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The Superior times. [volume] (Superior, Wis.) 1870-1912, 1877-09-01

A NARRow-GAUGE railroad two feet
wide between Billerica and Bedford,
Mass, will soon be finished. Its passen-
ger cars, now building at Laconia, q.
H., will have row of single seats ON
each side. The road is eight miles and
half long, and will cost about $4,000, or
less than SC, 900 per mile, only one-eighth
of the cost of ordinary railroads.
The Superior times. [volume] (Superior, Wis.) 1870-1912, 1877-09-01

NATATORIAL.
LONG BRANCH, n. Y, August %
Wade defeated Cunningham to-day in
the two-mile ocean swimming match.
SARATOGA RACES.
SARATOGA, August 23.-The first race
to-day was for purse of 500; two and
half miles, and p. Lorillard's Parole
being the only entry, he walked over the
course. The second race for purse of
$500, free handicap for all ages, one mile
and half, was won by Verz Cruz in
1891; Wash Booth, second; Vermont,
third.
The third race, for purse of $500,
winner to be sold at auction, one mile
and one-eighth, was won by Auburn,
First Choice second, Courier third, all
tapping. Time, 1881.
The last was handicap hurdle race,
purse $500, one and one quarter miles,
over five hurdles, and was won by Fa-
vorite, in 2:213; Kelso second, Dandy
third
The Superior times. [volume] (Superior, Wis.) 1870-1912, 1877-09-01

THE first section of the Nubian Rail-
way has been opened for traffic, and
about 5000 men are busily employed
upon the section. At Koye, higher up,
bridge is to be built across the Nile.
This railway has not been pledged to the
creditors of Egypt, but belongs to the
Government of Soudan, the surplus reve-
nues of which are being applied to it's
construction.
The Superior times. [volume] (Superior, Wis.) 1870-1912, 1877-09-01

THE Governor of West Virginia form
ally requested permission of the Governor
of Maryland to move body of armed
men through the state. Consent was
given, and a Second Lieutenant, Cor
poral and three privates vents to Cumber-
land, laid in supply of tobacco and
"other ammunition" and returned to
their camp.
The Superior times. [volume] (Superior, Wis.) 1870-1912, 1877-09-01

CAPTAIN HowGATE has curious
theory about Arctic exploration. Sail
ors, he thinks, will always cling to their
vessel and will make no progress unless
it can be done by water. 1t is for this
reason that he is in love with the plan
proposed by himself of establishing col
onies and what he calls laying regular
siege to the north pole. But as the ice
fields of one season are said to be open
ocean the next, the colonizing expert
ment may work the wrong way.
The Superior times. [volume] (Superior, Wis.) 1870-1912, 1877-09-01

THE Lexington (Ky.) Press reports a
characteristic and laughable case in ref
erence to high-toned base ball club of
that city. The story is that the club,
composed of young men laying claim
to social or family distinction, having
defeated every club that ventured to
meet them on their own ground, became
anxious for new conquests, and chal-
lenged a club in Nicholasville which
they heard had some skill in the game.
The challenge was responded to courte-
ously, and accepted. After much prepa-
ration the Lexington club went to Mich
olasyille, prepared to conquered or to
endure defeat without loss of honor.
What was their amazement to find that
they had agreed to play with club of
negroes. They declared the match off,
and went home"
The Superior times. [volume] (Superior, Wis.) 1870-1912, 1877-09-01

OF the whisky bell-punch in the Vir-
ginia saloons, adopted according to law
of the last legislature, the Richmond
Wing says: We predict with entire
confidence that in less than three months
after the bell-punch has been brought
into general use there will be half a
dozen intelligent liquor dealers in the
state who will be in favor of abolishing
1t. And as for the taxpayers generally
they will cherish it as blessing"
The Superior times. [volume] (Superior, Wis.) 1870-1912, 1877-09-01

