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ALL THE NEWS ALL THE TIME FEARLESS DEFENDER OF THE RACE VOLUME VI. NUMBER 41. KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI, SATURDAY, JUNE G, 1914. PRICE. 5c. K. C. entertains 3 Distinguished Bishops Today-Parks, Hurst and Blackwell CORNER STONE LAYING THE GREATEST DEMON STRATION OF ITS KIND EVER WITNESSED HERE Y. M. C. A. BUILDING TO BE Ten Thousand Negroes View the Parade and Over Two Thousand Men March to 'Music Ren dered By Five Bands. Colossal! ! ! This word does not begin to "express the great crowds that viewed the parade and who took part In the magnificent ceremonies which characterized the cornerstone laying last Sunday. It was a day of days for the Negroes ot Kansas City. Here a thousand hopes were to be re alized! and the long struggles of many were to terminate in a structure which now stands In the simple gran deur of concrete strength, but will later- on grace the community with an Imposing architectural beauty that will Incite admiration and lift the natural pride of an industrious and self-sacrificing people. At 2 o'clock the bands, uniformed ranks and subordinate lodges began to mobilize In the vicinity of 15th and Woodland. At 2:30, the various or ders composing a gorgeous pageant moved west on 15th street, which was thronged with thousands of specta tors, turned south on Forest avenue to 17th and proceeded east on 17th through one of the most densely set tled Negro districts of the city. .Men, women and children flew to porches, GRAND MASTER NELSON C. CREWS OF THE MISSOURI JURISDICTION, ASSISTED BY GRAND MASTER JOHN L. THOMPSON OF IOWA, GRAND MASTER E. J., HAWKINS OF KANSAS AND ECO MEMBERS OF THE MASONIC FRATENITY LAYING THE CORNER STONE OF THE NEW COLORED Y. M. C. A. BUILD ING, SUNDAY, MAY 31, 1914, AT 5:30 P. M. balconies and every available place which afforded a better view of the magnificent parade. Upon reaching the Paseo, the course was then south ward to the site of the Y, M. C. A. building. A stirring feature of this grand movement was that each band upon approaching the sunken garden at 18th and Paseo, struck up that militant Christian air, "Onward Chris tian Soldier." Assembled about the building in it's Immediate environs, were close to 10,000 anxious beings awaiting the cli max of one ot the greatest movements ever started1 for the benefit of any race, The whole Paseo between 18th and 19th soon became a throng with here a squad of mounted police, there a band, here a uniform rank of note with dashing plume and flashing sword, there a military company neat, erect, trim and around all, a happy patient expectant well behaved crowd ot townsmen and visitors. At 3; 30 P. m., Chairman H. O. Cook Introduce ed ex-Mayor H, . M. Beardsley, who spoke briefly of tlia significance ot the great affair.. Hid speech was power ful, earnest and noble. He was fol lowed by Dr. J. E. Moorland, who In a few well chosen" remarks, thanked " the people of Kansas City for their indication of Christianity. The collec tion was taken while the band fur nished appropriate music, after which addresses were made by the following ' men: P. G. M B. K. Bruce, of U. B. F.j O. S. G., E, M. Phoenix, of tho, Odd Fellows; P. a., C. J. P. Maynard of the K. of P.; Ave Gr. G. C, Floyd Smith of the K. of P., E. & 4V, Hem isphere; G. M. of Masons, N. C. Crews, who Introduced G. M, E. J, Hawkins ot Kansas and G, M, J, L. Thompson of Iowa. In conclusion, tho excellent and rich ceremony ot cornerstone lay ing was conducted under the direction of 0. M. iX. C. Crews and the It. T. Coles lodge of Masons. A complete history of the V. M. C. A. movement In Kansas City, including the names and. the amounts subscribed toward tho erection .of the building and even the names and the amounts paid this day were placed in the cornerstone. In the stone was deposited also the emblems of the various orders. The ceremony vas carried out with solem nity and great credit to the officers of the Masonic fraternity. Although financially, the amount, 223.97, was short of what