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The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

THE COMING LECTURES BEFORE THE LIZ
BRARY AssoCIATIoN.-Lett the people bear it
in mind that on Thursday and Friday evenings
of next week two lectures will be given at the
Court House. OH subjects replete with interest
and instruction when ably handled, viz:
"Sights and Incidents of Travel in Foreign
Lands" We are personally acquainted with
the gentleman, COLI. p. Sanford, ofIowa, who
Is to deliver these lectures, have heard them,
and can youch for the fact that the various
topics upon which he shall speak will be dealt
description he bears the reputation of having
but few equals. He will undoubtedly describe
his visit to London, Paris, Geneva, The Alps,
Turin, Genoa, Florence, Rome, Naples, Pom
peii, Mt. Vesuvius, Mt. 1Etna, Athens, Messi-
ma, Jappa, JERUSALEM, Jordan, Jericho, The
Dead Sea, Bethlehem, Egypt, Cairo, The Pyra-
mids, ETC., relating whatever is most interest
ing to behold at these several places, together
with description Of the manners and customs
of the several peoples. Among other things
he will probably describe the paintings of
Raphael, the catacombs at Rome, Paris, Naples,
Alexandria, together with Pompey's Pillar
and Cleopatra's Needles. All in all, this will
be an intellectual feast, which none of our citi-
zens can we'll afford to miss. We should be glad
to see not only universal turnout by the people
in town, but should be pleased to see an Onani-
una gatheram of all the people from the differ
ent portions of the county. The proceeds of
the lectures are to be devoted to the purchase
OF books for the Library of the Association.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07
EMPOIsIA MARKET.
Groceries

Groceries.
TEAs-YOung Hyson, 81 5062 % per ID: Imperial
80 TO $50; GunPowder, 2s5j Japan, i 80 to 2.00i
CoFFEE~Rio, 25 to ssXc per h.; Java. 45c
sUGAH-Refned, p to 25c per h.; crushed, sc
ToB1ccO-Virginia natural leaf, 81 10 TO 1 IS pei
10. Gold Bar, 1.5O; Navy, 100; Grape Juice, 100
RIGE.l5c per lb.
HoMIEY-61zc per Id.
M0LAssKs-SOrghum, 81 90; Sugar House, 1.SO
Golden Syrup, I.58; Sugar Loaf. 400:
VTsEGkE-Gider e0c per gin Sorghum zoe. .
white nsh i5c per ID. 8 so per kit: cod iish i5c.
DRIED FRUTrs-Apples 16 to 20c. per III; peaches
ries co; raspberTies 70
canned GooDs-Psaches zoe per can; cherries
pies 5Oc pears 5Oc tomatoes SOC; corn 40c oysters
35c: Holsters zoe; sardines 3Oc
BUTrER-4O to soc per lb.
EGGs-s0 To 25e per dozen.
SALT 20 SC per lb; 6.25 to 6 50 per Dbl.
EARD-a0 20 to CSC per Id
HAAs-Conntry cured pc per lb; sugar cured
BAcox-92c per H.
soAP-Extra family 15e per Ib; palm 1s9zc.
TALLow-1O TO 12c per Id.
GANDLEs-star 25e per Id; tallow 2Oc.
KEROSENE 0IL-GOc per gallon; crystalized 60c
sHor-e0c per Id.
LEAD-90c do
PowDRR-5Oc per Id; blasting 40c.
Dry Goods.
PRISTs-Sprague's, American, Richmond's Mer-
imack w, 121sc per yd; Wamsutta 10c.
ohEENlNUS-SCdTk A. Ssfeat
Western 20c.
BLEACHED misunderstanding, a5c per yd;
Bates Mills 30c Reynolds 20c; Senperidein Al
25c; Washington 2, 1850; Massaspit 25c.
DENIAS-2o to Csc per yd.
SHIFTING STRIPE-25 To Csc per yd.
WOOL DELAINS-45 to 55c per yd.
MERISoS-$1 90 to IS per yd -r. 49,
FLANNELS-30 to Coz per yd.
FACTORY JEANS-45 To 90c per yd.
DOMESTIC GISGHAMs-2O to 25c per yd
SATISETs-75c to 81 90 per yd
HOOP SKIRTS-50c to $500
Bread Stunts.
FLOUR-XXX $500 to g. so per sack; XX IS to
GOO; Spring wheat 3 % to 400.
CORN MEAL-$100 per bushel.
GRAHAM FLoUR-5c per lb
DUCKwHEAT FLoUR-7c per Id.
Small Grain.
WHEAT-spring, 800 to 1-a5 per bushel; Fall,
IS to 1.65.
CORS-s0c to 81 90 per bushei.
OATs-70c per bushel.
Fresh Meats and Poultry.
BEEF-Choice steak 15c per Id; choice roast 15c
other qualities 10c.
PORk-Choice steak 15c per Id; sides and mid
dlings 15c.
CHIcKESs-Large. dressed or alive 25e.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07
Pr YMOUTH.

