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The weekly Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1872-1887, 1877-12-09
OUR FURNISHING DEPARTMENT

10 M" full to rcpiotIon, and eontsips the Is,..t
novelties IN -.
Ladies' md Cents Underwear,
Ties, RutchinEs, Corssts,
Handkerchief, Towels,
oezuIu' JouTiu 9.button Kid Gloves, .4s.
The weekly Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1872-1887, 1877-12-09
OUR DRESSHAKIAG & MILLINERY

OUR DRESSHAKIHG & MILLINERY
DEPARTMENT.
is undor The exclusive direction Of Atss n
'ti'' Hate OF tho "wktss House, Fan Frus.
eiseol aud 10 special feature Of oar establish.
fnent. Hero NO sre prepared 10 mako M In ,ha
latest style. SUITS. HATS. poNsETB, etc., a,
rs low prices aS bns work can, possibly b dvss
for.
AEoRpERs cArthilJ executed. sAhsaa
sent on application.
A. L. BApT,
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The weekly Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1872-1887, 1877-12-09
OTatSn.

Elko, SEPT. "a, 1877.
The weekly Elko independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 1872-1887, 1877-12-09
THIS FALL SEASON

We have made Itupendous Efforts to dlstsae
all our competitors and have no doubts for Vur
nnal SUCCESS. Our
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02
st. Louis Narrow-Gauge--Mesting Of the d.
rectors.

The meeting of the directors OF The ST
Louis, Kansas Il Colorado Narrow-Gauge en-
! terprise at Neosho Fails last week. seems Il
have been a very harmonious affair Nearly
every director was present, the books were
opened and a lot of stock subscribed. The
Secretary furnishes us with 4 synopsis of thG
proceedings. Col. Goss, the land attorney o
the Missouri, kan>as & Texas Railway. who
was present, and who is director writes US
the following private letter which is so iull OF
information that we publish it entire:
FRIEND MURDOCH Your letter receiy ed
in time and read to the board. We were all
pleased TO hear from you. bat regret that il
was impossible for yeu TO be present. | have
requested Il. z. namm, Secretary, 70 wr te
You rs to the action taken. our meeting wa
harmonious, aud al earnest one. Col. =. 4.
Latiue, Of Clinton, Missouri, was elected
President. lie IS g thorough, practical, live
railroad nan. &c addressed the people hero
lasl night. fhe directors have, by resolution.
instructed the President 20 cause 10 nc made
preliminary survey from the state line to
Wichita, to be commenced rs soon as The sur
vey in Missouri reaches the State liue, VIA
Cliontcn and Duiler) To present our line Of
route must have profile. etc. The moaey .5r
such survey to be raised along the line in the
shape Of an assessment, or fixed amount, to
be raised in each county or town.
This meeting has thrown me back so far be-
bisd, really l have not time TO write as
would Ike. Backed as we arc by the united
support OF Henry and Bates counties, and
the further fact the line OF route runs through
the richest and deepest deposits OF coal east
OF Us this side of st. Louis, wiz III Bates
county from six to seven feet IN depth.) l feel
not only hopeful, but confident, we shall Sc
cure the road at an early day. AT any rate,I
think it justfies Us in the action taken.
Hoping our action viii meet with your APP
proyal, | am, in big bury, yours truly,
N s GOSs
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02
WICHITA. KANSAS. Julv q. 1877.

Moline PioW Company, Moline, Illinois:
GENTLEMEN We had the pleasure OF at
tending trial OF the Improved Evans Suiby
John Falkenstcin, about one and half miles
north Of Wichita, Kansas. The trial was held
under The supervision Of Sir. William Evans,
of Moline, Illinois. The ground was exceed
ingiy dry and hard, having been covered
with water during The spring overflow, and
in drying out was packed down by the graz
ing OF stock, which were herdel upoa it uu-
iii it looked impossible 10 force or keep any
plow in the ground, After very severe
test, in which Mr.. Evans showed his superb
or knowledge Of operating, rs well as invent
ing plowS, we left TIC field fully satisfied that
the improved Evans Sulky is the " Plus u
ba OF all Suikies. II was under complete
control Of the operator, maintaining its posi-
ton in the ground with "hu!l down." as It
smoothly glided through shoe string roots
and Picket Pins two inches in diameter. We
feel fully confident that with this Sulky we
can defy competition, aud we are confident
that We can successfully operate the Evans
ia any soil and under any conditions common
in the STATE Of Kansas. 1t gives unqualified
satisfaction in old ground. Please ship us
half a ear load al once as we are entirely out
and many OF our customers are waiting and
will have none other.
FRAZER & HACKER.
l concur In the shove.
1S-1t S.P. CARLTON.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02
State Normal SchaoI. Emnoria.

