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The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Mr.. F. A. Sewers, senior editer and proprie-
tor Of the Wichita Vidette, called at our Office
on Monday last. We were pleased to meet MIR.
S., and to glance over his sprightly paper, a
copy Of the first number Of which he handed
US. 1t is a seven column sheet, and starts out
with very liberal patronage in the way OF
advertising-there being no less than sixteen
columns, all of which, save about four and a
half columns, are town advertisements, OBJ
tanned right there in Wichita. That is the way
to support paper, and we are of the opinion
that the prosperity and success Of the Vidette
are already fully assured. Call again brother
Sewers
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Grifith, Parkman & Co. have everything in
the line Of hardware, agricultural implements,
etc., that is required by builders, blacksmiths,
farmers, and housekeepers. Their customers
will find them accommodating and pleasant
gentlemen to deal with. Do not fail TO stop
and see their immense stock, and the great va
riety and latest improvements in all the arti-
Giles Of agricultural and mechanical economy
that they have on hand.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

William J. Bensch came to Emporia last
winter, and among the first things he then did
was 10 announce his business through the col
umns uf this paper. He immediately obtained
a chance to display his powers with the brush.
He was soon overrun with applications to
paint signs. buggies, houses, etc., etc. He can
not find help enough to-day to do all the work
he has engaged to do. He wants three more
painters. Bensch has made the finest signs in
town, and we call attention to the new sign on
the banking hoRse Of Riggs, Dunlap & Co., Of
the "Anchor Life Insurance Company" as
specimen, put up by VIM. Andrew, jr, agent
OF the company.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

CITY BONDS SoLD.-Lt. Gov. CIV. Eskridge,
In behalf OF the committee appointed to dis
pose Of the bonds Of the city Of Emporia for
building boarding houses for the use of stu.
dents Of the State Normal School, has sold
the entire six thousand dollars at ninety cents
on the dollar. 1t is gratifying to know that
they 50 readily found purchasers ct 90 higl
4 rate, 1t being the first issue. The sale is 1
good one, and no future issue should, by any
manner Of means, be disposed Of at lowe
AerRara
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Mr.. r. 8. Stevens, General Manager Of the
Missouri, Kansas & Texas railroad, will please
accept our thanks for a copy of Executive
Documents in relation to the Missouri, Kansas
Texas Railway Company running through
the Indian Territory" The pamphlet is an
exceedingly interesting one, and the views,
findings and recommendation OF Senator Cox
favoring the Union Pacific Railroad Company
Southern Branch, eminently wise and just.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

We took look through the stove and tin
ware establishment Of o. P. Bowman & Co.
the other day, and were agreeatly surprised to
find so extensive stock OF stoves, Of all kinds,
stored away in their rooms. They inform us
that another car load arrived that morning
and had not yet been unloaded. Their stoves
combine all the latest and best improvements.
They have some very fine patterns Of coal
heating stoves. Those wishing to buy stove
furniture this fall should not fail to look their
stock over, before purchasing elsewhere. They
are pleasant, sociable men as well as perfectly
responsible and reliable
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

The Kansas Stage Company runs a daily line
OF stages from Emporia to Wichita, via Eure-
ka, Eldorado and Augusta, making time as
follows: Leave Emporia at am, reach Eure-
ka at noon, Eldorado six hours later, Augusta
at p. m, and Wichita At II at night,-which
We consider good time. They carry the mail
also. This line passes through some Of the
finest portions Of Southern Kansas, and we
commend It to tourists as reliable and at
tracffve route.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

