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The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20
Notice.


To o. J. Hunt, H. L. Story and john n. Spin
You and each OF you are hereby notified
that you have been sned in the district court
OF the state OF the state or Kansas, held in
and for Lyon county, In an aerIoR wherein
L. Story. g. K: Bcates, j. n Harvey and
John n. Spinning are defendants; that the
on the sOth day of March. A. D. lssi; that you
or before the sotb day OF June, a D.
true and Judgment viii be render
ed accordingly against said o. ] Hunt for
annum from October p. 1880 claimed by said
plaintiff as due and unpaid upon certain
promIsory note e1ecnted by said Hunt and s;
for costs Of suit. and for Judgnent and decree
against all oil said defendants for the FORE
said s. A. and o. J. Hunt 70 said plaintifr to
secure said note. dated on said January ]
register OF deeds in ana for Lyon county.
Kansas, on December 8, 1880, in book n OF
mortgages, at page sz3 and for the sale OF the
described. to-wit; The south halfof the north
east quarter and the southeast quarter Of the
northwest quarter Of section twenty -one CID,
township nineteen d9). of range twelve tI9j.
and Ave (5l aoresof timber. being the same
ave 10 acres conveyed 70 II. 7. Snow by deed
dated January T. 1857. and recorded In book
II, page 875, In the ofiice of the register Of
deeds Of said Lyon county, and by said Snow
shown by deed recorded in book Of deeds,
page 55s of said registers ONCE, and By said
Waterbury and wife conveyed 70 L. D. ia
cobs, as shown In deed recorded in book Y.
page 56S OF said registers ollice, and the APP
plicatIon OF the proceeds thereof TO the pay
ment and satisfaction of said plaintiffs said
money claim and.costs OF sale. and debaEriDE
and f0reciosing said defendants and each OF
them OF and iron any and all right, title.
lien and interest In and 70 said real estate and
for all just and proper relief in the premises.
And you are further notified that sad district
court has duly appointed areceiyerI In said ac-
tlOn 70 TAXI charge Of said zeal STATE.
SCOTT LYNN,
WiSt3 - Attorneys for Plaintiff
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20
An Elsrans Enlersalnnsnt

Wednesday evening Of last week
the beausifnf new home of Mr.
and Mrs. T. g. Whitley. at the corner
of Sixth avenue and Union street, was
the scene Of delightful reception ex-
tended 10 the numerous friends of the
popular host and hostess. The party
embraced married and young people, n
pleasant combustion which always pro-
notes the enjoyment of both classes
The house, which is one Of the neatest
and most convenienI dwellings in the
city, is admirably adapted for purposes
of entertainment, and all Of the hand
some apartments bear the impress OF
the incest taste and thorough appre
citation OF the various accessories Of q
lovely home.
The pleasure OF the guests was en-
HANGED by the provision OF ex
ceIlent dancing music, and com
mOdious double room AFFORDED
ample space for three quadrilles. 4
notable feature of the happy occasion
was the handsome array of beautifd
toilets displayed by the ladies, many ol
whom appeared in elegant silks and sal
ms iastefnlly adorned with laees, flow
ers and jewels
At about 10 O'Clock fine collaiiol
embracing full variety of choice de
licacies was served by competent wal
ers. after which dancing was resume
which continued till afler midnigh
The charming character Of the eyenin
was in perfect harmony with an entel
tainmeHt which was grand success i
every particular.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20
AROUND TOWN.


Canvas awnings are having boom in
Emporia.
The platform at the Santa Fee depot
is undergoing needed repairs.
D. c. McMurtrie is overhauling the
water pipes at the Hotel Coolidge.
1t is expected that the Franciscan con.
vent will be completed by the first of
October.
The board of education is about max
ing a contract for a clock to be placed
in the school house tower.
A draft of the east or front elevation
of the prospective NJ. E. church is dis
played in the window of the City Book
Store.
Drain tile has been laid from the eel.
lar of the new school house to the Con-
gress street ravine. 1t has proved q
very satisfactory experiment.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20
Road Notice.

