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The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1868-12-18

We say to our customers that we must collect
our debts.
DIALOGUE.
FRAKER-Your account is past due and
must be paid.
CUSTOMER have my taxes 10 pay
Eve have taxes to pay, besides we have
debts to pay, whether we pay our taxes or not
CT have only money enough to pay my tax
es and can't pay you noto.
F.-Your taxes can run Odays without cost,
and your account cannot.
We appeal to the good sense of all. honorable
men to say whether it is hdS1eSt to contract to
pay for goods by certain time, and then be-
cause you cannot pay your taxes the non-pay-
ment of which would not violate your person.
al word of honor) and your store bills, you pay
your taxes and leave your other debts unpaid
so that when you come to town you have to go
to some ether store to trade, and dodge around
the street corners to avoid meeting men with
whom You acted in bad faith.
Soft Yours truly, FRAKER & PEYToN.
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That genial gentleman and accomplished
typo, F. E. Smith, of Cottonwood Falls, called
on us last Wednesday. He was with Capt.
Darling's party engaged in the survey of the
north boundary line of New Mexico, and has
just returned, somewhat bronzed and weather.
beaten, but the same old Frank we used to
stick type with. He showed us quite q num-
Der of mineral specimens. among which was a
good article of Anthracite Coal, and valu-
able Moss Agate. He also had specimens of
pottery ware which he picked up on the site of
some ancient city. the inhabitants of which
lived before Columbus. The pottery was
somew hat lowered, but was of rather poor
quality. The hot boiling sulphur spring of
PagOsa, at the base ofthe San Juan Mountains.
is destined to be the greatest thing of the age.
Altogether, the country is wonderful and
rich one, but we must stop, as we shall antici-
pate Frank, who we hope will soon lay before
our readers some account of his trip.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1868-12-18

DIR. THOMAS G. CHAMBERs.-It is with
sincere sorrow that we announce the
death of this young and promising ply
stefan, brother of A. d. Chambers, our
County Superintendent elect
He came just one year ago to Hart
ford, in this county, hoping change of
climate would restore his failing health !;
and for a few months his hopes seemed
likely to be realized. But the change
full weather of this fall and winter were
too much for his frail constitution, and
he sank suddenly, closing his career
December 7th, 1868, while his brother,
Prof. Chambers, was absent from home
attending to his official duties. The
loss of young men of education and in
f1uence is felt In any community, and
Hartford especially will miss physi-
clan who had endeared himself to all
that made his acquaintance. The COM
munity in which he resided showed
their respect for the deceased by the
large company that braved the storm to
attend the funeral services; and they
sympathiZe with the relatives of the
deceased in their bereavement and sor-
row.
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ROAD NOTICE.

NOTICE is hereby given that petition win
IN be presented to the Board of County Com
missioners of Lyon county, Kansas, ON Mon
day, the 18th day of January, A ID. 1859, for q
change In county road from EmpoFia to
Americas, as follows: Commencing where said
road crosses the EeOsho river at what is known
as the tsStubbs Ford, - on the southeast quar-
ing along the north bank of said river to the
center Of said section "A; thence north to the
center OF section 13, town IS, range 10; thence
west 70 the west line Of said section Is, inter-
seeting the old road, for which your petitioners
viii ever pray. LEWIS HAVERx
61-52 Principal petitioner.
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We call attention to the advertisement of
the Scientific Anaeric aR in another column of
to-day's paper. This is one of the most valua-
BILE and instructive papers in the world. 1t is
a weekly journal Of practical information, art,
science, mechanics, chemistry and manufact-
ures. 1t is a marvel of cheapness in these
times of high prices. They give two columns
Of 4l6 large quarto pages full of valuable
reading matter and fine illustrations, for S3
per annum.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1868-12-18
Winter Gonds.