DISTRICT COURT DoCKET.-There are 81
civil cases and five State cases docketed to be
disposed of at the next term Of the District
Court, commencing September 18th. One of
the State cases is for assault and battery with
intent to kill, one for perjury, and one for
grand larceny. There are 81 civil eases not
yet docketed, some of which are to be placed
on the docket, and others may be brought up
on motion. There are also four State cases,
one for assault and battery with intent to kill,
and three for violation of the ''dramshop act.'
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Mr.. W. w. Williams, our amiable and ex-
ceilent Junior editor, started for Northern Ohio
on wednesday morning, 70 visit the home OF
his youth, and participate in the festivities in
cident to the marriage Of \ brother to one Of
the fair daughters OF Bellevue. He will prob
ably return about the sth of September, &C
companied by the newly united, who will be
initiated into the mysteries Of housekeeping In
Kansas. Our best wishes for all concerned are
extended herewith.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

hear, are making all their arrangements with
the view OF contributing to and attending the
grand celebration at Emporia on the 18th Of
next month. Come out, friends, and let u,
make merry one day In the year. It's right
All who attend with the determination to bt
happy win succeed, and continue to be happy
all the rest Of the year.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

The number Of lots in the several additions
made to the city Of Emporia is 800, valued at
PSI, 1856, or an average OF s71.s57< per lot. The
total value OF lots on the original town site is
S40S, 489, or an average Of s197.93 per lot.
The assessment Of the A., T. & s. F. road
is not yet made, but will probably be made
before the LIST Of November. II made at the
same rate per mile as the other road. about
$162, 900 will be added to the grand total above
given.
AGRICULTURAL STATISTICS OF EMPoRIA
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

CHICAGO & ALroN.-W. H. Reed, agent OF
the c. &. A. r. R., called on us on Monday.
Mr.. Reed represents one Of the best roads in
the country. It is doing an immense business,
and was never in better condition, and never
enjoyed better reputation than to-day. Much
OF the Freight that comes to Emporia comes
over the Chicago q Alton railroad.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

J. C. Bllckenstaff & Bro, Of the firm Of
White & BlickenstafF, have just finished thor.
ough canvass Of Lyon and adjoining counties,
and have returned to arrange their stock for de.
livery, and inform all parties wishing trees
that they will have q surplus on hand. Call and
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

WIN. ClsPP ''pursues the even tenor Of his
way and sells boots and shoes, clnthi'ig, ic.,
ut rate that Is nothing short of astonishing.
IL Is accounted for 10y the iact that he adver-
tise- what h1 has to sell under the head Of
Cuisines Noiiees." Examine that column
FOR something ''new under thu suu.''
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Morris & Bottger are retailing 600 pounds Of
grapes per week, Is boxes of peaches, and 4
large amount OF all other fruits now in the
market. The fruit season has just commenced
fairly, and they are making arrangements &c
sell In large quantities. Johnny and Billy ar,
among our most enterprising citiZens
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Bishop Vail, Of the Diocese Of Kansas, will
be in Emporia on next Sabbath, and will hold
services in the Court House morning and even
ing, ut the usual hours for worship. Com
munIon services will be held in the morning.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Prof. r. b. Dilworth, graduate Of Princeton
College, n. j., has been appointed to fill the
temporary vacancy in the Faculty Of the State
Normal School. occasioned by the absence OF
Prof. Norton. Mr.. Dilworth is q ripe scholar,
O man OF energy and influence
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Newman Bros. are still receiving goods, not
withstanding their shelves are full, their coun.
ters loaded, and every corner heaped with ev'
erything imaginable. They have "some al
to say" In another column which we advise
our readers not to overlook.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

The drouth killers advance upon this Sec
ton was again made on Wednesday night, ac-
compauied with terrific lightning and thunder,
and all outdoors was pretty thoroughly soaked
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26
August p, 1870.