This town lies about nine miles west of En-
pOria, and about one mile north of the Cotton
wood river, on beautiful site, the land being
sufficiently rolling for good drainage, leaving
il free from mud. The very best of water can
be had by digging from twenty to thirty-1ive
feet, without striking rock. North of the town
about mile and half. building stone, equal
to any in the State, can he readily had. The
country surrounding it is rich and productive.
We have timber of as good quality and fully
as abundant as in any other locality. The
town itself boasts of two good stores, well pat
rOnized, good hotel. blacksmith shop, and we
look to the extension of the A, T. l. s. f. r. 4.
up the valley to make this point of consider
able business activity. A small stream winds
its way through the south end of town, skirted
with trees, which adds cool inviting appear
ance to the town in the summer. Many of the
citizens realize the beauty and comfort of trees
around their houses, and not little has been
done to thus beautify the place, but there is
still room for more. Let every che set out a
few trees in the spring, and we will soon have
one of the most beautiful towns in the valley.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

We made mention in former items that
festival would be held on the evening before
New Years. 1t was a success throughout.
The school house was crowded beyond the eX-
pectations of all. We noticed none but that
seemed to be delighted. The performances were
good and well executed. To attempt to praise
all who took active parts, would take up too
much time and space; but will say that all did
exceedingly well. The supper was more than
was locked for, and was conducted throughout
TO the general satisfaction Of all. A special
vote of thanks is returned to Uncle John Car
ter for the free use Of his dining room. and for
the interest he took in the affair. Also, vote
of thanks is returned to Mr.. f. ID. Chiders, for
his valuable services in persOnating Santa
Klaus, which he did to the entire satisfaction
Of all; and from the beautifully Ornamented
Christmas Tree he distributed innumerable
presents, causing many to carry home light,
happy hearts. The people of Plymouth gen.
orally deserve thanks for material aid render
ed, and for their interest and help throughout.
The receipts from the festival amounted to the
sum OF $685..
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

Dow CREEK LITERARY UNIoN.-A Literary
Society has been In running order for some
months In the school house on Dow creek, six
miles north OF town, the members OF which
have given 1t the above name. The meetings
OF this society, we are told, have been well at
tended; and the interest manifested In the dis
cussions and other exercises, has been so great
that II has been determined to give a public
exhibition Oh the 22d Of this month. The So
ciety will undoubtedly give ereditable en-
tertainment. small admittance fee will be
charged as'the door. The proceeds will be de-
voted to the purchase Of lamps, curtains, etc.
A business meeting of the Society will be
held ON the evening OF the 18th, at which all
the members are urged to be present, while \
general turnout is expected on the ed.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

Coon ORDFR AND PILES OF LUMBER.-We
could not help remarking the taste displayed in,
and excellent arrangement Of John Wayne &
Co.'s lumber yard, on Sixth avenue, the other
day when We made an inspection of the prem
Uses. This lumber yard is the creature ofthree
weeks growth, but there is = neat, comfortable,
well finished Office, cOmmodiOus store house,
containing large stock Of well finished doors
and sash, immense piles Of lumber, growing
larger daily, all surrounded bya neat paling
fence, aud all Of which were made for the pur-
pose, and in view Of large trade. Thirty ear
loads Of lumber have been already received,
and thirteen more are on the road. These gem
tlemen aim to take the precedence in this To-
cality as lumber dealers.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

WHEAr.-Ar. Joseph Ernst one Of our
County Commissioners, who has been running
threshing machine in partnership with Jo-
seph Miller, informs us that they have thresh-
ed So,O6o bushels Of wheat, ali In Amerieus
and Fremont townships They have got 5000
bushels to thresh. Mr.. Z says they did not
thresh half the crop Of those two townships.
Jacob Moon, who has been rum ng a ma
chine In the western part OF the county, in
connection with other parties, informed us q
few days ago that they had threshed within q
few bushels Of 81, 600 nearly II not quite all, in
Lyon county. These are only two out Of eight
or ten machines that have operated in this
county during the season. This Is big show
Ing when we consider the small area Of ground
that Is lseu cultivated.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

