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THE WICHITA SEARCHLIGHT To Open Their New Lodge Hall The Colored Masons of Wichita Will Open Their New Hall With A Big Masonic Family Banquet ILL. J. H. SAYLES, $ 32^{\circ} $ Who will serve the Masonic Banquet, Tuesday night, Sept. 7th. 1910, at the New Masonic hall, 615 N. Main St. On Tuesday night, Sep. t. 7th, the colored Masons, members of Arkansas Valley lodge No. 21, will formally open their new building at 615 N. Main street with a big banquet and three night program. This building is one of the finest owned by a colored lodge in the west and reflects much credit upon the members of this lodge, who have worked faithfully and earnestly to secure it. The banquet will be in charge of Ill. J. H| Sayles 32 one of the finest caterees in this part of the country. Mr. Sayles will not spare time or money to make this banquet all it should be and his reputation in preparing good, wholesome things to eat is a sufficient guarantee for the elaborate manner in which this banquet will be served Tuesday night. Every master Mason, his wife and friends should buy a ticket and attend this banquet. Mr. Sayles will use his experience of more than 23 years as a high class chef in supplying this banquet with only the best of everything. OR MASONIC BANQUET, TUESDAY NIGHT, SEPT. 7, 1910. Chilled Fruit ever the way? that them com con- chim. not that in the out the the really rely who who the d Fried Spring Chicken, a la Maryland Snowflake Potatoeos French Peas in Cases Pineapple Sherbet Hot Rolls Lettuce and Tomato Sauce Ice Cream and Cake A. D. Coffee Banquet served 11 p. m. Pear Tent No. 16 and Moses Dickson Tent No. 5, will give a joint entertainment atthe new Masonic hall Monday night, September 5th. Many amusements. All are invited. MOTHERS' AID CLUB PASSES RESOLUTIONS Wichita, Kan., Aug. 28, 1910. The Mother's Aid Club at their meeting last Sunday afternoon at the residence of Mrs. A. L. Case, passed resolutions endorsing the cause of the Searchlight in demanding that the white men who assaulted a colored girl Friday night, Aug. 19th, be brought to justice and punished. They further called attention to the need of a meeting of representative colored people to the end that the seeming inaction of the proper county officers might be more fully and thoroughly investigated. Their resolutions fol- Resolutions. The Mother's Aid Club, of Wichita, Kansas, deeply deplores the brutal, henious and inhumane assault of little Rose Hall, a colored girl, by two white men Friday night, Aug. 29. We also view with alarm the neglect of the county attorney's office to take some legal action to bring these brutal assaulters to the bar of justice as a continuation of such, course by this official places a premium upon such wanton assaults and make womanhood in this community, regardless to station in life, race or color, dangerous and wholly unprotected; Therefore, be it resolved, that we the Mother's Aid Club, heartily endorse the manly stand taken by the editor or The Wichita Searchlight in his demand and for justice, fair play and legal action in so henious a crime. We further feel that every colored man and woman should give the Searchlight their earnest support and encouragement that we may continue to hold an organ whose editor is fearless, manly and courageous enough to stand up boldly for the protection of woman. Be it further resolved, that it is the sense of this club that a mass meeting of all the colored woman's clubs in our city to investigate this assault Church Freed of Debt The above Engraving is a Re-production of the cancelled $1800.00 Mortgage formerly against St. Paul A. M. E Church of Wichita, Kansas. Still Going Forward. The above Engraving is a Re-production of the cancelled $1800.00 Mortgage formerly against St. Paul A. M. E Church of Wichita, Kansas. Still Going Forward. SEPTEMBER 3, 1910, chita, rural, little white would not only be proper and timely but entirely within the scope of the duty of each. Resolved further that a copy of these resolutions be spread upon the face of our minutes and a copy furnished the Wichita Searchlight for publication. MRS. MELLIE MILLER, MRS. A. L. CASE, MRS. P. JOHNSON. NEWTON, KANSAS. Mrs. Frank Childs, of Wichita, is visiting her mother-in-law, Mrs. Childs. Mrs. Geo. Elliott and Mrs. Dan Wicks visited with Mrs. J. M. Grass between trains enroute from Denver to their home in Emporia. Mrs. Geo. Johnson has returned from a visit with relatives at Meridian, Okla. She also attended the National Association of Colored Teachers in Oklahoma City, which she reports was fine. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Mason have returned from a ten day's trip to Colorado. Mrs. J. A. Abernathy will leave for her home in Guthrie, Okla., Thursday evening to visit with her sister. Mrs. Jane Casson has gone to Memphis, Tenn., to visit for a month. Mrs. S. Mercomb and children are visiting in Chicago. OF ALGERIA THE SERVICE OF MUNICIPALITY 1800 Prince Hall Grand Lodge Held A Fine Session in Coffeyville, Ks J. E. H. C. H. Milton COLLINS, Kansas City, Kansas Grand Master, Prince Hall Grand Lodge, A. F. & A. M. Kansas Jurisdiction. Has made a good Grand Master and was unanimously re-elected for 4th. term at Coffeyville. Prince Hall Grand Lodge adn its Lodge. co-ordinate branches held a very successful session in Coffeyville, Kan- sas. August 22 to 26. The welcoming address was o ered on behalf of the people of feyville by Mr. Benefiel, who a Monday, August 22 Prince Hall Grand Chapter R. A. M. met at 10 a. m., with C. E. Lett, H. P., presiding. After the appointment of the usual committees the Chapter adjourned till 2 p. m. At this hour routine business was taken up concluding with the election of officers. C. A. Long of Kansas City was elected H. P., and the other officers re-elected. J. W. Thompson was appointed C. of H. GRAND COMMANDERY. Prince Hall Grand Commandery convened Tuesday at 10 a.m., with W. A. Clark, E. C., of Kansas City, presiding. After the appointment of the usual committees, the Grand Commandery went into routine business. After which they had their election of officers. J. T. Chinneth of Wichita was elcted Eminent Commander. PRINCE HALL GRAND LODGE. Wednesday morning, August 24, at 10 a. m., Prince Hall Grand Lodge A. F. A. M., was called to order by Grand Master C. H. Milton Collins The welcoming address was delivered on behalf of the people of Coffeyville by Mr. Benefiel, who acted in the stead of the Mayor. Response by Prof. Ernest J. Hawkins of Ft. Scott. Welcome on behalf of the business men by Rev. C. F. Moare, response by Dr. N. Soans of Kansas City. Welcome on behalf of Enterprise lodge of Coffeyville by Bro. E. P. Blakemore, response by Bro. M. Cole of Newton; welcome on behalf of the churches by Rev. P. D. Skinner, response by Rev. J. W. Warren of Cherryvale. At 11 a. m., the hall was cleared of visitors and Grand Master Collins proceeded to open Prince Hall in due and ancient form. Each day's session was marked with importance and the Grand Lodge on Friday went into the election of officers. Grand Master C. H. M. Collins was unanimously re-elected for his fourth term amid great rejoicing of the Master Masons. The other officers were also re-elected. Grand Master Collins who was re-elected is the youngest Mason ever to fill the office of Grand Master of this jurisdiction of Kansas and since his first election three years ago he has instilled new life, new vim and new energy into the Masonic order of this tate. He is one of the best educated men we have in the west, with wide and valued experience as an educator and a born Centennial Celebration of Mexico T IS indeed fitting that under the able administration of that Grand Old Man of Mexico, Gen. Porfirio Dlaz, Mexico should celebrate her centennial of independence and her early struggles for freedom and liberty. He, whose forceful military policy, whose familiarity with the pulse of his people, and whose consummate statesmanship have given his country a sound government and placed her on a financial and commercial footing with the old world, will preside as chief executive over the commemoration of the man and events which made it possible for Mexico to reach the present high state of civilization which she enjoys. As the human sacrifices of the Aztec king, Montezuma, gave way to the bloodless offerings on the altar of the Fair God who foretold the coming of the Spanish conquerors, so the spirit of independence finally subdued the successors of Cortez and his hardy band. The law which excluded Spaniards born in Mexico from equal rights with those who were immigrants and the consequent repugnance and jealousy which arose between the two parties, together with the alienation of the clergy and the removal of their influence in the enforcement of government decrees, which necessitated the use of more forcible measures, the granting of commercial monopolies, and the severity exercised in dealing with cases of treason, all worked to the establishment of a feeling of discontent and the growth of revolutionary sentiments. T IS indeed fitting that the Grand Old Man of Mexico celebrate her centennial gles for freedom and liberty, whose familiarity will consummate statesmanship government and placed living with the old world, w commemoration of the men for Mexico to reach the present high. As the human sacrifices of the Azz bloodless offerings on the altar of the the Spanish conquerors, so the spirit successors of Cortez and his hardy ba. The law which excluded Spaniards those who were immigrants and the which arose between the two parties clergy and the removal of their influence decrees, which necessitated the use of commercial monopolies, and the se of treason, all worked to the establishment growth of revolutionary sentiments. But it was left to one of the clergy, a priest of the city of Dolores, Father Miguel Hidalgo, to give these sentiments outward expression and to raise the flag of rebellion against the mother country. Father Hidalgo was the second son of Christobal Hidalgo y Costilla and Ana Maria de Gallaga, and was born on the Hacienda Corralejo in the state of Guanajuato on the eighth of May, 1753. His early years were spent on the farm of which his father was the manager. As he grew older he pursued his studies of philosophy and theology at the College of San Nicolas, and about 1778 he came to Mexico City to receive the sacred orders and the degree of bachelor of theology. He served as pastor of various parishes, and on the death of an older brother was transferred to the City of Dolores, where he worked for the enlightenment of his people in the arts and sciences and the encouragement of agricultural and industrial pursuits. He first introduced in that district the cultivation of the grape and the planting of mulberry trees for the breeding of the silkworm. He, moreover, established a crockery factory and a brickyard and constructed a tannery and other commercial institutions. All this, together with his generosity, made him much beloved by his parishioners and especially the Indians, whose language he was familiar with. Being fond of music, he taught them to play and formed an orchestra among them, giving all his energy among them, giving all his energy to the greater civilization and progress of his country greater civilization and progress of his. In 1809 there was formed in Valle conspiracy which had for its object the bling in Mexico City of a congress to New Spain in the name of Fernando the event that the mother country sho the arms of the French, which serious intention might probably lea independence of the country. The was planned to take place on Deco but being discovered, all the conspirat greater civilization and progress of his country. In 1809 there was formed in Valladolid a conspiracy which had for its object the assembling in Mexico City of a congress to govern New Spain in the name of Fernando VII, in the event that the mother country should fall to the arms of the French, which without serious intention might probably lead to the independence of the country. The uprising was planned to take place on December 21, but being discovered, all the conspirators were imprisoned. However, there being but little evidence against them, they were soon given their liberty. The conspiracy being suppressed in Valladolid, sprang up in Queretaro with renewed strength. Here it received protection from the corregidor, or mayor, of that city, who furnished many recruits, pending the time when secret action would be no longer necessary. At this time Hidalgo became enlisted in the cause of the conspiracy; but it is not known by what motives he was influenced. He had had numerous discussions with his friend, Ignacio Allende, regarding independence, but with no more serious object on his part than pure argument and without thought of taking any active part in the movement. Allende, however, was quick to interest himself in the cause, although warned by Hidalgo that the originators of such enterprises seldom enjoyed the fruits of them. But in the month of September, 1810. Hidalgo received a letter from Allende at Queretaro asking him to come to that city on a matter of much importance. He went, but was little impressed by the people he met, as they were without resources and of small importance, and he returned to his home somewhat disgusted with his visit. However, another letter from Allende pictured the state of affairs in such encouraging words that he decided to give his time and energy to the cause. He had made in the town 25 lances and placed himself in communication with the drum major and two sergeants of the battalion of Guanajuato in order that they might secure some troop for the revolution. His efforts, considering the short time which he had, were most successful; but, unfortunately, the conspiracy reached the ears of the authorities and many were imprisoned. Hidalgo sent immediately for Allende, who arrived in Dolores on the night of September 14, and the whole of the next day was spent in conferences without any decision being reached as to the best course to pursue. Meanwhile Josef Ortiz, the wife of the correidor of Queretaro, being an ardent believer in the revolutionary movement, sent a messenger to the town of San Miguel el Grande, so that Allende should be informed of the news. Not finding Allende, who had been summoned by Hidalgo, the message was delivered to another conspirator by the name of Aldama, who left immediately for Dolores, arriving there at two o'clock in the morning of the sixteenth. He found everybody asleep in the house of the CATHEDEAL OF THE CITY OF MEXICO priest, but awaking Allende, both sought the room of Hidalgo, who immediately arose and exclaimed: "Gentlemen, we are lost; there is now no other recourse but to attack the Span- CATHEDRAL OF THE CITY OF MEXICO priest, but awaking Allende, both sought the room of Hidalgo, who immediately arose and exclaimed: "Gentlemen, we are lost; there is now no other recourse but to attack the Spanards." To which Aldama replied: "Sir, what are you going to do? For the love of God, what is to be done?" After this several hours were spent in vain discussion. Hidalgo now showed his greatness. He did not think of flight, although on account of his sacred profession he could easily have found safety. But he preferred to fight for his principles and his convictions. Knowing full well that his companions were in prison and the thread of the revolution had been snapped, without troops, without arms, he preferred to face almost certain death, remembering his warning to Allende, that seldom the originators of such undertakings enjoyed the fruits of their efforts. of the inhabitants put to the sword. The houses of the city were pillaged and the destruction of property was general. Although Hidalgo issued an edict and attached grave penalties for the offenders, he was powerless to prevent the excesses committed by the undisciplined masses. After order had been finally restored Hidalgo turned his attention to the manufacture of cannon for his troops and the minting of the silver bars, from the many mines in that vicinity, which had been captured in the city. Hidalgo then, with his brother, Allende, Aldama and eleven other men left his house fully armed and proceeded to the fall, and; threatening the mayor with his pistol, demanded the release of his fellow-conspirators. His demands having been compiled with, he now had 80 men, whom he armed with the swords of the soldiers of the regiment of the queen, which were delivered to Sergeant Martinez. Meanwhile the government prepared to combat the revolution and through the medium of the church sought to gain control over the minds of the lower classes, an edict of