The fall term OF this oldest and now only
Normal School established by the Legislature
and authorized to confer diplomas, Will COM
mencc September 9th, 1877. Superior facili-
ties, under experienced teachers, are here of
tered all who desire higher education at low
rates of tuition. As 4 professional school, it
continues to afford teachers special culture
and training for their work
For circulars containing full particulars ad-
dress the President, c. X. PoMERoY.
1S-1t
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

10 Our House is located near the Depot, avoid
ing the transfer of baggage and bus fare.
All baggage transferred free.
Good stables with the House. Free corral for
our patrons.
Farmers trade specially.
The tables are furnished with the best the mar
ket affords, the beds excellent and the proprie-
tors always found trying to please at the low rate
of 81 so per day.
Richey Bros. Proprietors.
Wichita, Kansas, November 80, 1876. 25-n
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

W. S. jenkins, late Register U. s. Land Of
flee, Wichita, Kansas, Attorney at Law and
Solicitor of Claims. Office second door north
of Post Office, Wichita, Kansas. Having re-
turned home after an absence of several
months in Washington, d. c., in the practice
before the General Land Office and other de-
partments there, am prepared to prosecute
all claims to lands arising under the pre-emp-
tion homestead, TOWNSHIP, fimber-culture and
mining laws. Parties having claims in con-
test before the Local Land Office or the De-
partment at Washington, will find it to their
advantage to consult me, as give special at :
tention to that class Of business
Collections made in this and adjoining coun-
ties and monies promptly RENTED. [i6-tf
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02
Wichita Mound Nursery.

Itake plelsUre IN orming tie people Of tAis and
etc., Of tie ADORE Nur.ery is nOp
an splendid condition.
We enu1serate.
/ ,e0O, 200 Usage ORANGE PLANTS,
10 600 GRAPES OF ALL VARIETIES,
y, 600 APPLE TREES
10000 PEACH TREES-BEST FRUIT.
Small Fruits too numerous mention. Will ell
orders this fall for those VINO prefer fall planting
j. II. STURNS, Proprietor.
Too and one hclf miles southeast Of Wichita on
tie WInfaid Rad. 1s-tf
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02
Look at This i!

Having secured the services OF machneist
of nine years experience in the different sew
ing machine adjusting rooms, am prepared
to adjust and repair oil kinds OF machines and
warrant them. Bring along the worst one
and will make il run as new.
J. T. HOLMES, Agent,
lott weeeler Il Wilson Mfg. Co.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

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
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The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

MoTTv On well improved Farms
- on five years time, or less,
at 10per cent. interest Com
LOAN mission lower than else
where.
Address, J. b. WATKINS & co.
Wichita, Kansas
Or apply at Vim. c. Little's Law Office. Silly
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Star Clothing House, % door south OF the
pest Office. I2-tf
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

The Wichita District Gampmeeting, com
n.encing August 18th at Belle Paine, will
continue over the following Sunday Rev. C.
X. Pomeroy- ID. D., president of the State
Normal school, will be with us. The minis
tiers and people OF the district are cordially
invited to come and make this meeting a
grand success. Come early and stay through
the meeting. We will have the ..Blg Tent
on the ground and every arrangement posi-
BILE for the comfort and convenience of tenters
and others who may attend. In behalf of the
committee, A. II. WALTER, z. L.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Colonel John w. Forney, OF Belle Plaine,
sumner county, winds up business note to
the EAGLE with, "Oar wheat is an average
hall crop; oats from sixty-tlye 10 seyenty-ilve
bushels to the acre. and corn will make a big
yield, some farmers counting on eighto bush
els 20 the acre. Bully for sumner.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Office TO RENT.-A nice pleasaet Office to
rent, over Schattncr's, Ii Main street. In
quire OF G. Fl. Herington, post office book
store. 1927
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02
For Sale.

