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Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

It is expected there will be considerable
excitement this afternoon over the foot
race between A. Calder, who has been
stopping in town for some weeks, and
Marley Kittleman, Of Harper. for one
hundred dollars a side. We understand
that Kittleman's Harper friends are back
ing him heavily, and our sporting men
feel equally confident thatCalder will win.
It will be a close race no doubt, and there
will be a large crowd at the race track.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

The many friends of Mr.. and Mrs.A. G.
Smith will be surprised and panied to
learn of the death of their little daughter,
aged about one year. She will be remem-
bered as an unusually bright and winsome
child, and was the picture of health when
the parents left here. That much to be
dreaded disease, typhoid fever, seized up
on the little innocent, and death, with
his sombre wings, waited its spirit to that
blissful realm where reigns the King of all
Kings. who has said. suffer little, chill
rem TO come untome." Mrs.Smith has been
very i'll with the same disease, but is now
better, and as soon as she is able to travel
they Will start for their Barbour county
home.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

IL u sad commentary on the morals Of
some Of some Of the oitissns Of our town
when Sunday is chosen ~ day for horse
and foot racing. II certainly does not ia
vorably impress q stranger who thinks Of
removing his family here.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

There was quite an exciting race took
place on the driving track on Tuesday af-
tenoon, between A. Calder, ol Kansas City
and Fine EwinR's brown pony, the dis
lance being seventy-five yards and turn.
The horse turned the post nearly as quick
"a the man, and came out twenty feet
ahead on the home stretch. There was
not much money changed hands, as but
few had ever seen race Of that kind.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

John Castine. 4 former Elm Creeker,
writes rs to forward the INDEX 10 HIM at
Elixer. Boone county. Arkansaw. ELK.
eri" we'll guarantee that is near the IA
mousibrandy spring. Say, send us MP a
demi-Iohn.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

From present indications, 1t would seem
that we are doomed to do without ice the
coming summer-a commodity that would
indeed be difficult TO get along Ivithout.
N. B. We may be called upon 10 correct
this item before Aprin0.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

We are informed that the Presbyterian
denomination are making Arrangements
making Arrangements 10 build house Of
worship in the spring. II will be a frame
structure. but the exact location has not
yet been decided upon.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Last Saturday seemed to be a gala.day
in our city. In the forenoon, Nate Priest
and Il. NJ. Holcomb had some hard words
and finally come to blows. Priest took
the latter by the neck and held him to the
ground. There was no blood drawn, but
for this little amusement(3) Nate was
compelled to pay into the city treasury,
one dollar and costs, amounting to six
dollars and a half. He complained that
ne did not get value received. In the af-
ternoon, Dick Lee and Nate Priest had an
alteration. which resulted in the discol-
grafton Of Dicks left optic and the raising
OF a carbuncle on his cheek. Dick claims
it was a one sided affair, and that it is yet
to be determined who is the best man
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Attention iS called to the advertisement
OF the sale Of short horns at Wellington, ON
Saturday, December Ord. 1881. There is
some fine blOOded stock TO be dispo sod Of
on that day. and our stock men will do
we'll 10 attend the sale.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

J. L. Keller, of Sun City, has sold his
cattle and ranch to Dennis & Perry, re-
Gently from Missouri. To show the profits
Of cattle raising we will Just state that last
year Mr.. Keller bought SO Texas cows,
paying therefor &12 per head. Week be-
fore last he sold those same COWS for the
snug sum of twenty-five hundred and
eiRhty-6ve dollars. These COWS had "a
calves which he sold at $40 per head
making a clear profit on those Texas COWS
Of one thousand four-hundred and ninety
nine dollars in one year. In what bust
ness could this gentleman invested that
amount Of money with better returns2
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Cal. orner has been laying in a very
large and nicely selected stock of fancy
and holiday goods, which he is disposing
OF at low figures. BE has also added a
new show case of hansome design. Call
and Gee him.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

