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The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

PAP.-"Old Man" Norton came down town
Monday morning feeling tOlerAblY good. He
was greeted on all corners by the above en-
1earlDg and paterDM "haiiing sign" His
friends looked at him wonderingly, and mean
eusses yelled across the street at him, "How
are you, Papa'' ,IPsa boy. Van Holmes oc-
eupatlon e nearly gone. Old ssReal Estate
wants another territory opened Cor settlement.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

In TnEIR NEW QUARTERs.-MeMillan d
Cochran have moved their stock Of groceries
to Williams nav block, second door
from sixth avenue. They have one OF the
nIcsst business rooms in town, and one Of the
best and most thorough stocks from which to
make selections. They win be glad to see
their customers at their new quarters.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

CLAPP's NEW GooDs.-We trust none of
our readers win overlook William Clapp'a
new advertisement and business notices in this
paper. And 1t will be decidedly to their dis
advantage IL they overlook that establishment
when they come 70 selecting goods. The
stock Is very full, and Is being sold cheap.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

". G. French was very fortunate in securing
the services Of our old friend, w. w. Bailey,
who lie kept constantly busy waiting on the
great crowd that daily throng that extensive
establishment, where he will be pleased Il
welcome his large circle OF aequaintances.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

LKcTURKs.-A. =. Stewart will commence q
course Of lectures AZ the Christian church
next Sabbath afternoon at o'clock, on "Uni-
tarianism and Uniyersalism." Ministers spec
tally invited TO attend; also the public gene
rally.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

MORE COAL. W. Morgan's advertisement
to-day tells the story. He sells Burlingame
eoSl, from Burlipgame. BE has already Sc
cured large custom, and proposes TO make 1t
very much larger, by making known the mer-
1ta Of mis- coal. Mr.. Morgan Is an entsrpriAing
and reliable man, and, we think our readsru
win be satisGed with the way he will M their
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES installation Of Rev. c.
I. Melvin, rs Pastor OF the Congregational
church, deferred from the previous appoint
ment, will take place on "Wednesday, the aOth
inst. Council meets at az o'clock p. m. In
stallation services at p. m. Sermon by DR.
McVicar, OF Topeka.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Fox & hAdley are doing thriving business
They are shipping boxes OF goods almost eV.
cry day to the Southwest. They are also re.
eeIving heavy supplies daily, among which
Will be found superb holiday goods.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

The following seasonable hint is from the
Detroit Post: "Now Is the time to rally to
the festive donation party. A donation party
is n cheerful gathering where poor clergy.
mans flock overwhelm him with bead watch
pockets, and eat up about $112 worth OF hi:
winter provisions" -s.sl
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Plunketvs engagement here was not q finan-
ciRl success. The old gentleman told us that
he had lost $4,000 since he came to Kansas,
five weeks ago. One night here the company
played TO $l7 house.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

TAKE IT BAcK.-Sarcastic fellows, who have
been tvitt.ng us by quoting "Italian climate -
Seattle live all winter on the prairies," etc.,
had better call and apologize. The weather,
for n week, has been ''ehawming.'
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

We neglected to acknowledge a call from
our old typo friend, Wash Logan, OF Colorado,
who has been spending several days here Wis.,
iting his fathers family. He went TO Colora-
do about ten years ago.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

A. s. Smith will move into his new store
before ChristmHs, IL ills finished. Meantime,
he has got in an elegant lot Of new goods, Is
will be seen by our business notice column.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Millinery and Drsssmaking-Mrs, J. n.
Green, 14S Commercial street, having agAin seeur-
ed the services OF Mrs. Baxter. late OF Chicago is
now prepared to furnish the ladies with perfect
6ttng dresses and patterns in an the latest styles
Also has hand splendid line CT millinery. Ia
dies underwear, furs, Etc 4e-d
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15
GRAND PUBLIC ENTERTAINMENT.

Odd Fellows Installation. Address, supper
and Ball-ProE McCarty to deliver the Adj
dress.
The Odd Fellows of Emporia propose to
have good time here on Tuesday, the End
day of January.
There will be a public installation Of officers
at Bancroft Hall in the evening at Z O'Clock,
and addresses by Prof II. ID. McCarty, State
superintendent Of Public Instruction, and s.
F. Burdett, OF Leavenworth, Secretary Of the
Grand Lodge Of the State. The exercises will
be interpreted with singing by q select choir.
A grand sOciable will be held in Odd Fellows
Hall. n grand Ban will be given at Bancroft
Hall. An elegant supper will be served at
Morris & BOttger's, from 8, p. m. to IL. p. m,
to suit the convenience of those In attendance.
Tickets to the supper will be 81 for each per-
son.
Tickets to the ball, o1.60.
The public are invited to attend the services
at the halls. Tickets OF Invitation to theI ball
will soon be issued.
The lodges OF surrounding towns are TO be
invited. q
This is the first public entertainment given
by our Odd Fellows in years, and we hope II
will be success.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