HORSES AND CATTLE.-Mr. Geo. Leis, of
Lawrence, is manufacturer OF condition pow
der for horses and cattle which has prov ed to
be superior TO all in use for the diseases which
they are subject to. The numerous testimO-
malls he has received from farmers and livery
men, and his extensive establishment for pre-
pairing and getting them ready for market is
sufficient evidence that they are an article of
great value. Farmers should bear in mind
that the health of their animals is worth pre-
serving, and Leis' Condition Powder is the ar
ticle 10 use
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

NEW CARPENTER SHoP.-Messers. Weir Il
Sheath, carpenters, and newcomers, have COM
menced business in n new shop recently built
by J. Barnes, near the corner OF Exchange
street and Fifth avenue. They have contract
ed to build n number OF houses, three of which
are under way-one for Mr.. st. John, late of
Topeka, one for Rev. j Houston, of Forest
Hill, who will soon move to our town, and an
other for Mr.. Barnes, all three of which they
hope to finish within two months. They will
employ sufficient number of hands TO finish
work as desired by their customers.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

LUMBER, LUMBER.-We would like to re-
mind everybody. and particularly those who
contemplate building houses, that Cowgirl &
Wilhelm, on Commercial street, south of Fifth
avenue, have OH hand large stock Of excellent
pine lumber, Of all grades, sash, doors, lath,
etc, which they will sell rs low as anybody in
town. These gentlemen have been in the lum-
Der trade in Emporia for nearly year, have
learned the wants Of the people in this regard,
and are energetically endeavoring TO supply
them. They will make inducements for those
who will purchase large quantities.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

IMPORTANT ARRANGEMENT. Our mer-
chants and others who receive freight over the
Kansas Pacific viii be glad to learn that the
Union Star Line has delegated Mr.. 5. ID.
Thatcher, of Columbus, Ohio, who has been for
u long time connected with that transportation
company, to superintend the shipping Of all
goods ria Kansas City, so that there will be no
detention Of goods at that point, rs under the
present incomplete system, (if system there Is }
they often do stop there for weeks. 8ir. r.
will take up his residence ut Kansas City, and
will not allow any goods destined for points
west of that place to be stopped there longer
than circumstances will warrant.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

THE OLD RELIABLE.-We happened into II.
v. Bundrem's saddlery and harness establish
ment the other day, and were pleased to see the
proprietor driving ahead. He has five hands
manufacturing harness, saddles, brides and
other articles Ia his line of business. These he
makes from the best materials. Among the
workmen was the old reliable Jack McFadden,
who formerly worked in the establishment
four years. II. v. reports big trade. He has
a heavy stock on hands.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07
EMPoRIA cHuRcH DIRECTORY
METHODIST

Corner of Merchants Street and 9Th Avenue. Rev
l. NJ. HANCOCK, Pastor. Services eachSabbath at II
a. and q D. IA. Prayer meeting each Thursday
evening at O'Clock Sabbath School Sunday morn
ing at ga O'Clock, r. W. Cunningham Superintend-
ent.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

T. j. Peter, General manager Of the Atchi-
son, Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad, called at our
editorial desk one day this week, from whom
we learned that the working force ON this road
has been largely increased, and that with fair
weather and good luck, he would be able to
run his first train into our town limits by the
first Of May next. As will be seen elsewhere,
he adyertises for large force of men and
teams, for whose labor he offers to pay good
wages. This company is evidently thoroughly
in earnest, and with Manager Peter 10 direct
the energized industry of the road, there will
be no stacking up until we shall hear the
welcome whistle of the engine.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

The case OF John Hogan, who has been in
our county jail for some time on the charge OF
burglary and grand larceny, came up before
his Honor Judge Watson, this week, when
nolIe pros. being entered on the above charge,
the prisoner was fined S25 and costs, after
pleading guilty Of petty larceny, which he paid
and was discharged.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

The Board of Town Trustees, on Thursday
night, passed an ordinance giving to the Atchi-
son, Topeka L Santa Fe railroad the right to
lay their track in one OF the avenues Of the
town south OF Fourth avenue. This will en-
able the two railroad companies to have their
depots close together, so that they can transact
their business without expensive transfers,
and will also enable the company to run
straight west eight or ten miles on the section
line without running through farms in such n
way as to cut them I'm awkward shapes.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

