Wichita Searchlight

THE WICHITA SEARCHLIGHT The Negro In The Lime-Light EIGTHTH YEAR. Since 1619 A. D., when the white man introduced the first Africans or Negroes on American soil as his slave the Negro has been a very prominent figure in the American eye. With all the alleged faults attributed to the Negro he still has many manly, honorable and admirable qualities as a man, and no one knows this better than does the white man of America. The American white man has no reason to complain with the Negro—for the white man has set himself on the pinacle of superiority and from his point of view the Negro is indebted to the white man for every good quality which the Negro may possess and if this version be true can it not be equally true that the Negro should owe every bad quality an imulation of the bad qualities of his avowed superior—the American white man? While no sane man will attempt to deny that there are some bad Negroes—and some mighty bad ones, too—all there is by far a greater number of good, peaceable, law-abiding Negroes, just as there are some bad white men—and some mighty bad men, too—still there is by far a greater number of good, peaceable and law-abiding white men. The trouble with the American white man is, he insists on maintaining two standards of right and wrong. The one standard is to measure the faults and good qualities of the white man, and the other standard is to measure the faults and good qualities of other people, more especially the roc. Our penal institutions are filling and being enlarged yearly for the accommodation of both white and Negro criminals, while our religious, educational and other beneficial institutions are filled and enlarged for the accommodation of both good white apple and good Negroes—thus showing that the Negro has a white man a companion in crime and in good government. The Negro is not a criminal, as a man more than is the white man criminal, as a race. There are good and bad in both races and crime is the whether committed by white or black. The accusation against the crime that he condones in the crime member of the barest kind. If the white man would stand as ready to extend justice to the Negro who commit crime as he is ready to extend to the white man who commits crime, he would find no people more willing to further aid him in suppressing crime—whether black or white criminals—than the Negro. It is not condoning which may at any time make the Negro slow in lending his aid at any time—but it is that fear raised in the breast of an oft injustly treated people that fairness and justice will not be extended to members of the race charged with crime. Whatever the ills of this state of feeling may be—no one is to blame for its existence, save the American white man. If no crimes were being committed by white men and all the crimes were being committed by Negroes, then there might be reason for the white man pointing the finger of scorn at the Negro and calling the Negro "criminal! criminal!! criminal!!!" But when one reads daily the most atrocious crimes as chronicled by the white press and which are alleged to have been committed by white men, it is, indeed, marvelous why the white man can find time or room to specially point the Negro out as the American criminal. THE CRIME AGAINST WOMEN. Any man who would be guilty of the much talked of crime against woman should be dealt with in the most severe manner known to the law—and there is no race on earth who would derive a greater benefit from having its women protected Against the onslaughts of men of other races than would the Negroes of America. With a race today of 90 per cent—part Negro, part white, is a living and everlasting monument to the brazen, uncivic, and unmanly onslaught of the white man against the American Negro and places the American white man at the top of the ladder in this great American boog-a-boo of the crime against women—in this regard the American white man leads. The Negro opposes this, because it is wrong, and also because the Negro is as zealous of maintaining a pure African race as the white man is zealous of maintaining a pure white race. The Negro joins hands heartily with the white man in suppressing this conditions on the part of white men as well as on the part of Negro men. In this regard as in others, the white man can take to himself the origin of the crime against womanhood and if the Negro has imitated him it is only carrying out the theory of the white man of the inferior race imitating the superior race. No matter who the guilty party may be, white or black, it is wrong and should be stopped and when committed, severely punished. TO REMOVE STAINS SIMPLE REMEDIES FOR HOUSE-KEEPERS' BUGBEAR. Two Ways for Taking Oil or Grease from Carpets—Paste That Will Do Wonders with Discolorations on Tables. Ink stains may be removed from mahogany by the use of one teaspoonful of the oil of vitriol mixed with one tablespoonful of water, or oxalic acid and water. These washes must be used lightly, then washed off with milk. To remove oil or grease from carpets spread a layer of French chalk over the spots, cover with a sheet of the SOCIAL EQUALITY. SOCIAL EQUALITY. The race antagonist and agitator of the white men would make it appear that the Negro seeks social equality (whatever that be) with the white man—so complete a false statement was never before made. If by "Social Equality" these agitators mean to say "that social intermingling which enters into a man's family circle" nothing was ever further from the facts. The Negro has no more desire to force himself to the white man's fireside, in the white man's parlor, or in his family circle than the Negro is willing to have the white man force himself to the Negroes' fireside, the Negroes' parlor or in the Negroes' family circle. The Negro respects his own fireside, his own parlor and his own family as exclusive as he permits the white man to respect his own. And all this talk in this direction is misleading and untrue. MANHOOD RIGHTS. What the Negro asks, and all he asks, is that he be granted those manhood rights vouched to every man by the Great Creator, of enjoying "life liberty and the pursuits of happiness." WHAT DOES IT MEAN It is now announced from Washington, that all the Negro soldiers are to be sent out of the United States to do service in the Phillippines. Secretary of War Taft, says that the order of removal of all the Negro soldiers at this time has no bearing whatever on the much talked of Brownville, Texas, affair and in the absence of any other real motive to the contrary all must accept the Secretary's statements. But at the present time such an order coming in such close proximity to so much having been said and being now said in regard to the Negro soldiers, there is ample opportunity for some other construction to be placed on the order of the war department. The order goes into effect May 1, 1907. Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Blue of Garrison, Kansas, arrived a Wichita Tuesday and will make this city their future home. TO REMOVE STAINS SIMPLE REMEDIES FOR HOUSE- KEEPERS' BUGBEAR. Two Ways for Taking Oil or Grease from Carpets—Paste That Will Do Wonders with Discolor- Ink stains may be removed from maughan by the use of one teaspoonful of the oil of vitriol mixed with one tablespoonful of water, or oxalic acid and water. These washes must be used lightly, then washed off with milk. To remove oil or grease from carpets spread a layer of French chalk over the spots, cover with a sheet of blotting paper, and iron with warm flatiron. Repeat the process if necessary. Or spread upon the stain a paste made of fuller's earth, brushing it off when dry, and renewing until stain is removed. If a carpet is not to be taken up it can be wonderfully cleaned and brightened by sprinkling a handful of dry salt over it and sweeping carefully. Of course all spots and stains should be taken out before the carpet is subject to this dry cleaning process. The salt is a very good moth preventative. Axminster and Turkish carpets should be swept always the way of the pile, so that the dust may be brushed out instead of into them. To remove discolorations from marble-topped tables, bureaus and the like, coat with a paste made from sodium carbonate, two parts, pumice stone, one part, powdered chalk, one part. Mix with water and apply. It is not generally known that milk clears away ink in a fabric like magic, if only the spatter is dipped into it at once while wet, and almost all spots will yield to prolonged soaking in buttermilk. Washing soda and water can sometimes be made to take the place of buttermilk. Remove oil paint spots with very pure spirits of turpentine. The impure spirits will leave grease spots. HOUSEHOLD HINTS. Clothes should be rinsed thoroughly before putting them into the blue water. A new range should be very gradually heated to prevent the possibility of cracking. A small quantity of alum in sugar will prevent the sirup becoming granulated. When other means fail, stains on the hands can be removed by rubbing with your souring brick. A good cook adds a teaspoonful of sugar to each quart of water in which corn, peas or squash are cooked. To prevent a crock cracking because of heat fill it with milk, set on the stove and allow it to slowly come to a boil. Do not thrust the fork again and again into meat that is roasting or the juices of the meat will run out too much and the flavor be spoiled. Two pieces of cork glued or nailed at the bottom of a picture frame will hold it out from the wall, and thus prevent in a great measure the accumulation of dust. Mushroom (Au Gratin). Scoop out the inside of some fine round cup mushrooms; after peeling them, cut off and peel the stalks. Chop up these last with some onion, one teaspoonful of parsley (chopped), a pinch of thyme and a piece of lemon peel the size of a ten-cent piece is sufficient for six mushrooms; fry them in some bacon fat (scraped), flavor with pepper and salt and add sufficient breadcrumbs to fill the six cups hollowed out; cover with breadcrumbs. Cook the filled cups slowly in a stewpan with a little melted fat, keeping covered to retain the flavor. This should be served with brown gravy poured around, not over. To Retain Color in Cotton. Delicate shades of cotton fabrics—blues, pinks, lavenders, etc., can be laundered, says the Housekeeper, and still be as pretty as new, if they are treated as follows: Drop one teaspoonful of spirits of turpentine into one-half gallon of cold water, wet the goods thoroughly in this, wring dry and hang in the shade. When thoroughly dry it, can then be laundered: There is no odor left from the use of the turpentine. This method has been tested time and time again and always with perfect results. RECIPE FOR PLUM PUDDING. Delicious Confection as It Is Made in the South. Southern plum pudding differs from the time-honored English one in that it is steamed in a mold instead of boiled in a cloth or bag, but is no less toothsome. The recipe given here, which was secured from a Virginian, will be found sufficient for 14 persons, and can either be cooked in one large mold, or, if desired, the mixture placed in smaller ones. It will keep well and indefinitely, and, like fruit cake, is improved with age. If the family is small it is well to use the small molds, and reheat as required, says What-to-Eat. Weigh one pound of raisins, one pound of currants and one pound of suet, one-half pound of citron, one pound of grated bread and one-half pound of brown sugar. Stone and chop the raisins, clean and dry the currants, chop the suet fine, sprinkling with a little flour and cut the citron into thin strips. Measure one even teaspoonful each of ground cinnamon and nutmeg and one-half teaspoonful each of cloves and allspice. Put all the fruits into a bowl and mix lightly with a handful of flour. Add the sugar and spices, the chopped suet and the bread, and mix all thoroughly. Beat eight eggs until very light and mix them with one-half pint of brandy. Pour into the fruit mixture and stir until well blended. Pack in a greased mc'd and steam for six hours. Turn out of the mold and decorate with blanched and split almonds. Serve with brandy sauce. DOING WORK ON SCHEDULE. Best Way in Which Housekeeper Can use this on your kitchen war. First—On leaving your bed open the bed and windows. Second—Start kitchen fire. Put on the cereal. Third—Place on kitchen table the things you will use in getting break- fast. Fourth—Pull up shades everywhere and open windows. Seventh—Serve breakfast; fruit, cereal, eggs. Eighth—Gather up dishes and put food away in refrigerator immediately, leaving dishes to be washed later. Ninth—Make up all the beds and dust the rooms. Tenth—Wash the breakfast dishes. Eleventh—Do any special cleaning. Twelfth—Get the luncheon. In any well regulated household there will be no afternoon cleaning up. Apple Preserves. New that apples are in season, a hint about buying and preserving the same may be useful to some of our readers. When buying apples select them by their weight, the heaviest being the best. Large apples are better than small, and those which yield to the pressure of the thumb with a slight crackling noise. To make apple jelly, wash the apples well and cut in pieces; boil them with water and part of a lemon in an uncovered saucepan. When the juice is sticky strain through a sieve and add some thick sirup, for which the sugar used should be of the same weight as the apples; boil and skim it, and when it is sufficiently thick to fall in flakes from the spoon put into the jelly glasser and tie down. English Tea Cakes Sift one quart of flour with two teaspoons of baking powder, one-half teaspoon of salt and one tablespoon of sugar; cut in one cup of butter and mix to a soft dough with ice cold milk. Handle the rolls as little as possible; do not allow them to touch and bake in a very hot oven for ten minutes.