august z, 1911.
Regular meeting, Mayor in the chair, and
i've Councilmen present. The Street Com
missioner was authorized TO close q contract to
put in culvert walls on Mechanics street, to
fnterseet with the culvert on Sixth avenue,
north side, as far as the north side Of the
blacksmith shop Of J. e. Burgan, at a rate not
to exceed % per perch, payable In city scrip.
Sundry ordinances were introduced by the
City Attorney, severally entitled, Gan Ordi-
nance providing for the construction Of Side
walks in the city Of Emporia," ~An Ordinance
appropriating money for the purchase Of fire
engine" and IAN Ordinance TO provide for the
construction of cisterns." Referred to Com
mittee on Streets and Alleys.
The privilege was, on motion, granted B. T.
Wright to move his hay scales from their
present site on Commercial street to Fourth
avenue, convenient to his new building, under
the direction of the Street Commissioner and
City Engineer.
The Committee on Streets and Alleys was
authorized to consider and report salary for
Street Commissioner.
A motion was adopted to authorize the Com
mittee on Streets and Alleys to establish a
starting point or table from which to make
surveys, in accordance with the grade Of Com
m6rclal BIfe6I, rs cSLhUAsucQ Dy survey VI the
late City Engineer, John Wilson.
Col. Plumb suggested that it would be, in
his opinion, TO the interest of the city to make
an appropriation to repair the Eureka road be-
tween the Cottonwood river and Dry creek.
Mr.. Wheelock thereupon moved that a COM
mittee be appointed to examine the several
roads leading into the city, and to consider and
report the expediency Of making an appropria-
ton for repairing any which, if neglected,
would seriously affect the interests of the city.
Adopted, and referred, by consent, to the Com
mittee on Streets and Alleys. with Mr.. Thomas
added.
Mr.. Eskridge moved that the committee ap-
pointed to superintend the building of the
boarding houses for students of the State Nor
NAL School be authorized to use their best
judgment in the selection Of sites for those
buildings. Adopted.
Adjourned.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Model SehOOI.-The coming term Of the Mod
Ell School win begin on Monday, September 18th.
Only thirty pupils can be received All places are
now considered vacant Applications for admis-
sion will be noted down in the order in which they
are received. The school viii continue under the
charge OF Miss Mary E. Baker, Principal Apply
for admission the Principal of the State Normal
School. [S4-S5l L. B. KELLOGG.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

The probabilities are that the Normal school
will be densely crowded next term. A great
many new applications for admission have
been received-in fact more than ever before,
and from every section Of the State.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

j. c. Jones has been appointed Notary
Public for this county. He is agent of the
Metropolitan Fire Insurance Company, Of
New York, and the Home Fire Insurance Co.
Of Topeka. His office is at C. B. Bachelors
office, over Wicks & Mayse' grocery store. His
coal Office Is also established there,
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Bancroft & McCsrter declare their intention
to bring on n larger stock, greater variety
and finer quality Of dry goods than can be
found in any house in Kansas, this fall. Nc
is still In New York making selections. Look
na1f for thapn
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

PoLITICAL.-POlitical meetings will be held
in Fremont, ut Ravan's school house, this
evening, and on tomorrow evening at Central
school house. We suppose the object Is to dis
cuss the political Issues OF the day.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

There will be meeting OF the vestry Of the
Episcopal church ut the residence Of Rev L. L.
Holden, on Sunday evening. All persons who
feel an interest In the church are cordially In
Vited to attend.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Aid. A. Baker Il Co.'s new store room Is I'm
ished, and they are now snugly established in
the biggest business room in town-it being
$50 feet deep and well filed with goods.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Neddie Bancroft went TO Columbus, Ohio,
this week, to attend the High school ut that
place. Ned Is an excellent boy, good scholar,
and will make good report Of himself.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

There will be n sociAble given by the ladies
Of the Episcopal church at the residence OF
Judge Ruggles, on Tuesday evening next,
August 30th. All are invited TO attend.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

The cut stone front OF b. T. Wright's new
house, corner OF Commercial and Fourth ave-
nue., promises to be something extra nice, in
that line, for this country.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

How long will 1t be until licensed dramshops
will be considered q public necessity in this
cItyi And II that time soon arrives, whose
fault will IL bei
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Hank Lowe says.the Southern Kansas Stage
Company can reach Eldorado and Wichita over
their route by twenty miles less distance than
by any other.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Last CalI.-We wish to close up the business of
the old firm of Gilmore Hirth, and want all in
debted to to call and make settlement within the
next THIRTY DAYS, without fail At the end OF
that time steps will be taken TO collect all unpaid
accounts by legal process. Those interested will
heed this call, and save costs.
GILMORE & HIRTH.
Emporia July 29th, 1870. Soft
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Z. r. Hoiderman 4 Bro.- are excayating for
their business house, on the corner southwest
Of this ONCE.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

