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The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1880-12-31
Americas Items

On Christmas evening at an early hour
Aunt Lucy's" friends began to assemble
at her residence, the post Office building.
Her assistants in the post Office gave her
an honorable discharge from all official
duties for the time being, and she was
occupied for an hour or two, receiving
and greeting friends, Unexpectedly COM
ing in upon her. Last, but net least,
came the violin and prompter, and soon
the merry dance began, three compe-
tent ladies being appointed floor man
ayers, who performed their duties so
well, as to insure their reelection on
some future occasion. After an hours
indulgence in the "Poety of Notion
the house was called to order by l.. A
Wood, whereupon, Miss Effie Bond ad
dressed aunt Lucy" in behalf of the
friends assembled and with neat and
happy speech presented to her and ele
CANT silver castor. After few moments
when all were waiting to hear "Auni
Lucy" say something-fnding she
| didn't-because she couldn't-the dane
ing and other amusements were resum-
ed by old and young, at II 80 O'Clock
good nights were said and all wen
home having passed a merry Christmas
evening. Hal.
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birthday Party.

One of the pleasantest social events of
the season for the young folks, was held
last Friday evening al the residence CT
Mr.. and Mrs. ID. S. Gilmore, III honor OF
the fifteenth birthday of their oldest
daughter Miss Jean NJ. About seventy
five Of her associates and schoolmates
were in attendance and happier lot of
young folks could hardly be found. An
enjoyable time was had and no pains
was spared to make those present feel at
home. The evening passed off pleasant
ly, with music, dancing and social inter-
course. Hasseler's string band furnish
ed the instrumental music and nearly
all present enjoyed themselves stripping
the light fantastic" Miss Jean was the
recipient of several valuable presents,
including which, was an elegant writing
desk. presented by her schoolmates, Miss
Mary Eastman making the presentation
speech. At about 10 O'Clock magnif-
cent repast was served, and, after more
dancing, charades, ETC., the party dis
Persed, pronOuncing the party a sue
cess and Mrs. and Mr.. Gilmore firstclass
entertainers
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HortionItnraI Meeting

The county horticultural society held
meeting on the evening of December
22d at Hartford, which was attended by
quite number of the citizens of the
town aud neighborhood interested in the
fruit growing business.
The meeting was called to order by
president Milliken and remarks made
by C. D. BurdIck, of Fremont, a. D.
Chambers, w. A. Baysinger and others,
on the subject of varieties of apples and
other fruits best adopted to orcharding
for profit in the vicinity.
The annual meeting of the society for
the election of officers, and transaction
of other business. will be held in Fow.
ler's hall, on Wednesday, January 3,
1881, at 1 o'clock.
Arrangements are made for addresses
on interesting subjects, hence full at
tendance is desirable
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Mrs. A. P. MORSE, Presi,
The Catholic Fair.

The fair for the benefit of the convent
of the Franciscan Fathers has been so
far, considering the cold weather, well
attended Several articles were ratified
off last night and the rattle will continue
every night until New Years day, in.
elusive. Very handsome and useful ar.
ticles have been donated by the Francis
can Sisters in the east, and also by q
number of citizens of Emporia. The
principal articles we have seen are four
beautiful quilts, Britannia set and castor
fine cake, with tower, several varieties
of toilet sets, and number of elegant
and handsome articles which can not al
be named. Refreshment tables have al
so been placed in the hall, for those who
may wish to take dinner and supper, eacI
day this week. The particular attention
of the citizens of Emporia is called tC
the dinner which will be given by the
ladies of the congregation on New Year:
daV
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The Americas schools.

