Wichita Searchlight

THE WICHITA SEARCHLIGHT VOL. III PHYSICIAN DEBARRED FROM WHITE SOCIETY. Considerable indignation has been expressed by the colored population over the refusal of the Plainfied, Mass. Medical Society to accept as a member Dr. J. D. Anderson. Dr. Anderson, going there within the past year, has had phenominal success in his profession, and has gained a large practice. Eliza Greer, a colored woman and a physician, who was a native of Mecklenburg county, died in Alba, Ga., on the 14th of April, in her 80th year. She was the daughter of George W. Grier, of Matthews, and has had a distinguished career. When young she was graduated with honors at Scotia seminary, in Cabarras county. She was afterward graduated from Fisk university, studying medicine, and subsequently took a post graduate course in medicine at another college. She stood a flattering examination before the medical board of South Carolina and practiced medicine at Greenville for a short while. She then went to Georgia and located at Atlan, after having passed examination before the Georgia medical board. Some years ago she moved to Alba, Ga. and practiced her profession there until her death. She left considerable property. The constitution of Virginia is by far the best yet adopted by the recent constitutional conventions. It on its face does not deny the import of its creation, but at the same time suggests its necessity. It is growing impression on all men regardless of color, that there should be metes and bounds even to the voting privilege. Men who fail to subscribe to honest, reasonable provisions faithfully executed have no cause for appeal. AFEMALE FIRE BRIGADE. A FEMALE FIRE BRIGADE. The little town of Massos, in Sweden, has a female contingent, 150 strong, in its fire brigade. The water supply of the village consist simply of four great tubs, and it is the duty of the women "firemen" to keep these full in cases of fire. They stand in two continuous lines from the tubs to the lake some distance away, one line passing the full buckets and the other sending them back. --- The ladies G. L. A. Club met at the residence of Mrs. A. T. Glover Tuesday eve. After spending an hour in fancy needle work the club was served a dainty lunch. The club will meet next week at the residence of Mrs. J. T. Chipneth. OUR CRY. For many months the burden of our cry has been "race unity," "united efforts," "let us unite," etc. No only has it been our cry, but it has been, and is now, the cry of the Negro press the United States over. Why is it that the text is always taken from the book "Unite"? It is because there can be seen in the distant—"so far and yet, oh, how near!" in bold relief the utter routing of the Negro from all avenues lines of business, professions, and from social and political privileges, unless the race,—as a people—will take for its standard bearer and motto, "Unity." It is not hard for the thoughtful and observing man or woman to see from daily occurrences what the result will be, unless the race becomes more united. Read the list of states with their Negro disfranchisement constitutions, with their "jim crow car" laws; read the list of those who reduce Negro majorities to Negro minorities, by the very successful "shot gun process"; read the list of those who murder innocent Negro tax payers and voters because those Negro tax-payers, property holders, and legal voters have the "imprudence" to offer to cast a vote; read the speeches of ingrates who have gained an entrance on the floor of the United States Senate and who "rise in their place" and boast of brutally murdering innocent Negroes; then turn to the record of the senate and seek to find what steps were taken against such confessed murderers; then read the Crumpacker bill and in the same breath read its final disposition by the highest legislative body in the United States, and, perchance, the race will be able to faintly see the early need of unity. That without more unity in the Negro race it will loose all that it has gained, is as sure and certain as is the law of gravitation that an apple falls from the tree to the ground, instead of going upward. It is easy to be seen that the Negro race cannot much further succeed without unity. There are those who hoot at this idea but ere long the American Negro will realize that his saddest mistke was in a delay of unity. We trust that they will see the need before too late. This is the slogan of our cry. COUNTY SURVEYOR Hon. W. R. Kesler seems to have no opposition in the republican ranks for County Surveyor. Mr. Kesler has been a resident of Sedgwick Co for the past 17 years; and was County Surveyor in 1893-94. He is an old soldier, a staunch republican and will add strength to the republican ticket if given the nomination, which we believe will be done. WICHITA, KANSAS, MAY 17, 1902. THE COMING CAPAIGN. The campaign which will soon open in the state of Kansas and Sedgwick county, promises to be one of most gigantic proportions and of wide import to our county and state. No campaign in years means so much to the people at large, an- to the colored people especially as the one of which we now speak. To the colored people of Kansas and to those of Sedgwick Co. this campaign and its ultimate result will have a most interesting importance. At this time when the colored voter has at last learned the full import of his vote, and is struggling for a more substantial recognition at the hands of the republican party in the county and state, makes the campaign of importance to them. That the colored people have not fully received the just representation at the hands of the party of their life long choice, the republican party, of this county, even the party leaders themselves do not deny. That the slogan of the cry of the whole colored people of this country is more substantial recognition, even the most disinterested can see. The party managers are now aware of the fact that the colored voters of this county will no longer be contented with a few minor or menial positions, but they must be recognized in proportion and commensurate with their loyalty, party fealty and voting strength. The party is now aware of the fact that their inability to find efficient colored men for the most technical position is no more the case, while on the other hand, colored men and women of good report, ability and efficiency, can now be found for any position. The colored people, therefore, feel that they do not request too much of the party when they ask for positions of clerkships in the county building, and, then we say, it is of much import to the colored voters of Sedgwick county to see how far and to what extent their plausible requests will be recognized. In their request to the party this fall, they do not and will not ask things which will be impractical. They do not ask for a place on the county ticket, because, although this is free Kansas, yet it is a most unfortunate and humiliating circumstance to state that to have a colored man placed on the ticket would mean his instant slaughter at the polls, so they are willin to work like beavers for the success of the whole republican ticket as nominated; their only request being that their labors be rewarded in the appointment of a few cofed clerks. These