Wichita Searchlight

EIGHTH YEAR. THE EIGHTH ANNIVEN OF THE BE THE Wichita S NIVERSA OF THE BEGINNING OF ichita Searchl ANNIVERSARY OF THE BEGINNING OF IN KANSAS WILL BE OBSERVED AT Redman Ha Redman Hall 211 West Douglas Avenue. Wednesday Nin 4th: JULY:4 Everything will be done everyone may enjoy the 4TH JULY In grand style dnsday N : JULY :4 thing will be done one may enjoy the JULY In grand style 4th 4th JULY 4th 4th Wednsday Night 4th:JULY:4th CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET. Can a woman keep a secret? Men clare that she cannot, but I find it is just as hairdr for the average man to keep a secret as it is for woman. Love of gossip is at the root of the trouble. The temptation to repeat a retidly enough, not thinking it sufficient importance to keep. But it is always well to remember it though a secret may seem of small importance to you, it may be of the greatest importance to the one who added it to you. When a person says to you: "Don't off and you promise not to you are absolutely no right to break your bed. If you are employed in an office, affairs of your employer should be sacred as far as your talking about them is concerned. Nothing is more contemptible than crying tales from the house of one need to another. If you are visiting or calling at a house and you hear the private affairs of the family discussed the wisest thing for you to do is forget what you are heard. Men seldom repeat business secrets, is only in social matters that they inclined to talk too much. It does seem rather absurd that so-sensible business men should come down to the level of retailing the ordinary gossip of the day, but a matter of fact there is no place where gossip is more rife than in a man's club. the ability to hold your tongue is valuable characteristic. You know the old joke that says the way to spread news is to "tele- phone, telephone and tell a woman." Well, make yourself a committee of me to contradict that silly old joke. Let the men see that women are not the tale-bearers they are made at to be. --- 4th JULY 4th ERSARY 4th JULY 4th BEGINNING OF Searchlight n Hall, ay Night Y :4th be done that enjoy the gala JULY 4TH nd style JULY 4th 4th JULY 4th Never be tempted to confide in a man, for he will be quite as likely to betray your confidence as a woman would be. The truth of the matter is that if you want to keep a thing absolutely secret you must tell it to no one. If it is another's secret you have no right to tell it, and if it is your own, you are exceedingly foolish to tell. So the sensible thing to do is keep silent in both cases. NOTICE.—Send your news in the early part of the week, which will insure its publication. The earlier the better.—Editor. LONGEST DAY. Friday, June 22nd, was the lognest day for the calendar year 1906. From that time on the days grow shorter until we reach spring of next year. Time files. ANNUAL SERMON The colored Masons of Wichita will observe St. John's day in a most befitting style. They will hold their annual sermon at New Hope Baptist church. The sermon will be preached by Rev. W. H. Tillman. Every Mason in good standing is requested to be present. ACKNOWLEDGE. It is with a deep sense of appreciation that the editor of the Searchlight acknowledges the many congratulatory letters received from scores of his readers in Kansas—and a few outside—praising his article in the ast issue of the Searchlight under the heading "WHAT CAN THE NEGROES OF KANSAS EXPECT?" These letters, except two, are from colored men and colored women from all parts of Kansas who are close observers of events of the day and who keep posted on the many daily occurrences which go to make up a live issue of any kind. In each and every letter the editor of the Searchlight was highly commended for his lofty stand for the race and his timely article. All said that it was to the point. Owing to the fact that this article was from our pen and gave our views as we saw it, we are satisfied that our readers will spare us the exceeding timidity of making any other or further comment on this particular article at this time. We promise though, in the near future to write something else for our people. Owing to the large number of these letters, which number took us by surprise—and for lack of time, we take this means to thank one and all for their kindly, considerate, friendly and encouraging words. We promise to stand in the future as in the past—for our race. Respectfully, W. N. MILLER, Editor. LEAVENWORTH TABORS. International Order of Twelve to Hold Big Picnic. Dickson Park's Grand Opening to Be On July Fourth—Parade and Big Speakers. The International Order of Twelve, one of the big local Negro lodges, will give a big picnic July Fourth in their new park located on south Fourth street near the corner of Santa Fe. The occasion is the opening of the park known as the "Dickson." The bills state that there will be a street parade headed by a brass band, the Knights to leave Taborian hall at 11 a. m., and march through the principal streets and then to the park. Rev. Frank Wilson, C. G. M., of Kansas City, Kansas, who was instrumental in the purchase of the park, will deliver the opening address and the Hon. Nelson Crews of Kansas City, Mo., will be one of the principal speakers of the day. The International Order of Twelve is made up of the Knights and Daughters of Tabor, Mount Horeb Temple, No. 10, Crystal Tabernacle, No. 29, and Victoria Tabernacle No. 30. The committee on arrangements for the picnic is composed of R. L. Nichols, R. T. Bright, Liza Scott, A. W. Hopkins, Dr. C. M. Moates, Laura Bright, Ella McKinnis and Henrietta Davis. The park takes its name from Moses Dickson, who founded the society in 1854. A RARE TREAT. Those who failed to be at Garfield hall Wednesday night and hear the concert of Madame Schaffer, of Kansas City, certainly missed a rare treat surpassed any which it has been the fortune of the people of this community to hear and was well worth many times the price of admission. The concert was opened wkh a musicval number by Miss Eliza Brandon, followed by a soprano solo by Madame Schaffer, then Mrs. Grinstead and Mrs. Bettis sang a very pleasing duet, and Madame Schaffer then sang another soprano solo, followed by Mrs. Bessle Evans in a soft sentimental song which was well received. The evening program was concluded with a baritone solo by Madame Schaffer which was fine and at the rendition of which she was loudly applauded. Madame Schafer is a world wonder with her voice, having the remarkable ability of two voices in one, her easy touch of high notes and the wonderful ease with which she sings in the masculine baritone voice is as marvelous as it is pleasing to hear. 4th JULY 4th REDMAN HALL BE THERE SURE 4th JULY 4th NEWTON NEWS. Mrs. U. S. Rickman, who has been out in Colorado, has returned home, reporting a lovely time. Mr. Orlan Smith is reported quite ill. Mr. and Mrs. Hall, daughter and son of Peabody, were visitors in the city Sunday. Miss Mary Gray, who has been in Topeka for some time is here on a weeks visit with parents and friends. Misses Lena and Seattle Bush of Peabody, were visitors in the city Sunday. There was a social given at C. M. E. church Wednesday night. Everyone reports a fine time. Mrs. H. Page, who has been visiting in Colorado, returned home, having met with an accident which caused a broken arm. She is improving. A few friends were the guests of Miss Ethel Anderson Sunday, of whom were Misses Cora Stevenson of Valley Center, Irma Clark, of Wichita, and Callie Anderson; Messrs. Geo. Brown and Lloyd Rickman. They report a very pleasant afternoon. Miss Callie Anderson entertained a few friends Friday evening in honor of Misses Cora Stevenson, of Valley Center, and Irma Clark of Wichita, the evening was spent in different amusements, an dat a late hour cream and cake was served by the hostess and the guests left pronouncing Miss Callie to be a royal entertainer. Lee Frame entertained a