GERMANY turns out $40, GOO, 900 worth
of tobacco every year.
The Superior times. [volume] (Superior, Wis.) 1870-1912, 1877-09-01
BABBITT'S TOILET SOAP
SANDAL-WOOD

A positive remedy for all diseases of the Kid
neys. Bladder and Urinary Organs: alss
good in DropsicaI Complaints. 1t nevs
produces Sickness is certain and speedy in its action.
1t is fast supersedng all other remedies. Sixty cap
sues cure in six or eight days. No other medicine
can do this.
Beware of limitations, for, owing to it's
great success, many have been offered some are
most dangerous, causing piles, &c.
DUNDAS DICK & co.'s Genuine Soft Cap
sses, containing oil Of Sapdaleood sold at al drug
stores. Ask for circular, send for 10 S5 and 81
Wooster street. Ne,c York.
The Superior times. [volume] (Superior, Wis.) 1870-1912, 1877-09-01

MASSACHUSETTS, papers say that the
State detectives, who have been going
among the tramps for the purpose of
earning how to deal with them, report
that their observations thus far convince
that the great body of tramps are profess
slonal thieves. Occasionally one travels
by himself, but they generally form into
gangs for few day. or longer under the
direction of a chief; and have their
duties assigned them, who are to beg to-
day and who tomorrow, and what places
are to be broken into. 1t is suspected the
tramps have general headquarters for
stolen property among the hills of the
western part of the Stete.
The Superior times. [volume] (Superior, Wis.) 1870-1912, 1877-09-01
SPORTING NOTES.
RA ST Rail-,

BASE BALL.
MILWAUKEE, Aug. 5.-Milwaukees,
s; Alleghanys, 4.
EVANSVILLE, Aug 24-Janesyilles, B.;
Alleghanys, 10.
MLwAUkEE, Aug. -Milwaukees,
2; Alleghanys, 3; eleven innings. The
Milwaukees played the game without an
error, the Alleghanys making 4. This
is the only eleven inning game played
without an error in the country
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich, August 23.-
A heavy fall of rain for the past twenty
four hours prevented any further games
in TIE base ball tournament to-day.
New YORK, August 23.-Hartfords, l
Louisvilles, /; eleven innings.
ST. PAUL, August 23.-Red Caps, 4;
Brown Stockings, 8.
Boston, August 23.-Bostons, 10;
Cincinnatis, 3.
MARsHALLTowN, Ia, March 23.-Iowa
pionship game: Marshalls, 8; Val
ley Cltys, of Cedar Rapids, 6.
MOUNT CARROLL, H., August 90
Bluff Citys, of Elgin, 6; Headlights, of
Mount Carroll, s.
FAIRFIELD, Ia, August 23.-Har-
wards, %; Jefferson Juniors, 6.
SPRINGFIELD, ILL.,, August 23.-Chl-
cagos, 10; Springields, 1.
BUFFALO, August 23.-The Indianap-
oils club beat the Buffalo City club to-
day by 4 to 0.
ROCHESTER, August 23.-The SYRIA
cuse Stars beat the Rochesters to in
twelve innings.
BosToN, August 23.-Bostons, 10;
Cincinnatis. t.
COMING OF THE BRITISH RIFLEMEN.
New YORK, August 23.-The Inman
steamship City of Richmond, isexpected
to arrive on Saturday, with the British
rifle team.
PIrTsBURG, August 23.-Eph Morris
and Pat Luther met again tonight, to
arrange for a five mile scull race for the
pionship of the United States and
81 900 a side, and decided to row over
the Fulton course Morris was brought
to time by challenge of Luther to any
one in the United States.
THE POUGHEEPSIE MEETING.
PoUGHKEEPsIE, August 23.-Purse,
s., 900, 2:30 class:
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-09-13
Sedgwick County Teachers Association.