We would like to say TO those who want a
good ct and well made suit OF clothes, that A.
Gormley, at l. Z. Pcrley's clothing store, is the
man who can furnish suit Of that description,
precisely, and that he would like To demon
strate the truth Of what We say for the benefit
OF everybody. Give him cali.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

The wholesale and retail dry goods house Of
Bancroft & MeCarter Is packed with goods, d.
rect from New York. where they buy all their
goods, and they begin the new year with the
utmost encouragement and high hopes. We
are glas TO wee them do well. We believe they
are worthy men, and know them TO be ener-
getie and enterprising.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07
NARRTEn

In Emporia, December list, 1869, BY p. NJ
Foote, Probate Judge, DIR. ALLEN mozart
NEY. OF WsodsOn county, and Miss AMANDA
DAVIS, of Lyon county.
On the 5th inst, at the residence of Mrs
Rachel Lewis, in Fremont township, by II. r.
Perkins, Esq, Ar. DAVID G. LEWIS and Miss
REBECCA WALKER, all Of Fremont township,
Lyon county.
At the residence Of JAS. walkup, January .
1870, by Rev. L. NJ. Hancock, ASHER CHTL-
DERs and MARGARET j. COOPER, all Of En-
pOria. f fE
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

A dance will be given at the school house on
Dow creek, in what Is known the ROsean
district, OH Thursday evening, January 18th.
There will be supper, and music will be fur
nished under the management OF Prof. Waite,
assisted by Mr.. Hall and others. good time
Is expected. The proceeds will be devoted to
the rebuilding Of the school house lately de-
stroyed by fire. Admtttance $500 per couple.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07
New hook Store.

lected stock Of BOoKS1 STATiaSERY and arfi
cleS usually kept in rst-class Book Store. by or
before the list day of February, in the room
cupied by Moore u Weaver a drug store, mt t52
Commercial Street, Emporia- Kansas. The stock
will be entirely new, and will be sold at the low
est living prices. ELLEN PLUMB.
Mrs. u. ;. FOOTE.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

In case Of public meeting, preaching, Sun
day School or festival, we are sorry to have to
say that there are few young men who are
inclined to disturb the quiet of such meetings,
in order that they may have a little fun, to the
ehagrin and modification Of those who are
quiet and respectful. Could they look through
the eyes of those who are disturbed by them,
they would far different picture. They
have arrived at an age when they should have
more manly pride, and would be benefited
thereby should they attend the Sabbath School
and take an active part.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

BIG GROCERY HOUsE.-Ridenour & Baker,
the former OF Lawrence, and the latter OF To-
peka, and both extensively known as grocery
men, spent several days here during the week.
They came here TO examine this point with a
view to establish large gr ,cery house. On
wednesday they purchased the lot on the cor
ner of Commercial street and Third avenue,
and will at once erect a building thereon % by
100 feet, which they will stock with groceries.
1t will be the heaviest establishment in South
ern Kansas,
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

]. C. Fraker received nearly $1,000 worth
Of new goods during the holidays, and his
stock is being replenished by almost daily ar
rivals. He has something superfine in the way
Of dress goods, and has marked down winter
clothing. Those who need the latter will do
we'll to remember this faet. his branch store
ut Eldorado sends in good report Of sales.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

NEW SAW MILI.-B. T. Wright has just put
up for G.. ID. Humphrey, on Cottonwood river,
= short distance below Gunekles ford, enc Of
the largest OF Lane & Bodley' > portable steam
saw mills, aud one Of the largest mills, prob
ably in this section Of the State. The saw has
the patent inserted tooth, new feature in the
manufacture OF saws, which can be replaced
by new ones as they wear cut or break, thus
preserving the full diameter Of the saw. The
mill is Of sufficient capacity to meet all posi-
BILE demands for native lumber in this locality.
The cost Of putting up this mill will probably
exceed $1,000 The saw mills made by Lane &
Bodley have the reputation OF being the best
inside. They are manufactured in Cincinnati,
Ohio. and are used in all sections OF the Union.
b. T. Wright Is the agent for them at this
place.
Mr.. Humphrey proposesto erect grist mill
at the same place next spring. He will have
both water power and steam, SO that the latter
can be brought into reputation 20 turn the
burrs Of the grist mill. il the former should at
any time fail.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