few friends Wednesday evening in honor of Misses Stevenson and Clark who have been visiting Miss Callie Anderson. Mrs. Ophelia Ridley entertained a few friends at her home in honor of Misses Stevenson, Clark and Hall. All of the guests report a lovely time. Misses Stevenson and Clark left the city Tuesday for Valley Center after spending such a delightful time in Newton. All friends wish them to return again soon. BUY HOCKADAY PAINT. First Block on North Mosley. The National league of Republican clubs which closed their convention in Philadelphia this week had the following section in the resolutions in regard to the growing tendency to disfranchising the Negro voters of America: "We are opposed to inequality which permits one-twentieth of the voters of the country to wield one-quarter of the national legislative power. The suppression and denial of suffrage demands the reduction of power so usurped and the denial of suffrage should not be rewarded with political premiums. The Democracy of at least eleven states should be deprived of its unfair preponderance of power, and the full measure of political rights, secured to every qualified voter, white or black, who is capable and willing to assert his political manhood. The political party that profits by the suppression of the ballot is not to be trusted with the making or administration of the nation's laws. We reiterate the demands of our last national platform that our Rejubilican majority in congress should courageously carry out the principles and pledges of the party and enact such legislation as will make all the constitutional amendments absolutely and finally effective." With the Republican majority in congress this resolution can easily be put into effect. We await results. THE NEGRO'S PLAN. "If we can develop in the average colored citizen those qualities of character, of courage, of truthfulness, of sense of obligation, of willingness to work, of desire to behave decently to those rounabout you, you have taken the longest and most effective step toward securing for the people of your own race their own self-respect, and the respect of others, which will follow inevitably in the training of that self-respect. "It is often said that the true place for the negro is industrial work. It is. That is the true place for the average negro and it is the true place for the average man, and we will not get our civilization upon a proper basis until we root out of the mind of the average girl of whatever color, the belief that to become a poor clerk is better than being a first-class handworker, a first-class mechanic or a first-class agricultural laborer.—The Moon. The board of trustees of the State home for Colored Aged and Orphans, located in Irvington, N. J., has sent out about 2,000 appeals to individuals and churches for help in wiping out a mortgage debt of $4,200 upon the property of the institution. NO.14 WE have noticed several houses in Wichita belonging to colored people which are all right in every way except that they need painting. There is nothing which adds to the general appearance of a home as to have the house, barn and cuthouses painted—and it matters not how fine a house may be if it is not painted it does not look well. There are many good homes in Wichita among the colored people that a course or two of paint would make look beautiful. There is little excuse now for not painting your house since Wichita has a first-class paint factory where one can go and buy his paint at factory prices and save the retailers' profit. The Hockaday Paint Co., on North Mosley, first block above the Frisco depot, is prepared to meet your wants in the paint line—go there get your paint and at your old time paufeat your home with a fresh course of good paint. A PIONEER DEAD. After a lingering illness covering quite a long period generally and for the past nine weeks in particular, Mrs. Mary Blackwood died at her home 712 N. Main, last Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Blackwood was one of the oldest citizens in Wichita and had lived here for the past 32 years. Mrs. Mary Blackwood was born In Clark county, Kentucky, Oct. 12th, 1812, and died June 17th, 1906, and was at the time of her death 93 years, 8 months and 5 days old.She was borne a slave and lived there until the year 1836 when she came to Kansas and lived with the Indians for 25 years—with the Pottawatomie tribe from the reservation near St. Mary's Mission. She moved to Leavenworth, Kansas, in 1855 and was a most prominent member of the "Underground Railway," in Kansas. She moved to Wichita in 1874, where she has since resided. The deceased leaves three children: Mrs. Amanda Jones, Williams Sylvers, and George P. Sylvers. She leaves seven grand children, eight great grand children and one great great grand child living. She was a consistent Christian of more than 40 years standing. Funeral services was held from the Second Baptist church, Tuesday afternoon and was witnessed by a host of friends. Dr. J. H. N. Waring, principle of the Colored High and Training School of Baltimore, Md., made an address on "The Northern White Man's New Burden," at the ninth annual commencement of the Manuel Training and Industrial School for Negro Youth at Bordentown, N. J. He made a strong plea for a square deal for Negroes. . MASONS TO HAVE FESTIVAL. Arkansas Valley lodge No. 21 A. F. & A. M. will give a grand festival at Redman hall, Thursday night, June 28th. This entertainment is given for the purpose of raising money to be applied on the property which the Masons are buying at 615 N. Main and the entire proceeds will go into that fund. They ask that everyone come out on Thursday night, June 28th and assist them in the good work. You are very cordially invited to be out with them on June 28th. --- W. MIFA. KANS. 7. N. MILLER, Editor. THE RESUME OF THIS WEEK Send your news notes and local happenings to 601 North Main Street. Mrs. Lella Hilbert, of Topeka, was in Wichita among friends last week. Jas. L. Harper left Tuesday for Wier City, where he attended the meeting of the Baptist State Sunday School Convention. Mrs. H. F. Frazier attended the Sunday School convention in Wier City, Kas. Wichita Tabernacle No. 34 held a big initiation at their hall Thursday night. They initiated about sixteen (16) new members and everything is moving along nicely. 1st. All Subscriptions must be paid in advance strictly. Agents take notice. 2nd. Communications received after Wednesday noon will appear in the week. Madame arrived in the her engager Madame Schafer, of Kansas City, arrived in the city Monday and filled her engagement at Garfield Hall. The left Saturday for Fort Scott where she will spend a few days visiting. J. A. Bass was in the city Wednesday enroute to Topeka from Cedarvale, I. T. He was the guest of his brother-in-law, and sister, Mr. and Mrs. T. L. Hackley, during his stay here. John Callahan left Tuesday for Paola in response to a telegram stating the serious illness of his mother. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Brazil, who have been in Kingman for the past few months are in Wichita again and are now erecting a fine cottage on their lots. Twenty-fourth and Fairview. They hope to have it completed in the near future. Work is progressing nicely on the house at this writing. Visit the Jones Ice Cream Parlor, 610 N. Main street. Charles Patton is now learning the tailor's trade in the shop of Mr. J. A. Jackson, 334 North Main. Charley is a wide awake young man and is determined while young to fit himself for more than common usefulness in life. His step is a very commendable one and young Charles should be encouraged to continue. HOCKADAY PAINT PAINTS GOOD North of Frisco Depot on Mosley. Wichita, Kan., June 18, 1906. There are many so-called Christians who claim to be looking for a higher mark in this world but who, when death lays her cold icy hands on and they close their eyes in everlasting sleep will find that they come far from reaching their coveted mark. Such individuals must stop, consider, and leave their selfishness, and walk in the pathway of Christ. The W. T. Vernon Club met with Mrs. Perry Monday evening. Prayer was offered by Mrs. Ellen Thompson after which the roll was called and each member responded with a quotation. The election of officers was then taken up and the following officers were elected: Mrs. J. W. Thompson—President. Miss Grace Perry—Secretary. Miss Ella Roach—Secretary. Miss Lillie Jones—Asst. Sec'y. Mrs. Anna Butler—Treasurer. Mrs. S. W. Lea. Sick Committee—Mrs. Perry, Mrs. Tasco and Mrs. E. Thompson. Miss Lulu Thompson—Reporter. The meeting closed by singing "Shall We Meet Beyond the River?" and adjourned to meet next Monday with Mrs. E. D. Roach, 1803 North Mead. Do you do your trading with the merchants who advertise in the Searchlight? If not you should. PAGE 2 THE SEARCHLIGHT. Served at the Post Office at Wishita Kansas as Second-Class Mail Matter. 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Totally erroneous reflection upon the character, standing or reputation of any per- son which may appear in this paper, will be gladly corrected if bought to the Editor. To Live and Let Live. " is OUR Motte. Office A. W. Hopkins, C. G. S. 321 Dakota. International Order of Twelve. Leavenworth, Kan., May 26, 1906. OFFICIAL NOTICE. To All C. M.'s, C. P.'s, Q. M.'s, P. P.'s, Members and Visitors; You are hereby notified that I have made full and complete arrangements for reduced rates over all railroads running into Wichita, Kansas, for the benefit of all delegates who will attend the Fifteenth Annual Grand Session of the Kansas-Nebraska Grand Temple and Tabernacle, International Order of Twelve, which will be held in Wichita, Kansas, July 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th. All members of our order are hereby notified to buy one-way tickets—not round trip tickets—and be sure and get certificates, and if you travel over more than one road and have purchased more than one ticket be sure and get a certificate with each ticket you buy. You can buy your tickets as early as July 6th, but no ticket will be honored by the railroad for this occasion after July 12th, 1906, and all tickets will be good for three days after the closing day (Sunday not included as a day). You are again cautioned that the Grand Temple and Tabernacle are very interested concerning reduced rates, as it will save our order quite a sum of money if all who attend our session bring their certificates. By order Grand Temple and Tabernacle Kansas-Nebraska Jurisdiction. A. W. HOPKINS, C. G. S. Leavenworth, Kan. 4th JULY 4th REDMAN HALL BE THERE SURE 4th JULY 4th DATE CHANGED. Owing to the rush of job work and other matters which has claimed the attention of the management of the Searchlight, we have changed the date before set of our Eighth Anniversary Exercises to Wednesday night, July 4th, at Redman hall. On this date, Wednesday night, Jury 4th, at Redman hall, we will offer all those who may see fit to be out one o f the most excellent, intellectual and pleasing programs which it has been the privilege o f the people of this community to enjoy in many a day. In changing the date we had in mind also the large number of people who would like to attend, but as other dates and business matters would preclude them and as this is a legal holiday it will afford all an ample time to be out and enjoy a pleasant evening with the management of the Searchlight. Be with us Wednesday night at Redman's hall. LOCALS 4th JULY 4th REDMAN HALL BE THERE SURE 4th JULY 4th HIGHER CHRISTIANITY. MRS. JOSEPH FINE THE WICHITA SEARCHLIGHT REMOVED! REMOVED! REMOVED! Searchlight office in the new Young building, 601 N. Main. Last week while playing with the baby buggy in which slept her seven-months-old little brother, the two-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Southard accidentally pushed the buggy off the porch, precipitating the baby boy to the ground. The noise of the fall and the cry of the baby and its sister attracted the attention of Mrs. Southard, who ran, picked the baby boy up, and hastily summoned medical aid. The baby was thought to be improving, when a change for the worse took place Saturday night and the baby died Sunday morning. The infant, Archie Saunders Southard, was 7 months and 1 day old. Funeral held from the house Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Southard have the full sympathy of all their acquaintance in this shocking accident. DUNBAR-JOHNSON WEDDING. James L. Dunbar of St. Louis, Mo., and Miss Gertrude Johnson, of Muskogee, I. T., but formerly a Wichita girl, were united in the holy bonds of matrimony at the home of the bride's uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Lewis, 307 North Mead Ave., Wichita. The wedding took place Tuesday afternoon, June 19th, and was conducted by Rev. H. W. King, pastor of the A. M. E. church. The newly married couple left Tuesday night for St. Louis, Mo., where they will make their future home. HOCKADAY PAINT WEARS. Salesroom on N. Mosley. Things are getting lively in Tabonian circles in Wichita. The Knights and Daughters are stirring nightly, making great preparations to entertain the Grand Temple and Tabernacle which will convene in this city July 10th. By the date for the opening session everything will be in readiness and all Wichita will in its usual way, regardless of societies or denominations, join with the Knights and Daughters in giving the visitors a royal time. Wichita has always been known as the most hospitable town in the west and on this occasion there will be no exception. There will be ample and complete arrangements made to fully and comfortably accommodate all who may come to attend this session. The latch string to all the homes of Wichita will hang on the outside during this session. For this unparralled hospitality the people of Wichita deserve praise. Knights and Daughters come on to Wichita and let your slogan be—"On to Wichita, July 10th." Drop in at the Court House grocery, 517 N. Main and buy your goods when in need of groceries. We wish to very heartily thank our many friends for the kindness shown durin gthe recent illness and death of our beloved mother, the late Mrs. Mary Blackwood. A. Jones is confined to his home 1115 N. Mosley Ave, from the effects of injuries sustained while at his work. While working a barrell fell on him and caused internal injuries from which he is suffering quite severely. Miss Virgie Williams of Arkansas City, Kansas, came up Sunday to spend a few days visiting with Mrs. J. H. Branson, 641 N. Wichita. Do you owe the Searchlight anything? If you do, pay up. Cafe Restaurant Main st rt Order Game In Season C. C. Hickerson, Pro. Whereas, It has pleased the all-wise Creator to remove from our midst Sister Cella Webster; and Whereas, By her taking away, the Household of Ruth, No. 612, Wichita, Kansas, has suffered an irreparable loss, and we as members of the same have sustained the loss of a most worthy and faithful sister; therefore be it Resolved, That we bow in humble submission to Him who does all things well; and be it further Resolved, That our charter be draped in mourning for thirty days, and the rules for wearing mourning for the specified time be adhered to by each of us; and be it further Resolved. That a copy of these resolutions be spread on the minutes of this body, another copy be mailed to the bereaved family to whom we also extend our sincerest sympathy; and that the same be published in the Wichita Searchlight. LULU A. COVINGTON, E. LANDRUM, M. I. JONES, WANTED—You to know that E. D. Squires has moved his new and Second Hand Furniture store to 320 N. Main street, where he will be pleased to meet all his old as well as new friends and those in need of household furniture. We keep everything. New Phone 1108 White. B. Y. P. U., SUNDAY, JUNE 24. The following program will be rendered by the B. Y. P. U. at the Tabernacle Baptist church, Sunday afternoon, June 24th. Subject, "Conquest Meeting—Educational Work in the Field: What and How Should a Christian Read?"