a meeting for the reorganization of the
Sedgwick County Teachers Association wa.
held at the school house August 23d, when .
committee was appointed to draft a constitu.
ton and bylaws, and ere 10 propose a pro.
gramme for the first regular meeting. The
following officers were elected for the perma.
manent organization
o. 4. McKim, President,
Reuben Lawrence, Vice President,
Miss 4. V. Stewart, Secretary,
Miss Fannie "enger, Treasurer.
The meetings Of this Association are TO be
held monthly, and the first ore comes on the
first Saturday in October.
AT recent meeting, August Goth, fhe re-
port of the committees were read and the fol.
lowing programme was submitted by that
committee, which viii be carried out at the
first regular assembling:
to 1:l5-General exercises, conducted by
o. +. McKim.
lis to 1:45-Exercise in reading by Miss
Sallie Bidwel.
1:45 to 2:l5-Map drawing. Miss Il. Duff.
2:l5 TO 2:3O-Recess.
2;30 TO Paper on school government by
Chester E. King, followed by discussion Of
the same.
3 to 3:15--Seleciion read by w. A. Drew,
followed by discussion on reading.
$3.50 10 3:45-Discussion OF sword method
OF teaching reading.
5:43 TO 4-Report of critic.
Miss TIL. E. McEowen. critic.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-09-13
Important to Us All.

a number ofprcminent papers will be rep
resented by their reporters AT the Sedgwicl
county fair. The st. Joseph Herald, Chicago
7il5ure, Kansas Farmer, Prairie Former, St
Lonis Globe. and Topeka Commonwealth. IA
vorable reports published in these leading
papers viii prove of almost incalcuable ad.
vantage to Sedgwick county, and, leaving
out all other considerations Of profit and ben
cit, it would pay rs As a people TO make an
exhibition for these reporters alone worthy
our great eoua,y--wcrthy our soil and eli
mate. Tie tens and tens of thousands Of
readers reached by the combined circulation
Of the above journals will advertise our adj
vantages r.ore eifeetuaily than the expendi-
ture of thousands OF dollars, ard would be of
more value, many times over, than the entire
cost OF the fair. The assertion is made with.
ont the least fear OF successful contradiction
broad and sweeping as it may seem. The
above papers have already notified the secre-
tary and officers OF our association of their in
tended presence, and 10 doubt there win be
q hers
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-09-13
The Re-0pening of the City Schools.


The public schools OF the city will re-oper
on Monday, the 18th inst. The new building
in the Second ward viii probably not be ready
until week later.
All unmarried persons over six and under
twenty-one years old, and whose parents OF
guardians reside in the school district, will be
entitled to attend. No others will be admit.
ed into the primary or intermediate grades
Non-residents and persons over age will be
admitted to the higher grades on the payment
in advance of tuition fee of $500 per month
The Board of Education viii reserve the
right to exclude at any time, for want of room
all between six and seven, non-residents and
persons over age.
All first and second reader pupils residing
west of Main street and north of Douglas
Avenue, will attend at the new school house
in the Second ward. All first, second, third
and fourth grade pupils residing south o.
Douglas Avenue VIII 90 to The new building
in the First ward. And al! others viii go &c
the old building.
The school clocks will be regulated by Mr
Ferrell's time at the telegraph office.
o. L. MChId, Superintendent.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-09-13
Excursions to the Rocky Mountains.

The Atchison, Topeka Is santa Fe railroad
has arranged with the various railroad liz es
in the country for special round trip rates to
the Rocky Mountains, and has secured the
following rates TO Deaver, Colorado Springs,
Canon City, Pueblo and return: From Kan
sas City and Atehison, $40; st. Louis, so;
Chicago, So; Quincy, $50; Cincinnati, s6o;
Buffalo, s.5, and correspondingly low. rates
from all points east, north and south. These
tickets are good FOR 30 days and to stop at ,all
stations west OF the Missouri river Tickets
are OIL sale at all principal stations through
out tie country. Thi, is The new route 10
Denver through the garden OF Kansas and
Colorado. Send for maps, circulars, time
tables, etc, to L. ANDERSON,
la-tf Gen. Pass. Agent, Topeka, Kan.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-09-13
AWARDING COMMITTEES.
The MEN AND WOMEN WHO AEE TO PASS
JUDGMENT.