excommunication being issued by the bishop of Michoacan against Hidalgo, Allende and Aldama. To counteract the effect of this on the minds of the people, Hidalgo published an answer, declaring his firm adherence to the doctrines of the Catholic faith and calling upon all to resist their oppressors. It was Sunday and earlier than the usual hour for mass. Hidalgo, however, summoned the people of the town and the farmers from the surrounding country, from whom he secured by his eloquent words about 300 followers. A march was made to Rincon, which was taken without resistance, and many Spaniards were made prisoners. Then proceeding to San Miguel el Grande, he surprised the garrison and obtained arms and money. Meanwhile his march through the villages had augmented his ranks with people of all classes, principally Indians with machetes. He had found at one place an image of the Virgin of Guadalupe, which was attached to a lance and borne aloft as the future banner of the revolution, while the battle cry became "Long live the Virgin of Guadalupe and death to the Spaniards!" And yearly General Diaz gives this "grito" at eleven o'clock on the night of September 15, as he stands with his venerable head bared and rings the great bell of the National palace, to the enthusiastic applause of his people gathered in dense throngs in the public square, or zocalo. On the eighth of October Hidalgo commenced his march to Valhalladol, intending at first to attack Queretaro. Hearing of his coming, the authorities of Valhalladol deserted the city and the army of insurgents was received by the citizens with great oyation. On October 19 Hidalgo marched toward Mexico City and was met at Las Cruces by the royalist forces under command of Lieutenant Coloned Trujillo, who was surrounded by the insurgents and forced to cut his way through the enemy's rear and retreat to Mexico City. The battle cost Hidalgo about 2,000 in killed and wounded, and instead of advancing on the city he determined to retreat, being influenced in his decision by the news that General Calleja had left San Luis Potosí with reinforcements. The retreating insurgents and Calleja's forces met at Aculco; the former, however, with but little fighting, continued their retreat, leaving in the field their baggage and artillery. Hidalgo, with reduced forces, retired to Valladolid, while Allende posted himself at Guanajuato and was attacked and badly defeated by Calleja, with great loss in killed and wounded. On September 21 the insurgents marched through Chamacuero and entered Celaya, sacking the houses of the Spaniards and securing such money and arms as they could lay their hands on. Here Hidalgo was proclaimed general by a congress of the people, and Allende was placed second in command. Hidalgo, meanwhile, repaired to Guadalajara with his reorganized army and was received with great pomp by the people of the city. Here he organized a form of government with Ignacio López Rayon as secretary-general. Hidalgo then set out for Guanajuato with about 50,000 men, and when he reached the city he found that the Spaniards had taken refuge in a large and strong building which had been used as a granary. Here the royalists had brought the government treasury and their private wealth, fortifying themselves as best they could. After a bloody conflict the place was finally stormed and taken and most In January, 1811, Hidalgo moved from Guadalajara with the largest army that was ever under his command, meeting the much smaller force of the enemy under Calleja at the bridge of Calderon, about 35 miles from the city. The defeat of the royalists was turned into victory by a series of misfortunes, which, by the explosion of their ammunition THE FORTRESS OF HOTEL PALACE CHAPULTEPEC CASTLE RESIDENCE OF PRESIDENT DIAN wagons and the setting fire to the fields in their front, compelled the in- surgents to retreat in great disorder. This was the beginning of the end of the brilliant career of Hidalgo. He fled with other insurgents northward and surrendered his command to Allende. At Saltillo it was decided to flee to the United States and to enlist the sympathy of this rising republic. But on the way they fell into an ambush planned in the interest of a counter revolution by a discontented revolu- tionary colonel by the name of Elizondo. Hidalgo and Allende were captu- tured, tried and condemned to death, CARRERA AVENIDA CINCO DE MAYO MEXICO CITY Allende being shot as a traitor on May 26, 1811, and Hidalgo on July 31. And thus perished a noble and brave man, Mexico's first and grandest champion of liberty. To celebrate these stirring events of one hundred years ago, instead of erecting temporary exposition buildings at great cost, the money will be used in permanent improvements throughout the republic. The program for September in the capital city will include the dedication of many new public buildings, monuments and parks, a great civic and military parade, a historical pageant, fireworks displays, balls, garden parties, free theatrical performances, and many other features. To assist in her JUAREZ (THE AMERICAN) COLONY, CITY OF MEXICO centennial celebration, Mexico invited all of the nations of the world with whom diplomatic relations are maintained. The response was hearty and sincere, most of the nations sending special diplomatic representatives and not a few of them are represented by warships riding at anchor in the Mexican ports. centennial celebration, Mexico invited all of the nations of the world with whom diplomatic relations are maintained. The response was hearty and sincere, most of the nations sending special diplomatic representatives and not a few of them are represented by warships riding at anchor in the Mexican ports. France, Germany, and China signified their intention of presenting Mexico a lasting memorial on the occasion of this centennial. The first will return the silver keys to Mexico given to the French on their entry into the capital, Germany will erect a monument to Humboldt, while China will give a suitable gift. Other nations will contribute in a substantial way toward commemorating the period. France, Germany, and China signified their intention of presenting Mexico a lasting memorial on the occasion of this centennial. The first will return the silver keys to Mexico given to the French on their entry into the capital, Germany will erect a monument to Humboldt, while China will give a suitable gift. Other nations will contribute in a substantial way toward commemorating the period. MARRIAGE 2.300 YEARS OLD Most of us make the acquaintance of Egypt in the splendidly dramatic story of Joseph and his brethren, and so come to look on Pharaoh and his people as gloomy and malign persecutors, fit only to be swallowed up in the Red sea waves, writes Charles Johnson in Harper's Weekly. Or we read of the graves and sober monuments of the Nile valley, with their perpetual reminders of death and the kingdom of night, with the result that we are hardly prepared to realize the gay and lightsome side of ancient Egyptian life or to credit the thought that these tomb builders could ever break into a smile. But there was a side of gayety and of charm, and just as we are finding that so many of our deeper and Most of us make the acquaintance of Egypt in the splendidly dramatic story of Joseph and his brethren, and so come to look on Pharaoh and his people as gloomy and malign persecutors, fit only to be swallowed up in the Red sea waves, writes Charles Johnson in Harper's Weekly. Or we read of the graves and sober monuments of the Nile valley, with their perpetual reminders of death and the kingdom of night, with the result that we are hardly prepared to realize the gay and lightsome side of ancient Egyptian life or to credit the thought that these tomb builders could ever break into a smile. But there was a side of gayety and of charm, and just as we are finding that so many of our deeper and more philosophical thoughts go back to the people of the Delta, so we are beginning to discover the originals of all our jokes in the buried cities of the Nile. That ladies were not unduly oppressed in the land of the Pharaohs we may gather from this marriage contract from a fourth century Demotic manuscript: "I," says the lady Isis, "take thee as my husband. Thou makest me thy wife and givest me in token of dower five-tenths of silver. If I discharge thee as my husband, hating thee and loving another more than the thee, I shall give and return to thee two and a half-tenths of silver, of which thou gavest me as my dower; and I cede unto thee of all and everything that I shall acquire with thee, one-third part, as long as thou art married unto me." Not even Chicago or Reno can boast of a franker contract than that, and there is something wonderfully naive in the idea of the good lady Isis "discharging" her lord on the ground that she hates him and loves another better. The sum she returns him, as part of her now canceled dower, is about equal to a silver dollar. A CASE OF GRAVEL Tulare, Cal., Man Cured by Doan's Kidney Pills. Harrison A. Sturtevant, G and Maple Sts., Tulare, Cal., says: "I was in bad shape with kidney trouble. Too frequent passage of the urine compelled me to arise at night, my bladder became inflamed and I had excruciating pains in my abdomen. Soon after I began using Doan's Kidney Pills, I passed a gravel stone three quarters of an inch peled me to arise at night, my bladder became inflamed and I had excruciating pains in my abdomen. Soon after I began using Doan's Kidney Pills, I passed a gravel stone three quarters of an inch in length and variegated in color. After this my trouble disappeared." Remember the name—Doan's. For sale by all dealers. 50 cents a box. Foster-Milburn Co., Buffalo, N. Y. Surprised. "I have succeeded in tracing my ancestry back through ten generations" "Without coming to a menagerie" TO DRIVE OUT MALARIA TO THE OLD Standard GROVEN THE SYSTEM CHILL TONIC. You know what you are doing every bottle showing it is Simply Quinine and less form. The Quinine drives out the manure up the system. Sold by an盟 for 50 years. Why He Was Sorry To impress on young children just what should and what should not be done and why, is among the most trying problems of parents, as evidenced by the recent experience of a West Philadelphia mother. Last Sunday she asked her small son, aged eight, to carry a chair for her from the dining room to the parlor. He started off willingly, but in the hall he tripped and fell. Amid the crash could be heard the boy giving vent to utterances that, would have done credit to a pirate of ancient days. The mother was taken by surprise and was greatly shocked. She gave the boy a long and serious talk on the subject of profanity. This apparently did not make the right impression, for when she concluded the boy adder to her disconfiture by exclamation, "I am sorry I swore, mamma, but I forgot it was Sunday." A Wise Old Owl. In her trim little bathing suit she sat on the white sand. "I adore intelligence." she cried. "I adore intelligence," she cried. "So do I," said he. "All the same, though, beauty and intellect never go together." "And do you think me intellectual?" she faltered. "No," he confessed, frankly. With a faint blush she murmured, "Flatterer!" Not to Overdo it. Lily—I see gwine to a s'prise party, tonight, Miss Sally. Miss Sally—What will you take for a present? Lily—Well, we didn' callate or takin' no present. Yo see, we don't wan' to s'prise 'em too much. Human Nature. "A fool and his money are soon parted." "Yes, but you never call him a fool till the money is gone."—Cleveland Leader. Best men are molded out of faults—Shakespeare. There Are Reasons Why so many people have ready-at-hand a package of Post Toasties The DISTINCTIVE FLAVOUR delights the palate. The quick, easy serving right from the package—requiring only the addition of cream or good milk is an important consideration when breakfast must be ready "on time." The sweet, crisp food is universally liked by children, and is a great help to Mothers who must give to the youngsters something wholesome that they relish. The economical feature appeals to everyone—particularly those who wish to keep living expenses within a limit. Post Toasties are especially pleasing served with fresh sliced peaches. "The Memory Lingers" Postum Cereal Co., Ltd. Battle Creek, Mich. The KITCHEN CABINET HE world will be better when women as well as men learn Suggestions for Jelly Making. The jelly-making season is upon us. There will be, as of yore, the disappointed housewife whose jelly is tough and leathery and that which "will not jell." For the aid of those who are inexperienced a few hints may be helpful. To obtain the clear, quivering, toothsome product is not so difficult as it would seem, regardless of the fact that a really excellent glass of jelly is not common, even at our food exhibits. If you have had trouble in getting your jelly to thicken, try making it small quantities. If you take four cupfuls of juice to four cupfuls of sugar you will be more apt to succeed than if a larger quantity is used in making currant jelly. If the currants are wet they will need longer cooking than if dry, as they should be. After a heavy rain fruit that is water-soaked will not thicken. Over-ripe fruit will never make as good jelly as that which is somewhat green. The thickening principle in fruit called "pectin" is present in larger quantities in unripe fruit, as the ripening by sun and heat changes it to sugar. In making currant or grape jelly see that there are a good number of green ones on the bunches. Cook the fruit until soft but not mushy, as it will not be clear if cooked too long, then drain in a jelly beg. Take plenty of time for this process. A good way to do is to let the fruit drip over night and make the jelly in the morning. Jelly that is sour to be used for accompaniment to meats need not have equal bulk of sugar as it will thicken with very much less. A great advantage of the small quantity is that if a failure is made the devastation is not quite complete. The hot sugar should be stirred in as soon as the juice is hot. Heating the sugar hastens the process. Stir until dissolved, then boll two minutes and try a little in a cold saucer. As soon as it shows the slightest thickening pour it into the glasses and let stand a day or two in the sun to finish. Too long cooking will make the jelly "livery" or change it into a sirup that will never thicken. MITATION and emulation MITATION and emulation break up homes without number. The woman whose husband has one thousand a year is trying to do the same as the woman whose husband has thousand. Of course the result is failure, or it initiates. What the world lungers for is originality. We can all be original, there's no other me there's no other you. Be like the flowers, each goes along in its own little line of business and the daisy doesn't try to be a rose."—M. M. Caldwell. The Care of the Refrigerator. Nothing can be more dangerous to the health of a household than a refrigerator carelessly kept. One of the first essentials is to see that the drain pipe is not connected with the house drain, because of the possibility that sewer gas might come up the waste pipe into the refrigerator. At any event it is not desirable to have the food supply connected with the house drain. The refrigerator should be well cleansed once a week and oftener in hot weather. Strong ammonia water is good to use for the cleaning, then rinse and wipe dry. One of the properties of a good refrigerator is perfect dryness. Any food with a strong odor should be kept from the company of milk and butter. A few bananas will ruin the flavor of a jar of butter in a few hours. Charcoal or a piece of dry lime if kept in the food compartment will absorb odors and impurities. Keep milk and butter closely covered so that the flavor may not be lost or changed. INE well and wisely and the cares of life will slip from you, its vexations and annoyances will dangle into nothingness." Cheese Dishes. Cheese being a highly nutritive food, takes the place of meat during the hot months on many tables. Unless carefully prepared it is difficult of digestion. One reason that it is hard to digest is, it being such a concentrated food it needs careful mastication, which it doesn't always have. Uncooked or cooked at a low temperature is best. The Italians appreciate the value of cheese and have many delightful ways of preparing it. The following is one of the many: Polenta. Make a thick mush of cornmeal season well with salt and pepper. Cook over hot water for an hour. Then for each pint of mush stir in one cup ful of grated cheese—the ordinary kind. When the cheese has melted pour into greased pans. Let stand until cold. When wanted to serve, fry in a little butter after cutting it in slices. Cheese and Eggs. This is a dish similar to a rarebite, but easier of digestion. Cut fine or grate half a pound of cheese. Put in a sauce pan with a cupful of rich milk or thin cream, a tablespoonful of butter, a dash of salt and pepper. Stir over the fire until the cheese is melted, then add four well-beaten eggs. Serve with, or on, toasted crackers. Cheese Roll. This is a most appetizing way of serving cheese. Take a cake of cream cheese, one cupful of grated New York cheese, a dash of red pepper and half a cupful of finely chopped pimolas (stuffed olives), enough sweet cream to mold in a roll. Serve on a plate covered with a dolley. Cheese Souffle. Melt two tablespoonfuls of butter, add three tablespoonfuls of flour and when well mixed add half a cupful of scalded milk. Then add half a teaspoonful of salt, a dash of cayenne and a fourth of a cup of grated cheese. Remove from the fire, add the well-beaten yolks of three eggs. Cool the mixture and cut and fold in the beaten whites of three eggs that have been beaten stiff and dry. Pour into a greased baking dish and bake 20 minutes in a slow oven. Serve al once. HE WHO knows what is good and chooses it, who knows what is bad and avoids it, it is learned and temperate."