On last Saturday morning. Allen Jen-
nines started for Odessa. No, having sold
out 10 the wellington cattle compa-
NJ. Allen 10 one Of the best young men Of
our acquaintance. and Odessa will gain BY
Barbour oounty's los. The INDEX fol
loHa. Of oonran.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Prof. Mulkey informs rs that the Scien-
the and Normal Institute is progressing
hnely. There is now an enrolment Of
fOrtythree scholars, aud BY January Il
vail reach City. The Professor is laborine
aihyently, and We are pleased 10 know
that success IL browning his eGorta.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Jas. Boutwell, painted the INDEX new
sign last week, and the bottle, from which
flowed n constant stream Of ''Jersey hight
ming" has been broken. There is moth
ing gaudy about our new sign, but it is
plain.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

The American Young Folks, is a jour
nal for the amusement and instruction of
the boys and girls. 1t is published at
Topeka, Kansas, by Lon Rshore & Smith.
at the low price of50 cents per year, or
taken in connection with the INDEX 81 80
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

E. Fl. Jack :; from Lawrence Kansas
brother Of T. G. Jack arrived here last
week and will make his home with his
brother this winter. He is very COM
panionable gentleman and Is one of the
" boys"
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Now is the accepted tune 10 procure
cheap reading for the winter. We are
making these liberal clubbing offers for
many reasons, the principal ones being.
that We desire 10 accommodate our read
ers, and we want 10 make it an object for
them 10 settle up their old scores and pay
one year in advance. Now this offer will
not hold good very long, and the best
thing for you 10 do, is TO call at once.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

WIS. Sparks End family have removed
from Elm Greek 10 this cltv. and are occu-
Tying Mrs. Long'siresidence in the ex
treme southern portion Of the city. We
extend them a hearty welcome.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

The Pratt County Press says that AL.
Mcmillan was married TO q young lady
named Mary Combs. at Haynesville, on
the 18th Of November. The Press speaks
very highly Of the young lady. AL, Is a
iovlal young man, and the best wish that
We can extend him is complete happiness.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

M. M. Greever, brother Of ID. A., in
tends TO remain at the Lodge this winter
and attend school. The fame Of Medicine
Lodge, from an educational point Of view,
il rapidly extending in all directions.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

II. NJ. Holcomb called last Friday and
stated most emphatically that his son
Homer and Wagner did not have a fight.
as was stated in the index; and If such
had been the case, Homer would not have
come out second best. We had our au-
thority for the statement from what we
considered reliable source, but it is an
easy matter to be mistaken. therefore we
think this correction is due the gentleman.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01
BUSINESS TALK
Here men Of business speak,
ana something new tell every wee
For Sale.

The undersigned have for sale
10 head OF mixed cattle, consist.
ing of about 40 and 4 year old
steers, 40 cows, 40 2 year old
helters and steers, 30 year old
helfers and steers. Cattle are in
good condition. Camps on Little
Sandy, east of Ceader Hills.
Z6-u V. S. JONES & Co.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

The many friends Of DIR. Kessler and
wife were pleased TO welcome themback to
the Lodge after an absence Of two months
The are looking hearty, and their visit to
York Slate evidently did them good.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

SIS. kaufman, from Rolla, Missouri,
brother Of Ben. Kaufman, of this place.
was in town Sunday and Monday Of this
week, Mr.. K. is an fNDEx subscriber,
and Of course dropped in to see us. He is
gentleman whose acquaintance IL Is q
pleasure to make. he is ticket agent for
the Frisco line. at Rolla, and has been in
the employ Of the company sir years.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Some one exchanged hats with Us at the
Crystal Wedding on Tuesday evening.
We would have said nothing about the
matter, bat the other fellow got the best
Of the bargain.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Attention is called. 10 the advertisement
Of Godey's Ladys Book in this impression.
This is without doubt one Of the best
magazines for the ladies, published in the
Unitsd States.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