—Good Housekeeping. Breakfast Puffs. One cupful of flour, a teaspoonful of salt, one cupful of milk, one egg—white and yolk beaten separately. Mix salt with flour, add part of the milk, and stir until you have a smooth paste; add the remainder of the milk with the yolk, and lastly the white beaten into a stiff froth. Cook in hot buttered gem tins until the puffs are brown and plump. Mice. Gum camphor sprinkled around the haunts of mice will keep them away. NO.43 TILLMAN REBUKED. Senator Benjamin R. Tillman is a mighty word warrior, a valiant platform gladiator, and withal a demagogue of the front rank. When he goes forth to rend and devour and to wallow in the gore of his fellow men, he is truly an inspiring spectacle to be whispered of in nurseries to fitten naughty boys and to be dreamed of by grown people as a terrible nightmare. His reent performance in Chico o in which he howled, "To hell with aw!" is one of the best things of the kind he has ever done, and it appears that he was quite sure such sentiment would awaken sympathetic response in that city. Tillman takes himself very seriously. For years he has inveighed against "niggers" until he has become a victim of his own malevolent imagination. Like one who travels the road of accumulating moral excesses Tillman becomes more violent with each oratorical spasm. When he went to Chicago it was with the avowed intention of making the attack of his life upon the Negro race. He expected trouble and the room in which he spoke was filled with policemen and detectives. Backed by this protecting battery, the senator poured out the vials of his denunciation of the Negro race until the venom unhinged his own reason. He lashed himself into a fury and spoke words without meaning except as indicating his inherent hatred of the race which he pilloried. In odd contrast to this intemperate tirade was the conduct of the Negroes in his audience. Instead of offering him physical violence, they behaved like gentlemen and only interrupted to ask respectful questions. It is strange that any considerable body of men and women will turn out to hear the harangues of such ranters as Tillman. He is not representative of the Southern people or of Southern sentiment on the race question. He stands for no principle either moral or political. In his vulgar disregard of the common decencies of platform oratory he has placed himself beyond the pale of respect for his opinions. No consideration of loyalty to his own state can hamper his flow of misrepresentation. "No matter what the people in the North may say or do," he declared, "the white race in the South will never be dominated by the Negro, and I want to tell you now that if some state should ever make an attempt to 'save South Carolina' we will show them in their fanaticism that we will make it red before we will make it black." And this utterance comes from a United States senator nearly half a century after the attack on Sumter!—K. C. Journal. THE SEARCHLIGHT, W. N. 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Any erroneous reflection on the character, standing or reputation of any person which may appear in this paper will be gladly corrected if brought to the attention of the editor. THE CLANSMAN. The much talked of play "The Clansman," has been in Wichita, played their date and gone and no one is any the worse off for its coming, except those who paid for admission tickets. The play made no excitement here and the people of Wichita took it in the same matter-of-fact way which has made Wichita so famous and fair. The white people who saw the play and whom we have had occasion to see express themselves that they put no more stock in that play as a reality than they do in any other play. The colored people of Wichita are not hurt in the very least. What the colored people must do is not so much unnecessary loud talk about matters like these, but to so elevate their individual lives that such plays as these which are intended to cast odium on the race will by the daily lives which the colored people live will be daily shown to be an absurdity. Let the colored people everywhere cease giving plays like "The Clansman" unmerited publicity through which the play can make money at the expense of the colored people and the play will soon die of its own falsity. Let it play wherever and whenever it will or may and let them pay for their advertising and not get it free at the expense of the colored people. OUR YOUNG PEOPLE At this time when the race is so prominently kept in the lime light of publicity it is not amiss that all members of the race should join hands in lending a united aid and supervision over the younger members of the race. Every advantage and every example which will tend to raise the moral status of the young Negro, regardless to how high it is now, should be used and exercised to bring him to a befitting fitness for those racial duties to which they are surely soon to be heir. Parents should throw about their sons and their daughters a stricter paental oversight and servclance. In this connection if i snot out of place to call the attention of parents to the custom of the young people to congregate in uncomely crowds blockading sidewalks, etc., and making unnecessary loud noise and bolsterous talking. Then, again, parents should accompany their children to public and private gatherings more and thus see to it that degree of decorum is maintained necessary to a well regulated home. While our young people are not the worst, yet there is ampe room for improvement. Miss Mabelle A. Taylor was a pleasant visitor at the home of Mr. and Mrs. M. E. McKelly on the West Side Sunday. A very pleasant time was spent. THE RESUME OF THIS WEEK Send your news notes and local happenings to 601 North Main Street. NEW HOPE LEADS. To the Editor. The coming of Mrs. E. E. Whitfield, Field Secretary of the Women's Home and Foreign Missionary Society last Sunday was a notabie one. She spoke at the Tabernacle, the New Hope and the Second Baptist churches. In the afternoon she spoke at the Tabernacle and Second Baptist churches and at night at New Hope. In point of collection New Hope lead as follows: New Hope.....$22.92 Second Baptist (about).....15.00 Tabernacle.....7.38 A FINE TIME. Although the weather was anything but pleasant on account of the heavy, glassy sleet which covered the ground, yet quite a nice crowd turned out to patronize the social given by William C. Neely at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Jones, 522 North Water, Wednesday night. The supper was all which heart could wish and all were highly please. This social was a grand success. Social No. 2 will be given by Steward Ben F. Bell at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Barker, 601 N. Wichita street, Wednesday night, January 16. Everyone's cordially invited. The following is the menu for Wednesday night, January 16: MENU. Oysters Fried Chicken, Cabbage Salad Hot Biscuits Celery Olives Ham Sandwiches Ice Cream Assorted Cake Black Coffee Cream Come out and enjoy the evening at the home of Mrs. Cannie Barker. 601 N. Wichita street. Do You Want Long Hair? Mrs. Geo. McDonald, MME. C. J. WALKER'S Wonderful Hair Grower Mrs. McDonald is the Sole Agent and uses the same process which Mme. Walker uses in making the hair grow. Office at 634 North Wabash Ave., For Full Particulars MOTTO. MOTTO. "It is no benefit to have given me something, but it is a benefit to have enabled me to obtain something for myself."—Emerson. Jim Allen has returned to Wichita after an absence of several months. The B. T. W. Club meet at the residence of Mrs. Geo. Daniels Thursday afternoon, Mrs. C. J. Alexander, who represented the club at the Interstate Literary, read her paper, which was well received, after which refreshments were served and the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Thomas Fines, Thursday afternoon. A CALL TO THE PEOPLE. A meeting of the colored people of Wichita is called to meet Thursday night. January 17th, at 119 East Murdock for the purpose of discussing the advisability of organizing a land company. Meeting called for $ p. m. Everyone is invited. By request. NEW LODGE. The members of Home of the West lodge, No. 2906 who were granted the Patriarch degree on Thanksgiving met Wednesday night and completed that organization by electing the following officers: Al Covington, W. G. M.; J. L. Harper, D. G. M.; Joe Edgington, Secretary; Geo. A. Wallace, Treasurer; J. R. Dunson, W. G. Chap.; Wm. Butts, G. W.; W. N. Miller, G. S. A.; Syl Griggs, G. G. INSTALLED OFFICERS Jas. J. Olden, Deputy G. C., went to Arkansas City Monday and installed the Pythian lodge in that city Monday night and reports having had a fine time. From there he went to Winfield where he installed the officers of Pride of Winfield lodge No. 20. The officers installed at Winfield were: W. A. Wright, C. C.; Arthur Nichols, V. C.; J. W. Woods, Prelate; Wesley Morris. K. of P. & S.; J. W. Singleton, M. of F.; Wm. Lewis, M. of Ex.; S. S. Bandy. Gr. Rep.; Wm. Faust, Trustee; Myles Morgan, M. A. After completing the installation Mr. Oden delivered a short speech on the working of the badge and ocal Negro colonization. Everyone was highly pleased and wish for him to return again. BUY LUMBER FROM METZ. We call the attention of our many readers who desire to buy lumber to the Metz Lumber Co., 3rd and Main. They want your trade, will treat you right, give you bargains and serve you like people. Buy your lumber from them. Both phones 196. Nolley's Grand Rapids Furniture PRICES TO PLEASE ALL Come early and get your selec tion before the rush. Rockers $1.25 up. Children Rockers 25c. Dining Chairs 75c. PRICES LESS 118-120 North Main Street You Want the best, don't you? Then Buy RED STAR FLOUR Purest, Whitest, Sweetest, Best Ask your grocer for it Made in Wichita FOR SALE—A BARGAIN. A 14-room house and two corner lots for sale at a big bargain. Write Mrs Henrietta Simpson, Watonga, Okla. Mrs. D. Sanders who has been visiting in Guthrie, Okla., returned home last week. Mrs. J. F. Sandford arrived home Wednesday from Topeka. Rev. P. D. Yochum of Clarksville Mo., spent the holidays in the city visit- ing his daughter Mrs. J. W. Kimber- ling. Rob Rucker left Wedensday for his house in Topeka. The ladies of the G. L. A. club held a very pleasant meeting Tuesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. C. A. Glover. Mrs. F. B. Richardson, after a three weeks' visit with relatives and friends, left Tuesday night for her home in Chicago. Mrs. E. E. Whitfield of Louisville, Ky., Field Secretary of the Woman's National Convention was the guest of Mrs. H. E. Frazier, while in our city. She visited all the Baptist churches and expressed herself as being highly pleased with the audience afforded her at each church. Mrs. Lulu Wilson of North Water street, and daughter Miss Ida, entertained at dinner Sunday Mrs. E. E. Whitfield, of Louisville, Ky., Mr. F. B. Richardson of Chicago, Dr. Joseph Wilson, Mrs. H. F. Frazier and Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Lewis. Mrs. H. F. Frazier, 1713 Wabash Ave. entertained Tuesday evening a number of friends at a six course dinner, complimentary to her sister Mrs F. B. Richardson of Chicago. The evening was spent in music and singing. The house was beautifully decorated with plants which added much to the accession. After spending over a month in Wichita Visiting Mrs. Lillian Madison left last week for her home in Oskaloosa. Mrs. J. T. Sanford has returned from Topeka where she spent a very enjoyable vacation visiting with her sister Mrs. Lee Anderson. Mrs. I. J. Porter has returned from Chetopa where she spent the holidays with her sister. She reports a very pleasant time. W. M. Dunson, Painter and Paper Hanger, All Work Guaranteed 302 W. Murdock Ave., Wichita F IT EVER HAPPENED YOU'LL FIND IT IN THE SEARCHLIGHT. WHY NOT SUBSCRIBE? Stewards and Trustees A. M. E. Church. Social No. 2 of the Stewards and Trustees of the A. M. E. church will be given by Steward Ben F. Bell at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Wesly Baker 601 N. Wichita street, Wednesday night, January 16th. Mr. Bell promises to eclipse anything ever given in Wichita and invites all to come out. Mrs. Lizzie Madison returned Sunday from Topeka with her sick daughter, Miss Minnie Madison who has been seriously ill in the Capital city. Miss Madison is on the road to recovery. W. L. Herman has been appointed as one of the jailers at Topeka during the session of the legislature. He left this week for his post of duty. FINE BABY BOY. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Brown, 539 N. Water, are the proud parents of a fine baby boy, who came to the Brown home Sunday. Young Mr. Brown is in the best of health and the mother is doing nicely while the father is tremely happy. Mr. and Mrs. John Hockett are the proud parents of twins, w ho came to the Hockett family last week. Both mother and children are doing well. Mr. Hockett is a member of No. 3 fire department. J. W. Owens Shoe Repairing WORK DONE WHILE YOU WAIT 2nd Snees Bought and Sold 332 N. Main Street Wichita, Kan. The editor and wife were visitors at the A. M. E. Sunday school last Sunday and were very much impressed with the work of the school. There was a large attendance of both old and young and it was a school of which all may feel proud. The feature introduced by Rev. J. F. C. Taylor, paste, of making a bank account, is meeting with much favor and is having the tendency of bringing the children and older people out. Every one seemed to take an interest in the work. We will visit other Sunday schools in the near future. Mrs. Mary Burbrif e and Mrs. L. R. Goodseal were the guests of Mrs. Robt. Frazier and Mrs. J. C. Coffee Sunday and had a delightful time. S. W. Fleming received a $5.00 raise per month in his salary from the Mc-Cormick Harvester Co., for whom he works. This came in the nature of a New Year's present in recognition of his satisfactory services to his employers. Mrs. R. E. Smith is still very ill at her home 422 Steven. The Daughters of Wichita Tabernacle No. 34, presented their H. P. with several gifts as Christmas presents which were highly appreciated. A grand reception was given at the home of Miss Lizzie Underwood on Saturday, December 29th, in honor of Misses Nellie, Florence, Pearl and Fred Banks. Mr. and Mrs. Banks of Pretty Prairie came up on December 31st on short notice on account of the illness of their daughter Miss Nellie Banks. Mrs. Sam C. Collins left Tuesday for Sherman Texas, where she will spend several weeks visiting with her husband's relatives in that city. Mrs. L. R. Goodseal and her daughter, Mrs. Henry Hale, returned Monday from Guthrie, Okla., where they spent the holidays in great enjoyment visiting among relatives and friends. TWINS. GOOD BREAD MAKERS It Is White As SNOW-TRY IT- OTTO WEISS, Agent I have a full line of fresh and wholesome Fancy and Staple Groceries, 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 601 N. Main St. ... Drugs of all kinds, Cigars and Tobacco . . . Your patronage solicited. + Once a customer, always a customer. Our store is Headquaaters for Colored people. SCHOOL SHOES AT REDUCED 1-RICES AT BRAITSCH'S Cash Shoe Store SEE WINDOWS FOR GOOD SHOES CHEAP 120 East Douglas Avenue : ‘Supplement to THE SEARCHLIGHT WICHITA, + + __+ KANSAS. —————— The national debt is $925,159,s00, so this ia not a billion-dollar country tn one important respect. Commercial travelers’ licenses in toe Britsh South African colonies snd protectorates amount to $600 a year. If Dr. Oster will head off the winter weather recollections of the oldest in- habitant which are abont due, we will forgive him. Even nature seems in league with Croesus. Klondike’s increased out- put adds its golden stream to the tide of prosperity. Says Count Boni, “It is immaterial to me what the American press say about me.” The proud indifference of s superior soul, doubtless. Ap Alton woman who asserts she was married while stupefied by pois- oned confections now realizes that she made a mistake in her “candy man.” With seats on the New York Stock exchange selling at $82,000, brokers remarks the Pittsburg Press, should now execute their orders standing. Cambridse, Mass, provides for privilege of study and travel one year In seven for the public school teach- ers, A teacher draws a part salary and has regular position on return. ‘The question of how long St will take to exhaust the coal deposits in the earth Is not of as much import- ance as that more intimate problem, how long the deposit in the cellar will last On hearing from Professor Lowell that the people of Mars are suffering from thirst, the Kentucky colonels request him to extend to them the as- surance of thelr most distinguished cominiseration, Diamonds are reported to be going down in price. ‘This is probably due to the fact that general prosperity has made {t possible for so many people to have diamonds that they have become common. A woman who $s going to Java in quest of the missing link probably will not find it, but, says the Phila- delphia Ledger, she may learn how the consumption of Java coffee man- ‘aces to exceed the product. ‘Thé New York authorities are car- rying out a schene for giving each class of animals a scenic background rewiniscent of its native habitat. So, by and by, the zoo will be not only a menagerie but an art gallery. : John Holland, submarine torpedo boat Inventor, reports that he is now et work on a submarine monster against whose attack there can be no defence, and which will put all war- ehips out of business. He onght to ve made an honorary member of the universal peace society, remarks the Hoston Herald, Speaking at Carlisle, the bishop of that city sald he was against abbrevi- ations on principle. “At Birmingham recently there was a considerable pro- portion of the people so busy that they could not spare the time when speak- tng about the year to say 1901, but articulated sharply nineteen one. 1 am persiaded abbreviations have an ‘unwdolesome effect on men’s minds.” Eight years ago an Italian was con- demned to ten years’ imprisonment for manslaughter. He escaped, and was not heard of until recently, when ft was found that he had built a ceil in his own house, had constituted a servant his jailer, and had faithfully executed sentence upon himself. The trouble is that the government will not connt his years as amateur pris. oner. He will have to begin now to serve his term in official incarceration. Borings 1,000 feet deep in New Or- jeans have encountered nothing more iia than mud, sand and a litte thin clay; hence the problem of making ate foundations for the piers of a ene railroad bridge which is soon to be built across the Mississippi near the city is a hard one for engineering science. The piers will rest on tim- ber caissons, each measuring over 60 fect by 126 and 140 feet hich. The bottoms of these eaissons will be 170 feet below the surface of the river. Franz Rakoezy, who led an insur- rection In Hungary from 1703 to 1711, died an exile in Turkey. He was de- clared a traitor by a law passed in 1715. The act was repealed by. the Hungarian parliament last month, and the remains of the great leader were taken from Constantinople and re- buried with great honors in Buda. pest, The ceremonies lasted four days, Rakoezy had to wait a long time for official recognition of his patriotism, but it has come at last. Governors of New Hampshire are elected by a majority vote; that is, the successful candidate must have more vores tan are given to all of ‘Nis opponents combined. If he lack oue of & mefority the legislature hag to choose the governor, In the other *'ates @ plurality elects, and it some- times happens that the successful can- “idate ‘receives only a few hundred more than one-third of the total vote. cast. ‘This year the New Hampshire ‘eeatature will have to elect the goy- : "NOT, aS no candidat sa te received a ma RANSAS ITEMS SUMMARY OF WEEK'S HAPPENINGS | States marshal for Kansas. Organize a State Bank. — F. J. At wood, president, and B. C. Whitcher, cashier, of the First National bank, of Concordia, together with Kackley parties, have organized the State Bank of Kackley, capital $10,000. Child 1s Gremated. — Mrs. John Michand, living near Concordia, left her two Uttle children alone in the house while she was absent for a few moments and her three-pear-old daughter caught fire at the stove and was burned to death. Charged With Embezzlement, — Marshal Phiffer, of Horton, on re coipt of a telegram from” the au thorities at Fort Madison, Ia., arrest- ed George Nickolpules, a Greek, who 1s charged with embezzlement there. Nickolpnles has been workips with a gang of track laborers at Horton. They Have a Ciue—For some time the relatives of Joss Swanson, of [Blue Rapids, thought that he was dead. They had not hoard from him for a long time and a body, supposed to be his, was found in Dakota, But 8 few days ago a letter was received from him inclosing bis dues in the Maccabees, 25,000 Fire at Cheney. — The town Jof Cheney was visited by an early [morning fire which did damage to ‘the extent of abont $25,000, with probable less than half covered by insurance, ‘The Wichita fire devart- ‘ment was called but the fire was un- der control before they had time to respond, Died While In Jail. — Louls Phil lips, a mlass cutter emploved by the Western Window Glass company at Independence, was found dead in a celi in the city jail. He had been locked un for drunkenness and al- hough he wes very drunk, it was [not supposed that his condition was ‘rerious,” He leaves a wife and five small children, Changes in Kaneas Postotfice. — Joseph C. Colin has been apnointed postmaster at Argonia, Bumner county, to succeed J. W. Rutherford, resigned: Wm. Robertson at Cay- ville, Wilson county, in the place of F. M. Robertson, resigned; George T. Maliatt at ‘Townsend, Cowley county, vice J. N. Pointer, resigned Sues For $17,000 Damages—Gene. vieve Carroli, of Leavenworth, a girl 10 years of age, has brought sult through her next friend, Mrs, Chris- tina Cogan, her mother, against the Kansas City-Western Railway Com- pany for $17,000 for damages and ex- penses alleged to have been Incurred as the result of injuries sustained by Being thrown from en electric car on November 28, 1906, Was a Great Meeting—One of the greatest meetings of its kind ever held in any state was that just clos- ed at the State Agricultural College, at Manhattan, where over one thow- rand stockmen and) farmers from Kansas and other states gathered seeking knowledge in all iines al- Med to stock breeding and agricul- ture, One hundred and forty men were enrolled in the nine days’ stock and grain judging school, Service is Accepted. — The execu: tive council formally accepted to silver service for the battleship Ken- jsus and the voucher for $5.00 in jpaymc..t for it was issued by State Auditor Wells to Edward Vail, of Wieita. Mr. Vail furnishel the ser- | ice and has installed it in the gov- Jemor's office according to bis con- [tract ‘The service will he kept on Jexhibition at Topeka or Wichita un: til time to take it to the battleship Stallard Arrested.—On a comnlain’ sworn to by D, J. Moore, easier af the Pete’ National Bank of Se dan, Otto D. Stallard, former cashier of that bank, was arresial charset with the embezzlement of $20,000. of the bank’s funds. Me waived exam: {nation and was placed under a bond of one thousand dollars for tis. ap- Heearafes batorebtie webraute conn of the district court which st at Sedan. His bond was promptly siened by ten of the bos oftircy> af Chantanqua county, whore agere gate wealth is a quarter of million dollars. Stallard has practically ad. mitted that he alone is responsible for the shortage but maintains that he does not know what became of the moner. Worried Over His Studies.—John Frederick Terhune, a student 20 | years of age, who resides at Soldier, Kan., but who was attending — eal |rexe ‘at Emporia, committed snicide by drinking earbolie acid and shoot- |ine himself through the head with a revolver. The only cause that can jhe assigned for the act is that he | was worried abont his lessons. DNC tee ee ae oN PARK CANNOT SEE STRIKE. Thinks Idea Preposterous — Strike Would Hurt Public, the orgunizations here, or along the lines, favor such extension of the strike, ‘The public would be bitter- ly opposed to it, as the ineonveni- ence and burden would fall heavily upon the people, and I do not be- lieve oar men would bring this in- convenience about just to help the firemen in Texas.” Mr. Park says the coal situation is now in good shape and at all the towns on the line there is a fair sup- ply of fuel. The company is hurry- ing coal to all points and there can: not be a shortage unless there should be a strike, followed by severe weath- er. In that event it is hard to say what the result might be. 1 Year for Impersonating Officer— P. H. Crumpley, of Yate, Mo, was sentenced by Commissioner Wit Hams of the federal court at Tone: to one year in the United States penitentiary for impersonating an officer and collecting taxes from the Jointists of Cherokee county. Silver Service at Topeka. — The $5,000 silvor service for the battle- ship Kansas has arrived in Topeka from New York. ‘The candelebra in the service are 20 inches high. The large tray is 3 by 2 feet and the punch bowl is 26 inches in diameter und 28 inches pigh. ‘The punch bow! set comprises 15 pieces and there are besides 20 mjscellaneous pieces. The service will De on display in the exe. cutive office during the legislative session, Kansas Manufactories. — Statistics have been compiled by the state bureau of labor and industry giving the totals of the manufacturing 1m. dustres cf Kangas for the year 1906. The report shows returns from 2,008 industries with the total capital invested in the business of $86.054.463. ‘The cost of materia’s used in the manufacturing industry was $156,544.21 for the whole nun ber reporting, or an increase over 1905 of 45 per cent. The value of products was $207,789.92, or an in- crease over 1905 of 5.3 per cent. Health Board Wants More Money. —Dr. S. J. Crumbine, secretary of the state board of health, will ask the legislature for a large anpropria- tion for his department. He says that the campaign for pure food which he has begun will require the expenditure of a iarge amount of money, The legislature two years ago gave the board of health only $2,000 a year and Dr. Crumbine wants an appropriation nearly equal to that given the board of agricul- ture. The legislature will also be asked for an appropriation to estab- lish a chemical laboratory in Topeka for the examination of samples ot food, Officers to Attend Inaugural—Col. renyy “1. Moisineton, president of the Officers Association of the Kan: sas national guard, has called a meeting of the association in To peka, January 14, for the purpose o! permitting the officers to attend the inausural ceremonies and to discuss legislation which the guard will want this winter, Kansas Wheat in Good Shape. — Kansas wheat is goin~ into the win: ter in excellent condition according fo reports which F. D, Coburn, secre. tary of the state board of agricul ture, ts receiving from the _ seere- taries of county agricultural _socie ties. Every report which he has re ceived showing the condition of the grain during the month of Decem Ver says that the wheat is in better condition than it has been at thts ‘season for a uumber of years. The ‘growth of the plant has not been sc Vigorous, but the root is in good condition and there is moisture enough in every section of the state ‘except In & few of the northwestern counties to carry the wheat througt the winter. Piece of Glass Caused Her Doath, Mrs. C. H. Urben, wife of a farm er living near Osborne, died in the hospital at Concordia as the result o' ‘swallowing a piece of glass while eating canned peaches, | Head Severed From Body.