—Socrates. "Let each man keep his heart at ease. No man died of that disease." Fetcher Sweet Sandwiches Sweet sandwiches, to be used in stead of cakes with different punches, cocoa or tea, is a dainty that may be easily made in an emergency and in always appropriate. They are much easier of digestion when simply made than the rich cakes so often served. The variety is endless and the following are a few of the many: Honey and Pecan Sandwiches. Honey and Pecan Sandwiches. Mix four tablespoonfuls of honey with two tablespoonfuls of chopped pecan meats. Split hot soda biscuits, butter and fill with the mixture. The biscuits should be made not thicker than half an inch. Date and Orange Sandwich. Here is a nice sandwich to serve with lemonade: Blend one-half cupful of finely chopped dates with two tablespoonfuls of orange juice, spread on buttered whole-wheat bread. Chopped marshmellon cherries mixed with cream cheese makes a delicious sandwich filling and one quite uncommon. Cottage cheese and candied cherries is another combination which is very good. Cinnamon Sandwiches. Mix three tablespoonfuls of sugar with one teaspoonful of cinnamon. Butter Boston brown bread and spread with the mixture. These are good served with cocoa. Cocoa nut Sandwiches. Take one cupful of freshly grated cocoonant, one-fourth of a cupful of walnut meats chopped, one teaspoonful of rose water, one tablespoonful of powdered sugar; mix well, add three tablespoonfuls of thick cream and spread on white bread. Date and Nut Sandwiches. Add one cupful of rich cream to a cupful of chopped dates; when well blended add half a cup of chopped walnuts. Use on whole-wheat bread. Oriental Sandwiches. Take one-half cupful each of preserved ginger and candied orange peel chopped fine; mix with three tablespoonfuls of thick sweet cream and use on white bread. Household Tips. The label on a glass jar will keep clean and in its place longer if pasted on the inside. Of course this applies only where dry materials are kept, such as rice, taplaoca, etc. To clean the water bottle shred a page of newspaper in bits, add to strong soapsuds and shake at intervals for a half hour. It will come out as bright and clean as ever. Try the same remedy on vases. Charcoal or a lump of dry lime should be kept in the refrigerator. They absorb impurities and act as a disinfectant. Daily Baths. A daily bath is a necessity if the body is to be kept sound and sweet. If one's constitution will not permit of a daily plunge, the sponge bath will prove sufficient for all purposes of cleanliness and health. Whether the bath shall be a cold one in the morning or a hot one at night is determined entirely by the physical strength of the bather. A cold bath is a tonic to most, but if after the bath there is a sense of depression and a feeling of chillness it is best to leave off taking them. Nellie Maxwell. Hoodwinking AS IT APPEARED TO HER Mrs. Herman Oelrichs, the best-dressed woman in Newport, criticized very pertinently, at a recent dinner, the new dinner gowns of Paquin and Callot. These clinging and filmy gowns are chiefly remarkable for the V-shaped back that they possess. The V—it is incredible, but it is true—opens all the Divining Rod 200 Years Old. Winslow W. Fifield of Medford, Mass., owns a metallic divining rod brought from England more than two hundred years ago by one of his ancestors. The rod, says Mr. Fifield, has been used successfully all over New England and in the western mining districts. It is attached to whalebone handles 12 inches long and weighs two ounces. The handles have inscriptions on them which are almost obliterated by age. The person who brought the rod to America was Isaac Greenleaf, who settled in Massachusetts. The rod became famous as a finder of water. After marking the place of many springs the rod was used in California, Colorado and North Carolina for locating by men in quest of gold mines and other metals. One person who used it with par- When a small clique of men put up a scheme to harness the clergy of America and induce the ministers to, in turn "hitch up" the members of the churches, we should all take notice. They couldn't harness the preachers in a bad cause except by deceiving them. Ministers of the gospel are essentially and fundamentally honest but, like all men who work for the public good, they are at times mislead by false statements. Trust them when they have exact truth to speak from. Now for the story which should interest every one for we are all either receivers of wages or we pay to wage earners and the freedom of each individual is at issue. In various papers the following statement has been printed. Read it carefully at least twice. "Interest In Labor Sunday. "Labor Sunday—the Sunday preceding Labor day—will be observed generally this year and in future years throughout the United States. This because of the American Federation of Labor declaration for the observance of that day. The numerous letters recently received at American Federation of Labor headquarters from ministers is an assurance that interest in the idea of giving special attention to the cause of labor from the pulpit one day in the twelve months is widespread. Our readers are urged to try to bring about an understanding in their respective districts with representatives of the church so that ministers will make addresses that may attract trade unionists to the churches in large numbers for the day. Ministers should say what they think on the occasion in order that their trade union hearers may put the right estimate as to where the church stands on the question of the organization of labor. The more the subject is discussed the better will it be for labor. Union ethics are sound. American Federationist." Observe that "Labor Union" men "are urged" to induce ministers to make addresses that will attract trade unionists to the churches "for the day." "Ministers should say," etc., and winds up with "Union ethics are sound;" observe the hidden threat. This is clipped from the American Federationist the organ of Sam Gompers, et al. This clipping has been sent to papers throughout the country and the Typographical Union men in the newspaper offices instructed to "urge" that it be printed. That is one of the ways of the "machine." It looks harmless so the papers print it. But! Let's lift the cover and look under. The hidden motive is as dangerous to the peace and liberty of the citizens as a coiled rattlesnake in the grass. Organization by workmen to peacefully and successfully present their side is necessary and most commendable. There are such organizations now rapidly winning their way to public confidence without strikes, dynamite or killing fellow workmen. (Some facts on this matter a little further along in this article.) We see here a demand on the ministers of God, that they endorse and help build up the strike-producing, boycotting and violent American Federation of Labor. Think of the man of God who teaches brotherly love being coverly ordered to praise and help get new members for an organization with a record for violence, crime and murder done by its members the like of which the world has never seen. Think of the thousands of women made widows and the increasing thousands of children left fatherless by the pistol, club, dynamite and boot beel of members of this Labor Trust. Any one who recalls the countless murders done in the multitude of strikes in the past few years will agree this is no exaggeration. Take just one as an illustration: There were some thirty men murdered and over 5000 bruised and maimed in the Chicago teamster's strike. way down to the waist line. At a gala performance in Paris given by the Metropolitan Opera company of New York—the most successful performance Paris ever saw, and one whereat $40,000 was gained for the Fluvlose victims—many of the beautiful Americans in the $40 orchestra seats wore these daring gowns, and now at Newport they are often to be seen. Mrs. Oelrichs stared at one with astounded eyes at a dinner, and her neighbor said: "Isn't that new gown of Mrs. Blank's a dream? Old Mr. Blank is so de ticular success was a blind man, in whose hands the rod is said to have done marvels. A. Strong Preacher- The minister's eight-year-old daughter was returning with her parents from church, where the district superintendent had that morning occupied the pulpit. "Oh, father," asked the little girl, her face alive with enthusiasm, "don't you think Brother C. is a very strong preacher? I do." Gratified by this evidence of unusual intelligence on the part of his offspring, the minister eagerly inquired into her reasons for her statement. "Oh," replied the little miss, artlessly, "didn't you see how the dust rose when he stamped your feet?"—Judge. There is seldom a day passes but somewhere in our country from one to a score of our fellow men are assaulted or murdered by members of this band. Then remember the homes blown up or burned. The families hounded, the rotting, burning of street cars, wrecking of trains and attempted or successful killing of passengers. The general disturbance of industry and the thousands of dollars forced from tax payers to pay extra police, sheriffs and militia to protect, even in a feeble way, the citizens from the mobs of members of the American Federation of Labor. Then you will realize why the great peace-loving majority of over 80 million Americans protest against the growth of this crime-tainted organization comprising perhaps one and one-half million men, of which it is estimated at least seven-tenths are peace-loving citizens and are members by coercion and are not in sympathy with the three-tenths who have gained control and force their methods. We find that a few designing men have seized control of the American Federation of Labor, just as some shrewd capitalists have secured control of some railroads and other interests and are now twisting and turning them into machines for personal profit and fame. These men cunningly plan to force workmen to join and pay 25 to 75 cents a month in fees. Various methods are used to "induce" workmen to join. First, they talk of the "tyranny of capital" making slaves of workmen. Then they work up enthusiasm about the "brotherhood of man" and other talk which experience has shown excites the emotions of workmen and they are induced to join and pay fees to the leaders. The 5000 workmen in Battle Creek are, as a rule, free from the dictates of the great Labor Trust and still get the highest wages in Michigan. If they had yielded to the smooth talk of the agents of the trust and joined, they would pay in fees from $1250.00 to $2000.00 a month to the big trust and be subject to strike orders any time. Now they save that and put the money into homes and family comforts But the managers of the American Federation of Labor have worked hard and long to harness them. The trust has sent small bales of money and last winter 18 "organizers" to tie up Battle Creek. They hired halls, gave picture shows, smokers, etc., as an investment, looking to rich returns when they succeeded in having them tied hand and foot. But they failed and the last of these "organizers" left Battle Creek on May 1st saying "it's no use." The workmen knew the record of this great trust and formed their own association to protect their rights and also to protect them from the big Labor Trust. In Philadelphia some 4000 independent street car men, who mainly had families, had their own union and refused to join the big trust, preferring to be free to work or not as they pleased. But the trust planned to force them into the fee-paying ranks, so a strike was ordered to compel the traction company to kick out these men and hire only Labor Trust members. It was not a question of wages or hours but to push the free men out of their positions where they were earning good money to support their families. The strike was ordered, not to raise wages or reduce hours, remember, but solely to throw out members of an independent union and make places only for Labor Trust members, and thus show the independent men they could not earn a living unless they first paid fees to the trust managers. Incidentally the people of Philadelphia must submit to no car service, rioting and bloodshed with millions in losses while these fee-hunting, notoriously seeking trust leaders were teaching the world that industry cannot be carried on except by workmen who first bend the knee, bow the head and pay fees. How these men as strike leaders love to see their names in the papers Clergymen voted. They say that everything he makes goes on his wife's back." Mrs. Oelrichts, her eye fixed on the gown's terrible V, said with a smile: "Well, he must be making very little, then." Practical Matching. What the little girl with the 15 cents in pennies wanted was some red ribbon of a particular shade for her mother. She knew the shade, but she couldn't explain it and all she could say was, it wasn't that, no, nor that; it was deeper than that, and not so The Counterfelt Southerner Of course, there are many counterfeits. A most amusing imitation is one that often passes for the typical southerner in New York. This satchel-mouthed braggart infests the cafes and demands attention by his abusing the waiter for offending his delicate sense of honor. "I hate a nigger, suh," he loudly proclaims, which is a sentiment that one never hears from those to the manner born. He haunts the theaters and parades the streets, since it is poor fun to practise his gentility in private. He wears a wide black hat, mounts the table and yells whenever the band plays a southern melody. Such a pretentious caricature would be harmless enough, but for the ridicule he brings upon the south. Unfortunately, popular authors seem to accent him at face each morning! It's meat and bread to their souls. Then think of the lordly power, and don't forget the steady flow of money squeezed from the workman's hard earned pay envelope. But when these leaders "tie up" any industry no man can hold a job who refuses to pay fines even on trumped up charges, and steadily pay fees whatever they are. The workman is absolutely at the mercy of this band of men who have secured and hold control. Many and many an honest workman has raised his voice and appealed to his fellows to rise and throw off the yoke of Gompers, et al. But, as one writes, "At every convention of the American Federation of Labor, strong opposition comes up but at the critical moment the impassioned orator appears and most dramatically puts the spot light on the leader and covers him with a mawkish film of 'martydom' and the emotional delegates yell in delight, forgetting the instructions of the peaceful workingmen at home who desire to free themselves from the odium of membership under the great advocates of strike, boycott, violence and hate." So we see the unequalled insolence with which these trust leaders propose to "induce" ministers to pull their chestnuts from the fire by preaching modern aggressive and violent labor trust methods. There is a better way to secure justice for workers, as will appear further along. Just a little diversion here. I am charged with having first brought to the attention of the public some years ago, the name "Labor Trust." A trust is a combination of men or organizations for the purpose of selling their product at a profit and restricting production to effect it. We will say a large Oil Company gathers in smaller ones