been presented to the board Of county COM
missioners Of Lyon county, Kansas, asking for
the location OF q county road, as follows, to-
wit: Commencing at the southeast cor
ner OF the northeast quarter OF section 10,
township 10, range 10; thence north ON the
section line az miles to the northeast corner
of section 4, township ID. range TO- 20 inter
sect the Alma and Americas road also to al
low parties interested to maintain gates.
And upon said proposed road the board ap-
pointed the following viewers. G. Debaun,
John K. Moys and Robert Wells, TO meet at
the beginning OF said road on the 3lst day of
Nav, A. D. 1881, at 10 O'Clock a. m, and in
conjunction with the county surveyor TO view,
locate and survey said road, and to give all
parties hearing, by order of the board.
10 % WIN. +. EWING, County Clerk.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

Pc. HalIberg went west Friday on
business
Captain s. B. Warren went 10 ciliea
go yesterday.
Mr.. and Mrs. G. N. Parker have rented
rooms over Bundrem's harness Store.
Mr.. J. b. HinkIe and family are once
more snugly fixed in their home on Con
stitution street
He. Speer, State superintendent Of
Public Instruction. was in the city
Wednesday on business relating 10 our
new school bonds.
Masses Florence and Beatrice Guer-
rier, daughters OF S. GuTritr, started
Thursday for Dies Meines, Iowa, where
they will spend the summer.
James H. Lynn, formerly of this
branch of the NJ. K. & T. road, called
at THE News Office Friday. His pres
ent headquarters are at st. Lonis.
Mrs. @. w. Frederick started yester-
day for Colorado 10 join her husband,
who is looking after the interests of the
Leva.a Coal s. Mining Company.
Professor Sogarl, of the State Normal,
went east on the Santa Fe Thursday
His destination is matter of interest
ing conjecture among his many friends
in this city.
Mr.. and Mrs. J. @. Bennett, who for
merly resided in this city viii shortly
remove from Wichita to Lawrence
where their son Peerle will take course
in the State University.
Rev. ]. G. Shoemaker started Fri
day for Tiffin, Ohio, to attend the Ma
tional Synod of the Reformed church
which will be held at that place, begin
ming on the 18th During his absenct
his pulpit win be occupied by DIR. Bar
nett.
Major @. Hood returned THURSDAY
from a trip TO Texas and the Indian Ter
ritory where he has been looking ate
his extensive cattle interests. He report
things in fine shape, and looks the bette
for having roughed it two or thre'
weeks.
i Kansas City journal: Mr.. Franz
Hills, formerly of the Cleveland Leader
is in the city visiting the family of hi
uncle, Col. Theo. s. Case. Mr. Hills i
q promising and brilliant young joul
nalist, and proposes to locate in Kansa
, City or in the neighborood.
George A. Ferdinand and his bride al
rived in this city Thursday, and hav
established themselves at the plcasan
residence of T. G. Whitley where the
have rented rooms. We welcome then
In behalf OF their many well-wishers,
, Emporia, and trust they may find in it
| permanent and happy home.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20
Road Notice.

Notice is hereby given that petition has
been presented to the Board OF County Com
miEsioners OF Lyon county, Kansas, ing
for the vacating and location OF - county road
rs follows, to-wit: Commencing at the south
east corner of section :. township II, range
10, thence north on the section line, as near as
practicable Except when certain stone fences
may be located on or near said section line,
when said road may all go ON the east side OF
said fences), to the northeast corner of section
2, township lG, range 10, and to vacate all
portions of q road In the west part OF section
%, and the east part OF section -. township l6,
range 10 not on the section line. And upon
said proposed road the Board appointed the
following viewers: Storey Sargent, Gibson
Sweet and VIM. Wayman, to meet at the be-
ginning of said road, on the second day OF
June, a. ID. 1881, at 10 O'Clock q. m, and in
conjunction with the County Surveyor, %
all parties O hearing. BY order OF the Board.
1880 WIN r EWING, County Clerk
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

B. +. Bartlett, architect, of the firm of
Bartlett Sc West, Des Moines, Iowa, who
drew the plans Of the new II. E. church,
has been in town for several days, max
ing some changes desired by the build
ing committee, and assisting at the let
ting, etc. The plans and specifications
are regarded as very satisfactory by the
committee, and Mr.. Bartlett has given
nearly week Of time in order to get
everything in the best and most satisfac-
tory shape. We believe Mr.. B. 70 be q
superior artist, and he has taken much
interest in the success Of this enterprise.
He believes the new building will re-
fleet credit on the community, as well as
upon the architect
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20
SheriFs Sale.