are requests easy and safe to fill. Then it remains to be seen what action the party and party managers will take in this direction to more adequately recognize the colored voters of Sedgwick county. Colored People Talk MR THOMAS GLOVER says: "The first thing necessary for the advancement of the race is a foundation on which to build—that foundation is the acquisition of property and the accumulation of monxy. It matters not from what view this race question may be viewed, whether from a political, social or business point of view, the foundation must of necessity be the same. Our people need to be stirred up on the line of securing homes and owning something. They must get with that class of people that stands for something. In a political view, owning property gives prestige, weight and standing in the great political battles of the day. The time is now at hand when we should be up and doing. In every avenue of life the same rule applies." MR. JAS JACKSON says: If I were going to say what would be of the most interest to the color people at large, I would say that their best interests lay in a more united effort. In order to accomplish any thing, whether in a business, social or political way, unity is absolutely necessary. It is a known fact that we stand too far apart to ever accomplish any great things. It seems to be the sole ambition of the colored people in general or a part of them, at least, to be "politicians" and every colored man starts out for himself. If some other colored man is successful, he at once begins what is known as a political "scap" on the successful man. This is wrong and the race can never advance as long as this is the case. We should rejoice in each other's success and advancements and stand more united as a people." MR. HENRY BRADEN: "In saying what is of the most interest to the colored people, of Wichita, I confess that to be a hard thing to say, but I think that the colored people should become more interested in purchasing homes, educating their children, and accumulating money, and not spending so much of their time on the street corners talking politics. While all citizens should take some stand in politics, yet some colored men go too far and neglect their homes and families. Since I bought my home I can see that the time has come, here and elswhere, when the colored people to maintain a standing in any community must be property owners, tax-payers and possessors of some money. I now realize that it is much more profitable, comfortable and happy to own your own home than it is to be a renter." MR. G H. YOUNG: It is quite hard to say what is the real best interest of the colored people. My sentiments, in regard to political matters, are much like those of B. T. Washington. I think if we would equip ourselves in wealth and education it would build up the race more. We should not middle so much with politics I do not mean that the colored people should be entirely silent in politics, but I think they should exercise judgement and unite themselves together in and for one great cause, political- ly, that would be of most interest and service to the colored people. We should not have such scatterinw aims and ideas. We should then demand of the republican party the rights and that recognition which are ours, and if that party refuses, turns down or ignores our demands, we should seek shelter elsewhere. I have been a tax-payer in this city for more than 12 years and I have never been found when those of the party were in power and were looking for jurymen. But the same republican can easily find my name a.d residence when he is seeking my vote. It is but fair to think they should be equally as anxious to find me at times other than only election time. I am now, and always have been, since 1870, a strong republican and always voted the straight republican ticket. While living in Leavenworth county, before coming to this city, I got my turn once and a while as a juryman; but since coming to this city 12 yrs. ago, my name has never been reached. It is not so much on my own account, but I think the colored men who are tax-payers and property holders should receive at least that recognition. Education and wealth will certainly make the American Negro. We should save our money and buy homes and cease to be renter. Let the race do this and the result will soon be noticable. MR. S. W. LEA: There is no question that the colored people should buy homes; but the draw-back to many is the unreasonably high price at which property is now held. There seems to be a combine among real estate dealers to keep prices up, but it cannot long prevail. The colored people should take advantage of this at the proper time and buy. Politically I have not had time to fully consider, but my interest is identical with that of the colored people of Wichita. The race in this city is not of sufficient strength to be divided and ever hope to accomplish any thing; our only aim and our only salvation is in the unity of our forces, politically as well as in every other way. It is not right for any man or set of men to attempt to mislead the colored people to a division of their strength. We can do no good in that manner. We must remain united." REV. DR. A.C. TERBILL; "As I have always said, if you can get any considerabe number of colored men and women to pay in $1.00 per month to be applied on real estate, they will soon become a most influencial factor in the business and financial world, as they never have been before. With education, property and a standing in the financial world, the social, political and other lines will regulate themselves accordingly. Speaking of politics; no people can live in and be a part of a republican form of government without taking part in the political questions and interests that touch the masses of the people." REV. B. MORRIS: "The first thought with me is that we can not better ourselves Continued on page 4 Wichita, Kas., May 14, '02 To Editor of The Searchlight, Dear Sir: Peemit me space in your valuable paper to make my report. Though somewhat tardy, owing to pressing business, I will report my observations during my tour in the northern cities af the sate. I find the people are progressing and are enthusiastic in their struggles financially and religiously. Educationally, they are indifferent and luke.warm, which I regret very much; socially, they are not progressing as I would like to see. As literary readers and readers of race journals, I find that our people, as a rule, are very careless and unconcerned: while this sad state of affairs exists, there is a good and sufficient reason. First, our journalists have taught the people that the sole life and existence of the average Negro newspaper has been for campaign purposes, and that the object was to run campaign sheets in the interest of some political scheme. Thus leaving the all important interests of the race go by default. As one who has had a varied experience in all matters pertaining to the race for freedom, organizing them just after freedom, and constantly leading them since, I claim that the race should demand of its journalists, stability, more race interest and a higher standard of journalism. The only way, from my close observation, by which we can demand and