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THE NEGRO STAR. FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE Vol.21, No.50, A. FLATTERING OFFER Secretary W. L. Hutcherson of the Water Street Y is being sought to succeed the late Dr. Bond of Kentucky, State Director for the Inter-racial Commission and State Secretary of the Y. M. C. A. for Colored Men and Boys. The fact that Mr. Bond was especially efficient is evidenced in that, he was a graduate of Berson College of Kentucky, and of the Theological Department of Oberlin College. He was not only a man of scholarship, but of wide influence. This honorable mention of Mr. Hutcherson to succeed Dr. Bond, is only one of the several flattering inducements offered Mr. Hutcherson in the last five years. This shows that in whatever walk of life one may be engaged, if he can play well, he will be sought. An ideal characteristic of one in position, is first of all, to make good in the present office, prepare someone to succeed him, and prepare himself for a higher office. Mr. Hutcherson is one of the most outstanding Laymen (perhaps I should say Lay Preacher) among the Christian workers. He has a good mind and is deeply spiritual. He will no doubt end his life in the ministry. We are hoping if it will please God Mr. Hutcherson will be impressed to remain with us. However, we encourage advancement. But we do realize that his place here in Wichita, cannot be easily filled. Only eternity will reveal his value in worth to the life of this community. The man power especially, has been decidedly strengthened. Mr. Hutcherson leaves Thursday night for Louisville, Kentucky, to prayerfully consider this matter with the powers that be. Should he be led to turn it down, it will be another evidence in his life of the fact that even Christian Laymen do not make money the major motive. For the financial difference between the present and the offered position, is from 5 to $800.00 annually. should the Lord lead Bro. Hutcherson to make this sacrifice, it is perhaps his way of impressing of the need of our local "Y" work, and the value of the contribution being made by Secretary Hutcherson. J. W. HAYES. Y. M. C. A. NOTES Capt. W. L. Hutcherson, for the past eight years, the Executive Secretary of the Water Street Branch, of the Wichita Y. M. C. A., has been invited to become the State Y. M. C. A. and Inter-racial Secretary for Kentucky. He has gone to Louisville, for a conference with the State Leaders. Mr. Hutcherson was just recently invited to consider the Executive Secretary-ship of two other splendid colored branches. The South Central Athletic Association will hold their annual basketball tournament in Wichita, March 28, 29, 30. This is the sixth annual tournament, and is expected to be the biggest and best ever. EDITOR'S NOTE The following editorial was taken from the Oberlin College (OhI) Alumni Magazine for March, 192). Our own Secretary, Capt. Hutcherson has been invited to become the Successor to Dr. Bond. He is spending the week-end in Louisville, in Conference with the Kentucky Y, M. C. A. State Committee. Dr. Bond had been a national as well as a state figure in the work for his race. He enjoyed the confidence of a large group of southern white leaders who were vitally interested in establishing better relations between the two races. He was a staunch and dependable aid to the interracial board which has its headquarters in Atlanta, Ga., and so effective was his work and his influence in Kentucky that this state ranked first along many lines of interracial activity, notably the National Negro Health Week. So high did Dr. Bond stand with with the Young Men's Christ in As- --- ANNOUNCING THE CONTEST FOR A FREE TRIP TO CONGRESS IN CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA, GOES MERRILY ON. The Contest is open to individuals, Sunday Schools or Districts. The first prize is a free trip to the Congress; the second prize is tuition and board to the Summer Assembly at the Baptist College at Ottawa; and the third prize is expenses paid to the Summer School at the Kansas Baptist Theological Seminary, at Topeka. Contestants, should enter at once. For any information write the Secretary, Miss Lois G. Irres, 722 West 11th St. Junction City, Kansas; or H. I. Monroe, 112 Clay Street, Kan. Rules of the Contest are that the awards will be made the last day of the State Sunday School Convention at Ottawa, and reports must be made on or before two o'clock of that day, to the Committee to be appointed to handle the contest. If the District Convention, is entered, the amount must be the amount over $70,000 above the Districts protrata to the Convention. H. I. MONROE, President. Talbert Br., Y. W. C. A. The Dunbar Girl Reserves had an interesting Health Program, Thursday afternoon. Dr. H. T. Geeder gave a splendid talk on "Health." Health Posters were exhibited and two stunts by the girls were especially good. The Grade School Girl Reserves will give their Annual Father and Daughter Banquet, Friday evening, March 22. Dr. F. L. Barnett will be the speaker. Mrs. B. L. Marchant talked to the High School Girl Reserves Wednesday on "Charm in the Home." This is the first talk in a series to be given to this group. The talks are offered by the Educational Committee of the Branch of which Mrs. H. T. Geeder is chairman. Mrs. Helen Duke, advisor for the club was absent because of illness. The Friendship Club sponsored by Mrs. Daisy L. Brown is taking a course in Art. Mrs. Mary Carr is the teacher. The House Committee met Wednesday afternoon. Qualities of a Leader" was read by Mrs. L. A. Edwards and discussed by those present. The following were present: Mrs. L. A. Edwards, Mrs. Flem Fort, Mrs. Harweil. Mrs. J. W. Dixon and Mrs. H. H. Wilson. The Educational Committee met Friday evening. Devotions were conducted by Mrs. Geeder. Plans were completed for the Charm School; the first talk was given Wednesday. Those present we e: Mrs. H. T. Geeder, Mrs. John Baker, Mrs. Homer Pery, Misses Harriet Harper. Dolly Thompson and Josephina Butler. Girl Reserve Advisors met Wednesday evening. Misses Hughes, Woodard, Lannagan, Hill and Van Leu were present. The Hi-Y Club had charge of the program at the Athenian Literary Society, Sunday afternoon. Renorts of the Hi-Y Conference held in Tulsa, Okla., were given. The Membership Committee announces a Membership Drive beginning April 15, ending April 25. Clinic, Wednesday from 2 to 3 p. m. ANOTHER RACE MAN UPWARD Last week we failed to mention that Mr. J. H. Banning of Ames, Iowa, was a government licensed Aviator and was passing through to California, to start a non-stop flight from Los Angeles, California, to New York. He is a member and officer of the Bessie Coleman Aero Club, with four years of flying experience; and is an instructor. RENEW YOUR SUBSCRIPTION sociation that he was the choice as a delegate to the World's Y. M. C. A. Convention in Europe in 1920. He directed the conduct of Y. M. C. A. conference for colored boys and girls in all parts of the state, and was an active promoter of the summer camps for colored boys—Louisville Herald-Post. The sudden death of Dr. James Bond shocks all who have an appreciative knowledge of his career. His loss is one that will be seriously felt not only by his race, not only by this community, but by both the blacks and the whites of the whole state. His labors in behalf of a better interracial understanding and good feeling were zealous and incessant. His realization of the nature of the problems whose solution he sought to promote was so intelligent, his breadth of mind and catholicity of character were so pronounced, that his people could have had no saner leader, nor one with whom all the people, regardless of race, would have been happier to co-operate. Louisville had no more useful citizen nor one whose memory merits more honor. —Louisville Courler Journal. PAROLED 24TH INFANTRYMAN NEW YORK, Mar. 15—With the release of Charles Banks all but one of the former 24th Infantrymen, of whom 67 were sentenced to life and long term imprisonment for alleged participation in the Houston riot of 1914, have now been released. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, has championed these colored soldiers from the time of the Houston riot, has received a letter from Banks, saying he has now been released on parole, is in Chicago, and offering thanks for the great assistance" reroded him by the N. A. A. C. P. Special Legal Assistant and other officers. Bank's case was called to the attention of the Parole Officer at Leavenworth Barracks, by the N. A. A. C. P., last August and his case has been carefully followed up. CLIPPED HERE AND THERE BY "HUTCH" Dr. Charles E. Jefferson, Pastor of the Broadway Congregational Ch., New York City, was recently asked: "Has a Christian done his religious duty on Sunday if he listens to a sermon over the radio?" Dr. Jefferson replied: 'No. To the aged and infirm and to all who are shut in by d.sease or by duty, the radio is a precious blessing from God. But to many others the radio is an insidious temptation and may prove to be a bighiting curse. A Christian owes it to the community to move through the streets on Sunday morning toward the house of God." "I would like to have everybody believe in me but whether they do or not I want to always live so I can believe in myself." One man can throw a monkey wrench into a piece of machinery, and stop it from running, that perhaps required one year for 100 men to build and make it run." "Many men are lazy physically. Most men are lazy mentally." Most men depend upon initiation, rather than upon initiative." "One excellent definition of ignorance, is thinking you know more than you really do know." "Put a hat on that is too big for you and you look like a peanut head. Get into a job that is too big for you and it is the same thing." Seven of the ten members of the New National Cab net in China are Christians. Two are Secretaries of the Chinese Y. M. C. A. OBITUARY Mrs. Swanie Wheaton, daughter of the late Rev. and Mrs. A. W. Wahler, was born Dec. 25, 1874 at Fayette County, Tenn. She came to Chef yale, Kansas, with her parents when a young woman, where she had since resided. She was 54 years 2 months and 15 days old at the time of her death. She was married to Walter, son of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Wheaton on Jan. 11, 1902. She professed a hope in Christ, Feb. 1502 and lived a consistent Christian life. Always willing to do the thing that was right. In the community she was a good neighborhood. As a mother, she was kind and loving. As a wife she was true and devoted. She is survived by her husband, Walter Wheaton and four children, one reared: Mrs. Catherine Reddin, Misses Vola, Blanche, and Louis enn. two sisters, M.s. A. Meado and Mrs. Gilgert Taylor of Topka, Kansas, and a step-mother, Mrs. A. W. Walker, and a host of other relatives and friends to mourn the loss. God in His infinite power, doth all things well. Emporia Hearings ST. JAMES BAPTIST CHURCH CORDYLA E. YOUNG, Reporter S. S. opened at 9:45 by the Supt. Bro. W. E. Carter. The lesson was reviewed by Rev. W. L. Roberson. Banner Class No. 7; taught by Mrs. Glass. 11 a. m., after song service by the J. Choir, Rev. W. L. Roberson of Kansas City, ascended the rostrum, chose his subject from which he delivered a wonderful sermon. 6.00 p. m., B. Y. P. U., was opened by President, Sister Vivian McKlnney; Bible quiz by the President. Remarks by Rev. Roberson. Banner Class No. 2. 8.00 p. m., after song service by the Sr. Choir, Rev. Roberson chose for his text, Matt. 10:18; subject, "The Church of Christ," from which he preached a soul stirring sermon. The B. Y. P. U., will present the cantata, "Palms of Victory," next Sunday. The Mission Circle met at the home of Mrs. Berryman Holt. A delicious dinner was served. SENTENCED FOR LIFETIME NEW YORK, Mar. 15—Robert Bell, young colored boy, who with Grady Swain, has been convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to life imprisonment, according to reports reacting the National Association for the Advance nent of Colored People. The case of Grady Swain is being tried this week. The two boys, tortured and terrorized to make them "confess" the time, enlisted the aid of a white atto.ney, W. J. Lanier, who obtained the aid of the N. A. A. C. P., in appearing from the death sentence imposed after the first trial, and in obtaining new trials for the two friendless and helpless children. The N. A. A. C. P., sent contributions of $450 toward the legal expenses in the case, out of its Legal Defense Fund, and offered to mach dollar for dollar up to $500, any sums raised in Arkansas for the defense of the boys. The sum of $230 in addition was sent by the N. A. A. C. P., pursuant to this arrangement. The cases of the boys may be appealed to a higher court, if grounds for appeal can be found. LOCAL GOVERNMENT MUST FOLLOW SUIT LOCAL GOVERNMENT MUST FOLLOW SUIT Under the budget system which has been in force for eight years, the Federal Government has been placed on a sound basis efficiency and unified control. In June, 1921, when the budget system went into effect, the entire Government structure was permeated with extravagence. Expenditures for that fiscal year, exclusive of debt reduction, were about $5,000,000,000; interest charge alone was more than $1,000,000,000, and outstanding indebtedness was nearly $24,000,000,000. Each succeeding year has brought an ever-increasing improvement in the business of the government. Expenditures have diminished until in 1927, exclusive of amount applied to debt reduction, they were below the $3,000,000,000 mark, or $2,000,000,000 less than in 1921. The public debt has been reduced to $6,667,000,000 with a total saving in interest alone from this and refunding operations of $963,000,000. Four reductions in taxes have returned to the people approximately $2,000,000,000 a year which would have been required had the revenue act of 1918 remained in force. Two and one-half million people have been entirely relieved of all Federal taxation. With the Federal Government leading the wav in reducing the cost of its affairs, thereby lowering taxes, it is now up to states, counties, and cities to follow suit. E. B. B. CLUB NOTES The members of the club met in the home of Mrs. Turner, 1023 Ohio. There was an interesting lesson study Mrs. Christine Hare, Mrs. Carl Thomas, Mrs. Beatrice Anderson, Mrs. Henry. Mrs. Irena Smith was hostess and served an elegant luncheon. They will meet next week with Mrs. Eva Woods in her home, 510 N. Water. The Emporia Wizards defeated the Abilene Panthers. Thursday nite in the High School Gym. Mrs. L. Boyd has returned to her home after spending some weeks visiting her daughter in Lacygne. We are glad to see Mr Jobe out again. Miss Cordyla Young was hostess to the following guests Saturday nite celebrating her 18th birthday: Misses Addie Gandy, Charlaine Smith, Christina Banks, Mabel Murray, Jennie Wilson, Maudesta Albright, Arla Harvey, Gersaldine Bell, Lucille Ross, Sydna Brown, Peral krey, Margaret Burney, Jewel Bailey, Nola Moore, Bernice McBrier Minnie and Naomi Gandy, Matts and Dorothy Tyler, Elsie Starr and Cordyla Young; Messrs Calvin Murray Bob Lyons, George Curry, A. J. Ho'der, Albert Burns, Frank Taylor, Dave Burton, Dave Brown, Pay Mack, Manuel and Theodore Gandy, Bob Snow, Sam York, Edgar Lewis, Willie Collier, Joe Pratt, Tyree Mack, and Edward Henderson. The color scheme of pink and white was carried out. Refreshments of brick ice cream, take, mints and ham sandwiches were served. The evening was spent in the usual way. Miss Young received many lovely gifts. The one of importance was a portable victrola. 