—Phil. 4:8. PROGRAM 1. Address.....Rev. W. H. Burrill 2. Solo.....Mrs. John W. Hall 3. Paper.....Mrs. Richard Low 4. Solo.....Miss Lois Wilson 5. Inst. Solo.....Miss Bettie Hall 6. Solo.....Mrs. Jackson Leaders—C. R. Price and Mrs. Harris. Mrs. B. Givens, President. Miss S. Price, Secretary. Mrs. Joseph Fine, Chairman Program Committee. The last meeting of the B. Y. P. U. was very interesting and everyone was highly pleased. The Union especially wished to commend the splendid address made by Mr. Henry W. Jones. We cordially invite all to come out and take part in our meetings. Where do you have your JOB PRINTing done? Why not give your own race a chance? We can do your job printing just as good and just as cheap as anyone else. Give us a chance. Our office is 610 N. Main street. MOVED—The Meyer Furniture Co. have moved into a more convenient location at 246 N. Main street, where they are prepared for business and will be much pleased to meet their old as well as new customers. They would like for you to call at 246 N. Main before buying your furniture. New phone 1903. The B. T. W. club met Thursday evening with Mrs. Albert Martin. A short program was rendered as follows: Opening address by Mrs. Thomas Glover; solo, Mrs. Thos. Fine; paper, Mrs. Albert Martin; closing remarks, Mrs. E. J. Alexander. After which a grand reception was tendered the members and about twenty young people, by the club. Their chief object is to lift the minds of the young people to loftier aims, which they highly appreciated, and wished the club many successful seasons. At a reasonable hour they adjourned to meet with Mrs. Fred Martin Thursday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. William Bates have moved to their own home, 1413 Wabash Ave. They have made a splendid home and are now living and staying at their own home. RESULTED FATALLY. GETTING READY. 4th JULY 4th REDMAN HALL BE THERE SURE 4th JULY 4th CARD OF THANKS. MRS. AMANDA JONES, WILLIAM SYLVERS, ..... George P. SYLVERS. We Can Need You Court House Grocery 517 North Main Street We have a full line of fresh and wholesome F and Staple Groerie, Teas, Coffees, Spi Sugar, Flour, Meal, Vegetables, Canned Good Rooms, Butter, Eggs, Coal Oil, Gasoline, S onary, and, in fact, anything and everyth you may want in the Grocery Line. WE DELIVERY TO ANY PART OF THE Your Patronage Solici NEW PHONE 2046 Court House Grocery 517 North Main street Intelligence Counts.... THEN USE U - KNEAD - IT' FLOUR melts in every respect,—color, flavor, and p barrel. MADE BY Watson Mill Co. WICHITA, KANSAS GILDEN'S DRUG STO Prescriptions Filled with Cane Drugs of all kinds, Cigars and Tobac patronage solicited. + Once a customer, a mer. Our store is Headquaaters for Colored 615 North Main st. USE We have a full line of fresh and wholesome Fancy and Staple Groerie, Teas, Coffees, Spices, Sugar, Flour, Meal, Vegetables, Canned Goods, Brooms, Butter, Eggs, Coal Oil, Gasoline, Stationary, and, in fact, anything and everything you may want in the Grocery Line. Court House Grocery Store 517 North Main street Excellence Counts..... It excels in every respect, -color, flavor, and pounds of bread per barrel. MADE BY Watson Mill Co. Prescriptions Filled with Care ... Drugs of all kinds, Cigars and Tobacco ... Your patronage solicited. + Once a customer, always a customer. Our store is Headquaaters for Colored people. 615 North Main st. IMBODEN'S FLOUR AND BREAKFAST FOOD and you will Love good eating OUR GROCERS IMBODEN MILLIE AM ABSTRACT IN NORTH-WEST CORNER OF THE COURT HOUSE Bonded Abstractors second to North PLEASES ALL FOOD BREAD MAKER It Is White As SNOW—TRY IT— Otto Weiss, Ag ORGET TO STOP AT THE E'S Ice Cream Parlour DEAM ABSTRACT CO IN NORTH-WEST CORNER OF THE COURT HOUSE Bonded Abstractors "Second to None" PLEASES ALL GOOD BREAD MAKERS It Is White As SNOW-TRY IT- Otto WEISS, Agent 601 N. Main Street OPEN FOR BU NES, PROPRIETOR BR AT YOUR GRO DEAM IN NO BO "Seco GOOD = 10 DON'T FORGET JONE'S Ice 60 S. E. Patton, Sec. Jaa L. Harper, Mang House Grocery Main Street Fresh and wholesome Fan- Teas, Coffees, Spices, Petables, Canned Goods, Coal Oil, Gasoline, Sta- tething and everything Grocery Line. BY PART OF THE CITY Grocery Store Main reet ITS..... HOUSE..... AD-IT" OUR color, flavor, and pounds of BY Mill Co. KANSAS TRUE STORE Milled with Care Tigars and Tobacco ... Once a customer, always a guaters for Colored people. A Main st. N'S MERIAL AND ST FOOD Live good eating IMBODEN MILLING CO. TRACT CO. CORNER OF THE HOUSE Abstractors oo None' ALL MAKERS NOW—TRY IT— Otto Weiss, Agent THE in Parlor OPEN FOR BUSINESS array's Reliable Nerve Balm array's Reliable Antiseptic Salve array's Reliable Extracts array's Reliable Perfumes array's Reliable Pure Spices they are pleasing hundreds of sole and will please you. H. MURRAY, Sole Prop. South Hydraulic Avenue New Phone 985 Whita, -- -- Kansas our Old friends back East right to move Southwe. Send the names and addresses of person you think would be rested in the Southwest, d will mail them interesting brooklets and a copy of our Migration journal, 'The Earth' send the list and we will l the descriptive matter. DO IT NOW!!! anta Fe press nta Fe rnal Colonization Agent, A. T. & S.F. Ry way Ezchange, Chicago, Ill. d Laverty, New and 2nd Hand FURNITURE and Furniture bought and Repair work a specialty. Main St. Baltimore Hotel 4th JULY 4th REDMAN HALL BE THERE SURE 4th JULY 4th CAN SUPPLY You with Trunks of all riptions and any kinds of cling bags. HAT'S OUR BUSINESS SEE US Shita Trunk Factory $19 Eatt Douglas Ave., Only 100 Copies Left 10c Super Than at Music Store. Stella Vann, Sole Agent A FOOL this money are soon paated. man who pays out his good money for inferior building ma- al is foolish. Buy the BEST. sell it. Have you seen the best building material? It is Cement Building Stone. The er it wears, the harder it gets H. TURNER ...WICHITA, KANS. TO 547 WEST DOUGLAS MADE IN WICHITA MADE FOR THIS CLIM MADE PURE AND AWFUL O Deo Salus Order Of Twelve ized April 30th, 1891 dated January 23rd, 1893 Section of the Grand Temple and Tabernacle for will convene in the Taborian Hall, in the city Tuesday, July 10th, A. D. 1906, at 10:00 o'clock session the 10th, 11th, 12th and 13th. Board of Grand Curators is requested to meet are requested to send their C. M. or V. M. and board board. Tabernacles are requested to send their traveling expenses and board. Palatiums their traveling expenses and board. Tents are and pay their traveling expenses and board. Tables, Tabernacles, Palatiums and Tents must positive on this point. and or bring all receipts that you have received since the last Grand Session to this Grand ME FAMO ICE WHOLE Fcr Parties Orders de B9 E. 146 North Main S O.K. Repairing M --- In Solo Deo Salus International Order Of Twelve Organized April 30th, 1891 Incorporated January 23rd, 1893 The Fifteenth Annual Session of the Grand Temple and Tabernacle for Kansas-Nebraska Jurisdiction will convene in the Taborian Hall, in the city of Wichita, State of Kansas, Tuesday, July 10th, A. D. 1906, at 10:00 o'clock a. m., and will continue in session the 10th, 11th, 12th and 13th. Preliminary Session—The Board of Grand Curators is requested to meet Tuesday afternoon, July 10th. Representatives.—Temples are requested to send their C. M. or V. M. and pay their traveling expenses and board. Tabernacles are requested to send their H. P. or V. P. and pay their traveling expenses and board. Palatiums their P. P. or V. P. and pay their traveling expenses and board. Tents are to send their Q. M. or V. M. and pay their traveling expenses and board. Take Due Notice—All Temples, Tabernacles, Palatiums and Tents must be represented, as the law is positive on this point. Endowment Receipts.