receive stability, more race interest and a higher standard of journalism, is, to only support those journals who have by their constancy of publication proven to the people their worthiness of the support and confidence of the race. I will close this report with the remark that I urged on the people the necessity of supporting race journals which defend the whole people against such wrongs and unconstitutional tirades of such degenerated and brutal treatments of the race as Tillman and his like are the sponsors. Will we do this? I am proud to report that on my trip I found many readers and warm friends of your paper the Wichita Searchlight, and many were open and frank in their compliments of the bold and fearless stand which you have at all times taken in the interest of the race and for its progress. We, of Wichita, feel proud of your effort and stand willing to aid you in every direction. With many wishes for success, I am H. V. Plummer, Pastor of 2nd Baptist chur. h. Some of our "big" colored men cannot find any thing in a Negro paper unless they find their names all over the paper. Isn't that funny though? But it's true. THE SEARCHLIGHT. W. N. MILLER, Editor. Entered at the Post Office at Wiehita, Kansas, as Second - Class Mail Matter. Published Every Saturday at No. 110 NORTH MAIN ST. RATES OF SUBSCRIPTION: IN ADVANCE. On year, by mail ..... 61 66 Ballot mail ..... 75 Three month, by mail ..... 58 Advertising rates made known on application. [All matters to be published must reach this office not later than Tuesday, to reach publication in the current issue.] Correspondents and agents wanted everywhere. Write us for terms. All matters sent to "The Searchlight" for publication must be signed by the party or parties, writing. "To Live and Let Live," is OUR Motto. No matter where he goes or what he does, the average Negro fells called upon to talk, talk, talk — and its cheap talk at that. A young man is naturally embarrassed when he stands up to be married, but we do not believe that story about a bridegroom whisperingly asking, "Is it kisstomary to cuss the bride?" The New York Sun is running the deadly parallel on Senator Teller in the form of contradictory extracts from his various speeches. As long as Teller is determined to whine, the Sun seems to think he might as well have something genuine to whine about. Republicans in the Senate should feel kindly to Ben Tillman for testifying so frankl to the truth of Democratic brutality toward the Negro in the South. It is now up to the republicans, what will they do? The greatest misfortune of the age is, that Tillman and his followers were not caught in the volcanic eruption the other day. The colored people are asking for recognition-yet they are divided. They will find that without unity they can accomplish nothing. Our aim is only for the success and progress of our people. We are for the race regardless to the little petty whims of a few weak kneed fellows. Some men have good jobs but do not know how to take care of them. They can find more time to try to "down" some other fellow than they have to try to "hold down" their jobs. They may have a "lead pipe cinch" on their jobs, but there is a thing as the "cinch" breaking. It would be a little better to do a little more work and a little less meddling If every man would get self right he would have no time to enquire about his neighbor. Little things finally grow to big ones. A dog is not always safe because you can pet him. A tattle is a dangerous companion—you can't locate him. Be honest, will ye? There will be a Grand Reception given at the A. M. E. church May 22nd, Thursday night, next, in hon or of all the colored graduates. TOAS LODGE No. 10, TAKE NOTICE. There will be a Special Meeting of Toas lodge No. 10, K. of P., at their Castle hall, next Wednesday eve., May 21st. Important business. W. N. Miller, Chan. Com. Dr. E. Harrison, K of R & S --- A more appropriate and better suited day could not have been selected to turn out on last Sunday, the day selected by the Odd Fellows for their annual sermon. It was an ideal day and seemed to have been moulded and set apart by the Supreme Ruler for this most auspicious occasion. The street parade, the church exercises and the whole presented a grand appearance. The sermon was held under the auspices of Home of the West lodge, No. 2906, and Household of Ruth. Much credit is due the ladies of Ruth who turned out so beautifully and added so much splendor to the whole. Rev. Frazler preached a masterful sermon, for which all give him credit, and Mr. Thos. Glover, as Master of Ceremonies proved his proficiency in this regard. Music was furnished by the church choir. A large and appreciative audience was present. Alex. Hutchinson has opened a nice Ice Cream Parlor at 601 North Main, where he invites all to calp and help themselves. Mr. and Mrs. Smith have remedeled their restaurant at 346 N. Main by adding a modern and up-to-date dining room. They are prepared to serve all who come to well-cooked meals at 15 cts. Remember 346 N. Main, Mrs. A. Hellam was initiated in Household Ruth last Wednesday night. Chas. H. Luling returned Saturday night from an extended trip in the mining districts as a member of of the State World's Fair Commissioner. Charles says that everything looks fine all over the state, and predicts a grand republican victory this fall. K. or P. ANNUAL SERMON. Toas lodge No. 10, will hold their annual sermon at the A. M. E. Church, on Sunday May 25th at 3:00 P. M. The sermon will be preached by Gev. A. C. Terrill. Miss Lucretia Bartlett has been elected delegate to the Grand Session of the Aousehold Ruth which will meet in Topeka in August. WANTED. A young lady to take charge of Ice Cream Parlor. Apply at 601 N. Main. Alex. Hutchinson. MR. Willis Carter came in Wed- nesday from Cheny. Brought his cattle home. WE WANT The readers of this paper for CUSTOMERS. Your money is apt to go further where profits are smallest. That's Here At Our Storo. You see the practical side of this statement here every day. There is no need to make a big noise about our Store, you come and take as much time as you like to investigate for yourself. That's The Only Business Way. W. H. Fisher, Dry Goods Co., 115 E. Douglas 115 115 THE ODD FELLOWS ANNUAL SERMON. BROWN—MATTHEWS Mr. Peter Brown and Miss Bessie Matthews were happily uniten in marriage at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Watson on Wednesday eve., May 7th. Both are young and have a glorious future before them. The ceremonies were performed by Rev. H. V. Plummer, pastor of the 2nd Baptist Church. The Searchlight joins in wishing them a long and happy married life. The services at the 2nd Baptist Church Sunday night was grand. A feature of the meeting was the address by Mrs. Grubbs on Temperance, taking for her subject,l "Not willing that any should perish." She handled it well and held the attention on the large audience. Rev. Plummer, the able pastor, then made a few appropriate and well said remarks. Since Rev. Plummer came here, the 2nd Baptist Church has taken its former ranks in church circles. She's coming up. Geo. Able left Sunday night for St. Joe, Mo., Denver, Colo. and Chicago, where he will remain for a while. Errand Knox is filling his