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The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05
An Opera in Wichita.

Wichita is to have new experience OF the
nights OF the 9th and 10Th. Our fame rs
people Of aesthetic tastes-as 4 city of art pat
rons has reached far enough out to bring Us
many entertainments that are ordinarily found
in large cities only. Such accomplished ar
ilsts as Katie Putnam find no fault with the
iberality Of our patronage. The truth is
large per cent. OF the people oil Wichita know
'iwhats what'-have been used 70 things.
consequently cant be fooled, yet need no urg-
ing CT enlightenment when anything worth
their patronage is announced. To say that
the celebrated Richings-Bernard English OPP
era Company are coming to Wichita-the
genuine CGroline-Richings-ae by
twenty-five OF her people, means Eagle Hall
crammed TO its utmost capacity. TO hear her
chorus and orchestra. The Bohemian Girl
viii be given one night. OF course al our
musical talent viii be out to hear real priGls
dona of acknowledged position and power,
and who has proved one of the most remarka-
bic women OF the stage. Next Monday and
Tuesday nights See advertisement
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05
A Narrow Escape from Death.

y little child OF Mr.. Chas. Walker, who
lives on the west side OF the river in Illinois
township, while playing near the well last
Saturday evening, tell in. The well had not
been walled. Ii is thirty-dye feet in depth,
with i've foot of water, and had no rope or
MINDLESS. Mr.. Walker was compelled to run
to neighbours for a rope with which to de.
scend and it was fully fifteen minutes before
the body Of the child was rescued from its
parilous position. To all outward signs there
was no spark OF lille lett but urged by hope
the parents and friends kept working with the
body and applying all known resuscitating
methods until > e'elock next morning when
to the great joy of all the living breath fol-
lowed the action Of the pulsating heart By
Monday morning the child appeared as well
and happy as usual.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05
The st. Louis Marrow Guage Railroad Cen
vention Fizzle.

Two weeks since the EAGLE in discussing
The FEASIBILITY and prospect OF the proposed
line OF narrow guage from St Louis to the
southern Colorado mines through the wheat
/ belt OF southern Kansas, sugge sted that the
circular sent out by the board of trade of that
city, appeared TO indicate that if such road
was built il must be at the expense of the
counties through which il is located. This
paper further intimated that St. Louis was
famed for Just such narrow guage policy.
Subsequent events have shown that we were
not only right in our conclusions but that the
whole scheme was q political job to forward
the fortunes OF a single individual. The entire
proceedings of the convention are before US
and upon their face show nothing but bad
blood, cheap gas and moonshine enterprise.
How il was possible for so large represen-
tation from three states to accomplish SO little,
even in the line OF sensible talk, passes our
understanding. Innumerable lines were pro-
posed for every one OF which somebody stood
ready TO pledge aid, but not one cent would
St. Louis agree TO give to any of them. Her
delegation seemed to consider that il the city
allowed the road to terminate there no more
could be expected at her hands.
Within and for herself old fogy st. Lou 5
never did anything. 1t is even asserted now,
and 10 doubt with truth, that outside money
from country depositors and the state funds
in the State National Bank which busted
last week, built their bridge. Certain it is
that over two millions OF the country peoples
money is tied up if not lost by helping the
commercial interests of that old Hip Van
Wrinkle corporation which was never known
to help herself except out of somebody else's
pocket. The Gio5eDsmocrdt admits that fail
ure is written all over the proceedings Of the
narrow guage convention 1t is the old story
OF the desire for public Improvements at the
expense of somebody else's private purse.
varied by promises Of county AID. Unfortun-
aiely the history of county aid 10 railroads
throughout the west is history OF swindle-
ing imposlure-the ruin Of taxpayers and
property owners for the ultimate benefit Of
dishonest corporations.
At this writing our delegate, Mr.. A. W.
Oliver, has not returned and we know not
what he may have to offer in way OF general
mitigation, but he must have been convinced
that outside OF little cheap advertising the
convention proved eplorable failure.
We are Tor an east and west road and for a
road down the Arkansas to the Mississippi.
The first EAGLE that tapped its wings in this
valley five years ago last April, strongly
favored such lines, pointing the to advantages
to be gained. To such enterprises we would
not object to a reasonable amount OF local aid
for standard guages. But il any St. Louis
or other corporation expects TO pocket $500,
600 of the peoples funds tor any twenty or
thirty miles of cheap narrow guage built, they
can confidently count upon one opposition
thai viii endeaYor To make itself felt
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

