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The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1877-12-20
CONVICTION.

. Barney Holthaus has a young son at his
house.
Toe soup house was literally patronized yes
teRday.
Woodward Chief is the fastest trotting horse
in Kentucky.
Booker took In fifty more recruits at Critten.
ueh tuesday night.
George Hodges paid "a for drunk TO Squire
Francis this morning.
Miss Rebecca McMullen, of San Francisco.
is the guest of Miss Mary Lowell.
The Merry Companions will receive en- mask
At Oud-felloWs' Hall on Christmas Eve.
Muhlenburg County is in danger of losing it's
charter for failing to elect county officials.
Matte, the infant son Of Mr.. and Mrs Michael
Flnan, died last night. The funeral will take
place Tomorrow.
The funeral of ]. 5. Andrews, the engineer
who was killed on the Southern Railroad took
place this morning.
The Hardy Benjamin marriage, last night,
was one of the most magnificent affairs that
has occurred in this city Tor some time.
One Of those enjoy able receptions Of which
the Young Men aud Ladies' Sodality are 50
noted for, Is announced at ST. Mary's Hall, on
the 9Th Of January.
The wife of Henry Gessling, a cigarmaker at
$40 Russell street, was found dead in bed yes-
terday. An induest showed that con gestlon OF
the brain was the cause.
Charles W. Hawley, the bankrupt shoe mer-
chant, has effected a compromise with lis
creditors at As cents on the dollar. ihi5 is a
little better than the usual run Of hankrupts.
The contract for building the new Methodist
church Eleventh street, between Scott anu
Madison, was awarded to Ii. A. Schreiyer at
il0,523. lie will commence operations imme-
uiately.
The local column of the Gazette yesterday
contained an account of st. Augustine Church
In Peaselburg' as being on the verge of bank
Tuptcy, which was correct. and was oCcasioned
by the mismanagemGnt of priests, the sub
stance Of which was published in this paper
two months ago. Enterprise, gentlemen.
Another meeting of Democrats was held last
night and the following ticket nominateu;
Treasurer-W. Ii. MayDery.
Clerk-G. IL. Dawson.
Attorney-J. p. Harrison.
COlector-John Ereer.
Engineer-T. II. Kennedy.
Street tCommissioner-Gco. Wolking
Market Master-R. Lambert.
JaiIer-John Fitzpatrick.
Sealer-FIed. TImm.
Wharfmaster-J j. Calvin.
CounCil-L d. Croniuger II. A. McDannold
Johu Weaver, W. h. Ashbrook, Alex Davezac,
Tate Richardson, James lielster, Theo. Wolk-
ing K. Rigenthal.
school boaLd-M. V. Sullivan, R. H. Ramsay.
u. DeGarmo, Il. Alling ham, l.. Brustle, Ed.
Petty, Il. " atson, ". A. Hall, A. Mcleod.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1877-12-20

~, h. at z. NJ. POSITIVELY.
r. > EXPRESS. Asa B. BOolh, Master,
I4fAt$as5 flESa Apply on board, or to j. G. Dorman
Hzsszanszs1-ss 4 Co., j. Cunningham, Agents.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1877-12-20
COurt.nartial.

meetings VIII be held next Wednes-
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07
CITY AND COUNTY
4 Few Items For Our Friends in fhe
East 10 Read.