and thus controls production. The Labor Trust "gathers in" local trade organizations and thus has power to say how much work each man shall do. The Oil Company then fixes prices. The Labor Trust does likewise. The Oil Company may "use methods" to force an unwilling dealer to join. The Labor Trust men go further and slug the independent man if he tries to sell his labor without paying fees and "obeying orders." They are both exactly alike in purpose, which, in both cases is entirely selfish to gain power and money for the leaders. Certain Labor Trust members do not hesitate to use violence, dynamiting of property, burning homes of independent men and even murder to force obedience. The Oil Company doesn't go so far. Both are extremely dangerous to the welfare of people and communities, for power placed in the hands of a few men either representing Capital or Labor is almost always abused and the public suffers. Remember, reader, that your safety lies in strenuous opposition to all trusts which try to ride over and dictate to the people. Only by opposing their growth can you retain your personal liberty. Now to ministers. The average congregation is made up of about 90 per cent. of free citizens and much less than 10 per cent. of members of the Labor Trust. The free citizen wants to hear words defending the rights and independence of the common man, free from the arbitrary dictates of any self-seeking organization either of Capital or Labor. The merchant, lawyer, school teacher, doctor, clerk, farmer and workman rebels against any forcible stopping of trains, boats, street cars, or factories, for the prosperity of the community is entirely dependent on steady continuance of these things. Men don't like strikes, boycotts, injured workmen or burned cars and factories. A famous divine says: "These men may hate capitalists but their hate for other laboring men burns like a flame, eats like nitric acid, is malignant beyond all description." Then we remember cases of acid throwing, eyes gouged out, children pursued, women stripped, homes de- deep as that, and so on. The mission was looking hopeless when suddenly she darted from the shop and seized a passing gentleman by the hand. "Will you please come into this shop with me?" she asked innocently. "Certainly, my chickabiddy," he replied, "I can be of any use. What is it?" The little girl replied not, but led the wondering stranger to the counter. "There, miss!" she said, triumphantly. "Mother wants some ribbon the color of this gentleman's nose." value and exploit him in novels or plays where a "southerner" is a necessary part of the stage machinery. Everybody's Magazine. Wasted Sarcasm. The Philadelphia milk dealers who recently raised the price of their product to nine cents a quart and then lowered it again to eight appear to have been the subjects of a great deal of unjust censure. They announced at the time of the raise that milk could not be sold at eight cents without loss. Finding that the consumers would not pay the new price, however, they are continuing to sell at the old thereby qualifying as genuine philanthropists. Every purchaser of milk at eight cents a quart will doubtless hereafter feel that he is an object of charity. stroyed, men murdered and the long list of atrocities practised by Labor Trust members on other human beings who cannot agree with the trust methods. Now for the better way. Workingmen are now organizing in the old fashioned trades union on "guild" way, affiliated with the National Trades and Workers Association whose constitution provides arbitration of differences with agreement for no strikes, boycott, picketing or hateful coercion of any kind. This Trade Association has evolved from the experience of the past and is the highest order of Trades Unionism at the present day. Under its laws it is not possible for the Hod Carriers Union or the Street Sweepers Union to order the school teachers or locomotive engineers to quit work in a "sympathetic strike." If any craft finds injustice, the case is presented to properly selected arbitrators, testimony taken and the case presented to the public through the press. Thereupon public opinion, that greatest of all powers, makes itself felt and curiously enough a fair settlement is generally the result. There is no strike, no loss of wages, no loss to the community and yet the faithful workers get their just treatment. There are many details which have been worked out by men skilled in labor matters. It will recompense any interested man to know these details which can be secured by a postal request for constitution and by-laws written to the National Trades and Workers Association, Kingman Block, Battle Creek, Mich. Reader, look carefully into this great question of the relations of Capital and Labor and its successful solution. The new plan works and brings results for the members. I became so favorably impressed with the trustworthiness and practicability of the leaders of this new labor movement that I gave the Association a sanitarium at Battle Creek worth about $400,000 and with about 300 rooms, to be used as a home for their old members and the helpless babies, sometimes made fatherless by the pistol, club or boot heel of some member of the violent "Labor Trust." Suppose you attend church Labor Sunday and hear what your minister has to say in defense of the safety and rights of the common, everyday man. Let me ask you to read again a portion of one of my public articles printed a few years ago. "The people of the world have given me money enough to spend in these talks through the papers in trying to make better and safer conditions for the common people, whether the Postmum business runs or not. Scores of letters have come to me from work-people and others, some from union men recounting their sufferings from union domination and urging that their cases be laid before the public. It will not answer for us to only sympathize with the poor, the oppressed, those who haven't power enough to drive off tyrants and resent oppression, we must help them tie the hands of the oppressors. Americans must act. Some of my forebears in New England left comfortable homes, took with them the old flint locks, slept on the ground in rain and frost; hungry, footsore, and half clothed they grimly pushed on where the Eternal God of Human Liberty urged them. They wove for me and for you a mantle of freedom, woven in a loom where the shuttles were cannon balls and bullets and where swords were used to pick out the tangles in the yarn. These old, sturdy grandads of ours stood by that loom until the mantle was finished, then, stained with their life blood it was handed down to us. Shall I refuse to bear it on my shoulders because the wearing costs me a few dollars, and are you cowards enough to hide yours because some foreign labor union anarchist orders you to strip it off? I have faith that the blood of 1776 still coursing in your veins will tingle and call until you waken. Then Americans will Act." "There's a Reason." C. W. POST. W. N. MILLER, Editor. Residence 1401 West 23d Street. 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Clark Smith, wife and daughter by the pastor, officers and members of St. Paul A. M. E. Church, at the church, Monday night, Aug. 29. The church was beautifully decorated with cut flowers and palms. The tables were so arranged as to form the letter "F". Every department of the church was represented in a short, though interesting program which was listened to preceding the refreshments. The following spoke: Rev. J. T. Smith, pastor, was master of ceremonies, J. W. Thompson, represented the Stewards, Mrs. Lutty Brown, represented the Mite Missionary Society, Miss Lulu Covington represented the Senior choir, Mrs. Mattie Miller represented the Stewards board, Milton Perry represented the Junior choir, Thos. Glover represented the Trustees. The following resolutions were read by W. N. Miller on behalf of the whole church. Whereas, Prof. N. Clark Smith, bandmaster of Tuskegee Institute, who has spent his summer vacation in our city, his former home, among his vast number of friends and acquaint- Whereas, during his stay in our city he has seen fit to give his time, his talent and his wide and valued experience as a master trainer of music for the benefit of St. Paul A. M. E. Church, and Whereas, e deeply recognize in Prof. Smith one of the great master minds in music in our race, famous and renowned Therefore, be it resolved by the pastor, officers and members of St. Paul A. M. E. Church, of Wichita, Kansas, that we sincerely and earnestly extend to Prof. N. Clark Smith, our highest appreciation of his work in our church during his present summer vacation, and Be it further resolved, that a copy of these resolutions be spread on the minutes of this church, a copy be furnished Prof. Smith, a copy forwarded to Tuskogee Institute, and a copy be sent to the Searchlight for publication. Respectfully Submitted, W. N. MILLER, Chairman. Pay up! — Pay up!! — Pay up!!! LOCALS THE RESUME OF THIS WEEK Send your news notes and local happenings to CBI North Male Street. oJseph S. Webster has returned from Bristow and Muskogee, Okla., where he spent two weeks visiting relatives and friends. Mrs. Thos. G. Banks is reported very ill at her home, 1900 E. 9th street. Mrs. J. E. Duke and daughter have moved to Hutchinson where they will make their future home. Mrs. N. Howard was a visitor in the city from Hutchinson during the week. Mrs. S. Waters left Monday for a visit to Chicago. Chas. Price is visiting in Winfield. Mrs. A. Griggs gave a delightful picnic Tuesday afternoon at Riverside park. Rev. W. B. Nichols filled the pulpit at the A. M. E. Church Sunday. Mrs. Amanda Jones who has been visiting the past five weeks with her son, S. W. Jones and family left Saturday for her home in St. Joe, Mo. Mrs. F. Chiles is making a visit in Newton. Mrs. Katie Hilbert, who has been visiting with relatives in the city has returned to her home in Seattle, Wash. Mrs. Dave Clark of Topeka, is visiting in the city the guest of her former classmate, Mrs. Grant Ewing, 410 S. Washington. SELECTED DOCTORS. At a joint session of the Knights and Daughters of Tabor on Tuesday night, Dr. F. O. Harra Miller, 513 N. Main street and Dr. G. G. Brown were selected as medical examiners for all the Temples, Tabernacles and Tents in our city. Certificates issued by either of these doctors will be accepted by enter number. Mrs. Walls and Mrs. Morris Mayo, Jr., of Memphis, Tenn., were the pleasant guests of Mr. and Mrs. Morris Mayo, Sr., of this city. These ladies are en route to Kingfisher, Okla. WE DO NEAT JOB PRINTING AT 630 North Main St. Try Us. A LAVENDER LUNCHEON. Mrs. Frank Childs and Grant Ewing were hostesses at a four o'clock lunchon given in honor of the visiting ladies. The lavender scheme was carried out both in decorations, menu and waitresses. Two young ladies from the younger set served the guests. Miss Fanny Rowles who was very becoming dressed in a white lingerie gown and Miss Erma Clark looked sweet in a lavender crepon gown. Whist was played and Mrs. James received the prize for the highest score which was a large bunch of purple asters. The out of town guests were: Mrs. John Dodson and Mrs. James Hill of Chicago, Mrs. Cecil Thompson and Carrie Hunter of Kansas City, Mo., Mrs. Essex Allen of St. Joseph, Mo., and Miss Jessie Vivian of St. Charles, One of the swellest functions of the season was the reception given by Mesdames Thomas and C. A. Glover August 23, in honor of Miss Jessie Vivion, St. Charles, Mo. Mrs. James Talbot, St. Louis, Mo., and Mrs. Jack Dodson, of Chicago, Ill. About seventy-five ladies attended between the hours of 2 and 5 and the evening was given over to the young people which numbered about fifty. Red and white was the lovely color scheme carried out in the decorations, and the dainty menu served. Several ladies made a call on Mrs. Emma Claig who has been sick for several months and who resides with Mrs. Robt. Davis. The ladies held a short religious service with the sick with the result that Mrs. Claig professed religion and her husband was made more than happy. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. W. White entertained Prof. N. Clark Smith, wife and daughter, Anna, and Mrs. G. H. Young at dinner Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Dickerson and daughter Sally, were the guests of Mrs. Batty this week. St. Paul A. M. E. church is again free from debt. This fact was celebrated at the church last Sunday night by a sermon, songs, speechmaking and jollification. It was an event long to be remembered. Much credit is due pastor, officers and members for their work in again paying the full indebtedness held against this church. 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Main St. Phone 4162 Full line of Groceries and Meats Fresh Fish Every Friday and Satu Fred C. Love, Prop. PROCERIES, MEATS and General Merchandise We carry a full, fresh line of Staple and Fam- ceries and the choicest Fresh and Salt Meats. Our stock of Dry Goods, Men, Women and children's Shoes cannot be excelled in quali- in price. Free Deliver Tapp & Hanshaw 55 - 257 North Main Phones 25 DEN'S IMPERIAL FLO RAM — CORN MEAL — BREAKFAST With thirty-five years MILLING EXPERIENCE in Wichita, our products are the best that can be produced. Made from the best selected grain only, put up in Special Packages. YOUR GROCER: See that you get IMPERIAL MBODEN MILLING CO. Wichita, Kansas AM ABSTRACT In fact, we sell everything kept in a First-Class Grocery. WHY CAN'T WE SELL TO YOU? Makin Eye Drug Co. 517 N. Main St. - Wichita, Kan - Bell Phone 239 "SECOND TO NONE" PLEASES ALL GOOD BREAD MAKERS — AND WILL PLEASE YOU — IT IS AS WHITE AS SNOW — TRY IT THE OTTO WEISS ALFALFA STOCK and POULTRY FOOD are all guaranteed under the United States Law, Serial No. 13415 and under the Kansas State Law, Register No. 1. It Is The Cheapest and Best Food on the Market CENTRAL CASH MARKET 458 N. Main St. Phone 4163 Full line of Groceries and Meats Fresh Fish Every Friday and Saturday Fred C. Love, Prop. GROCERIES, MEATS We carry a full, fresh line of Staple and Fancy Groceries and the choicest Fresh and Salt Meat Our stock of Dry Goods, Men, Women and Children's Shoes cannot be excelled in quality or in price. Free Delivery IMBODEN'S IMPERIAL FLOUR GRAHAM - CORN MEAL - BREAKFAST FOOD With thirty-five years MILLING EXPERIENCE in Wichita, our products are the best that can be produced. Made from the best selected grain only, put up in Special Packages. ASK YOUR GROCER: See that you get IMPERIAL THE IMBODEN MILLING CO. Wichita, Kansas DEAM ABSTRACT CO. NORTH-WEST CORNER OF THE COURT HOUSE Bonded Abstractors trade with our Advertise Trade with our Advertisers It exctls in every respect, - color, flavor and pounds of bread per barrel. MADR BY WATSON MILL CO. High Class Surgery Special Attention Given to a Specialty Canine Practice All Calls Promptly Answered—Day or Night The Finest Equipped Hospital In the City Both Phones Office and Hospital 1730 236 K. Market St., Wichita, Ks. Kansas Milling Company Wichita, Kansas Matsger, President W. R. Tucker, Vice Pres. J. M. Moore, Vice Pree. C. W. Brown, Vice Pres. V. H. Branch, Cashier The Fourth National Bank Capital $200,000.00 Surplus $125,000.00 Fees: W R Tucker, W E Jett, R L Holmes, S B Amidon, J M Moore, L S Natsger, H W Dailing, A C Houaton, EG Sheldon, C W Brown J W Motz, E T Battin, Henry Lassen, V H Branch A General Banking Business Transacted --- IF YOU ARE CONSIDERING Decorating your house, we are prepared to furnish you to best quality of goods at right prices We handle Wall Paper, Burlap, and Lenoleum. For the next 30 days we will give a 10 per ct. discount on all orders taken by us. We furnish/ the latest patterns and best quality. Call Bell Phone 2246 or at 1537 Wabash W. H. PARKS, ```markdown ``` M. O. RUTHRAUFF, Proprietor Pine Grinding and Corn Shelling cur Specialty -- Prompt Delivery North Main Wichita, Kansas Searchlight Office is now At 630 N. Main. Give us a call Office Phone, Bell 2458 BICYCLES Base Ball, Fishing Tackles and Sporting Goods of all Kinds at Bicycle and Sporting Goods House 209 North Main Bell Phone 3641 Ind. Phone 801 onize those who "Ad" with us ..... Phones ..... INDEPENDENT 690 BELL ..... 2135 ORDER OF SERVICES St. Paul A. M. E. Church The following is the order of service of Sunday services at St. Paul A. M. E. Church. Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. Preaching at 11:00 a.m. A. C. E. League at 7:90 p.m. Preaching at 8:00 p.m. Special Music at each of th se services. The public is cordially invited to come out and worship with us. Rev. J. T. Smith, pastor. A very pleasant evening was spent at Young's nall, Tuesday evening, August 30, at an evening party given in honor of Misses Nettie Allen of St. Joe, Mo., and Miss Grace Gothard of Hutchinson, Kan. The eevning was spent in cards and dancing. At a late hour a dainty lunch was served. Those invited were: Misses Mary Holly, Bessie Frame, Susie Wilkins, Hazel Crouch, Ethel Teal of Wellington; Ono Moone of Wellington, Ethel Tapps, Florine Stames, Edita Thomas, Pauline Cox, Ruth Jones, Luella Goodseal, Elewene Stames, Jessie Wilson, Lena Rolland, Edna Tapp, Esther Hurst, Vema Isley, Ethel Stames, Royal Robinson, Beattrice Clayton, Viola Roberts, Irene Bettis, Lucille Thomas, Nettie Allen of St. Joe, Grace Gothard of Hutchinson, Isis Brooks; Messrs. Max Williams, Maylon Hall, Ben Butler Homer Thompson, Ernest Ford, Chas, Gaines, Floyd Porter, Ernest Clayton, Irick Washington, Maurice Jones, Teddie Allstock, Clarence Tapp, Donald Randolph, Aggie McCray, Adriel Underwood, Emmons Massey, Clarence Perry, Bernard Brooks, Jess Bright, Mr. Cane, Isiah Baker, Cecil Briley, Mose Walker, Ula Johnston, Carl Jordon, Lemuel Williams, Chester Anderson, Floyde Crouch and Augustus Underwood. Mrs. Tillie Tanner and Mrs. Viola Buford of Kansas City are the guests of Mrs. C. Lattimore. Mrs. Nannie Howard, Mrs. Orna Braden of Hutchinson were Wichita visitors Sunday. Mrs. Sarah Stames and two children left Sunday for Dover, Okla., to visit her mother. The concert given by the colored Y. M. C. A. at the Masoni chall, Tuesday night, was a grand success in every way. Miss Pauline Cox entertained at her home, No. 1155 N. Mosely avenue, with a three-course, six o'clock dinner Monday evening in honor of Miss Nettye Allen of St. Joseph, Mo., and Miss Grayce Gothard of Hutchinson, Kann. Those present were Misses Nettye Allen, Grayce Gothard, Lucylle Thomas, Viola Roberts, Ruth Jones, Isis Brooks and Pauline Cox. Misses Pauline Cox, Nettie Allen, and Isis Brooks were the guests of Miss Grace Gothard in Hutchinson Thursday. WINFIELD NEWS. Mrs. Arthur Nichols, Miss Minnie Brown, Taylor and Alexander attended the play at Arkansas City last evening. They report a grand success. Miss Naomi Burges of Iola, Kan., is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Allen Brown. Mrs. Allen Brown and young friends entertained for her niece, Miss Burges. The out of town guests were: Messrs. Jackson, Williams of Kansas City, Mr. Harvey of Arkansas City, Miss Lavena Franklin, Mabelle Douglass, Minnie Brown, Jennie North, Belle Sanders, Lelia Baldwin, Messrs. Arnold and Andy Grant, Berly Brown, Oscar Brown. Music was furnished by the Wood and Fox orchestra. All of the young people report a delightful evening. Mrs. Arthur Nichols has returned from Wichita where she PALMER'S CAFE 507 North Main Street Regular Meals - Short Order Furnished Rooms in Connection - Your Patronage Solicited - Mrs. Anna Palmer, Proprietor Peerless Steam Laundry Wichita's Oldest, Most Reliable and Best Laundry BEST LAUNDRY IN THE CITY Satisfaction Guaranteed Laundry Work Called and Delivered Phones 232 SELOVER & SONS, Props, 245 N. Market St Wichita, Kan Gear COLLEGE Sir D. L. Taylor Designer and Builder of Tent houses, Tabernacle houses and Temple houses. Frices in reach of all. Send your order to-day 829 East Center SALINA, HANSAS STIRLING CLOTHES MADE IN WICHITA Material Fit Style Workmanship GUARANTEED :-- YOUR TRADE SOLICITED :-- If we only tailored for a few dozen men, we would have to charge each an exorbitant price. We would have to take large profits from the few, instead of a very small one from each of our mang customers. This is why we can put into a suit for you at $15,00 to $35 what the other fellows charges you from $25,00 to $60,00 for. TAILORS 215 N. Main St, Wichita, Kas. spent two weeks as the guest of Mrs. G. W. White. Andrew Doty of Arkansas City, spent Sunday in Winfield. The ladies of the A. M. E. Church gave a social at the parsonage. It was well attended. Rev. Warden has returned home from an extended trip of four hundred miles. Anthony Monroe has returned from a three week's stay in Colorado. Mrs. Elvira Morgan is on the sick list. Little Miss Beatrice Wright is just recovering slight illness. Rev. R. E. Lee preached a strong sermon at the A. M. E. Church last Sunday evening. Oscar Brown has returned from a short stay at Great Bend. Arthur Palmer left for Arkansas Site where he will visit relatives City where he will visit relatives. Everybody is planning to attend the fair Thursday. Homer Holden, Mr. James Nichols and several others attended the baseball game at Wellington. The teams were Winfield and Wellington. Wellington came out ahead, winning the game. John Jackson, Alonzo Moore and wife, attended the grand session of the Masonic lodge at Coffeyville. They had a delightful time. Mr. and Mrs. Major Davis entertained Miss Lela Steel, Miss Anna Ratley of Hennessey, Okla., and Mr. Will Riley of Dover, Oklahoma, for dinner last Sunday at their residence, 1135 North Washington. Book on patents. "Hints to inventors." "Inventions needed." "Why some inventors fail." Send rough sketch or model for search of Patent Office records. Our Mr. Greeley was formerly. Acting Commissioner of Patents, and as such had full charge of the U. S. Patent Office. GREELEY & McINTIRE PATENT ATTORNEYS WASHINGTON, D. C. PATENT ATTORNEYS WASHINGTON, D. C. hygienic Restaurant 513 North Main Street C. C. Hickerson, Proprietor Open from 6 a. m. to 12 p. m. Short Orders At All Hours. Dinner 25c Good Sewing Machines CHEAP Sewing Machines From $2. Up All Repair Work Guaranteed Rapest Place in Wichita to Buy Second-Hand Sewing Machines Wichita Sewing Machine Repair Co. North Main St. (BELL PHONE 719) Wichita, Ks Chas. B. PATTON Merchant Tailor 605 North Main Street First-Class Making of Men's Garments, Cleaning, Pressing, and Reparing A Specialty Us Attention Bell Phone 3055 Hygienic Restaurant 513 North Main Street C. C. Hickerson, Proprietor Open from 6 a. m. to 12 p. m. Short Orders At All Hours. Dinner 25c Sewing Machines From $2. Up All Repair Work Guaranteed Cheapest Place in Wichita to Buy Second-Hand Sewing Machines 605 North Main Street First-Class Making of Men's Garments, Cleaning, Pressing, and Reparing A Specialty Courteous Attention Bell Phone 3055 " MODERN " CLEANING and DYE WORKS Dry and Steam Cleaning. Dyeing, Pressing, Repairing, and Alterations. Hats Cleaned and Blocked. Ladies' fine work a Specialty. Suits Pressed 50 Cents C. G. Hanson, Prop. Independent Phone 1286 Red St. Francis Ave., Bell Phone 2735 Wichita, Kansas FRESH BARBECURED MEATS EVERY DAY CLEANING and OYE WORKS Dry and Steam Cleaning, Dyeing, Pressing, Repairing, and Alterations. Hats Cleaned and Blocked. Ladies' fine work a Specialty. Suits Pressed 50 Cents Independent Phone 1286 Red Bell Phone 2735 110 St. Francis Ave., Wichita, Kansas FRESH Corner Pine and Main Street Mrs. Frank Wilkins. We Do Good JOB Printing STUBBS WAS MADE CHAIRMAN PRESIDED OVER REPUBLICAN PARTY COUNCIL AT TOPEKA. The Platform Holds Payne Tariff Law Unsatisfactory and Commands Acts of Inurgent Congressmen. Topeka, Kansas.—Adopting a platform holding the Jayne law unsatisfactory, and declaring the Republican party pledges had not been carried out, the Kansas Republican party council organized for business. The Republicans were convened at noon by Secretary of State C. E. Denton. Congressman Murdock nominated W. R. Stubbs for temporary chairman, but was ruled out of order by 'Chairman Denton on the theory that the statute does not provide for the election of a temporary chairman. An appeal was taken from the ruling of Chairman Denton, but was tabled before a vote was taken. Stubbs, however, was chosen chairman when the motion was withdrawn. The insurgents planned to name Gov. Stubbs as temporary chairman to be succeeded by Senator J. R. Cristow as permanent chairman. The platform commends the efforts president Taft made to get laws to fulfill the Republican national platform and pledges support for future work. In the stime paragraph the platform commends the fight on Cannon and Aldrich and says the tariff law is not a fulfillment of the national party pledges and demands a real revision. The platform declares for the direct election of United States senator and federal judge and the submit a state constitution amendment providing for the recall of all state officers and the initiative and referendum. The Kansts congressmen are to vote for a house rule which will make the house committee elective and follow the lines laid down by Theodore Roosevelt for conservation of national resources. CUMMINS HELPS LA FOLLETTE The Iowa Senator Charged Republican Party With Failure to Keep Party Pledges. La Crosse, Wis — Opening the campaign for the re-election of La Follette, Senator Albert Cummins, insurgent of Iowa, uncompromisingly flayed the standpat organization in the Republican party and the tariff law, for which he, with Senator La Follette refused to vote, as a most vicious measure. He forecasted the time would come when the American people would condemn those responsible for such laws and other wrongs to "eternal infamy." He charged the Republican party had not kept its pledges and declared that "leaders in both the senate and the house, sneeringly, contemptuously and deliberately repudiated the party's pledges and passed a tariff bill to please their business friends and betrayed the American people." MAYOR GANYOR GOES HOME He Has Left the Hospital and is Declared Out of the Doctor's Hands. New York, N. Y.—Mayor Gaynor was declared "out of the doctors hands" at his home in St. James, L. L., to which he had been removed from the Hoboken hospital during the day. When Dr. Parrish left Mr. Gaynor at 4 o'clock in the afternoon to return to New York, his only attendant outside of the family was Luke Clake, the male nurse who has been at his bedside since the shooting. Mr. Gaynor still finds difficulty in speaking plainly. It was explained that no attempt had been made to remove the bullet by an operation. THE FREIGHT RATE FIGHT ON The Hearing Involves 202 Transportation Lines—Shippers are. Organized to Oppose Schedule. Chicago, Illinois.—Nineteen lawyers representing big western railway systems, were present when the interstate commerce commission began its hearing of testimony bearing on the advance in railroad rates scheduled to go into effect November 1. The hearing involves 202 transportation lines in western trunk line. Trans-Missouri and Illinois freight committee territory, as well as the shipping interests. Cholera Spreads in Italy. Rome, Italy.—Twelve new cases af cholera and six deaths from the disease—were reported from the towns of San Ferdinando, Corignola, Margherita, Savoia, Trinitapoli, Barletta, Arani and Molfetta during the past 24 hours. Mary Ate Bath Perfume. Pittsburg, Pa. — Mary Rojesvsky, a Polish girl, employed by a wealthy East End family, is dangerously ill, the result of eating bath tablets. Sued for Divorce at 92. Wooster, Ohio.—Joseph Welch aged 92 years, of West Lebanon, Wayne count, was served with summons in a divorce suit, which was brought by Mrs. Priscilla Welch, who is 88. Mrs. Welch avers that her husband has been guilty of cruelty. A Tobacco Magnate Dead. Redlands, California.—George S. Meyers, 78 years old, and many times a millionaire, died at his home on Prospect Hill after an illness lasting more than four months. NO USE HENNY, YOUR TOES AINT LONG ENOUGH. PIN SCISSORS (NOW GET TEN PAILS O' WATER FOR THE EPHIELANTS. IF I KETCH YOU YOUNG FELLERS TRYIN'T SNEAK IN UNDER THE CANVAS I'M LIABLE TO SPUT TERBACCY JUICE IN YOUR EYES AND MIT YOU OVER THE HEAD HEAD Pete Bayrum's World's Grade Surkus Admiralin' To Pins ST. PAUL PIONEER CENTER WORLD'S PEACE MOVEMENT WORLD'S PEACE MOVEMENT INTERNATIONAL PARLIAMENTARY UNION MEETS AT BRUSSELS. Prominent Exponents of Peace From the Leading Nations of the World There. Brussels. — Another step in the world's peace movement is the meeting of the International Parliamentary union, which has opened in the city. It is attended by prominent exponents of universal peace for the leading nations of the world. Initiated in 1888 by William Randal Cremer, afterwards knighted for his services in the cause of peace, it grew from a meeting of a few representatives of the parliaments of France and Great Britain, until two years ago, when it met in Berlin, it brought together 900 men from 21 different countries. The union is divided into National branches, called groups, which have a permanent bureau at Brussels, of which Charles L. Lang of Christians is secretary. The American group, at the head of which is Richard Bartholdt of St. Louis, numbers about 200 congressman and senators. MENA NICARAGUAN PRESIDENT Jose Delores Estrada Has Turned the Government Over to Gen. Mena by Brother's Instructions. Managua, Nicaragua. — Jose Dolores Estrada, to whom President Madriz turned over the administration of the Nicaraguan government before fleeing the country, has retired from the presidency in favor of Gen. Luis Mena, who was designated by him as acting president of the republic. This change of administration was in accordance with instruction from Estrada, the head of the provinicial government and leader of the successful revolution against Madriz. Gen. Mena immediately took possession of the presidential mansion. THEY STILL BELIEVE IN COOK A Story Comes From Greenland That He is Now in the North to Bring Back His Records. Copenhagen, Den.—A letter from Godhaven Greenland says it is certain that Dr. Frederick A. Cook is on his way to find the records which he claims to have left in the North, Recently an American steamer stopped at Godhaven, for an hour apparently confirming the reports in the American papers about Dr. Cook having started for the Arctic regions to recover his instruments and papers. The letter says everybody in Greenland still believes that Dr. Cook reached the North pole and that some day he will return with the proofs. Heavy Iron Pipe Shipments. New York, N. Y.—Pipe companies of the Birmingham district are shipping heavy loads of cast iron pipe to the West and Southwest filling orders amounting to nearly $100,000 daily for pipe impromence in those sections. The Swedish Minister Quits. Stockholm, Sweden—Herman de Lagercrantz, the representative of Sweden at Washington since 1907, has resigned, according to an announcement made here, to look after his personal business in Sweden, where he has large interests. Atchison—Two train loads of new wheat were brought in on the Central branch. The Missouri Pacific expects to handle 6,000 carloads of wheat on that division this fall. KANSAS DEMOCRATIC PLATFORM The Party Council Declared the Patronage System a National and State Scandal. Topeka, Kansas.—Declaring that the corrupting system of patronage has become a national and a state scandal and that the evils of this system may be destroyed, the Democratic party council declared in favor of the election of all officers including United States senators, federal judges and postmasters by a direct vote of the people. Another plank adopted favored increasing the powers of the Interstate Commerce commission, "so that they shall have effective jurisdiction over all interstate business, including express telephones, telegraph companies and pipe lines." Two other planks declared for the publication of campaign contributions and expenses and for a maximum railroad passenger fare of two cents. THE SALT PALACE DESTROYED Scenic Feature of Salt Lake Destroyed by Fire—Defective Wiring the Cause. Salt Lake City, Utah—The Salt Palace, a structure built of salt, and one of the scenic features of Salt Lake, was destroyed by fire early in the morning, entailing an uninsured loss of $25,000. Defective wiring was the cause of the blaze. The Salt Palace had been used for a number of years as an amusement resort, and its bicycle saucer track was one of the finest of its kind in the world. The walls of the palace, built in 1899, were constructed of salt, hauled from Great Salt Lake and molded into solid blocks. TORNADO AT SMITH CENTER Accompanied by Hail It Laid Waste Tracft One Mile Wide and Eight Long. Smith Center, Kansas.—A tornado, combined with a terrific hail storm, laid waste an area a mile wide and eight or ten miles long north of this place. Outbuildings were broken to chips, barns were wrecked and houses moved from their foundations. Three were entirely shorn of their foliage by the hail which, coming with the wind, mowed to earth all growing vegetation. The loss will amount to many thousand dollars. Martial Law For Negroes. Huntington, W. Va.