'MY VIEWS' THE NEW TESTAMENT-CHURCH AND ITS MISSION IN THE WORLD." By W. H. HILL, Pastor 1st Bapt. Ch. L. B. Clayton St. St. Joseph, Mo. (Continued from last week.) After thanks from those who sent in favorable letters from the article las tweek, we desire to say that this conlation of this title is a s o r e r for criticism, favorable or unfavorable. There are other divine institutions in the world given by God to man; such as marriage and the Sabbath, but neither of them Lears the same relationship to Christ as the church. "And hath put all things under His feet, and gave Him to be the head over all things to the Church, which is his body, the fulness of Him that filth All in All." The fere translation of this is: Those in whom He dwells make up His spiritual body. "So we being many are one body in Christ, every one members one of anber." "The Church is the plow and ground of the truth;" "The Brode of Christ." The church possesses seven fold unity, one Lady, one spit, one hope, one Lord, one faith, one Lptism, one God and one Father of all Eph. 4.4-6. With this New Testament Church there is a division of talents. Aposies, messengers sent forth from God to redeem and save mankind, Heb. 3:1; Prophets, inspired to see the pending conditions of the church's good or bad. Evange lists, the itinerent preachers who are not stationed at any church, pastors who are stationed at a local congregation to oversee and superintend the affairs of the church with no limited to serve. Acts 20:28. Teachers who are found in colleges and seminaries, training young ministers for the preaching of the local church, who are deacons to assist the pastor in the work of the church. (To be continued) WATCH TOWER NOTES WATCH TOWER NOTES South Carolina Baptists in general, and Charleston Baptists in particular, will give the Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. Congress a great welcome in June. WTN Morris College, Sumter, S. C., is one of the most outstanding schools owned and manned by Negro Baptists in this country. They owe $4,000 which they hope to pay and burn their mortgage, leaving then a one-fourth million dollar plant free of debt with more than 600 students enrolled and Dr. Starkes, the wizard man, president. We found in South Carolina, first, what seemed to us the lighted churches we have ever seen. Second, we found at Georgetown, a stifling young pastor who is the generation of preachers in his family; third, a summer school of puits 1,000 children where any lost article on the grounds or about the buildings is found, it is handed the teacher so it may be returned to the owner; fourth, a pastor who has three sons, all college men, all preachers, and all engaged. A good son makeh a glad father; fifth, at Columbia, Prof. John R. Wilson whom the Baptists so signally honored in his state and nationally, now behttling their efforts in making literature for themselves. The Executive Board of the Convention, making a program for their next meeting which meets in May through the arrangement of Pev. Charlie Brown, one of the most outstanding preachers of the younger set. We stopped a while there with Doacon Goode, head of an Insurance Company, founded by the late Rev. A. P. Dunbar, SUNDAY. MARCH 29. 1929 "At no previous day has there been so great need for wise, courageous and spiritual leadership as at it present, for at no previous day have our young people been so persistently and subtly assailed. They are resentful of sham, they are keenly critical of every attempt to guide them. In every provision for them, in every approach to them, love must crowd out effusive sentimentality; pretense must yield to truth; genuine devotion must avoid the semblance of patronage." WTN "Nations must think straight and their leaders avoid the odium of a double standard—one form for display and one for une." "All of our church activiti-als, with moral or spiritual objective, accentuate the importance of stewardship, not as an academic theory, but as a vital factor in the whole round of duty and privilege." L. G. JORDAN. Five Cents Per Copy ADVICE TO TEXAS DEMOCRATS NEW YORK. Mar. 15—Will Rogers, the famous monologist, is quoted in the New York Times of March 15th on the attempts of Texas Democrats to restrict membership as follows: Now here is a tip to my good friend Dan Moody, the Governor. When a child is born of what is suspected of Democratic parentage, brand it with the letter 'D' on the left hip. Then at the election time, just run 'em through the chute and talk 'em. Will Rogers' comment will be of interest and amusement to Negroes throughout the country, because of the attempt made to exclude Negroes from the white Democratic primaries. It will be remembered that the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People took to and won in the United States Supreme Court, the now famous case of Nixon vs Herndon, which decision nullified attempts to bar Negroes by legislative action from the so-called white primaries. The Advancement Association is now contesting a similar attempt to bar Negroes by means of legislative authority given to the political parties to determine their own qualifications of membership. POWER AND FARM PROFITS A recently issued Department of Agriculture bulletin on the farm power means more profitable and comfortable agriculture, and that the most economical power is from the large inter-connected electrical systems. "Power and labor together represent on the average about 60 per cent of the total cost of carrying on farm business," says the report, "and since these, are two items directly subject to the control of the farm operator, great opportunities exist for cutting down production costs through the adoption of more efficient and less expensive types of power units, and by a more extensive use of power to replace human labor." This decisive statement is then proven by a question-and-answer arrangement whereby the costs of different kinds of power are compared. By this is shown that the use of one horsepower for one hour costs the farmer 25 cents if botained from a horse or mule or a private farm electric plant, and 15 cents if it comes from a small central station, but only five cents when supplied by a large central station. It is stated further that a large percentage of farms are using expensive power and that 30 per cent of the present 16 billion horsepower hours now used yearly on farms could be efficiently electrified. The value of farm electification is no longer problematical; it is an established fact. It can be safely said that before many years the farm without power service will be outmoded as a present day farmer using tools of a past century, REDUCED RATES TO CONGRESS REDUCED RATES TO CONGRESS The railroad authorities have granted reduced rates to Charleston, S. C., on behalf of the SUNDAY SCHOOL & B. Y. P. U. CONGRESS which meets in that city, June 19-23, 1829. ROUND TRIP TICKETS can be purchased at all local offices for ONE and ONE-HALF FARES. In order to secure this ROUND TRIP passage, messengers are required to furnish the Local Ticket Agent an IDENTIFICATION CERTIFICATE. These CERTIFICATES can be obtained by writing to the Congress Headquarters in this city. Bear in mind that the ROUND TRIP TICKET must be purchased before you leave your home. You cannot get the benefit of this reduced rate returning unless the ROUND TRIP TICKET is purchased in accordance with instructions herein given. It is desirable for messengers living in the large cities to agree upon some one to handle these CERTIFICATES, and thus prevent two or three persons in the same city from sending in for large batches of them. We are required