vacancy at the Carey. Mrs. Willie Brown, of Cherryvale, is in the city, the guest of her mother, Mrs. Bingham on N. Wichita. The Song Services at the A. M. E. church are growtng in interest. Pres. Glover has added the new features of ushers. Each Sunday eve one young man and one young lady act as ushers; and the distribution of books are assigned to two different young people each meeting. The people flock to the Song Services and seem to take great pleasure in the meeting. The president is to be highly credited for his good work. A CARD OF THANKS. We wish to thank the many kind friends who assisted us so nicely during the illness and death of our sister and sister-in-law, Mrs. Hulcy. CAMPING IN COLORADO is one of the most delightful and inexpensive ways of spending vacation. A book with the above title containing full details of where to go, necessary camp equipment, and its cost, either purchased or rented, with full and accurate information for the inexperienced, is being prepared by the Great Rock Island Route, and will be sent free, with their Colorado literature, on application to E. W. Thompson, A.G. A Topeka, Kas. You will be astonished to find how cheaply the outing can be made. Mrs. Joe Bowman entertained Mrs. L. S. Chapman and Mrs. H. H. Banks, of Denver, Colo., at a five course, six o'clock dinner, Thursday evening at her home, 320 Penn. Ave. The 2nd Baptist church has begun to collect funds for the repairing and painting of the church edifice. The 1st Sunday in June has been set apart as rally day. Next Sunday Rev. Plummer will occupy the pulpit morning and night Morning Subj.: "Three steps to the Kingdom" Night Subj.: "Review of Pompeii, Galveston and Martinique." There was a grand entertainment at the residence of Mrs. Dozier and Mrs. Garrett, 708 N. Market in conjunction with the regular meeting of the B. B. Club in honor of Miss Ida Banks. of Denver, Cole. TABERACLE SERVICES May 18th. 1902. We are making special arrangements for this day's services. Mrs. McTurner will sing one of her favorites. The B. Y. P. U. is making a wonderful improvement. Services 11 a. m. Preaching. Consecration. S. S. and B. Y. P. U. Evening services from the subject: "Try them by the rule of Catholic faith." You can find Dr. E. Harrison at 233 N. Mrin. First stair-way south of Dunbar's on the same side of the street. PEERLESS STEAM LAUNDRY Best Laundry in the City 155-159 N. Market St. Phone 232 SELOVER & SONS. Props. Dr. Claude G. Baker, DENTIST DENTAL PARLORS Up Stairs Nextto Eagle Office Read the Searchlight and keep abreast of the times. We try to get the latest all the time. Read It. Watch for the Big Excursion to Winfield, May 18th. $1.15 round trip. Dr. E. Harrison has moved his office to 233 N. Main, where he has a suit of room nicely furnished, and will be proud to meet all his patrons. Remember his number is 233 N Main St. NOTICE Wichita, Kan, April 24, 1902. Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the provisions of Ordinance No. 1184 any person owning or harboring a dog of the age of three months or more within the city of Wichita, must appear at this office and have such dog registered and place upon the neck of said dog a suitable metallic or leather collar to which must be attached a metal check which will be furnished by this office and for which shall be charged a fee of $1.00 for each male dog and $2.00 for each female dog. This said ordinance provides that any person owning, keeping or harboring any dog contrary to the provisions of said ordinance shall upon conviction be fined in a sum of of not more than $100.00 or less than $5.00 or by imprisonment not exceeding 30 days, or both such fine or imprisonment. All reg.istration of dogs expires April 30 each year. PHYSICIAN and SURGEON, Rheumatism cured in from 3 to 10 days. Piles cured in from 1 to 8 days without operation. Old Sores of long standing cured. Blood Diseases of the most dangerous type cured in from 10 to 30 days. Syphilis cured in from 10 to 30 days. Try my UNEXCELLED treatment for Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat. Rock Island Route Dr. E. Harrison, K. of R. & S. HERCULEAN LODGE NO. 20, K. OF P. Thaddeus Summytt, Chan, Com. Henry Helbort, K. of R. & S. Meets 1st and 3 Friday night each month. ARRIA COURT No. 7. Order of Calanthe. Mrs. Lucy Anderson, W. C. Miss Blanch Alexander, R.of D. Mrs. Lee Anderson, W. R.of D. Meets 1st. and 3rd. Monday each month. Masonic Lodges. 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. "Under The Torquoise Sky" The Camping book tells how, where and at what cost parties of two, four and six can enjoy an inexpensive vacation in that de lightful climate. Hardware Store Building Hardware, Garland and Quick Meal Steel Ranges Garland Cook Stoves at the very low est prices. Capital $100,000.00 Surplus $37,000.00 Deposits $1,700,000.00 UNITED STATES' DEPOSITORY. DIRECTORS W. R. Tucker, J. M. Moore, E. R. Powell, R. L. Holmes, W. E. Jett, L. S. Naftger, B. F. McLean. A GENERAL BANKING BUSINESS TRANSACTED. Peoples' Hat Works, Rooms $1.80 per week; 25c per night. Mrs. Maggie Smith, Prop. Wichita. Kan. We have just received a large in- voice of Men's Work Shoes, Men's Dress Shoes, Lodies and Misses Fine Dress Shoes, Oxford and Slippers, all styles and all kinds AT WHOLESALE PRICES You'll find an excellent line of "Colonials" the peeper thing and latest fad, in our regular stock, at $2 TAPP BROTHERS & HANSHAW Phone 257. 255-257 N. Main TRADE AT FULTON'S IT Our Present Showing OF New and Nobby IT PAYS. Our Present Showing OF New and Nobby Apparel FOR Spring and Summer Suits at $12. Beauties in several styles. If you ever looked mildly radiant in the bravery of nobby If you ever every of nobby effect when you put on one of quality of all wool fabrics in and there's a hang and fit and is how well they have been tail- ..... $12. other great line; matchless in ty at the price; many of the the products that have made a for perfect tailoring. clothes, you can count on that effect when you put on one of these bright Cheviot Suits. The quality of all wool fabrics in these Suits will surprise you, and there's a hang and fit and feeling about them which shows how well they have been tailored $12. Suits at $15. Another great line; matchless in quality at the price; many of the Suits in this line are among the products that have made their makers name a synonym for perfect tailoring. Cool Colorado THE PLACE TO GO. Think of a round-trip rate of only $15.00 To Denver, Colorado Springs, Manitou and Pueblo. On certain dates in June, July, August and September, Great Write for books entitled " Camping In Colorado " " Fishing In Colorado " — AND — E. W. THOMPSON, A. G. P. A., Toppeka, Ks JNO. SEBASTIAN, G. P. A., Chicago C. E. Bascome, D. P. A., Wichita. We are trying to give our people here an honest paper, and one that will reflect credit on the race. We make the sincere request that they trade with the firms and business houses whose "ads" they see in our columns. If they will do so, we can be able to do the rest. It's only a small favor to ask. Do so and your merchant will appreciate it. Tell them you saw the "ad" in our paper L. S. NAFTSGER, E. R. POWELL, President. Vice President J. M. MOORE, Cashier. Fourth National Bank Centropolis Hotel, 605 