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The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

W. l.. stem len, amid the gaieties Of the
holidays. for n visit 10 his fathers and friends
in Indianapolis. outside of his business rcla-
tions, he will be missed by the young folks Of
our city. lie will be absent six or eight weeks,
in the mean time his host OF friends wish him
u happy time.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

Hon. r. Z. Thompson, the representative
elect of SedgwicS county. left yesterday for
the scene Of his lahors this winter, fun of faith
and hope that much good will be accomplished
before spring by the law makers Of our state.
MIR. I. is not only an in,eIIigen, and well in.
formed man. but an earnest worker. and hi.
influence for good this winter will be felt.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

our beautiful fall eliminated New Years day
in one of the finest days We ever saw. The
thermometer stood at - degrees in the shade
until o'clock. and at shutdown was up to -
degrees Saturday night we had touch OF
winter and some little snow fell, but at this
writing the weather {. again delightful.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

Mr.. and Mrs. z. II. cleveland gave New
Years dinner TO u few of their relatives and
friends, and during the entertainment Mr..
cleveland was presented with very hand
some family bible. and Mrs cleveland with a
deed to L quarter section Of land. Rev. II. ].
Walker was also presented with purse or
package of money.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

Ii is rumored that the Douglas Avenue
House. built and heretofore owned by VIM.
Griefenstcib, has been sold TO Mr.. Daily, the
former proprietor Of the house bearing his
name. The consideration. We hear, was about
$4,000. 1t is concluded that this house will
be run by Mr.. Daily himself, although we do
not positively know.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

Esquire Ross is sinking shaft on the Min
Discah for coal. Gentlemen who have exam.
ined the "opening" entertain not the least
doubt that he will find paying vein. We
hope so. The discovery Of a workable vein Of
coal fixes the future Of this country for great
or future than has vet been counted upon.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

The frs; union service in observance Of the
week of prayer was held at the Methodist
church Monday evening. The attendance and
spirit Of the meetings are good-sll that could
be expected ST the first meetings. The three
churches uniting in the obserbanee are all
represented. 1t is hoped that every evening
viii witness an increased attendance
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

Our friend W. Z. Stanley, esq. one of Wich-
ita's most popular Young men, both as citizen
and attorney, left for Ohio this week where he
will remain on visit for some time. He SER
iously promised something for these columns
and we seriously put faith in his sincerity
and hope TO hear from him.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

SOUTHWEST MISSOURI The Atlantic and
Pacific railroad company offers 100000 acres
of land in Central and Southwest Missouri at
from 80 to Sl2 per acre. on seven years time,
with free transportation from 81. Louis TO all
purchasers. Climate, soil, timber. mineral
wealth. schools. churches and law-abiding So
ciety invite emigrants from all points to this
land of fruits and flowers. For particulars adj
dress A. Tuck, land commissioner, st. Louis,
No. 42-f
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08


W. L. ROUSE: We the undersigned citizens
OF Wichita, feeling a great pride in the new
hotel you are about opening in our city, and
particularly feeling ..ntcrcstcd in its large pros
perity, most respectfully ask you to name a
day ihat we can. in our humble way. give you
benefit, and thus show our appreciation OF
x,,r ,parc.r ,pJ al,;Ii,v
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

T.. W. Carr lost. on the 10th of December,
between Whceler's and the school house in
West Wichita, a dny-bcok, containing black
smith accounts. The book was about ten by
fourteen inches IN size. lie will be much
obliged and will reward the finder il 1t is left
nt this Office
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

Mr.. EDITOR; wish TO say, through your
columns, TO the people of Minneha that the
dresses worn by two Dung ladies 10 the party
ut the bachelors den were calico. not velvetine.
hare frcttcd my righteous soul over much
about it. for fear the young men might he de-
cieved in the goods, and think il something
costly. Yours, CousINP r.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

THE FASTEST TIME ON RECoRp-FROM
THE MISSISSIPPI TO NEW YORK AND Bos-
rON-By special arrangement, on and after
sunday, August 3D.. a lightning express train
viii run between ST Louis, Quincy. New York
and Boston. via. luirdo. Wabash and Western,
Lake Shore and New York and Central roads,
leaving ST. Louis and Qui-Icy in the evening,
Immediately after the arrival Of trains from
the west, stopping only at the principal sta
tations and arriving at Toledo for breakfast;
passing along the shore of lake Erie by day
light. and arriving at the New York Grand
Central depot at 1915 next morning. This
time is over eight hours in advance Of the Chr
cago route to Toledo, Cleveland. Buffalo, New
York and Boston, and four hours and forty
minutes quicker to Detroit; also from three to
ten hours quicker to above points than all
other competing lines.
Tickets for sale at all principal Offices in the
west. q. W. Burrows. general superintcnd
ents. Lafayette; J. $. Lazarus, western agent.
Kansas CITY; W. l.. Malcolm. general agent,
Toledo. 2l-l2
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