—Send or bring all receipts that you have received from the Endowment Secretary since the last Grand Session to this Grand Session, as per Constitution, page 169, article 23, and put them in the hands of the Committee. Annual Returns.—Annual returns will be sent to each Temple, Tabernacle, Palatium and Tent in May which bring with you to the Grand Session. Any Temple, Tabernacle, Palatium or Tent failing to receive blanks by the 15th of May will immediately send to the C. G. S. or the C. G. M. and they will be sent at once. Be On Time.—As our work is done by Committees, we want all delegates represented on some one of the Committees at the hour of opening. Annual Sermon—The Annual Sermon will be preached by Rev. Sir C. G. Fishback, C. G. O., Wednesday night July 11th. All members must be present in full dress regalia. The Official Paper—Quite a number have neglected paying for The Searchlight, our official organ which should be promptly paid. Divine Service—The General Law sets the Third Sunday in June for the Annual Sermon to be preached. In all places where there are more than two or three members, they must meet and make arrangements to have the sermon preached at the same hour. In no instance will this order or law be changed. If the sermon is not preached on the Third Sunday in June it cannot be preached on any other Sunday. Witness my hand with the official seal of the Grand Temple and Tabernacle. Kernan & Co., 102 E. Douglas Pone 35' I. X. L. GROCERY PARTY AND 154N. Emporia Dean's old stand- 815 N. Main R. L. Collins --- ```markdown ``` 777 The Fifteenth Annual Session of the Kansas-Nebraska Jurisdiction will come of Wichita, State of Kansas, Tuesday, a. m., and will continue in session the Preliminary Session—The Board of Tuesday afternoon, July 10th. Representatives—Temples, are required pay their traveling expenses and board their H. P. or V. P. and pay their travel their P. P. or V. P. and pay their travel to send their Q. M. or V. M. and pay their Take Due Notice—All Temples, T be represented, as the law is positive. Endowment Receipts—Send or bring from the Endowment Secretary since the Session, as per Constitution, page 169, of the Committee. Annual Returns—Annual returns are nacle, Palatium and Tent in May this season. Any Temple, Tabernacle, Palatium by the 15th of May will immediately so they will be sent at once. Be On Time—As our work is done, represented on some one of the Comms. Annual Sermon—The Annual Sermon, G. Flshback, C. G. O., Wednesday night present in full dress regalia. The Official Paper—Quite a numt Searchlight, our official organ which is Divine Service—The General Law the Annual Sermon to be preached. Two or three members, they must meet sermon preached at the same hour. In changed. If the sermon is not preached not be preached on any other Sunday. Witness my hand with the official nacle. (Seal) Attest: A. W. HOPKINS, C. G. S., 321 Dakota Street, Leavenworth Kansas HELP THE NEEDY. Rev. Van Leu, State Missionary, Appeals to the Baptists of Kansas, to Help the Needy in San Francisco. To All Baptist Churches, Presidents B. Y. P. U.s. Presidents Womans Mission Circles, and every Baptist, and Friends in Kansas. The following letter explains itself and has my hearty support and I appeal to every church and their auxiliaries to raise a collection for these people, and help our distressed brethren in San Francisco, Calif. These people are homeless and helpless and need our financial support. I will see that all money forward to me shall be faithfully used for this specific purpose. For all money to me. J. H. VAN LEU, General Missionary for Kansas. 630 N. Water, Wichita, Kan. IN NEED OF AID. (This Letter Explains Itself) San Francisco, Cal., May 2, 1906. My Dear Friend Van Leu, Christians and Friends. This leaves our church membership and friends homeless, without clothes, food, shelter, or a place to worship. God's hand has been and is still very heavy upon us. Not a Christian was killed, but a great many others have perished during the great disaster in our city. If you can or will help me to relieve the awful suffering and sad plight of our stricken people do so, in the name of the Lord. Send anything possible, but money can be used in more ways than anything else. Our entire city moulders in ashes. Our men have nothing to do. More than 300,000 white people are homeless, so you may know how terrible it is for the poor Negroes. Write or send to me at my address, 2734 Greenwich street. Yours in distress, Pastor 3rd Baptist Church, San Francisco, California. THE WICHITA SEARCHLIGHT MESSERVIE FAMOUS AND CELEBRATE ICE CREAM WHOLESALE AND H For Parties, Picnics, Socials and Orders delivered to any part of BON-TON & KA BAKERY E. B. MESSERVE, Pro 146 North Main St. O. K. Dye W Kockada Paint MADE IN WICHITA MADE FOR THIS CLIMATE MADE PURE AND AWFUL GOOD MESSERVE'S FAMOUS AND CELEBRATED ICE CREAM WHOLESALE AND RETAIL For Parties, Picnics, Socials and Churches. Orders delivered to any part of the city. BON-TON & KANDY BAKERY E. B. MESSERVE, Prop. 146 North Main St. Phone 152 O.K. Dye Works O.K. Dye Works Repairing Neatly Done The Most Perfect and Up-to Date Dry Cleaning Process Known Newest and Latest Machinery KID GLOVES CL ANED FREE when accompanied by other work. Second Hand Clothing for sale. Bed Quilts Cleaned. Our New Steam Process leaving cotton soft and fluffy. WE CLEAN and DYE Silks, Flannels, Kid Gloves, Plums, Gents' Clothing, Felt, Panama Hats, etc., etc. Goods Called For and Delivered Established in Wichita 1901 C. G. HANSON, Prop. 330 North Main Street Phone 2003 Use Red Star Always Reliable Makes Perfect MADE BY RED STAR AND ELEVATOR CO., Wichi ALWAYS ORD Bissant WICHITA KANSAS Wholesale and PARTY AND PICNIC ORDERS 154N. Emporia Ave., Why Not Save C And Time By Buying A Wheel WICHITA BICYCLE and SPORTING 230 North Main St. PARTY AND PICNIC ORDERS A SPECIALTY 154N. Emporia Ave., New Phnoe 1893 Old Phone 3 Why Not Save Car Fare The Gem Photo Studio 333 FRANK WILSON, C. G. M. 943 Everette Avenue Kansas City, Kansas. In The Grocery J.ine Your wants need careful attention and our store is the place to get it. We handle the best of Fancy and Staple Groceries and our prices are right. Orders given prompt attention. Pone 35' WORK DONE WHILE YOU WAIT 2nd N. Shoes Bought and Sold 332 N. Main Street Wichita, Kan. Butter - Eggs Bring them to us we pay the highest prices. We have an entire now stock of everything in groceries. Dean's old stand- Olden's Drug Store, 615 N. Main, is still at the old stand where you can get fresh juicy soda. Try one of "Olden's Favorites." 409 East Douglas Ave. MAKERS OF FINE PHOTOS L. H. EK 1 Flour le Bread MILL ta, Kansas CELEBRATED Cream Retail A SPECIALTY New Phnoe 1893 Old Phone 3 Car Fare From Us? GOODS CO Phone 545 J. E. GIBSON o Studio as Ave. FINE PHOTOS PAGE 3 We have just received a large invoice of Men's, Work Shoes, Men's Dress Shoes, Ladies' and Miss' Fine Shoes, Oxfords and Slippers all styles and kinds. AT WHOLESALE PRICES AT WHOLESALE PRICES ARKANSAS CITY, KANSAS. GRAND COURT SESSION. The Grand Court of Heroines of Jericho, of the State of Kansas and its jurisdiction met here in grand session the 12th, 13th and 14th. Tuesday morning was a formal opening. P. B. Andrews acted as master of ceremonies. The address of welcome in behalf of the court, was made by Miss. Addie Jones in the glow of eloquence that won the admiration of all present. Response made by Mrs. S. McCubbin, of Atchison, Kan. Her remarks were appropriate. The visitors were welcomed to the city by W. L. Cunningham on behalf of the Mayor. Officers are as follows: Mrs. M. B. Jackson, of Kansas City. —M. A. G. M. Mrs. F. Hyde, of Argentine, Kan.—S. M. A. G. M. Mrs S. McCubbin, of Atchison—G. C. Treasurer. Mrs. A. Scruggs, of Kansas City—G. C. Secretary. P. B. Andrews, of Arkansas City. Kan.—G. W. J. Mrs. J. A. Cornwell, of Kansas City. Kan.—G. I. JK. Miss Elizabeth Johnson, Wathema, Kan.—G. O. K. The officers for the ensuing year was as follows: Mrs. F. Hyde, Argentine, Kan.