some had expected from such an Immense crowd there were conditions when consider ed, will easily explain this result. In the first place there were nearly twelve hundred persons who had paid their obligations In full and only made small contributions at this time, then the rain scattered the crowd just as tho collection was being taken and then the Jam was so great It was im possible to reach many. But there were results which outweighed by far any financial considerations. For in stance, it was the largest gathering of Its kind over held by Negroes In the world, so Dr. J. E. Moorland, Interna tional Secretary of the Young Men's Christian Association stated. There was not the least sign ot disorder or rowdyism seen at any time. The crowd wasc patient and orderly throughout the entire afternoon, but the most significant thing connected with the whole affair was that five organizations, combined their efforts In a fine spirit ot brotherhood to make this cornerstone ceremony a grand success. ' Among 'the distinguished visitors who came to help make this affair a success wer.e! Grand Masters of Ma sons E. J. Hawkins ot Kansas and Jno. L. Thompson of Iowa; C. A. Franklin of Colorado Jurisdiction; Gen. Wm. Butler of St. Louts, commanding K. of P.'s; Chief Grand Mentor A. R. Chinn of Glasgow; Past Grand .Master B. K. Bruce of Leavonworth of tho U. B, F,; Geo. W. Edwards and W. H. Davis of Onward Hope Commandery, Moberly; J. B. Rush and H. E. Jac obs ot Des Moines; Williams and Tay lor of Ottumwa; W. W. Fields, rolief secretary of Cameron, Mo.; H. H. Wal ker and wife, grand treasurer of St. Joseph; Frank Brown, G. Jl W. of St. Louis, Mo.; Hon. Crittenden Clark, Ornnd Attorney, and wife of St. Louis; Jas. Burton of Chllllcothe, No., tho famous Mt. Oread Commandery of -Lawrence, Kas.; Charles Grlggsby, D. D. G. M. of Liberty; Grand Mat ron Carrie L. Figgs ot Florida; Mrs. M, B. Boxloy, Grand Matron O. E. S., of Missouri, and Mrs. Victoria Clay Haley, Grand Secretary ot St, Louis; C. H. M, Collins, Past Grand Master of Kansas, and nearly tour hundred. Masona'from Wyandotte county, Jack son's 23d Kansas Regimental Baud ot Topeka, anil hundreds ot others whose names our reporter was unable to se- COMPLETED cure. More than 800 Masons were In lino nnd it was the greatest day in the history of fraternaltsm Kansas City and the race has ever known. MASONIC. The great showing and the con spicuous part which tho Masons of Greater Kansas City and neighboring points took In the Y. M. C. A. demon stration last Sunday will standout as a bright page in the records of our ccaft. To the zeal and enthusiasm of Grand Master Crews must be 'credited the presence of so many visiting grand officers and brethren not only from St. Louis, St. Joseph and other Mis souri cities, but from the jurisdictions of Iowa and Kansas. Energetic enthusiasm is a great as set In a leader and Grand Master Crews possesses more than his share. Even his bold charge into tho finan cial part of the rally was character istic and literally saved the day under difficulties which appeared insurmount able to others. The Masons ot all ranks and de- grees displayed themselves with credit In all parts ot the Imnoslng ceremo nies. HERRIFORD. THE Y. M. C, A. BUILDING IN THE murium fAKAUt Or 2.CQ0 WE RE PRESENT ON THI8 OCCA8ION. THE NEGRO BUSINESS LEAGUE OF GREATER" KANSAS CITY EN JOYED A HEARTY WELCOME AND LEFT A GP1AT IMPRESSION FOR THE SUdtESS OF NEGRO ENTERPRISES. In Kansas City and vicinity among tho people and friends of the Church of the Living" God, last Sunday even ing, President F. J. Weaver, J. H. Ma lone and the Secretary were the speakers. Sunday, June 7, every member of the League should be pres ent at tho Metropolitan Daptlst Church In Kansas City, Kansas. An excellent program will be arranged In music, song, and the speakers will be Hon. Wm. B. JJruce", ,11'on. L W. Johnson, Hoh'C. ft.. Franklin and J. A. Wilson, master, of ceremonies. Yours for enterprise, E.U. ROBINSON. The District Conference and Sunday School Convention of the North Mis souri District