On Friday, December oath. the Amer
icus school closed session of fourteen
weeks. During this time in Miss Woods
room, there were sixty-eight enrolled
and class of twelve promoted. In Miss
DavIdson's room, seventy-two enrolled,
and class Of sixteen promoted. In
Mrs. Waits room sixty.eight enrolled
and an average attendance the last
month, of fifty-one.
Until the preparation of Christmas
festivities, the attendance, and eager,
earnest, study continued almost unabat-
ed, and the goodwill and kindly feel
ing were unbroken to the end, as
was manifested in the presentation
of handsome Christmas gifts of Burns
poems, illustrated and handsomely
bound-a beautiful edition of Owen
Meredith's Lucille" and three lovely
pieces of China plate, cup and saucer,
accompanied with neat little tablets, con-
tanning a long list of donors. For this
| respectful kindness and ready co-opera-
ton during the term, as we'll as this last
thoughtful remembrance, they have the
heartfelt thanks of their teacher. Miss
Kate Tressler was perfect in department
during the entire term of fourteen weeks.
AGNES H. WAITE.
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The Kansas Elsteddrod


Held at Bancroft hall in this city ON
Christmas day has already been noticed
in general way by THE News, but we
take pleasure in submitting the follow
ing additional details of this very inter-
esting festival to our readers, as furnish
ed by parties who are familiar with the
Welsh language, and made a point of
noting the different performances on the
occasion IN question.
The evening before Christmas the
trains were full of Welsh citizens, who
came from all parts of the state to attend
the Eisteddfod. Among the arrivals were
Professor J. P. Jones, of Chicago,
adjudicator of the musical part
of the program and Rev
G. Griffiths, of New Cambria, Mo, adj
judicater ofthe essays, Rotations. etc,
Mr.. r. Davies, (Addfwyn MyrddD from
Beulah, Kansas, and Professor Tavalaw
Jones, of Arvonia, the conductor of the
Eisteddfod, with the Arvonia choir, un-
der the leadership of Mr.. D. j. Jenkins
The morning session was taken up by
Rotations, singing trios, Duets, solos,
ETC., and speeches on ambition. In the
latter contest Mr.. Luther Rees, young
! lawyer of the city and son of Rev. H.
Rees, took the prize. His speech was
| the best feature of the Eistddfod and it
was a great credit to him in all respects
The Emporia choir, under the leader
ship of Mr.. T. L. Lewis, took the prize
for singing "The Old Fiftieth"
In the afternoon, adjudications of Rev
t. g. Edwards, (Cynonfardd) of King
ston, Pa, was read on the Pryddest 10
the late d. r. Jones, (Hen Salmydd) of
Emporia. Rev. j. G.. Evans, of Pitts
burgh, Pa, took the prize for this, who
was represented at the Eisteddfod by D.
N. Thomas, (Nicholas Ddu) of this place.
The prize for the best essay on The re-
lation and duty of our churches towards
their people," was awarded to d. n
Thomas, (Nicholas Ddu) of this city In
the afternoon also, the great competition
on singing the $50 prize anthem "Y
Gwanwyn' came off, two choirs compel
ing. The Arvonia choir led by D. j
Jenkins, and the Emporia choir, led by
T. H. Lewis. This was grand exer
else and the prize of $50 was awarded &c
the Arvonia choir. This brought the
Eisteddfod proper, to an end, and a grand
concert was held in the evening undel
the able leadership of Professor Tavalaw
Jones. The Eisteddfod was grand
success financially and all other respects
Mrs. G. w. Newman, of this city, acted
az pianist at the concert and was esteem
, ed admirable by all present
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The Homo EntertaInment

Excepting that the treasury has been
replenished to the amount of 800 there
by, as far as accommodating the public
is concerned the ladies of the Work So
ciety recognize their mistake in having
their entertainment so near the holidays
and not either during or after that peri
cd. All merchants and other dealers
have been keeping their places of bust
ness open for two weeks prior to Christ
mas until 10 O'Clock at night, thus keep
ing scores away from the entertainment
that would have liked to witness it as
well as countenance it; and since the en-.
thusiastic reports about the charming
drama produced that night and the de
cided "hit" made by Gertrude and
''Petcr SPyk," many regrets are ex
pressed by those who were deprived OF
attending. Mrs. Delap's acting that
night has been favorably compared with
that of Maggie Mitchell There have
been many requests for are petition of the
drama, and no doubt it would draw {
crowed house in the interests of some
cause among us.
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Masonic Installation.