—Martial law was proclaimed here after three companies of the state militia had dispersed a crowd of over 1,500 rioters who were bent upon lynching John Wayne and Charles Clayburn, both negroes, now imprisoned in the county jail, charged with murder. Five Up in an Aeroplane. Lille, France—Louis Broget, the aviator, made an ascension with five passengers in his biplane here. The total weight sustained by his machine, including the gasoline, was 921 pounds. The feat is believed to be a world's record. Peaches From Cherry Tree. Rich Hill, Missouri.—W. H. Gilson, a fruit grower and farmer living west of Rich Hill, exhibited here some peaches gathered from a wild cherry tree on his farm. The peaches were grafted into the tree, which now bears a fruit that retains both the cherry and peach flavor. Denver Gets an Early Start. Denver, Colorado.—Already a movement has been started to capture for Denver the Democratic national convention for 1912. Secretary Wilson Gives Out His Thirteenth Annual Report—Great Prosperity for the Farmer. Washington, D. C.—The thirteenth annual report compiled under the direction of Secretary of Agriculture Wilson, announces that the year 1909 established a new record in the agricultural prosperity of the country. The individual crops, says the report, were large, while prices almost uniformly have been high. As a result it is declared that the value of farm products for the year is so "incomprehensibly large" that it has become "merely a row of figures." The total value for the year was $8,706,000,000, a gain over the year previous of $869,000,000. The gain for the year marks, in Mr. Wilson's opinion, a steady agricultural growth throughout the country. He points out that ten years ago the total value of the crops was only five and a half times the increase accounted for in a single year by this report. Imense advantage has come to the farmer through the period of prosperity, says Mr. Wilson. Mortgages have been paid off, heavy borrowings are almost unknown, and the farmer, as a general thing, is now standing on his own feet facing the future with confidence. Cotton is no longer the king of farm products in the United States, first place being yielded to corn by a margin of almost $900,000,000. The value of the corn crops is fixed at $1,720,000,000, while cotton, in the second place reaches only the $850,000,000 mark. Wheat comes third, with a value of about $725,000,000 at the farm. This drops hay definitely below wheat in value by a margin of about $50,000,000. The fifth crop in order is oats with a farm value of about $400,000,000, a new record for oats. WATSON FEARS AN ASSASSIN Believes Hardwick Plans to Shoot Him Trusting to the Governor for a Pardon. Thomson, Georgia—The climax of the fight which Thomas E. Watson once candidate for president on the populist ticket has been making on Congressman Hardwick came when he made the charge that Hardwick is planning his assassination in the belief that Hoke Smith, after he is inaugurated governor will pardon him as Gov. Patterson pardoned the slayer of Senator Carmack in Tennessee. "Hardwick purposes to take me at a disadvantage some day when I am not prepared for him, get the drop on me with a pistol or gun and shoot me," said Watson. "His mind is so disordered by long years of intemperance that he is capable of believing that he can kill me as old Duncan Cooper killed Carmack and that he would be pardoned by Gov. Smith as Carmack's assassination was pardoned by Gov. Patterson. THINKS VENUS IS INHABITED Prof. McMillan Says He Has Found Atmospheric Conditions There Similar to Our Own. Chicago, Illinois.—Venus, more probably than Mars, is inhabited by beings, according to a statement by Prof. Duncan McMillan of the astromontical department of the University of Chicago. Prof. McMillan offers proof to the support of his statement by saying he has found that atmospheric conditions surrounding the planet Venus are similar to those about the earth, hence in his opinion it is probable that that planet is inhabited, while it would be impossible to sustain life in the climate which he believes surrounds Mars. CORNER IN AUGUST COTTON The Shorts Were Pinched Until They Sent the Price to $20 Per Hundred PPoPunds. New York.—The price of cotton for August delivery was rushed up 318 points, or more than $15 a bale, to $20 a hundred pounds, the highest price reached since the Civil war. A back to $18 followed almost immediately. The flurry was due to a "corner" which started last winter and has extended through successive months. More cotton was sold for August delivery than could be obtained to fill contracts and as the buyers refused to settle, "shorts" were forced to bid the price up. Quotations for delivery in other months were only slightly affected. Telegraph Sympathy to Japan. Washington, D. C.—An expression of the sympathy of the American government and the people of the United States for Japan in the flood calamities in which hundreds lost their lives in Japan in the last few days was telegraphed by the department of state to the American ambassador at Tokio. Even a Kindling Wood Trust. New York. N. Y.—The government is preparing to begin actions against forty defendants as members of a kindling wood trust which is said to control a business of more than $25,000,000 a year. Tornado Hits North Dakota. Jamestown, N. D. — The town of Heaton, N. D., 17 miles west of Carrington, on the Turtle Lake branch of the Northern Pacific railway was struck by a tornado demolishing nearly the entire town. HE law of the table is beauty —a respect for the common soul of all the guests."—Emerson. "How green you are and fresh." —King John. Ideas for Porch, Garden, Excursion and Picnic Parties. This is the heyday of the picnic season, when we flee to the woods if we can; if not we satisfy ourselves with a day in the park, a supper on the beach, or a quiet porch party at home. The really enjoyable affairs are those arranged without much preparation. Wooden plates, aluminum forks, spoons and cups are not expensive and lighten the weight of the picnic basket. Paper napkins will be found to answer every purpose and are a great saving when laundry work bust be considered. As these outings are for special rest and health, care should be taken to provide only easily digested foods, especially where there are children. Older people may indulge in fancy dishes and highly seasoned salads, but the children should be spared. A cheap chafing dish is a convenience in which one may prepare a chipped beef, creamed; creamed eggs or rarebit. These, with bread and butter sandwiches, a simple salad and coffee, make a pleasant first course. Fruit alone may follow as dessert. Sandwiches are in endless variety these days. Chopped meat or fish rubbed to a paste with cream, butter or mayonnaise dressing and spread on thin slices of either brown or white bread, make a nourishing, wholesome sandwich. Sandfiches should be wrapped in waxed paper. Salad sandwiches are nice only when fresh, as standing only an hour will spoil their crispness and make them unpalatable. Fruits are always acceptable both as food and drink. They quench the thirst and satisfy the hunger without adding burden to the body. The salts and acids they contain cool and thin the blood. Tomatoes are easily carried and served on lettuce make a pleasant addition to a meat sandwich. Water is the best, most wholesome and cheapest drink. Lemonade is a great favorite, but should be used sparingly if serving other fruit in quantity. The lemon juice may be extracted and carried in a bottle. Garden and porch parties differ from picnics in both arrangements and serving. The kitchen being within easy reach, dainty entrees, salads and icees are possible to serve. One large table may be arranged on the porch or under the trees or small tables may be scattered about. If hot dishes are to be served the preparations may be made early in the day. Croquettes and cutlets may be fried, placed on a paper in the oven and reheated in a few minutes in a hot oven. Cold dishes like pressed chicken, deviled tongue, or salads are to be chosen by those who wish to entertain on small means and with limited help. Where wise forethought and planning are done forty persons may be nicely served by a single maid. NLESS some sweetness at the bottom lie Who cares for all the crinkling of the ple." "I am glad that my Adonis hath a sweet tooth in his head." Waldorf Salad. Take a cupful of celery shredded, two cupfuls of apple cut in dice, a half cup nut meats. Mix all together and serve on lettuce with a mayonnaise or a boiled dressing. When making apple pie put the apple without any sugar or seasoning into the crust and bake as usual. Slip a knife around the edge and remove the top crust; now add sugar, butter and nutmeg, seasoning to taste; put back the crust and serve. This method saves the loss of sugar and juice by boiling out in cooking. Another nice way to serve fried apples is to core them, cut across, making circular slices, put in a pan with a very little fat; sprinkle with sugar and cook slowly. A nice apple dumpling which is such a favorite with the children is made by preparing a biscuit dough; roll and cut in pieces large enough to cover a cored and peeled apple. Bake in a moderate oven and serve with sugar and cream. Frozen Pudding. 'Scald one cup of milk, add one and one-half cupfuls of sugar, stir until dissolved. Mix a tablespoonful of cornstarch with a little cold milk, cook all together ten minutes, add a beaten yolk of an egg, stir until well cooked, then add a pinch of salt, a teaspoonful of vanilla, a cupful of steamer raisins and a half cupful of chopped nuts. When cold add a pint of cream and freeze. Beach parties and basket picnics will be the chief attraction for the next two months. A few suggestions may prove helpful. Nellie Maxwell. UNION MAN Tramp—Help me, kind sk. I seen better days dan dis- Mr. Jinks—So have I. This is awful. by local applications, as they cannot read the eased portion of the car. There is only one cure deafness, and that is by constitutions. Deafness is caused by an inflamed�tute. When tube is inflamed you have a rumbling sound perfect hearing, and when it is entirely done it take out and this tube returned to its round, hearing will be destroyed forever, the out of ten are caused by Catarra, which is but an inflamed condition of the morgon. 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IN AGONY WITH ECZEMA "No tongue can tell how I suffered for five years with itching and bleeding cecum, until I was cured by the Cuticura Remedies, and I am so grateful I want the world to know, for what helped me will help others. My body and face were covered with sores. One day it would seem to be better, and then break out again with the most terrible pain and itching. I have been sick several times, but never in my life did I experience such awful suffering as with this eczema. I had made up my mind that death was near at hand, and I longed for that time when I would be at rest. I had tried many different doctors and medicines without success, and my mother brought me the Cuticura Remedies, insisting that I try them. I began to feel better after the first bath with Cuticura Soap, and one application of Cuticura Ointment. "I continued with the Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment, and have taken four bottles of Cuticura Resolvent, and consider myself well. This was nine years ago and I have had no return of the trouble since. Any person having any doubt about this wonderful cure by the Cuticura Remedies can write to my address. Mrs. Alite Etson, 93 Inn Road, Battle Creek, Mich., Oct. 16, 1909." OIL ON TROUBLED WATERS. STUDIO D.D.A. The Joker—What do you think of Paintem's painting of the ocean? The Artist—I thought the water looked too calm. The Joker—I guess it's the oil on it that does that. "Miss Bings," stammered the young man, "I called on you last night did I not? "What an odd question! Of course, you did." W-well, I just wanted to say that if I proposed to you I was drunk." LACK OF MONEY Was a Godsend in This Case. It is not always that a lack of money is a benefit. A lady of Green Forest, Ark., owes her health to the fact that she could not pay in advance the fee demanded by a specialist to treat her for stomach trouble. In telling of her case she says: "I had been treated by four different physicians during 10 years of stomach trouble. Lately I called on another who told me he could not cure me; that I had neuralgia of the stomach. Then I went to a specialist who told me I had catarrh of the stomach and said he could cure me in four months but would have to have his money down. I could not raise the necessary sum and in my extremity I was led to quit coffee and try Postum. "So I stopped coffee and gave Postum a thorough trial and the results have been magical. I now sleep well at night, something I had not done for a long time; the pain in my stomach is gone and I am a different woman. "I dreaded to quit coffee, because every time I had tried to stop it I suffered from severe headaches, so I continued to drink it although I had reason to believe it was injurious to me, and was the cause of my stomach trouble and extreme nervousness. But when I had Postum to shift to it was different. "To my surprise I did not miss coffee when I began to drink Postum. "Coffee had been steadily and surely killing me and I didn't fully realize what was doing it until I quit and changed to Postum." Ever read the above letter! A new sore appears from time to time. They are genuine, true, and full of human interest. P. O. ROBBERS ROUNDED UP ROBBER KANSAS POSTOFFICES AND SOLD PLUNDER IN WICHITA. SALES AMOUNT TO THOUSANDS Chief of Police and Prominent Banker Accused by Postoffice Author- ities of Marketing Stolen Stamps. Wichita, Kan.—Through the excellent work of federal officers a gang of postoffice robbers and safe blowers, which has been operating in the vicinity of Wichita for years, has been placed under arrest, and a "fence" which has made Wichita headquarters for one of the boldest gangs of criminal operators in history has been uncovered United States Marshal W. H. Mackey and Inspector John A. Elvin have for two or three years insisted that Wichita contained a clever "fence" through which postoffice robbers and other criminals doing business in the territory surrounding this city were given aid in escapes and were enabled to dispose of their stolen goods. Nine Robberies Since June. For several weeks Marshal Mackey and Mr. Elvin, postoffice inspector located in Wichita, have been working hard to develop the case which came to a head yesterday and upon which arrests were made last night and this morning. The officers were assisted in their investigations by A. M. Steadman, postoffice inspector located at Salina, and R. S. Bruer, postoffice inspector located at Hastings, Neb. Since the first of June postoffice robberies have occurred at Kanopolls, Woodbine, Dorrance, Paradise, Hope, Ransom, Burdick, Timken and Frederick, all in Kansas. The last robbery was at Frederick on August 17. From these robberies about $5,000 in postage stamps and over $700 in money were secured. The robbers were traced to Wichita where many of their stamps were disposed of under circumstances which make the present capture sensational almost beyond belief. Ten robber suspects are under arrest and several hundred dollars' worth of unsold stamps have been captured. Similar arrests have happened many times before in various parts of the United States, and for this reason these circumstances do not constitute the sensational part of the story. The sensation is in the fact that the federal officers accuse L. S. Naftzger, president of the Fourth National bank of Wichita, and a man of wide business prominence in the Southwest, of having received stolen stamps, thus making it possible for the postoffice robbers to dispose of their plunder. Although Mr. Naftzger stated that the stamp sales he had made to other parties were made only in small amounts there is claimed to be evidence that one of his sales was made to Professor H. Samuels, the eye specialist, and that $192 worth of stamps were disposed of in that transaction. There are reports also that two other sales said to have been made by Mr. Naftzger aggregated about $700. Professor Samuels has offices in the old Topeka avenue hotel, which he purchased recently and converted into an office building. Another sensation developed is the fact that Mr. Naftzger received the stamps from Frank S. Burt, chief of police, who got them from John Callahan, who is the head of the gang and who has for years enjoyed a strange immunity in Wichita, where he has been recognized openly as a notorious criminal, and where he now operates a joint known to the criminal element as "Callahan's Dump." Burt Refuses to Talk. Chief of Police Frank S. Burt stated yesterday that he had on separate occasions sold to the Fourth National bank stamps, just how many he is not able to say off hand. Asked what he had done with the money received, Mr. Burt said: "I shall not answer that question now. I'll tell that on the witness stand." Gov. Haskell Pardons Boy. Oklahoma City.