J. c. Saith vs. A. n. Hanna ct al. /:
Notice Is hereby given that b virtue Of an
order OF sale fssued ont Of the Fifth Jndiofai
District court or Lyon county kaasas. in the
ahoVe enfftled cause. and 20 me dlreete1f
win, On Monday, tie 50th day Of Hay, n. b.
ls8f. st 70 O'Clock q n. Ct he lrost door Of
the ceers house IN The city q EmEorIa, Lyon
lie ere9son, % thu highest bidder. for cash,
al t.1e flgnt. title and interest Of the said de-
fondsn4e jE and 70 tia following described
Teas estate, to-Wits Thirfy-six 80 acres Of
tie northeast quarter Of section ten t10l.
eoBnshsp ni1S5een IN, range eleven G1l;
comne1ezng e . point % rods west 81 tli8
noEtheast corner 9nd ppcn tbs north itne Of
aAld Hace5oE sen thence running west Sc
eO7es thence running Eqeth $50 Eodes th2Hce
Elnnlng eaet IS rods: thence running north
e1nnfy, EAHeass except that Por9f0n fhsfeof
Known ae lots Nos ;. II and 16tn Aanna's ad-
dltio1 % the e-tY Of EEapcria said property
se be sole - the property Of the said delend-
ants - satisfy SID order q esle
sheriff os Lyon county. Kaasas.
April 81 1854. Wits.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20
Road Notice.

Notice is hereby given that \ petition has
been presented 20 the Board of County Com
missioners OF Lyon county, Kansas asking
for the location OF county road, as follows,
ner Of section l6. township 81. range l8,
thence east on the section line. as near as
ton Is. township q, range IS. And upon said
proposed road the Boaru appointed the follow
and j. c. Cooley, to meet at the beginning
of said road on the ninth day of June, 4. D.s
1881. ut 10 O'Clock n m, and in conjunction
with the County Surveyor. to view. locate and
survey said road, and to give all parties q
hearing. By order of the Board.
1870 - wv. u. EWING, County CLERK.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20
ShegiTs Sale.

Notice IL hereby given that by virtue OF an
order Of sale issued out Of the fifth Judicial
state OF Kansas, In tie above entitled
cause and 20 me dlfee4ed ! viii, % Monday,
ne se.h Day g NY, a; y. ISL e q
hoase IN the city o. KmpoEie, L4yon ooasky,
Kansas, 6fer for sale aud sell ct public auc..
ton 70 The highest bidder FOR cash, All the
right title and interest Of The eaId defendants
IN and 70 the believing described real estate.
to.Wiss 4he undivided half o. let No. 81 and
sad Of lo1 8 and s., al On Mechanics street,
N the city q EnpoEts, Kansas. said property
% - sold as the property Of said defendants
- satisfy said order 81 sale. ,. B. HoOH,
Sheriff % Lyon county. Kansas.
April z1l161l. fE5ssss TYl1t5
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20
Road Notice

Notice is hereby gwen that a petition has
heen presented TO the Board Of County On.
missioneFs OF Lyon county, Kansas. asking
Tor the location OF a eoanty roal rs follows,
to-wit: Commencing at the northeast corner
of the southwest quarter OF section l3, town
ship Is. range 10. thence west one-half mile
to the northeast corner of the southeast quar-
ter OF section IL, township Is. range 10. thence
north ON section line, as near rs practicable,
one mile 10 the northeast corner OF the south
east quarter of section IL, township IS, range
TO- And upon said proposed road the Board
appointed the following viewers: J.. A .
Wood, John w 10y and William Morgan, to
meet at the beginning Of said road, on the
18th day OF June, A. ID. 1881 at 10 O'Clock n. +,
and in conjunction with the County Survey
or, TO view, locate and survey said road, and
to give all parties hearing. by order Of the
Board. VIZ =. EWING,
1920 County Clerk.
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were presen

At the recent meeting of the grand
commandery of Knights Templar at To
peka, the following grand officers were
selected for the ensuing year: Andrew
II. Callahan, Of Topeka. grand CON-
mAnder; Sylvester w. johnson, OF Otta-
wa deputy grand master; Samuel r.
Peters. Of Newton, grand generalissimo
James C. Greenawald. Of Atchison,
captain general; Rev. Jas. NJ DoheEty,
of Ottawa, prelate; Henry NJ. Wallets,
of Independence, senior warden; Jacob
Dewitt, Of Sallna, junior warden
Christian Beck, Of Leavenworth, treas
urer; John H. Bryant, OF Wyandotte,
recorder; D. H. Longdcn, Of Fort Scott.
standard-bearer; WI Cnrbett sword
bearer; s. w. Hunt, OF Lawrence, war
den; Robert Edwards. OF Topeka, sen:
tinei.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