The Baptist Church Festival will be held
In Bancroft Hall, on Wednesday evening, Dec.
20. Ample arrangements will be made TO in
sure good time. Everybody is invited.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Dave Payne, OF sedgwick dropped in on us
On his way from Topeka. He received the
certificate OF election Representative from
that county. There will probably Be a con-
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

sAUsAGK.-Jaeob saddel, of Cassion's meat
market, sent us n fine mess OF sausage on
Wednesday, for which we make our b est bow.
Jake and Mike are n team.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

CONUNDRUM.-Why are some OF the young
ladies OF Emporia like the reserved seats ut
Bancroft Halll Because they are marked
tstaEat,
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

We soc that Cushman s. Burke are again
giving concerts in different parts Of the State.
We hope they will make money enough to set
ale little advertising bill at this office.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

DIED.-Clara Hunt, wife Of our former citi-
zen, sherburn Hunt, and daughter Of John
Fawcett, died at Arkansas City, OF consump-
ton, on Tuesday evening Of last week.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

A LITTLE MIsTAKE.-It was Rev. L. l..
Holden that preached the sermon at the Bap-
list church on Thanksgiving day, and not Rev.
Ayerill
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

GERMAN BALL.-Ths Germans OF EmporiA
are preparing for grand ball on the evening
Of the 18th at Bantroft hall. The proceeds Are
10 be donated TO the poor. sag .'-.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

DIR. Criley has bought the lot just south OF
the postofnce, and VIII erect thereon u flne
brick building in the spring. '-;
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

RELIGIoUs.-Rev. Mr.. Fiery, Lutheran
minister from Mansfield, Ohio, will preach on
Sabbath morning next, at the new PreAbyter-
Ian church In this city.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

We should say one-half OF the residentA
OF Emporia have not tree growing about
their places. That's u shame. lt
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Uncle Samuel has "locked the barn after
the horse was stolen,'' by putting new Nc
Neal & Urban safe in our postoffice. Fox feels
jubilant.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Hon. Isaac Mooney. Of Butler county, called
on us. We are always glad to meet the true
men OF the Southwest. We predict that Mr..
NJ. will make good legislator.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

ICE.-Furguson 4 Harvey have filed their
ice house with nice pure ice from the Cotton
wood. We contemplate the hot days with a
degree Of indifference.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Morris & BOttger's room IL literally filled
with good things TO eat. II you are hungry
step In and see II your mouth don't water.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Alexis has often expressed his surprise and
delight ut the beauty OF American women.
And he has not visited Emporia yet!
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Epstein Goodman are buying heavy guam
titles or hides, rs visit 10 their warehouse
Will show. teatH ,t!ui'fE tH
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

We regret to learn that Mr.. Tillolson, OF the
new boot and shoe establishment is confined
To his room with illness.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Harry Stafford has some space LEFT in his
Holiday paper. a few more advertisers can
be accommodated. 1t will be issued in about
week.. Gil. clln. FI1if
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15
FARMING LANDS.

Improved Farm. 100 acres miles southwest 0
town, large stone house, good orch rd and 20 acre
of timber, all bottom land. Price 5000.
Improved Farm, III acres q miles west of town
nice new frame house, 90 acres well improved, FIN
orchard. $55 per acre. Will sell ID acres of tim
Der miles distant at $50 per acre if desired
Improved farm, 10 acres miles cast, 100 acre
under fence, about 20 acres under cultivation
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Our folks are all getting on their holiday
goods, and the stores look gay dressed in their
holiday clothes.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Billy Huestis is 10 have nice room for his
barber shop in Williams new building.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Burgan s. Holmes have opened horse shoe
ing department.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15
LOTS
EMPORIA.
CITY AND SUBURBAN PROPERTY.

The pubic sciH TscoEect that all coRreydRein9 and
Notary business tciH Be promptly attended to at T"s
OMce.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

BACK AGAIN.--We are glad to SEQ the IA
miliar face OF friend Allen again behind the
counters ut CIapp's.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

RELIGIOUS BoOKs.-Mr. John B. Oswald has
been appointed eoIporteuE OF the EmporIa
Presbytery, for the sale Of the works Of the
Presbyterian Board OF Publication, OF Phila-
delphis. The publications Of this Board en-
brace books suitable for all protestant denomi-
nations. He has commenced the workof visit
Ing the people for the sale and distribution OF
books and tracts. HisterripOry embraces Ly-
on and several surrounding counties-all those
in the Emporia Presbytery. He intends to
make thorough canvass OF this district. He
has fine lot OF books now on exhibition and
sale at MeCandliss' drug store, which are suit
able FOR holiday presents. Nothing is more
appropriate for present than . good book.
Sabbath schools VIII be supplied with libra
ries at very cheap rates. Descriptive cata-
logues furnished.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Watson & loves new scale 10 up. And they
have full supply OF FIT. Scott coal. See no
tlce elsewhere.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Everything 1, serene since our night police
were put on. ~Ah 80
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15
EMPORLA.

