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The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-04-22
civ Council Proceedings.


EmpOria, April 10, 1905
The Council met pursuant to adjournment;
Mayor in the chair.
The following standing committees were APP
pointed:
Committee on Ways and Means-E. Borton,
l.. n. Robinson, w. w. Williams; On Claims
&C. v Eskridge, Fred. Hirth and r. d.
Thomas; Streets and Alleys-L. n. Robinson,
Charles wheelock and L. Borton; On Ordi-
nances--W. W Williams, L. Borton, and one
to be supplied; On Fire Observation-Disclosures
Wheelock, Fred. Hirth and Z. D. Thomas; On
Police and Licenses-Fred. Hirth, L. n. Rob
lnson and c. V. Eskridge; On City Property
Il. ID. Thomas, Charles wheelock, and one to
be supplied.
A majority report of the committee to whom
was referred the ordinance to issue bonds was
submitted, which, on motion, was laid over
until the next meeting.
The chairman made sundry recommends
tious for the action of the Council viz: The es-
| Establishment OF grades; the abatement of certain
nuisances in streets and alleys, such as straw.
hay, shavings, ETC., shat are thrown out, thus
endangering property from fire; n uniform
width of sidewalks, the setting Of shade trees
ON the walks, the Improvement Of the public
parks, and replacing the trees therein which
have failed to grow; the extension of the cor
porate limits TO include the depot grounds;
and, as Chairman OF the Board of Commission.
ers, reported that the city could have the use
of the county Jail for So per month, provided
the county should have its exclusive use, if al
| any time 1t should become necessary; and the
| boarding of the prisoners to be arranged with
| the Sheriff.
On motion of Mr.. Robinson, Messrs. Esk
ridge, Hirth and Williams were appointed i
committee to report code of ordinances.
The City Treasurer was authorized TO cal
upon the Town Treasurer and receive the
money remaining in the treasury according Il
the report made for the six months ending
April 9Th, 1870.
Council adjourned.
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FRIDAY EVENING. ApriIIs Is