Many persons take medicine for their
ailments and as soon as they feel better
they disregard all directions and stop
taking It. They Try it again and again,
and finally throw il aside rs worthless,
when. had it been persevered in from the
from the start, permanent cure would
have been effected Now in taking
Prickly Ash Bitters for all complaints
OF the stomach and bowels, remember
to give the medicine chance and don't
expect one or two doses TO cure you.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

James B. Gordon, of st. Louis, who is
interested with Mr.. Sigwald in the con-
tract for the erection of the new Meth
odist church, arrived in the city
Thursday to "!oOk the ground over" He
is well pleased with everything. These
gentlemen are now buildinga new Pres
byterian church at Aichison at cost of
$4,000. They are contractors of long
experience, and are gentlemen whose
character and responsibility are endorsed
as number one.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

Wilson County Citizen: Mrs. Rug
giles, wife Of the late r. IL. Ruggles, the
eminent Emporia lawyer, arrived in
Fredonia yesterday, but went over TO
Altoona to see her sister Mrs. Elmira
Brown. In 1854 Mrs. Ruggles taught
school in a rural district near EmpOria
in which the writer was enrolled as
scholar, and we wildly remember that
corporal punishment was in vogue.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

The union picnic Of Welsh Sunday
schools, held at SOden's grove Thursday,
passed of very pleasantly and was quite
well attended considering the unprom-
Using aspect of the weather In the morn.
ing. There were representatives from
most of the schools in and around EN-
poria. and a general good time proved
to be the order Of the day.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

Edward johnson, the colored man
whom Marshal johnson and B. F. Ro-
maine arrested last week for carrying
concealed weapons, had preliminary
hearing before Judge Culver, upon
the charge of making a deadly as
sault upon Mr.. Romaine. and was bound
over to district court in the sum of
$500. In default of bail he was remand
ed to the county jail.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

The Kansas wool growers association
will meet in Emporia on the first day Of
June. A large number of representa-
tives from different parts of the state are
expected and 1t will be big advertise
ment for Emporia and Lyon county.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

The Hotel Coolidge. with character
istic enterprise, has already reported q
birth within its walls, in the personnel a
fine girl baby, the especial pride and de
light of A. T. Jones, the steward of the
new house.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

An insane man by the name Of Thos.
Nelson who has been boarding aud lodg-
ing at the county jail for some time past
skipped out" few days ago, upon
learning that his case was to be- sub
mitted to court of inquiry.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

The local grain dealers are sgreeably
surprised at the amount Of wheat that is
coming into market. One buyer has
purchased about 1900 bushels within
the past Ten days.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

Hartford Call; We learn that the
ram last Friday assumed the character
of water-spOut at Mr.. Karn's place.
north of town. The water came down
in such torrents that it washed the soil
from the side of the hill on which the
house stands ss deep as plowed, also car.
rying down hog lot fence, together
with the hogs.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

The cast for the military drama of
THE Color Guard" which Is to be pro-
-duced in this city by the Emporia Rifles
on the evenings Of the 25th, 26sh, 9th
and 18th, has been nearly completed.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

At the annual meeting of the directors
of the EmporIa hotel company held at
the Coolidge Wednesday, May II, the
following directors were elected for the
ensuing year: d. w. Holderman, H.
Dunlap, John Watson, H. C. Whitley
and L. Severy. The new board has mol
yet organized.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

The literary entertainment at the
WEIGH Presbyterian church Thursday
evening was thoroughly enjoyable az
fair, and merits favorable notice. The
programme consisted of music and rec
ilations and essays. Among the latter
was weliprepared and comprehensive
history of the Sunday school from the
date of its Inauguration by Robert
Raikes, up TO the present time, by David
d. Jones. The entire affair was enter
tanning and instructive and proved an
occasion OF much interest to all who
were present
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20
Administrators Nntine

Notice Is hereby given that the undersigned
has been appointed ADMINISTRATIVE of the es-
tate OF Edward Evans, deceased, by the pro-
bate court OF Lyon county, Kansas; and that
she has given bond as such administrator
and quAlifled according to law
MARTHA EVANS,
Administrative OF the estate OF Edward Ey-
ans. deceased, wlstS
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shsrii OF Lyon County. Kansas.
Nay 9th. 1881. WIeia
Meeting Of the Board Of Equaliza-
tiOn.