The camp meeting at Hartford is still In
progress, and will probably continue until
next week. IL is said to be attended with con-
siderable interest.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

fne portable saw mill arrived here on
Thursday, bound for Dexter. That point Is
one of promfae
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Thanks to Mr.. James Dole for two very fine
melons. We should like TO thank others
Who nextY
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

The people of Lyon county and of the Neo-
sho Valley have an interest in the growth and
prosperity Of the higher grades Of schools To-
Gated in their midst. The people of Kansas
have an appreciation Of their success.
During the past year the duties of the Coun-
ty SUPPLEMENTARY have taken so much time
that have not kept the academy, of which /
have had charge, before the people as promi-
nently as was profitable.
prepare this article to give very brief &C
count Of the institution since / was placed in
charge of it. My first term in it began April
18th, 1867, with an attendance Of thirteen pu-
pills, and only averaged sixteen during the
whole term, though the school was opened
free of tuition to those who chose to avail
themselves of it.
The fall term enrolled forty pupils, and the
winter term overran our limited accommoda-
tons, giving an enrolment of fifty pupils.
And SO the school has gradually increased, un.
til last winter and spring terms gave an en-
roilment of sixty-five pupi.s. The first term
there was one teacher only. The last term
there were three teachers.
The Board of Trustees have fitted up the
entire building so that we now have accommo
dations for one hundred and fifty to two hun
dred pupils, in chapel and recitation rooms
We hope this fall and winter to reach at least
half this number. There will be an additional
teacher this coming year for instrumental mu
sic, and still other teachers as fast as the
scho 81 will warrant it.
The fall term Of the Hartford Collegiate In
stitute will begin September 5th, 1870; the
winter term December 18th, 1870; the spring
term April Sd, 1871.
TEAcHERs-A. D. Chambers, A. NJ, Princi
pal; p. D. Bullock, A. NJ, Assistant; Saral
Smith, Teacher of Instrumental Music; Ann,
| Smith Tutor.
Tuition IN the Primary Department, $50
g 50 Common Eng. Branches, 60
Z" IS Higher +" " TO-
60 Latin and English, so
80 instrumental Music, 100
| Vocal music free.
The patronage of the public is respectful!
| solicited. A. d. CHAMBERS,
/ Principal Of the Hartford Collegiate Institute
and President of the Board of Trustees.
1
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

There will be great deal Of wheat sOwn In
this county this fall. Farmers are blowing in
ali sections, and some wheat has already been
aown
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

We know what we say, when we assert that
the Madison House, in this city, is one OF the
best kept hotels In the State.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Its All mistake about the Juvenile Restaurant
Bakery having played out, but it has been refit-
ed throughout. and is ready to furnish you with
anything from glass Of soda to good square
3I-ff
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

COST Cost I! Cost !Ii-Wishlng to dispose of
lot of furnishing goods will sell them at cost.
Socks, 1216 to 25 cents per pairs Check Shirts, 90
cents; Hickory Shirts, only 50 cents; Drilling
Drawers, so and rs cents; Undershirts, Gauze and
Merino, soc to 81. For bargains go to LEHNHARD's,
sign of the Big Boot 2S-d
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

The weather having become cooler, the
Christian Sunday school will meet at o'clock
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Miller is just receiving a large invoice of
Tobacco, Cigars and Smokers fancy goods, bought
at the lowest jObbing rates of the manufacturers,
and will duplicate st. Louis bills without charge
for freight. Come and see. Corner of 9th Avenue
and Commercial Street. 2S-tf
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Do not forget the teachers examination TO-
morrow at the district school house, this city
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

