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THE WICHITA SEARCHLIGHT Negroes In Congress. For The First Time In Thirty - Two Years No Colored Man Sits In Either Chamber. (N. V. Tribune.) VOL. III. Negroes In For The First Time In Colored Man Sits In (N. Y. Tribune.) For the first time in thirty-two years, except for a brief period between 1887 and 1889, no colored man sits in either chamber of congress, and there is less prospect of the election of a colored man to this body than at any time since the house of the war. That with education and culture his political fortunes will be advanced cannot be doubted. Hampton and Tuskegee are doing a great work, and the future Negro stateman will be the equal in intellect and culture, perhaps, of his white brother. This was not true of many of those colored men who have been honored with seats in congress, but it is true that they recognized their own limitations and worked patiently and unceasingly for improvement. The first colored man elected to congress was Willis Menard of Louisiana. He was born in Illinois, educated in Ionia college, had acted as hospital guard and recruiting officer for the government during the war, and was sent on a special mission to Honduras. In whatever office he won the confidence of his superiors. He had great influence over his own people, and was noted as a public speaker. No Negro was ever worthier of a seat in congress, but Meard was never allowed to serve in the office to which he had been chosen, being barred out by alleged irregularities in his election. His failure, however, and the criticism it evoked, paved the way for the entrance of the black man into public life, and on February 25, 1870, after one of the most exciting debates in the history of congress, when Charles Sumner acted as the champion of the Negro, Revolls was admitted to the senate to fill the seat made vacant by the resignation of Jefferson Davis. Two others Negroes served in Forty-first congress — Joseph H. Rainey and Jefferson F. Long. There was four Negro representatives in the Forty-second congress, which number was increased to seven in the Forty-third. The Forty-fourth congress was known as the "Black congress." Blanche K, Bruce represented Mississippi in the senate, and seven men of his race served in the lower house. Of these the most conspicuous was Robert Small of South Carolina, the famous pilot who, healed the party that conduct --- ed the Planter out of the Charleston harbor for which service he was handsomely rewarded by the government and appointed pilot for the rest of the war. With the Forty-forth congress the number of colored men in the house and senate began to decrease. In the next congress only four colored members were returned. Senator Bruce was the only man of his race in the Forty-sixth cengress. Smails and Lynch represented their race in the Forty-seventh congress. In the two succeeding congress there was only one colored man. James E. O'Hare of North Carolina, who was defeated for the Fiftieth congress, and since then only five Negroes have served in congress—John M. Langston of Virginia, Thomas E. Miller of South Carolinia, Henry P. Cheatham of North Carolinia, George W. Murray of South Carolinia, and Geo. H. White of North Carolinia. The Progressive Negroes. The Negroes of the United States are publishing in the various sections of the country 412 newspaper journals, the majority of which will reflect credit on any race of poeple Every self-respecting Negro in the land should subscribe and pay for at least one newspaper published by the race. But shame on some of our would-be big Negroes! They will pay for nothing, and see good in nothing done by the black men and women. Despite these simpletons, the Negroes are making progress along all lines.—Voice of the Centu- ry. Joe Stewart, the Main st. meat market man bought a turkey from a Sedgwick county farmer weighing 45 pounds alive-and 42½ pounds dressed. Who says that there is no corn in Sedgwick county. The funeral services of Mrs. Mary Thomas took place at her late residence last Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Dr. Claude G. Baker. DENTAL PARLORS Ed Grayson is now Vce Chan, of Her culean lodge No. 20. Henry Tutt, who has been sick for the past sis monts of consumption, died Thursday at the home of his mother between Third and Central, on 5th, st. Tutt was Born in Clenton, Mo. Mch. 13th, 1883, and was, at the time of his death 18 yrs. 11 montes, 14 days, old. His remains will be shipped to Clenton, Mo. WICHITA, KANSAS, SATURDAY, MARCH 1, 1902. A Hard Path T0 Trod. "Truly, the Afro-American newspaper has a hard road to travel. Many are borne into the world, drag along a short time and then die because of non-support. The men who started them meant well and designed to do right. They went forward to their work with the full expectation of receiving the generous support of their own race at least. The paper was subscribed for, and duly read, but not paid for, nor supported in the other two ways which we shall mention. Now here is the rule, if followed will be sure to bring success: First, subscribe to and pay promptly. This will enable the editor to get his paper out promptly and have it in your home on time; secondly, read your own paper and don't lend it to your neighbor, rather insisting that he send in his subscription and get it for himself. There're people in every community who are well informed as to what is going on this country, and yet never spend a dollar for a paper; they simply depend upon their neighbors for the news. They often drop in to borrow the paper before it is read by the owner. The man that depend upon his neighbors for his news takes just that much advantage of the publisher, for he takes what he does not pay for. and the man that lends his paper is equally guilty. Thirdly before buying clothing, shoes, bread provisions, coal, wood and all things needed in the family, let him take up his paper and examine the advertisements, and those business houses which advertise in your own race papers are the ones whom we ought to support as far as we possibly can. By so doing, we can help our struggling editor in more ways than one. The advertiser is quick to see that his investment has not been thrown away and will be ready to accommodate the editor in every way possible. Thus, we have given you the three rules and we assert without hesitancy that if they are followed our race journals will live and grow." Dear Reader, "chew upon these things' and wax wise.