whitley & Truit have just received large
stock of cheap and desirable winter goods,
which they are selling of at very low rates.
Give them call soon If you wish first choice.
Their stock is the largest and most complete to
be found in Emporia, consisting, in part, OF
cloths, cassimeres, staple and fancy dress goods
of all styles and prices, staple and fancy dry
goods, notions, hoods, nubias, scarfs, shawls
and eloaks, ladies' furs, at 80 to $12 per set,
gents fur gloves, and collars, hats and caps,
boots and shoes, and ready made clothing,
such as fine beaver, cashmere and other fine
suits, to 1T all, both great and small; also q
large stock Of overcOats at all prices from six
to thirty dollars; also full line OF family gro
ceries.
They offer great inducements to traders and
large dealers from the country. They are also
agents for the Lawrence Wooden Factory, and
have large stock of yarn, blankets, jeans,
fannels, tweeds, coveFlets. &C., &c.
Remember the place, the old stone corner.
46-tf
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RETURNED.-Professo Kellogg and
family returned from their visit to the
East on last Tuesday, and received a
hearty welcome from the members of
the Normal School and their numerous
friends in town, a welcome in which
we are happy to join. Mr.. Kellogg is
looking better physically than we have
ever seen him before, and has resumed
his enthusiastic labors for the cause of
education.
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Itch, Itch:Itch! Scratch no More

Who would endure the mfseries of this dis
gushing disease, when for the sum of fifty cents,
and by the application of neat preparation
they may certainly and speedily be relieved
therefrom: Such remedy is the Itch Oint
ment. manufactured by Geo. Lcis, druggist and
Chemist, Lawrence, Kansas. BE sure to ask
for Leis', and take no other
For sale by all druggists throughout the
State.
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NOTICE

OLIVE NJ. DAWSON of the State Of Califor-
" MIA, and whose particular place of resi-
dence Is unknown and cannot be ascertained
by this defendant, is notified that George X
Dawson, did on the 18th day of December A.
ID. 1858, filed his petition in the office Of the
Clerk Of the District Court, in and for said
county of Lyon and State of Kansas, setting
forth marriage with the said Olive NJ. Daw-
son, and that she has been wiIlfully absent
from said George K. Dawson for more than one
year preceding the 10th day Of December. A.
ID. 1863. and also charging said Olive NJ. Daw-
son with adultery with one Henry Washburne,
and asking that he may be divorced from the
said Olive NJ. Dawson and said petition will
stand for hearing at the March term, 4. d. 1S-
50. of said court. ?
Dated this 18th day of December, A. D. 1868.
III. c. CROSS.
5 11-5l-12-4 Attorney for Plaintiff.
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HOLIDAYS are Coming.

And Santa Claus has arrived with the largest
variety of Holiday Toys, Confectioneries,
Games and Home Amusements ever brought
to Southern Kansas. New and entertaining
social games for old and young.
Santa Claus has established his headquar-
tiers at the Book Store, Emporia. Call and ex-
anime his novelties. 51-52 +. b. SMITH
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GREAT BARGAINS AT AMER
ICITS

am now selling all my goods VERY Low
to make room for my spring stock. For sixty
hays after january IstI will sell my. winter
goods AT COST, FOR CASH!
All persons knowing themselves to be indebt-
ed to me, are requested to call and settle by the
1st of January, if possible, as wish to square
up at that time 80
I am compelled by the stringency of the
times to return to a strictly CASH business,
and after the LIST of January no credit will be
given. 1852 j d. GIBSON.
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Money Wanted.

