their meeting. A Pipe Organ Recital was the feature of an entertainment given Monday evening by the members of the Pastor's Aid Society. 20th Century Club Mrs. Anna Young was hostess to the T. C. A. Club, fuesday, novi- tate by Mrs. Maynard Lee. An介员, present, enjoyed the meeting, espe- cially listening to the chooses of the City Lereration, brought to us by Mrs. Jewel Lenson and Mrs. Cora Webster. Our annual gift exchange will be held at the next meeting at the home of Mrs. Louise Burks. Christian Bible Club The club met Dec 12, at the home of Mrs. Mollie Miller. President in chair, Lesson for the evening. "1) vers Opinion Concerning Christ." St. John 7. A dainty lunchon was server by the hostess. The club will meet Dec. 19th at the home of Mrs. L. C. Cash, 222 West Elm. President, Mrs. Mollie Miller, Sec Mrs. Hattle Baceus. The Junior Matron's Club of the St. Paul A. M. E. Church, met Wednesday evening with Mrs. N. R. Copeland, 935 Mathewson. The object of this club is to raise funds to help support the different departments of the church. The officers are Mrs Mattie Perry, Pres. Mrs. Zeralda Banning, Vice Pres., Mrs. Elizabeth Martin, Rec. Sec., Mrs. Dora Bronson, Financial Sec., Mrs. F. Castic Crutcher, Treas., Mrs. M. Copeland, Critic, Mrs. Beatrice Sexton, chaperon, Mrs Bertha Ray, Reporter, Mrs. Ora Carter was the guest to the club and favored us with a reading. The hostess served a dainty luchson. Will meet next week with Mrs. R. H. Banning, 1007 East 15th St. Trend Toward Wider Highways A future trend of road building will be toward constructing wider highways in addition to more new highways. For the past 20 years the good roads building movement has been an outstanding development of our national life. Highways passed rapidly from the luxury age to where they were necessities; today the community without sufficient paved roads is almost foredoomed to economic and social inertia. It is a great deal cheaper to build highways sufficiently wide to start with than to widen them later. The use of road oils and asphaltic materials make practical building of waterproof hard surfaces on thousands of miles of rural roads. OBITUARY Strangers and Visitors Welcome! Anna Olivia Powell was born in Nashville, Tenn., June 15th, 1876; the daughter of David and Anna Caroline Powell. The family moved to Baxter Springs, when Olivia was quite small, and she was reared and educated in the schools there. She also taught in the schools. She professed religion at an early age (17 years) and joined St. James A. M. E. Church, Baxter Springs, Kansas, under pastorate of Rev. A. M. Ward, and has been a consistent Christian and faithful member ever since Oct. 12th 1598 she was joined in Holy wedlock to Mr. James Clay of Baxter Springs. They moved to Cherryvale, after the birth of Marie, Roberta and Lizzie, and the other four children were born here. Mrs. city was also a member of Victoria Chapter O. E. S. No. 51, and of Ward Chapel A. M. E. Church, Cherryvale, No etery of the chapter. An Real Christian character, a devoted, loving wife and mother. Has gone leaving to mourn their loss, a devoted husband, and six children: Marie Roberta, Vernon, Lizzie, Irving and Winifred; five brother and three sisters, many other relative and a host of friends. She passed peacefully to her rest, Wednesday morning at 4 o'clock.—A noble soul has gone." "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord." Fence to her soul. St. Matthew C. M. E. Ch REV. C. M. HAWKINS. PASTOR J. L. GOODMAN, Reporter. Monday night—Board Meeting. Wednesday night—Prayer and Class. Thursday night—Choir Rhearsal. Friday night—Teachers' Meeting. The reporter is indisposed. Services throughout the day, Sunday, were good. Many of our members are sick. Stewardess Board met at the residence of Mrs. Offutt, Tuesday, Dec. 4, 1928, a delicious report was enjoyed. Stewardess Board No. 3's Tie and Apron Party was a success. Go to Church Sunday. "THRU UNDIMMED EYES" By WILLIAM EDGAR BAILEY Kansas City, Kansas. (Continued from page one) of necessity depend upon another false premise, to champion its right or its legality to exist. It naturally follows, that such a white man harbors malice and holds positive hatred against me, a Negro. When this becomes known, at the same time, for want of evidence, it becomes true. That is, it is believed true by a large number of my group. This condition existing, such