—Colored American. The ladies G. L. A. club met at the residence of Mrs. H. F. Frazier last Tuesday, after spending an hour at work the ladies were served a most enjoyable lunch. They met next Tuesday at the residence of Mrs. T. H. Cor 906 N. Wichita st. RCN. W. S. PIERCE. We have the pleasure of presenting the likeness of Hon. W. S. Pierce candidate for the nomination of Register of Deeds of Sedgwick county. Candidate For Nomination For Office of Register of Deeds. Mr. Pierce was born Pennsylvania and moved from there to Galesburg, Ill. He came to Kansas in 1878 and located in Kingman county. He came to Wichita in 1882 and has the destincion of opening the fourth exclusive shoe store in our city. He sold his store in in 1886, and during the greater part of which time he has been engaged in the insurance business. He is a strong republican; has never missed a county convention and has missed but a few state and congressional conventions. He has always taken a keen and active part in politics. It is said of him that he can call as many persons by their given name as any man in our county. As a candidate for office of Register 6f Deeds, Mr. Pierce is making a good race, and is a fit person for that office. The Convention. Never in all the history of the republican party, has a more harmonious convention assembled than was the county delegate convention, which met in Garfield hall on last Thursday. It bespeaks a most glowing and glorious success of the party this fall. The convention gave the colored voters a recognition which they have never before received by electing W. N. Miller temporae secretary, and later when the convention was permanently organized by electing Lieut. W. A. Bettis assistant permanent secretary. Besides this very appreciable recognition of the race, they elected W. N. Miller as a delegate to the 7th congressional convention, which meets at Hutchinson on March 5th, and Lieut. W. A. Bettis to the state convention which meets in this city on May 28th. The convention ratified the splendid administration of Gov. W. E. Stanley and pledged itself to his support as senator. They also paid a tribute to Chester I Long and instructed the delegates for him, as well as approved of the statesmanship of our Senator J. R. Burton. But the convention almost went wild in their enthusiasm of support of the candacy of our fellow towsman, Hon. Chas. H. Luling, as State Insurance Commissioner. They pledged themselves to Luling to a man. One of the very agreeable features was an address to the convention by the Hon. Robt E. McCollock of Anthony, candidate for the nomination as Attorney General. His every word was most heartily received. After having finished their business the convention adjourned. JUBILEE! Peerlss Hall FRIDAY NIGHT: March 14t This promises to be one of the GRANDEST AFFAIRS EVER WITNESSED. A GRAND Literary, Musical and Jubilee Program Will Be Rendered GOOD MUSIC Everybody can have an enjoyable time. All are cordially invited. Admission Only 15c. To investigate my prices and examine my samples Reason No. 1- Your order is taken with the distinct understanding that the goods will fit and please you. Otherwise, you are under no obligation to accept them. Reason No. 2- You can have your garments made in any style you desire, made just the way you would like to have them made. You are not confined to any one pattern or style. You are the one to be satisfied, and if you are not pleased, you are under no obligation to take the goods. Reason No. 3- Because you can get Suits from $9.50 to $30.00 Trousers from $2.50 to $9.00. James A. Robinson, 343 NORTH MAIN. JACKSON HOUSE. Greenfield Brc's WICHITA, KAS NO,40 Spring Goods Are Here. Our Store is in Spring attire. In men, Green and Brown's seems to predominate All in Scotch effects. Goods arriving every day. In children's, the Norfolks are quite popular. Also the Vistrees. Our line of Boys' Suits is now complete. Ask to see our line of top and long Spring Overcoats. No use to mention in regards to our furnishings. All we ask is a call. In underwear, ask to see our new tan and brown effects, very swell. Agents for Jno. B. Stetson stiff hats THE SEARCHLIGHT. WICHITA, KANS. W. N. MILLER, Editor. Entered the Post-Office at Wichita, Kansas as Second Class Mall Matter. PUBLISHED EVERY SATURDAY AT 110 NORTH MAIN ST. On year, by mail ..... 61 99 Six months, by mail ..... 75 Three months, by mail ..... 