North Main Street, First Class Lodging, Nice, Clean Beds. Did you ask the merchant with whom you trade, whether he "ads" in our paper? If not, why not? Insist upon it that he "ads" with us. Be in line, by paying us what you owe. Toas Lodge No.10 KnightsofPythias WICHITA, KAN. Castle Hall 338 North Main street Regular Meetings Second and Fourth Monday Night in Each Month. Visting Knights in good standing Welcome W. N. Miller, Chan. Com. HOME OF THE WEST LODGE No. 2906. G. U. O. O. F. Jas. L. Harper, N. G. Willis Bartlett, V. G. Chas. H. Gordon, P. S. Meets 1st, 2nd and 3rd Tuesday night. WIGHITA TABERNACLE No. 34, Mrs. W. N. Miller, C. P. Miss Lula Covington, C. R. Meets 1st and 3rd Thursday afternoon, 2 HOUCK 116 East Douglas Ave. Old Hats Cleaned, Blocked, and Trimmed Like New. 121 South Lawrence Ave. Red Front Racket The People's Economy Store. Sample Shoes 1 You may never know it happened if you fail to reead The SEARCHLIGHT. FRISCO SYSTEM Its rails penetrate the fertile States of MISSOURI, ARKANSAS, KANSAS, OKLAHOMA, INDIAN TERRITORY, TEXAS and the SOUTHWEST, TENNESSEE, MISSISSIPPI, ALABAMA and the SOUTHEAST It reaches the rich farming lands of Kansas and Oklahoma, the mineral fields of Southern Missouri and Northern Arkansas, the cotton fields of the South and Southwest, the oil fields of Kansas and the Indian Territory, and hundreds of other industrial places of interest and profit to the home-seeker and investor. And last, but not least, it will carry you to the famed health resorts of the Ozarks, Eureka Springs AND Monte Né TIME OF TRAINS AT WICHITA EAST ROUND L. 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The Missouri Pacific Ry Shortest Line To Colorado Points MISSOURI PACIFIC RAILWAY Most Direct Line To KANSAS CITY AND ST.LOUIS. Reclining Chair Cars on all trains SEATS FREE. Call at our New Passenger station cor. Douglas ave. and Wichita st. for reliable information relative to any trip you may contemplate. E.E.BLECKLEY.P. & T. A RAIL ROAD TIME TABLE Leaves Daily Conway Springs and Coffeyville 10.85 am For St. Louis 2.25 pm For Kans, City and St. Louis 9.50 pm Hutchinson, Lyons and Geneseo 7.80 am Geneseo, Salina, Puablo, Denver 5.60 pm For Anthony and Kiowa, 7.00 pm For Anthony and Kiowa, 7.40 am Arrives Daily Little Rock, Conway Springs, Coffeyville 4.55 pm From St. Louis 1.10 pm From Kan. City and St. Louis 7.10 pm From Denver, Pneble, Salina, and Geneseo 10.50 am From Hutchinson 4.00 pm From Hutchinson and Geneseo 9.30 pm From Anthony, Conway Springs 3.80 pm From Kiowa, Anthony and Con- way Springs 9.20 pm No. 472, Pratt and Kingman Pass- senger, except Sunday 11.00 am No. 474, Pratt and Kingman ac- commodation, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 1.20 am No. 471, Kingman and Pratt Pass- senger, except Sunday 5.15 pm No. 473, Kingman and Pratt ac- commodation, Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9.15 am WEST BOUND Leave Daily No. 1 Texas Vestibule Ex. 7.00 am No. 8, Texas Fast Express 6.35 am No. 35, Daily, Except Sunday, 3.10 pm EAST BOUND No. 2, Chicago Vestibule Ex. 9.45 am No. 4, K. C. and Eastern Ex. 9.05 am No. 36, Daily, Except Sunday 1.35 pm FRISCO SYSTEM EAST BOUND Leaves Daily St. Louis Mail and South-west- ern Limited 1.30 pm St. Louis and Ft. Smith Ex. 10 15 pm WEST BOUND Kansas and Colorado Mail Ex. 3.10 pm Meteor 8.25 am ATCHISON, TOPEKA & SANTA FE R. R. Leaves Daily Kansas City, Chicago Express 11.20 am K. C., Colorado, California Ex. 2.55 pm Wellington Accommodation 5.15 pm Arrives Daily Panhandle Express 10.00 am Englewood Branch, Except Sun. 3.00 pm Leaves Daily Panhandle Express 6.25 pm Oklahoma and Texas Express 6.35 pm Oklahoma Daily Express 8.30 am Wellington Accommodation 8.45 am Caldwell Acc. Except Sun 8.45 am Texas Express 5.10 pm Englewood Branch, Ex. Sun. 7.45 am B.F.McLean. Lumber Dealer Wichita, Kansas. Wichita, Kas., Clearwater, Kas., Peck Kas., Cheney, Kas, When in need of Groceries do not forget that you can always get the Best at the Lowest prices at KERNAN'S 1102 E Donnell Ave. 'Phone 357 Lewis' shop Successor to B. A. Fisher First-Class Shave and Hair Cut 6081 East Douglas Ave., John E. Lewis, Prop. C. C. O. H. For the Best Piano, Organ, Sew ing Machine, Bicycle, Graphone Guitar, Mandolin — or any thing you want - As cheap as any place in the United States. Thos. Shaw. Wichita, Kansas. You may neve WELCOME PARAGRAPHS FROM ABROAD CHERRYVALE, KANSAS. Mrs. Bettie Lewis is still on the mend. Quite a crowd went from here to attend the baptising and rally at Independence Sunday. Miss L. Walker is contemplating a trip to Fayettville, Ark. Mr. H. H. Hill opened his new restaurant on S. Depo street Monday night and is now ready to serve mcals at all hours. Call and see him. Mr. H. Banks felt Saturday for different parts of the country. Miss Oddie Armstrong will start Saturday for Minco, I. T., where she will join her sister. Get ready for the quarterly meeting here Sunday. Rev. Wathall will leave Monday for Disteict Conference in Paola, Ks. PONCA CITY, OKLA. TER. The literary entertainment, given by the sewing circle at the St. John Baptist church, was quite a royal treat. The president, Mrs. M. Coleman, delivered an impressive and interesting address. Those who took part in the exercises were: Mr. W. H. Young, Idella Young, Leora Young, Minnie Coleman, James Bibb, Arthur Johnson and Miss O. E. Andeason. Last Sunday was regular meeting day at St. John and Rev. Garnett was present and preached morning and evening. At 3 P. M. the Sunday School was largely attended by both white add colored. The school was addressed by Rev. Kepler of the white Baptist church. Quite an elaborate program is in preparation for the closing of the Public School on the 23rd. A big rally will take place at the St. John the 25th of this month. Mr. F. D. Coleman, who has been on the sick list, is better. Mrs. Bettle Baily took a flying trip to Arkansas City last Monday Rev. Albert Jones and wife went to Newkirk last Sunday to fill their regular appointments. Mr. Carr, wife and sister were up groom White Eagle last Sunday. ABILENE, KANSAS Eighteen persons from Abilene attended the Odd Fellows' Sermon in Salina, Sunday, which was conducted by Rev. Thomas. Mr. Frank White is very sick. Mr. R. L. Brannough is outagain The Odd Fellows'-Sermon will be preached Sunday 25th. It will be conducted by Rev. Cox. SKIRT PATTER Black Woo SKIRT PATTERNS OF Black Wool Grenadines MONDAY AT $1.49 Monday morning we place ON SALE the Seventy five patterns out of the two hundred with which we opened Wednesday's Sale. Skirt Pattern Lengths of all-wool black Grenad the newest designs; scrolls, polka dots and figure open weave; one of the season's most stylish some fabrics. A drop skirt of a color serves to the weave; patterns range from 3 1/2 to 4 yards, design. A dollar fabric at less than half price. Monday morning we place ON SALE the remaining Seventy five patterns out of the two hundred and fifty with which we opened Wednesday's Sale. Skirt Pattern Lengths of all-wool black Grenadines; all the newest designs; scrolls, polka dots and figures on an open weave; one of the season's most stylish and handsome fabrics. A drop skirt of a color serves to bring out the weave; patterns range from 3 1/2 to 4 yards, according design. A dollar