to pay for the printing of these CERTIFICATES. It is necessary, therefore, for all parties concerned to see to it that needless CERTIFICATES are not called for. As soon as messengers to the Congress have been elected and their names and addresses sent to this office, we will be glad to furnish them the CERTIFICATES needed. For further information concerning railroad rates, etc., address the CONGRESS HEADQUARTERS, 409 GAY STREET NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE. E. W. D. ISAAC, Director General Mr. Oliver Lee is here from Emporia, visiting his brother-in-law, Mr. London Harness. The colored basket ball Loys went to Emporia, Thursday, to play the Emporia colored basket-ball boys Rev. Smith of Salina, is here preaching for the revival meeting The Worth While Group gave a wonderful program, Sunday. Mrs. Ed. Harness from Junction City, was here Monday, visiting Mrs. Josephine Glisson. Miss Esther Chaves spent Sunday in Junction City, visiting friends. A family gathering was giver for Mrs. Grace Lewis, in honor of her 42th birthday, March 15. Light refreshments were served and everyone enjoyed the affair. Mr. and Mrs. C. Jordan of Clay Center, was in Abilene, Sunday. Mr. Lloyd Hart took the basketball ball to Emporia Tuesday. Mr. Nathan Helm is now driving a Chrysler. The club met March 7th with Mrs. Tivis as hostess. The entertainment committee. Mrs. Maybelle Austin, Chrm., made a report of the cooks and roll sale; from which a nice sum was realized. The Topic for discussion was—"Housing Problems," opened by Mrs. L. K. Bowers. The club met March 14th, with Mrs. Brown as hostess; opened by repeating the Lord's prayer, led by Chaplain. A report from the committee on the Revision of the By-Laws, was made. The program was, "Origin of St. Patrik's Day." Report of Criti-, Mrs. Mayme Moore. Quotations—Favorite Authors. Services were good all day Sunday with us. The Bible School and both the Senior and Junior Departments were well attended; full of pop and spiritual life. Pastor hall preached morning and evening. 11:00 a.m. clock subject, "The Agencies in Temptation, and How to Overcome Them." It was a powerful message. Text 1 Peter 5 8. It was giving out advice about the best way to Watcen Satin, the Devil our Adventary, who seeks to overpower or conquer Christians. At the conclusion of this service two united with the church. Evening services were largely attended. Pastor's subject: "The New Testament Church." This message was a power within itself, setting forth the fundamentals of the church, its standing in Christ's stay in earth. Pastor Hill and members worshiped with Rev. D. Favors and members in the afternoon at Eilwood. This service was under auspices of the laymen of the church. Pastor Hill, preacher of the hour, used as a subject, "Christian Stewardship of Talent Development." At the conclusion of this message, 15 sinners came forward for prayer. The spirit surely was with us in this meeting. The B. Y. P. U., is sponsoring a popularity contest. Mr. and Mrs. Herald Spangler are the proud parents of a fine boy. Bio. Samuel Cook died Monday at 8:13 p. m. and was buried from First Baptist Church, Thursday afternoon, pastor Hill, officiating. Bro. Henry Owens is reported at doing rice y at State Hospital No.2. Miss Elen Walker of East Clayton St. died Friday, was buried from Grant Chapel A. M. E. Church, on Monday. Miss Walker was formerly of Lathrop, Wo. Deacon Willis Williams motored to Excelsior Springs Sunday with his wife for the benefit of her health but because of not having a respectable place to stay, she returned with him. Mrs. Lela Lewis of this church, is in the Sisters Hospital for an operation. We hope her a speedy recovery. Coffeyville News Notes The services at the Calvary Baptist Church for the week of the 3rd to 12th or past two weeks, were at as high pitch as usual. The Sundisee player meeting led by Sister Josie Bardford was very well attended. Sunday School opened at 9:30, F. Bailey, Supt. 135 pupils present and each teacher in his or her place with well prepared lessons. An aide teacher of the school is the Adult Bible Class Teacher, our own Dr. P. D. Skinner. The 11 o'clock service was well attended. The Pastor, Rev. S. A. Williams preached a wonderful sermon on "The Scenes In The Upper Room" continued from last Sunday. Theme "Feast of The Passover." Point No. 1. Communion and Fellowship: No. 2 Meeting With Christ; No. 3, Humility. At 3 p.m., The Starlight Band, under supervision of Mrs. Rosetta Tomlin, rendered a splendid program. We were pleased to have with us, the Humming Bird Singers of Tulsa, Okla, who sang at both the morning and afternoon services. All church goers and music lovers enjoyed a real treat. These singers are Christian young men, each having a distinct voice that harmonizes with the others. We have to hear them again soon. The offering for the little Starlights, was $12.00 for which they were very proud. B. Y, P. U., was called at 6.50 by the President, Miss Rella Gertrude Maddox. Our Union is improving, and the attendance is increasing. Section No. 1, with Miss Leona Gunter, leader, manages to keep ahead; was, "Thanksgiving," taken from Iaa, Illis at object was, "Why Com- although Section No. 2, Elisha Hauks, leader, rallies hard to get the banner. At 8 o'clock, Rev. P. D. Skinner preached and taught from the 6th chapter of Romans. The principal thought: "After regeneration, the spirit within us Rues the Body, and Controls our Actions." We are always glad to listen to Rev. Skinner. His sermons are helpful as well as educational to all bible students. Kans. Vocational School Mrs. Eulala Freeman entertained the Booklovers' Club at her home in Topeka, 201 Jackson St., Monday evening, Marrigh 4th. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Wilkinson, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Payne, Mrs. Bertha Thatcher, Miss Floissie Hackley, Miss Bertha Robinson, Miss Mildred West, Mrs. Louise Glover, Miss Alice Clark, Irof. Clement Richardson, Mr. G. T. Bryant, Mr. W.A. King, Mr. F. E. Harris, Jr., Mr. H. M. Hunter, and Mr. B. E. Moore. The following program was rendered.—Current events, Mr. Payne; review or novel, Mrs. Tatcher; review of a Negro poet, Mrs. Freeman. At the close or program a daily luncheon was served. Little individual takes were brought in all abaze with lighted candles; the occasion being the birthday anniversary of Mr. S. Students and faculty members H. Tarbet, Mrs. Freeman's uncle, "attended" the inaugural services in Washington, Monday, March 4th, by way of radio. Mrs. Alice M. Little, of Tulsa, Okaa., who has been here several days at the bedside of her son, Wallace, who is recovering from an attack of pneumonia, has returned home. Prof. Clement Richardson enter the Campus Club at his home, Thursday afternoon, March 14th. The sextet, composed Ancil Anderson, James Smith, Dennis Robertson, Birel Vaughn, Mrs. Laura Anderson and Reba Medock, under direction of Mme. Birtha D. Tyree, went to Ottawa, Sunday, March 17th to fill an engagement at the First Baptist Church, with Negro songs. Mof. Clement Reedson gave a talk on the Ameri.an Negro, on the program. Miss Erma West and little Barbara Jane West, of Emporia, were the guests of their Sister, Mildred West, Sunday. K. V. S. defecated the Lawrence High School team 32-27 in a basketball game Saturday night, March 16th, in Lawrence. A number of students, teachers and employees attended the game. Among them were: Mrs. Harriet Maze, Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Payne, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. L. Thatcher, Misses Mildred West, Bertha Roberson, Alice Clark, Louise Ri. hardson, Mrs. Louise Glover, Mr. F. E. Harris and Mr. Louis Lee. K. V. S., also defecated Ottawa, Friday night, March 