86 Advertising rates made known on application. Address all communications to "The Searchlight," Wichita, Kansas. [All matters to be published must reach this office not later than Tuesday, to reach publication in the current issue.] correspondents and agents wanted every- where. Write us for terms. All matters sent to "The Searchlight" for publication must be signed by the party or parties writing. Let Them Fight!!! One-eyed Pitchfork Ben Tillman and his colleague L. D. McLaurin of South Carolina, both deep-dyed Negro haters, got into a fist fight in the Senate last Saturday. There is only one regret, and that is each of them did not send each other where they have been instrumental in sending many poor, innocent colored men—to the judgement bar. Let them fight each other is our say. Fight! Fight!! Fight!!! That "Superior" Race. We have heard much about the "superior" and "inferior" races. The action of the "superior" (?) race in the U. S. Senate in the past few days seems to be lacking much of that boasted "refinement" so much referred to. A debating society among the "inferior" (?) race—the Negro race—would have been more dignified and refined than has been the action of Tillman, McLaurin, Wellington and McComas in the U. S. Senate recently. We sit by and smile. It's coming our way. A. D. Taylor, one of Sedgwick county's able teachers, is a candidate for Superintendent of Public Instruction. He is an able man and would do credit in that capacity. Hon. Dan Boone has made a most excellent record as Treasurer of Sedgwick county, and is the right man to receive the nomination to succeed himself. He is a strong man in the party and his candidacy will mean his re-election. Let all be for Dan Boone for County Treasurer. For the first time in 32 year there is no Negro in either branch at congress and the first time in 32 years the U. S. Senate is disgraced' Why the change? Did the presence of the Negro hold the Senate in check. Mr. F. J. Bartlett, for several years foreman of the great Wichita Nursery, has returned after an absence of several montns and has again taken the foremanship of that large Nursery. Mr. Bartlett will add greatly to the cropograting of that firm, as he has served a regular apprenticeship in the business and has the reputation of being the only one in the state who has so served. Mr. Bartlett is an enthusiastic republican and do his part. On behalf of our fellow republicans we welcome him to aid the party. The Ladies' Candy club met at the residence of Mrs. Lizzie Henderson, N: Main st., Wednesday, and had an enjoyable time. They will meet at the home of Mrs. Bertie Waters, 3rd and Wichita, next Wednesday. We regret to learn of the death of Sir Knight Dr. Vernella was one of the oldest and most prominent Pythians in the state. He is buried today. Mrs. Jas. Jackson is on the sick list. Locals and Personals. $ \pm = \dagger $ As. We GET It, So We GIVE It. $ \pm = \dagger $ The silver medal contest at the New Hope Baptist church, last Thursday night, was a grand success. The medal was won by Mrs. Lee Anderson. Wichita Tabernacle No. 34 held their memorial services last Thursday evening, and a big initiation at night. The ladies are doing fine. If you want a good Bicycle; enter the Searchlight contest. The colored men's business club, held their second meeting at the Srarchlight office last Tues. night. They are going right to business, and are preparing to grapple with many questions of interest to the colored people of Wichita. The club means business and they are proceeding along those lines. Let all the Band boys meet Mr. Sam Jones, Monday night, March 3rd, 338 N. Main st. A letter from our friend Hopkins Abernathy, states that his headquartiers have been moved from LaJunta Colo. to Dodge City, Kansas. Hop says he is feeling fine and doing well, we are proud to hear from him. The meeting of Toas lodge No. 10, K. of P. Monday night was a grand and instructive one. Miss Janie Dunn entertained a number of friends at her beautiful home at 1115 N. Washington Tues. evening, it being her 17th, birthday. The evening was passed away with music, singing, and various games. At a late hour dainty refreshment was served. Miss Dunn recieved many handsome presents. Those present were Misses Julia Starnes, Alberta Alexander, Stella Valley, Edith Johnson, Lizzie Underwood, Mayme Coleman, Ella Johnson, Eliza Jackson, Jane Dunn Marie Dunn, Messrs. Jake Mitchell, Eddie Horton, Jno. Coleman, Geo. Starnes, Eugene Dunn, Andrew Waters, Dump and Tallie Mitchell Mr. H. C. Dixson, is visiting friends and relative in Wichita. Herculean lodge No. 20, met last Friday night and was convened by the new Vice Chancellor Edward Grasyon, who presided until the arrival of the Chan. Com., Thaddeus Summitt. The lodge has prepared a grand Pythian program for Friday night, Feb. 28th. Knight Henry Holbort will give a poetical lecture on the life of Damon and Pythias. Knight Frank Gardenhire will talk of the work in the First Degree All Knights are welcome. Lester Hallum, the little son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Hallum, met with quite a painful accident by mashing his finger Wednesday. Miss Albertha Lewis is quite sick. For many years the Uniferm rank among the colored Pythians of Kansas has existed in name only. It has been permitted to linger until all had almost lost all interest therein. Recently, however, Capt. Sam W-Jones took up the work of re-organizing the rank and has most admirably succeeded in awakening interest. He has organized and mustered in Imperial company No.1, of this city, of which he was elected Captian. Recognizing his work the Maj. Genl. has appointed him a Colonel and Aid de Camp on the Maj. Genl staff as the following letter will explain. THE WICHITA SEARCHLIGHT, SATURLAY, MARCH 1 1902 HEADQUARTERS UNIFORM RANK, Knights of Pythias. Supreme Jurisdiction N. A., S. A., E., A., A. and A. Office of J. L. Jones, Adjutant General. Gen'l Order No. 4. Cincinnati, O., Feb. 25, '02.