There are but few claims taken in the vicin-
i:y or Dodge City. The land is good, and we
want the county settled with industrious farm
c-s and stock raisers Heretofore the business
men have depended upon the Texas cattle trade
for support. and have not tried 10 induce inlmi-
grafton. The railroad company has been anx-
IONS 10 settle the country and sell its lands
.fus before pptt3ag this land into msrket. ror
these reasons no attention has been paid 10
settling; the country.
Dodge City is one Of th- most promising towns
in kansas, and che land and ftrfns ~ lie vicinity
VIII rapidly increase in value.
Fort Dodge. one of tine most beautifully loca-
ted military posts in The United states. is -iiu-
n;e,i i've milet east of Dodge CITY, ON the Ar
kansas river. Scarcely any of the land in the
vicinity Of the Fort is taken.
The county is not burtencd with bonded in
drbtedness; lis only debt is S., cOD incurred in
building the substantial brick court house,
which is now almost completed, the brick hay-
ing been burned IN ibis county.
Taxes are light Partly owing TO the good
financial condition OF the county, but more di-
rec:iy owing TO the TACT that ;he Atchison, To-
peka santa Re Railroad Company pay the
taxes on their road-bcd and lands promptly
every year, bringing many thousand dollars into
the treasury.
The substantial bridge across the Arkansas
river, ust soIlh OF the city, was bali 10y pri
vs,e corporation, aud At No expense to the tax
payers.
Ihis is the only organized county on the lire
OF the Atchison. Topeka 4 Santa fe Road where
government hand be obtained within one
and two miles OF the county seat.
\ large trAc; OF Usage Indian land lays in this
vicinity, which IS subject to entry Al the es-
ceedingly low price of 81. y per acre, one half
the pr.cc of government land
rl,sre are thirteen Counties attached 20 Ford
fcr Judicial purposes. II is safe 10 say that thos.
counties val not be organized for many wears.
This leaves a vast and unlimited range for
thass desiring TO procure good and lasting looa-
tons for stock ranches. Foremost of the .oiu-
tics thus attached are Clark, Mead. Arapahoe.
fcogr, stevens, seward. Kansas and stanton.
aa well watsTed by clear, running streams,
wrich furnish an abundance of water ut sill
seasons Of the year. Timber, sufficient fcr fuel,
Can also be found on thcsrstreams.
The altitude and dryness OF the atmosphere,
the comparative exemption from winter rsins,
Ihe ii2Gadless range, the i.iNurisni grasses, and
ssc various ccn,en.encs- Tor shelter. make these
counties much sought amer for winter a. well IS
summer range.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07
Death of MIR. W. B. Price

We are panied by having 10 chronicle
the sudden Death Of S.r. WIN. b. fiiee'
which occurred last Sunday afternoon.
THIS gentleman, ho resided in the East,
was visiting friend n the Post at the
tir.ie of his decease. with the hope that
the climate of Kansas mient Improee his
health, the latter rot being good. He
also intended to engage in business should
he opportunity present. Itself.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

TnR excursion TO Lakin VIII take place
.next Wednesday. Indications are that
the weather will be line and that a grand
time will be had. Blossoms orchestra will
furnish music for the ball in the evening.
Prof. Gandolph is expected here IN time
20 take a hand. Tickets for the round
srip. including ball and supper. 500
per couple. OF So. o. for single persona.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

Mrs {. :. Hrugerfori VIII soon start
on visit TO tie home OF her parents in
Adams county, Ill. where size Will
remain during the GREATER psrt of the
summer months.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

special from iankton. Cacotah says
the Carroll, which lef; On Saturday IS tied
up eighty miles above that place. on the
Missouri river. waiting for the ice 10 pass.
She has on board two hundred and twen-
iy-iive Black Killers.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

We are surry to learn that Mr.. 4. W.
Boyd, who has been Cor more than a year
in the employ of the railroad company as
an engineer, ard during that period has
made many friends here. started last
Monday evening Tor the east. where be
will probably remain. Mr.. Boyd was one
of our ,aost respected and popular young
men. We hcps he viii make mp his mind
70 return.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

bunch " green grass, ot tns springs
growth. measuring seven inches from tie
roots 10 the TIP OF ene blades. was brought
III from the range to-day and Is now on
exhibition a the Times ONCE.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

MIR. RICHARD. formerly OF the firm of
Cakes ii Rigbard. will start fer the Black
Hills with his mule tain on the tenth Of
this month.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

Judge tringer is building = residence
bouse on Front street. cas-: Of The Times
office. Whether or not the Judge has
Intentions we do moi know.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

MORRIS COLLAR has now ON hand the
Largest and best selected stock of ladies'
dress goods and trimmings in the city.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

Mr.. Frank Dada. the industrious post
harnessmakcr, Is expecting sou.e OF his
friends IN the east oUt here to locate
soon. His own family arrived from
Leayenworth some time ago
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

NE vote polied last Monday shows
that Dodge City has about eiey.n hundred
inhabitants
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