fabric at less than half price. Come Early Monday as this lot will not last long at this SPECIAL PRICE WALLENSTEIN & CONN KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. Misses Lela and Stella Graham spent Sunyay in Lawrence Kans. Miss Emma McDonald is on the sick list. Mr. W. V; Countee is conducting a billiard room for the young men. Mrs. Arnetta Calaway spent Sunday in Lawrence Kans. HAD A GRAND TIME. CHIEF A GRAND TIME. Chief of Police Burt returned Sunday morning from his trip to Louisville, Ky., where he attended the 9th annual session of the convention of Police Chiefs of the United States. Chief Burt had the distinction of being the only police chief from Kansas, and was, therefore the representative of the Sunflower state as well as of Wichita. -Chief Burt says he had a fine time and was treated royally by the Bluegrassers. There were between 500 and 600 cities in the United States that were represented at the meeting. A silver medal contest will be given by a class of matrons at the 2nd Baptist church Tuesday night, May 20th. Those who will contest, are: Mesdames T. H. Cox, H. W. James, Ida B. Clark, M. E. Carr and Celia Webster and Miss Ida Hill. Mrs. J. B. Hathaway, Supt. Mr. Chas. Coleman paid our of fice a welcomed visit Wednesday. Come up again. ONE FARE FOR THE ROUND TRIP Wichita to Fort Scott Account of G. A. R. Encampment May 20th, 21st, and 22nd 1902 Tickets on Sale May 19th, 20th, 21st Final Return limit leaving Ft. Scott May 24th. Through cars without change. For tickets and further in formation, call or write, B. F. DUNN, Div. Pass. Agu J. H. Strother, City Ticket Agt. CLOUDCROFT is a splendid summer resort, high up in the Sacramento Mountains, in New Mexico, on the El Paso Short Line [ Great Rock Island Route ]. If you are looking for rest and recreation, you can find them at the Cloudcroft. The mountain breezes, fresh with the fragrance of the great pine forests, bring health and cool nights. Cloudcroft gives all the pleasures and benifits of a sojourn in the mountains. Its history is best told in a handsome booklet just finished by the Great Rock Island Route and which can be had free on application to E. W. Thompson, A. G. A., Topeka, Kansas. NS OF l Grenadines race ON SALE the remaining the two hundred and fifty tuesday's Sale. wool black Grenadines; all bolka dots and figures on an 's most stylish and hand- a color serves to bring out from 3½ to 4 yards, according than half price. "Everything New At Greenfield's" Just Received Another lot of the NEW TAN SHIRTS The Latest Thing Out Call and See Them Greenfield Bro's NICHITA KAS. Same Price To Everybody. 112 East Douglas Ave. "Everything New At Greenfield's" FLOUR AND BREAKFAST FOOD and you will LOVE good eating. Is what you want these HOT DAYS. You can get it at 306 East Douglas Ave., or call up Phone 98 and give your order to Bissant WICHITA KANSAS 306 E. Douglas, Phone 98 We are cutting out Summer Suiting and Trousers 10 to 15 per cent. You can save money by calling and selecting your season clothes now. A large stock select from. Workmanship, Fit a Style guaranteed, Second To None Pleases all GOOD Breadmakers -- It is white as snow. TRY IT. McCall Bazaar Patterns. Every size and Style sho wn in McCall's Fashion Books on Sale, per pattern, at the S. & M. 5c and 10c Store 15c Send us your name with address and we'M mail you Monthly Fashion Sheets FREE. McKinley Popular Music 1000 copies Songs and Instrumental pieces on Sale per copy at the S. & M. 5c and 10c Store, per copy ..... 10c. Send ns your name with address and we'll mail you a New Music Catalogue, FREE. McKinley Music and McCall's Patterns sent Post-paid on receipt of price in Stamps. □ FROM OUR MAIL ORDER DEPARTMENT. We cheerfully submit samples to you of goods sold by the yard—Such as Laces, Appliques, Embroideries, Ribbons, Elastics, Linens, Lawns, Ginghams, Percales, Prints, Linnings, Trimmings, Wool Goods, etc. ( Mention This Paper When Ordering.) SCHMITT AND MARTIN'S 5 AND 10 CENT STORE 207-209 E. DOUGLAS AVE, WINCHESTER, MAS. Trade with our Advertisers. Phone 98 We are cutting our Summer Suiting and Trousers for 10 to 15 per cent. You can save money by calling and selecting your season clothes now. A large stock to select from. Workmanship, Fit and Style guaranteed, Wichita, Kansas. PROMINENT PHYSICIANS USE AND ENDORSE PE-RU-NA. C.B. CHAMBERLIN, M.D. OF WASHINGTON, D.C. C. B. Chamberlin, M. D., writes from 14th and P Sts., Washington, D.C.: "Many cases have come under my observation, where Peruna has benefited and cured. Therefore, I cheerfully recommend it for catarrh and a general tonic."---C. B. CHAMBERLIN, M. D. Medical Examiner U. S. Treasury. Dr. Llewellyn Jordan, Medical Ex- partment of U. S. Treasury, Depart- self a well man and I after months of suffering. Fellow-sufferers, Peruna will cure you."--Dr. Llewellyn Jordan. Geo. C. Havener, M. D., of Anacostia, D. C., writes: The Peruna Medicine Co., Columbus, O.: Gentlemen—"In my practice I have had occasion to frequently prescribe your valuable medicine, and have found its use beneficial, especially in cases of catarrh."—George C. Havener, M. D. If you do not receive prompt and satisfactory results from the use of Peruna, write at once to Dr. Hartman, giving a full statement of your case, and he will be pleased to give you his valuable advice gratis. Address Dr. Hartman, President of The Hartman Sanitarium, Columbus, Ohio. A striking contrast between Defiance Starch and any other brand will be found by comparison. Defiance Starch stiffens, whitens, beautifies with- out rotting. It gives clothes back their newness. It is absolutely pure. It will not injure the most delicate fabrics. For fine things and all things use the best there is. Defiance Starch 10 cents for 16 ounces. Other brands 10 cents for 12 ounces. A striking contrast. Magnetic Starch Mfg. Co. Omaha, Neb. None But The Brave- EVERY one who loves the scenes of galloping cavaliers, brave swordplay, desperate adventures and the flash and charm of a game of hearts, will want to read NONE BUT THE BRAVE. Merton Balfort, the hero, and his fellow soldiers John Acton and Robert Curtis are bound up together by both choice and circumstance much as were the "three guardsmen" of Dumas, and their adventures are no less thrilling and romantic than the deeds of those classic heroes. Rarely has there appeared in fiction a maid of such versatile powers to charm and pierce the soul of a lover, as the tantalizing royalist, Deborah Philipse; for whom the hero gets into trap after trap, risking life and honor for her sake, only to be ignored and insulted a few moments afterward, until—but that's the story; and a charming, graphic and original denouement it presents. DODD, MEAD @ COMPANY Publishers 372 Fifth Avenue New York DON'T STOP TOBACCO Suddenly. It injures the nervous system to do so. Use BACO-CURO and it will tell you when to stop as it takes away the desire for tobacco. You have no right to ruin your health, spoil your digestion and poison your breath by using the filthy weed. A guarantee in each box. Price $1.00 per box, or three boxes for $2.50, with guarantee to cure or all good Druggists or direct from us. Write for free booklet. Dr. Llewellyn Jordan, Medical Examiner of U. S. Treasury Department, graduate of Columbia College and who served three years at West Point, has the following to say of Peruna: "Allow me to express my gratitude to you for the benefit derived from your wonderful remedy. One short month has brought forth a *Allow me to express my gratitude to you for the benefit derived from your wonderful remedy. One short month has brought forth a vast change and now consider my- Baco Curo Every sluggard should have a rich aunt to go to. $20 A WEEK AND EXPENSES to men with rig to introduce our Peelry goods. Send stp. Javelle Mfg Co., Dept. D, Parsons, Kan. The painless dentist is sometimes a howling success. Mrs. Winstol's Soothing Syrup For children teething, softens the gums, reduces inflammation, alls pain, cures wind colic. 