14 Mar 1914
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Newspaper
Kansas City Sun
Location
Kansas City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1914
Page
1
A feature on Smith's Drug Store praise for the Tango Sundae drawing a long list of distinguished visitors and society figures who declared it the most delicious treat, with plans to publish guest names through Easter Sunday and invitations to join after events. The piece also features a long, poetic aside about solitude and thought.
On Saturday March 7 a large reception honored Mesdames Work and Ait of Nashville at 1020 Va. Ave. Hosts Mesdames Swan Carter and Crogthwaite presided with a long receiving line of notable society women. A later wedding of Miss Mattie Elizabeth Emery to Mr. Cather Perruson took place at 2336 Flora Avenue with ceremony by Rev. Richard Davis and a piano piece by Mrs. William Williams. A reception followed at the Emery home 2527 Woodland Avenue. The Kansas City Sun is sold at several local spots including Palace Barber Shop and Schumacher's News Stand.
The Kansas City branch of the NAACP held a Saturday meeting at Lyric Hall led by President Woody Jacova to energize active work. Topics included denying membership to colored women on the Welfare Board Study Class, tenant issues on Highland Avenue, and plans for modern social problem study. Luncheon followed. next gathering set with Miss Anna H. Jones on April 4.
A historical verse urges Afro Americans to rise in defense of liberty and duty to country. It speaks of sacrifice by soldiers, moral resolve, and unity under divine guidance, asserting equality before God and the inevitability of the black presence across earth and heaven.
A radical editorial denounces a shocking rape allegedly committed by six white men against a white woman, calling for death and condemning racial double standards, noting harsher penalties for Black perpetrators in previous cases and questioning how justice will be administered.
A colored business man is urged to use advertising to attract friends and customers. The piece notes he has operated for years without letting the public know his presence, contrasting with white merchants who routinely use newspapers. It encourages using the Sun for results and appeals to shared community support.
Provident Hospital and Nurse Training Association thanks the public for patronage at last Friday's monthly dance. The success is attributed to the Domestic Science Circle under the direction of Mrs. T. W. H. Williams, noted for their capability in the profession.
A terse notice urges recipients who were mailed statements to pay amounts due or at least answer the letters. The call emphasizes urgency and accountability for those yet to settle balances.
Kansas City Lawn Tennis Club Missouri Valley champions begin practice to form 1914 team for June games with St Louis. Captain Dr. McQueen Carrion says all members get a chance at tryouts and to report promptly. Club plans a social season ball after Lent and expects a large group for the St Louis trip.
The church reports twelve new members this ten day period and announces mid week services. A Sunday program on March 15 features sermons by Pastor Mills and Mrs Neatness to the Cross. The Lincoln High School drama night on March 20 includes Beethoven choruses, calisthenics, a three act drama Out in the streets, and a grand musical finale expected to draw a large crowd.
Wendell Phillips School will present a delightful entertainment in the auditorium at Lincoln High School on Friday evening March 20 at 6 o clock. The event aims to showcase student talent and community spirit with a varied program and lively performances.
Vine Street Baptist Church reports Sister Pollard improving and John Reed returning home. Last Sunday featured baptisms, a joyous confirmation, and Prof Stewart performing a solo. an upcoming musical event is announced. The Masonry excerpt discusses balance between principle and personalities within lodge practice, urging harmony and restraint.
The Crisis can be purchased at the Unbank Drug Store at Independence and Harrison Streets for ten cents per copy each month. Both Phones Main TABB.
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