We ought to have good bell on the court
house. --.4.s sss -D-V
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The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Ice is eight or nine inches thick on oul
Abrams
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15
VALUABLE LAND FOR sALF
STRAYED.
Shade Trees & Nursery Stoc

published in THE EAPoRIA NEWS, Dec. 18th, 1Su
AN ORDINANCE
To amend an ordinance entitled San Ordinance
in relation to the ISIS ie OF Bonds to fund the
Scrip Indebtedness of the City" approved No
venber1 1sn, 2 zisss.s4sJ-7
Be it ordained by the Mayor and Councilmen Of
the city OF 4Npporia: .azaf iou4
SIC. /. That the words "day they are issued in
sectc1 OF said ordinances slIg1l - stricken ont,
and the words 10th day of November, 1su, )" be
SEC. 2. That section OF said ordinance shall be
amended by adding the1 etO the following words
land shall charge to the applicant for any suOh
bond the accrued interest thereon from the 10th
day OF November, 1911. &c the date OF issue.'
in force from and sitter republication.
/. Approved December, 11th, ISL,
5s7FslF- WILLIAM JAY, Mayor.
certify that the above is q true copy OF an or
dinanee adopted by the City Council at meeting
held December 18th, 1S71.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Use Geo. Leis' celebrated Condition Powder for
Horses and Cattle. They are Kansas discovery.
The best. cheapest and safest powder in use. For
sale by all druggists z5-6
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Photograph Gallery 20 Lets-Has the best light
Of any gallery in the city. Operating room 9ox7e.
Reception room 20x17. Good location. WIN rent
1t very low, for one or more years. Enquire of p.
j. LEHNHARD, at Red Boot Shoe Store. 45-tt
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

A Cabinet Sewing Machine for sale At the
City Book Store at a reduced price 43-tf
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

one car load Of the celebrated studebaker wag
Ms just received The best wagon In the market
or sale cheap, for cash In hand, at
A-tI HoLDKRAAH 4 BRo.'s.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

II you want fresh Rolls, Rasks. Pastry and Hll
varieties Of Cake, 80 10 aN
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

How To GET OUT OF TowN.-The other
day two Misses OF this place were eanvasslng
for money for n Christmas tree for one Of our
Sabbath schools. A stranger, who seemed to
be in = happy state Of mind, WAS met on the
street and asked by one OF the fair collectors to
figIve us something for our Christmas tree"
With a quizicaI sort Of expression, the stranger
informed the ladies that he had no money.
They insisted. To put an end to their inqui-
ries as TO his financial condition, he said @Gals,
haven't got money enough TO get out Of
town." go" replied one Of the young ladies,
"give US what money you have for our Christ
mas tree, and then we win take up . eollec-
ti0n % get YOU Gus u town. We ere not in
formed whether the stranger "eane omsdiAte-
ly dovynu or not 80 81
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

The Cavalier linen collar at = saE fls.e5
4O-tf PKKLxY 4 BKARcBs.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

A. w. schuIenburE, soap and candle manu-
tacturer, St. Louis. san
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Those Crib Blankets at Smiths are Q beau
tiful article, soft fne heecy aad will wear excel
lently. Get one for the baby. s'9f,i.'sks 46-tf
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Arkansas city Propertys-I offer for sale q
few choice Business and Residence Lots in Ar
kansas City, Gerry cheap. Address
4B-tf p- L. B. KEELoGd, u
~ - ArkAnsas City, Kansas.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15
BUSINESS NOTICES.