Three Johnston Harvesters. Cash no OBJ
ject. SO that the paper is wen secured. Price,
500 each. Inquire of J. G. Dunscomb, Ea-
| gle Block. Att
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Yesterday was The first day Of August. UE-
der the law you fellows who own breech-
loading shot guns and pointer dogs, can fire
away at the tender, too.hsoms prairie hen
providing you don't run against some indig-
nant farmers muzzle-i9ader.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

The second quarterly meeting in the NJ. L.
church Of tbls city, occurs Sunday, August
9TH. Loyefeast at $3.50 D. m, preaching at
the'usual hours, Rev A. II. Walter Presiding
Elder, officiating.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

-Four hundred acres OF land Tor rent within
iour miles Of Wichita, in tracts from thirty TO
ICO acres. Apply to Steele d Levy.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

The ground for Colonel raylor's new resi-
dence has been broken. As we inumated
once before, it will be 4 property of which
Wichita will be proud, but more about the
details here after
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

WinSard'. team pulled down the awning
il front Of his saop last week, frightening
badly some pedestrians, but doing no other
damage. the team being stopped before get
tinr uutler way
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Miscellaneous books, blank books, pocket
pass books and all kinds of books aud memo
randums at Reimers bookstore. Off
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

III ;onnech IN with the following list
we b I'VE 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
tie city. Call at our office for infor-
nation az to price and location.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

the an term Of The State Normal School,
located at kmporii, viii open on the 9th of
September. Or. Pcmeroy, ,he eminent edu-
Gator, l. s;iil the President OF the institution.
ana the regency have secured an able corps OF
professors aud tutors. See special notice.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Nr. v Huui, Of Decatur, Illinois, has Ia
ken ghe interest Of isaac .heiiabarger in the
Wichita CTS Ma!s aud Elevator. and will
have charge Of tie books Of Hargis, Imboden
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Alta meeting Of the officers OF tic Presby-
tssiaa church, held on Monday evening, 4
vacation Gf four weeks was granted 10 Rev.
J. =. larsen. CONNIE ncing with next sabbath.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

big IEiun, me :" y number OF Cheyenne
and Arrapahoe Indians. headed by ''Little
Robe" and accompanied by some under
chiefs, came up frem the Territory last week
for supplies for the agencies. Colonel Miles
having recommended the feasibility OF the
Indians hauling their own supplies, if fur
niShed by the Government with teams, TIN,
is The first attempt al practical demonstrs-
ton. These lndians have not forgotten tneir
old friend and trader, William Gfiaensteiu,
81 our city. As soon A. they reached the clty
lbey locked TO hIs residence vita presents
among which were ten the buffalo robes AID
i large bear robe, During their stay they
made many purchases, noticably fifteen OF
twenty baby dolls Of g. H. Harrington. They
were delighted with the dolls ornamented
with real Aair, and would have 10 other kind.
Nearly every Que of their forty teams were
furnished with new wagon and new set OF
harness before they left.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Mr.. w. w. Rupp, being in the city last
Monday, was attacked by something like a
Lemorhage OF the bowels. which for time
threatened his life. lie sent his teams home
and was taken out yesterday in buggy
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Full minutes OF the proceedings OF the last
meeting OF The county board, and OF all bills
allowed, will be found upon The FIRST page.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Mrs. Anna Watson has made arrangements
for portion OF the DAVIDSON & Caldwell
building, which She win take possession Of
with a new slocil OF goods in q short time.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

The camp meeting ut Cowskin Grove is be-
Ing continued through this week, and it Is re-
ported that many OF Is services have been
very interesting producing great good.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

The Presbyterian Sabbath school win be
held in the rev church building at halt past
nine next sabbath morning.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