The Normal Institute 10 be held at the
school house on the 9Th OF August, is in pur-
suance OF law passed last winter. Its to be
hoped thai. it may prove advantageous TO our
teachers. The counties in the State will thi.
year appropriate in the aggregate from ten to
twenty tloasah4 dollars for these Institutes,
which in some degree are to make up for the
crushing Of State Normal Schools. An emf
nent educator we believe is TO attend each
Wehope our teachers win study to improve
themselves by learning the best modes of i'm.
parting know ledge to those Entrusted to their
care. This is the prime object.of the County
Institute, and every teacher should do all in
his Or power to give the new law fair test.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05
Arkansas Valley Wheat in Europe.

Mr. John Davidson, an extensive shipper vi
wheat 10 Europe, spent one day this we elk in
Wichita In converting a.. shipment OF wheat
from Wichita last fall into flour, he sand ho
discovered that Arkansas valley No. wheat
produced as fine grade of -four as Minnesota
best. To further satisfy himself he came here
In person to examine the crop of this year
and to estimate the probable surplus, also to
determine the purchase OF large body of
land for wheat growing purposes.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

Two weeks ago we noticed the fact of the
presence Of officers who were in pursuit OF
five Indians who stole seven horses near Grand
Island, Nebraska, and who had been tracked
to within two miles Wichita where il was sup
posed they crossed the Great Arkansas. The
officers were correct in their judgment. The
party was oyertaken in Cowley county and
The Telegram gives the result in tac following
words:
"rne officers came up ON two of the five in
Rock township, thus county, one day last
week, and the Indians attempting TO run
away were fred into by the pursuing party.
Sixteen shots In all, were fired, one Indian
being wounded. They We're tracked by the
blood some four miles when ii was supposed
they were caught and shot by the officers, as
they made the remark to some OF tue farmers
in the vicinity that they (the Indians) would
rot steal any more horses. Two ofthe horses
were recovered
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05
imposition [!

| have been informed that there q parties
in Wichita, Kansas, that are dra in all
kinds of sewing machines, IL - p are old
ones and made TO look Ike nea ought by
parties from the regular agent sold to
dealers living in Chicago, Illinois - may be
paid for and some not. If not the he lar agent
can take them by law whenever 50 required
by the company, or whenever seen by agent.
A few words from David Cook OF Chicago,
Illinois, who buys Old machines aud makes
them look like new and WHOLESALERS them to
parties who wishes to buy old machines and
impose them on the people. | have on hand
all kinds OF sewing machines, among Others /
will sell you the Singer-new family box COW
er, drop leaf and two drawers, eighty dollars
Rebuilt iof new furniture and all look exactly
the same as new, for twenty-five dollars, and
others in the same proportion. 10 the good
people of the Southwest please bear in mind
that new singer sewing machine cannot be
sold in the Southwest except through or by
me and have no agent in Wichita.
VIM. MASON, General Agent.
Office II Main Street, few doors north OF
the Occidental. l4-3m
LINEN SrrIrs loss than oast 4 4, ..tn-o os,t at
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

Still in the field and at it again. Why will
YOU go with dirty clothes, aud greasy collars
On your coats when you can have them neatly
cleaned, all grease. paint, tar and dirt removed
lustre added and pressed to give them the APP
pearance of new garments. All kinds of
LADIES' and gentlemen's wooden goods colored
Main street, south Of Douglas Avenue, next
door 10 Miss Markham's millinery store.
SIT y. CHADWICK.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