The Council met In regular session, the May
or In the Chair. Minutes of preceding meet
ing read and approved.
The Clerk opened and announced the official
vote for Councilman at the election held I'm the
Second ward, ON Saturday, by which it aP-
peared that G. w. Frederick had received 20
votes, and NJ. G. Mains "A; and one vote
thrown out, making n total of 15I. Mr.. Fred
erek was sworn in by the Mayor and took his
seat a Councilman.
Mr.. Wilson, the City Engineer, submitted a
profile of the grades Of Third Avenue, which
was referred TO the Committee ON Streets and
Alleys for Immediate action. A recess of ten
minutes was taken for the Committee to ex-
anime and consider the same.
The following petitions were presented and
referred TO appropriate committees: C. V.
Eskridge and others, to submit proposition to
issue bonds OF the City m the sum of $4,000
for the erection of city hall, street improve
ments, ire department, ETC., to an election Of
the qualified voters of the City.
For n sidewalk IL feet wide on Commercial
street, between Third and Fifth Avenues.
Joseph Ruff and VIM Tusch, for license to
sell ale and beer.
DIR. J. c. Steimel for privilege to extend an
excavation three feet into the sidewalk for
cellar, the same to be covered with iron grating.
/ On mOuOn, IL was tual MeSsrs. hunI
& Fawcett, nurserymen, should be notified to
/ replace certain trees of their planting which
have failed 70 grow in the parks Of the city.
The Committee on Streets and Alleys re-
4 ported = Recommendation to the Committee on
Ordinances To tx the width OF sidewalks ut IA
feet ON streets 100 feet wide, and at u feet on
streets so feet wide. Also that it be ordained
sidewalks be made the full width from Mer-
chants to Union streets, and from Union to the
city limits the lot owners be authorized to make
temporary walks not less than seven feet wide.
Referred to the Committee on Ordinances, to
report at next meeting In accordance with the
recommendations.
The committee to whom was referred the re-
port OF the City Engineer, reported motion to
place the same on file, and that the A., T. & S.
+. railroad be authorized to proceed with the
tracklay ing on said grade under the direction
aud TO the satisfaction of the Committee on
Streets aud Alleys, Adopted,
The ordinance to submit the issue Of bond:
TO n vote OF the citizens, was brought up foi
: consideration an amendment presented by
Mr.. Eskridge, which ELECTED a lengthy discus
sion, and was finally adopted on the amend
{ ment OF Col. Robinson, viz: To issue bonds IL
the sum Of go, coo, the proceeds to be expended
as follows: $4,000 for city building. and th'
J balance OF the proceeds to he used under tn
I direction Of the Council, for fire department
/ street improvements, culverts, crossw alks, an,
i. such other improvements as by law are re
|, quired 20 be made from the general revenue.
u Council adjourned.
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GLASS AND QUEENswARE.-We enjoyed
short visit at the new store OF c. Smith, the
other day. 1t Is really a magnificent estab-
lishment, and we are glad to know it Is one OF
the permanent fixtures Of our city. Mr.. s. In
formed us that his wholesale business has thus
far exceeded his anticipations, and that contra
~ to the predictions Of some Of his friends, he
has not supersbundance OF the better quail
ties Of ware, and too little Of the cheaper, for
his sales have been more largely of the better
grades. This is reasonable, too. If the differ
ence in the cost Of two articles is not sufficient
To overbalance the probable difference in the
durability thereof, people generally are shrewd
enough TO take the higher priced article, espe-
cially when they get one which is much better
in appearance, mt the same time. And, as it
costs as much to transport poor article as d
good one, Of the same size, from the eastern
manufactures to this point, therefore, in
marking goods here, ut the ordinary per cent.
on the bills of purchase, when the freights are
added the difference in the selling price good
and poor wares will always be in favor OF the
higher priced articles-a fact which Kansans
are not slow TO appreciate and take advantage
of
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Work Is progressing rs rapidly on the A. T.,
rs. +. road necessary to faldll the promise
OF reaching EmpOria about the LIST Of Juno. A
number Of loads OF Iron have been received
and work which had been hindered on account
en OF the failure to receive the iron, Is being
(,.,set Slsaashed forward Work on the grade within
-, l,avaSty limits will doubtless be commenced In
Ae..y the City Council having authorized
Gpaee 1or company TO proceed with the work
man is pubic established by the City Engineer.
a brilliant page for tAAshed henee1orth as needed,
20 study, and profit bxere june Ist-
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NEW FIRI.-In our advertising columns
win be found the notice OF dissolution OF the
eo-partnership heretofore existing between
John Wayne and VIM. L. and W. p Mcclure,
In the lumber business. The two latter with
draw from the firm. Mr.. Chas. +. Pierce hay-
Ing bought out Cowgirl & Wilhelm, enters into
co-partDership with Mr.. Wayne, and both
yards will be conducted hereafter under the
nrm tame and style OF John Wayne& Co.
Knowing Mr.. Wayne to be one Of the most
experienced and successful lumbermen in the
country, and believing Mr.. Pierce the possessor
Of all the requisite qualities and qualifications
to insure success, We suspect this will be
one Of the happiest business combinations in
the city.
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BUSINESS NOTICES.