Below are given the names Of the men and
women chosen by the directors OF the Agri-
cultural Society to max c the awards. There
is goodly array OF names from every part of
the county, almost. None but enterprising,
energetic individuals were chosen, such as the
directors were satisfied would not only prove
impartial JUDGES, but would take lively III
terest in the success. of the fair. The premi-
um list does not contain the names of the
members of the awarding committees so we
republssh them:
Glass A-Clark Kincaid, Wichita township.
f. Z. Thompson, Kechi township,
Sam' Majors, Attica township.
Glass B-M. Myres, Attiea township,
NJ Baker, Kechi township,
James Brown, Payne township.
Class C-Chas. Campbell, Waco township,
ORB Greenlee Gypsum township,
H. l.. Dewing, Kechi township,
Class D-Thos. Weston, Illinois township,
Jasper Jewett, Park township,
J.F. Bradshaw, Gypsum township.
Glass E-Ben. Bear, City,
Horace Carpenter, Union township,
ii. l.. Merrill, Lincoln township.
Glass F-Wm. Lyman, Alton township,
A. J. Granger, Delano township,
Robert Brown, Kechi township.
Class G-P. II. Massey, Minneha township.
A. S. Allen, City,
Z. W. Carr, Deano township.
Glass H-John Huff bauer, Rockford township,
j. p. York, Waco township,
Robert Duncan, Kechi township.
Class 10. G. Jacobs, Grant township,
c. o. Lee, Kechl township,
A. Whitworth, Wichita township.
Class ANDREW Hansen, City,
Henry Schweter, City,
VIM. McCracken, Grant township.
Class K-Mrs. w. f. Stanley, City,
Mrs. Il. n. Lewis, City,
Mrs. Myres, Salem,
Mrs. Jerry Zoda, Minneha,
Miss Cora Thompson, Kechl.
Class Mrs. Robert Brown, Kechi,
Mrs. Chas. Campbell, Waco,
Mrs. Henry Rhoads, Union.
Class M-Wili be appointed on the grounds
the first day of the fair
Class GIL. c. Boyle, Grant township.
Samuel Evans, Gypsum township.
Cyrus Webb, Minneha township,
Carr Smith, Eagle township,
j. A. Nelson, Waco township.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-09-13
The G. "copper".

The northwest wind which prevailed last
Sunday, swept high over head scattering
flights of grasshoppers. The insects few
very high, but in such inconsi derable num-
bers that, had they come down no damage
would have resulted. We are Inclined to ac-
cept the statements. or conclusions OF the En-
tomological Commission as Garrett when its
members say that their natural enemies, dis
case and a wet spring, combined to cripple
the locust to such degree that there need
be no apprehension from them this year, nor
for, perhaps, years to come. The only pos
sible damage our old pest could do us now
would be to retard the sowing of wheat and
the destruction of that already sown. But
We feel warranted in saying to our readers
that they need feel no apprehension Of visit
this fall.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-09-13
Obituary.