The new school house in Viola township
win be completed this week and Rev. J. S.
Turn5ull will preach there next sabbath to
Tie United Presbyterian Society.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Farmer Doolittle has sold a part of his
farming land. rented the balance and is now
out of employment. Thrown upon lAe cold
charities of the world. lie contemplalus en-
gaging in his old business, buying and ship
ping grain.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Elsewhere viii be found call for the meet
ing Of the sedgwici, County Republican Cen
tral Committee.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

The second quarterly meeting next sunday
at the NJ. Z. church. Loyefeast in the morn
Ing Rev. A. H. Walter, Presiding Elder,
will be present durins ihe entire day.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Or. Greenlee leaves IN our office a speci-
men Of doslble headed, OF biluTcated rye
two Perfect heads on a single STALK.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

In our reference last week to "one of WITCH
ita's unfortunates," n seems we were misun--
derstood. We did not charge negligence or
brutality upon the city officers, but said in so
many words that the gentleman said .'if''
such and such wero the laets. The City Mar
shal informs us that the poor creature was so
the calaboose. Anyhow, everybody ought
TO understand that the police force is in no
way responsible for the filthy hole known as
the city jail. Ii is disgrace to the town
The story OF the outrages and indignities to
which the por starving woman was subjected,
as related TO Us by the City Marshal, would
make savage shudder. The Marshal him.
self purchased her food at different times,
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Brother Kelly, postmaster at Winfield,
came TO Wichita Tuesday evening and hon
cred us with call
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Charley Snider returned last week rom the
san Juaa country IN Southern Colorado. lie
was within nght mics ol 0uray City, the ex-
irene western mining town. Many rich mines
beng opened, and it will be but q few
wears ia us opinion before untold values viii
be annually sAIppsa tom that country.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Dieter a kayser, the popular BARRIERS on
Douglas Avenue, announced last week that
four baths could be had at their establishment
for one dollar. nodgson Brothers on Main
street, hot to be outdone, came down this
week to The same figures. See advertisement.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Hogs are worth this week three fifty gross.
Cattle from two twenty-five 10 four. Market
rather quiet.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

The members of Attica Grange give hunters
and sportsmea fair warning in Ibis week
EAGLE. Each mans name Is subscribed so
fherc med be no mislake
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02
Death of a. ]. Perry.

Mr.. Andrew j. Perry, well known by every
grocery and provision dealer IN this part oil
the State, and who. with his wife and child
has resided In Wichita for the pasttwo years,
died on the Santa Fe railroad last Friday on
his way home from Pueblo. He was buried
last Saturday in Lawrence, at which place be
used 10 be in business. where he had many
friends and where he had been q member of
the Methodist church. For some time past il
was very evident to his many friends in
Wichita that he must soon surrender to that
dread diySase consumption. A the spring
he stroye against it, insidious progress, ever
talking and looking hopeful. With his wife
and child he went to Colorado At Pueblo =
physician told him ii was useless to go farther.
Weary and despalrlng be lay down on his
berth in an eastward bound sleeper. where q
little while after hls wife discovered him in
the repose of his last sleep. Mrs. Perry, Ills
accomplished wife, and daughter Of Rev.
Wertor x. Davis, well known clergyman Of
The NJ. l.. church, With one child, 3 bright
little girl IS LEFT TO mourn the loss of true
husband and kind father Mr.. Perry's re-
mains were met, says the Lawrence Joa,nal,
by large number OF friends ard taken 10 the
cemetery, where Or Marvin, the chancellor OF
the State University conducted the funeral
services.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Early stirring, or early blowing, is the thing
ior big yields Of wheat is conclusion pretty
generally arrived at by majority of our far.
mers who have had the most experience
Just make note OF this, for several very
prominent farmers have pressed the idea upon
US of late.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Mrs. Fred. Sclattner possesses talking
parrot 81 wonderful powers and intelligence.
ars. S. has taught her pet to be almost hu-
Imam. From her childhood ia her southern
homo. size has bcon Used to the care and hay
lug Of Gaese beautiful birds. therefore her sue
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02
Special.

those who want to sell lands. Leave your
land with. Steele & Levy. They have made
arrangements to advertize extensively in the
East and expect to make things lively the
coming spring in the way of sales OF land.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

Hathaway & Alexander shipped five loads
of cattle Wednesday morning and two this
morning. WIN ship this month about four
hundred moro beeyes.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02
THE sEDGwIoK COUNTY FAIR FOR 1877
Its ofBooro, pirectors aud srperiptsudept,.