The installation of the Masonic bodies
of this city took place Monday evening at
Masonic hall. The music was furnish
ed by Mrs. Mills, Miss CordIey, Prof
Fowler and Chas. Fletcher, Mrs. G.. w.
Newman presiding at the organ.
After the opening prayer by Jos. Gull
yer, an original poem was read by
Hon. W. W. Scott, succeeding which the
following officers were installed by Past
Master J. Jay Buck, Col. J. NJ. Steele
acting as marshal:
Emporia Lodge, No. 10, a. F. and a.
NJ: L. D. Jacobs, w. M; John c..
Jones, s. W.; W. Cleaver, j. w; IS.
R. Hall, treasurer; F. w. Hirth. secre-
tary; W. W. Scott, $. D.; Daniel Dryer,
j. D.; J. w. Thatcher, ). s.; o. B.
Wharton, j. s.; T. Johnson Tyler.
The following officers for Emporla
chapter No. 8, were installed by Past
High Priest Lakin, r. E. ToFrington
acting as marshal: James Smith
H. P, J. Jay Buck. K, j.
NJ. Steele, Scribe; S. r. Hall,
Treasurer; F. W. Hirth, Secretary
John c. Jones, @. H.; w. w. Hibben, p
s.; C. w Cleaver, r. A c.; VIM. Clapp
NJ. LIST "; J. g. Pettingill, b. I'd v; d
A. Stall, NJ. Sd v; t. johnson. Guard.
| The following officers of Empori'
Commandery No. II, were installed b,
Past Commander, l. D. Jacobs; r. s
Torrington. acting as marshal: j. ia,
Buck, E. c.; ]. NJ. Steele, Gen. d. s
Stahl, c. g.; Jos. F. Culver, PreIa3e; D
W. Eastman, Treas; E Borton, Rec.
L. Z. Halleck. s. W.; C. W. Cleaver,
w; J. B. Halleck, St. B.; S. R. Hall,
B.; w. W. Hibbin, Warden, T. JohE
son, Sentinel.
4 After singing the doxology those pre-
ent partook of bountiful repast, whisl
terminated most happily at about te
O'Clock.
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The following program for the week
of prayer has been agreed upon by the
ministerial association of Emporia:
Each church is to have service as usual
on Sunday, January 2. On Monday
evening there will be union prayer meet
ing at the Presbyterian church; Tues
day evening at the Episcopalian; We'd
nesday, at the Christian; Thursday, at
the Methodist; Friday, at the Baptist
Saturday, at the Presbyterian. The
Alliance will be discussed In their regu-
lar order. Each pastor is to arrange a
program for the meeting in the church
for which he breaches.
The branch alliance of the United
States have adopted, with slight modifi.
cations, the program of the Evangelical
Alliance, and suggest the following
themes and order for the week:
Sunday, 2.-Theme; Christ, the only
hope of lost world
Monday, 3 -Thanksgiving for the
blessings, temporal and spiritual, of the
past year, and prayer for their continu
ance.
Tuesday, Accumulation and comics
sion on account OF individual, social ant
national sins.
| Wednesday, 5.-PraYer for the churcl
of Christ. its unity and purity, its min
istry, and for revivals of religion.
Thursday, 6.-Christian education
prayer for the family, Sunday school
and educational institutions, for Youni
Mems Christian Associations and for tn
press.
Friday, T.-Prayer for the prevalanc
of justice, humanity and peace among al
nations; for the suppression of intempel
ance and Sabbath dissertation.
Saturday, S.-Prayer for Christia
missions and the CONVERSION of In
world to Christ.
Sunday, 9.-Theme: The ministraiio
of the Holy Spirit.
The Christian portion of the comm,
nifty and all others interested viii pleas
note the above plan, and be ready to civ
the exercises good atteddance.
/, r. L. LoTz, Secretary, Pro TEN.
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AMER1cUs NoTEs.
BY "BuR1ow."
FRIDAY, Dec. "a.