That dreaded power with which the ange
dread shadow over some home circle, when
the vital spark Of a dear wife, mother OF
child flames up for a brief moment of agony
and is gone. "Death is the crown Of life,''
but how like tyrant's Calling power il
smites in its immortalizing deed. Mere words,
however grounded In sympathy, In that hour
but prove the hollowness Of all life--are but
mockery. The announcement of the dc ath
OF Mrs. Moser, last Saturday, although not
unexpected, fell like knell. She was a be.
loved wife and mother in the truest sense, 0
woman Of refinement, whose gentle ways and
pure life won. the hearts Of all who ever knew
her. For twelve years she had been patient
accomplishing sufferer from spinal disease
In the last fifteen months she had never lefl
her room. Hoping against hope she spent
several months at the Kansas City Medical
Institute, but at last came home to die among
those she loved. Sarah L. Moser was forty.
three years Of age. She was born in Lewis
town, Pennsylvania, where, in February,
1858, she was married TO ii. L. Moser, who at
that time was doing business In Minnesota.
She was the mother of two children, with
whom and her husband she came to Kansas
seven years ago, and who are now left TO
weep. A constant and conslsten member Of
the Baptist church for twenty-five years, she
died in ftill assurance of the Christians i'm
mortality Her funeral occurred from her
late residence. the services being conducted
by the Rev. l. +. Davis, assisted by Rev. J..
p. Harsen.
"what a world were this,
How uncomfortable its weight, IL they
Whom death had sundered did OF meet again +"
The post Office is undergoing a thorough
oyerhauling and renovation. Wichita has
one of the very best appointed post offices in
the State, with all its records up to regu!a-
tons and clear, and all its accounts with the
various departments square. Being at the
terminus of a railroad with one hundred and
six post offices to supply with mail matter,
1t is the hardest worked Office in the State.
Still, up to and on September l, all records OF
transit and delivery, and all postal accounts
and money order business, amounting TO over
two hundred thousand dollars per annum,
were without an error. which made the post
master teel very comfortable, if We know bis
feelings, and we think we do. in addition to
the regular day and night work--and there Is
great deal OF the latter---there was mailed at
the Wichita office last Friday, over and above
the ordinary run OF matter, three thousand
circulars, three thousand postal cards, eight
hundred papers and several hundred premi-
um lists. The assistants wished for Sunday,
but there is no Sunday for the Wichita post
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-09-13
W. II. RANSOM, President.

The Occidental Hotel, under its new man
agement, is tickling the pa!ates Of its many
patrons. The new caterer and head cook Mr..
Burke, last Sunday set out in his bill OF fare
one hundred and six dishes, including two
kinds of soup, two kinds of fish, twenty -four
kinds of meat---boils, roasts and cold--besides
the entrees, numbering eighteen. Everything
to be had in this or adjoining markets was on
the tables. There were ten kinds of pies pud-
dings. creams and ices. The same bill will be
attempted next Sunday.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-09-13

II is hardly two weeks ere the Sedgwiek
County Fair. II is presumabie that every en-
terprsing citizen OF Wichita, and the county
at large, is interested in it, and preparing TO
contribute something towards its success.
There is hardly family that cannot contrib
ute something. Stock, poultry, textile fab
ries, or the products OF domestic economy.
Such things as might be thought most COM
mon aud simple by the exhibitor, may be of
real curiosity and interest to hundreds and
thousands of visitors. Two classes are espc-
cIally concerned in the success of county
fair farmers and mercbants---and neither
can afford to sec it even a partial failure. The
officers OF the Association work without prof.
it or compensation 10 accomplish the objects
of the annual exhibition. All other citizens
should second their efforts, encourage by
their personal presence at the fair, and con-
tribute articles for display. Bear in mind
then that the exhibition will open one week
from next Tuesday morning. EeneDs5er Il to
some purpose. DO yoar part, then you will
have no occasion 10 grow. because of a failure.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-09-13
A Card.

Thanking the public for their patronage in
the past, take pleasure in informing you
that have just received an immense stock
of boots and shoes at bankrupt prices, and
they will be sold very low. This includes
stock Of the finest ladies' misses and children's
goods of the best manufacture in the United
States. Call and examine goods and prices
before purchasing and we will convince you
that you can save money by buying at Dun
scomb's. 22-tf
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-09-13
cheau Boots and Shoes.