His honor, the mayor Of our city James G..
Hope. returned this week from an extensive
trip 10 New York City and to the New England
states. We have not had the pleasure of meet
ing him since hi return. but we have not the
least doubt that he was glad TO get back 10
~ i.bita
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

CEDAI POINT FLOUR STORE.-We are now
putting IN stock of new flour at No. SO Main
street. Wichita. Kas., and respectfully invite
the citizens of Wichita and the surrounding
country, AS well as dealers who purchase their
hour at Wichita, to give Us q call, and give cur
-four trial. We are now retailing xxx at
$3.50, XXX $3.50, fine 1926. Shorts Sl.50,
bran soc per cwt Remember the place Is at
McCork!c's grocery store, adjoining c. ". Gar
1son's harness, shop.
July Goth, 1873.
Eff DRTNKwATER 4 SCHRIvER.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

EDITOR EAGLE: There will be a meeting
Of the Ladies' Relief Society" on "Wednesday
afternoon, Jan. 18th, al the residence Of Mrs.
Judge Fisher. Owing 10 the mild and favor
little demand for food and clothing for tie
destitute but now As we may expect 4 cold
and Indictment season, donations of money,
food and clothing are solicited. and may be LEFT
at any time during the week at Mrs. Fishers,
on Topeka Avenue. three squares north OF
Douglas Avenue. Persons knowing of desti-
tute families may leave Information at the same
place. By order Of the President.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08
Mrs. JAMES II. Tom, Secretary

Wichita is fast getting rid of that element
which has proved such curse 10 her prosper
ity, thanks to the county attorney and the i'm
proved sentiment of the place which is back
ing him up. Rowdy Joe made a telling shot
that night. II shot Red" into eternity; him
self out Of the country; Anderson through
the head Bcebe, Reds bar fender, into the
penitentiary Joe DE Merritt, Reds mistress,
into the penitentiary; Rowdy Kate 10 parts
unknown and Smith, Omct and another into
Jail for perjury. 1.-The mills of the gods grind
slowly but they grind exceedingly small"
Patten was sentenced for a year. Beebe for
three years, and Josephine DE Merritt for ten
wears.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

Harris ice plow and machinery has arrived
Ii cost large sum of money, but being APP
parcntly perfect in its line. if il ever does
freeze, he will hurry up hundreds of tons Of
ice between sun and sun. Harris will supply
everybody with ice next wear
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

newspaper correspondent or reporter from
Nebraska aecidently shot himself one night
last week. The wound il only flesh wound.
and not dangerous. His countenance seems
also to be in mourning.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

A new post Office has been established at Mt.
Hope. Greeley township, Sedgwick county.
As we have a list of subscribers at every post
Office in tins county, We hope 10 hear from
Mi. Hope in a few days
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

The PUBLIC ENDORSE 1.-THE efforts of
the managers OF the 81. Louis, Kansas City and
Northern short line. 10 meet the requirements
Of the travelling public. has resulted in large
increase in through passenger business, which
has kept up admirably. Notwithstanding the
duh times. mainly attributable TO the extensive
improvements made in the last two years. cost
ing over two millions dollars besides earnings.
The company i. now running five Of those mag
niticent DAY coacl.-. fitted with Bucks recin-
ing and adjustable chairs. and dressing Toons
wifi every desirable toilet convenience. With
out any extra charge. Ten more Of these SUI
perb coaches, % supplant ordinary ears, are in
process OF construction. each Of which viii
be finer than the preceding ones. Great at
tenti0n Is given 10 safety, the coaches being
supplied with Black-tone's platforms and coup
lers. to prevent teieseoping aud oscillation.
" @tchmen patrol the line day aud night, be-
fore and after the passage of each train. TO see
that everything i. in good order. This ystem
q watehmen gives this road extraordinary cx-
emptioa from accidents. and especially that the
impaired iron has been replaced this season by
the best quality Of new steel and iron rails,
laid on broad. new ties. This road continues
10 run six fast express trains. two more than
any other read between tae Missouri AMI Ms
,issippi rivers. Any ticket agent selling
through tickets 10 the east, north or south.
sells tickets over th!, excellent road. for map.
circulars. and t!Ile tables. address either L.
man MeCaTty. kansas City- Mo. or 7. b.
Groat. s. Louis. No. ;e-u
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