FRIDAY, Dec. "a.
Fresh buckwheat -four at NJ. w. Glib
sons.
A full line of all kinds of stoves, both
parlor and heating, atJ- S. Gibson's.
Try some of those choice bottled pick
les at NJ w Gibson's.
L. w. Sutton is getting up hotel reg
lister. j. S. Gibson is fixing up his
windows and makes good display. -
Lesh Bros. have received large invoice
of goods. Carrie Gibble has very
sore throat. d. T. McCanley's sale To-
day. Stock went away up. Married
Perry -Bright-At the residence OF
Mr.. and Mrs Sanford, the brides par.
ents by Rev j. N. Dreisbacla on Decem.
Der %, 1880. at Americas, Mr.. Augustus
L. Parry to Mrs. E A. Bright, both 81
Denyer, Colorado. Joseph Vanecleaye
had his pocket-book containing ! small
sum of money and some valuable paper.
stolen, the guilty parties have
been found Out :. The reyiv
al meellbS was Vi gnu iHtSf
/ est last evening; two received the par
doning grace and nine stIli al The alter
Prospects good Wagons, sidewalks
aud ether property generally, seemed Il
be bewIiched. =. The boys seemed 4
| have quite lively time today and
| good deal of spirit was manifeste'
lthroughot1t the entire meeting. Til
singing was coed, but some times III
| words were norset 10 appropriate music
=. The persons that entered The hous
and took that money we're ali boys onl
twelve CT fourteen years old III
side walk has been extended to 7. Z
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The fireman's dance at Bancroft hall,
on Friday evening was very largely at
tended, and proved successful beyond
the most sanguine hopes OF its efficient
managers. The firemen in their attrac-
tive uniforms, presented very admir-
able appearance, and the excellent
music furnished by Holmes orchestra
was highly appreciated by all who par
ticipated in the festivities OF the evening.
The fidelity with which the various
committees discharged their severa,
functions contributed greatly to the har-
mony of the occasion, and largely aug
mented the enjoyment of the numerous
dancers. Over one hundred tickets were
disposed of and it will afford pleasure
to the many friends of the fire depart
ment in this city to learn that the ven,
ture has improved to considerable ex
tent, the financial condition of the two
companies under whose auspicies the
entertainment was given.
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To snhscribers.

Owing to Il delay on the road of part
Of the type to be used on our mailing
list, the date opposite the address is in
many cases incorrect. We hope to have
the dates correct on all the papers next
week. Meanwhile, If you know your
subscription expires with this number,
don't fail to renew promptly in order to
be sure not to miss any numbers. II
you-can not call at the Office before oul
next issue, and wish the paper for the
coming year, drop us postal card say
my you win renew the first time you
come to EmporIa, and we will take
pleasure in waiting on you a reasonable
time. Or, remit to us by money order
OF registered letter.
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nuck Creek.
TUESDAY, Dec. %.