a white man is branded as being a hater of of Negroes. Unless he has so expressed himself, the accusation is unfair—as he, and only he is the connoisseur of his soul's unexpressed emotions! The above thot't being firmly rooted, very frequently manifests itself as believing that all Caucasians are haters of Negroes. This is not only unfair to broadminded whites, who have proved friendly to the progress of all Negroes as well as fighting against oppression in groups of their own tribe, that all men might be free—but such an accusation strikes desperately at the root of progress so vital to the present day need of this black groun of which no present day thinker will hesitate to debate. What are the further results? Such disgruntled individuals of any group, becomes marose, sullen,—Carp at imaginary wrongs, beat amid the tall weeds of delusions for vipers that never creep, and strike frantically yet disconsolately at wily ghost which guards the highway to the open sesame of honest endeavor. After month, even years of friendship, because of incompatibility, individuals register a positive antagonism for each other. Some suddenly dissolve their relationship because of those perfectly human misunderstandings; while some on first sight, instantly form strong dislikes for other individuals, which seems inexplicably beyond the pale of human reason to control. Each of these above has been my experience with those of the Causasian group. In spite of this condition, not once has it occurred to me, in silence or in open rebellion, to vent my spleen defamatory to the entire group, however unrighteous the misunderstanding or bitter the behavior! If it is possible for me to dislike some individual white man at first sight, and not hate the rest of the Caucasian group,—it seems to me a matter of logic that he may be able to dislike any individual Negro without seeking to damn the rest of the Negro world. By whatever process of thinking, I am able to justify my act—by that self same process, any individual white man is no more or less culpable or blame worthy than am II. You may impeach my good intentions by saying, that I ask to free the white man of every iniquity perpetrated against the groups of men—do we ourselves stand conscience white at the bar of our own judgment. Is he, the white man so void of group conscience—so steeped in the bilge water of despair as not to look wistfully back? Forbid it that I should judge! Ask him—he is the captain of his soul's behavior What I am seeking to do, is to free you. Any man who is so bigoted of opinion as nob is granted to every man, regardless of his group, every right which he himself wishes to enjoy, or to tolerate his every petty fault under the law of human frailty, is not unquestionably free. A man may be at liberty to travel as far North as the parapet of heaven, and as far South as the day of judgment—yet no man is free, the his limbs be unfettered, with his conscience still in chains. I seek to free you, because I positively know, to act on mere supposition and blind belief is to follow the mirage further into the desert of despair. I admonish you, because I know it is then who think clearly and act consistently, who walk unhampered and unafraid thru the blaze of God's sunlight! Quiet, constructive thinking paralyzes fear, inspires confidence, revolutionizes the world, and changes the mind of God. G. L. A. CLUB NOTES Tuesday afternoon was Art and Needle work day for the members of the club. Their meeting was held in the home of Mrs. F. C. Wilkins. Topics of general interest were discussed. Names were drawn for the exchange of gifts. An elegant luncheon was served by the hostess. Next week they will meet in the home of Mrs. R. E. Letcher. E. B. B. CLUB NOTES The members of the club met on Wednesday afteroon in the home of Mrs. Lillian Carter. Devotions led by Mrs. Myrtle Gates. The lesson subject was, "Christian Fellowship." Mrs. A. Chambers, the mother of Mrs. Carter, who is visiting from Oklahoma City, was a guest of the Club. Mrs. Chambers made a splendid talk and encouraged the members in their work. They will meet next week with Mrs. Addie Anderson in her home, 928 N. Wichita St Get a can of FLIT today! FLIT KILLS FLIES MOSQUITOES Other Household Insects Feen amint The Laxative You Chew Like Gum No Taste But the Mint At Druggists—15c, 25c Seas ao By Serato. 8 Sas a — ‘ oS ee = BS ees ae ae st