—Steven A. Stapleton, an engine inspector for the Missouri Pacific at Wichita, wa: nm over by an engine and his head completely severed from his body. He was 48 years old and had becn in the employ of that road for over twenty. ‘two years. He leaves a wife and NOTED KANSAN DEAD DEATH WAS VERY UNEXPECTED Pneumonia Primarily the Cause — Democratic Leader — Was Late Candidate for Attorney General. Topeka, Kan., Jan. 10, — David “Qvermyer, one of the most promin. “ent Democrats in the west, died at his home here tonight, Mr. Overmy- er was candidate for attorney gen- eral on the Democratic ticket at the recent state election and was once candidate for governor. He was weli known as a lawyer in Kansas and neighboring states. The death of Mr. Overmyer was due primarily to pneumonia, from which he had suffered a relapse a week ago. Since that time his condition has grown worse until his sudden death, although it was thought that he was in no immediate danger when death occurred, Mr. Overmeyer died alone, although immediate members of the family were in the house at the time. Dr. May Steut was in the house at the time, having spent the early part of the evening at the Overmeyer residence. Several min- utes betore his death Mr, Overmey- er Was assisied to tue bath room and it was there death overtook him. Mrs. Overmieyer rapped on the door a short ume later but she received no answer. She called but there was no reply. Summoning David Overmeyer, Jr, she tid him that she could get no reply and tne son fearing the worst burst in the door and iound his tather lying dead on the fioor, With the aid of the other members of the family the body was carried to Mr. Overmeyer's room and Dr. Eva Harding, mr. Overmey- er's physician, was summoned, Dr, Stout was in the house at the time und pronounced Mr. Overmeyer dead when he was found, | George Overineyer, a son who had ‘been called to his office a few min- utes previous to his father’s death, Was notified aud arrived at the home a few minutes later. In the house at the time of Mr, Overmey- er's death were Mrs, David Over. myer, bis wife, David Overmyer, Jr, Miss Amy Gvermyer and Miss Grace Overiayer and Dr, Stout. While always prominent as a Democrat in Kansas, Mr, Overmyer had few emoluments in the way of ollice holding. These came, how- ever, before he joined the Demo- cratic party in the eurly ’S0s. He lo- cated in Topeka in the - year 1880 and took up the practice of law. Then he was a Republican, and was sent to the lowershouse of the lesisla- ture from Shawnee county. When the adoption of the prohibition amendment was made by the Kansas body of lawmakers he changed his polities. Since then he has been @ Democrat. Numerous times: he was nominated for high offices in the state, but each time, while popular outside his party, he was defeated. ARMY GETS THE MILLION. The House Committs- Refused to Strike Items From Bill, Washington, Jan, 10, — By a vote of 27 to 50 the house in committee of the whole today, having the army appropriation bill" under considera. tion, refused to strike out an item ‘of one million dollars for the pur- pose of paying the expenses of regi- menis, battalions, squadrons and batteries of the organized militia to participaie’ in such brigade or di- vision encampments as may be es- tablished for the field instruction of the troops of the regular army. Representative Hay of Virginia said that, so far as the mancuvers held in | Virginia were concerned, they were a farce. Senator Grosvenor of Ohio enliv- ened the house by relating the story of the encampment held last summer near bis home in Athens, 0. He said that aficr getting the regu- larg and militia isto camp they had two or three days’ maneuvers ond a sham batile, He said be had served four years and upward in the army at a time of active war and that with a single exception he had never seen any maneuver, either in camp or in battle, upon any of the maxnidcent plans and detail they undertook to perform at his home. Whistey and Cigars Gone. Eni, Okla., Jan. 10, — The saloon in connection with the Grand Ave nue Hotel was entered by burglars last night and about one hundred dollars’ worth of liquors and cigars taken. Entrance was effected through a side door. No arrests have been made but the burglars are supposed to be some of the local gentry. Quarantine Laws Broken. Guthrie, Okla., Jan. 10. — Deputy Gordon, in a commonieation today, notified ‘Territorial Livesto@s —In- spector Thomas Morris that he had arrested Mrs, Cance for violating the quarantine regulations by smug- ging cattle into Oklahoma near Cheyenne, Roger Mills county, from Sulphur 1. T. United States in- spector Brewer examined the cat- fle at Carnegie, found them infected and ordered the woman to return them, She disobeyed the order and was arrested and fined $100 at Chey- enne. ij Hoes u = ==<=|)| For Infants and Children. CASTOR [Ay The Kind You Have Hee ce ann |e a Pieeeeeese Always Bought | iigtesbartsanioreso |! 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The vice president said: “I have always had great curiosity to know why you deserted me that day.” The newspaper man hesitated for a moment, and then replied: “To tell you the truth, Mr. Vice President, you are a mighty dry source of news. You may have a nose for news, but I doubt it; at any rate, you never give upany. Now, when a newspaper man is gunning for big, live news he hasn't got time to stop and exchange small talk with a man, even if Ke be a sen- ator, who would not know the price of news if he saw it.” Mr. Fairbanks smiled. “I thank you for your frank. ness," he said. “I see | shall have to cultivate a nose for news.” Sihies Whise sick Dice ee No external remedy ever yet de- vised has so fully and unquestionably met these three prime conditions as successfully as Allcock’s Plasiers, ‘They are safe because they contain uo deleterious drugs and are manu- tactured upon scientific principles of medicine. ‘They are sure because nothing goes into them except ingre- dients which are exactly adapted to the purposes for which a plaster is re- quired. They are speedy in their ac- tion because their medicinal qualities go right to their work of relieving pain and restoring the natural and healthy performance of the functions of muscles, nerves and skin, Alleock's Plasters are the original and genuine porous plasters and like most meritorious articles have been extensively imitated, therefore always make sure and get the genuine. Oldest Chief Executive, Goy. Harris of Ohio is the oldest thief executive of any state in the anion, but is a very lively and potent mteger in the politics of the buckeye state. He is 71 years old and has the Aistinotion of having twice been lieu- tenant governor before being elevated to his present position by the death of Gov. Pattison.—Chicago Chronicle. |, with @ smooth iron and Defiance Starch, you can launder your shirt- dalst Just as well at home as the steam laundry can; it will have the proper stiffness and finish, there will be less wear and tear of the goods, and it will be a positive pleasure to use @ Starch that does not stick to the tron. Still Working for Humanity. ‘Tennie Claflin, as she was called be- fore she married an English lord and went to England to live in the ’70s, is back again in New York. Her agita- tlon now is to promote happier mar- -riages by lectures and informal enter- ‘tainments in churches. | Kinsmen of Immortal George. Many kindred of George Washing ton dwell on and about the origina Washington plantation in Westmore land county, Virginia. The present oc cupant of the plantation is name¢ George Washington. Had One Night of Liberty, Edward Trickett, fire warden and formerly chief of the fire department 1n Kansas City, retired a few days ago and for the first time in 31 years passed an entire night at his home. We daily influence each other for good or evil. Let us not be the occa sion of misleading others by our sil- ence when we ought to speak—J. H. ‘Seen, | AN IMPORTANT CASE Patient Cured of Ataxia Gives the Entire Credit to Dr. Williams? Pink Pills. ae Mrs. S. C. Wellock, of 114 Clevelan@ Avenue, Everett, Mass. the wife of an employe in the government works at Chelsea, says: “I had been troubled with nervous ness for ten years and the disease kept growing on me. ‘Then I learnod that I wes suffering from locomotor ataxia. I had terrible tremblings im my right leg which would get rigid and when this happened in the street I uad ty stand still until tt passed away to keep from falling. My right arm felt as if a thousand needles were pricking it, The sheet touching my knee in led would nearly cause me to scream out with pain and both knees were so weak I could hardly stand, “I had to use a cane and be helpe@ about by my son. Then the pain be gan to settie in the calves of my lege and the muscles became numb and quivered constantly. The cords um der my knees seemed to be drawn up tight and the terrible shooting paine in my legs Would nearly drive me In sane, My toes became numb and at times would prickle as if needles were being thrust Into them, My eyes be came dull and black spots floated be fore them. My heart was very weal. “My attention wes called to Dr. Williams’ Pink Pills and I bought sev. eral boxes right away and soon felt relief. I was so pleased that I kept on taking them until they cured me entirely, and I have had no symptome of the trouble for over a year.” Dr. Williams’ Pink Pills are sold by all druggists or sent, postpaid, on re ceipt of price, 50 cents per box, six hoxes $2.50, by the Dr. Williams Med- icine Company, Schenectady, N.Y. A booklet, entitled “Nervous Die orders,” sent free on request. Tallest American Soldier. The distinction of being the tallest man In the United States army be longs to Ernest D. Peck, a first New tenant in the engineer corps. He ie six feet four and a half inches te height. Lieutenant Peck ts a native of Wisconsin and was graduated trom the Oshkosh high school, Lieutenant Peck is now on duty at Yellowstone Park, Wyoming, and has superviseé the building of a military road knowm as Peek's Pike, He 1s called Pike's Peak by his comrades in the service, Whine from Henry James. Henry James, pursuing his theme, “The Speech of American Women,” speaks of a group of Boston young women, “all articulating as from sore mouths, all mumbling and whining and vocally limping and shuming as it were together.” He compares, also te its great disadvantage, a school where parents pay so much not to have thelr boys taught to speak as gentlemen, with one “beyond the sea, in whieb the proviso that the schoolmaster shall speak as a gentleman {s so abso Jutely vital.” 4 | Seon fort ends m- DODDS » R is 2 Se) Aaa 2 RG ed es | Nga Rie a | ESS | Seren oR Sa Pa tr SE ot er eg Pee ued His use: rl ; Stieetl ci $50.00 PER MONTH ‘tnotiong eerauen aire gone) erg 6 BLOATED WITH DROPSY. The Heart Was Badly Affected When the Patient Began Using Doan's Kidney Pills. Mrs. Elizabeth Maxwell, of 415 West Fourth street, Olympia, Wash., says: "For over three years I suffered with a dropsical condition without being aware that it was due to kidney trouble. The early stages were principally backache and bearing down pain, but I went along years I suffered with a dropical condition without being aware that it was due to kidney trouble. The early stages were principally backache and bearing down pain, but I went along without worrying much until dropsy set in. My feet and ankles swelled up, my hands puffed and became so tense I could hardly close them. I had great difficulty in breathing, and my heart would flutter with the least exertion. I could not walk far without stopping again and again to rest. Since using four boxes of Doan's Kidney Pills the bloating has gone down and the feelings of distress have disappeared." Sold by all dealers. 50 cents a box Foster-Milburn Co., Buffalo, N. Y. OLD CAPT. CACK'S QUESTION. Somewhat Pointed, But It Denoted Quick Intelligence. Pierce Jay, the commissioner of banks of Massachusetts, at the American Bankers' association's convention in St. Louis, advocated a better accounting system. "But above all," said Mr. Jay, in a discussion of his idea, "we want intelligence, if embezzlement is to be thoroughly put down. Systems are good, but intelligence is better, and in cashiers and tellers and book keepers and note clerks we want the same keen, quick intelligence that characterized old Capt. Hiram Cack, of Gloucester. "Cack lay very ill. One day he got down-hearted, feeling that his case was hopeless. "I fear, doctor,' he said, 'there isn't much hope for me.' "Oh, yes, there is,' the doctor an swered. 'Three years ago I was in your condition precisely, and look at me now.' "Cack, intelligent and alert, said quickly: 'What doctor did you have'" Owes Double Allegiance. Count Prosper D'Epinay, who has been decorated in Paris by the British ambassador with the Victorian Order, is in the odd position of being a British subject and yet a Frenchman at the same time. He was born in the island of Mauritius some 65 years ago. The island, of course, is inhabited by a French-speaking population and once formed part of the territories of France. Both the count's parents being French, the count is regarded in France as a Frenchman, but being born under the British flag he is just as surely a British subject. New York Philanthropist. Dr. Adelaide Wallerstein, rich young and handsome, has turned part of her elegant New York home into a physician's office. Here she devotes about six hours a day to practicing medicine, all the income so derived going to her charity work on the east side of the city. Mrs. Wallerstein is accomplished and socially prominent, but has given up most of her society pleasures for her professional and charitable work. Woman's Important Position An American woman, Mrs. John Leslie—familiarly known as Mrs. Jack Leslie—who was Leonie Blanche Jerome of New York, is inofficial adviser in fashion and dress of the duchess of Connaught and Princess Patricia, to the former of whom she is lady in waiting NEVER TIRES O1 the Food That Restored Her to Health. "My food was killing me and I didn't know the cause," writes a Colo. young lady. "For two years I was thin and sticky, suffering from indigestion and inflammatory rheumatism. "I had tried different kinds of diet, plain living, and many of the remedies recommended, but got no better. "Finally, about five weeks ago, mother suggested that I try Grape-Nuts, and I began at once, eating it with a little cream or milk. A change for the better began at once. "To-day I am well and am gaining weight and strength all the time. I've gained 10 lbs. in the last five weeks and do not suffer any more from indigestion and the rheumatism is all gone. "I know it is to Grape-Nuts alone that I owe my restored health. I still eat the food twice a day and never tire of it." Name given by Postum Co., Battle Creek, Mich. The flavor of Grape-Nuts is peculiar to itself. It is neutral, not too sweet and has an agreeable, healthful quality that never grows tiresome. One of the sources of rheumatism is from overloading the system with acid material, the result of imperfect digestion and assimilation. As soon as improper food is abandoned and Grape-Nuts is taken regularly, digestion is made strong, the organs do their work of building up good red blood cells and of carrying away the excess of disease-making material from the system. The result is a certain and steady return to normal health and mental activity. "There's a reason." Read the little book "The Road to Well ville" in pkgs. COST OF REFINING Mr. Webster an Oil Refuser at Humbolt, Kansas, Gives Testimony in Standard Ouster Suit. ONE HALF CENT A GALLON Oil Could Be Sold at a Profit for Five Cents—No Testimony Offered by the Alleged Combine. St. Louis, Jan. 8.