Being compelled to raise a considerable
amount of money by the last of this month we
would earnestly ask all persons indebted to us
to settle up Immediately. All accounts that
are not settled by the first Of January, 1863,
will be sued on without exception.
51-1t G. s. FORD, & Co.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1868-12-18

A portion of the citizens of Kan sas
City are seriously agitating the gus
ton of annexation to this State. They
consider that as their interests are more
identified with Kansas than Missouri,
it is best to follow their interests. A
very sensible conclusion, indeed.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1868-12-18
A FACT WORTH NOTICING,

Is that we have now on free exhibition in our
new Fine Art Gallery a large and choice Sc
lection of oil paintings, foreign and American
eromos, fine engravings, elegant mOuldings in
gilt rosewood and gilt walnut, and imitation
walnut, oval frames, bronzes, Bohemian ware
in vases and toilet sets. fine busts, figures. ped
estals and brackets in imitation marble, hang
ing caskets, odOr Baskets, viniagrettes, beauti-
full work boxes. watch stands, and in fact, a
great many articles not usually brought to this
country
Please notice this fact
Parties from Leavenworth and Topeka in
form us that there is no such stock Of fine paint
tngs, chrOnaos, engrGuiags and mouldiugs in
the State.
We are offering oil paintaings at from $40 to
S125, and chromos and engravings at from 50
to $40, all most elegantly framed. These pic
lures we propose to sell as low as they can be
bought in any market in the United States,
our purchases being made in New York and
Boston, direct from importers, publishers and
manufacturers. BATES & PERLEY.
Emporia, December 4, 1868.
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New Goods! Now GOodsi

Waskey and Hurst are receiving the largest
stock of dry goods, clothing, boots and shoes,
hats and caps, groceries, notions, ever brought
to southern Kansas, direct from New York. the
head of the market. and we ask everybody to
call and examine our stock and prices and sat
isfy themselves that 1853 Commercial Street is
the place to invest their money to the best adj
vantage. WASKEY & HURST.
37-tf Sept. 18th 1868.
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Please Helm MS a Little.

think Mr.. Fraker's dialogue a good thing,
and would like to have some of our custom
ers read it, and if we have complied with our
part of the contract, please come around and
tell us why it is that you have not complied
with your part, and don't shun us because we
helped you in time Of need.
5I-52 g. w. FREDERICK,
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Christmas Is coming. The largest and finest
lot Of toys and gift books ever brought to En-
poria just opened at Mrs. F. b. Smiths book
store. No such assortment was ever offered
before. Every taste can be suited and every
purse is large enough to get present. Read
her local notice.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1868-12-18

Professor jackson, who gave seances one
night last summer, at the Court House, came
to grief the other day at st. Louis. He held
forth for several nights in st. Louis. when a
juggler undertook to expose his trick of un-
tying himself. The juggler found a small pen
knife in his boot leg and n second rope about
his person. His show at this place was the
richest thing out. The boys went for him.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1868-12-18

The late storm demonstrated that if we
should be visited with a long severe storm
there would be great deal OF suffering both
in town and country. People should make a
better preparation to pass through the winter,
as we will undoubtedly have severe storm
once in a while, IL we do live in the Italy of
America
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1868-12-18

The chorus class, under the direction of Prof.
II. j. Stimson. will give Vocal and Instru-
mental Concert on January 9Th, 1859. Its
needless for us to speak of Pref StimsOn's
musical abilities, as he is well known in most
parts OF the State. We can say that this en-
tertainment will be the very best Of the season.
This class is composed Of the best musicians in
the village and it will be both pleasant and
entertainfn0 st.ft
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To whom it Nav CONCERN.

Persons knowing themselves indebted to me-
will please call and settle their accounts imme-
diately, as am very much in need of the mon-
ey. You will find my shop in the new build
ing one door south of Haliberg's.
1852 GEORGE KRAFT.
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ROAD NOTICE.

NOTICE Is hereby given that petition will
IN be presented to the Board of county Com
missioners at the January meeting, 1859, for
the establishment of a county road, commence
ing at the northeast corner Of section 49, town
10, range Ia; thence running west on section
line the w atorIoo road, thou0s- the
most practical route to Forest Hill.
VIM. STILLINQS.
51-52 Samuel Medium and others.
Neosho Rapids, December 10th, 1868.
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Business in town has improved very much
since the storm, and our streets are daily
thronged with people from the country. Goods
are arriving from the East, and our merchants
getting in large stocks for the winter trade.
We hope the severest part of the winter is over
and that our roads will not he again blOckaded.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1868-12-18