—Capt. Sam W. Jones, Commanding Imperial Company No. 1, Wichita, Kansas, is hereby promoted and appointed Colonel and Aid-de-Camp on the Major General's staff for the jurisdiction of Kansas, and is hereby assigned to command said jurisdiction. He will be respected and obeyed accordingly. By order of Major General, Commanding. J. L. Jonea. Adj. Gen. Chas. H. Luling returned Monday from and extended trip in the Northeast of the State, and he report everything in fine shape. W. S. Pierce is an avowed candidate for Register of Deeds and it looks mighty like a Pierce winning Billie Pierce will make a mighty good man, too. Mrs F. E. Moten, entertained Misses Williams, and Thomas, of Hutchinson Kansas, accompanied by Messrs Thomas Anderson and P. D. Coleman, at her residence 408 N. Moseley last Tuesday evening. A most enjoyable time was had. Music was funished by Prof. Bell and Southards. Mrs. Millie Kelly, is on the sick list. Mrs. S. W. Lea has been quite sick, but is somewhat improved. Do You Ride? If so, Here Is Your Chance For A Bicycle FREE!!! Beginning with this Issue we offer a $30. BICYCLE $30. to the person sending us the most Paid Up Subscribers FOR ONE YEAR. [not less than 50] This Bicycle is a beautiful, high grade wheel valued AT $30.00 It is now on Exhibition in the show windows of Schollenberger Bros.. BICYCLE STORE, 230 North Main St- Go by and examine it. This golden opportunity to get a First-Class, No. 1, Bicycle, Free of Cost, and only requiring a little ef- fort on your part, is a Chance Of A Life Time, and will aid us in increasing the circulation of one of the best Negro Journals of the State and the only Negro Journal published in Southwestern Kansas. A little work among your neighbors will bring Good Results. This Contest is not confined to Wichita. ANY ONE CAN ENTER AT ANY PLACE. If the winner does not live in Wichita we will send it to him or her by Express. we pay all charges. If a gentleman wins we will give a GENTLEMAN'S WHEEL. The Contest closes Saturday night, May 31st 1902, at midnight. Try It. Those desiring to enter the contest will write to this office for blanks and further particulars, Subscription $1 per year Subscription, $1 per year. THE SEARCHLIGHT PALESTINE COMMANDERY No.12. Wichita Kansas. J.T.Chinneth, Emminent Commander J.A.Roberson, Generalissimo. Phil Hyde, Captain General Joseph Fines Secreta Sylvester Anderson,Treas Meets the 2nd Monday night each month High Priest. J.S.Fauver, King. Ben Wilson, Scribe. J.T.Chinneth,Secretary Grant Ewing,Treas. Meets the 4th Monday night each month Recli Call cor.D Jas. L. Harper, N.G, Willis Bartlett, V. G. Chas. H. Gordon, P S. Meets 1st, 2nd and 3rd Tuesday night. WICHITA TABERNACLE No. 34 Mrs. Mattie Miller, C. P. Miss Lulu Covington, C. R Meets 1st and 3rd Thursday afternoon, 2 pm Hardware Store, Builders Hardware, Garland and Quick Meal Steel Ranges, Garland Cook Stoves; all at the lowest prices. Buy Your Co The Ross WHOLESALE AND RETAIL ALL KINDS Hard and Soft YARDS 215 & 303 W. Douglas. Phone 215 TILLMAN IS BARRED. President Cancelled His Invitation To Dine. The President Monday withdrew his invitation extended to Senator Tillman, of South Carolina, to attend the dinner that night in honor of Prince Henry of Prussia at the White House. It is stated that this action on the part of the President was made necessary from the fact that owing to occurrences on the floor of the Senate last Saturday the senator from South Carolina was declared in contempt of the Senate. Senator Martin. of Virginia, a member of the committee on naval affairs, accepted an invitation in Mr. Tillman's place. The invitation was extended originally to Mr. Tillman owing to the fact that he is the ranking minority member of the naval affiars committee. There was a sensational sequel to the deciion of the President to eliminate Senator Tillman from the list of dinner guests. The President sent for Senator Cockrell, of Missouri, and asked him as a friend and Democratic colleague of Mr. Tillman, to suggest to the latter the propriety of withdrawing his acceptance of the dinner invitation. The President explained his attitude in the matter, and said that in view of the contempt proceedings, Mr. Tillman's presence would not only be an affront to the Senate but a discourse to Prince Henry. Mr. Cockrell accepted the commission, and later telephoned the President that Mr. Tillman absolutely refused to withdraw his acceptance in response to the President's suggestion. The President immediately cancelled the invitation in a note he dispatched directly to Mr. Tillman shortly before noon Monday. In this note, which was very brief and formal, the President stated he regretted that he was obliged to withdraw the invitation. Simultaneously Senator Martin, of Virginia, was invited to take Mr. Tillman's place at the dinner as the next ranking member in the Senate of the naval affairs committee. The following was the letter withdrawing Mr. Tillman's invitation to dine that night: "White House, February 24,—The President regrets that he is compelled to withdraw the invitation to you to dine to-night at the White House. Very truly yours, GEORGE B. CORTELYOU, Secretary to the President." Organizing A Tent. Mrs. Geo W. White and Mrs, W N. Muller are organizing a Tent for children as the Juvinile department of the Tabernacle. All parents who would like for their children to take part in the Tent will permit them to meet at the residence of Mrs. White, 117 E. Murdock, Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. B. Morris, pastor of the 2nd Baptist church, Winfield, Kansas, is conducting a revival meeting there. The revival has been in progress for more than a week. He has had five converts. His services were getting so interesting till he came up and got Rev. Frazier to go down and assist him. Both left here Monday evening and doubtless made it warm for the unrepentant there this week. TOBACCO CUAM SPECIALS 1890 ASTONISHING OFFER!! For many years we have used four Whiskand Cigarette Wholestersonly and our brands are preferred by them, as they are superior to other products. In order to give the Consumer the benefit of the large profits of Dealer and Whisk and down the price of the Consumer, we will direct to the Consumer's Food Popular Brands of Whiskies and Cigars at less than wholesale prices. 14 BEAUTIFUL PRIZES FREE NO RESTRICTIONS! EVERY OFF WILL GIVE IT WITH every quart bottle of our famous 10 year Old Queen City Club and one box of our justly cale-rated genuine Urban Band-Made 10c clear and one box of our justly cale-rated genuine Full Flavor and Nostril Bottles will give a absolute new freeze-to-go look! 