—M. A. G. W. Miss S. F. Andrews, Arkansas City, —A. W. J. Miss Winifred Ray, Wichita, Kan.—G. C. Sec'y. Mrs. S. M. CcCubbin, Atchison, Kan.—G. C. Treas. Rev. O. Davis, Kansas City, Kan.—G. C. J. The following were appointed: Miss F. Murry, Kansas City, Kan.—G. I. G. K. Mrs. Madison, Kansas City, Kan.—G. C. Miss K. Walker, Kansas City, Kan.—G. J. A. Mrs. M. B. Like, Leavenworth, Kan. —G. S. A. Next session will be held in June, 1907. The rally at the Baptist church was a financial success. Rev. B. R. Guy preached an excellent sermcn at 3 o'clock, and Rev. Givan of Purceli, Oklahoma, in the evening. Mr. John D. Childs, of Oklahoma, is here in the interest of the college, of which he is an instructor. Mrs. Young is on the sick list. Miss May North of Hutchinson, is in the city on business. The Peckham picnic was a grand affair. WINFIELD. (KAN.) NEWS The W. I. club of the A. M. E. church met at the home of Mrs. M. Graham Friday afternoon. A splendid time was had and many questions of much importance was discussed. The club had for its honored guest Mrs. W. N. Miller, of Wichita, who made a very pleasing address to the club, which the ladies of the club highly appreciated and fully enjoyed. Among the other visitors present was Miss Anna Faust, Mrs. W. Johnson and others. The hostess served a delicious luncheon which was enjoyed by all. Mrs. W. N. Miller, of Wichita, spent a few days in our city last week the guest of Mrs. Allen Brown. The A. M. E. church is undergoing a complete remodeling including a coat of fresh paint inside and out and an dis being fitted out with electric lights through the special effort of Mrs. A. L. Nichols and Mrs. J. Brown. The members cannot thank them enough for their aid and assistance—but God will belis them. Mrs. Essie Wright came in Sunday from Hutchinson. Miss Jackson left Monday for her home in Detroit, Mich. She has been conducting a series of meetings at the A. M. E. church. TODD-MONTGOMERY. Wedding of Popular Young Colored People. The grandest event that ever occurred in colored society circles in Cowley county was the welding of Miss Havanah Todd to Frank Montgomery, both popular young colored people of the highest standing in this city, which took place Monday evening, June 19, 1906, at the home he had prepared at 1202 Lowyery street. Rev. Dr.J.E. Farmer, Physician and Surgeon —Diseases of— Women and Children A Specialty New Phone 936 Office 517 N Main St WICHITA TABERABLE NO. 34, Order of Twelve Meets First and Third Thursday of Each Month All Daughters in Good Standing Invited Mrs. Margo Miller, M. P. Bearings Miller Nec -S M O K E— CIGARS SOLD EVERYWHERE FORD'S HAIR POMADE Formerly known as "OZOMIZED OX MARROW" 80 KINKY or CURLY HAIR that it can beput in any style desired consistent with its design. Ford's Hair Formde was formerly called the only safe preparation known to us that makes shiny or curly hair straight, as the only safe preparation known to us that makes barky, kinky or curly hair soft, as the only safe preparation known to us that makes hair soft, as the only safe preparation known to us that may be obtained from one treatment; 2 to 6 bottles are usually sufficient for a year. The OX MARROW' removes and prevents dandruff, the OX MARROW' has been made and sold continually the hair from falling outor breaking off, makes it grow and, by nourishing the roots, perfumes and harmless, it is a toilet necessity for ladies, gentlemen and children. The OX MARROW' has been made and sold continually the hair from falling outor breaking off, makes it grow and, by nourishing the roots, perfumes and harmless, it is a toilet necessity for ladies, gentlemen and children. The OX MARROW' has been made and sold continually the hair from falling outor breaking off, makes it grow and, by nourishing the roots, perfumes and harmless, it is a toilet necessity for ladies, gentlemen and children. The OX MARROW' was registered in the United States Patent Office, in 1874. In all that long time the hair was worn from the hundreds of thousands we swept and effective, no matter how long you keep it. Be sure to get Ford's, as its use is limited. Beware of imitations. Remember that Ford's, Hair Formde ('OZONIZED and is made only in Chicago and by us. The company has been in business for 50 years. Refuse all others. Full directions with every bottle. Price only 50 cts. for a bottle. $1.49 for three bottles or $2.50 for six bottles. Charges to all points in U.S. A. When ordering send postal or express money order, and address plainly to: The Ozonized OX Marrow Co. (None genuine without my signature) Charles Ford Post 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago, IL. Agents wanted everywhere. WICHITA'S NEW CAFE. Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Hickerson have opened a first class restaurant and cafe at 408 N. Main, which they will sit up in fine style and when completed will be one of the finest cafes and restaurants among colored people in the state of Kansas. They invite you to call at "Bud's Cafe," 408 N. Main, where you can be served to anything in the eating line on the market. Give them a call at 408 N. Main. Rev. Anderson Brown has bought a lot on 23rd and Arkansas ave. and has also bought a house which he will have moved out thre. Keep your eye on the Searchlight she's there. Henry Massey is at home again from Western University to spend the vacation with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Massey. Miss Florence Jones and Mrs. W. Lett of Atchison were visitors in the city during the week, the guests of Miss Winnie Ray. Mrs. Fannie Stewart of Leadville, Cot., is visiting her mother, Mrs. M. Hodges. The ladies of the Alsbic club met Thursday afternoon with Miss Grace Baker and an hour was spent in needle work. After roll cal each responded with current events which were especially interesting. They were served to a dainty luncheon, adjourned to meet next week with Mrs. P. Coleman. Remember the big Masonic Larvae at Redman hall Thursday night, June 23th. The Knights and Doughters of Wichita are working with might and main making preparations for the oncoming of the Grand Temple and Tabernacle which will meet in Wichita on July 10th to 13th. Nothing is being left undone to make the visiting Knights, Daughters and friends who come to Wichita enjoy themselves in the highest. ABOUT HOLLYHOCKS. How to Grow Them from Seed Instead of the Old-Fashioned Way from Cuttings. The old-fashioned way of increasing a stock of hollyhocks was by cuttings, that is, taking pieces of young shoots, consisting of two joints with lower leaves removed, and rooting them in fine soil in August. That is the only way of increasing a stock of any given variety, as the hollyhock does not come true from seed. The July number of the Garden Magazine, however, advises growing from seed, as less troublesome than the tedious cutting method, and as securing very satisfactory results from the new and better varieties of to-day. Directions for this mode of propagation are given, and should be put in practice this month. "Sow seeds in July in a drill one inch deep in a sunny, rich soil, leaving plenty of space between the seeds to allow the young plants to grow without crowding until the next spring—not less than four inches. Ie drills should be 18 inches apart, to permit cultivation either with the wheel cultivator or hand hoe. At the approach of winter protect the plants by a light covering of straw and leaves with the boards placed over all, both to hold the covering and to shed water. This is of course best done by having two boards joined together to form an inverted V. If it is desired to keep the colors separate, of course they must be labeled in the rows where sown; but if a mixed bed of hollyhocks is wanted it is far better to mix the seeds before sowing, for somehow or other it is hard to plant a mixed bed from separate colors—at least it is hard to get it done satisfactorily. "When the covering is removed the following spring the plants will be in perfect