Mr. Edward L. Coiborn and Mrs. A.
Webster started to Hays City yesterda,
FOR week or ten days visit.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

COUNTY COMMISSIONER A. J. Peacock
and County Clerk John b. Means.
went dowa 10 Mcpherson county ,bis
week un hunting expedition. The
principal game in view was ducks.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

= new millinery and dressmaking estab-
lishnent just opened opposite G. NJ.
Hoover's residence.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

MR. HARRY BoYER. our st.icieut Clerk
OF the District Court. now presides behind
tie counter at a. E. Websters store.
Harry is an old salesman and Is perfectly
at homo among the dry goods and
groceries
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

Mr. :. +. Dunhau. OF Taunton. Massa-
ehusetis. arrived hers last Friday morn
ing He is an old aeopaintsuee Of m.
E,d Patterson. who IS in the employ of
Mr.. II. !. Sitter. and has come west TO
look at The country and take advantage
Of whatever opportunities for money
making NAV So offered
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

Morris Collar this week received several
hue aaise'es 10 Ice sold en- commission.
they al, arrayed IN iiont of his store
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

IL. ". Howe. dentist. of Lawrence,
Kansas, will be at the Dodge Honse the
frst part OF next week. where he will
thankfully receive those who may see fit
TO patEonize hun. Nothing but first class
practice viii ne allowed to leave ms
hands. The doctor is here on special
call OF Tie officers from the Fort. where
he has been employed the past week.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

Miss Lizzie \. L. wilkins. the accom-
plished daughter of our energetic friend,
farmer Wilkins. arrived from her former
home IN the east this week. The advent
to the refined society of this city. We
understand she coatemplates giving
lessons in instrumental music. in which
art she is quite proficient.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

The grand round up OF j. ". Drisk MS
herds on the Cimsrcn river will take
place OH the 10th inst.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

Ladies and children's shoes OF al grades
and styles for sale cheap at Norns
Collars. New goods arriving daily.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

mr. L. r. Holsters, the post taylor. has
taken claim In the Arkansas valley.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

THIS is the second month ri spring.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

The Lakia excursion takes place next
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

bufiziooow aud calf were seen between
Spearvaie and Kinsley this week.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

The south side retsanraut Is ready FOR
business.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

The grass grew nearly an inch to-day.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07
fOr sale

4 yc1y me buggy and iay zsrs. APP
ply TO
DE- TRssA,xK.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

ca the evening of the election Chas.
Lawson's band was our serenading sue
oessial candidates. Jas. II. Kelley. c.
NJ. Beeson ana John Newton We're the
ones thus IGNORED by the musicians, and
each responded right royalty with refresh
nients and good cheer.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

Senator Plumb Is expected home ai,cu,
the middle of next week.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

A lot Of fine new buggies for sale cheap
at N. Collars.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

siias Maley returned from the south Jus
in time for the election.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

The farmers are ju5ilant oyer the fine
growing weather.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

THE ball given last night by the friends
Of Hon. X. ". Wright was of that char
acter which cannot fail To afford the
greatest degree of pleasure. The number
III attendance was quite large, and com
posed of the highly respectable class OF
society. For the fist time In several
months the military officers of Fort Dodge
participated with orr citizens az q social
gathering. There we're present Captain
Gentry, Captain and Mrs. Hinton md
Lieutenant EckeTson. The rain-stsrm
prevented the attendance OF several ladies
who would have greatly enjoyed the occa-
sion. After dancing until about l2 O'Clock
a collation. was spread upon the counters
OF the sales room III the store building
where Mrs. Wright, Miss Llugton, and
Miss Belle Wright welcomed the ASSEM-
bled guests and presided over ,he repast.
Dancing was resumed after supper and
the sound of music did not cease till well
nigh morning. and when they separated
none conld look back tor months aud fnd
an evening more pleasantly spent Mr.
Wright. VINO leaves Tomorrow evening
lbT FoTt UTilflu. texas. 10 re absent
several months, will carry with him the
sincere wishes of his many friends here for
a safe and successful trip. ami speedy
return. after his business ia Texas shall
have been consummated.
YESTERDAY evening during the progress
Of the ball one of the city officials quietly
purloined an infants carriage containing
Mr.. Morris Collars youngest daughter
and pawned the same AZ Hoover's for four
glasses of lemonade, supposins, of course.
that Mr.. Collar would redeem the proper
ty as soon as lie found where it was.
When the careless parent had examined
the amount of the bill he said il was nore
than the child and buggy were worth and
refused TO redeem them. Things were
getting into a ,qrally condition when Mr..
Schulz happened in and seeing tine situa-
tion very calamity paid the bill with an
order Oh the City Treasury and carried of
the prize in triumph. Every body says
it was cheap baby.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07
Local Rreyist~s
Church as usual tomorrow.