New wheat IS expected in The market this
week. Buyers are Offering Si.02 for No. 2;
95c tor No 3; and soc for No. 4. The price
in st. Louis on Monday was S1.i for August.
$l.35 has been offered Old wheat in this
market is very scarce. selling at 81 90 and not
graded very closely. Corn is lrm at 8Jc.
Hogs selling at $3.50.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

o. N. Burke and j. C. Webster, two CAPT.
taIists from Cleveland, Ohio, have put in the
past week pricing wheat lands and making
estimates of the present capabilities and fu'
tare possibilities OF the "uappy Valley
They are very pleasant and agreeable gentle
men, but take nothing fer granted. j. NJ.
Steele having asserted that grass grew mere
abouts so tall that the tops could be tied owe
the top OF buggy or over 4 mans head on
horse back, was compelled to drive these
same doubling Thomases ten miles into the
country to verify the declaration before they
would purchase foot of land. They will
have TO live here at least 4 year before they
can learn to believe half they see in the
EAGLE. which paper we left them perusing
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05
SPECIAL NOTICES.
Richlngs-Bernard Opera Company.

Two nights only-Monday and Tuesday
July 9th and l0th-the celebrated Richings
Bernard, grand English Opera Company, at
Eagle Hall. Thirty artists with full choru;
and grand Orchestra. Monday July 9th, the
bohemian GIRL" Tuesday. ''Martha." Ad
mission Is cts. and S1.0o. Seats now on sale
at the postoffice news depot. III
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

gentleman from Sumner county informed
us yesterday that he knew of several fields of
wheat that would not be cut at all, the stocks
within the past ten days having broken down
from rust and grain failing TO fill. This is
unpleasant news in the face OF the prospect
three weeks ago and we fear the same win
be true of many fields in This and other south
western counties
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

After lengthy delf6eration our city au-
tbori,ies agreed on the following programme
for the glorious fourth 1st. Sunrise, followed
by breakfast. 81. Two crackers and dog
with tin pan to his tail, fred of in front OF
the postoiice. Sd. Ringing OF Fritz Snitzler's
bell for dinner. 4th. The Mayor walks from his
place of business TO his place of residence,
line of march On Douglas Avenue west TO
The New York corner, thence north on Main
street to its intersection with Pig-suout alley,
thence to back entrance. 9th. The city coun-
Gil retires 10 their respective homes on full
pay. Sth. Free lunch participated in by
5000 people in their own kitchens, followed
by magnificent display OF sun set, nineteen
degrees north Of due west across the slough.
9th. Front doors of drug stores and other re-
freshment stands thrown open to full orches-
ira from the frog pond. Long live G. Wash
ington and the rest OF the Continental Inde-
pendence Fellers.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

There roams about at large, unmoestcd,
and, for the most part, unnoticed, two OF
three old blow-hards who, by their actions,
have been declaring that so far as Wichita
and Sedgwiek county are concerned, they
propose TO run them. These contumacous
believe, by few as irresponsible as them
selves, that they are accomplishing wonders,
politically and financially. Being newcomers
and never having done anything for the town,
county or people, it seems that they would
sometime appreciate that even those who are
encouraging their braying are laughing at
their assume appendages.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

ICE Ice CLEAR, CRYSTAL PURE ICE.
Henry Schweiter takes this method of IN
forming his old customers that he will be on
hand during the heated term with the first
quality of ice-every morning, without fail.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

Warren +. Bishop, whom many of our read
ers viii remember as a resident Of Wichita
and q land owner in this county, is at present
living in New York. In writing TO renew his
subscription he says: 81 am sorry ever
left Kansas and / hope to return one of these
days. j have Travelled through and lived in
twenty states but have found none equal TO
Kansas in soil and climate
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05
August Flower.
In the Sweet By-and-By