—Governor Haskell gave a citizenship pardon to George Parris, sentenced on a forgery charge in Cherokee county in 1908. TO RAISE THE MAINE. Engineers Will Make Preliminary Survey of Sunken Battleship. Washington.—Engineers soon will be sent to Cuba to make a preliminary survey of the conditions of the battleship Maine, which was blown up in Havana harbor just before the Spanish war. This was decided today at the first meeting of the board of army engineers, appointed several weeks ago, under the authorization of congress to proceed with the removal of the wreck. "Lady, can youse give me a little gasoline?" "Fer the land's sake! You don't drink gasoline, do you?" "No, lady. I wants ter clean me gloves wit it." STUNG BY BASE INGRATITUDE Bowery Denizen Seemingly Had Right to Be Indignant at Old Friend's Attitude. "You remember dat guy, Jim Burke?" asked an irate Bowyer denzen. "He's dat stuff dat's doin' time up der river—Sing Sing—boiglary—ten years. Well, you know all I done fer dat stuff. When he was pinched didn't I put up der coin for der lawyers? Didn't I pay der witnesses? Sure I did. De oder day I t'inks I'll just go an' see dat mutt just t' leave him know his friend's ain't tied de can on 'im. So I drives out to d' jall and goes into d' warden's office and he says I gotter send me card in. Me card! Dye get dat? Well, anyway, I writes my name on a piece o' paper an' a guy takes it into Jim Burke, an' what d' you tink dat stuff tells dat guy to tell me? "I've no idea," said the listener. "I've no idea," said the listener. "He tells him," concluded the angry one, "tell me dat he ain't in!"—From Success Magazine. Senator Smoot of Utah tells a story on the late E. H. Harriman, which sounds somewhat familiar. He says that when the Salt Lake cut-off was completed Mr. Harriman took a large party of big railroad men out to it. They had their pictures taken at the right spot scenically. Mr. Harriman stood at one end of the group. When the pictures were printed and the photographer brought them around the railroad men examined them. "Why," shouted one of the guests, "where's Mr. Harriman?" "Do you mean that little chap that stood at the end?" asked the photographer. "Why, I cut him off." It takes a strong-minded spinster to believe that the reason men don't propose to her is that she never gives them a chance. Stomach Blood and Liver Troubles Much sickness starts with weak stomach, and consequent poor, impoverished blood. Nervous and pale-people lack good, rich, red blood. Their stomachs need invigorating for, after all, a man can be no stronger than his stomach. 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This theory is taken as proof that concentrated nicotine cannot destroy a typhoid germ. The medical department of the navy will examine into the theory with the result that midshipman of the future may confine themselves to their own pipes. Never say an ill thing of a person, when thou canst say a good thing of him; not only speak charitably, but feel so.-Elizabeth Fry. Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup. For children teething, softens the gums, reduces inflammation allays pain, cures wind colic. See a bottle. not talk about them.—Dr. Robertson Nicoll. Constipation causes and seriously aggravates many diseases. It is thoroughly cured by Dr. Pierce's Pellets. Tiny sugar-coated granules. By associating with some old people you may realize the truth of the saying. "The good die young." The discovery that he has invested in a salted mine is apt to make a man peppery. Lewis' Single Binder, the famous straight 5c cigar—annual sale 9,500,000. It's always a case of the survival of the fittest. 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Through the activity of women, in the anti-tuberculosis campaign, sanatoria and hospitals for the treatment of tuberculosis have been erected; traveling libraries have been circulated, posters, circulars and other kinds of literature have been distributed to the number of millions of pieces, thousands of lectures have been given, large sums of money have been secured, hundreds of needy cases have been helped; tuberculosis work has been started in many communities where no movement had existed; and millions of women have learned the dangers and methods of prevention of tuberculosis. The work of the women extends from the drawing-room of the rich to the homes of the poor, and embraces all classes, including the factory girl and millionaire. During the coming year a special campaign of lectures to women will be carried on in all parts of the United States. A man knows but little if he tells the missus all he knows. Tough Luck. "I thought you said this was a young chicken," remarked Newed, as he sawed away at a portion of the bird. "And I thought it was," rejoined his better half. "I looked in its mouth and it showed no indications of having cut a single tooth yet. The dealer must have imposed upon me." "Did he tell you it was a young chicken?" queried her husband. "No," replied Mrs. Newed. "But I'm sure he must have extracted its teeth before offering it for sale." The Witching Hour Claire—Jack told me he wanted to see you the worst possible way. Ethyl—And what did you say? Claire—I told him to come to breakfast soon morning. Clear white clothes are a sign that the housekeeper uses Red Cross Ball Blue. Large 2 oz. package, 5 cents. How many of us have cravings that never will be stilled, though we do not talk about them—Dr. Robertson Nicoll. Constipation causes and seriously aggravates many diseases. It is thoroughly cured by Dr. Pierce's Pellets. Tiny sugar-coated granules. By associating with some old people you may realize the truth of the saying, "The good die young." PUTNAM FADELESS DYES Color more goods brighter and faster colors than any other dye. One 10c package colors all fibers. They dye in cold water better than any other dye. You can dye any garment without riping apart. Write for free booklet - How to Dye, Bleach and Mix Colors. MONROE DRUG CO., Quincy, Illinois. Little, but. Oh. My! THE BESTSELLER A MEMORIAL BOOK FOR THE COLLEGE MEMORIAL MUSEUM THE BESTSELLER A MEMORIAL BOOK FOR THE COLLEGE MEMORIAL MUSEUM THE BESTSELLER A MEMORIAL BOOK FOR THE COLLEGE MEMORIAL MUSEUM Pine Gives Cadet Typhoid. Land sales and homebased entries increasing. No cessation in numbers going from United States. Wonderful opportunities remain for those who intend making Canada their home. New districts being opened up for settlement. Many farmers will net, this year, $10 to $15 per acre from their wheat crop. All the advantages of old settled countries are there. Good schools, churches, splendid markets, excellent railway facilities. See the grain exhibit at the different State and some of the County fairs. Letters similar to the following are received every day, testifying to satisfactory conditions; other districts are as favorably spoken of: Send for literature and ask the local Canadian Government Agents for Excursion Rates, best districts in which to locate, and when to go. J. S. CRAWFORD, No. 125 W. Ninth Street, Kansas City, Mo. THE Famous Rayo Lamp Once, Rayo used, always one The Rayo Lamp is a high grade lamp, sold at a low price. There are lamps that cost more, but there is no better lamp made at any price. Constructed of solid brass; nickel plated—easily kept clean; an ornament to any room in any house. There is nothing known to the art of lamp-making that can add to the value of the RAYO Lamp as a light-giving lamp, not at yours, write for descriptive circular to the nearest agency of the. ALCOHOL-3 PER CENT A Vegetable Preparation for Assimilating the Food and Regulating the Stomachs and Bowels of Promotes Digestion, Cheerfulness and Rest Contains neither Opium, Morphine nor Mineral NOT NARCOTIC Recipe of Old Dr.SANUEL PITCHER Pumpkin Seed - Alx Soma - Rohhella Salts - Amidol - Papermint - Bitternate Soda - Worm Seed - Clarified Sugar - Windgreen Flavor Aperfect Remedy for Constipation, Sour Stomach, Diarrhoea, Worms, Convulsions, Feverishness and LOSS OF SLEEP. Fac Simile Signature of Charl H. Wetcher. THE CENTAUR COMPANY, NEW YORK. A16 months old 35 Doses = 35 CENTS guaranteed under the Food and Exact Copy of Wrapper. WESTERN 160 ACRE FARMS IN WESTERN CANADA FREE 1910 Wheat Yield Be From 2 Land sales and homestead entries increasing. States. Wonderful opportunities remain for New districts being opened up for settlement. acre from their wheat crop. All the adven schools, churches, splendid markets, excellent different State and some of the County fairs. Letters similar to the following are conditions; other districts are as favorably sp THEY SENT FOR THEIR SON. Maldstone, Sask., Canada. Aug. 19, 1910. "My parents came here from Cedar Falls, Iowa. They came to Cedar Falls to visit my country they sent to Courd'Alee for me. I have an hometown near them, and my father sat on a bench at Douglas. WANTS SETTLER'S RATE FOR HIS STOCK. Settler, Alberta, July 31st, 1910. "Well I got up here with the stock and everything. Spring in up here with the stock and everything. Now I'm going back there now soon to get them and another car up here this fall. What I would like to do is go back to Canada and call back again, and when we return to Canada I will call at your office for our certificates." Yours truly, H. A. Wik. WILL MAKE HOME IN CANADA. Brainerd, Mim. Aug. 19, 1501. "I am going to Copenhagen to meet him. I intend to make my home there. My husband has been in the country, and he is cousin with the country; so he wants me to come to Copenhagen to meet him, and to land in Landes, and by his description of it, I will be there." Send for literature and ask the local Canal best districts in which to locate, and when to go. J. S. CRAWFORD, No. 125 W. THE Famous R Once, Ray The Rayo Lamp is There are hampshire price. Constructed ornament to any room of lamp-making giving device. Ever descriptive circular STAND. THE STEADY WHITE LIGHT FADELE any other dye. One 10c package colors all fibres for free booklet—How to Dye. Bleach and Mix Colors. The difference it may save your life. Cathartics, bird shot and cannon ball pills—tea spoon doses of cathartic medicines all depend on irritation of the bowels until they sweat enough to move. Cascarets strengthen the bowel muscles so they creep and crawl naturally. This means a cure and only through Cascarets you get it quickly and naturally. Cascarets—10s box—week's treat- ment. All druggists. Biggest seller in the world—million boxes a month. Everywhere in the world men shave with the Gillette KNOWN THE WORLD OVER ```markdown ``` PARKER'S HAIR BALSAM Cleaners and beautifies the hair. Promotes a luxurious growth. Never Fails to Restore Gray Hair to its Youthful Color. Qure soil, disses & hair falling. $5c. and $1.00 at Drugsgifts A CREOVE" HAIR RESTORER. PRICE For Infants and Children. The Kind You Have Always Bought Bears the Signature of Char. K. Flitchus In Use For Over Thirty Years CASTORIA THE CENTAUR COMPANY, NEW YORK CITY. BURN CANADA'S 10 CROPS Yield in Many Districts Will from 25 to 35 Bushels Per Acre Reasing. No cessation in numbers going from United main for those who intend making Canada their home. Element. Many farmers will net, this year, $10 to $15 per the advantages of old settled countries are there. Good excellent railway facilities. See the grain exhibit at the fairs. ing are received every day, testifying to satisfactory rably spoken of: My brother-in-law, Mr. Frank J. Zimmer, lives there and it was through him that we decided to locate in Canada." Mr. Bingham Henry Ehrigson TAKES HIS BROTHER-IN-LAW'S WORD FOR ITS Tarlors Falls, Minn. Aug. 2, 1970 Taylors Falls, Mim., Aug. 7, 1910. "I shall go to Camrose this Fall with my cattle and household goods. I got a poor crop here this year and my brother-in-law is coming. I want to come there. He formerly lived in Wilton, North Dakota. I am going to buy or take homeestead when I get back. I want to take my brother-in-law in word about the country, and want to get your low rate." Yours truly Pater A. Nelson. WANTS TO RETURN TO CANADA. p. 124, p. 125, Mahl, July 29th, 2010 "I went to Canada section of railroad and a homestead, quarter section of railroad and a homestead, have never taken up any land yet. I still hold the land, I still hold the states on account of my health. Please let me know at once if I can get the cheap rates to Ponoka, Alberta." Yours truly, Penny Peltz. y place. Vesta, Minn. local Canadian Government Agents for Excursion Rates, when to go. 125 W. Ninth Street, Kansas City, Mo. Rayo Lamp sec. Rayo ever, always one Lamp is a high grade lamp, sold at a low price. amps that cost more, but there is no better lamp made at any structured of solid brass; nickel plated—easily kept clean; as a room in any house. They are brought to the art thing that can add to the value of the RAO Lamp as a light. Every other even, but at yours, write for recruiting to the nearest agency of the STANDARD OIL COMPANY (Incorporated) LESS DYES all fibers. They dye in cold water better than any other dye. Colors. MONROE DRUG CO., Quincy, Illinois. FREE Send postal for Free Package of Paxtine. Better and more economical than liquid antiseptics FOR ALL TOILET USES. PAXTINE TOILET ANTISEPTIC Gives one a sweet breath; clean, white, germ-free teeth; antiseptically clean mouth and throat—purifies the breath after smoking—dispels all disagreeable perspiration and body odors—much appreciated by dainty women. A quick remedy for sore eyes and catarrh. A little Paxtine powder dissolved in a glass of hot water makes a delightful antiseptic solution, possessing extraordinary cleaning, germicidal and healing power, and absolutely harmless. Try a Sample. 50c. a large box at drunks or by mail. DANINE ely Old PRICE, $1.00, retail. Knights & Daughters KNIGHTS AND DAUGHTERS OF TABOR. 1910—GRAND OFFICERS—1911 REV. FRANK WILSON, C. G. M. Taborian Home, Route 8, Topeka, Kan. SIR D. L. TAVLOR V. G. M. SIR B. E. BAYLOR, V. G. M. 329 E. Center, Salina, Kan. MRS. EMMA GAINES, C. G. P. 1170 Filmore, Topeka, Kansas. MRS. LAURA LEE, V. G. P. Box 394, Weir, Kansas. SIR A. W. HOPKINS, C. G. S. 321 Dakota, Leavenworth, Kan. MRS. SARAH W. FORBES, C. G. R. 717 "C" St., Lincoln, Neb. SIR WILLIAM CORE, C. G. T. 1120 Lane, Topeka, Kan. MRS. BESSIE HALL, G. Q. M. 460 Horton, Ft. Scott, Kan. SIR C. M. JOHNSON, G. P. P. 3330 Maple, Omaha, Neb. REV. M. WOOTEN, C. G. O. 210 E. West, Hutchinson, Kan. MRS. PAULINE WOODFORK, C.G.Pr. 823 Freeman, Kansas City, Kan. SIR W. M. MILLER, General Attorney, 630 N. Main St., Wichita, Kansas. TEMPLES. Rev. Frank Wilson, C. G. M. 1—A. H. Richardson, Wefr, Kan., Sit W. M. Watkins; 1-3 Fri. 3—R. H. Cane, Atchison, Kan., Sir Jno. N. Davis, 521 "L,"; 1-3 Fri. 4—Evening Star, Omaha, Neb., Sir S. R. Jackson, care Frye Shoe Store; 1-3 Mon. 5—St. Luke, N. Topeka, Kan., Sir Joe Walker, 1220 West (north); 1-3 Thurs. 6—Humphrey, Omaha, Neb., Sir W. H. Jackson, 2515 N. 17th. 7—Mt. Nebo, Wichita, Kan., Sir Rev. S. S. Washington, 1524 N. Washington; 1-3 Fri. 8—St. Peters, Ft. Scott, Kan., Sir A. J. Bean, 309 Lowman; 1-3 Tues. 10—Mt. Horeb, Leavenworth, Kan., Sir Geo. Walker, 417 Kickapoo. 11—Taborian, Wichita, Kan., Sir W. N. Miller, 630 N. Main; 1-3 Thurs. 12—Moses Dickson, Parsons, Kan., Sir W. N. Williams, 220 Corping; 1-3 Thurs. 15—Silver Leaf, Salina, Kan., Sir J. C. Brown, 246 S. Phillips; 1-3 Thurs. 17—Golden Gate, Coffeyville, Kan., Sir G. W. Roberts. 19—Mt. Tabor, Lawrence, Kan., Sir J. E. Hughes, 1313 N. J. 22—Barak, Oswego, Kan., Sir L. R. Wilson; 2-4 Mon. 24—Jas. H. Bedford, Cherryvale, Kan., Sir Rev. J. W. Warren, 218 E. 7th. 25—Washington, Kansas City, Kan. Sir J. H. Downs, 422 Haskell; every Friday. 59—Sunnyside, Topeka, Kan., Sir Peter Davis, 1008 Washburn; 1-3 Thurs. 60—Jeffersonian, Topeka, Kan., Sir U. S. Grant, 120 Kansas; 1-3 Mon. 62—Nebraska, Lincoln, Neb., Sir E. D. Weaver, 1125 Saratoga. TABERNACLES. Rev. Frank Wilson, C. G. M. Mrs. Emma Gaines, C. G. P. 1—Queen of the West, Kansas City, Kan., Mrs. Marit Wilson, 945 Everett, 1-2 Wed. 2—Golden, Iola, Kan., Mrs. Sarah Crisp, 615 S. Chestnut; 2-4 Sat. 3—Mt. Hone, Wichita Kan., Mrs. 4-Helping Hand, Cherryvale, Kan. Mrs. Sadie Campbell, 616 W. 1st: 1-3 Thurs. 6—Rebecca Ann, Ottawa, Kan., Mrs. Catherine Glaspie, 128 N. Wabash; 1-3 Thurs. 7—Sunbeam, Saline, Kan., Mrs. Lillan Shobe, 437 S. 12th; 1-4 Fri. 9—Western Sun, Topeka, Kan., Mrs. Lulu Delley, 120 Kansas Ave; 1-3 Fri. 10—St. Maria, Lawrence, Kan., Mrs. P. Henderson, 820 N. Y.; 1-3 Wed. 11—Saba Meroe, Kansas City, Kan. Mrs. P. Woodfork, 823 Freeman; 1-3 Mon. 12—Golden Rule, Kansas City, Kansas, Mrs. B. Johnson, 211 Stew- war; 1-3 Thurs. 