Church AZ usual tomorrow.
Tbs Is the second month ri spring.
he grass grew nearly an inch TO-DAY.
The Lakin excursion takes place next
"Wednesday
The south side retsanrauf ,, ready for
business.
A LOT Of fine new bugzies for sale eheap
at NJ. Collars.
The farmers are ju5ilaut oyer the fine
growing weather.
Ciss- Ratii is expected home from the
Front in few days
The Board of County Commissioner,
meet next monday.
The prairie assunes a g-eenish hue
The grass is growing.
In society game II cards heart, arr
always taken bv diamonds.
siias slaley returned from the south lust
in time for the election.
Senator Plumb Is expected home ain,,,
the middle of next week.
a bufiz!ocow and calf were seen between,
Spearvaie and Kinsley this week.
Mr. r. F. Holsters, the post TAYLOR. has
taken claim IN the Arkansas valley.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

In society game Of cards hearts al,
always taken bv diamonds.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

Chas. katii is expected home from the
Front in few DAYS
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

THE prairie asslImes a g.eenixh bur
The grass is growing.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1877-04-07

The Board of County Commissioner,
meet next monday.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1877-02-22
REFORMING SING SING.

The ARRIVAL OF Superintendent PiIsbury at Sing Sing
Prison yesterday morning produced hutter OF excite
among tho officials OF that institution.
Evory man was at his post, displaying the utmost
vigilance and attention to hs duties, most Of them
being, doubtless, actuaied by u hope that they may
be spared amid the sweeping dismissal Of employees,
which Is regarded imminent Tho only APP
poin,mcnt mado by Mr.. p,llsbury that OF
Is. s. W. Clarke, to the position OF agent and
warden, in tho place OF Warden Youngs.
II Is not contemplated by tho Superintendent to
any further changes himself at present, as he re-
marked yesterday that under his system he would
leave to ms wardeDs the selection oi their sub
Ordinates, subject OF course, 10 his approval and
that lie should then hold tue wardcns responsible Tor
the laltuiness anu efficiency Of their appoinices II
Is understood tina, among the measures about to
be adopted king To reduction o!
pcnscs the erection Of stone wall
Tie north, south and east sideS Of the
prison, and the construction Of an iron enco on the
west river sde win suitable gates 10 admit OF tho
loading and unloading OF vessels THIS is said, would
enable tue management to dispense with the services
OF several guards ana keepers. whose retention under
existing circumstances Is an absolute necessity Tho
prison Is sun crowded almost 10 Its utmost capacity,
over 200 OF the cells having to accommodate Two con
vcts each Fifty OF tue most objcctio nabe Ja birds
were selected yesterday evening, aud after beng
securely ironed were taken 10 the State Prison ut
Auburn
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1877-02-22

Miss Clara Smith, OF No 296 McDonough street,
Brooklyn, was proceeding along Lewis avenue about
ten O'Clock yesterday, and had reached tho ntersec.
tion OF Chaunccy street, whom a man stepped up sud
denly to hcr ana demanded her money. Before she
could reply to tho audacious demand the ruan no
raised his list, and with violent blow knocked her
down. She icll In pool OF water and before she
could regain her feet the ruilan had ruled
her pockets Of their contents, aud torn a scarf
IRON around her neck. The villain then ran away.
Miss smith returned TO her home. where she informed
her father OF tho occurrence. Hall an hour elapsed
before word OF the robbery received at the Twelfth
precinct station house. A good description OF the
fellow was given 10 the police Hc is described as
being about thirty years OF ago i've feet eight inches
~ height With very red face. and black ieit
souchcd hat aud a uark sack coat
Robert rrimalc, twenty years Of age, residing at No.
G3 Hamilton avenue, Brooklyn, was arrested yestcr
day. cnarpcd with assauiting W. Engelke ON satur
DAY evening last and robbng HIM OF his god watch
and chain, valued ~ $3.50. Tho accused IL hold 10
answer.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1877-02-22
BELLEVUE COLLEGE COMMENCE.
MENT.