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Mrs. Lucy Anderson, W. C. Miss Blench Alexander, R.of D. Mrs. Lee Anderson, W. R. of D. Meets 1st. and 3rd. Monday each month ARKANSAS VALLEY Lodge No.21. A.F. & A.M. John T. Chinneth, W.M. W.H.A.Clark,Secretary. Meets 1st.and 3rd.Tuesday each month. All Master Masons in good standing are Cordially Invited. MT. ZION CHAPTER No.17. W.H.A.Clark, HOME OF THE WEST No.2906. G.U.O.O.F. HOUCK 116 East Douglas Ave. YARDS 215 & 303 W. Douglas Phone 215 Pay Up. Our collector is out collecting evero Saturday. Welkindly ask you ta be ready to pay. Remember he is out collecting every Saturday. Searchlight $1.00 When in need of Groceries do not forget that you can always get the Best at the Lowest prices at KERNAN'S 1102 E Downtown Ave. 'Phone 357 MRS. LEE ANDERSON HAIR DRESSER-- and MASSAGE PARLOR. 442 N. TOPEKA AVE. B.F.McLean, Lumber Dealer Wichita, Kansas. 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Biography of Moses Dixson, by Miss Winnifred Ray. 5. Song, selected. 6. Life of Moses Dixson, by Mrs. F. Motin. 7. Solo, by Miss Lela Crouch. 8. Solo, by Mrs. Caney Barker. 9. Reading resolutions. Miss Andrews, Accompanist. Cherryvale Mrs. Willie Harris, took her deparcher for Joplin Mo. where she will join her husband. Miss. Annie and Mealor Knox, Monday evening, intertained Miss. Annie and Archie Williams, the girls left Tuesday morning, on the 8 o'clock train for their home in Catusie Ind Ter. Mrs. Cardie Montgomery, of Independence Kansas, has been here the past week the guert of Mrs. A. King. The quartly meeting will be held here at this place Sunday, let every body turn out and let us have a good time, Rev. Griffet will be present. The U. B. C. lodge, will meet in its regular session next Monday night. Members get ready and meet early. We are glad to say that Rev Walthell, is able to be up again. Mr. H. C. Dixon, left for Wichita, Sunday night. Mrs. J. W. 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Morris. revival at the 2nd Baptist church, is proviug a grand success. There was one convert last week and four added to the church. He spent Sunday night at his home at Wichita, and arived Monday accomped by Rev. Frazier, who will fill the stand for a week. Rev. Frazier is a powerful speaker and we know he will do good in Windfield. Mr. Jake Simpsou were in Arkansas city, last Monday. Rev. Joe Martin, of St. John Ks. uncle of Nors Jerry Miles arived last week to visit his neice. Rev. Martin assisted Rvv. A. Simes in his services Sunday at the A. M. E. church, there was three added to the church. Miss. Capitoria and Nora Toms of Arkansas city, was in town Monday night. Miss. Maud Peitte of Arkansas city, visiting friends and relatives last week. Mrs. Jno. 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Mrs. McGinnis is on the sick list this week and also Frank West. Rev. G. F. Brown's mother of Independence Mo. is in the city, she expect to make her future home with Rev. Brown. Jno. Jenkins is reported some better. Hutchinson. Rev. C. O. Smith, who have been laboring in revival meeting with the 2nd, Baptist church, in Wichita, Ks. returned home Monday evening and went back Tuesday morning. He reports plenty of room for spiritual improvement, in that city, but says that Dr. H. V. Plummer, pastor of 2nd, Baptist church, is equal in ability, and indestry, to any emergency that may at any time present itself. The Tabernacle Baptist chnrcb Rev. C. H. Duvall Pastor is doing a great work in this city, the revival meeting is increasing in intent each eight. The Doctor has commanded a halt but the christions says we are A SES OF HARD HEARING CURABLE whose born deaf are incurable. USE IMMEDIATELY. BALTIMORE, SAYS: BALTIMORE, Md., March 30, 1901, thanks to your treatment, I will now give you tion, ing, and this kept on getting worse, until I lost months, without any success, consulted "u- ment ear specialist of this city, who told n. that it only temporarily, that the head noises wri- dld in a New York paper, and ordered your treat- ing to your directions, the noises ceased, and doing a great work. Neh. 6-3 Rev. R. W. P. Banks, of Great Bend and Rev. Lightfoot, of Kansas city, passed through the city, and preached several soul stirring sermons, there by redeeming the dignity of the gospel ministry, which had been so shamefully butchered by two men who both together would not make one good jack-leg. A visit to the Helen Gould Orphans' Home, 1447 River street, will convince any that that institution is well worthy the patronage and support of every one. It is an admitted fact that nowhere is an orphan home needed more than in Wichita, and such a home can do much to alleviate the want of many a poor, homeless colored boy or girl. We made a visit to the Helen Gould Home last Saturday, and were greatly impressed with the business like manner in which it is conducted. Mrs. H. H. Neely, Matron of the Home, and Mr. H. H. Neely, Superintendent are doing a grand work there in the interest of humanity and the race. At the home we found six bright little children, ranging in age from 3 months to 8 years. Each one seemed pleased and greeted the visitor with a smile. During the year 1901, the Home secured comfortable homes for 21 children; which was doing fine. The solution of crimes among young Negroes is in institutions as the Helen Gould House. The young boy or the young girl who is homeless is taken theoe and under the care of the pleasant and motherly influence of Mrs. Neeley, the mations, there minds are elevated to higher and noble deeds. Those taking the urchin from the street, from bad company, and, perchance saves one soul from the state peal institutions as the Helen Gould Orphant Home lies the solution of crimes among the younger class of Negroes; there uplifted the standard of the future filled and leaders of the negro race fillard and leaders of the negro race. We, as a peopol should give aid to such an institutirn and help make it one of the grandest in the west. Your Footwear Where do you buy your shoes and what do you pay for them? This should be an important matter to you, especially when it may mean a saving of dollars in a short time. We have a complete stock of Sample Shoes, as another big shipment arrived yesterday. Find your size and it means that you get them at less than wholesale prices. Red Front Racket The People's Economy Store. TAPP BROTHERS & HANSHAW Phone 257. 