15—America Davis, Weir, Kan., Mrs. Maggie Stewart, Box 14; 2-4 Mon. 16—Silver Leaf, Parsons, Kan., Mrs. Lizzie Morton, 1308 Washington; 1-3 Wed. --- 222 17—Western Queen, Ft. Scott, Kan., Mrs. A. Masier, 817 E. Wall; 1-3 Sat. 18—St. Marie, Omaha, Neb., Mrs. E. W. Graham, 2112 Nicholas; 2-4 Thurs. 19—Amelia Levels, Omaha, Neb., Mrs. Ella Golden, 2302 N. 25th. 20—Maria, Ft. Scott, Kan., Mrs. P. Johnson, 501 Hyman; 1-3 Fri. 24—Charity Rose, Coffeyville, Kan.; Mrs. A. Garner, 704 E. 12th; 1-3 Wed. 28—Modern, Parsons, Kan., Mrs. D. Dorsey. 29—Crystal, Leavenworth, Kan., Mrs. H. La Tand, 407 Kickapoo; 1-3 Tue. 30—Victoria, Leavenworth, Kan., Mrs. R. Rivers, 607 Second; 1-3 Fri. 35—Golden Rule, So. Omaha, Neb., Mrs. Sadie Jones, 819 N. 27th; 1-3 Thurs. 37—Eutevator, Atchison, Kan., Mrs. Mary Grosby, 119 Commercial; 1-3 Fri. 38—Covenant, Weir, Kan., Mrs. L. F. Taylor, Box 394; 2-4 Wed. 52—Mt. Maria, Lawrence, Kan., Mrs. Josie Wear, 807 N. Y., 2-4 Thurs. 63—Fair West, Kansas City, Kan. 77—Pearly Rose, Topeka, Kan., Mrs. Susie O'Brien, 1180 Buchanan; 1-3 Wed. 85—Magdalene, Topeka, Kan., Mrs. F. Hardiman, 1801 Kansas; 2-4 Wed. 91—Golden Sheaf, Omaha, Neb., Mrs. Lula Rountree; 112 N. 19th. 92—St. Annis, Lincoln, Neb., Mrs. L. D. Davis, 1029 Rose. 93—Macedonia, N. Topeka, Kan., Mrs. S. A. Brown, 715 E. 11th; 1-3 Thurs. TENTS. TENTS. Rev. Frank Wilson, C. G. M. Mrs. Bessie Hall, G. Q. M. 1—Golden Leaf, Leavenworth, Kan. Mrs. Jennie Nichols, 418 Third; 4th Sat. 7 Moses Dickson, Wichita, Kan., Mrs. B. Davis, 1135 N. Washington, 1-3 Sat. 7—Lone Star, Yale, Kan., Mrs. Calie Lewis. 11—Golden, Atchison, Kan., Mrs. Carrie Brown, 920 N. 10th; 2-4 Sat. 11—Alice Tucker, So. Omaha, Neb., Mrs. I. M. Faulkner, 169 N. 31st; 1-3 Sat. 11—Viola, Lawrence, Kan., Mrs. Mary Brown, 325 Miss; 2-4 Sat. 14—Busy Bee, Atchison, Kan., Mrs. Aria Stone, 823 Main; 1-3 Sat. 15—Louisa Mae, Cherryvale, Kan., Mrs. M. E. Holt, 517 West Main. 16—Pearl, Wichita, Kan., Mrs. Anna Jones, 625 N. Wichita; 2-4 Sat. 17—Castle Rock, Weir, Kan., Mrs. H. H. Askins, Box 25. 18—Star of West, Salina, Kan., O. A. Murrell. 20—John Wilson, K. C., Kan., Mr. C. D. Dalton, 1228 Barnett; 2-4 Sat 21—Crystal, Leavenworth, Kan.; Mrs Ella McKennis, 217 Sherman, 2-4 Sat. 23—Clinging Rose, Lawrence, Kan., Mrs. Ada King, 722 N. Y., 3 sat. 36—Pride of Topeka, N. Topeka, Kan., Mrs. Nannia Shaw, 905 N. Taylor. 37—Pansy Blossom, Topeka, aKn., Mrs. Jennie McAdoo, 1501 N. Logan; 1-3 Sat. 45—Orange Rose, Kansas City, Kan., Mrs. P. Henderson, 312 Washington; 1-3 Sat. 46—Mayflower, Omaha, Neb., Mrs. L. Herrold, 2205 N. 25th ;1-3 Sat. 44—Rising Sun, Atchison, Kan., Mrs. Mary Delley, 120 Kansas. 8—Golden Eagle, Iola, Kan., Mrs. Sarah Mayes, 20 Campbell. 5—New Hope, Coffeyville, Mrs. Ada Gilbert, 405 Santa Fe., 2-4 Wed. PALATIUMS. Rev. Frank Wilson, C. G. M. Sir C. M. Johnson, G. P. P. 1—Light of the West, Omaha, Neb., Fred D. Early; 2-4 Fri. 2—Evening Star, Topeka, Kan., Ransom Taylor, 4th Thrus. 3—Moses Dickson, Atchison, Kan., W. H. Barnes, 4th Mon. 4—Queen City, Parsons, Kan., Lee Haliday. 5—Jewell Wilson, Lawrence, aKn., Chas. H. Kuntz. 6—Queen of Kansas, K. C., Kan., Milton Washington; 1-4 Thurs. NOTICE TABORS. If you do not receive the Searchlight regularly or if the name of your Temple, Tabernacle, Tent or Palatium does not appear in this directory, do not delay, but notify me at once. W. N. Miller, Editor, 630 N. Main, Wichita, Kan. The Wichita Searchlight, 630 N. Main St., Wichita, Kan. Only $1.00 per year. LOOK AT YOUR MANUAL. I lost my Manuel at the Omaha session; left it in the hall. Had name of Taberian Temple No. 11 and W. N. Miller on front fly leaf. Finder please return and claim reward. LoLok at your manuel. W. N. Miller, C. M., No. 11, 630 N. Main, Wichita, Kan. NEXT PLACE MEETING. The Grand Temple and Tabernacle, ansas-Nebraska jurisdiction, will meet next in Coffeyville, Kansas on the second Tuesday in July, 1911. WHY NOT PAY what you owe to the Searchlight? It is only a small sum. Call at our office 630 N Main and save us from bothering you with a collector. FORD'S HAIR POMADE THE OLD RELIABLE DRESSING FOR KINKY OR CURLY HAIR. IT'S USE MAKES STUBBORN, HARSH HAIR SOFTER, MORE PLIABLE AND GLOSSY, EASY TO COMB AND PUT UP IN ANY STYLE THE LENGTH WILL PERMIT. WRITE FOR TESTIMONIES, TELLING HOW THIS REMARKABLE REMEDY MAKES SHORT, KINKY HAIR GROW LONG AND WAVY. BEST POMADE ON THE MARKET FOR DANDRUFF, ITCHING OF THE SCALP AND FALLING OUT OF THE HAIR. BEWARE OF IMITATIONS, GET THE GENUINE, PUT UP IN 25+ AND 50+ BOTTLES WITH CHARLES FORD'S NAME ON EVERY PACKAGE. • SOLD BY DRUGGISTS. • IF YOUR DRUGGIST CANNOT SUPPLY YOU, WE WILL SEND IT TO YOU DIRECT AT THE FOLLOWING PRICES, SMALL SIZED BOTTLE, 25+ LARGE SIZED BOTTLE, 50+ THE OZONIZED OX MARROW CO. 216 LAKE ST. DEPT. 132 CHICAGO, ILL. AGENTS WANTED. HAS BOUGHT RESTAURANT. Christopher C, better known as "Bud" Hickerson, has bought the Hygienic Restaurant at 513 N. Main and is now in full charge of that popular eating place. "Bud" Hickerson is known far and near as being one of the best restaurant and Cafe men in these parts and every restaurant and cafe which he has conducted has been successful because "Bud" believes in and serves only the best and most seasonable cooked food to be found on the market. He is ready and open to feed hungry people either day or night and invites his friends and all people who want well cooked meals or short orders to give him a call at 513 N. Main Street. GOOD BARGAINS IN SEWING MA CHINES One of the most wonderful bargains in Sewing machines which has come to our knowledge in recent times are those offered by the Wichita Sewing Machine and Repair Co., at 326 N. Main street. We gave their store room at that address a call the other day and we saw good sewing machines which the Company would guarantee at prices from $1.50 up as high as one cared to go. This store fills a long felt want in our city among the average house-wife who needs a sewing machine, yet who is unable to pay the high price and on the stringent terms of the other. Aside from being able to get a good, cheap, sewing machine, this company also makes it a specialty to do all kinds of delicate machine repairing at living prices. They have all expert mechanics and every piece of their job work is thoroughly guaranteed. When down town give their store at 326 N. Main street a call. NEW MASONIC HALL FINISHED. The new Masonic Hall at 615 N. Main street is now finished and is opened to the public. This hall is a great compliment to the colored Masons of our city. Already several entertainments have been billed for that place. WESTERN UNIVERSITY FOR NEGROES IN THE WEST faculty of eighteen thoroughly equipped teachers from the leading Institutes in America. MAGNIFICENT BUILDINGS Steam Heated and Electric Lighted DEPARTMENTS Theological, Classical, Normal, Sub-Normal, Musical, State Industrial, embracing courses in Architecture, Carpentry, Mechanical Drawing, Printing, Book-binding, Tailoring, Business Courses, Dress making, Millinery, Cooking, Laundering and Farming. TOOK UMBRAGE AT ASPERSION. Citizens Resented Being Voted for as Town's "Meanest Man." Old Scrooge might be a philanthropic Carnegie alongside certain tight-wads in Mount Vernon, but William Friedberg has no license to determine publicly who are the men who would squeeze a dollar until the eagle yelled: "Help! I'm melting!" For conducting a voting contest to determine the meanest man in Mount Vernon Friedberg, who keeps a cigs store there, was fined five dollars by Judge Platt here. A warning went with the fine. Friedberg lives in Astoria, but does business in Mount Vernon. He placed in his window a placard: "Come in and vote for the meanest man in Mount Vernon!" This was followed by a list of names. Consplucous in the lot were the mayor and chief of police. Then came many solid and stald citizens. After every name was a number signifying the votes the owner of the name had received so far. Great was the wrath of the so-called "meanest men." Friedberg was ordered to take the sign out of the window, but he refused to do so. His indictment for libel followed. In court he pleaded guilty, but asserted he did not know he was violating any law. White Plains Cor, New York Sun. A "Young Mother" asks our opinion of "the alleged injurious effects of rocking on babies." We must frankly say that we consider it a brutal practice. As the father of a great many babies, of all ages, we never rocked on any of them intentionally, and we would probably be arrested if we expressed our full opinion of any woman who would presume to do so.—Lippincott's Magazine Somebody sent this to the society editor of the Cleveland Plain Dealer, and made afidavit that it really happened. Here it is: They were out at an afternoon card party. A stout woman dropped a card to the floor. "Would you be so kind as to pick up that card for me?" she inquired of the little woman at her right. "Certainly," said the accommodating woman at the right, picking up the card. "You see," explained the stout woman, "I've got on a brand new $50 corset, and I'm afraid I'll strain it if I lean over." "Hum!" commented the other woman, enviously. "If I had a $50 corset I'd wear it on the outside. I really would." Bakers in Germany are fond of making odd experiments, the following being reported from Dulsburg, 'in West phalia. At a children's party recently held in that town there was exhibited, and afterwards cut up and distributed among the youngsters present, a bread twist which for size at least has surely rarely been equaled. Weighing no less than 180 pounds, it had a breadth of six feet and a length of ten feet, and was thus found sufficient to supply a satisfactory afternoon collation to many as 500 boys and girls. Send for the S. P. C. C. Where She'd Wear It A Monster Loaf Prince Hall Grand Lodge leader of men. He is one of the progressive young men who go about their work intelligently, sincerely, honestly and firmly and who never know of the word fail. His administrations for the past three years have each been very successful and casts a complimentary tribute to him as Grand Master. The Grand Lodge completed the deal to buy the 80-acre tract of land for a Masonic Home. The next place of mee ing will be Salina in 1911. Messrs. Floyd Porter, Ula Johnson, Ben Butler, Bernard Brooks and the Misses Nettie Allen of St. Joe and Isis Brooks attended the reception in Hutchinson Thursday night given by the "Jolly Set." An old fashioned basket picnic will be given at McKinley park Monday, Sept. 5th. All the members of H. H. Ruth are urged to be present at the meeting to be held next Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 7th. Mrs. Lela Davis after an absence of six years is visiting in the city from Seattle, Wash. James J. Olden is erecting a six room apartment house on his property on the West Side at a cost of $1,500. Sensation In "Mystery Ship." Sydney, Australia, has had a novelty in the shape of a "mystery ship." An American steamer, the Coronet, arrived by night in the harbor unsignaled and unannounced. It was peopleled by a strange-looking crowd of men, women and children. The officers were dressed in clerical attire—long coats and white ties. Nobody was allowed on board save the government medical officer and the harbor master. The Sydney reporters ascertained that the ship is connected with the newest American seet, the "Holy Ghost and Us," whose head, a man named Stanford, claiming to be the reincarnated Elijah, is on board. The Coronet has been cruising for some months among the Pacific islands. A captain on an ocean liner soils the following story: Coming from the old country was a very nervous old lady who complained that she was sure there was a rat in her stateroom. "Keep it there, madam," said the captain. "But do you like rats?" asked she. "I've got a nest in my cabin," reported the brusque seaman, "and I never disturb them. When they leave the ship I do." "Why, you must be superstitious," urged the dame. "No, ma'am," wound up the captain. "I'm not, but the rats are." Ratat Would-Be Suicide Not Completely Nerved for Final Parting. With a groan of despair he made up his mind to die. Ruined financially, and with not a particle of hope for getting on his feet again, he realized that the only chance for his family escaping persecution and its attendant miseries was to obtain immediate use of his heavy life insurance. Furthermore, if he lingered on he would be unable to pay the premiums on his policies, which unfortunately were not old enough to carry themselves, so that they would forthwith lapse. Death, therefore, was the only solution to the problem. It was a decision the bitterness of which can only be understood by those forced by circumstances to confront it. He put on his hat and overcoat and went out of the house, lest the expression on his telltale countenance should betray to his loved ones his fell intention. While he was traversing the crowded streets he would consider the best and least suspicious modes of consummating his purpose. If he could encompass it so that the thing looked to the world like an accident, so much the better. There would then be no scandal. As he stepped from the curb to cross the street an automobile, driven by a reckless joy-riding chauffeur, came tearing around the corner at tiring speed. And the energetic leap which the would-be suicide made back to the sidewalk out of harm's way was a caution. IGH IN CIVILIZATION'S SCALL Jnknown Peoples of America Who Have Perished Utterly. Between the region occupied of old by the Aztecs and the realm far to the south over which the Incas ruled lies an immense stretch of territory, a thousand miles long and 800 wide, where the remains of unknown and wonderful civilizations are being discovered, says a writer in Van Norden's Magazine. This region extends from the northern boundaries of Peru to the southern limits of Costa Rica in one section alone along the coast of Ecuador six entirely unknown civilizations were recently brought to light by Prof. Marshall H. Saville, and a vast collection of relics has been brought to New York. This collection is to be the nucleus of a great American museum, which will represent the history of ancient peoples who attained an extraordinarily high degree of civilization, yet whose very existence has been hitherto lost in antiquity. The famed marble chairs of Rome at its zenith were not more symmetrical or beautifully carved than those of one of these unknown civilizations. No pottery of any other ancient race was more delicately patterned than that found in vast quantities, as numerous almost as pebbles, on the sites where these extinct peoples dwelt. Their cloth was of truly marvelous weave; in beauty of feathery richness of color and fineness of texture so fabric of to-day supposes it. Fools. What do you suppose tools were made for? That you might tread upon them, and starve them, and get the better of them in every possible way? By no means. They were made that wise people might take care of them. That is the true and plain fact concerning the relations of every strong and wise man to the world about him. He has his strength given him, not that he may crush the weak, but that he may support and guide them. In his own household he is to be the guide and support of his children; out of his household he is still to be the father, that is, the guide and support of the weak and the poor; not merely of the meritoriously weak and the innocently poor, but of the guilty and punishably poor; of the men who ought to have known better; of the poor who ought to be ashamed of themselves.—John Ruskin Pecullar African Race There is a peculiar sort of people living in northwest Rhodesia. These natives are small of stature, with large horns on their heads. The hora springs from the scalp, consists of the native's hair mixed with fat and filth, and is sometimes as much as 18 inches long. For the most part these Kafira live on the great open flats to be found on both sides of the Kafue river. They build their huts on the great anat heaps which appear like hills scattered over the flats. When the Kafue is in flood and the flats are changed into great lakes these people are safe in their huts on the ant heaps. Their cattle also take refuge on the ant heaps on which cern and meailles are likewise grown Getting Ahead of One's Self. "If I have anything to do that I par ticularly dislike, I start to work on it the first thing after breakfast, subordinating all routine work to that task," said a successful housekeeper recently. "One can expend enough nervous energy thinking about and worrying over an unpleasant duty to accomplish it. When it is finished and off one's mind early in the day, one gets ahead of one's self, so to speak."