condition to transplant to the positions they are to fill in the garden. When lifting them take great care to dig deep and secure intact the long, fleshy roots, as they are the standby of the plants during the stress of hot weather and drought. The reason why there are so many hollyhocks of only average quality seen, and so few really good ones, is that insufficient care is given to preparing the soil. The hollyhock is a plant that can hardly be overfed, and revels in a deep, rich soil. Double dig the place where they are to be planted and put a generous quantity of rich manure in the trench when refilling it; or feed freely all through the growing season with nitrate of soda, one-half ounce, and superphosphate and kaint, one-fourth ounce each, to two gallons of water. Give this once in three weeks. "The all-outdoor cultivation of hollyhocks is far more simple than the old way of starting them under glass and, moreover, gives us plants with stronger constitution. Treated in this way as a biennial, it will give better results than when grown as a perennial." WHEN BATHING THE BABY. A Flannel Apron Should Be Worn. Water Tested by a Thermometer—How to Handle. Who is to give baby his bath should be provided with a large flannel apron; fastened to this from the waist is pinned a large soft towel. Fill then both the tub and the basin with water. The temperature of the bath should be 98 to 100 degrees, neither under nor over. Rely upon the thermometer. Do not test the water with the hand; what may seem fairly warm to an adult hand may be hot enough to scald a baby's tender skin. It is well to have a small pitcher of exceedingly hot water at hand for use in case the water in the bathtub should cool before the baby is ready to go into it. If for any reason a bath thermometer cannot be had, the elbow affords a fair test. Do not have the water hotter than is comfortable to the elbow. When everything is in readiness the baby is taken on the lap, the towel having been pushed to one side so that the baby lies in the flannel apron. Handle him as little as possible, rolling him when a change of position is necessary. But do not lift him, as pressure on the stomach and abdomen where delicate organs lie, is uncomfortable and often proves injurious to the child—Chicago Tribune. Commencement Pudding. Commencement Pudding. Soak one-half package of gelatine in a girl of water for three hours, then pour over it one-half pint of boiling water. Add one and one-half cupfuls of sugar and allow both sugar and gelatine to become thoroughly dissolved by placing the bowl in a dish of boiling water and stirring the mixture. Add next one cupful of orange juice, strain and set away to cool. When it begins to thicken add the unbeaten whites of eight eggs, place the bowl in ice water and beat until thick. Pour into molds to harden and serve with a custard made as follows: Two-thirds of a cupful of sugar in one-half cupful of milk in the double boiler, add the grated rind of one orange and one-half teaspoonful of salt. Beat up the yolks of the eggs used in the pudding, add to them one-third of a cupful of milk. Pour this into the hot milk, beat and boil five minutes in the double boiler. Hot Chocolate Sauce Boil one cupful of water and one-half cupful sugar three minutes. Mix three teaspoonfuls grated chocolate and one teaspoonful cornstarch with two-thirds cupful of milk. Stir in with sugar and water. Boil until it thickens a little. THE WICHITA SEARCHLIGHT KNIGHTS and Daughters, if you have changed High Priestess or Chief Mentors since this list was published kindly notify me at once, that I may make the correction. KNIGHTS AND DAUGHTERS OF TABOR. Number. 1 Mrs. Eliza Nichols, 1120 Everett St., Kansas City, Kan. 2 Mrs. Sarah Crisp, 615 South Chestnut St., Iola, Kan. 3 Mrs. Flora Thompson, 1120 S. 7th St., Council Bluffs, Iowa. 4 Mrs. Madaliene Ward, 325 E. 6th, Cherryvale, Kan. 5 Mrs. Sarah Skinner, 725 Park St., Atchison, Kan. 6 Mrs. Mary Curry, 804 Cherry St., Ottawa, Kan. 7 Mrs. N. E. Wigely, 506 N. 5th, Salina, Kan. 8 Mrs. Laura Smith, 308 11th St., Coffeyville, Kan. 9 Mrs. Sarah H. Harrison, 1421 Van Buren St., Topeka, Kan. 10 Mrs. Maggie Fishback, 1795 Lawrence, Kan. 11 Mrs. Perlina Woodford, 823 Freeman St., Kansas City, Ks. 12 Miss Cora Sango, 2058 North Front St., Kansas City, Kan. 15 Mrs. S. S. Furlough, Box 315, Weir City, Kan. 16 Mrs. Perlor T. Ballinger, 715 S. 20th St., Parsons, Kan. 17 Mrs. A. Masie, 615 Barbee, Ft. Scott, Kan. 20 Mrs. Emma Maxie, 411 Ransom, Ft. Scott, Kan. 24 Mrs. C. E. Kirby, Box 332, Coffeyville, Kan. 28 Mrs. Bell Wright, 1411 Partridge Ave., Parsons, Kan. 20 Mrs. S. Montaque, 403 Kickapoo St., Leavenworth, Kan. 20 Mrs. Laura Bright, 203 Ohio, Leavenworth, Kan. 32 Mrs. Ida B. Willis, 1036 Iowa Ave. Butte, Mont. 33 Mrs. Phannie Corneal, Box 384, Alliance, Neb. 34 Mrs. Mattie Miller, 335 West 15th, Wichita, Kan. 35 Mrs. Rachel Dudly, 521 N. 21st South Omaha, Neb. 37 Mrs. Mary Robinson, 523 Main, Atchison, Kan. 38 Mrs. Laura Lee, Weir City, Kan. 37 Mrs. A. Pickens, 250 E. 15th, Topeka, Kan. 85 Mrs. Ella Cornish, 828 Tyler St., N. Topeka, Kan. 89 Mrs. Marie Boyd, 1204 Dodge Omaha, Neb. 91 Mrs. Ella Golden, 316 N. 12th, St., Omaha, Neb. 92 Mrs. J. G. Gillum, 1209 Vine, Lincoln, Neb. 93 Mrs. Ida M. Jordan, 903 Western Ave., N. Topeka, Kan. 777 C. M'S ADDRESSES 333. Number: 1 William M. Watkins, Box 2062, Weir City, Kan. 3 Mr. William H. Barnes, 819 L. St., Atchison, Kan. 4 Andrew Herrold, Sherman Flats, Omaha, Neb. 6 M. E. Bird, 2014 Hewett, Everett, Kansas City, Kan. 8 R. M. Bingham, 1727 E. Oak St., Ft. Scott, Kan. 10 Richard Walker, cor. 5th and Delaware St., Leavenworth. 11 W. N. Miller, 258 N. Main St., Searchlight office, Wichita. 13 A. H. Morton, Parsons. 15 Henry Jordan, Salina, Kan. 16 Richard Clark, 420 N. 25th St., S. Omaha, Neo. 17 Allen Jarner, Box 332 Coffey- ville, Kan. 19 C. Parris, 918 Penn. St., Law- rence, Kan. 25 Edward Henderson, 1917 N. 3rd St., Kansas City, Kan. 59 S. W. Pasker, 1156 Buchanan Topeka, Kan. 60 James Scott, 1404 Van Buren Topeka, Kan. 71 J. W. Bedell, 2127 So. 10th St. Lincoln, Neb. 536 Albert Graves, 90 Charles St., Deadwood, South Dakota. Banner Mills ♦ CUSTOM GRINDING ♦ ♦ A Specialty ♦ ALL KINPS OF COAL ♦ FEED The Searchlight will observe its Eighth Anniversary at Redman hall, Wednesday night, July 4th. A fine program will be rendered and a glorious time prepared for the enjoyment of all who may come out. Hickerson's Cafe and Restaurant is being fitted up in grand style. Parties and banquets, special dinners and special suppers will be among their specialities. Visit them at 408 N. Main. PHONE 1944 D. L. STEWART, M. D. PHYSICIAN and SURGEON. 703 North Main St. All calls attended promptly, Day or Night Office Hours - 9 to 12 a. m. 2 to 5 p. m. @ to 8 30 p. m. Subscribe and pay for the Search-light. She is wide-awake. Smith of the Second Baptist church performed the ceremony, which was witnessed by over a hundred invited guests who thronged the roomy cottage and overflowed onto the lawn. No handsomer couple of their race ever plighted troth than these two. The guests were entertained in a princely style but in the cultured manner befitting peole of their education and position. Both have enjoy the advantage of the liberal schooling Kansas offers all who grow up within her borders and are ornaments to their sphere. Music was furnished by the mandolin trio. Johnson brothers and Singleton. Light refreshments were served. Mr. Montgomery has made many friends among the leading white people of the city during his life in the city and is highly esteemed for his high character. His wedding was witnessed by a number of these, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Plagmann, Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Doane, Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Miller, Dr. and Mrs. J. G. Evans and a number of the railroad employees, all of whom attested their regard by bestowing many handsome and substantial presents. Out of town guests attending were Murray Butler, a graduate of the Winfield High school, now teaching in the colored schools at Oklahoma City; Misses Esther Jackson and Ardella Bradley. Oklahoma City; Sam Lee and Miss Hurt, Newkirk. The bridesmaid was Miss Stella Saunders and the best man, John Jackson. Mr. Montgomery is the efficient depot master at South Winfield Station. 