Notice to the tax-payers OF Lyon county.
Kansas.
Yon and each Of you are hereby notified
Lyon county will meet at the county clerks
once in she city Of EmpoFia, on the 9Th day of
JnEe, 4. d. 1881, &C 10 O'Clock q m. rs .
board OF equalization. then and there 70 equal
tze the personal property assessment for tax
alton Is returned by the several assessors OF
Lyon county for the year 1881. 8.
VIZ. r. EWING,
dIt-w1stz County Clerk OF Lyon Co., Ks.
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A suecsasion OF Woe.

We learn from gentleman in this
city that on Monday Of last week w. N.
Cooley, shoemaker of Parsons, died
after very brief illness. On the sue.
ceediDg Sunday his only son, who was
present AT his fathers funeral, died very
suddenly, and within week his vile
was buried beside him, making three
deaths in one family within fortnight.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

W. A. Randolph filed his answer TO-
day in the libel case brought against
him some weeks ago by C. N. Sterry.
Il is said TO be mighty Interesting
raadinOn ~ - t--
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

An examination of all applicants for
positions in the city schools will be
held at the High school room on Com
mercial street, on the 18th inst
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

The county clerk has received his bi
ennial installment of 1.-THE Laws OF
Kansas" and parties entitled to copies
can obtain them by calling at his office.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

Messrs. N. E. and Elijah Weaver
caught 100 pounds of fish at Patty's
mill the other day, and il wasn't much
of day for angling, either.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20
+. Sherirs Sale.

8 J. McMahon VS. AN Hanna, ct al.
Notice is hereby given that by virtue OF an
order OF sale issued out Of the fifth judicial
district court Of Lyon county and state OF
Kansas, IN the above entitled cause and TO
me directed, will. on Monday, the 9Th day OF
June. A. ID. 1881, at 10 O'Clock q. m ], at the
front door q the court house In the city of
EmporIa, Lyon county. Kansas, offer for sale
and sell at public auction, % the highest bid
der for cash, all the right title and Interest OF
the said defendants A. n. Hanna, in and to the
following described real estate, to-WIt: The
west half Of the northwest quarter OF section
twenty t40), township twenty I'D, range
property TO be sold rs the property Of the said
defendant 70 satisfy said order Of sale.
shsria of Lyon Comfy. Kansss
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

A few pairs of California quail,
brought from the west by Eureka gen.
tleman, attracted much atieafion At the
Santa Fe depot Thursday.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

The Lyon County Teachers Institute
will be Lcl1 in the new s:hoOl building
in this city, commencing on the 11th of
July, and continuing four weeks.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

There is honor among cut-throats A
Nevada paper says it is mean to murder
man in the dark.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

The sheriff OF Greenwood county came
up from Eureka Thursday with three
prisoners destined for the penitentiary
at Leavenwortb.
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LegaI Notices.
Notice.

ENFoRIA, Kansas, April %. 1851.
Notice is hereby given that the following
described school lands. situated in Lyon
county, Kansas, will be offered for sale At
public auction. at my office in the court
house In Emporia, on Saturday, the 2Sth day
of May, A d. 1881 said sale to he open for
bids from 10 O'Clock a. m, until O'Clock y. m.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

George LOOmis sat up all night with
finger with which he attempted to fool
round the cog wheel of mower Sester-
daY.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

Moses Lewis, formerly with G. w
Bennett, Is now clcrkingGor d. w. Jones
a. 20
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

/ Billy ArliDgion's MINISTRIES have en-
gagged jays Hall for the evening Of the
3Oth. They are said 10 lie first class
troupe.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

The strawberry festival Is budding.
Get Your small change ready, bnys.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

Americas is the first TO announce a
celebration Of the 4ih Of July.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1881-05-20

Medicine Is being used with wonderful sue
cess. Pamphlets sent free to all Write for
them and get iull particulars Price Of Spe-
cinc, ~ per package, or six packages for IS
Address all orders 10
j ID. SIMPSON MEDICINE
Nos. 1o4 and log Main St Buffalo, N, Y.
For sale by W. II Sisler. Emporia. KaA.