IL C2AO ~ WOOt ~ -OAC-DS
Cannot but be the happy thought as the for
tunate recipient of the "Rocky Mountain
Tourist scans its wonderfully attractive
pages and peruses its fascinating descriptions.
Most beautifully embeished with new and
highly artistic engravings, its letter-press u
model OF typographical richness, and the ar
rangement throughout simply superb, the
Rocky Aountais Tourist is worthy of COMPARE
son with Picturesque america or Tie Aldine.
1t is written in gossipy, graphic style. cover
ing details of the tour through the garden of
the Southwest 1.-THE Arkansas Valley, South
ern Kansas, to the very heart of the Alps of
Amerca-the Rocky Mountains. Jaunts are
made to all the famous resorts Of Colorado,
the remarkable ruins, the springs, the mines,
and, in short, to every point ofinterest to
tourist, agriculturist, capitalist, miner and
invalid. With the Tourist the San Juan
Guide keeps fitting company, and the two
publications are mailed free to all writing for
one or both to T. j. Andersen, Topeka, Kan
sas. l.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05
Failed to Properly Fill.

The wheat harvest is well through with.
From many samples examined we are forced
on the lowest lands, will not yield as largely
as was expected three weeks ago. From
some reason a portion of the grains in the
heads are shriveled and almost worthless,
while other grains in the same head are plumb
aud fine. Still the product OF some fields en-
tire is very fine. The uplands or high prairie
show n better average. Too much rain while
the plant was in blossom seems to have been
the trouble We fear that the crop will fall
short twenty-five per cent. A few weeks and
after the wheat has been cured may prove our
fears rrouadless,
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05
For Sale.

Three Johnston Haryesters. Cash no OBJ
ject, so that the paper is well secured. Price,
500 each. Inquire of J. G. Dunseomb, Ea-
gle Block. Att
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

Twenty thousand dollars to loan on patent
ed real estate in Sedgwick county, at reduced
rates. None except those who have patents
to their lands need apply.
9-4t ID. b. EMMERT.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05
DIED.

In this city, on Thursday, June p, 1877
Nina Elnor, only child Of Or. William g. an
Rhoda a. Cause. aged one year, eleye
months and twenty-siX days
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

The new residence OF Mr.. Wiegand, just
receiving the finishing touches, IS one the
most commodIous, convenient and fine APP
pearing in the city. We don't know OF any
body that is more entitled to or that would
better enjoy splendid home than friend W.
May he live long TO enjoy IFS protection.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

The following persons were elected officers
OF the State Teachers Association, Friday
morning at Emporia A. d. Lennon, presi-
dent; VIM. Wheeler, of Ottawa, secretary ;
Peter McVicar, OF Topeka, treasurer; l. A.
Thomas, OF Topeka, Chairman of the execu-
tive committee. CIR. Pomeroy, of Emporia;
Z. Miller of Lawrence; c. Ii. Martin. of Atcii-
ison o. +. McKim of Wichita and Il. L..
Bryan, of Mound CITY, were elected as a
board OF directors.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05
The Presbyterian Church.

TIE fine church being erected by the Pres.
byterian society of Wichita, is rapidly ap.
preaching completion. 1t is decidedly the
state, and one in which every citizen of our
city takes pride. Up TO the present every
bill HIS been iquidated as fast as contracted
and it is TO be hoped that eve OF Its dedication
day may find ii free from every eneumbranee
For the present the new church will be seat
feel able 10 replace them with richer and
more luxurious seating. When the new edi-
fee is dedicated all other services in the tow
should give way TO the end that the handsome
thing may result.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

VIM. Mason has something Of Importance
10 say touching the sewing machine trade and
impositions that are being played on the peo-
pie which all would do well to read
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

William Higday lost a pocket book las I
Thursday, containing papers valuable euly to
himself, and which was picked up by gen.
ueman who is requested 10 leave the same al
the post office.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

Temperance Lecture license saved us i've
dollars city tax, but the pay son honor, next
week" fellow cost US $40. Now we are SELL
ing out at cost. Whitehorn's Drug Store.
1S-1t
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