4 county fair this fall is an assured fact.
The premium list is in the hands OF the print
er. From the first to the last line it means
business. President Ransom, Superintend-
ent Hargis and Secretary Stem are busy as
nailers and the directors are fully alive to The
fact that everything points to marked sue
cess. There has not been a single hitch in
any calculation, and Sedgwick county will
have fair for once that viii not only prove
worthy of her numerous resources and rapid
development, but one which wal! be enjoy
able. The list OF attractions viii warrant a
big crowd. There will be first and second
premiums for everything or the list, aid a
great number of special premiums, including
a number for girls and boys. Among other
things under The head OF special premiums
there are three premiums IN cash for babies.
Also for the best improved and best man
aged farm, not smaller than eighty acres; al
so to the township making the largest and
best display Of live stock three cash prcrni-
ums AND to the townships making the largest
and best display Of farm products, including
all kinds OF grain, vegetables and fruits, three
/ premiums. etc. The ladies' ride, baby show
and The offers on townships VIII be open to
all and no entrance fee required. The rules
and regulations have been revised entire and
The exposition-will be run upon new basis
We think the list OF officers, which we give
below, is guaranty enough that the fair will
be 4 success.
OFFICERS.
William IL. Ransom President.
William Grifenstein, Vice President
N, W. Levy, Treasurer.
W. =. Stem, Secretary.
G. f. Hargis, General Superintendent.
John Forrey, Assistant Superintendent.
DIRECTORS.
n. A. English, J. b. York,
George E. Harris, SCI II. Kohn
John Forrey, Joseph Thurman,
J. Ii. Dagner, W. T. Jewett,
N. Mead.
sUPzRINrnNDENTs' CLASSES.
A-Cattle j. &. HYDE
B-IIorses Perry wilkins
C-Sheep Pink Fouts
D-Swine Horace Carpenter
E--Poultry a. G. Burr
Agricultural Implements j. Dean
G-Mecharics j. X. Sawyer
H-Products W.B. Smith
I-Horticnlture Henry Shuman
Entomology Judge A. Harris
Mrs. Z. G. Wright
k-arts and Textiles Mrs. Judge Harris
Mrs. g. NJ. Wight
L-Bread, Cake, etc. Miss Z. Perpoint
M-Speed Ring Perry wilkins
The premium list, in pamphlet form, will
be ready for distribution in the course of ten
or fifteen days.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02
A Card to the Public.

Having determined to continue Ia the nur-
sery business, we wish TO call the attention
OF those planting fruit and ornamental trees
to our mammoth nursery stock, for the fall OF
1877 and spring of 1878. We desire to en-
ploy only responsible agents, and our Gus
toners will confer lasting favor upon us by
reporting any agent who misrepresents our
interests or the interests of our customers in
any particular We are determined to bring
the tree trade IN the west to a higher stand
ard Of excellence, that parties ordering trees
may feel confident they are being dealt with
honorably. All responsible nurseries are
now selling their trees by subscription. We
are confident, with our experience in the
nursery business, that trees can be shipped
with safety almost any distance, and that the
advantages in buying from Old and reliable
nurseries are worthy the consideration OF the
planter. Parties ordering trees by letter
should address all letters TO d. I. Freeman,
Superintendent Fit. Scott Nursery Co., Fort
Scott, Kansas. 17-tf
We sell all kinds oil Sewing Machines for
twenty-five per cent. less than the Company's
retail price.
1i-2t kENDLE il GRAHAM.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-08-02

The officers of the Ladies library Associa-
lion viii please accept our thanks for com
plimeniary annual ticket 10 their reading
rooms. The affairs Of the association have
been most admirably handled by its officers
and the library has already become one Of
our institutions.