We still want wood on subscription.
We mention this for fear our friends might
think that we have a large supply on
hand.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Ez. Iliff has moved the old frame build
ing. which he recently purchased Of Mrs.
O. W. Steele, TO the rear Of the livery sta
bic, and will hereafter use IL for n Qranary.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

The ladies OF Medicine Lodge and vicin-
ity are respectfully invited 10 call and eI-
anime our new and beautiful styles Of Wis
ting cards.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

DR.. Bunny. from FredOnia, Wilson Co.,
brother OF Mrs. w. w. Standiford. is here
visiting. he talks Of buying 4 ranch and
engaging In the stock business.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Miss Tina V,ckers, from Niles, Mich,
il visiting the families Of Sam. DEM and
w. L. Murdoch, 10 whom she IL related.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

The cattle brand Of Mort.StronR appears
In this issue. There are more cattle men
in this vicinity who should have their
brands inserted in the INDEX.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

John Nelson has purchased some lots
Just east Of Geo. 0rner's new dwelling.
and will soon commence the erection Of a
house.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Sam DEM, writing from Arkansaw,
says IL rains constantly there and the mud
il hub deep on the level.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Johnny Court was fined FIVE doll ars and
costs-amounting TO about eight dollars-
one day last week for shooting of his re-
volyer within the city limits. Rather dear
sport, eh ? Johnny?
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

The Ladies Mite Society at Mrs. ]. w
McNeal's residence cd Friday evening,
Dec. 2nd Every one cordially invited.
EMMA TAYLOR, Sec.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Capt. Pndee has sold bis cattle 10
gentle by the name Of Schiller.
Marion Thompson was relieved of $50
last Tuesday, having waRered that sum on
a race between his son and Fine Ewlng's
pony.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

o. @. Weeden called this week and
says that our informant was mistaken
about his dosing sfty sheep. The num-
her WA lwenkv-four.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

We are informed that Vernon Lyle will
work for Fine Ewing, On Drftwood the
coming winter. His wife, nee Miss May
Shepler, will remain with him.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Dick Carter had black saddle horse
stray away from him, and offers liberal
reward for his retum. Bee particulars in
another column.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Mrs. w. w. Standiiord returned from
her eastern visit last week.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Tom. knight came in last week and told
rs that he wanted some INDEx in his'n.
CJrrest. old man.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Ambrose Allen, the boss timer" is
busily engaged in putting the tin roofing
on Hess new building.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Kirby Smith Is clerkiug in drug store
in Medicine Lodge and jeff Davis is up
for stealing in TopekA.-tAnthony Jour
nal.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

We nave made iran gements with the
L :, 4 CADit.l poblishing company, to
sinD me weekly with the INDEX for The
low price OF OF two dollars per year. cash
IN advance The Capital IL An eight
pase, forty-eight column paper, and "a
hlled with news pertaining to the State Of
kanaA', m particular. and the whole world
in general.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

"a. d. Pear'on, holding cattle on the
seoioine'ealled lastSaturday and enrolled
ms name among the upright. sHll they
come by tvos andIby!threes. We conf
IDENTIFY s1pect-and not without good rea-
,oE-to increase our circulation two hun
ored IN tins county during this month.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Ez. Ihfr came very near breaking one
OF his legs the other day while engaged in
moving his building.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01
Found.

On Main Street, a bed comfort
and over coat. The owner car
have them by proving property,
and paying for this notice. 26
For Sale.
The undersigned has for sale, at
his residence, four miles north of
Bross postoffice, Kingman coun-
ty, seventy-five head of cows and
two yearlings, also sixteen calves.
L wish to dispose of these at once.
as desire to engage in the sheep
business. Call on or address
JOHN TURNER,
70 Bross, Kas.
Oliver and Kaufman will be
in the burst building, now occu-
pied by Hess, the 9Th of next
month. Ok
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Henry Bhckhahn was able 10 crawl
down town on TuesdAy-the 6rst time in
two weeks.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Mr.. Rogers was over from Wichita this
week.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