Can be bought at Dunsconb's, Eagle Block,
who has just purchased an immense stock of
bankrupt goods, comprising some of the best
Philadelphia make OF Ladies', Misses and
Chijdren's shoes and Western hand made
boots for men and boys. Ail-sizes, all kinds
and prices TO suit any one.
2a-tt j. G. DuNsCOMB.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-09-13
Ladies' Riding.

Ed. GLE:-Our published premium list
failsto give the purse offered by the Associa-
ton for ladies riding. Said purse was nine
dollars, and the premiums are 5000 for first,
and $500 for second. Those interested will
please take notice.
w Il DlNeoN President
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-09-13

The Emporia Aeles Is showing wonderful
enterprise Tor these hard times. Gold selling
at three and one-fourth, with downward
tendency, don't appear TO affect the proprie-
tors OF that institution, who, following the
giving OF large special premiums for good
locking babies, exhibited at the Lyon county
fair, is getting MP an excursion to Kansas
City, TO witness The trot of Goldsmith Maid.
-Four dollars takes the average Neosho-Bot-
tomite to the show and back and furnishes
him the Ne'rs for one year, to boot
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-09-13

From the associate dispatches, and newspa-
pers, as also from the lips of those who at
tended, we judge the Eldorado excursion to
have been success, complete in all particu-
lars. Our folks didn't like being held for six
hours at Florence, and we don't blame them,
but they say they were treated royalty by
their entertainers. Five thousand people
were present. Ten car loads of excursion
lsts went down. Three brass bands did the
blowIpg-that is the blowing that was not
done by the people of Eldorado and her in
yted blowers. The little town will now go
10 sleep and take the rest it so much needs.
The strain upon its nerve and pocket for the
past three months has beeh great, and the
wonder is how it stood it. BY the 7i1es we
see that great many big men were present,
but by the same paper we see that great
many bigger men, including eurseli, weren't.
The latter ciess, you know, sent regrets, and
all that kind of thing. ReGuitscat az pccs.
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The Dedication of the Presbyterian Church.

Next Sabbath is the day set for the dediea-
tory services of the new church. With the
exception OF the completion OF the clock
tower this beautiful edifice is complete in all
particulars. Morning services at 1.-The other
churches nave been postponed SO that all who
may desire to attend the services OF the new
church can do so without hmdranee or en-
barrassment. The city council has accepted
an invitation to attend in a body, The Rev.
+. S. McCabe, ID. D., of Topeka, will preach
the dsdicatory sermon, and other ministers
will be heard from. The occasion will be one
OF historical interest to our city.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-09-13

From the Water FIGURING Mills whose rum
bling turbines can be heard the night through,
came, the other day, sack OF Perfection
Flour" marked "Mrs. Murdoch. cor pments
of w. p. Rouse" The great vile laky
biscuit that came on 10 the al. The next
morning fully warrantt d the nsig "Periec-
tion.' No better brand or graf. made any
where, and we are glad the n.w company,
with MIR. Rouse at it, head, is making such a
success Of the Wichita Water Mills
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-09-13
Singer Sewing Machine.

/ will sell for cash sixty-fiye dollar Singer
sewing machine for thirty-five, seventy dollar
machine for forty, eighty for iorty-tive, eighty
five for fifty. VIM MASON,
General Agent.
Office 119 Main ST., few doors north of the
Occidental. 1f-3m
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-09-13

81. W. Cole returned from ar extended
business trip up the great valley the other
dag. II was absent several weeks. He SAYS
HAT the United States lands along the line OF
the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad,
as far Fort Dodge, is all homesteaded, and
much OF the railroad land settled The en-.
tire face of the country is rapidly undergoing
3 comnlete change
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1877-09-13

AL.lh VEN IAE, otp. o, IotI.
EDITOR EAGLE Please ,,announce that
| a meeting of the Grant Township Park Asso-
citation will be held at the school house in dis
trict No. Is, Saturday, September 18th, at 2
p. n. Directors are to be elected for the en-
suing year and other necessary business will
be transacted.
O. G. JACORs Sec