4th JULY 4th REDMAN HALL BE THERE SURE 4th JULY 4th NORTH TOPEKA ITEMS. Macedonia Tabernacle is progressing nicely and is in a healthful condition, adding to the roll new names of members at each meeting. Pride of Topeka Tent is progressing nicely, both spiritually and financially, and is in a healthful condition. Mrs. D. F. Easley, of Kansas, City, Mo., is the guest of Mrs. Ida M. Jordan, 903 Western avenue, North Topeka, Kan. Mrs. Ida M. Jordan, K. P. and P. G. O., and friend will leave Friday for Burlingame on business in interest of the lodge. Rev. Sir Frank Wilson, C. G. M., of Kansas City, Kansas, and Daughter Emma Ganer, C. K. P., of Topeka, paid a visit to the Macedonia Tabernacle No. 93, of North Topeka, Tuesday, June 12th, in their hall, 508 West B street, and was royally entertained. A banquet was given in their behalf. All departed after having enjoyed a delightful afternoon. The Knights of Tabor and Daughters had their annual sermon Sunday, June 17th, at the Shiloh Baptist church. It was preached by the Rev. C. G. Fishback, C. G. O., which was grand and a well filled house listened to the able sermon. The Pride of Toorthopeka Tent No. 36, had their installation June 5th, in their hall, and was installed by Dtr. Emma Gaines, C. G. P. It was the grandest installation that has been witnessed, it was said, by those present. Mrs. Robert Jordan, of North Toopeka, Kansas, was on the sick list last week, but is able to be up and out again. It was a great compliment to have Sir Thomas Gaines escorted by the Tabernacle in and out of the church. The proceeds of the afternoon were $20.25, which was very gratefully received. The Sir Knights were led back to their ahl by Prof. Bradford's band. It has been said that there was some astonishment in regard to some that were out Sunday in the grand turnout. We should be careful how we allow ourselves to bring in people of unbecoming conduct in the societies, for our children will take pattern of our example and the race depends on the young that are to fill the place we now occupy; and to build up a substantial race we must contend for a moral people in our various lodges. Those who are guilty know; so those who are not need nto take this to themselves. MRS. IDA M. JORDAN, K. P. and P. G. M. MRS. S. McRAY, C. R. ELDORADO NEWS Rev. R. W. Williams, of Wichita, was in Eldorado, Sunday, June 17th, and held a splendid service in the morning, followed by Children's day exercises at night. Miss May Low is general teacher. We admire her in her jolly, way and the splendid way in which she conducts her school work. MRS. MALONE, MRS. J. A. REED, Managers. Trade with the merchants who davertise in the Searchlight. You can do so easily if you wish to—do so and save money. W. N. Miller, Editor. Number. 1 M. B. Look at th Good new Organs Goon 2nd hand organs Good new Sewing Machin Square Pianos 2nd hand Pianos New Pianos $167.00 Come and see them look at these prices New Organs $40.00 to $60.00 Hand organs $10.00 to $25.00 Sewing Machines $12.00 to $25.00 Pianos $15.00 to $25.00 Pianos $100.00 to $150.00 Pianos $167.00, $178.00, $185.00, $198.00 and see them Look at these prices Good new Organs $40.00 to $60.00 Goon 2nd hand organs $10.00 to $25.00 Good new Sewing Machines $12.00 to $25.00 Square Pianos $15.00 to $25.00 2nd hand Pianos $100.00 to $150.00 New Pianos $167.00, $178.00, $185.00, $198.00 Come and see them THOS. SHAW 132 North Main Street WESTERN TERN UNIVERS WESTERN UNIVERSITY The Great Educational Institution for Kansas and the West..... DEPARTMENTS: Theoiological, O and State Industrial. COURSES: Classical, College, Normal, Musical, [ Instruc piano, oagan and harmou Mechanical], Carpentry, R Business Course, Stenograp ing, Dressmaking and Plain ing, Farming and Gardenin ADVANTAGES: Splendid Locati Influences and Thorough T INFORMATION: For terms, pric fered, write to William T. Ver PRESID QUINDARO, - Phones Office Resid H. O. HA Cut Price Watches Cleaned Main Springs Clocks Cleaned Crystals, Hunting Balance Staffs Old Gold or Silver Bought or M REPAIRING—Personal attent complicated watches of all for rail road men and societies 437 North Main St. Open E ARTS: Theoiogical, College, Normal, Sub-Normal, Industrial. Classical, College, Preparatory, Normal, Sub-Musical, [ Instrumental and Vocal ], including Organ and harmonica, Brewing [ Fine Arts and Vocal], Carpentry, Printing and Book-Binding, Course, Stenography and Typewriting, Tailor-making and Plain Sewing, Cooking, Laundering and Gardening. Splendid Location, Healthful Cllmate, Good and Thorough Teachers. For terms, prices and all inducement, offer to Tom T. Vernon, A. M. D. D. PRESIDENT INDARO, KANS. Oones { Office—Bell "White" 4302 Residence—Bell "West" 15 D. HARRISON Cut Price Jeweler, Les Cleaned 50c and 75c Springs 75c Cleaned 50c and 75c Hunting 15c Staffs $1.50 For Silver Bought or Made Over. All Work Guaranteed —Personal attention given to high-grade and used watches of all makes. All kinds of emblem men and societies. North Main St., Wichita, Kansas Open Evenings DEPARTMENTS: Theoiogical, College, Normal, Sub-Normal and State Industrial. COURSES: Classical, College, Preparatory, Normal, Sub-Normal, Musical, [ Instrumental and Vocal ]. including piano, oagan and harmon, Sewing [ Fine Arts and Mechanical], Carpentry, Printing snd Book-Binding, Business Course, Stenography and Typewriting, Tailoring, Dressmaking and Plain Sewing, Cooking, Laundering, Farming and Gardening. ADVANTAGES: Splendid Location, Healthful Cllmate, Good Influences and Thorough Teachers. INFORMATION: For terms, prices and all inducements offered, write to QUINDARO, KANS. Phones Office—Bell "White" 4302 Residence—Bell "West" 15 H. O. HARRISON Cut Price Jeweler, REPAIRING—Personal attention given to high-grade and complicated watches of all makes. All kinds of emblems for rail road men and societies. 437 North Main St., Wichita, Kansas Open Evenings Grand Master Thos. Glover of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows will begin next week on his annual visits to the Odd Fellows lodges in Kansas. The following is his route and dates: Independence, June 26, 1906. Coffeyville, June 27. Chetopa, June 28. Vale, June 29. Pittsburg, June 30. Weir City, July 2. Parsons, July 3. Fort Scott, July 4. Iola, July 5. Kansas City, July 6 and 7. Lawrence, July 9. Atchison, July 10. Topeka, July 11 and 12. Abilene, July 13. Salina, July 14. Nicodemus, July 15. Dunlap, Emporia, Strong City, Newton, Great Bend. Vale, June 29. Pittsburg, June 30. Weir City, July 2. Parsons, July 3. Fort Scott, July 4. Iola, July 5. Kansas City, July 6 and 7. Lawrence, July 9. Atchison, July 10. Topeka, July 11 and 12. Abilene, July 13. Salina, July 14. Nicodemus, July 15. Dunlap, Emporia, Strong City, Newton, Great Bend. Peter Steel will leave Saturday night for his home in Milwaukee, Wis., where he will visit his parents. On his way he will stop in Chicago for a few days. W. S. MENRION DRUGGIST 801 M. Main St. Wichita, Kans. HOUCK Hardware store First Class Goods at Lowest Price 116 East Douglas Avenue L. S. NAFTGER, W. R. TUCKER President Vice President J. M. MOORE, Cashier NOTICE KNIGHTS Their will be a regular business meeting of Taborian Temple No. 11, Thursday night, June 28th. All Knights are requested to be present. W. N. MILLER, C. M. --- ANNUAL VISITS. PEERLESS STEAM LAUNDRY EI OVER a SOHS. Props United States Depository Director—W. R. Tucker, W. E. Jens L Helms, S. B. Amidon, B. F. Lean, J. M. Moore, L. S Nafsor H. Middlekauff, O. Z. Smith. 4. 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