Mrs. II. NJ. Davis was very III last week.
but Is now slowly recovering.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

| new FURNITURE! new furOl
ture!! New Furniture!!! At
Young's.
Bird cages of all kinds al
sheldon's.
The BEST Tea in town at she
don's, for go cents per ID.
TAKEN UP.
By Dean brothers, at the head
oil Little Mule Creek, two large
horses fifteen hands high, branded
with a box. Owner can have
them by proving property and
paying for this notice. IL
IMMENSE IMMENSE
IMMENSEi
Is no name for the stock of goods
that Standiford, Youman & Co.
now have on their shelves. We
have anything and everything a
man woman or child may need,
SEWING MACHINES.
w. d. VanSlyke, at the Post
Office, sells the Singer Sewing
Machine = best in the market.
Also keeps all kinds of machine
repairs on hand.
-Nobby stock of Boots and
shoes at Stamford, Youman q
Co. 40 If
Buy your starch at sheldons
100 Different styles OF
Prints at S. Y & Co.'S. 9
Don't fail to 60 to Sheldons
and learn his prices before you
buy. AS he buys for cash and
cant be undersold
Lots of new goods arriving at
Lebrecht's. Is
The Denver saddles at STAN
diford, Youman & Co.. 40 If
"A new and fine stock of Boots
and Shoes at Lebrecht's. Al
"A good line of solid gold and
rolled plate goods at sheldon's.
Cheap carpets of all kinds at
Young's. 81
Ladies, 60 to sheldon's for
Hosiery.
--Tinware, CHEAPER than ever
known before, at Sheldon's. 3
Heavy shifting at 10cts per
yard at Sheldon's. 81
Furniture polish at Shell
don's. n3 v3
Perforated board of all colors
at sheldon's.
Genuine Otter Hats at STAN
diford, Youman & Co., Price
$500. 3Stf
- Standiford & Youman sell
wood Tag tobacco at 80 cents
per pound. z
A full line of Clothing, the lar
gest aud best ever received in
this city, now offered by Stan di-
ford Youmans d Co. no12t
Genuine Mexican Sombrero
hats at Standiford, Youman & Co.,
Price, $500. 3S-tt
FUN FOR THE BOYS TO
LIFTS HALL.
Money will make the balls roll
till the fools are all dead. Bill
lizards and pin-pool, Jenny Lind or
pigeon-hole, fifteen ball or poket
pool, with none of the objectional
features of a saloon. For a quiet
social hour, 60 to lifts hall,
30 If Z. w. ILIFF.
The Celebrated Horse Shoe
brand Flour. for sale at Standi-
ford, Youmans & Co. II
We have now on hand the
BEST variety of California Sad
dies ever offered in Medicine
Lodge. We will sell at tina Low
ESD LIVING HRICEs. 2-8
"A nice stock of Hats just re-
caived at Lebrecht's. Al
All clothing at cost at Shell
don's
-Standiford, Youman & Co.
have opened bank, in connec-
ton with their store, for the pur-
pose of doing a genesal banking
business. Z
Standiford, Youman & Co.
now have on hand an i'm
mense stock of Ready Made
Clothing, of the latest styles. Go
and see. 3Sti
New invoice of glassware at
Sheldon's. IS
Yarns from 60 cts. up at Shell
dons's, IS
Examine s.!Geppert's spring
wagons. 17-w3
You can get BAKERS yeast 1T
-. q. Bakery IA
"A full and complete stock of
queensware at Sheldon's. Is
WANTED a good Jeweler at
Sheldons.
The LARGEST stock of Cook
and Heating Stoves in Western
Kans., at Geppert's. 17-w3
Prints at Sheldons, only z cts
per yard.
"A FcLL line of Fancy Grocer
les and Confectionery lust re-
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01
WAVERLY MAGAZINE.
BOSTON. MACE