The sixteenth annual commencement OF the Belle.
vue Hospital Medical College took place yesterday
Afternoon ut the Academy OF Music. The building
crowded to It's Ut most capacity Tho privilege to
practise medicine conferred ll9 young stu.
dents The degrees conferred by Professor Isaac
T.. Taylor, NJ d., president OF the faculty. Several
prizes OF $50 awarded tho best cxani ma
tons in various studies
The Rev DR.. McCosh delivered the uguration nd.
dress to the graduates Tue young ply slcians were
told they had chosen one Of tho highest professions and
the example OF the great physicians was cited
The graduates were further advised to properly ap.
preciac their first patents II they were poor and
always To attend them TO their dying hour if they
wished It ana TO send In no bill to the widow.
The valedctory WAS delivered by Elisha ID Leflng
well, NJ d., OF The graduating class
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1877-02-22
DOM PIATT'S DEFENCE.

To TIE WAsnrSGroS CAPITAL
As my paper Is not Issued until next Sunday permit
me 10 say word response 10 the torrent OF abuse
that has fallen upon my head.
To those who know me IL is not necessary for me 10
say that nothing further IRON my thought In pen.
ming the editorial Of last Sunday than the horrible
crime OF assassination Open resistance to rcvolu-
tonary wrong. TOR which there seems no other
remedy, 10 ono thing; assassi nation is another In
the sentence SO strongly commented upon and de-
nounced 1t Will appear. when taken connection with
what precedcs aud follows that my appeal IL made TO
the people and not TO the assassin The American
people are not assassns, nor VIII they submit taey
to wrong Here IL what said and again repeat
As ssid week since. this Is not law Il is revolution,
and The people tame, submit we may bid long farewell
corrupt has only by its bayonet TO hold
state 1sarps,io long enough IN power Tor corrupt re-
man thus returned to power can ride In safety from
lifted Tor the slavery that viii follow the
We do not belize the people the United States are Of
thi, servle We believe that they prepared
without blow. to part with their hard earned. blood
stained possessions
When tho time comes that any other sentiment than
the above can be- iet and uttered. Tor one shall feel
ashamed OF my country. Rob the people OF the ballot,
AS these consprators IN power intend and what have
we leity
ln tho above, however, l have only put in words
what the President has embodied In acts In gather
ing troops the national capital Tor the first time
the history OF the Republic enforce Inauguration
significant when u Was apparent that lilden was 10 DO
installed no ordered his troops away. Mr. Tlldcn. It
seems, would need no armed support Then after JUS
tee DAVIS declined and Bradleys appointment revived
the hopes oil Hayes, the order concentrated and
additional troops Summoned 10 Washington.
II there Is assassination Ia suggestion there Is
sassnation IN the Presidents He appeals 10 his
army; appeal to the people
Let me, IN Tins Suggestion, recall to the horror
stricken minds OF these gentlemen, an event they
seem TO have forgotten When the Presidents son
anu orothc n-aw Casey came 10 my house IN tho
night time TO assault me. in the presence OF my lam
y, under circumstances that made the attempt. hau
been al home, SIMPLY arocious, assassination was
garded IN very cheerful light IL afforded ground Tor
testing 10 tho very journals that are now indignant
However, only seek 10 protest the mscons truction
put upon my words None other than an insane man.
or one desperately wicked, would think OF assas.
sInaton let alone publicly advocate the commission of
30 horrible u crime. Beyond this | have nothing TO
say. ask no odds OF these people. They playing
with dangerous element when they openly innovale
upon right sanctioned by time and sanctlcd by the
blood OF the people They VIII have eooigh TO IN
caring for themselves without troubling me.
DOM PIATr