II Is said the railroad intends to test the le-
gality Of their land tax in Sedgwick county,
and it is farther said that if the railroad refuses
to pay their tax the county may refuse to pay
the interest on the bonds
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

For EXCHANGED general stock Of ,ner-
chsndise, =, SO to $500 worth. for Texas
cattle al fair price. Address. stating num-
Der. quality and prics, WN- +. WILSON,
3a-tf New Florence. No.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

READ THIS.
IMPROVED FARM-l60 acres. first bottom
land. with 30 acres in cultivation: coed
house iix20. pine, story and !. half :
good stable l:Xa6; 100 rods Of grow
ing hedge good web three and 4
half miles from Wichita. being the
northwest quarter of section -. town
ship 26. east. Price sl5oo.
NO. .j-l60 acres second bottom; southwest
quarter section 30, township 70, range
2east; \ miles from Wichita Price
5000.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

A German minister by the name Of German
will preach in the German language at the
school house on next Sabbath, at II o'clock.
All the Germans Of the city are invited to at
tend
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

Atsregu lar meeting Of Wichita lodge No. 80,
/. o. o. f., held at the lodge room, Saturday
evening, January 81, the following officers
were enstalled for the ensuing term by NJ. w.
Levy, =. ID. G. NJ, vice G. w. Reeves. u. ID.
G. NJ. unavoidable absent, assisted by Past
Grand Vigus, Wheeler, Steele and Cought I:
W. J. Hobson, y. g., ii. Kende, V. G., G.
Ekar,, Il. $, II. Cogdell, i. s., ii. Boite, treas
urer. After the installation ceremonies had
been concluded the members ofthe lodge were
invited to the Santa Fe bakery where sump-
tious oyster supper had been preparedand 10
which ample justice was done, all in friend
ship. love and truth.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

Capt. Tucker, George Mathews and Mr..
Ramage were out on a deer hunt one day this
week They brought five deer and wounded
the sixth. Capt. Tucker has killed six deer
himself this winter.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

The body o. man that had been buried on
city. was found the other day lying upon the
surface Of the ground in a mutilated condition.
Il had been dragged from the grave by wolves.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

c. 5. Drodbent called on us Saturday even
ing. Mr.. Broadbcnt was one Of the gentlemen
appointed to examine the state institutions,
which duty we have no doubt wa. thoroughly
pcrformch
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

SLer.ff Smith delivered, on New Years day,
10 Sheriff T.. ii. Massey the books and papers
pertaining 10 the office Of sheriff, and now
friend Pleasant may be heard crying from an
upper window, ..hear We . hear ye.'' etc.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

All patents have been received at the Wich-
ita land Office bearing date up to the 18th OF
March. 1878. 80 we are informed by the officers.
Persons entitled to anu desiring their perfected
Titles will take notice.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

The. Turnyerein ball on New Years eve net
ted, so we are informed by the president of the
society, Henry Sweiter, aboat 500 over and
above all expenses.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

Judge Campbell granted AN INDUCTION in the
case of the III Paso bridge bonds, and the treas
urer has been enjoineJ from the collection Of
the taxes for the interest.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

T.. l.. Hart. esq, friend OF Judge Brewers,
from Flora, H.. was admitted TO practice in
our conr, at the last term, aud viii become a
permanent resident.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

Our Baptist friends, not 10 be outdone in
enterprise, in lieu of Christmas tree. gave
their Sunday school scholars aud friends a very
fine dinner on New Years day.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

The new hotel will be named the Occiden-
tai We will give an extended account Of its
opening and furnishing.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

In connection with the following list
we have for sale several tracts Of land,
ranging from to 20 acres, adjacent to
the city, suitable for suburban resi-
dences, and choice residence lots in all
parts of the city. We also have the ex-
elusive agency of several of the best
business lots in the business center of
the city. Call at our Office for infor-
nation as to price and location.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

Want Of time and space prevented ns from
noticing in our last issue the methodist Christ
mas tree. The tree was pine, about ten feet
high, but il was not Of sufficient capacity TO
hold AL the presents that were brought to hang
on it's broad arms ard body. consequently
table had to he brought into use also a rope
was stretched from one side of the church TO
the other and they were filled to their utmost
capacity. After recitation entitled ''is Santa
Claus dead:' by Miss Caldwell. which was
nicely rendered. and recitations and songs by
four other little girls with banners. which were
also very interesting. the fun began. Major
Jas. Davidson was then called upon to assist the
superintendent in presenting the gifts num-
Der Of which were very fine Upon the whole
il was very delightful. mirth-provoking occa-
sion. Some regrets Were expressed on ac-
count of the church not being large enough TO
hold all who came.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