255-257 N. Main. MISS VIRGINIA GRANES Tells How Hospital Physicians Use and Rely upon Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. "DEAR MRS. 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Douglas makes and sells more men's factories in the world. W. L. Douglas $3.00 and $3.50 shoes placed side by side with $5.00 and $6.00 shoes of other makes, are found to be just as good. Two pairs of ordinary $3.00 and $3.50 shoes. Made of the best leather, Including Patent Corona Kid, Corona Kid, and National Kangaroo. W. L. Douglas $4.00. Black Jacks Tuxedo. W. L. Douglas $4.00. Black Jacks Tuxedo cannot be equated at any price. by mail 25c.extra. Catalog free. W. L. Douglas, Brockton, Mass. DON'T GET WET! THE ORIGINAL TOWER'S FISH BRAND SLICKER MADE IN MASS OR YELLOW IS SURE PROTECTION IN WET WEATHER. ON SALE EVERYWHERE. CATALOGUES FREE SHOWING FULL LINE OF GARMENTS AND HATS A.J.TOWER CO. BOSTON. MASS. CAPSIGUM VASELINE (PUT UP IN COLLAPSIBLE TUBES) A substitute for and superior to mustard or any other plaster, may not work with skin. The pain-illaging and curative qualities of this article are wonderful. It will stop the toothache at once, and relieve headache and sinus. It complements it at the best and safest external counter-irritant known, also as an external remedy for pains in the chest and stomach and all rheumatic, neuriglo and gouty complications it at the best and safest. Once for it, and it will be found to be invaluable in the household. Many people say it is the best of all of your preparations. Price 15 cents. Sending this amount to in postage stamps we will send you a tube by mail. No article should be accepted by the public unless the same carries out will prove what it is not genuine. 17 State Street, NEW YORK CITY. PRIESMEYER SHOE CO. SHOES THAT WEAR. Ask Your Dealer For Them. ```markdown ``` Venerable English Preacher. Mr. Robert Chapman, one of the Plymouth Brethren, is preaching in Devonshire, England, at the age of 100 years. He has preached for seventy years without a break. He once was a London lawyer. Spiritualism Declining: It has been the general observation that for some years past spiritualism has been in a gradual decline. This is the law with everything that is not founded on true merit. The reason Hostetter's Stomacher heath care applied as the leading family medicine during the past fifty years is because it is founded on true merit, and has always been found reliable in cases of indigestion, dyspepsia, constipation and billowness. Try a bottle and satisfy yourself. Set a thief to catch a thief, but not a drunkard to catch a drunkard. ALL UP TO DATE HOUSEKEEPERS use Distance Cold Water Starch, because it is better and 4 oz. more of it for same money. The man who can't pay his hatter plunges headfirst into debt. Piso's Cure is the best medicine we ever used for all afections of the throat and lungs. W. O. ENDLEY, Vanburen, Ind., Feb 10, 1000. The older a woman grows the safer it is to intrust a secret to her keeping. Dropsy treated free by Dr. H. H. Green's Sons, of Atlanta, Ga. The greatest dropsy specialists in the world. Read their advertisement in another column of this paper. Wise is the prophet who doesn't bet on the result of his predictions. FROM ACROSS THE RIO GRANDE. Mr. G. A. Fisher of Cludad Porfrio Diaz, Mexico, is employed in the engineers' office of the Mexican international Railroad. On Sept. 7, 1901, he wrote: "I am recommending Dr. Caldwell's Psyrup Pepsin to all my friends in this community and others that wish an invaluable remedy for Dyspepsia and Constipation." Druggists sell this valuable laxative and stomach remedy. If yours does not, send in name to Pepsin Syrup Co., Monticello, Ill., and they will send you a sample bottle and interesting book free. Applause has hurried many a man along the road that leads to failure. LUCAS COUNTY Frank L. Lucas, cooth that he is the senior partner of the firm of F. J. Cheney & Co., doing business in the City of Toledo, County of Lucas, and the sum of ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS for each and every case of Catrarch that cannot be cured by the case of Hall's Catrarch Cure. Sworn to before me and subscribed in my presence, this 6th day of December, A. D. 1883. [SEAL] A. W. GLEEAN. Nearby Public. Hall's Catarrh Cure is internally, and acts directly on the blood and mucous surfaces of the system. Send for recriminations, free. Hall's Y & CO. & J. J. J. Sold by Drugsdust. 