BOardIng.-A few boarders can be accommo-
dated at my residence on Cottonwood street, be-
tween Fifth and Sixth avenues.
16-tf+ r. A. RUsHER.
GarabaIdi Boots, latest style, at
16-6 WIN. CLAPP's.
Ladies' Cotton Hose at 81 IS per doz. pairs, at
1918 NEWMAN & BROS.
Morocco Boots-Please everybody. at
16-tf WV. CLAPP's.
All sizes and qualities of those fine fitting Metro
politan Shirts at [I6-1sl NEWMAN BROS.
suspenders, lIwell known styles, at
1G-tr WV. CLAPPs.
White Wheat Flour, in barrels. in sacks, or
otherwise, as people want, at
1918 DowDEL Il BELLS.
$4,000 worth of Millinery Goods will be opened
next week over Newman Il Bros new store. Call
and see them. 1918
The largest stock of Boots and Shoes, Hats and
Caps, Clothing and Gents Furnishing Goods in the
city, is to be found at 1e-tf WN. CLAPP's.
If you wish to be astonished at lew prices, go to
1918 NEWMAN BROS.
Quick Sales and small profits is the motto at
16-f WV. CLAPPs.
A few Of those stylish japanese Silks for 81 .25
per yard. at t16-1sl NEWMAN s. BROS,
Maple Sugar, crumbed the fairest, clearest,
sweetest, made this year, at
1918 DowDEL & BELLS.
Irish, French and English Silks and Wool Pop
Inns, ut t16-1sl NEWMAN s BROS.
Silver given out at t16-ln WV. CLAPP's.
Take Notice. All who are interested in getting
good goods at low prices call at
left WM. CLAPP's
ChaIlies, Lenos, Pereales, Chenies, Pequa's.
striped and checked Nansooks, Organdy and Swiss
Muslins, at I16-1sl NEWMAN s Bros.
school Books for the spring trade for sale by
16tf Z. PLUME s o. s. FOOTE.
Moulding. good assortment, including Gilt
Rosewood, Oak and Walnut for sale by
16-tf E. PLUME s o. s. FooTE.
Late arrival of mems drawers and wrappers, at
16-h WN. CLAPPs.
A better quality of goods and at cheaper rates
than ever before, at ti6-tf] WIZ. CLAPP's.
Much that gives pleasure" the fnnline Ofmens
wear at [16-tl WM.CLAPP's.
complete assortment of Boots and Shoes, at
1918 NEWMAN & BROS.
Bajou Kid Gloves in black and colors, all sizes.
Livery pair by
1918 NEWMAN BRO
Caters for 81 s120 81 60 81 10 Sc co. s. IS. s25O
S2.75, 500, 1925, So 30, 1915 and $500, at
I6-tf WN CLAPP's.
A great reduction in the price Of carpetings at
1918 NEWMAN s. BROS.
Come and see the .'shoo fly Shoe, it will make
| you laugh to see a thing SO good, at
l6-tf WV CLAPP's.
French, Scotch and-Chambray Ginghams, at
1918 NEWMAN & BROS.
Wall Paper, a complete new stock, at prices
ranging from 15c. to 81 % per bolt, for sale by
| I6tf E. PLUME o. S. FooTE.
Ottenheimer's celebrated French Corsets, at
| 1918 NEWMAN & BROS.
| Curtains, q new and fine lot, for sale by
| 16-tf E. PLUME o. 8. FooTE.
Specie Payment-Silyer in change, at
| I6-tf WV. CLAPPs.
| Kip "Shoo F1y' Shoe, something new-paten
/ applied for-latest thing out, at
| left WIN. CLAPP's.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-04-22

RUNAwAY.-On Tuesday last two-horse
team, the property Of Mr.. II. T. Payne, start
ing from wrighrs hardware store, made u
hasty tour Of the city. going west on Fifth av-
enue, north ON Merchants street, east on Sew
enth avenue. and brought up somewhere in the
southeast part OF tow We don't know just
where, as they Travelled too fast for us to ''keep
the rum OF them.
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The HUMBOLDT CELEBRATIoN.-We re-
GREETED exceedingly, on Wednesday last, that
we could notion the party here who left in the
excursion TO Humboldt to celebrate the COM
plction Of the Missouri, Kansas & Texas rail-
way 70 that place. We went A. far rs the En-
poria depot, and saw the train depart with its
Jolly freight AT the depot we noticed several
young gentlemen with brass cannon frontis-
pieces on their caps. They took look at our
town, and pronounced It good location, and a
good prospect for a town. declaration they
verified by repeating several dozen times. BY
the time they reached Humboldt they were
doubtless prepared to find another @good pros
pect for a town.
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GnLETT & HADLEY's CoRNER.-This once
popular feature Of our city is numbered with
the things that were. The corner is there, but
the firm OF GIllett & HadIey separated, and
parted lots. Gillett took his portion Of the
stock to his store at Cottonwood Falls. Had
ley is selling out the remnant Of his at the old
stand. And Joe Ruble transforms the char
acter OF the whole place by . stock OF saddlery
and harnessry. '.Sieh Is life.''
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movement is now on foot to lay out and 1T
up beautiful cemetery n mile northeast Of
town, on fine elevation overlooking n large
breadth Of valley, and from which point fine
view Of Americas and Emporia can be OBJ
tanned. Ten acres ofland have been purchased,
and the stockholders are men who not only
mean business, but havethe capacity for carry
ing the enterprise through. The land is to be
fenced, surveyed and seeded this spring. We
do not think the thing will be failure.
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L. 7. johnson q Co. have opened n -four and
feed store ON Sixth avenue, next door to Bur-
gan's carriage mandatory, and Will keep on
hand u full supply Of the Emporia steam mills
-four, which will be much more convenientfo
our citizens. who generally prefer this -four,
IN n 70 send 70 the mills when they REQUIRE 1t.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-04-22