A. M E. Church, will be held June 16-19 Inclusive. Kev. P. C. Crews is Presiding Elder ot this Dis trict. There will be a large represen tation and excellent programs ren dered each day. MR. E. A. ROBINSON. Justly termed the "live wire" who has made the Negro Business League the greatest organization of Its kind In this country, and who as ail Insurance Tgent has no superior and few equals. He was offered a position' by leading Insurance Companies equal or better than the Conti nental and changes his Company for the sole good of his policy-holders. Tho American Life and Accident Co., which he now represents, pays him less salary, .but gives his people THE BEST POSSIBLE POLICY obtain able in this field. NOTICE. I All members of the Order of East-' orn Star are requested to be present 1 nt tho observance of Esther Day at Masonic Temple, Sunday, June 7, at , 2:30 p. m. Wear the colors of the Order. Public is Invited. I MARY F. (HERRIFORD) WOODS,' Chairman. NO MIDDLE MAN'S PROFIT. If you have not time to bring your printing to my office phone me and I will send after It. I use no solicitors. The cost he .would bo I give to you directly In material and good service. Persons' have complained recently that Eo'mo one is soliciting printing In our name which Is a false representation. C. A. Franklin, the printer, 1409 Main Street. Bell Phone, Grand 2988. FOREGROUND GAILY DECORATED MEN MARCHINJ INTO THE BUILDING. MORE THAN 10.C00 PEOPLE VINE STREET BAPTIST CHURCH. Sister Richard Lemons and Sister John Bowman attended services last Sunday evening and we were glad to see them looking so well after being 111 for several ' weeks. ., .Brother John Ueed has been very sick, but is much better. We hope he will continue to improve The Women's Mission Cir cle is doing fine. They meet every Tuesday; all are Invited to attend. ....The B. Y. P. U. Is doing nicely. They discuss Bible topics every even ing at 5:30. All are Invited to at tend. .. .Morning services were well attended. Ilev. Harris of Atlanta, Ga., preached a wonderful sermon. We hope the Reverend will come again. Our pastor's five minute talk to the young people was indeed grand. His subject was "The duty of a brother to his sister.'' Tho doctor said many rcod things; he said that a brother know better than a father or mother "what kind of company a sister ought to keep and 1f the brothers would take more Interest In their sisters, they would be able to select better hus bands and make their future lives a success." It would be well for each brother to take tho doctor's advice. Subscribe for the SUN Bell Phone East 99 1803 East 18th Street Mrs. Jennie White of Peoria, 111., formerly ot this city, announces the engagement of her daughter, Mamie Elane ot this city, to Mr. Floyd How ard of Hlgglnsvllle, Mo. , MOON'S PRODUCE MARKET. I am fully prepaered to bring the producer and consumer face to face. We have fixed our prices so each and every person, rich or poor, can buy. We ship our goods from our own farm direct to our store. We serve WITH AMERICAN FLAGS AND THE BISHOP JOHN HURST. The distinguished prelate who will preach at Allen Chapel Sunday morn ing, June 7, at 11 o'clock, and at First A. M. E. Church, Kansas City, Kan sas, at 7:30, and will assist Bishop at Ebenezer Chapel at 2:30 p. m. the same fresh goods at our restau-i rant at 1223 Baltimore. Ri-mcmh,.!-1 the place, 1335 East 18th street. W. C. MOON, Prop. The parents of the Wendell Phil lips School will give their annual par ty and gift to the school Saturday evening, June C, at the school. All parents are urged to be nresent. There will be a musical program with addresses by Rev. Thomas of Allen Uhapel and Hon. Nelson C. Crews. Refreshments and a happy social time Is assured. The prlnclpaland teach ers nre t6 bo guests of the Club. The Neighborhood Club which entertained the Parent-Teachers Association lasf winter, Is invited to be present. Mrs. Howard M. Smith, Pres. Mrs. Estella Woods, Sec. Ernest, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Boyd, 913 Vine street, who' nas Deen quite 