15th, in Ottawa. Friday night, March 15th, in Ottawa. Prof Richardson spent Froday in Salina, Kansas. Hutchinson Gleanings A very pretty patty was given Friday night at the Carey Golf Club by Mrs. Rosie Perkinson. The L'Ouverture Club of Wichita, was her special guests. Mrs. Duke of Wichita, is president of the club. The idea of St. Patrick's Day was carried out, both in the decorations and the luncheon service. This was the most elaborate party that has been given in Hutchinson, for some as Mrs. Perkinson is a charring hostess. A chartered bus brought 58 guests from Wichita. The Local people in attendance we e: Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Eloadus, Mr. and Mrs. Thornton Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Chuster I. Lewis, Kesdames Lena Anderson, Saphrona Fratt, Manis Pope, Geo. Karnan, Misses Addie Brady, Iloyse Sydnor, Francis Cowe, Louise R. Roten, Mr. Raurice Rhoten, Roland Fuller, Mrs. Mary Coleman and Miss Kaulina Coleman of Sterling, Kansas, Mr. and Mrs. Solw ons, Kansas. Special musical numb berg were given by Miss Ade Baily. The Senior boys and girls' choir of the 2nd Baptist Church gave a program that is really unexcelled. Sunday afternoon to a large aud en e Miss Berrice Reed acted as mistress of ceremony. Those on program were.—Soo, Chester I. Lewis; Duet bv Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Johnson; election, The Melody Makers; Violin solo, Vern Watts, Jr., and a reading by Viola Reynolds. Mrs. Anna Kelly, present police matron made an interesting address, which was enjoyed by all. Rev. J. P. staves has been called as temporary pastor of Tabernacle Baptist Church. He has been carrying on a revival and has had much success. Rev. J. H. Ralney of Great Bend is on the sick list. He has a way been a favorite among Hutchinson pupils. Hutchinson, is becoming a center for big attractions here of 'late: In April the Masons have a two days' affair; July the K. of P., Grand Lodge; in August the Masonic Grand Lodge; July 4th and August 4th are two days that will be celebrated and The Kansas State Paid in September. Rev. N. J. Stokes of Pratt, was a St. Mary Bapt. Church REV, J. E. DOUGLASS, PASTOR MRS. MIRKLE SAUNDERS, Rep Visitor in the city last week. Rev. S. S. Jones of Muskogee, Okla., was at St. Mary's Baptist Ch. on Thursday evening, March 15th and showed tech most interesting Biblical pictures that have ever been in the city of Wichita. Every one was benefited and enjoyed the pictures of the old countries and especially of the Holy Land. On Friday evening, the 15th, he rendered us a most soul stirring sermon; his there The Negro Star--for the Good of the People ELEVENTH STREET COAL YARD 1005 East Eleventh Street QUICK DELIVERY PHONE MARKET 2062 HENRIETTA DELIVERED BY THE SACK OR TON We have all kinds of BAR GAINS in REALESTATE both in RESIDENTS and BUSINESS DISTRICTS. Good Homes can be purchased from $1500.00 to $4,000.00 in the best parts of the city. We also have some real bargains in BUSINESS DISTRICTS. LLOYD REALESTATE & LOAN CO. Market 6581 WICHITA, 925 Ohio Ave. KANS. LUMBER, MOULDING, FLOORING, WINDOWS AND DOORS AT THE MARSHALL LUMBER CO. "EVERYTHING FOR THE BUILDER" 1945 Lawrence. Mkt. 5897 Full and Fresh Line of Groceries and Meats,-Fruits and Vegetables. Court House Phar- plain?" taken from the 107th Psalm. Rev. Jones has many old friends and members in the city, who were very glad to meet him again. Sunny school opened at usual hour with Supt. and staff of officers present. The lesson was reviewed by Bro. II. T. Sims, which was very good; he made the lesson so clear. The evangelism period was conducted by the pastor; fourteen stood for prayer. The morning service opened at 11 o'clock with short devotion. Rev. Wilson read for Scripture lesson, Matt. 20:1-8; Prayer by Deacon Kilpatrick. After which the pastor chose for his subject, "The disciples went and did as were told them." Dou. 8713-W THE HOME THEN the place of HOME COOKIN IS AND Come and Eat when you want to MEALS with Call for ICE CREAM. COLD DRINKS MRS. ELEVENTH STREET 1005 East Eleventh QUICK DELIVERY PHONE MARK HENRIE - COA DELIVERED BY THE We have all kinds of BAR GAIN both in RESIDENTS and BUS Good Homes can be purchased 000.00 in the best parts of the some real bargains in BUSINESS LLOYD REALEST ATT Market 6581 925 Ohio Ave. LUMBER, MO FLOORING, W AND DOOR THE MARSHALL "EVERYTHING FOR T 1945 Lawrence. LeGRAND G WE CARRY Full and Fresh Line Meats,-Fruits and A NICE LINE OF NOTIONS, A Phone Mkt. 7155-J Wichita, Kansas Court House A. G. H. WILLIAMS, Prop. Matt. Matt. 20:.... Theme, "The Power of Obedience." Invitation was extended; one came forward and united with the church. Closing prayer by Rev. Winston, associate secretary of the Y. M. C. A. The Christian Culture Course opened at 5:30 by Conductor, Bro. Sanders, with many present, taking part in the lesson. We are still discussing the chapter: "Sanctification by the Truth." The Union Proper opened at 6:30 with the President at his post of duty. After song service, the instructors took charge for 30 minutes Ever Loyal Group, Section No. 1, was in charge of program. They were also tanner class for raising 542 N. MAIN ST TEA ROOM of AND BEST EATS. to take SPECIAL SUNDAY with us. CANDIES GUMS E. McILVEEN, MGR S.E.T. COAL YARD Seventh Street DELIVERY MARKET 2062 RIETTA AL - THE SACK OR TON GAINS in REALESTATE BUSINESS DISTRICTS. used from $1500.00 to $4,- the city. We also have BUSINESS DISTRICTS. ATE & LOAN CO. WICHITA, KANS. MOULDING, WINDOWS DOORS AT L. LUMBER CO. FOR THE BUILDER" Mkt. 5897 GROCERY BERRY A of Groceries and and Vegetables. AND DRUG SUNDRIES. 1300 N. Mosley Ave. Kansas use Pharmacy WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF DRUGS; AND TOILET ARTICLES, REGISTERED IPHARMIST IN CHARGE OF DRUGS. FREE DELIVERY SERVICE. V. L. VAN LEU, MGR. 600 N. North Main St. Wichita, Kans. --- the highest amount of finance which was $11.42; they won the Christian Culture Banner, also. Evening devotion began at 8:00 o'clock; Scripture reading by Rev. Wilson, St. John 18:1-12, prayer by Rev. Wilson. After which the Pastor chose for his subject, "What think ye of Christ?" Theme, "Behold, the Man." Invitation was extended and one united. After collection, the service was closed by Rev. Wilson. The Pastor's Aid met at the home of Mrs. Hattie Brown, 902 Cleveland Avenue, Monday evening, at 7:30, Mrs. Emma Allstock, hostess. Mrs. M. J. Jackson, Pres. PUBLICATION NOTICE! Case No. 68C53 State of Kansas, ) as. Sedgwick County ) State of Kansas to George Gay, GREETINGS: ON NOTICE! . 68C58 ) ss. George Gay, 2. St. John, Coffe, 4. New Hope, Pa, 5. Macegohn, Par, 6. Mt. Hebron, Pr, 7. New Hope, Pit, 8. Maple Street, In 9. St. John, Indepo 10. Bethlehem, Se 11. Bethlehem, Ch 12. Little Flock, Ch You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the District Court of Sedgwick County Kansas by Carrie Gay for a divorce and that said action was filed on the 13th day of March 1929, and that unless you answer the petition filed herein on or before the 10th day of May 1929, the allegations in said petition will be taken as true and a judgement rendered against you for divorce as prayed for in the Plaintiff's petition. A. B. WOODARD. 2. Mt. Zion, Fort 3. Bethany, Ottaw 4. New Hope, Char 5. 