TUESDAY, Dec. -.
EDS. NEWS: The people of Duck
Creek and vicinity concluded to
celebrate Christmas right royalty
this year by having Christ
mas tree at the Duck Creek school
house, and think we all agree that we
had a very merry Christmas. The schol-
airs and their teacher took lively inter
est in it and made up their minds to
have a thoroughly enjoyable time, and
we think they succeeded. The first on
the program of the evenings entertain
ment was song, 1.-THE Children's Te
Deum," sung by the older scholars and
some of the young folks of the district
Next was select reading by Miss Alice
Livermore, "Will the New Year Come
Tonight, Mamma ~ which was very pa
thetically rendered. Then a song by the
school, 'The Hunters Horn" was well
and correctly sung. The little folks then
recited their pieces, which showed good
training on the part of their teacher.
Miss Emma W ood next gave a recita-
ton. Give me Rum, Oh, Give me
RUM by Master John Orr, and
We predict for the young man much sue
cess as an orator MISS Ella Orr
read piece on "Woman's Rights" with
as much nGire dignity as if she really
believed what she was reading. Little
Freddie Phillips amused us all by Give
the Little Boy Chance" The school
then ushered in Santa Claus by singing
Come Old Kris Kringle," and then
Santa came in with large basket of
goodies, dressed IN very handsome car.
rage robe made of wolf skins which he
left in favor of the Rev. Jos. DENLY as a
present from the Duck Creek folks, in
hopes it might protect him from many
chilly blast. The tree was then strip.
ped of its unnatural but beautiful and
costly leaves and all looked merry as a
marriage bell There was large and
| attentive audience. The evening was
| pleasant and the tree loaded. Miss
Wood, the teacher, was presented with a
hickory stick wrapped up and labeled
Riley Saunders received the mitten as
| the homeliest old bachelor present. The
Rev. DENLY thanked the Duck Greek
folks kindly for the handsome present
on the Sunday following at church.
Wishing you happy New Year,
| A SUBSCRIBER.
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Dolngs at Dunlap.

DUNLAP, MONDAY, Dec. u.
There was a surprise party al Mr..
Yetman's on the 23d, in honor of Miss
Jessie's 18th birthday. Jessie is home
enjoying the holidays, but will return
to the Normal in a few days. They
had Christmas tree at Vicler's school
house on Cahoia, that will mark green
SPOT in the memory of all who had the
good fortune TO be present. Deeds of
charity, feasting and a handsome tree
were the prominent features of the day
of Dunlap. -. j. B. Showers drug store
was burglarized al that place on the 23d.
DIR. Priest and family, of Missouri,
have located in Dunlap. =. Bradford s.
See are putting up grist mill. two
miles south Of town. :. .Ausbaugh &
Bane will start a cheese factory at this
place in the spring .Shafer s Reid
nour have put mp a large quantity of
ice. Stock yards and a water tank
will be erected here in January. Mr..
Parsons is buying wheat and Mr. Aus
baugla is buying all the corn, butter and
eggs that are offered. :. There has been
no recent addition 10 thecolored popuIa-
ton of the town for sometime, and those
that are here have become self-support-
ing. Dunlap has the facilities fcl
growth and prosperity, if few more Of
| her leading citizens would subscribe fol
THE NEWS /. C. III.
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Miss Lille Mitchell is spending th'
holidays At home
Mr. S. Cross, Of Topeka, spenl
che Sabbath in Emporia.
Prof. B. T. Davis spent the holiday.
with friends at junction City.
MIR. c. A. Leighton and wife and T. J
vrutz took their Christmas dinner with
!. nds in Paola-
Mr.. and Mrs. Daniel Seyery, of Pea
body, are visiting at the residence Of L
Severy, in this city.
Mr.. A. w. Stubbs started TO Parsons
Wednesday to attend the teachers in
stitute at that place.
Brother Fletcher Meriditb. of the
Hutchison News, favored US with cal
Wednesday morning.
Mr.. VIII Warren and family. of Null
vane, spent their Christmas with Capt
S. B. Warren IN this city,
Mrs. ii. a. Rogers. of Humboldt,
formerly of Emporia, is the guest oil
Mrs. w. b. Moses, OF this city.
Mr.. c. n and Miss Annie Riggs spent
a portion of their Christmas and the
succeeding Sabbath with friends in To
peka.
Mr.. Ed. Kinnan received box Of
very beautiful flowers from California,
by way of a Christmas reminder, las
Friday.
Mr. l. E. Perley arrived IN Emporis
from the mines on Friday evening. and
will spend the holidays with his family
In this city.
Miss frankie Brundige was made
the happy recipient on Christmas of ,
handsome gold watch and chain, thu
gift of l. d. Fox & Co. and other friends
Mr. VIII Shoemaker, travelling agen
for the publishing house of Hub
bard Bros, of Philadelphia, is spending
the holidays with his parents in thi
city.
MIR. VIM. Powell, of the Fifth Avenn'
hotel, started to ST. Louis Sunda,
morning to attend a meeting OF CONNER
cial travellers to be held in that city dur
/ ing the present week.
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Over THE COUNTY.
Reading nipples.