The adjourned session of the September term
Of the District Court for this county resumed
operations on Monday OF this week. with
large number Of cases on the docket, some of
which being important, will doubtless con-
sumo considerable time, as ':the MILL" accord
ing to tradition, grinds slowly.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

Our Sabbath School is steadily increasing in
numbers and influence, and reflects great cred
il upon those who have taken the lead in the
good undertaking, and although they have had
much to contend with, the school is now in q
prosperous condition, ana has become a per-
manent thing, and n credit TO the town. Last
Sabbath new officers were elected. The fol-
lowing are the ones chosen: Mekendrie L..
Lambdin, Superintendent; Jacob V.Carter, As
sistant Superintendent; Nerius n. Carter, Sec
rotary and Librarian; Mrs. DIR. Conklin, Treas
urer; s. b. Dillon and Rev. d. 7. McAuley,
Bible Glass Teachers.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

The week OF prayer Is being observed by
some Of our churches. IN accordance with the
pa ogramme OF the Evangelical Alliance. The
Christian world at prayer, ut the same timefor
the same object, Is sublime spectacle, and we
are gratifed TO see our churches pan ticipate In
the ARRANGEMENT
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07
NOTICE-U. u. W. SR

AIoTICE is hereby given the Stockholders Of the
IN UniOn Paeifs Railway. Southern Branch, that
3 meeting OF the Stock holders VIII be held at the
ONCE OF kuggles Plumb in the city of Emporia
Kansas the 3dd day OF February, 1870 at O'Clock
p. m
BY order Of the Board Of Directors made in com
plianee with the request OF the holders Of major
ity OF the stock OF this company.
p. B. MAxSOS, Asst Sec'ty.
Emp0ria, Kas-, Dec 81 1859. IS
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

Mr.. NJ. II. Havenhill was the fortunate re-
cipient OF an easy chair, costing $94, = beauti-
ful dressing gown aud pair OF slippers, dur
the past week, As Christmas gifts from the En-
pOria Glee Club, OF which he is the esteemed
leader.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

A LARGE sroRE--NewmAn Bros have one
OF the largest stocks Of dry goods, groceries,
and other goods, In town, and are doing an ex.
tensive business. We are gratiaed to note
their prosperity. They have large country
trade, and are generally able to furnish their
CITY customers with fresh butter and eggs.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

The stone work, after some delay, is resumed
ON Newman & McLaughlin's new building, OH
sixth avenue. The walls Of the second story
are rapidly going up under the hammers Ofnu-
merous masons.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

Our carrier boy realized on his address TO
tne iuil extent OF his anticipations, and wants
his friends TO know that he appreciates and Is
gra.efui Tor the manner in which they "shelled
OUT on New Years. We are sure he will de-
h'er their papers In the future rs cheerfulIy as
he has faithfully in the past.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

Toplin French have closed out all their fir
goods exctpta few ladies' fur band hoods, col l..
lars, beaver top gloves and mits, and gentl' fur
caps, all OF which they propose to sell at cost.
Mr.. Toplin will wait ON all who wish to ex
anime them
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

Has for sale the best selection of Town Lots in
the market. including six No. Business Lots on
Commercial street. between Eighth avenue and the
Court House
Parties desiring 20 purchase can see list of lots
and prices at my Office. opposite THE NEWS ONCE
5S E. BoRroS
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

No doubt many typographical errors will ap-
pear In this Issue OF THE NEWS, rs We were so
hurried in making the enlargement OF the
forms that II was impossible to bestow the
usual care In proof-reading.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07
EmspOrtG Business Locals.
WAST GAWU

Those knowing themselves indebted to the late
firm OF Bay Il Hall requested TO make immed-
ate settlement of accounts. They may be found in
the hands of Mr. Bay, at his livery stable.
Ia BAY HALL
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

The Normal School commenced new term
last Monday. with a $50 pupils, a larger num-
Der than ever before. Ii Is crowded to its ut
most capacity. We opine additional accom-
modations must be provided before n great
while.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1870-01-07

Between 9Th and eth Avenues, Commercial Street
Rev X. NJ. Overstreet, Pastor. Services each Sab
bath at IL .. IN. and y. IN. Prayer meeting on
Wednesday evening. Sabbath School Sunday af-
ternoOn Mt O'Clock, s. Il. Riggs, Superintendent