First-cIass BIathushek, Orchestral Colibri
and St. Louis Pianos, and the Excelsior Organs"
the best organ made,-also all musical merchan-
disc at store, 113 Massachusetts St., Lawrence,
Kansas. Z. Plumb and o. s. Foote, agents, Empo-
ria, Kansas. [7-tfl CUsHMAN & BURKE.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Leis' Itch Ointment.-A sure cure for Itch.
Scratches, Prairie Mango and various eruptions of
the skin. Having experimental several years up
on this Ointment state that it is the only safe
and certain preparation of the kind in the market
Warranted to contain no mercury. Price 50 cents.
Sold by alldruggists. Every box warranted.
l2-3lstdec-
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

whitley has just received for the fall trade q
large stock OF FlAnnels, Jeans. Blankets and
Cloths, also full line of late style Hats and Caps
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Freight.-James Fairchild is running teams to
and from the depot and is ready at all times to de-
liver goods to Eng part of the city. 2S-6m
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

Meals furnished on short notice at the Juvenile
Restaurant & Bakery, also day boarding. 3l-tf
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

though VIM Ciapp is receiving daily Large supplies
of Boots and Shoes yet it Is evident that within
few days the decisive battle win be fought. Both
armies are concentrating large forces. and 1t is to
the interest Of every woman and child TO call
at Clapp's Boot. Shoe and Clothing House and lay
/ in their fall supplies. 81
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

To PLYMoUTH.-We visited Plymouth and
vicinity last Sabbath; had ride through the
principal streets of the village; admired the
location of the town, and the many evidences
OF thrift everywhere visible. In the afternoon
we had the privilege Of being present at the
Sabbath school. In this school the whole
community seem to have centered all their IN
terest. There is full attendance each Sab
bath, and all lend their hands and hearts to
the work, consequently IL is made interesting
and attractive to all. They are doing good
work, worthy the imitation OF some Of the
schools In this city. Then let all be tn earnest.
The people Of that vicinity are very hospit-
able. They treated us well; they gave US
melons, and compelled (?) US to eat them.
Now everybody knows that all melons are
good, but those that grow in Mr.. Moons patch
are better than ordinary melons. They are
good, very ripe, very sweet, very juicy, and
we ate too much. J.A.H.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

ReeOIIect that you can get a good square meal
at the Juvenile Restaurant Bakery for 40 cents.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

wanted.-A girl to do house work.
27-tf CHARLES WHEELoCK.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

The Assessments Returns Of Lyon County.
We are pleased to acknowledge our obiiga-
tions to our County Clerk for the following
facts and figures taken from the assessmentre-
turns Of this county:
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

New Show Case for sale at MILLEE's Cigar
Stora chaan If
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TO WV AND COUNTRx.
PUBLIC SPEAKING.

There viii be political meeting Of the eiti-
zsns Of EmpOria and vicinity at the Court
House on TbursdAy evening, September lst'
1870.
Speakers from q distance have been invited.
and will undoubtedly be present, among the
rest Hon. s. A. Riggs. OF Lawrence, and Col.
John Richie, OF Topeka. LEGAL speakers will
also be present
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-08-26

OOOACAL CHAAbEk1s aug. As's 4osO'
At a regular meeting Of the Council, the
Mayor In the chair, and six Counrilmen pres
ent, the petition OF Alfred and Mary Green
was presented, asking the Council to ordain
that billiard saloon keepers shall not, under
penalty, allow minors TO play at billiards in
their saloons. Referred, on motion, to the
Committee on Police and License, with In
StructIons to report an ordinance In accordapee
with the prayer Of petitioners.
The petition OF B T. Wright, asking the
privilege TO put in city scales and the appoint
ment Of himself as City Weigher, was taken
up. and, on mOtirn, indefinitely postponed.
Bills to the amount Of $50 were allowed, and
accounts TO the amount OF s35 presented and
referred TO committee.
A petition, signed by j. L. W. Bell and
others, asking that the grade OF Commercial
street be raised between Third and Fourth
avenues, was presented and referred 10 the
Committee on Streets and Alleys.
Adjourned.