News was received here on Tuesday morn
ing of the arrest of Rowdy Joe in st. Louis.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

The congenia and jolly cashier of the Wich-
ita Savings bank. Mr.. Hyde, has gone 10 Mas
sachusc;ts on visit.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

See assignecs' sale OF hardware, stoves and
farming implements.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

The old board of commissioners held their
last business meeting last Monday, at which
time. among other things disposed of, was the
approving of the bonds of several of the new
county officers who take possession next Tues
day. Upon the whole VIC congratulate the
outgoing board upon the successful and salts
factory manner in which the affairs of the peo-
Pile of Sedgwick county have been handled.
The position of commissioner is an onerous one,
and much OF the work pertaining TO The office
is unavoidably open to public criticism. Few
boards. as far as our observation goes. ever
gave more general satisfaction than the one
above alluded TO, and to the two members who
now so back TO private life, large majority Of
the tax payers of the county wish success and
prosperity. no doubt, hoping that the new
board lle.- succeed still further in the line Of
economical Expenditures, aud in the husband
Ing of the peoples money
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

NO. W-lG0 acres first bottom southeast,
quarter section 50, township -. range
! east: 45 acres under cult, alton !;
pine frame house laXi6, with kitchen !;
II miles from Wichita. Price g. $50
No. 2o9-i6O acres first bottom; southeast
quarter section $, township -, range
l west. Price 60
NJ. 4l-So acres first bottom q acres of tim
Der on Chisholm creek the north halt
OF the northwes; quarter of section - :.
township q. range east three-quar-
tiers Of u mile from this city. Price
Loo
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

The Wichita Touring mill is turning off a
fine grade of flour.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

John McCulloch, a merchant from Illinois,
is visiting his brother, our fellow townsman,
James McCulloch. esq.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

MURDER.-On the evening of the 18th nil. Il
difficulty occurred at a Christmas dance at
Lazette. Co~ley county, Kansas. young
man named Osborne, in a personal difficulty
with Mr.. Rucker, Of said town, received stab
in the let side from a knife in the hands of
Rucker. Mr.. Osborne only survived few
minutes. The parties are young and highly
respectable and the sad affair has cast gloom
over the community. The prisoner ~ now
confined in the county Jail at Winfield, await
ing trial
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

Col Ma,ldux is building stylish and COM
modious gothic cottage on Second street.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

Buffalo have been seen within twenty miles
Il this city in the last few days.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

See advertisement Of money to loan by T
w Dunton
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

"Presented to 81. NJ. Murdoch by an cid
Hoozier's wife," is what We found written
upon a note which was attached TO great nice
cake that had been slyly left upon our desk.
We will wager anything that that Hoozier's
wife possesses warm impulses and an appre-
ciative heart and that she is a good woman
and whom it were blessed to call mother.
Thank you
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08

no. PEA first class hotel for .ale. situated
on the corner Of Water street an,.
Douglas avenue, in the city of WIGHT
ta,. being 5oxS0, with wing s3xsJ,
three stories high. containing fifty-one
rooms. This house was built this
summer, and il doing a good business.
This property can be bought for SI5,-
900, on easy terms. For full particli-
lars please address us. GroNnd 5oxla0
NO. es9-l60 acres southwest quarter Of sec
ton "a, township ~. range 3 east: ~
Acres under cultivation; s acres under
fence; hedge rows broke pine house
12xl4: watered by Eight Mile creek.
Price $500.
NO. 290-lG0 acres % acres Of timber, and
30 under cultivation; corral of acres
fenced; watcred by Arkansas river {;
miles from Wichita. Price SIJc0 /;
onc-third cash. and balance TO suit
purchaser, secured on land.
NO. eJI-S0 acrrs east half Of southwest
quarter of section III. range ! east {:
~ acres in cultivation; house, stable
and pump; / miles of Valley Center
Price I'll 900; one-halt cash, balance in
six months time. secured
NO. 2S6--Ea-t half of northeast quarter OF see
ton -. township 26, range east, con-
tanning 81 acres. Price 80.
no. $3.50 acres the south half Of the south
west quarter Of section 10. township
70, range / east IL acres under cultiya-
ton: 81 miles north of Wichita, in the
valley of the Little Arkansas. Price
400.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1874-01-08
VI ARHlED.
LIST OF LETTERS

Jan. 1>t. by Rev. J. {. Post. Mr. stephen
Tuders and Miss Lizzie NcAdams, all Of Sedg-
wick county.