Newman T. Bro. will move into their new
storeroom on the corner Of Sixth avenue and
Mechanics street the latter part Of next week.
They are receiving and will continue to receive
many new goods. If the ladies wish to see
something fine In the way of dress goods, they
should go TO this store. We will not enter into
details until after they move. They speak for
themselves In another column.
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The citizens Of Fremont township are res
spectfully requested to meet ut the Central
schOolhouse Mt o'clock, p. N, May 9th, for
the purpose OF organizing an agricultural and
horticultural society. MANY FARMERS.
FREMONT AprIl DO 1870,
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r. w. Randall, OF Americas, advertises some
splendid bargains In real estate In another col
umn. Parties ut distance will do well to look
mis- list over very carefully. Mr.. Randall Is an
old resident OF Lyon county, and no more
trustworthy and reliable man can be found
anywhere. Parties in the East should corre-
spond with Mr.. r., ms whatever he says VI
be the truth; and IL they desire To Invest
money without coming to Kansas, It will be be
perfectly safe to trust TO his judgment.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-04-22

The Tribune man INDUCING a little spiteful-
ness over his defeat for Councilman in the
Second Ward, Is busily casting about to pick
flaws in the city organization. Ifitis not valid,
it would have been more becoming In him
10 show the flaws before the election.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-04-22

Rev. Mr.. Kelley preached his introductory
sermon as pastor Of the n. L. Church In this
place on last Sabbath TO a crowded house.
Bro. Kelley Is not only an able minister but a
genial man, and we believe he will be eminent
" successful In his new field Of labor.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-04-22

ERRATUM.-In our notice OF the call OF r. M.
Overstreet to the passionate Of the Presbyterian
churchln this city, last week, instead OF "the
congregation Of ten years ago. read ''the con-
gregatIon Of ten year ago." rs 1t should have
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-04-22

G. w. Miller, the tobacco and cigar dealer Of
the Exchange Building, moves to-day to the
Gnlett 4 Hadley corner. His patrons will
bear Il In mind.
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An examination for Teachers Certificates
will be held at the public schoolhouse in En-
poria, Saturday, April 30, 1870, commencing ut
o'clock a. m. The examination will be part
leu
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Hon. +. =. Baker, OF the Topeka Record,
gave US \ call On Wednesday morning last. He
looks hale and hearty, and says the Record Is
nOurishIng. This Is rs II should be, rs there Is
no better daily In Kansas.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-04-22

THE EDUCATIONAL JoURNAL.-The Journal
for April Is before us. 1t Is rs ably edited rs
usual, and contains several excellent contri-
buttons, one OF which from the pen Of Mrs. j.
II. Gorham, Of the Normal, we read with es-
pecial interest. The Journals live monthly,
and is doing good service for the cause of edu-
cation In Kansas. II should have upon It's
subscription list every teacher In the State.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-04-22

Bragunier Bros. are selling groceries IN large
quantities to n great many people, because
they sell cheap. They keep fruits, -four and
feed seeda. sugar and sundries. Go see.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-04-22

A meeting OF those living in and near Ameri-
Gus, and all others interested in the cheese bus
iness in this place, is called for Eext Monday
evening. at the church. The object is to dis
cuss the praetieability OF the effort now making
to build up an extensive dairy business at
Americas. It is an object worth laboring for,
and general attendance should be had.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-04-22

Carpets. OH Cloths and Window Shades--
Our stock of carpets, oil cloths and curtains are
entirely new and well selected. This branch hAv
ing just been added to our business, with an addi
ton to store, and having bought our stock since
the decline in gold and fall in carpets, we cannot
be undersold. l4-tf BANCRoRT MoCARrER.
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colony from Aurora, Illinois, already num-
beriRg twenty-five persons, has located in
Americas, and additions are constantly max
ing to the number. 1t is composed Of an ex-
celIent class Of people, who we doubt not win
make the best Of citizens, and we are pleased
to know that they like the country, and are
recommending their friends to come to this
Doint -
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Newman & Bro. receiving their mammoth
stock of sprng goods. They have n fine and COM
plete assortment of Dress Goods White Goods, HO-
siery, Dress Trimmings, Clothing Carpetings, Hats
Boots and Shoes. They bought in New York and
Boston, at lower prices than goods have reached
since '61 and will sell ut great bargains. They will
move into their new store on Sixth avenue next
week. All who wish good goods at low prices, win
do well to give them a call 1918
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-04-22