23c a bottle. For a free country we seem to have a great many bosses. For That Sweet, Nutty Flavor use ATLAS OATS. Pure, fresh and wholesome. All good grocers, 10c. It's the thoughtless people who think only of themselves. Piso's Cure cannot be too highly spoken of as a cough cure.—J. W. O'BRIEN. 322 Third Ave, N., Minneapolis, Minn., Jan. 6, 1900. The young man who sows his wild oats depends upon irrigation. Concentrated Common Sense — Using Hamlin's Wizard Oil. It drives away all pain instantly. Don't you know that Defiance Starch besides being absolutely superior to any other, is put up 16 ounces in package and sells at same price as 12-ounce packages of other kinds? Health will come with all its tion of right-living, with all the games which refresh and the also advantageous to have kno tary conditions. To assist nati medicinal agents used should be which acts most beneficially an the California Fig Syrup Co. With a proper understandi acter and yield promptly to the the heart, and if one would rem stipated condition of the syste pains, the colds and headaches, any organic trouble it is well t remember that the most perma the beneficial effects of Syrup cents per bottle. The excellence of Syrup of combination and also from the uniformity of product essenti from the youngest to the most share alike in its beneficial effi known value, but it possesses it and pleasantly without disturbe jectionable quality or substance genuine and the full name of the package. --- --- unless we first get homes. When we have become to be known as the owners of nice, comfortable homes, then we can, to a be its advantage and to more successful dends, deman more substantia l recognition. By the accumulation o property and money, a people's p olicital and financial recognition, a true and natural consequence, will follow." MRS M. E CARR: "I no not believe in wom an suffrage; because I think it is not their duty. Yes, of course, I do not m ean to criticise. I have voted myself; but it was from persuasion--not from choice. If women were allowed to vote at all elections it might be different. So far as the colored people and what would be the best for their success is concerned, that is a hard matter to say. Property owning, education and wealth will tend to break the monster bearer of prejudice, but it will not entirely do so. In my mind, the prejudices which exist between the two races will never be entirely wiped out. The best that the race can hope to do, is to attend to its own business, accumulate all possible and not worry so much about race prejudice. MR. WESLEY BARKER says: The colored people here are too much divided among themselves to accomplish much. Every man wants to be a big ike. There are two or three cliques among them. If they would stick together they could do wonders, right here. They will not properly support their race enterprises. They are afraid some man may make success. It matters not how hard a man may work for the benefit of the race, they will not do their duty. Let them get together and they will readily see the benefit to all, therefrom. DOC KELLY savs: It is better for the colored people to remain like they are politically, and stand by the republican party. I think that the administration of Mayor McLean is alright. Mayor McLean is employing more colored men than any other mayor we have had. I think that the colored people ought to begin soon to buy homes. For the time will come when they cannot buy any ways near town. POLITICAL GOSSIP. Bill Pierce is making a strong race for the nomination of Register of Deed , and it looks as though Billy will land. The friends of C. L. Davidson are trying to induce him to permit the use of his name for the nomination as representative from his district. Mr. Davidson would make a strong man. W. F. Schell, councilman from the 2nd ward, took quite an interesting part in tabling the petition against fire house No 3. Now his friends are mentioning him for the legislature from his district. Jno. Adams is an avowed cand dane for legislature. He is rolling up his sleeves getting ready for the fight. Look out, The fight for sheriff is between Henry Schad and C. F. Horner with Schad in the lead. Chas. H. Luling is just as popu lar today as ever TheSearchlight may not have any wings, but it gets there just he same; and on time too. Who will be Chairman of the County Committee this year? Carnegie advises young men not to strive to obtain more than a competence. He will not have to plead very hard with the majority of them to get their consent. An Illinois girl wrote her name and address on an egg and put it in a crate with others to be shipped east. She is still waiting for a matrimonial proposition to hatch out. The prospect of having American college yells at Oxford seems to diswoman and proved that though marriage may be a lottery there are no blanks for the man with a will. HEALTH AND ALL ITS BLESSINGS Health will come with all its blessings to those who know the way, and it is mainly a question of right-living, with all the term implies, but the efforts which strengthen the system, the games which refresh and the foods which nourish are important, each in a way, while it is also advantageous to have knowledge of the best methods of promoting freedom from unsanitary conditions. To assist nature, when nature needs assistance, it is all important that the medicinal agents used should be of the best quality and of known value, and the one remedy which acts most beneficially and pleasantly, as a laxative, is—Syrup of Figs—manufactured by the California Fig Syrup Co. With a proper understanding of the fact that many physical illies are of a transient character and yield promptly to the gentle action of Syrup of Figs, gladness and comfort come to the heart, and if one would remove the torpor and strain and congestion attendant upon a constipated condition of the system, take Syrup of Figs and enjoy freedom from the aches and pains, the colds and headaches and the depression due to inactivity of the bowels. In case of any organic trouble it is well to consult a competent physician, but when a laxative is required remember that the most permanently gratifying results will follow personal cooperation with the beneficial effects of Syrup of Figs. It is for sale by all reliable druggists. Price fifty cents per bottle. The excellence of Syrup of Figs comes from the beneficial effects of the plants used in the combination and also from the method of manufacture which ensures that perfect purity and uniformity of product essential in a perfect family laxative. All the members of the family from the youngest to the most advanced in years may use it whenever a laxative is needed and share alike in its beneficial effects. We do not claim that Syrup of Figs is the only remedy of known value, but it possesses this great advantage over all other laxatives that it acts gently and pleasantly without disturbing natural functions, in any way, as it is free from every objectionable quality or substance. To get its beneficial effects it is always necessary to buy the genuine and the full name of the Co.