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We shall have a mighty race for merits and honors this year. Every church should send a messenger for the information. Elect next Sunday, go to work and you will be well paid for your efforts, when your messenger returns. YOU should feel called upon to do something definite for the State Work, monthly until you have brot' up the work. Many have been the set-backs since the Convention, and the work is suffering. Let every church take a special offering Sunday and send it at once to Rev. G. N. Jackson, 901 Missouri St., Lawrence, Kansas. It is the Lord's work that needs this done at once. Can the Lord Count on You? --- The editor has been out a few days working on his subscription list. He has been on parts of Platt, Minnesota, Minneapolis, N.Y., & Mathewson, and is very much impressed with the way our people are buying, moving in and improving that part of the city, when a few years ago there few houses and practically none of our people in those parts. The homes are beautiful lawns are being cultivated and everything to make it home. WE ARE WAITING FOR ORDER from the headquarters, then we shall prepare for our trip to the Congress in June. Several roads have promised to give us a through car to Charleston, South Carolina, and return. Get ready and take this wonderful trip. Rev. Geo. McNeal of Kansas City, is planning full co-operation for a thru car; only waiting orders. We are beginning early and shall endeavor to do the best thing for all concerned. LOOK, PREPARE and BE READY, also send us your name and it will help us in getting the accommodations. A REAL LEADER thinks for his people, and they take care of him. A real leader wants his people represented in every honorable body and on every notable occasion. A real leader thinks more of the future uplift of his people than he does of the cost to keep them in the limelight. A real leader plans a thorough and wide future for his people. A real leader is more concerned about the advancement of his work than who suggested it. Are you a leader or in the place of a leader? Do you hold your position to get an easy living or are you blessing others? God is pleased with leaders and people will honor and respect them. IT is a general belief among the Negroes of the city that the race did not get a fair deal in the accusation of the cat-bandit being a Negro and after every effort has been exhausted there is no proof. They think the other side should be searched or made to give a test as to the truth in the matter and especially the girl. They think there was a misunderstanding with the girl and the race should not be the scapegoat for love disagreements in any case. The truth should be known and more caution will be taken in the future; and too, it may save an onslaughter of lives and destruction of much property. Revealed truths will safeguard a nation, but false pronaganda will burst forth in flames of wrath and disgrace. It is far better to know the truth on one or two and punish them, than to destroy a whole city or the good will of its people. A GREAT SURPRISE Miss Dorothy L. Sims, Dr. en11 Mrs. Hugh N. Sims and Calvin, lined up several friends and sprung a great surprise on Mr. and Mrs. H. T. Sims, honoring their 21 years of married life, last Friday evening, which succeeded in being a well rounded surprise, carried out to the point with Rev. Hayes and Mrs. Walters stationed as guards to entertainin and keep the editor at home (with some business propositions) until the guests arrived. Many valuable and useful articles were given and many good wishes left by retiring guests, at a late hour. Refreshments of ice cream and cake, were served. Mr. and Mrs. L. C. McCullough, Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Hutcherson, Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Taylor, Rev. J. F. Green, Meadames Ora Carter, Leola Payne, Mattie Copeland, Eula Mae Hamilton. Priscilla Williams, Fannie Neely, Margaret Noland, H. Smith, L. W. Walters, Misses Lucile and Alma Walters, Messrs G. L. Scott, Arthur Degrenfrean, Gaill Shannon, and Hugh Jr. ESTATE CONVENTION AND AUXS. Telephone Market 3130 Y AT WICHITA, KANSAS or and Publisher. Assistant Editor M. 6500 Advertising Agent M. 1665 Local Editress June 12th 1919, at the Post Office at 79. NION RATES: $1.50 .90 .50. .20 Assign name whether or not it is to be or. 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 Those who could not come but sent gifts of congratulations: Mrs. Ellis Libbs, Mrs. G. L. Scott, Mrs. J. F. Greene, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Smith, Mr. Henry, Smith, Mr. Henry Ne. I, Mr. and Mrs. S. L. Jones, Mrs. Susie Bradley. Before refreshments, games, full of fun, puzzle and amusement, were played. LOCAL NEWS LOCAL NEWS We thank, Mrs. Bulah Woodard for the renewal of her subscription. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Perry made us a business call morning evening. The Senior Choir of St. Mary's Baptist Church, will render a most interesting cantata, "Jesus Lives," on Easter morning at 6 o'clock, rod will be sure it will be both beneficial and enjoyable. Be present. Messrs Hunter and H. G. Duke were in the office last week, on business for the Peerless Club. Mrs. Roberta Roberson, after spending several months in Okahama, with relatives and friends, 's at home; and cald at the office next week. The members of the G. L. A. Cub will meet next week with Mrs. W. L. Hutherson. Mrs. Dick Stewart of Kansas City, is making a visit in the city with his mother, Mrs. W. H. A. Clark. Mrs. Ruby I. Jones and little daughter, Ruby Marie and Mrs. S. W. Jones, after several months' stay in Los Angeles, Calif., returned home Wednesday. Their trip included Fasadena, Long Beach, and Tia Juna Old Mexico. Mrs. Carrie Anderson stopped in to see us one day of this week. Rev. J. W. Hayes was in Winfield, Monday evening on business. Mr. Wm. S. Johnson was indisposed last week. Mrs. Efle Martin was leaving last week to visit other relatives in California, after spending several weeks here with her sister Mrs. Mollie Miller. Mrs. Ella Gibbs entertained as dinner guests last Saturday evening, Mrs. Henrietta Clay and Mrs. Shepherd, who left knowing as others who have had the privilege of being entertained there; that Mrs. Gibbs Mrs. Gibbs is a real hostess. Mrs. Mamie Strothers was called to her home in Missouri, Saturday, because of the death of an uncle. The Feast of the Seven Tables will be held at St. Mary's Baptist Church, under auspices of the Pastor's Aid, April 11, at 8:00 p.m. Plate 35c. All are invited to enjoy this great feast. Mrs. M. J. Jackson, President. A permanent, good place to eat this year round—TURK'S Place, 507 N. Main. Specially prepared barbecue. The older son of Mr. and Mrs. Robt. King in the 1000 block on Cleveland, passed away Monday evening in a local hospital. He had been sick only a few hours and the shock his sudden going is very hard on his parents and friends. The father of the child has been ill the last week, not able to leave the bed. Mrs. King of Oklahoma, mother of Mr. Robt. King was called to the city because of her son's continued illness. The Home Tea Poom, Mrs. Melleven, Prop., is at 542 North Water St. corner of Water and Elm, where you get the best of home cooked foods, with special chicken dinners on Sunday. Domestic Art Club The members of the club are taking art lessons, with Mrs. Pearl Machtant as their instructor. Calvary Baptist Church Special feature for the Sunday morning worship will be a quartet, and a "Saw" Solo. The Easter celebration will begin Good Friday evening, March the 29, with a cantata by the Jr. Choir; "THE FIRST EASTER." Sunday evening the Senior Choir will entertain with an Easter Canta, which will be worth the hearing. Clay Center Locals SECOND BAPSTEST CHURCH REV, E. E. WILHITE, PASTOR MRS. IRENE FAULKNER, Rep Rev, Wilhite preached at the 2nd Methodist Church, Sunday morning. In the evening, Rev, J. H. Streeter spoke. Both services were well attended and much enthusiasm was shown at both services. The Epworth League rendered an excellent program at 6 o'clock. Mr. F. B. Buckner and Mr. Frank Davy, gave a house party at the home of Mr. Buckner, last Friday evening. Those present were Messrs Ike Wofford, John Massey, Henry Nicholson, Jaceph and Jewell Russell, Cecil Jordan, Elmer Faulkner. 