—Hearing in the ouster case of the state against the alleged combination of the Standard, Republic and Waters-Pierce Oil com- panies were resumed Monday before Special Commissioner Anthony. A surprise was sprung by the defense as soon as the hearing was convened, when John D. Johnson, counsel for the Waters-Pierce company offered the minute book of the Waters-Pierce company with the statement that the respondents would rest their case provided the commissioner would if convenient to himself and counsel hear such cumulative evidence as the defense might wish to offer after counsel had refreshed their memories by reading over the records. This formal tender in evidence of the records of the proceedings of the directors and stockholders of the Waters-Pierce company from May 29, 1900, to June 22, 1905, being the joint act of the attorneys representing the Standard Oil company of Indiana, the Waters-Pierce Oil company of St. Louis, and the Republic Oil company of Ohio practically closed the defense to the juster proceedings. Comissioner Anthony gave the attorneys for the respondents until January 21 to decide whether they will offer any more testimony and the informants until February 1 to put in rebuttal testimony. Notwithstanding the action of the counsel for the defendant companies in practically resting the defense Attorney General Hadley put C. D. Webster, an independent refiner of Humboldt, Kan., on the stand. He was called to contradict testimony given by Mr. Moffitt of the Standard iol company during a previous hearing to the effect that the actual cost of refining oil, not including any other expense, was 14 to 13 cents per gallon. Mr. Webster testified Monday that one-half cent a gallon was the outside cost of refining even the heaviest quality of crude oil. He said that refined oil could be produced in Kansas City, including cost of crude oil and refining expenses, at not over 14 cents per gallon. He gave figures to show the exact cost of producing refined oil and said that while the price of refined oil in practically all other states is from 11 to 14 cents a gallon, the same oil is sold in Kansas for seven and one-half cents. "I sell to the St. Louis Oil company at six cents a gallon, delivered here," said the witness. "I have to pay a 17 cent freight rate from Humboldt to St. Louis. If I could get the six cent rate that the Standard gets from Whiting, Ind., to St. Louis I could sell refined oil here for five cents a gallon and get a satisfactory profit." The indications now are that the case will be heard by the supreme court at the April term. This case will have the precedence over all other cases at the first sitting of the court in banc at the April term, provide Commissioner Anthony gets in his report. In that event, a decision may be handed down early in the summer. MRS. MYERS GETS AN APPEAL. Judge Phillips Sends Her Case Again to the Supreme Court—Gov. Folk Grants Hottman a Respite. Kansas City, Jan. 8.—The case of Mrs. Aggie Myers is to go again to the United State supreme court Judge J. F. Phillips granted her appeal Monday morning from the decision of the court last Thursday in which Mrs. Myers was denied a writ of habeas corpus. Mrs. Myers and Frank Hottman were sentenced to hang next Thursday for the murder of Mrs. Myer's husband. Judge Philip's action will delay the execution of this sentence for at least six or eight months. According to precedent the appeal will act as a stay of execution. While it applies only to Mrs. Myers, the appeal doubtless will have the same effect in Hottman's case, as he is the chief witness against Mrs. Myers. Appeal ineyers Case. Jefferson City, Jan. 9.—Following the granting of an appeal to the federal court by Judge Phillips at Kansas City, Monday in the case of Aggle Myers, convicted of the murder of her husband, Governor Folk Monday night granted a respite of 90 days to Frak Hottman, convicted as Mrs. Myers' accomplice. Both were to have been hanged January 10. Congress to Investigate Collisions. Washington, Jan. 8.—Senator Carter introduced a joint resolution Monday providing for a joint committee of four senators and five members of the House to investigate and report to Congress before January 1, next, its finding as to the cause of collisions on railroads and the best means of obliving them. The committee is to sit during the recess of congress and to have a fund of $25,000 to defray expenses. You Look Prematurely Old Because of those ugly, grizzly, gray hairs. Use "LA CREOLE" HAIR RESTORER. Price, $1.00, retail. No muss or failures made with PUT-NAM FADLESS DYES; bright, beautiful colors a certainty. With too many people charity is more of a fad than a virtue. Smokers have to call for Lewis' Single Binder cigar to get it. Your dealer or Lewis' Factory, Peoria, Ill. And it's a sure thing that one can't be sure of anything in this world. PILES CURED IN 6 TO 14 DAYS. 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Y., district, for several years has taken delight in playing the role of Santa Claus to the pages and telephone and telegraph boys of the house. This year, as usual, his gifts to the youngsters consisted of two and five-dollar bills. Col. Andrus is worth $20,000,000, made out of the manufacture of pepsin. Proved Good Map of Business. While preaching in Pueblo, Col., a few years ago Rev. Edward J. Wilcox found himself in the embarrassing position of being unable to pay his debts. Knowing that if he stuck to the pulpit he would have small chance of getting even with the world, he quit preaching and went into the mining business. To-day he owns mines in Colorado worth $3,000,000, besides a great deal of other valuable property. STATE OF OHIO, CITY OF TOLEDO, ss. LOUISIANA COUNTY. FRANK J. CHENEK makes oath that he is senior partner of the firm of Toledo County Bank and Trusts of Toledo, County Bank and Trusts, and that said firm will pay the sum of ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS for each and every case of CATARRON that cannot be cured by the use of Knows Whom He Can Trust. Police Commissioner Bingham has learned one important fact that will be of aid to him in his official career. When he desires to get the exact facts about some large question that is to the front in New York city he calls in the newspaper reporters located at police headquarters and has a heart-to-heart talk. As one of them says: "He gets it straight, and so straight that not all the men of the force can fool him on that one point." Laundry work at home would be much more satisfactory if the right Starch were used. In order to get the desired stiffness, it is usually necessary to use so much starch that the beauty and fineness of the fabric is hidden behind a paste of varying thickness, which not only destroys the appearance, but also affects the wearing quality of the goods. This trouble can be entirely overcome by using Defiance Starch, as it can be applied much more thinly because of its greater strength than other makes. French President's Double. M. Fallieres was until recently believed to be the only president of the French republic who had no double, but his counterpart has been found. The man who most resembles him physically is a respectable merchant of the Rue Saint Honore, who plays his part with decorum and dignity. He wears exactly the same kind of blue butterfly necktie with white dots as the president, the same kind of hat and exactly so oddly cut a beard. And on his promenades he is always accompanied by a friend who could easily be taken for the president's private secretary. Dignified and with measured steps the enviable double walks through the Faubourg Saint Honore and feels overjoyed at being saluted on all sides. Comment That Stung. Comment That Stung. The marquis of Lansdown, leader of unionist peers in the British parliament, speaks rarely but always with effect. He revels in grave sarcasm. On one occasion Lord Crewe, the liberal leader, made a speech on a subject which he desired to leave a matter for open voting among his followers. Lord Lansdowne congratulated his friend on his eloquent speech. "I have followed it," he said, "with earnest attention not only on account of the importance of the subject but also on account of the noble lord's judicial attitude. I admired his earnestness and eloquence, but what impressed me most was his impartiality." A pause. "Yes, until the last minute I did not know on which side of the fence his lordship was coming down." STIFFNESS, STITCHES, LAMENESS, CRAMP, TWISTS AND TWITCHES, ALL DECAMP WHEN YOU APPLY ST. 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And even an orang-outang when deprived of its mango was so vexed that it took to weeping. There is little doubt, therefore, that animals do cry from grief or weep from pain or annoyance. ALMOST A SOLID SORE. Skin Disease from Birth—Fortune Spent on Her Without Benefit— Cured Her with Cuticura. "I have a cousin in Rockingham Co. who once had a skin disease from her birth until she was six years of age. Her father had spent a fortune on her to get her cured and none of the treatments did her any good. Old Dr. G—— suggested that he try the Cuticura Remedies which he did. When he commenced to use it the child was almost a solid scab. He had used it about two months and the child was well. I was there when they commenced to use your Cuticura Remedies. I stayed that week and then returned home and stayed two weeks and then went back and stayed with them two weeks longer, and when I went home I could hardly believe she was the same child. Her skin was as soft as a baby's without a scar on it. I have not seen her in seventeen years, but I have heard from her and the last time I heard from her she was well. Mrs.W. P. Ingle, Burlington, N. C., June 16, 1905." Made Much on Small Capital. Twenty-five years ago W. S. Wetham left the town of La Grange, Ga., with the munificent sum of one dollar in his pocket and landed in New York with nothing to his credit but his clothes and his character. The quality of the former does not matter and the quality of the latter has shown itself. He is to-day president of 75 banks, all but four of which are situated in his native state. In return for Georgia's small advance of 100 cents he has pretty well cornered her banking interests and has in keeping a goodly amount of her funds. The four banks of which he is president outside of the state of Georgia are situated in Florida. That an article may be good as well as cheap, and give entire satisfaction, is proven by the extraordinary sale of Defiance Starch, each package containing one-third more Starch than can be had of any other brand for the same money. Men having often abandoned what was visible for the sake of what was uncertain, have not got what they expected, and have lost what they had—being unfortunate for an enigmatical sort of calamity.—Demetrius Phalereus. Defiance Starch—Never sticks to the iron—no blotches—no blisters, makes ironing easy and does not injure the goods. A woman would do things to worry a rival than to afford herself pleasure. STIFFNESS, STITCHES TWISTS AND TWITCHES YOU A ST JACK O THE OLD-MONK-CURE Nothing pleases a homely woman so much as to have a man compliment her figure. TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY Take LAKERY HOMO Quinine Tablets. Drugs refund money if it fails to cure. E.W. GROVES' signature is on each box. 25c. Each wrinkle on a woman's brow represents an experience. 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Catarrh, even in persons who are otherwise strong, is a weakened condition of some mucous membrane. There must be something to strengthen the circulation, to give tone to the arteries, and to raise the vital forces. Perhaps no vegetable remedy in the world has attracted so much attention from medical writers as HYDRASTIS CANALENIS. The wonderful efficacy of this herb has been recognized many years, and is growing in its hold upon the medical profession. When joined with CUBEBS and COPAIBA a trio of medical agents is formed as Peruna which constitutes a specific remedy for catarrh that in the present state of medical progress cannot be improved upon. This action, reinforced by such renowned tonics as COLLINSONIA CANADENIS, CORYDALIS FORMOSA and CEDRON SEED, ought to make this compound an ideal remedy for catarrh in all its stages and locations in the body. From a theoretical standpoint, therefore, Peruna is beyond criticism. The use of Peruna, confirms this opinion. 