The plans and specifications OF Col. II. l..
Taylor's new residence have been received
from the arohitect-J. G. Haskell, Of Law
renee. 1t will be a very tine affair.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

In mentioning the beauty of the Dagner
building last week we inadvertently called
the material the "Frier Stone" That was a
mistake as we are informed by Mr.. +, w.
Colby, the inventor, who is now in the city.
AS an artificial stone il is capable OF tests that
the aforementioned composition will not
stand. The mistake is gladly corrected for
we believe the new composition to be grand
thing for our section of the state
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

The Daughters Of Iebeoea hold Fourth OF
July picnic to-day Wednesday, in Matthew
sons grove, ON the Chisholm creek, three
miles from town. 1t is one Of the finest groves
in the county, and the ladies have made
every arrangement for a splendid time.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

Newton has voted to issue 5000 to build
an additional school house Wichita is try
ing TO rent another played ont old saloon Or
barn for the same purpose.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

Mrs. Geo. W. Reilly and child goes this
week to her oil home in Iowa, near Dubuque,
where she viii spend the balance Of the sum-
pler with her people.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

The German Methodist sabbath school is
making arrangements for pic mic and gala
day in woodman's Park. The date we
haven't learned.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

A young stray canary bird came to tAe res
idence OF Robert Short last Thursday. The
owner can get the pet by applying as above
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05
LIST OF LETTERS
IN THE WICHITA rosl OFFICE

Uncalled for July ID, 1877.
To obtain any of these letters, the appli-
cant must call 20 advertised Letters and
give the date OF this list.
II rot called for Within one month they VIII
DC sent TO tue dead letter Office.
Letters are not addertised until they have
remained in the office one week.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

Stages leave and arrive daily to and from all
points in the south at the Richey House.
47.tf
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

The County Commissioners were in session
on Monday and Tuesday. The meeting was
the regular quarterly in pursuance Of law for
the passing upon accounts and bills. Outside
OF these 10 business OF general interest was
DISPOSED Of Fun hoard present.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

". B. Grimes, great Texas cattle dealer
who has shipped many thousands OF heau
from this point, is in the city.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

County Attorney W. f. Stanley, Esq, has
addressed little Inissise to the city authorl'
ties. which the same means business.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

The Big River bridge matter was hna'iy ad-
justed by the Commissioners on Monday ana
The title now rests with the county.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

Empsria, feeling the pressure OF hard times
sud scarcity Of money has cut down the salary
of city superintendent Of schools to 5000 Per
wear.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

One week from to-day Thursday the Meth
odIst Sunday School will have picnic. The
place and programme viii be announced IN
due time The entire city is invited and ex-
pected to attend.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

chas z. Miller had seven headers running
last week. To pull The machines and BINS II
took ,hirly-fye two-horse teams.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

The city roll foots up this year s75o,7oe, as
against sGl2 900 last year.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

Some subscriber can confer favor by bring
ing in or sending us a copy OF The EAGLE
OF April 10Th, 1877.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

w. B. Mead'ha one among the finest 10
of apple trees TO be found IN this section.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

The name of Cora City, Harper county, ha
been changed to simple "Harper."
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05
Fourth of Iuly at Wichita.

An entertainment for sportsmen and every
one that want to try their skill with the shot
gun, Blanchard is furnishing the Bogardus
patent glass balls for the occasion. Open to
every one, and all are invited. For particu-
lars call at Banchard's gun store, Main street.
13-1t
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

A large number Of our Germans held pic
nic in the grove at or near The mouth of CHS
holm creek last sunday. Music, gingipg, eat
ing and drinking lager made up the promi-
nent features of the day which they report as
exceedingly pleasant.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

Mrs Parker, who lest her two children in
the food and was only preyidentiay res
cued herself. an account of which we pub
lished two weeks ago. Is now lying danger
ously i'll from the effects OF that awful night
of anxiety and extreme exposure.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-07-05

NINE THOUSAND DOLLARS worth of wall
paper at the Postoiiice BuiIding-for sales lift