Joseph Ruf and VIM Tusch have petitioned
the City Council for lIccnee TO sell tanglefoot.
The Council will doubtless answer, ''Not for
Joseph"
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-04-22

Charlie sipes, having set his stakes at Cres-
well, on the Arkansas, is here to ship the lunn-
Der, which will 20 this week, for store house,
in which, when completed, he will open a stock
Of hardware, agricultural implements, etc. He
reports the prospects for the rapid settlement
OF that section and the town the most en-
couragiRg, the grass six inches high, prairie
flowers la full bloom, and all things lovely.
We congratulate the town company Of Cries.
well In securing Charlie for one Of its citizens.
He has our best wishes.
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NccAkrrn,s.

Boots and shoes made to order, OF the best ma
terial by the best vorkmen. for men, women and
children, and good fits warranted, ut
1atf tSEoRGE CLAPRsE
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-04-22

White GOOds.-Jaccanets, Plaid Cambria. Bril-
lants Striped India Swiss Dotted Swiss Swiss Null.
Victoria Lawns, Wash Blond, Peques, all colOrs Of
Tarltons, Tuck Nansook, Cambria and Swiss Edg-
ings Lace Collars, Thread Lace, etc, etc, new and
desirable, at 14-tf BANCROFT & MCCAETER's-
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We have reason to expect that, during this
year, Emporia will be provided with much
better sidewalks than any city Of its size in
Kansas.
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Over three columns Of new advertisements
appear In our paper this week. Who says the
people Of Emporia don't mean businessi
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BANCROFT & McCAErER's.

large stock of fruit trees for sale at Baird &
TRUTHS EmpOria Nursery All are invited to call
and them, on 9th avenue, towards the depot,
opposite John Wayne 4 Co.'S lumber yard.
14-tf BAIRD & TRUITT.
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Two gentlemen were in Americus last week,
from Council Grove, looking for location to
engage in briekmaking. Amer some time spent
in examining the soil IN different localities near
town, they found aplace ON the Neosho, on Mr..
Lambert's farm. three-fourths Of a mile from
town, where any amount of clay could be OBJ
tanned, the quality Of which they pronounced
fully as good. if not better, than that found at
Council Grove, where good article OF brick
Is made. The parties are now trying to make
and we hope they will succeed, as = good brick
yard at this place would be Of great advantage
70 the town and country.
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Money Money, NOney.-An persons indebted
to the undersigned by note book account viii do
well to settle Immediately. Accounts, for con-
senienee Of parties have heen len in the hands OF
E. Borton, at Emporia.
III C. Brcxxs 4 SON
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A fresh supply OF Hats snd Caps and Boots and
shoes received this wesk-latest styles and best
quality at I3-tf L E. PERLEY's.
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There has been some talk Of contesting the
validity Of the city organization. We hope the
matter will be tested.
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The severe freezes Of the last four or five
nights have undoubtedly killed great many
Of the fruit buds, though experienced hands at
the fruit business say that there are some peach
and apple blossoms that are safe yet. Some
persons say we will yet have as much fruit as
the trees can hold up.
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Business Is much IiyelIer this week than last,
and builders all ''aS busy as nailers."
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Pollard Is turning cut brick from the moulds
ut the rate OF 10000 q day. He will burn the
first kiln next week.
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For sa1e--I hsve for sale few cords Of baild-
ing stone. Price, S At the quaEry sast nf NarmAl
school; 81 50 delivered TO any part of town.
lett L. B. KELLOGG.
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Ladies', misses and childrens trimmed sum-
mer Hats; good assortment of ladies' White Black
and Colored Kid Gloves; new dress trimmings and
buttons, French suspenders, British half hose &C.,
&c, just received at
lift BANCROFT 4 MCCARTER'6.
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white. Black and Fig'd Alpaeeas. Suit Cloth.
Poplins. Fig'd Grenadiers. Scotch Ginghams. Cord
PeecaIes, Spring and Summer shawls, Black silk
Saeques, Cloak Loops, assortment Of silk cord and
tassels Just received at
1atf BAScaoFT 4 NcCARrER,s
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Our Lawns, Organdies, French Chintx and jap
anese silk are ali new stock and pretty.
I4-tf BANCROFT McCARrER.