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Year by year the age of the sand increased in volume and value, and till the Game Council Government freezes every bone set setting. The phenomenal increase in rail mileage to main lines and branches has put almost every position of the country within easy reach of churches, schools, markets, cheap fuel and every modern READERS of this paper des- tributed something advertised in its columns should insist upon having a task for, refusing all sub- stitutes or time limits. LUMBER AT METZ'S Corner Of 3rd & Main IF IT EVER HAPPENED YOU'LL FIND IT IN THE SEARCHLIGHT. WHY NOT SUBSCRIBE? Banner Mills CUSTOM GKINDING A Specialty ALL KINDS OF COAL & FEED PROENFOR BROOK, PROPS. 922 N. Main St. PEERLESS STEAM LAUNDRY Best Laundry In The City Phone 283 COFFEE & SUNS. Propag W. S. MENRION DRUGGIST 201 N. Main St. Wichita, Kans. W M Dunson Music Teacher Mandolin and Guitar Lessons At Reasonable Prices 302 West Murdock Ave Send the children -- Hours 6 to 9 p. m. G. J. 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MURRAY, Sole Prop. 303 South Hydraulic Avenue New Phone 985 Wichita - - Kansas Why not subscribe and pay for the Wichita Searchlight. It is more honorable than "spunging" on your neighbor. We will send you a copy to your door every week for only $1.00 per year. Do say and get what the race is doing. Special Bargains In seasonable winter goods throughout the store, in this JANUARY LEARANCE SALE Hoisery, Underwear, BlaEkets Carpets, Shoes, Coats, Suits Wool Dress Goods, etc., etc. Do Not Wait. - Come Now. BOSTON STORE 103.105.107 109 E. DOUGLAS AVE. WALLENSTEIN & COOK. IF IT EVER HAPPENED YOU'LL FIND IT IN THE SEARCHLIGHT. WHY NOT SUBSCRIBE? STRONG CITY NEWS. Miss Beatrice Burks returned home from her visit on Saturday and reported a grand time. We are glad to have you back, little lady, don't stay so long next time. Watch these columns for an account of the fair to be given by the W. M. S. Mr. C. N. Dell went to Newton on business Monday. N. Pennington returned to Hymer on Monday. C. H. Johnson made a flying trip to Saffordville Monday morning. On Sunday, January 6th, the members of the Second Baptist church elected their Sunday school officers as follows: W. M. Rattler, superintendent; Revena Blackwell, secretary; R. Lovell, Sr., Treasurer; R. Lovell, Jr., teacher class No. 1; Lulu T. Blackwell, teacher class No. 2. This school is second to none in the district and will give an account of itself at the association. Rev. W. S. Blake of Emporia will preach for us on the 13th. We are certainly glad to see Sister Ella Burks out. again. Be careful sister; we can't afford to lose you. One of our young men is rejoicing over what he received Saturday night last. Nuff said. To know what our people are doing you should subscribe for a race paper. The Searchlight is it. Bro. H. Cox who is Master of Mt. Lebanon Lodge No. 16 F. & A. M., did not get in on Saturday on account of the bad condition of the roads. Miss Nettie McLean will attend the Normal at Emporia. Continue little lady. You have the good wishes of the entire community. Miss Lulu Blackwell is contemplating an extended visit to Abilene. Hope not. The rock cruiser closed down for a short time and the boys are walking around in their Sunday logs. Sister M. DeVan is on the sick list this week. We are sorry to learn of the illness of Baby Bentley and wish her a speedy recovery. Mrs. Minnie Williams was in town last week and reported the rest of the family well. PEABODY NEWS. Miss Beatrice E. Young has returned home after spending Xmas week in Kansas City where she was royally entertained with dinners and dance parties by her former Leicester Institute friends. From Kansas City she went to Sodalia where she was the guest of the Tannehauser Club. January 2nd, and then she went to visit relatives and friends in St. Louis. Mo. She will long remember the royal time extended her by her many friends. NEWS OF GREAT BEND. We are sorry to say that our pastor Rev. J. H. Ralmy lost his beautiful dog by some unknown person giving it poison last Friday night. Charley Johnson left for Garden City Monday evening. Mrs. E. E. Whitefield lectured at the First Baptist church Wednesday afternoon and evening, January 2nd. Mrs. THE WICH TA SEARCHLIGHT Bargains e winter goods store, in this ARANCE SALE wear, BlaEkets Coats, Suits ods, etc., etc. - Come Now. Store E. DOUCEAS AVE WINHITA AT CITY HALL, NOL. LAWRENCE DEAN. OTTAWA, CAN. EMBRIDGE, N.J. PARSONS, N.Y. Whitefield's lecture was grand and the Baptists should be proud of such a noble woman. While in our city she was the guest of Rev. and Mrs. Raimey. The band boys' social was quite a success. All reported a fine time. Miss Anna Samuels was in the city last week. Miss Josephine Riley is the guest of Miss Irene Sellers for a few days. Rev. Brooks presiding elder of the A. M. E. church was in the city last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. John Rieley gave a six course dinner to about 40 guests last Thursday afternoon at their home nine miles south of Great Bend. Each one present acknowledged that Mr. and Mrs. Rieley were royal entertainers. Johnnie Sellers and Eddie Rucker returned to Western University last Sunday evening to resume their studies. Rev. and Mrs. Rainey spent a pleasant evening with Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Wells last Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Moses Johnson gave a lovely dinner consisting of seven courses to abut 3 guests last Sunday afternoon. The table was beautifully decorated with fruit. All present enjoyed a fine time. Mr. and Mrs. Johnson are royal entertainers. Queen Esthers Circle was royally entertained by Mrs. Mary White at her home on Morton Street. The Circle is under many obligations to Mrs. White as she is almost an invalid. After the regular form of business the hostess served a delicious two course luncheon. Rev. Alexander, pastor of the A. M. E. church, is conducting a series of meetings at his church. Rev. Ralmey preached an enjoyable sermon Sunday evening to his congregation. He also administered the Lord's supper. A LETTER FROM THE GRAND QUEEN MOTHER. Lawrence, Kan., Jan. 1, 1907. W. N. Miller, Editor of the Searchlight. Dear Editor:—Please allow me space in your paper in behalf of our Tents. Attention Dear Queen Mothers of the Kansas-Nebraska Jurisdiction. I would like to say to the faithful that I have heard from them that they are doing fairly well. But my dear Queen Mothers, there are so many that I have not heard from since the Grand Session. Are we up and doing our duty and trusting in him who said, "I will be with you always." If so then let me hear from you as there has been two quarters past and I have not heard from some of our best and most faithful Tents. Please let me know that you are carrying on the good work of the order. As I hope and trust you are. I am yours in the great work. JENNIE ALEXANDER, G. Q. M. ARKANSAS CITY, KAN. A grand time occurred at the Pyrimid hall on New Year's night, the occasion being the annual installation of Masonic officers, and a big supper. At he home of the bride's mother Wednesday at 2:00 o'clock p. m., occurred the marriage of Mr. Elijah Ampy of Bangor, Mich., to Miss Effie Sawyer of this city, Rev. Guy officiating. Only relatives were present. They left Wednesday night for their future home in Bangor, Mich., accompanied by her sister Essie and the groom's brother. The farewell reception given in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Lewis was given by the young people at Pyrimid hall Friday night. They expect to leave Sunday for Colorado. Mrs. G. W. Smothers and Mrs. G. Banks entertained at dinner the Miss Sawyers, Mr. Dell Sawyer and Messers Ampys New Year's day. Mrs. C. H. Carpenter entertained at dinner Wednesday the following: Mr. and Mrs. Guy, Mr. and Mrs. P. B. Andrews, Mr. and Mrs. B. D. Andrews, Miss S. F. Andrews and Miss Necie Andrews. Mrs. P. B. Andrews served an elegant three course dinner Thursday to the following guests: Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Carpenter, Mr. and Mrs. B. D. Andrews, Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Mitchell, and Miss Cora Carpenter. Mr. B. D. Andrews left at 8:50 o'clock for his home in Okamulga, Okla. Mr. Johnson of Independence, Ind., is visiting Mr. and Mrs. Garnett. Mrs. Allen Brown from Winfield was down visiting friends this week. Mr. and Mrs. Clay Williams of Newkirk and Mrs. Chanler of Colwell are visiting in the city this week. F. L. West left Sunday morning for Topeka where he expects a situation at the State House. We wish him success. Mrs. Linie Harper was granted a divorce from Mr. Fred Harper by the district court at Winfield and her maiden name was restored. Death claimed the infant daughter r of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Young Sunday morning between 11 and 12 o'clock. It was only a week and two days old. SENDS GREETINGS TO ALL. Topeka, Kan. Jan. 7th, 1907. Greetings to Kansas and Nebraska Tabernacles. While time nor tide wait for no man the years roll on. And again I send you my annual greeting, wishing you a happy New Year and a prosperous year's work. Let us do more this year than we did last year, is the prayer of your humble servant. EMMA GAINES. C. G. P. DENY THE CONSPIRACY. Fort Reno, Okla.—That there is, or has been, a plot on the part of the soldiers of the Twenty-fifth infantry (colored), recently discharged by order of the president following the trouble at Brownsville, Texas, to assassinate the white officers at the fort was denied tonight by Major Penrose, commanding officer. Major Penrose scouted as absurd the idea that the officers go heavily armed in anticipation of an attack. DID HE ATTEMPT SUICIDE. Several men in army circles are expressing themselves in the belief that the shooting of Capt. Macklin in El Reno recently was not done by anyone save the Captain himself. The claim is made that this is a case of attempted suicide. It is said that Macklin attempted suicide rather than stand court martial in regards to the Brownville affair. Mr. Wilson Loses. Washington, Jan. 8.—The case of Wilson versus the secretary of the treasury in which Wilson challenged the right of the secretary to pay the money necessary to secure the title of the French company to the Panama Canal property was decided by the supreme court of the United Statse Monday adversely to Wilson's contentions. Father and Son Drowned. Perry, Ok, Jan. 8.—Jasper Montue, a negró, aged 50, and his 11-year-old boy were drowned Sunday below town in Cow creek. They started across a footlog wren the lad fell in, and the father jumping in after him. The boy held on to the father, who sank, the boy following him. Almena, Kan., Scorched. Almena, Kan., Jan. 8.—An early morning fire destroyed six buildings and damaged others. Included in the loss was the First State Bank, two drug stores, a grocery store and an empty building. The amount of the loss is not known, though quite heavy. There was partial insurance. New Mexico Convention. Santa Fe, N. M., Jan. 8.—The New Mexico constitutional convention, consisting of delegates elected at the November election, convened Monday to draft a constitution to submit to congress, with a plea for immediate admission to statehood. Wyoming Banker Killed. Cheyenne, Wyo., Jan. 8.—News has reached here that W. Dean Hayes, a well known banker of Meeteeats Wyo. was shot and killed at that place by W. L. Smithson, an attorney. The cause of the shooting is unknown. Both men have been prominent in politics. Some people never get out of the world of pennies into the world of dollars. Excellence Counts..... THEN USE..... "U - KNEAD - IT" FLOUR It excels in every respect,—color, flavor, and pounds of bread per barrel. MADE BY Watson Mill Co. WICHITA, KANSAS DEAM ABSTRACT IN NORTH-WEST CORNER OF THE COURT HOUSE Bonded Abstractors Let us try your next order In The Grocery Line 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. Kernan & Co., 102 E. Douglas Pone 85 L. S. NAFTGER, W. R. TUCKER, President Vice President J. M. MOORE, Cashier Fourth National Bank Directors—W. R. Tucker, W. E. Jett, R. L Humes, S. B. Amidon, B. F. Me Lean, J. M. Moore, L. S Nattagor, E H. Middleauff, O. Z. Smith. General Banking Business Transacted CHITA NSAS Dr.J.E. Farmer, Physician and Surgeon -Diseases of- Women and Children A Specialty New Phone 936 Office 517 N. Main St HOUCK Hardware store First Class Goods at Lowest Price, 116 East Douglas Avenue FORD'S HAIR POMADE Formerly known as "OZONIZED OX MARROW" SO KINKY or CURLY HAIR that it can be put up in any style desired consistent with its The Ozonized Ox Marrow Co. None genuine without my signature Charlie Ford Street 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Ill. Agents wanted everywhere. H. Wells and J. Rucker of Topeka are in the city. Red Front RACKET The People's Economy Store Sample Shoes 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 Tapp & Hanshaw Phone 257 255-257 N. Main A Sir D. L. Taylor 329 East Center SALINA, KANSAS Designer and Builder of Tent Houses. Prices in reach of all. Write for particulars TO-DAY. R A FOOL and his money are soon paated. The man who pays out his good money for inferior building material is foolish. Buy the BEST. We sell it. Have you seen the latest building material? It is our Cement Building Stone. The longer it wears, the harder it gets PHONE 496 J.H. TURNER WCIMTA, KANS. 333 TO 547 WEST DOUGLAS 777—IN SOLO DEO SALUS—333. NOTICE PALATIUMS. Rev. Paul L. Giles, P. P. of Light of the West Palatium No. 1, and also G. P. P., is doing good work in his Palatium and is sending letters to all C. M., advising them to organize Palatiums in their cities. Address, REV. PAUL L. GILES. 