Day Board at IS per week at the Mad
HouSa. =. 80
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Family White Fish for s1.75, at
w3s-tf G. w. FREDERICK'S.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Large stock Of Felt and Balmoral skirts at
47-tf .@seR ] BANCROFT & McGARIER's.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

John Fawcett-shadc trees and nursery
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

HUuHOuIneHt OF boots and shoes and Clothing.
Bachelor q Jones--Valaable land for sale
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

What Everyone Needs-The elegant and du-
rable goods found at W., c,.,.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Kernoehan have fitted up stand in their new
store exclusively for the sale of cigars and Tobac
60. They will always keep the best brands or
hand The public is invited to step in and give il
a trial saa SOL
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Bancroft . McCarter are the agents for the
Buttrick Co. patterns. We have now in stock
over SEQ different patterns lori aides, misses gents
boys and ehileren, at eastern prices. w32-G
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Maple Wood Cemetery.-S. R. Hall is the an
thorized agent for sale of lots in this cemetery
located northwest of the city. He will attend to
having graves dug for those who desire him to do
so. He may be found at the store of Hall Bros.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Municipal, County, State and District
Bonds and Public Securities. = Parties
throughout the State of Kansas who have bonds to
negotiate will do well to call upon Stone, Tinkham
& Co No. 216 Kansas avenue, opposite the Teht
House, Topeka. correspond with them. They
are dealing largely in Kansas bonds and viii fur.
nish all the blanks necessary In negotiating Them
and give any desired information. Address them
STONE, TINKHAA b Co.,
d14s-l54-E1s:tfa Lock Box %. Topeka, sHansas
A Fresh stock OF neck wear at
S0-tf PERLKY & BEARCE's
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

wanted: School Bonds and county Bonds. fol
which cash viii be paid.
.sEAddEesss -. II. GRIEFI1H & BRO, II
Emn0riA
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Our Gentlemen readers are requested to call
and examine the choicest selection Of gents fur
nishing goods ever displayed in Emporia, at
so-5i VIC FRENcHtS
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

nv ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS present this
{ the following list Of new business notI-
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

A new stock OF dress goods, in plaids, delaines,
SC, Just received at u,s
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1871-12-15

Alaska Salmond at
waa-tf CIV. FREDERIcK's.
Save Time and Eabor-Use Schulenburg's
Laundry Soaps. 1882
The Daily state register. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1870-1872, 1871-05-28
SIBERIAN ESQUIMAUX.

They seem to be inoffensive, un-
warlille people, good -natured, and
readily pleased; they are not much
given to begging, nor are they pos
sessed of thieving propensity so pc
culiar to the Indian races. [ was
not able to discover that there was
any form of Government among
them, except a sort of patriarcial
one, though they do not seem to lie
subject to the will of any Chief.
The most influential person in their
midst was young mGn called Nok-
um, who had seen some service in
whalers. and who spoke little Eng
lish. He was possessed of great
gravity, and rarely exhibited sur
prise at what to the others would
seem great novelties. He seemed to
regard imperturbability as qualii-
cation which greatly increased his
influence with his associates. l
never knew him to show the slight
est astonishment but once, and that
was in examining a breech-loading
fowling- piece, when he exclaimed,
with an oath, "Melican man know
everything
Their costume suggests the idea of
great comfort, but corresponding
want of cleanliness. 1t is composed
of reindeer skins, which are proba-
bly never washed, from the day they
are put on until they are worn out.
We gave them some cigars, and told
them to smoke; of which indulgence,
Andrew and an old fellow who was
with him availed themselves, though
the former would not permit his
wife to do so. | noticed that after
he had nearly finished his cigar he
handed over the stump to her, from
which | inferred there was a secret
understanding that the one we had
given to her was to be reserved for
herlord and master. The old fellow
who accompanied them began on his
by attempting to light the wrong
end, and made all manner of wry
fac ;, which satisfied me that he was
not accustomed to the use of tobacco
in that form; still, after he became
used to it. he puffed away as if
he enjoyed it hugely. After An
drew's wife had finished with her
stump, she passed it over to the old
Indian, who received it with many
expressions of delight. They re-
mained on board several hours, and
returned to their hut laden with the
little knick- knacks which had been
given to them on board. Andrew
promised to return the next day with
1 reindeer shirt for one of the Off
GERS, and said his wife should make
him a pair Of moccasins, both of
which promises. l believe, he faith
fully fulfilled. Overland Monthly
for June.
The Daily state register. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1870-1872, 1871-05-28

An OLD STYLE Posi- OFFICE.-
Girls" the humorous correspond
ent of the Cincinnati Times and
Chronicle. is now doing up Missouri
for that paper. In letter from
Palmyra, No. he gets off the follow
ing:
..Thev tell some amusing anec-
dotes of one of the earliest settlers
here. He was the first Postmaster,
If a man wanted a letter he would
be compelled to hunt up the Post
master. and would very likely find
him in the field plowin@. On in
ouiry if there was anything in the
Post-Ofice for him, the Postmaster
would stop his team. sit down on the
ground, and, removing his hat, take
out the letters deposited there, run
ming them over to see if there was
one for the applicant. 1 declare.
he would sometimes remark, this
Post-Ofice is increasing so | shall
be compelled to buy bigger hat.