We published q statement last week that sir.
T. +. Little had made q thousand gallons of
sorghum syrup this fall. We learn since that
he has made eighteen hundred gallons. We
stand corrected.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1868-12-18

While you are acknowledgement through the
mud in search Of something to wear on your
head, remember that Lehnhard has just
received a new stock Of hats and caps.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1868-12-18

Perhaps no one medi.
cine is so universally re-
quired by everybody as
o cathartie, nor was ever
any before so universal
ly adopted into use, in
every country and among
all classes, as this mild
but efficient puI1gative
PiII. The obvious rea-
son Is, that it is a more re-
liable and far more effec-
tual remedy than any
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1868-12-18
Normal SchooI.--Announcement

The winter term of the Normal
School will begin on Monday, the 4th
day of January next. Applications for
admission, and for rooms in the Board.
ing House may now be made. Students
from abroad must make their ARRANGE
ments to reach Emporia the Saturday be-
fore the school commences. Every
member Of the school should be present
on the first morning Of the term.
L. b. KELLOGG.
III. b. NORTON.
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For Agricultural Implements
Go to the Cincinnati Hardware Store, 1876
Commercial street, near the court house Att
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Diseased Horses and Cattle.

Use Geo. Leis' Celebrated Condition Powders,
the great American remedy for diseases of
Horses and Cattle, recommended by Veterinary
Surgeons, Livery Stable-keepers, Stock Raisers
and everybody who has tried it.
Ask for Leis'; take no other.
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OUR ooUNc1L GROVE LETTER.

DEAR NEWS: Communication is opened Mt
last with Junction City and Emporia, but no
mails have arrived from the East since the
storm of last Saturday and Sunday. The snow
here fell to the depth Of fully eighteen inches;
at some places in the vicinity it is said to be
two feet deep. The drifts make the roads al
most impossible. The cold since the storm has
been intense; 20 degrees below zero on Thurs
day night. Notwithstanding the Indictment
season preparations are going forward for the
appropriate celebration of Christmas by the
Sunday school and community. There is to be
Christmas tree, music, etc., and a pleasant
time is expected. 1 have heard nothing said
Of the usual Christmas ball.
Every one who knows anything about Coun-
ell Grove knew J. H. Robbins, an early settler
and for many years County Clerk and Justice
of the Peace, and will regret to learn Of his
death on the 31st of November. On Wednes-
day his funeral was attended by the largest as
semblage ever held in the place. The whole
county seemed to have gathered to pay the last
tribute Of respect to one who though Demo-
crat was always a kindly and pleasant gentle
man, and promptly and faithfully fulfilled his
official duties. Little round-face boys looked
curiousy at the still face till look of awe stole
over them; strong men were moved from their
| composure, and gentle ladies shed tears. Rev.
j. Spencer conducted the services, and nearly
| the whole congregation followed the mourners
to the grave, where he rests beside his lament
ed wife who died some years ago, and around
| whose grave his care had kept her favorite
| flowers blooming And it seems to me very
affecting to know that her favorite vegetables
were also planted there and suffered to mature
and decay, while he kept the little enclosure in
perfect order by daily visits; the more that he
was genuine Western man, cheerful and ge-
NAL, almost jolly, in manners and appearance.
| -.'In the hereafter angels may
| Roll the stone from the grave away
and re-unite those separated so long. Surely
| such love should be eternal and find its frui-
ton in Eternity.
The town is very quiet, but there is a heavy
business doing IN wood, but no eXeit Int
The weather is favorable for keeping cool.
Major Slower and General Mcmillan have
gone to Washington on business relating to tn,
Indians and the Indian lands. They will b.
| gone some weeks. VAYLE VERNON.
i Council Grove, December 18th. -
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II you want your watch fixed call on Fry.
II you want q nice holiday gift call on Fry.
Fry has . fine stock Of watches, clocks, jewel
~, ETC., etc. Go and see him.
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HARDWARE STORE, near the court house is the
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1868-12-18
Pure Wines !!