This popular periodical has slxtcen
large pages size ii by Is inches--sef In
small type, and contains double the
reading Of any other weekly Iiterarv
paper In the country. 1t will contaiu
no advert isements. bnt be lied with
Stories. Music. Poetry, Anecdotes.
Enigsms &c. IL is the cheapest ami
best family paper In America Terms.
one year. "a 90 six months. s201 thraa
months. 81 90. Sixteen back numbers.
al different, will be sent post paid. tg
any address for one dolla-. TRY Re n
only for three months. a new yoluma
goes to press early in December.
address MOSES A. DOW.
Lock box La B.,sI.,n. Al
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

were oruereo before me for ex-
animation on or before Nov. 30
1881, will be examined by me ON
Dec. 2 or 3, as l shall return ON
the LIST of Dec. All others who
are interested will take notice.
25-tf S. M. KEssLER, M. D.
Corn, at Turkey creek Mills, e5 cents
per bushel. 81
Strayed.
From Medicine Lodge, a bout Nov
LIST, black saddle horse, without
brands. Heavy main and tai,
and weathers SCARED. A liberal
reward will be paid for his return.
zo-zw DICK CARTER.
New Books New BooksiI
at the Post Office. W.D. Van.
Slyke has just Received a new &
choice lot of the latest books and
novels, whice he proposes to sell,
very cheap. Also chromos, no
Aons, etc., etc. "a
You will save money to buy
your Groceries at Hess III
= A full Line of Canned Goods at
S. & Y's,
REDUCTION ON FLOUR
Having large quantity of flour on
hand, for the next thirty DAYS we will
make reduction of % cents per hum
dred to cattle men and ranch men.
Il JOHNSON q STILES Bios.
Don't fail to call on Sheldon
and examine his NEW stock of
boots and shoes IL
For sale-A good residence
conveniently situated. Price
1910. Enquire offs. ]. Shepler.
Sauer Kraut, sauer krant, sauer
kraut at o. Z. Bakery. %
Sweet cider-best in the mar.
ket, at Central Grocery. 20
- Ask for Graham Bread at o. K.
Bakery.
Uo 10 - d BAKERY for fresh
Ii you want good lunch and
hot coffee go too K Bakery
Scrip wanted from EVERYDAY.
Apply to r. A Ward ; going at so
cents on the dollar cash. 19-4t
Sheldon has bought a large
and excellent stock ofladies coats
ana dolmans, which will arrive in
a few days. Is
Sheet IRON and tinware made
frem the best material, at Gep.
perts, 17-w3
300 pounds of Fresh Can
dy-dlrect from the manufacture
ers-just received at the Central
IF you want a beautiful toilet
set, 60 to geppert's. 17-w3
Best Staple and Fancy Gro
ceries at the Central store. Is
The Denver Leggings a
Standiford, Youman & Co. 40 If
Ladies, call and see the new
stock of prints at Standiford d
Youman's.
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LOCAL NEWS ITEMS.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

THURSDAY. DEC. 1 1881.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

A good team of mares, and wag-
on, a new set of harness, ON rea-
enable terms. Enquire at this
Office. Is
Sheet iron, camp, cook and
heating stoves, at Geppcrt's. 17.3
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

"A fine Pelobet, Peltoh & CO.
Organ, for sale at Young's Furni-
ture Room. Parties wishing to
purchase, will save money by Civ
ing me a call. YoUNG& Co.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01

New stock of Prints at shell
don's.
New Furniturel New Furni.
turel! New Furniture!!! At
Young's.
Bird cages of all kinds at
sheldon's.
The BEST Tea in town at shell
don's, for go cents per Id.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1881-12-01
New Books ! New Booksil

at the Post Office. W.D. Van.
oiyke has just Received a new &
choice lot of the latest books and
novels, whice he proposes to sell,
very cheap. Also chromos. no
tons, etc., etc. "a