4 --- The Negro Star—for the Good of the People Ernest Faulkner, Everett Lawton; Mesdames Sylvester Smith, Espanola, Davy; Minnie Davy Corrine Boyd, Orchid Ramsey, Elsie Nicholson, Lorene Faulkner, Lena Jordan, Geneva Buckner, Frank Davy and F. B. Buckner. Delicious refreshments, were served. Mr. Vernon Patterson and Mr. Bishop Anderson were visitors in the city last week; they were from Abilene. Messrs William Hammond and Hayward Griffey, Junction City, and Vernon Patterson were visitors in the city, last Sunday. Rev, Wm. Lyte of Wiggins, is here on business and is the house guest of Mr. Bud Ferguson. SUNDAY SCHOOL & B. Y. P. U. CONGRESS The Twenty-fourth Annual Session of the SUNDAY SCHOOL AND B. Y. P. U. CONGRESS, of the National Baptist Convention, will held in Charleston, South Carolina June 19-23, 1929. THE OBJECT This Congress is to promote growth and efficiency of Sunday schools and Baptist Young People Unions within the bounds of the National Baptist Convention; to promote the intelligence and work Mr. Ray Davy and wife, Miss Espana Davy and Mr. Ernest Faukner motored to Junction City, last Sunday and were visitors at Mr. C. V. Bridgeforth's. Mrs. Faulkner returned home with them. Mr. Ernest Faulkner, Mr. Frank Davy, Miss Lorene Faulkner motored to Concordia, last Sunday nite and were at the home of Mrs. Martha Clews. SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH REV. M. WASHINGTON, PASTOR Sunday School opened at 9.30 with Supt. Mrs. Alice Dixon, present. The Supt. thought to extend the revival spirit to the Sunday School and 30 minutes were used for a talk and an invitation was given for those in the school who were unsaved. We are sure that some thoughts given by the master will always go with those present; for while he talked, tears stole down the cheeks of many. Praise service for morning, was conducted by Deacon J. A. Reed and Sister Neely, several soul-stirring prayers went up for the uplifting of fallen humanity and for a reviving of the church. devotion was conducted by Rev. J. R. Martin; Scripture 1 Jno. 1. The pastor preached a wonderful sermon on the subject: "God's Willingness to Forgive Sin." 1 Jno. 1.9. Through this sermon, a string appeal was made to the unsaved to accept God's willingness to forgive them of their sins. Rev. S. M. Graves and his loyal followers of the C, M. E. Church worshipped with us at 3 p. m. Rev. Graves admonished the Christians to make a joyful noise unto the Lord for His goodness toward the mankind. This pastor and his members are "ever loyal" as co-workers. B. Y. P. U., opened at 6:30 with the president, Sister E. L. Tom'in, present, the lesson was studied and important items of business attended 20 minutes was spent on "What Baptists Believe of the Scriptures." At 8 o'clock, praise service was begun by Deacon J. L. Dickens and Sister Mary Patterson. The spirit was felt in this service. The Pastor made another strong appeal to the unsaved. One came for prayer. The revival is serving to awaken the membership. The pastor has worked very earnestly to bring about a better spirit of co-operation in the church and to pay outstanding bills against the church. The deacon board is planning a $100.00 rally for him on the 4th Sunday. The Mission Circle is progressing fine and will plan for a "High Day" on the 5th Sunday. OTTAWA IDEAS Rev. James Wilson delivered the message at the 1 o'clock service Sunday. He selected as a text, Jno. 414. At night, Rev. Favors, Pastor, spoke to a well filled house. Cottage prayer service will continue this week. B. Y. P. U., at the usual hour with Group IV in charge of program. At 3 p. m., the following program was rendered under the auspices of the Sr. Mission Circle. Selection, Junior Choir; Invocation Solo. Miss Virginia White; Tal. by Rev. James Wilson; Instrumenta Mrs. Alice B. Crith, President of Sr. Circle; Vocal Solo, Mrs. Mary B. Allen; Sermonette, Rev. Chas. Favors; Selection, Choir, Offering. The Jr. Mission Circle gave a fruit shower on Bro. Amos Williams, Monday afternoon. Rev. Chas. Favors was surprised Wednesday night at the close of the prayer services when a crowd of members and friends gathered at the church in honor of his birthday. A large birthday cake, with lighted candles, was baked and presented by Mrs. Gertrude Hooker. The young people's departments and clubs, assisted by the morning Star Club, and friends presented the Pastor with a suit and hat. The Deaconess Board led by Mrs J. R. Rogers gave a miscellaneous shower. An operation was performed at Community Hospital, Saturday morning on Rev. Dudley Gross. The K. V. S., Glee Club filled an engagement at the First Baptist Church evening. Mrs. Alma Booker is ill this week. Zonite For pyorrhea For prevention against gum infections, use Zonite, the new powerful antiseptic. Also guards against colds, coughs and more serious diseases of nose and throat. Zonke Made in Germany Made with the finest Ingredients Made with the finest Ingredients The Twenty-fourth Annual Session of the SUNDAY SCHOOL AND B. Y. P. U. CONGRESS, of the National Baptist Convention, will be held in Charleston, South Carolina, June 19-23, 1929. THE OBJECT This Congress is to promote the growth and efficiency of Sunday schools and Baptist Young People's Unions within the bounds of the National Baptist Convention; to increase the intelligence and working power of the leaders and workers in these respective organizations; to promote love for Bible study and other religious literature; to develop a spirit of consecration to religious service; to advance the doctrinal claims of the denomination, to increase the measure of interest in the processes of world-wide evangelism; to disseminate information in regard to our Baptist organizations and progress. MEMBERSHIP the membership shall consist of the following: baptist Sunday Schools, baptist Young People's Union, Juvenile Societies in Baptist Churches, Bible and Temperance bands in baptist sources, which shall pay an annual membership fee of five ($5.00) Dollars, and snail be entitled to two delegates, and one additional delegate for each three ($5.00) Dollars sent to the Congress. B. Y. P. U. conquests or City Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. Conventions, district Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. Conventions, district associations and others district bodies may be admitted by paying an annual fee of Fifteen ($15.00) Dollars each, and snail be entitled to two delegates and one additional delegate for each additional Five ($5.00) Dollars sent up to the Congress. State Sunday School and B. Y. P. P. U. Conventions, etc., shall pay an annual membership fee of rateen (£19.00) Doctors each, and shall be entitled to two delegates, and one additional delegate for each additional give (£5.00) Doctors. SCOPE OF THE CONGRESS The Congress deals with every phase of Christain activity. Teachers, missionaries, evangelist, social workers, Holle experts, directors of religious study course can take part in its deliberations and profit by its deliberations and profit by its exercises. Every grade of Christian worker should attend it and reap the benefits derived therefrom. CONGRESS FACULTY The Congress Faculty is composed of persons, who, in addition to a liberal education, have made special preparation for the work assigned them. This liberal culture has been supplemented with years of experience as leaders and teachers among the people. Every member of the faculty is on expert in his line of work. It is worth the money invested to hear the lectures given by any one of the members of this faculty. DEPARTMENTAL WORK One of the most helpful features of the Congress work, is that which is done in the daily departmental meetings. Two periods