111, Is somewhat better. MISS GRACE THOMAS. One of Kansas City's most lovable girls justly termed the "fashion plate ot Kansas City," who becomes a bride next Wednesday of Mr, Henry Martin of Jersey City, N. J. The Sun wishes thorn unalloyed happiness. IRVING-WEBB WEDDING. A Beautiful Affair Both Excel lent Young People. The marriage of Miss Charlotte Grace Irvln to Mr. Chester A. Webb took place at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. F. Irvln, 2455 Belfontalne avenue, at 8 o'clock Thursday evening, May 21. Rev. H. H. Jones of Ward Chapel officiated. The house was beautifully decorated with pink and white roses and pink and white carnations. Mrs. Blanche Wolf presided at the piano. Mendelssohn's wedding march was played. The bride entered on the arm of her fath er, who gave her away in marriage. Mrs. F. H. Webb, sister-in-law of the groom, was matron ot honor, and Mr. t H, Webb, the groom's brother, act ed as best man. The bride wore a gown ot Charmeuse satin and shadow lace. The veil was held in place with orange blossoms. She carried a bou quet ot white roses and wore a cor sage ot orange blossoms. The matron of honor, Mrs. F. H. Webb, worn a pink satin and white net dress and carried a bouquet ot pink roses. The groom and his best man wore full dress. A reception was tendered at tor the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs, Irvln were lsslsted by Mr. and Mrs. Finely; Miss Edith Thomas, Miss Julia Jacobs and Miss Thelma Young, Mr. and Mrs. C, A, Webb left for Excelsior Springs for a few days aftter the cere mony. Many useful and valuable presents were received as follows: Wedding cake, Mr, and Mrs, G. W. Hannah; lounging robe, Mr. Jas. Aior- Parks in the laying of the cornerstone CORNERSTONE LAYING AT EBENEZER, SUNDAY. JUNE 7. lit. Rev. H. B. Parks, D. D. will preach at 11 a. m., add at 2:30 p. m. the cornerstone at the New Ebenezer, lGth -and Lydla will be laid 'by Rone Lodge No. 25, and Hon; Nelson C. Crews, Grand Master of Ma sons. The K. of P. will be their escort. At 8 p. m., Hon. exMayor Beardsley and Mr. M. A, Long will .address the con gregation at the church, 17th and Tracy. Bishop H. B. Parks and Bishop J. W. Hurse, D. D., ivlll represent the A. M. E. con nection at the cornerstone lay ing. This New Ebenezer is to be one ot the finest church buildings owned by the race we3t ot St. Louis. W. C. WILLIAMS, Pastor. utf- '.f - nathy; cut glass sugar bowl and creamer, Mr. and Mrs. Wadley; cut glass water set, Rev. and Mrs. Craw ford; C cut glass water glasses, Mr. Edw. Jordan; coster set, Miss Lola Wilson and Mr. Wllford Howlet; choc olate pot, Prof, and Mrrs. T. W. H. Williams and Miss Amanda Moore; pitcher, Mrs. Lucy Hudson; set sher bet glasses, Mrs. E. G. Evans; table cloth, Atty. and Mrs. Ed. Curtain: 2 hand-painted plates, Miss Blanche Wolf; earrings and pin, Mrs. A. Wolf; tablecloth, Mrs. Judge Burnhara; Bat tenberg centerpiece, Mr. Frank Ir vln; one dozen towels, Mr. and Mrs. C. Herford; hand-painted chop plate. Mr. and Mrs. jas. Blake; hand-painted plate, Mrs. Sadie Perkins; five nana-crocheted dollies, Mr. and Mrs. E. Spears: dresser scarf. Mr. and m. Crawford; tablecloth, Mr. and Mrs. "Ben Cave; check, Mr. and Mrs. T. eoo; band-painted olive dish, Mrs. R. D. Brister; nut set, Mrs. L. Don- neii, aresser set, Wallace Austin and Miss Carrie E. Bowen; fi punch glass es. Mrs. Ella Reese; tinnrt.tvitntert dresser set, Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Estes; l book, Mr. Turk; embroidered pil low slips, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Russel; silver berry spoon, Mr. and Mrs. O. B. erguson; bed spread, Mrs. Kate Ir vln; 4-plece silver tea set. Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Webb: cold Inlnlrf set, Mr. and Mrs. Ollle Webb; 3 hand- emproidered sofa pillows, Mr. and Mrs. u, iniey; rocking chair, Messrs and Mesdames E. Ford. W. Allen. TV vin. ley, E. Hlnes and B. Martin, Mrs. Nancy Thomas, Miss Edith Thomas and Mrs. Lee; dresser scarf, Mrs. J. B. Yqung and Mlsa Thelma Young; Chocolate set, Miss Julia Jacobs.