—California Fig Syrup Co.—is printed on the front of every package. Many a fellow who thinks he is the light of a girl's life gets turned down. DO YOUR CLOTHES LOOK YELLOW? If so, use Red Cross Ball Blue. It will make them white as snow. 2 oz. package 5 cents. When a dyspeptic marries a cooking school girl Cupid laughs in his sleeve. Train Ran 180 Miles in 180 Minutes. Springfield, Ill., April 16. The Continental Limited on the Wabash Railroad has made a new record from Tilton to Granite City, making 180 miles in 180 minutes. This was with five stops—three station stops, one to change engines and one to take on coal. The actual running time was two hours and thirty-eight minutes. The run from Danville to Decatur, 71.6 miles, was made in 70 minutes, including stops at Tolono and Bement. St. Louis Republic, April 17, 1902. Louisville, Ky. RUPTURE CURED white you work. You pay 24 when cured. No cure, no pay. ALXS SPEIR, Box O, Westbrook, Maine. BICYCLE $12.75. To introduce our Mall Order Branch we offer you until June 1, a Reliable 1902 Bicycle at just HALF price. We will ship it C.O.D. with privilege of inspection. SCHOLLENBERGER BROS., Wichita. DENSION JOHN W. MORRIS, Washington, D.C., Successfully Prosecutes Claims. Late Principal Examiner U.S. Pension Bureau. 3yrs in civil war, is adjuducting claims, atty since CLAIMANTS FOR PENSION write to NATHAN BICKFORD, Washington, D.C., they quick replets. B.5th N.V. Volts Staff 30th Corps. Prosecuting Claims since 1879 MANAGER WANTED—Every Large County—for drinks and cigars; strictly lawful, takes place for forbidden slot machines, thereby filling a long-felt want. Rent or sold on easy payments. Sells at night. DACKSON DESK CO., Cincinnati, Ohio. WCTORE 150s 100s KNOLPOW VICTOREX BAKING POWDER containing anything injurious to health caused by the use of said Powder. PARKHURST-DAVIS MER.CO. Manufacturing Dept. Topeka, Kan. WANTED FOR SPOT CASH WALNUT LUMBER and LOGS ADDRESS C. C. MENGEL, JR., & BRO. CO., Inc. LOUISVILLE, KY. $ Mrs. Annie McKay, Chaplain Sons of Temperance, 326 Spadina Ave., Toronto. Cured of Severe Female Troubles by Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. "DEAR MRS. PINKHAM:—Being a mother of five children I have had experience with the general troubles of my sex. I was lacerated when one of my children was born and from that hour I date all my afflictions. I found that within a few months my health was impaired, I had female weakness and serious inflammation and frequent flooding. I became weak and dizzy but kept on my feet, dragging through my work without life or pleasure. A neighbor who had been helped by taking Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound insisted that I take at least one bottle. I did so and felt so much better that I kept on the treatment. For seven months I used the Compound faithfully and gladly do I say it, health and strength are mine once more. I know how to value it now when it was so nearly lost, and I appreciate how great a debt I owe you. The few dollars I spent for the medicine cannot begin to pay what it was worth to me. Yours very truly, Mrs. ANNA McKAY, Chaplain Sons of Temperance." No other female medicine in the world has received such widespread and unqualified endorsement. Refuse all substitutes. Mrs. Pinkham invites all sick women to write her for advice. She has guided thousands to health. Address, Lynn, Mass. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO STOCKHOLDERS AND OTHERS THE CONTINENTAL NATIONAL OIL & REFINING CO. HAS DECLARED A 2 PER CENT MONTHLY DIVIDEND, to commence June 13th, payable to all Stockholders of Record of June 1st. THE FREE OIL CERTIFICATE WITH EACH 100 Share of Stock, as coll- ateral and security against any possible loss; entitleing the holder of each share of stock to one barrel (42 gallons) of Beamum Oil at the well. The London Oil & Pipe Line Co. will deliver to the holder, on requisition, in tank casks to their loadings racks Gaiety City or Spindleport Heights. THE FREE TRIP TO TEXAS OIL FIELDS AND RETURN to parties wishing, individually or collectively, to purchase $500.00 worth of the stock in the Company, providing the money is deposited in your local bank. The Stock, however, not to be Beamum Fields, and our assertions are proven true. We wire railroad transportation on wire from your bank that money is deposited. GUSHER NO. 1 WILL BE IN BY THE TIME this advertisement appears. A 100, 38 Spindleport, 000 Barrel Gusher on Acre 4, Block GUSHER NO. 2 WILL BE STARTED AT ONCE on Acre 2, Block 38, Spindleport Heights. THESE TWO OFFERS WILL REMAIN ON until the allotment offered for public subscription has been sold. In order to get the first dividend You Must Be a Stockholder before June 1st. This proposition appeals most to the very conservative people, on account of its fairness and business policy. It is a chance to make money that you cannot afford to let pass. Written within the notice, it is intended to be a solicitation to stockholders to 307 to 309 Levi Building, - GALVESTON, TEXAS Remit by Draft, Express Money Order, Post Office Money Order or by Wire. San Francisco, Cal. New York, N. Y. STOCKHOLDERS NATIONAL OIL & RE T MONTHLY DIVIDEN tors of Record of June 1st. WITH EACH 10c Share of loan loss, entitling the ho Beamum Oil at the well. will deliver to the hoo Beamum City or Spindleet P MAS OIL FIELDS evely, to purchase $500.00 in your local bank. The will your representative make from your bank that mon THE TIME 600 Barrels THE TIME this advert AT ONCE Height ERS WILL REM description has been sold. very conservative people, o money that you cannot at tor it, or for stock and f NATIONAL OIL & RE DINE, Secretar g, GALVE order, Post Office Money O W.N.U.-WIC STOCKHOLDERS AND OTHERS NATIONAL OIL & REFINING CO. MONTHLY DIVIDEND, to commence Record of June last. EACH 10c Share of Stock, as collat- ass, entitling the holder of each share amount Oil at the well. Deliver to the holder, on requisition, City or Spindetop Heights. OIL FIELDS AND RETURN to purchase $400.00 worth of the stock in the our local bank. The Stock, however, not to be or representative makes a trip to the Beaumont your bank that money is deposited. THE TIME this advertisement appears. A 100- 600 Barrel Gusher on Acre 4, Block AT ONCE on Acre 2, Block 38, Spindetop Heights. WILL REMAIN OPEN ation has been sold. In order to get the first conservative people, on account of its fairness that you cannot afford to let pass, it, or for stock and further particulars to NATIONAL OIL & REFINING CO. ME, Secretary, - GALVESTON, TEXAS Post Office Money Order or by Wire. W.N.U.—WICHITA—NO.20—1902 When Answering Advertisements Kindly Mention This Paper. --- C