75e. Hall's Family Pills are the best. Peace of mind is often the result of not knowing any better. A WESTERN CANADA FARMER. SEVEN YEARS AGO HE HAD BUT $24; NOW HE HAS SEVENTY HEAD OF CATTLE. This Is What a Couple of Eastern Farmers Learned When on a Recent Trip to Canada—Splendid Words About Saskatoon, Rostem and Hague Dist rict Where They Will Locate. Messrs. J. E. Blum and J. Crumper of Manchester, Washtenaw County, Michigan, paid a visit to Alberta last summer and saw there a Mr. Shantz, one of the good old Pennsylvania stock, who had come recently—some seven years ago—from Ontario with $24 in his pocket. He has certainly prospered, as he now has over seventy head of cattle, has a good loghouse framed over; also a good barn, and in all respects looks a thrifty and well-to-do farmer. He had some good crops of oats and barley. After spending some days in Calgary and Edmonton they returned to Regina, Assiniboia, and looked around the country north to Lumsen and Balgonie, where the crops appeared very promising and heavy; continuing up the Regina and Long Lake road they came to Saskatoon on the crossing of the South Saskatchewan River. Of this district they say: "The country here pleased us better than any we have seen. We drove out eighteen miles in a northwesterly direction through the Smith settlement. This is a wonderful district; the growth was splendid; all kinds of grains and roots were perfection. The older settlers had good buildings of all kinds and looked very prosperous; in fact, we came to the conclusion that we had found what we were looking for, a good country. While the nature of the soil changes and is in some parts light, in others stony, and again heavy, generally speaking it leaves nothing to be desired. Hay and water are also in abundance and wood can be found along the river slopes and islands. We have decided to locate there and shall certainly advise our friends to do likewise. We also trust that this report may have the effect of drawing the attention of land seekers to this district, and can honestly advise all such to locate there. They will find a good thing. As farmers ourselves, from a good district in Michigan, we have come to the conclusion that, properly farmed, western Canada will grow almost anything." Ask for information from any agent of the Canadian government. WESTERN CANADA'S or 1501 now the talk of nor 1501 no meant the Province of Manitoba or Manitoba and districts of Assinibio, Saskatchewan the most wonderful grain producing coun- tries in the world saskatchewan ranks the highest post hold the highest post WOODENWOOD OF THE COMMERCIAL WORLD is by no means phenomenal. The Province of Manitoba and districts of Assiniboia, Saskatchewan and Alberta are the most-wonderful grain producing countries in the world. In stock raising they also hold the highest position. Thousands of Americans are annually making this their home, and they succeed as they never did before. Move Westward with the tide and secure a farm and home in Western Canada. Low rates and special privileges to homeseekers and settlers. The handsome forty-page Atlas of Western Canada sent free to all applicants. Apply for rates, &c., to F. Pedley, Superintendent of Immigration, Ottawa, Canada, or to J. S. Crawford, Canadian Government Agency, 314 W. Ninth St., Kansas City, Mo. HENRY FORMALLY RECEIVED. Talk and Movements Governed by Etiquette. ROYAL PARTY WELL GUARDED. Washington, Feb. 26.—After a reception of Prince Henry of Prussia in a flower laden depot by Secretaries Hay and Long he was taken up Pennsylvania avenue to the White House, guarded by a small army of police, secret service men and detectives, with an escorting cavalry column. The prince was escorted from the carriage to the executive mansion by Secretary Hay and Admiral Evans. The party was conducted through the main lobby into the red parlor, thence into the east room and from there the prince alone was conducted through the green room to the blue parlor, where the president was in waiting to receive him. In conformity with diplomatic etiquette, the president received the royal visitor in private and without introduction. This was made necessary by the fact that there is now in the United States no representative of the German nation of sufficiently high rank to present to the president a prince of the blood roya., a brother and personal representative of the German emperor. After the greetings had been extended the president led the prince into the Red parlor and introduced him to Mrs. Roosevelt and his daughter, Miss Alice. After a few words with them, the royal visitor was conducted into the green room and introduced to the members of the cabinet and their ladies. Soon after the prince and his suite had gone to the Willard hotel, the president returned his call. There was no exchange of formal addresses during the visit which was strictly one of official etiquette although it gave opportunity for expressions of mutual cordiality and good will between the two nations. The prince and party then visited both houses of congress. The dinner given to Prince Henry by President Roosevelt closed for the day the honors bestowed upon the royal visitor by official Washington. Uncle Sam Trusts the Bear. Washington, Feb. 26.—The United States government is now perfectly satisfied as to the correctness of Russia's intentions respecting Manchuria. The pledges heretofore obtained from Russia have been renewed and reinforced so strongly that they must be accepted as satisfactory unless our government is prepared to deliberately question Russia's integrity which it has not the least disposition to do. Curtis Receives Compliments. Washington, Feb. 27.—Congressman Charles Curtis again presided over the house. He occupied the chair as presiding officer of the committee of the whole during the consideration and passage of the diplomatic and consular bill. Mr. Curtis was the recipient of many compliments from his colleagues on the manner in which he presided, especially during the visit of Prince Henry to the chamber. To Take Possession Washington, Feb. 27.—It has been practically decided that the formal ceremonies incident to the taking over of the Danish West Indies by the United States shall be performed by the army, and a detachment of troops from Porto Rico will be sent to the islands soon after the exchange of ratifications of the treaty, to raise the flag and formally take possession of the new territory. A. O. L. W. Officer Fort Scott, Kan., Feb. 27.