148 W. Pierce. Council Bluffs, Iowa. Where you can get your Silk Waist Woolen Skirt or Coat or Husband's Suit cleaned and pressed, or your faded goods Dyed, and get the best work done by improved appliances and skilled workmen. THE OLD & CLEANING WORKS Fine Dry Cleaning Steam Cleaning Steam Dyeing & Repairing. O. K. DYE White, Plumes, Cleaned Properly Bleached and Curled. Stock of Ladies' and Gents second hand Clothing for sale very cheap, at retail or in job lots. Goods called for and delivered promptly E. G. HANSON, Prop. 330 N. Main Street. Phope 2003. APPROPRIATION FOR ENFORCEMENT THE NATION'S FOOD SIMMONS WILL BE SPEAKER Republican Caucus of Kansas Legislature Makes Nomination. Topeka, Kan. — The members of the house of representatives of the Kansas state legislature were nearly all in Topeka Monday night for the biennial session of that body, which commences here at noon Tuesday and lasts for 50 days. The coming session will without doubt be one of the most interesting in the history of the state, as the legislature will be called upon to take action on a score of important pieces of reform legislation and will also elect a successor to United States Senator A. W. Benson. There are half a dozen active candidates, including Senator Benson, in the field, aside from various persons who have been mentioned as possibilities, but who have not been conducting active campaigns. The first business to come before the legislature Tuesday will be the reading of the message of Gov. E. W. Hoch, which will be transmitted to both houses shortly after 12 o'clock. At a caucus of the republican members of the house of representatives to select the party nominees for speaker of the house John S. Simmons of Dighton was selected on the first ballot as the party nominee. Simmons received 45 votes. Stannard 28 and Lelub 17, two members not voting. Selection by the caucus is equivalent to election to the office, as the republican majority in the house is overwhelming. Arrest in Macklin Case. El Reno, Ok. — Corporal Knowles, company A, of negro 25th infantry has been arrested at Fort Reno, on the charge of shooting Captain Macklin who was captain of discharged negro company of 25th infantry. Hunters Sunday found a blood stained khaki blouse near target creek on the military reservation and in the same direction from Fort Reno that the trail was taken by bloodhounds when put on the trail of Capt. Macklin's assailant. The blouse had a bullet hole through the cuff. Knowles was found to have a bullet wound on his arm at a point where the hole was in the blouse. Japs Will Eat Whale Meat. Victoria, B. C. — Reports of the Joya Shokai, a Japanese company of Nagasaki, have arrived here to contract for a supply of 560 tons monthly of whale meat which it is said will be used for food purposes. Here, before the flesh has been converted for cartons, Interstate Commerce Cimmission Inquiry Developes Facts Regarding Harriman Lines. New York. — Modern methods of combining and consolidating mammoth railway systems and extending the principle of community of interest were investigated here Friday at great length by the interstate commerce commission which began an inquiry into the so-called Harriman lines. The commission goes next week to Chicago. Several other cities may be visited before all the desired testimony is in the hands of the government representatives, whose object is to determine whether any of the railroads of the country are consolidated or combined in restraint of trade. At Friday's session it was brought out and admitted that the Union Pacific railroad company, the Southern Pacific company, the Oregon Short line and the Oregon Railroad & Navigation company are practically under the same administration, Mr. Harriman appearing as president of each company, with only slight variations in the lists of other officers. Lynes Made False Statement. Topeka—I has developed that John Lynes, the 18-year-old telegraph operator at Volland, whose failure to deliver a dispatcher's order caused the disastrous wreck between Volland and Alta Vista, deceived the Rock Island officials in his application for employment, on file here. In this application Lynes made the statement that he was born in 1883, which would make him in his 24th year. The fact that he was only 18 did not become known to the railway officials until he made a sworn statement after his arrest. Mrs. Myers Gets An Appeal. Kansas City, Mo. — The case or Mrs. Aggie Myers is to go again to the United States supreme court. Judge J. F. Philips granted her appeal Monday morning from the decision of the court last Thursday in which Mrs. Myers was denied a writ of habeas corpus. Following the granting of an appeal Governor Folk Monday night granted a respite of 90 days to Frank Hottman, convicted as Mrs. Myers' accomplice. Both were to have been hanged January 10. Reprieve for Aggie Myers. Jefferson City, Mo. — To prevent complications should the supreme court of the United States refuse to grant Mrs. Aggie Myers, now under death sentence for the murder of her husband, a new trial, Governor Folk Tuesday night issued a reprieve for ninety days. Mrs. Myers was to have been hanged January 10. This action was taken on the advice of the attorney general. KNIGHTS AND DAUGHTERS OF TABOR. Tabernacles. REV. FRANK WILSON, C. G. M. 943 Everett, Kansas City, Kas. MRS. EMMA GAINES, C. G. P. 1170 Filmore avenue, Topeka, Kas. Miss Jennie Alexander, G. Q. M. 918 Penn St., Lawrence, Kansas QUEEN MOTHER KAN Miss Jannie Ale 948 Penn., Lawren Lillie Hardin, 00 enue, N. Topeka, K Hester Cornish, 9 N. Topeka, Kansas. Jennie Sellers, 1 street, Omaha, Nel 1. Mrs. S. Williams, 1309 N 10th St. Kansas City, Kansas. 2. Mrs. Sarah Crisp, 615 South Chestnut St. Iola, Kan. 3. Mrs. Carrie Douglass, 1722 Sixth avenue, Council Bluffs, Iowa. 3. Mrs. Mary Burbridge, 514 N. Wichita St., Wichita, Kan. 4. Mrs. Laura Williams, 625 4th St., Cherryvale, Kansas. 5. Mrs. Mary Burdett, 819 N. 1st. street, Atchison, Kansas. 6. Mrs. Addie Glaspie, 128 Mulberry street, Ottowa, Kansas. 7. Mrs. Lillian Shobe, 336 Santa Fe street, Salina, Kansas. 8. Mrs. Nancy Fax, 505 N. Santa Fe St. Foffeyville, Kansas. 11 Mrs. Paulina Woodfork, 823 Freeman Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. 12 Mrs. C. March, 515 Nebraska Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. 14 Mrs. May R. Freeman, 105 S. Locust St., Pittsburg, Kansas. 15 Mrs. S. S. Furlough, box 405, Weir City, Kansas. 16 Mrs. Hattie Collins, 1001 S. Forest, avenue, Parsons, Kansas. 17 Mrs. A. Masie, 615 Barbee, Ft. Scott, Kan. 20 Mrs. Bessie Hall, 406 Horton, Ft. Scott, Kansas. 20 Mrs. S. Montaque, 403 Kickapoo St., Leavenworth, Kan. 24 Mrs. Cherry Brilley, E. 12th St., Coffeyville, Kansas. 28 Mrs. Della Dorsey, 716 S. 15th St., Parsons, Kansas. 29 Mrs. Percilia Lee, 720 Cheyenne St., Leavenworth, Kansas. 82. Mrs. Adda Birthright, 114 West Broadwav, Butte, Montana. 83. Mrs. Phannie Corneal, Box 384, Alliance, Neb. 84. Mrs. Mattie Miller, 335 West 15th, Wichita, Kan. 85. Mrs. Adah Lewis, 1603 Archer Av., South Omaha, Nebraska. 87. Mrs. Mary Robinson, 104 South and street, Aichison, Kansas. 88. Mrs. Laura Lee, Weir City, Kan. 89. Mrs. Cora Yeager, 928 Main, Lawrence, Kansas. 90. Mrs. Lizzie Stone, 1147 Ann ave., Kansas City, Kansas. 97. Mrs. A. Pickans, 259 E. 15th, Topeka, Kan. 98. Mrs. Francis Hardeman, 1801 Kansas avenue, Topeka, Kans. 99. Mrs. Blanche E. Alston, 2215 Pacific, Omaha, Neb. 91 Mrs. Ella Golden, 310 Norte 12th St., Omaha, Nebraska. 92. Mrs. Alice Grant, 401 South 8th street, Lincoln, Nebraska. 93. Mrs. Ida M. Jordan, 903 Western Ave., N. Topeka, Kan. 777 C. M'S ADDRESSES 333. TEMPIES. Number 1 William M. Watkins, box 2062, Weir City, Kansas. 2 Thomas Henry, Coffeyville, Kans. 3 Mr. William H. Barnes, 819 L. St., Atchison, Kan. 4 Andrew Herrold, Sherman Flats, Omaha, Neb. 6 M. E. Bird, 3014 Hewett, Everett, Kansas City, Kan. 7 J. C. Coffee, 1455 N. Mosley, Wichita, Kansas. 8. Rev. M. Wooten, 416 W. Third st., Ft. Scott, Kansas. 10 Frank Smith, 420 3rd Ave., Leavenworth, Kansas. 11. W. N. Miller, 601 N. Main street. Searchlight office, Wichita. 13 Lee Holiday, 728 S. 20th St., Parsons, Kansas. 15. E. W. Garvice, North 1st street, Salina, Kansas. 16 Richard Clark, 420 N. 25th St. S. Omaha, Neo. Coffeyville, Kansas. 17. Rev. Allen Garner, 704 E. 12th st. 18 Jarree Thomas, 218 W 1st, South St., Salt Lake City, Utah. 19. C. Paris, 948 Penn. street, Lawrence, Kansas. 25 Edward Henderson, 1917 N. 3rd St., Kansas City, Kan. 59 S. W. Pasker, 1156 Buchanan Tepeka, Kan. 60 James Scott, 1404 Van Buren Tepeka, Kan. 71 J. W. Bedell, 2127 So. 10th St. Lincoln, Neb. 536 Albert Graves, 90 Charles St., Deadwood, South Dakota. NOTICE—Send your news in the early part of the week, which will insure its publication. The earlier the better. Editor. Let the colored people get together and stay together for their own material good. FOR SALE—Furnished rooming house in Kansas City, fine location. For particulars see Mrs. M. Ivory, 132 South Mosely avenue, Wichita, Kan. QUEEN MOTHERS OF TENTS IN KANSAS. Miss Jannie Alexander, G. Q. M., 948 Penn, Lawrence, Kansas. Lillie Hardin, 006 South Fifth avenue, N. Topeka, Kansas. Hester Cornish, 911 Western avenue, N. Topeka, Kansas. Jennie Sellers, 1438 N. Eighteenth street, Omaha, Neb. Eliza Robinson, 1801 Kansas avenue, Topeka, Kansas. Mollie Spencer, 502 V street, Atchison, Kansas. Maggie Robinson, 911 Everett avenue, Kansas City, Kansas. Louise Verder, 813 Jersey, Lawrence, Kansas. A. O. Murrell, 451 S. Fourth street, Salina, Kansas. Mary Hopkins, 903 West B, North Topeka, Kansas. H. H. Adkins, Weir City, Kansas. Lettie Hill, 429 N. Wichita street, Wichita, Kansas. Amy Lane, 1422 E. Appleton street, Parsons, Kansas. Annie Edwards, 944 Everett, Kansas City, Kansas. Laura Smith, 308 E. Eleventh, Coffeyville, Kansas. enworth, Kansas. Ada Gilbert, 405 N. Santa Fe, Cof- Ella McKinnle, 217 Sherman, Lea- A NEGRO'S VIEW Rev. C. O. Smith, Himself an Ex-Soldier, Makes Statement. Editor SearchLight: The colored people of this velfemin have not as yet forgotten that it has only been a few months since language was inadequate to express our love and appreciation for President Roosevelt, and while we deplore his drastic action taken in the Brownville case, yet we cannot, with justice to the president, say that he has been partial or unfair in his dealing heretofore with the colored man. We believe that Ben Tillman, the United States Senator, who boasts in the halls of the congress of these United States of his murderous conduct, associated with Vardiman, Jeff Davis, Thomas Dixon and other southern demagogues, has made some very ungentlemanly and untimely remarks about our noble president, Theodore Roosevelt with whom he discerned a mighty stream of superiority over any one of the above named. We cannot afford in justice to W. T. Vernon, an educator and a Negro of whom all Kansas is proud, to assault by words, deeds or actions the Republican party or its gallant leader, a party that has always been loyal to the Negro for a single mistake, (if indeed it is a mistake?) W. J. Bryan in an interview respecting the discharged troops said that the men were not all guilty but the regiment should have been discharged. He said that he did not care to pass judgment until some of the facts were available. Think of that judgment already passed, compare his attitude with that of President Roosevelt! Bryan wants to disband a regiment consisting of twelve companies, or quite 1,200 men for what seven or eight men could have or may have done in a battalion consisting of three companies or 300 men. If any man or body of men of the gallant 25th infantry after a fair and impartial investigation be found guilty of committing the atrocious crime they are now charged with, we invite the extent of the law and justice, we see nothing in this case that would justify any abusive attitude toward the Republican party of its leader, for if you fly to the uttermost part of the South, you will find rebels there; if to the North, you will find some Democrats there and if we miss the Kingdom of God and go to the greedy jaws of hell we will find Ben Tillman there, or he will be on the way. Thus if we turn our face from the men of the fourteenth and fifteenth amendments, pray tell me, whither shall we go? C. O. SMITH Late First Sergeant B Troop, Tenth United States Cavalry. WHITE MAN HELD FOR RAPING SIX-YEAR-OLD COLORED GIRL. Under the heading of "Accused of Attacking Colored Girl," in very small type, the following report was published in the Washington Post: Cumberland, Md., Jan. 2.—A. R. Morgan, a stationary fireman, was held for the action of the grand jury this afternoon by Justice Humbird on the charge of assault on the six-year-old daughter of Harry Males, Colored. He was sent to jail in default of bail. Anyone who tries to get superior results from inferior methods, from cheapness in quality of material or service, deludes himself. Gossip of Washington Interesting Information Gathered at the Nation's Capital—Supreme Justice Moody's Interview with the Court Modiste—President to Cleanse City's Underworld. WASHINGTON.