Kentucky Whisky, and genuine Otard. Dupuy
& Co. Brandy, can be had for Medicinal pur-
poses, at BATES & PERLEY's.
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WanteG
Paw UD---Pay.

At j. c. Hall & Bros mink skins and other
furs for cash or goods. soft
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The first examination Of teachers for Lyon
county for the year 1869 will be held in EN-
pOria, at the district school house, the 1st Sat
urday In January ID, ut o q. M.
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Cartridges.

Spencer, Henry. Smith and Wesson Rifle Car
tridges, Smith, Wesson and Colts Pistol Car
tridges, for sale by B. 7. Wright at the Hard
ware store, near the court house. 46-tf
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We have received, from the publishers, the
Star SpangLed Banner for january. With
this number it enters upon its seventh volume,
and is enlarged and improved, giving nearly
double the former amount of matter. 1t is a
rich, rare and raey sheet of 40 long columns
and large pages, illustrated, and is really
the cheapest paper in the country Its pub
fishers present, gratis, to every subscriber a
splendid engravira, anu the price of all is only
10 cents. Specimens can be seen at this office,
or will be sent free by addressing
STAR SPANGLED BANNER.
HinsdaIe N IT
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The Kansas Daily State Record has been
enlarged to q seven column paper, and some
what improved in appearance.
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II you want q nice GUN and SHOOTING
RIG, go to WRIGHTs HARDWARE STORE, 1855
Commercial street u-zk
Emporia, September ., 1868.
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To owners of McCOrmick's Ma
chimes.

keep supply of repairs on hand for Nc
COrmicks Reapers and Mowers, and am ready.
to dispose of them at manufacturers prices,
with freight added. = i'll CATTERSON,
24-tf Agent, Emporia, Kansa
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In passing Geo. Leis' drug store yesterday
we found him, as usual, engaged in packing
large quantity Of his celebrated Condition
Powders to fill heavy order from wholesale
drug house in st. Louis. Scarcely q week
passes but he receives a number Of orders from
that city. and other towns Of Missouri. That
State has already used up an immense amount
Of Leis' Condition Powder. It promises soon
TO be as popular asi is In Kansas. This pop
ularityis all the evidence that could be asked
OF the merits Of this valuable remedy.-LG,c-
renee Iri6HHe.
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Wright

Is going to have first-class Gun Smith at work
at his Hardware Store, 1876 Commercial street,
before long. 42-tf
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Bates & PerIev

Are now receiving large additions to their
mammoth stock Of Drugs, Medicines, &C., and
are prepared to furnish dealers west and south
at low prices. We have the largest stock in
the VALLEY.
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Elder Brown will commence protracted
meeting at the Lockerman school house Christ
mas Eve. at lamp lighting. All are invited to
attend.
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A large drove of Texas horses passed through
town on last Wednesday, on their way tc
LeaYenworth.
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Miss Lizzie Ella, resident Of this place, and
. graduate Of the State Normal School, is teach
ing q school Of 45 colored scholars at Grass
hopper Falls, and is succeeding admirably.
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WanfRd.

At j. c. Hall & Bros 700 pounds of pork al
so 100 bushels of corn for which we will pay
the highest market price in goods. soft
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bohemian Toilet Sets.

French Wax Boxes, Jewel Baskets, Fine Per
fumeries, and Imported Brushes, at
BATES & PERLEY,s.
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VIM Kellar killed an elk on Middle creek,
Chase county. weighing over 700 pounds
; dressed
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Anything that you want in the HARDWARE
line you had better go to the Cincinnati Hard
ware Store after it. No IS6 Commercial street.
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The ladies Of the Methodist church will give
q supper at their church on wednesday the
3Oth OF December. All are invited.
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For Sale.

d. Two full blooded Durham bulls, four years
old, six miles east of Cottonwood Falls
51-tf GEO. w. ESTES.