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Newspaper

Kansas City Sun

Location

Kansas City, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1915

Page

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Jennie Watts Brown to Recite at St Stephen's Baptist Church

Madame Jennie Watts Brown of Chicago will perform a dramatic reading at St Stephen's Baptist Church Independence Avenue and Charlotte Street Thursday July 1. The event marks her last recital in the city and she promotes a stereopticon show.

Mme Jennie Watts Brown St. Stephen’s Baptist Church Chicago Ill Independence Avenue Charlotte At J. W. Hurse Madame Brown

second annual spring concert by Coleridge Taylor Choral Society

In St Joseph Missouri the second annual spring concert was held at Francis Street Baptist Church on a June evening. Madam Jennie Watts Brown of Chicago headlined as dramatic reader and character impersonator with an elaborate wardrobe changing for each piece. Her selections spanned many human emotions and showcased her strong, varied powers.

Coleridge-Taylor Choral Society St. Joseph Francis Street Baptist Church Jennie Watts Brown Chicago Madam Brown

Call for Unity from Colored Methodist Leaders in Ohio

A joint session letter dated June 30, 1915 in Cincinnati from leaders of the Methodist Preachers' Alliance of Greater Kansas City to the Federation of Colored Methodist Churches. The body pledges prayers and support toward achieving church unity and eventual organic union, urging broader action for God and humanity. Signers include WM. H. Peck P E and several district pastors across Missouri Kansas City and Omaha areas.

Commission ON Federation OF Colored Methodist Churches Cincinnati Ohio Methodist Alliance of Greater Ears MLB ELA Kingdom of God Upon Earth Federation of Colored Methodists Organic Union WM. H. Peck P. E Kansas City District A. M. BE. Church J. M. McClain M. E F. D. Douglas Missouri Zion J.C. C. Owens Omaha P. W. Powell M. EH. Zion St. James City WM. H. Wheeler Kansas City

Local notices and announcements from community page

Miss Amelia Greenwood returns home after an extended stay in Chicago. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Smith announce the birth of a son on June 19. Communion at Pleasant Valley Baptist church on Sunday, June 27 led by Rev. J. Mann who will also preach morning and evening. Mrs. Harry Nolan ill at 3805 Adams Street. Levi Collins able to be out after illness. Wm. Sims dies after lingering illness. survived by parents and three brothers. Wesley chapel services well attended. Engaged: Rosella May Morton to Frank Edward Jones of Philadelphia. marriage planned for July.

Amelia Greenwood Peter Greenwood Chicago Fred Smith Uo Son Pleasant Valley Baptist Church J. Mann Mann Harry Nolan Adams Street Levi Collins Wm. Sims Wesley Chapel T. T. Morton Rosella May Frank Edward Jones Philadelphia

Ebenezer Church to Hold Quarterly Meeting Service

Ebenezer A M E Church will conduct its quarterly meeting on Sunday June 27. The Rev J A Ransom will deliver the sacramental sermon at 3 p m.

Ebenezer Church J. A. Ransom

Grand Rally at Paseo C M E Church

The Paseo C M E church will hold a free annual rally on Sunday July 4 with Bishop M F Jamison of the Fifth Episcopal district and the Ministerial Alliance of the M E Church South. Ministers and congregations are invited to attend as the public is urged to be present and support the cause. J R McClain pastor.

Masonic Brethren Dalton, Mo A. R. Chinn G. M. Nelson C. Crewe G. Com. W. G. Mosely Carrolton Commandery No. 10 Moberly Commandery U. D Paseo C. M. E. Church M. F. Jamison Fifth Episcopal District M. E. Church South Methodist Alliance J. R. McClain

Mt Zion Sunday School Convention In Missouri

The Mt Zion Sunday school convention held last week in Missouri was a highly successful spiritual and financial gathering. Prof. L. R. Johnson and his cabinet were reelected, and the offering for Western College was substantial. The Ministers and Deacons Union joined sessions and adjourned to meet in Chillicothe, Missouri next year where Rev. W. H. Davis of Forest Green First Baptist preached the annual sermon.

Mt. Zion Sta L. R. Johnson Western College Chillicothe W. H. Davis First Baptist Church Forest Green

Thought and leadership critique in religious discourse

A reader decries coercive leadership and blind following urging more production and thinking over name and substance. The writer laments excessive church buildings and calls for weaker branding, stronger thought, and future commentary on religious influence.

Hotel Cummings Advertises Food and Lodging in Kansas City

Mia and Kate Cummings, owners, promote Hotel Cummings at 1711 Walnut 81 in Kansas City Missouri. The ad claims good meals and a comfortable sleep, noting the Bell Phone Grand 48727 contact and a location near New Union Station, appealing to travelers and locals.

Bell Phone Mia Kate Cummings New Union Station Kanoan City

For Sale Bod Dresser and Chiffonier Cheap

A brief sale notice lists a bod, dresser, and chiffonier offered at low price. Contact Bell phone Bast for details and inquiries.

Bell

Vine Street Church Services and Local Notes

Morning and evening services were well attended with the pastor preaching in the morning and the Prince of East Africa delivering a wonderful sermon in the evening. Mrs. Julia Caldwell improved. The Twelve Tribes met to discuss, with addresses by the pastor and Mr. Ewing. The Woman's Mission Circle meets Tuesday nights, all welcome. The African Prince visited the Bombay school last Sunday, praising it as the best he had seen in America.