each day are devoted to the work of the departments. The two periods are from 8 to 10 o'clock a.m., 2 to 4 o'clock p.m. Departmental demonstrations will be made three times each day at the close of the morning and afternoon sessions and the beginning of the evening sessions. ILLUSTRATIVE WORK The Congress is supplied by the Program Committee with maps, charts, blackboards, banners, mottoes and such things as are necessary to aid the teachers in making plain the lessons which they teach, and enabling the messengers to get these illustrations in concise shape for future reference. INSPIRATIONAL FEATURES Inspirational addresses will be delivered at each session of the Congress by some of the most competent teachers in the denomination. The singing will be both devotional and inspirational, Under competent musical director and a well-trained Congress Chorus, the messengers will be taught effectively the art of developing congregational singing, and of making the musical department of the church and its auxiliaries one of the most attractive and profitable in the church worship. Song leaders, chorus directors, etc., should attend the Congress in large numbers in order to get the benefit of this illustrative singing process ANNUAL SINGING CONTEST There will be a SINGING CONTEST on Saturday night in which choirs, choruses, Glee Clubs and other singing groups will compete for the PRIZE BANNER. Each contestant will be required to render one Gospel Song, one Jubilee Song, and one Anthem. Competent judges will preside and award the prize in the usual way. BOARDING AND LODGING Messengers will be furnished board (two meals per day) and lodging for TWO ($200) Dolars per day Assignments will be made by the LOCAL ENTERTAINMENT COMMITTEE. All messengers are urged to send their names to the chairman of this committee in accordance with such requests as he may make thru the various papers. REPRESENTING BY LETTER We desire to have every organization send a messenger in person, but if it cannot represent by messenger, it may be represented by letter. Send the letter and money order on or before June 18,1929. RAILROAD RATES Application has been made for reduced rates, which will be published when granted in the NATIONAL BAPTIST VOICE and other denominational papers. It is highly probable that messengers to Congress DOU 8748 W 542 N. WATER ST. THE HOME TEA ROOM the place of HOME COOKINGS AND BEST EATS. Come and Eat when you want to, take SPECIAL SUNDAY CHICKEN MEALS with us at 35c. Call for ICE CREAM COLD DRINKS CANDIES GUMS MRS. E. McILVEEN, MGR. will be permitted to buy round trip tickets from their local stations. Accurate information with regard to this matter will be published in the papers. ELECT MESSENGERS EARLY It is advisable that messengers to the Congress be elected at the earliest possible moment, so that there may be sufficient time in which to raise the money to pay their expenses. As soon as they are elected, and their names to this office, For further information address the—CONGRESS HEADQUARTERS 409 GAY STREET, NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE. W. H. JERNAGIN, President, H. T. SIMS, Secretary. ST. PAUL A. M. E CH. Easter will be observed with appropriate services Easter, Sunday, "Jesus Lives" the Dramatic Cantata, will be rendered by the choir on Easter Sunday night, conducted by the Chorister, Mrs. T. W. Fines. The processional and other impressive beauties will include the program. The S. S. will give a program in the afternoon. Sunday, our pastor Rev. J. II. Giant preached two splendid sermons, at morning and evening. There was a good attendance at the session of our Bible School. Russell Brown addressed the members of the Junior Church. The ladies of Sunshine Club held their regular meeting Tuesday evening at the home of Mrs. Mary Butler. Bible studies and the report of the skid was the order of the meeting. Next week they will meet at 1311 St.翠 and, with Mrs. A. Boons and Miss Odell Thompson as host. asses. PUBLICATION NOTICE! State of Kansas, ) Sedgwick County ) 83. Case No. 63014 State of Kansas to George Washington, GREETINGS: You are hereby notified that you have been audited in the District Court of Sedgwick County Kansas by Rosie Washington for a divorce and that said action was filed on the 4th day of January 1929, and that unless you answer the petition filed herein on or before the 45th day of April 1929; the allegations in said petition will be taken as true and judgement rendered against you for divorce as prayed for in the plaintiff's petition. A. E. JACQUES, Clash of District Court, G. NESBIT Deputy. LOOK! LOOK! GET A FREE RIDE TO THE NATIONAL BAPTIST CONG NATIONAL BAPTIST CONGRESS The Kansas Baptist State Sunday School Convention is offering free transportation to the National Baptist Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. Congress, as a prize in a financial alive that is on in the State, to close with the meeting of the convention at Ottawa in June. The several districts may enter the contest or individua's. There will be a number of prizes given to those who enter the contest, the rules of the contest may be had by addressing the Corresponding Secretary, Miss Lois V. Grimes, 722 West Eleventh Street, Junction City, Kansas, or the Pres. H. I. Monroe, 1112 Clay Street, Topeka, Kansas. OPEN LETTER OPEN LETTER MARCH 4, 1929. To Pastors, Churches and Auxiliaries of the Baptist State Convention of Kansas, GREETINGS: DEAR CO-WORKERS:-- At the January Board meeting of the Missionary Baptist Convention of Kansas, I was elected Executive Secretary and Superintendent of Missions of the State. A position, not of merit, but of great responsibility and one of opportunity to serve the Baptist of the State. A position that calls for the confidence and support of the pastors and churches of our Convention. I am anxious to start right and hope that I am making no mistake in undertaking the task so dear to the Heart of God. My faith in God and my confidence in the Baptists of Kansas, cause me to consider the position; for I verily believe that the nastors and churches with their auxiliaries will do their duty by the Missionary and Educational work of the State when they know the need. Since the State Convention at Leavenworth, in Oc- tober, our churches have not been informed of the financial obligations of our Missionary and Educational Program; hence, we are many months behind in our work. We are in need of money to aid our Missionary Pastors, who have been laboring in small fields and in rural places during these very hard winter months. We need money to pay the Dean of our Central Theological Seminary, Dr. E. L. Seruggs, who is doing a great work, training young preachers for efficient service as pastors. We are greatly in need of money to pay our loan obligations I am asking therefore, each church and auxiliary of the Baptist Convention to send an offering to the office of the Executive Secretary, to meet these pressing needs. I hope all who read these lines will appreciate the importance of acting now and help finance this work as in the past. If you have been sending your offering monthly or quarterly, start again—NOW, and make up your lost time. If you have not been sending an offering, will you begin? Our duty is clear; can we lose sight of self, for the larger interest of Kingdom Work? Let us thank the Lord for the past and resolve to do bettter in the future. May we depend upon you? Yours in the Master's Cause, G. N. JACKSON, Executive Secreary. FOR SALE FOR SALE BY CRAWFORD & CRAWFORD WHICH— THE LANDLORD'S HOME OR YOUR OWN? Whv enrich the landlord all your life? For the average family, home ownership is the beginning of lifetime prosperity! Exchange your old home on a new one. 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