—The grand lodge of the A. O. U. W. convened in this city with an unusually large attendance of delegates from all parts of the state. G. H. Lamb, of Yates Center, was renominated for grand master; John H. Crider, of Fort Scott; M. W. Wallace, of Kingman, and T. A. Beck, of Topeka, were selected as supreme lodge delegates. T. A. Cordry, Hutchinson, was appointed grand lodge reporter. For grand medical director there are ten candidates. Martial Law in Spain. Madrid, Feb. 24.—Premier Sagasta will establish martial law throughout Spain. It was said when the chamber of deputies closed, that the minister of war, Gen Weyler, had a long conference with the queen regent followed by a conference with the military authorities. Afterwards, it is asserted, arms, and ball cartridges were served out to the troops in Madrid, who are in readiness to start at a moment's notice for an actual campaign. Leasing Date Extended. Washington, Feb. 27.—It is announced that in view of the representations of the cattlemen now occupying the Kiowa and Comanche Indian lands in Oklahoma, that they will be unable to remove their herds by April 1, the date set for the opening of bids for new leases, the president has given instructions to postpone the letting of new leases until July 1 next, if the canges can be cleared by that time, and if not to grant a further postponement until July 1, 1903. All we not fair in love. Some fellows prefer brunettes. USE THE FAMOUS Red Cross Ball Blue. Large 2-oz. package 5 cents. The Russ Company, South Bend, Ind. The gold cure is a good thing for a tight money market. Storekeepers report that the extra quantity, together with the superior quality, of Defiance Starch make it next to impossible to sell any other brand. Having a mortgage on your house won't keep it warm. A girl may be named Ross and still not have a cent to her name. Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup. For children teething, softens the games, reduces inflammation, always pain, cure swollen colic. See a bottle. Lots of women can't pass a mirror without a reflection. DON'T FORGET DON'T FORGET A large 2-oz. package Red Cross Ball Blue, only 6 cents. The Russ Company, South Bend, Ind. Rubbing up against the world is what makes people bright. WHEN YOUR GROCER SAYS he dons not have Defiance Starch, you may be sure he is afraid to keep it until you have it. The very cold starch is not only better than any other Cold Water Starch, but contains 15 oz. to the package and sells for same money as 12 oz. brands. The centipede isn't satisfied to get there with both feet. This Will Interest Mothers. Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children, used by Mother Gray, a nurse in Children's Home, New York, cure Feverishness, Teething Disorders, Batomach Troubles and destroy worms. At all druggists', 25c. Sample FREE. Address Alien S. Gimsted, LeRoy, N. Y. The man who can keep a promise is the man who never makes one. The Handsomeat Calendar of the Season The Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railroad Co. has issued a beautiful calendar in six sheets 12x14 inches, each sheet having a ten-color picture of a popular actress—reproductions of water colors by Leon Moran. The original paintings are owned by and the calendars are issued under the Railway Company's copyright. A limited edition will be sold at 25 cents per calendar of six sheets. Will be mailed on receipt of price. F. A. Miller, General Passenger Agent, Chicago. How Clothes Are Blistered. Many of the starches now being used in washable fabrics contain ingredients that break and blister the goods so that after a few washings they are of little service. Defiance starch (made in Nebraska) is manufactured with a special view to obviating the difficulty. It contains a solution that can in no way injure the linen—but instead gives it a smooth, glossy finish that makes goods look new after each ironing. Sold by leading grocers. Made by Magnetic Starch Co., Omaha, Neb. What the Track Costs. Few persons know that on a railway line like the Santa Fe it costs nearly as much to renew ties ($95,000 yearly) as is paid to station agents and station clerks; that the annual repairs of roadway and track ($2,350,000) exceed the salaries of trainmen and traffic clerks; that the renewal of rails ($626,000) costs almost as much as the telegraph service; that watchmen and track-walkers draw nearly as much money ($137,000) as is paid out for stationery and printing; that the item of rail fastenings ($250,000 a year) exceeds the expense of legal service. But it pays to have the track just right. FREE KIDNEY AND BLADDER CURE. Mailed to all sufferers from Disorders of the Kidneys and Bladder, Bright's Disease, Rheumatism, Gravel, Pain in the Back, Dropsy, etc. The following letter from Hon. I. A. Hopkins, Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners, Walthorh, Kam, tells how Alkavis cured after he mishap his mind that he had a short time to live. Gentleman... I believe and know that I owe my life to the Lord. I owe my blood and Bladder Trouble for you. My limbs were swollen with Rheumatism so that I could hardly walk. I had to get up every hour of the night to Elisse. I had to be blood and blood account of hemorrhage of the Kidneys and Bladder. I tried and had been trying everything in the MRS. MARY FOX, Seymour, Iowa. shapoof Medicine for Kidney Trouble that I could think of or that the Doctors recommended, but nothing helped me. I made up my mind that I had only a short time to live. I sent to you for three months of Alkovie, began to take it, and began to take it one week began to get better. My Kidney Medicine and Rheumatism were soon gone and I am in good health now. I have recommended Alkovie to a great many people and all have been benefited by its use. Gratefully yours, I. A. HOPKINS* Mrs. IaI A. Francis, of Mooresville, Ind., writes *She had been bothered with Kidney and Bladder Toxicity. 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