TUESDAY, Dec. %.
Christmas passed off very quietly in
this place, everybody seeming to be at
home or of visiting. Santa Claus was
followed up promptly by little squall
OF snow ON Sunday and alowering Their
mometer at night, registering Monday
morning, at Steckley's, nine degrees be-
low. The hardware store, stock, tools
and all, are offered for sale. :. Taylor
Cain visited US yesterday, and offers his
new cottage for sale. Quite crowd
went to the concert at Emporia Satur-
day, and report fine singing and good
time. MARY DEZEAN.
THURSDAY, Dec "a
Mrs. Goodspeed, accompanied by her
brother, Mr.. Judson, has returned to set
tie her husbands estate. The young
folks dedicated Will Severy's new barn
last night with dance. ID. W. Under
stock got married and treated his friends
to an oyster supper last Wednesday
evening. .Jacoby has put up forty tons
of ice. =. "A gang of workmen arrived
last night to put down q pipe from the
new tank down to the river. The well is
crossing finely. Last Tuesday evening
the young boys had the floor and caused
more amusement than the older folks.
President WEIGH, of the Normal, has
promised to give a lecture before the
society in January. MARY De ZEAN.
FruItland Flashes
FRUITI4AND, Dec. %.
a good many turkeys have disappear
cd in the last few days j. Christmas was
feasting day in Fruitland. u. Hin
shaw and sister are visiting in Cherokee
county. wv. B. Morgan spent Christ
mas at home. IS. N. Bell has gone TO
Illinois ON business, to be gone about
three weeks. The Lyceum Tuesday
night was good. The census IN this
vicinity will be much larger next year
| than it was this. "A good singing mas
ter could get class in this neighborhood
| by little work. >. a pleasant social at
| John Williams Christmas night. !. W.
| Humphrey drove into ditch the other
night and turned the wagon over. There
were six or eight persons with him, but
no serious damage was done. s.. e.
| Moore is getting hearty again. N. w.
| Doldwell is going into the sheep bust
ness. Our school marin is getting
Ernst. GRANGER.
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EDITORS NEWS: The ladies of the
Christian work society express their
thanks to all who rendered assistance at
the entertainment given Thursday even
ing for the benefit of the city poor, but
especially TO Mr.. w. Jay, for the use of
the hall, and TO Mrs. Delap, whose efforts
from the first have been unremitting.
We would also acknowledge Il timely
check of $50 from Senator p. B. Plumb,
a most welcome gift, relieving an empty
treasury, and destined to give warmth
and cheer 10 many hearts this winter.
The society likewise are under grea: OBJ
legations to THE NEWS for so faithfully
representing the needs of the society
and the work being done by its mem
bers at the right time-<
MRs p MORSE President
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District Court Proeeedings.

TUESDAY, Dec. 2Sth. 1881.
District Court met in this city yester-
day, pursuant TO adjournment and the
following business was disposed of:
Chester S. Nickie vs.. Nickle heirs; E.
W. Cunningham appointed guardian ad-
dItum for Cora Bell and Jennie Nickle.
Taylor Us. Sulgrove; finding for de-
PENDANT, setting aside mortage and ex-
cepted to by plaintiff.
Tyler VS.. George ct al and Lutz vs..
George ct al; set for February adjourn
ed term.
In the case of the assignment of Nc
Cullough, the court approved the bond
of assignee.
&C. Smith vs. a. N Hanna; sale of
real estate confirmed and sheriff ordered
to make purchase deed.