—One of the first acts of Attorney General Moody after being sworn in as a member of the supreme court of the United States was to have an interview with the court modiste. Washington boasts of a modiste "by appointment" to the court, but, unlike the dressmakers of European courts, this particular modiste caters only to men, and among men only to the justices of the supreme court of the United States. Naturally, her business is not large enough to employ assistants, but her patronage is distinguished. The supreme court is the greatest stickler for precedent in the country. It is one of the customs of the court that a justice shall be measured for his black silk gown only after he has been sworn in. When Mr. Moody ascended the bench for the first time he wore a leftover gown of a brother justice, but within a few days he put on a brand-new silk gown, cut and made in accordance with the prevailing supreme court fashion. Only one woman knows the trick of making these gowns, and she has been at it for years. for the first time he wore a leftover gown of a b few days he put on a brand-new silk gown, cut at the prevailing supreme court fashion. Only one making these gowns, and she has been at it for It is not known whether a new justice goes training as women are coached in the manipul presentation, but the solemn procession to the be undignified movement. Mr. Moody will pay $100 for his gown. But a new one until he is promoted to be chief just out. The gown of the chief justice is distinguis clate justice by being made of Chinese satin in ever the chief justice swears in a president he self with a new gown in honor of the occasion. a leftover gown of a brother justice, but within a old-nilk silk gown, eut and made in accordance with court fashion. Only one woman knows the trick of she has been at it for years. Other a new justice goes through some preliminaryached in the manipulation of a court train before an procession to the bench is never marred by any 100 for his gown. But he will not have to order moted to be chief justice, as a gown never wears chief justice is distinguished from that of an assode of Chinese satin instead of black silk. Whenears in a president he is expected to provide himonor of the occasion. It is not known whether a new justice goes through some preliminary training as women are coached in the manipulation of a court train before presentation, but the solemn procession to the bench is never marred by any undignified movement. Mr. Moody will pay $100 for his gown. But he will not have to order a new one until he is promoted to be chief justice, as a gown never wears out. The gown of the chief justice is distinguished from that of an associate justice by being made of Chinese satin instead of black silk. Whenever the chief justice swears in a president he is expected to provide himself with a new gown in honor of the occasion. SOCIETY HAS GOOD JOKE ON MOODY. Speaking of Moody, Washington society is having a little fun, and not altogether quiet fun at his expense. The joke is thought to be better than anything else that has come along since a great New York paper printed the pictures of Count du Chambruin and several other Washington diplomats and labeled them with the names of the cooks of several families of wealth. Another great newspaper has reproduced photographs taken at the West Point-Annapolis football game, and the pictures are adding to the gayety of the representatives of many nations. One of these pictures shows the new supreme justice sitting in a box at the football contest with a remarkably beautiful young woman at his side. The picture is labeled "Attorney General Moody and Daughter." As Mr. Moody is a confirmed old one of society are to smiling inclined, and when happens in the signs of amusement are not confined. There is another picture which shows a mostibly 18 years old. Under the picture one read Mrs. Robert Shaw Oliver, wife of the assistant, however, shows the happy and winning co-daughter of Sir Henry Mortimer Durand, the Bri. In yet another picture there appears the formingly youthful officer of cavalry. From the cap dashing young cavalryman is Gen. Robert Shaw tary of war. Gen. Oliver is a veteran of several of young Phil Sheridan. Fame certainly comes to Mr. Moody in the which represents a field box at the game, and the picture tells that the box is the one occupied Moody." As the world knows, Mr. Moody has a navy for several years. The box was the one use assistant secretary of the navy, who represented ball game in the absence of Secretary Charles J. Speaking of Moody, Washington society is having a little fun, and not altogether quiet fun at his expense. The joke is thought to be better than anything else that has come along since a great New York paper printed the pictures of Count du Chambram and several other Washington diplomats and labeled them with the names of the cooks of several families of wealth. Another great newspaper has reproduced photographs taken at the West Point-Annapolis football game, and the pictures are adding to the gayety of the representatives of many nations. One of these pictures shows the new supreme justice sitting in a box at the football contest with a remarkably beautiful young woman at his side: The picture is labeled "Attorney General Moody and Daughter." As Mr. Moody is a confirmed old Moody is a confirmed old bachelor, the unregenerate king inclined, and when the former attorney general usurement are not confined to smiles. Are which shows a most charming young girl, poser the picture one reads that, it is the likeness of wife of the assistant secretary of war. The piehappy and winning countenance of Miss-Durand, timer Durand, the British ambassador; there appears the form and the face of an exceednaval. From the caption it is learned that the is Gen. Robert Shaw Oliver, the assistant secreta a veteran of several wars. The picture is that to Mr. Moody in these pictures. There is one box at the game, and the inscription placed upon box is the one occupied by "Secretary of the Navy shows, Mr. Moody has not been secretary of the box was the one used by Truman H. Newberry, navy, who represented the department at the foot of Secretary Charles J. Bonaparte. and Daughter." As Mr. Moody is a confirmed old bachelor, the unregenerate ones of society are to smiling inclined, and when the former attorney general happens in the signs of amusement are not confined to smiles. There is another picture which shows a most charming young girl, possibly 18 years old. Under the picture one reads that it is the likeness of Mrs. Robert Shaw Oliver, wife of the assistant secretary of war. The picture, however, shows the happy and winning countenance of Miss Durand, daughter of Sir Henry Mortimer Durand, the British ambassador. In yet another picture there appears the form and the face of an exceedingly youthful officer of cavalry. From the caption it is learned that the dashing young cavalryman is Gen. Robert Shaw Oliver, the assistant secretary of war. Gen. Oliver is a veteran of several wars. The picture is that of young Phil Sheridan. Fame certainly comes to Mr. Moody in these pictures. There is one which represents a field box at the game, and the inscription placed upon the picture tells that the box is the one occupied by "Secretary of the Navy Moody." As the world knows, Mr. Moody has not been secretary of the navy for several years. The box was the one used by Truman H. Newberry, assistant secretary of the navy, who represented the department at the football game in the absence of Secretary Charles J. Bonaparte. ROOSEVELT TO RID CAPITAL OF SLUMS. Washington is to be cleared up. Before leaving the White House the president expects to inaugurate a programme which will rid the capital city of the slum districts, which, according to the report of a special commissioner employed by the president, are worse from the standpoint of morality and cleanliness than similar areas in New York, Chicago, or any of the other large American cities. No expense is to be spared in this improvement, which is to be one of the most comprehensive in the general plan of making Washington the ideal "city beautiful." "Already one bill has been introduced that calls for an expenditure of 100,000; though the ultimate completion of the plan will call for it will be wiped out of existence is the site of the men. Hooker's men during the civil war. List of James E. Reynolds, of New York, who made president, this place is the most undesirable in the has been greatly aroused by the Reynolds report polish these conditions at any cost and it is expect- the subject of a special message to congress in the to wipe out this blot by a government purchase lies south of Pennsylvania avenue, abutting the new Municipal building on the north and be- te House lot on the west by the width of Fifteenth ed blind alleys, filthy negro hovels, dives of all gregated into that section until it has become one in the country. At night everything is wide open, of quiet criticism aimed at the president because action looking to the cleaning up of this section, view from the White House windows. While he ams and improvements in such conditions in the printed out that it would be a good thing to begin right here in Washington. double that amount. The special section that will be wiped out of former camp occupied by Gen. Hooker's men during According to the report of James E. Reynolds the investigation for the president, this place is a city. President Roosevelt has been greatly aroused and he is determined to abolish these conditions and that he will make this the subject of a special near future. It is planned to wipe out this blot of the entire section which lies south of Pennsy post office department and the new Municipal busing separated from the White House lot on the west street. Mr. Reynolds discovered blind alleys, filthy kinds which have been segregated into that sect of the worst plague spots in the country. At nig. There has been a lot of quiet criticism aimed he had failed to take any action looking to the which is almost in plain view from the White has been suggesting reforms and improvements lager cities, it has been pointed out that it would the cleaning-up process right here in Washington The special section that will be wiped out of existence is the site of the former camp occupied by Gen. Hooker's men during the civil war. According to the report of James E. Reynolds, of New York, who made the investigation for the president, this place is the most undesirable in the city. President Roosevelt has been greatly aroused by the Reynolds report and he is determined to abolish these conditions at any cost and it is expected that he will make this the subject of a special message to congress in the near future. It is planned to wipe out this blot by a government purchase of the entire section which lies south of Pennsylvania avenue, abutting the post office department and the new Municipal building on the north and being separated from the White House lot on the west by the width of Fifteenth street. Mr. Reynolds discovered blind alleys, filthy negro hovels, dives of all kinds which have been segregated into that section until it has become one of the worst plague spots in the country. At night everything is wide open. There has been a lot of quiet criticism aimed at the president because he had failed to take any action looking to the cleaning up of this section, which is almost in plain view from the White House windows. While he has been suggesting reforms and improvements in such conditions in the lager cities, it has been pointed out that it would be a good thing to begin the cleaning-up process right here in Washington. HISTORIC LONG BRIDGE TO BE REPLACED. Long bridge, the historic old wooden structure across the Potomac, connecting link between the capital and the south, is being torn down. A modern steel bridge has been completed to take its place. With the bridge will go one of the oldest landmarks around the city. Every period in the history of the capital draws some of its interest from the framework of the old structure. In the war of 1812, when it was reported that the British fleet was approaching the capital, thousands of volunteers from southern states rushed across the bridge to defend Washington. Many first families of Virginia moved bag and baggage to this city when it was said the British were coming. In the civil war the first soldiers of the fede crossed the bridge. For many days after the on a company of Rhode Island soldiers guarded the Washington Light infantry occupied the Virginia. On the day of the battle of Bull Run thousand army, routed and disorganized, retreated to the co followed almost to the Potomac by the confederate bridge on that day was blocked with the fleeing and carriages of officials at Washington who hadness the battle. Many of them narrowly escaped Veterans of the Army of the Potomac under In the war of 1812, when it was reported that the British fleet was approaching the capital, thousands of volunteers from southern states rushed across the bridge to defend Washington. Many first families of Virginia moved bag and baggage to this city when it was said the British were coming. first soldiers of the federal army to enter Virginia many days after the outbreak of hostilities in 1861 and soldiers guarded the Washington end while the occupied the Virginia end. Title of Bull Runs thousands of men from the federalized, retreated to the capital by way of the bridge, totomac by the confederates. The roadway of theocked with the fleeing union soldiers and horses at Washington who had driven into Virginia to witten narrowly escaped capture. Title of the Potomac under Gen. Meade, May 23, 1865, to their homes in the north. On the followingdays of the Army of Tennessee and Georgia, withad, entered the city. Used by the Southern railway, the Chesapeake & East line for southern traffic. The bridge was orig. 199, and cost $100,000. It has several times beenice. In the civil war the first soldiers of the federal army to enter Virginia crossed the bridge. For many days after the outbreak of hostilities in 1861 a company of Rhode Island soldiers guarded the Washington end while the Washington Light infantry occupied the Virginia end. On the day of the battle of Bull Run thousands of men from the federal army, routed and disorganized, retreated to the capital by way of the bridge, followed almost to the Potomac by the confederates. The roadway of the bridge on that day was blocked with the fleeing union soldiers and horses and carriages of officials at Washington who had driven into Virginia to witness the battle. Many of them narrowly escaped capture. Veterans of the Army of the Potomac under Gen. Meade, May 23, 1865, marched across this bridge to their homes in the north. On the following day the victorious thousands of the Army of Tennessee and Georgia, with Gen. Sherman at their head, entered the city. The Long bridge was used by the Southern railway, the Chesapeake & Ohio, and the Atlantic Coast line for southern traffic. The bridge was originally opened May 20, 1869, and cost $100,000. It has several times been destroyed by freshets and ice. A A MAN REMOVING THE MESS A ```markdown ```