Prince of East Africa Julia Caldwell Ewing Woman's Mission Circle Bombay America

Ward chapel propellers form community chorus

The Propellers Neighborhood Chorus, directed by Miss DeKon, was formed by the Musical organization Ward on Tuesday night. They will perform Tuesday night June 20 at Ward church 1120 Woodland avenue singing O Flowing Nile with soloists James Anderson Mrs J J Vrasier Mrs Sapp and others. Mrs K T Brooks leads as president assisted by Mrs EB C Bunch as patroness.

Ward Chapel Propellers Ward DeKon 4 Woodland Avenue James Anderson Mra J. J. Vrasier Sapp K. T. Brooks

Joint session of major Negro Methodist commissions in Cincinnati

Commissions from the African Methodist Episcopal Zion and African Methodist Episcopal Church and the Colored Methodist Episcopal church and the Methodist Episcopal church will meet in Cincinnati June 20 and 30. Leaders include Bishops Henderson Penn and Caldwell and educators Hawkins and Dancy as sessions prepare to discuss cooperative evangelism education and possible organic union.

Federation of the Colored Methodists of the World Cincinnati J. Garland Peon General Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church Minneapolis, Minn Methodist Book Concern African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church African Methoodist Episcopal Church America Methodist Episcopal Church Fac African Methodist Church Bishopa GB F. Lee Wilberforce Ohio Levi J. Coppin Philadelphia John H. Hurst Baltimore Mad A. J. Carey Chicago Rey. V. M. Townsend Little Rock Ark J. W. Gilbert D. D African Missions Augusta J. A. Hamlett Jackson, Tenn J. A. Bray Birmingham Ala D. C. Potts Mississippi Industrial College Holly College G. F. Porter Lane College Jackson Tenn Theo S. Henderson Chattanooga Wilbur P Theo Henderson Methodist Episcopal Commission The Methodist Episcopal Thirkield New Orleans Thomas B. Neely

Y M C A Notes Announce Camp Delay and Activities

The boys camp likely won t be pitched before August. Prof C G Woodson of M Street High School Washington DC is visiting the Y M C A this week. Gym classes grow in attendance and swimming is popular as warm days approach. A Sorosis club member hosted refreshments at the Y M C A. G E Horsey of Kansas City KS gave an engaging address at the men s meeting last Sunday. Another strong talk is planned for Sunday June 7. Dr H C White and his noonday volleyball team show the never quit spirit, despite a loss. Hurrah for Doc.

C. G. Woodson M Street High School Washington, D. C G. E. Horsey Kanszeg City Kas H.C. White Doc

Mrs Ida Gaines to wed Geo W Little on June 29 1915

The marriage of Mrs Ida Gaines to Mr Geo W Little will be announced. The Second Regimental Band and Second Regiment A F R K of P will honor the occasion. Invitations have been issued and mailed for the event.

Ida Gaines Geo. W. Little A. FR. K. of P

Local notices and church event recap in Chillicothe area

Reports from Chillicothe and Atchison include visits by Edward Brown family and others to Atchison and St Joseph, plus a Priscilla Art Club gathering. The Knights Templar and Daughters of Tabor event at A M E church featured local officers, vocal solos, a sermon by Rev Burbridge, and a surprise act by Sir Knight Wo Moore during opening services.

Edward Brown George Kerford Atchison, Was Burbridge Benj. Bland William Longdon Mayme Cabbell Bertha Monroe Verna Curry Rebecca Sawyer Billa Curry Carrollton Clem Brown St. Joseph Priscilla Art Club Little Montgomery de Ielous Alice Talley Augustus Anderson C. M Ruth Anderson H. BP Flora Tolson A. M Margaret Bates Ella Todd Maids and Pages Mildred Saunders Floyd Dawson Bridge Wo. Moore Livingston County

Centennial M E Church Services Reflect Attendance

Sunday services at Centennial M. E. Church drew strong attendance and interest as the congregation embraced a motto urging people to treat others as they wish to be treated. The message focused on neighborly conduct and communal harmony within the church community.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Chas. A. Starks Church Foreign Mission Fund Yen Masons Masonic Second Baptist Church Tenth Charlottte Ladies of the Court Chapter Daughters of Isis Golden Circle Masonic Temple Far West Emanuel Commanderies Woodland 14Th Street 14Th Vine Street Vinetreet Lith Street 21H Street Charlotte Charlotte Street E.G. Lacey Nelson C. Crews M. W M. W. Grand Diester of Masons D. D. Music—Choir George WV K. Love Mre Lillian Lewis the Plute Lodge R. T. Coles Jeriohn Eastern Star Minnie L. Crosthwait Royal Arch Masons Wm. H. Dawley, Jr Margaret Jackson Knights Templar W. G. Mosely Shrine—Noble King Orches Conalstory Baker Richie Coles L. L Lincoln High School Alumni Association At & P.m M. Co. A Lincoln High School Liberty G. Com St. Stephen BE. S. Baker G. J. T. G. McCampell Northwest Commandery No. 6 St. Joseph, Mo Allah Temple Rosedale, Kas Ebenezer A. M. E& Ghurch Keytesville, MO Theo Smith 18Th Street Tracy Avenue Dr. Smith Hotel Cummings Vine Street Church Commission OF R. EF. Jones R. E. Gillum Mexico Garland Penn DB. H. McKassack Holly Springs Miss L. J. Price Atlanta Wiley Chapel I. Garland Peno Freedman Penn Kingdom of Christ Butt Seer Oeneee Covington T. L. Ferguson Ninth Street M. FE Covington W. A. Mackwell George Street M. E. Zion H. Mitchell C. M. FB Wilkerson Cummineville O. Cincinnati Sorosis Club Miss Cora B Ramey Chillicothe, MO
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