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The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-05-26

MAN has not only captured the lightning,
and made them obey his will and brought
air and wst,r into subserviency as useiu
servsn.s, but thu heat of the Gun is now
being utilized for the household service Of
man even. From the Saint Louis Post> Dis
patch we copy the following interesting data
ofthis utilization Of the suns heat: dur
ing the last Paris exposition machine to
concentrate the rays Of the sun for heating,
cooking and distiling purposes, invented by
NJ. Moushet, created quite a sensation. A
so-called aun-ki.chen was in full operation,
IN which, with tho aid Of largo burning.
glass, roast beef, beef steak, etc., were pre-.
pared and sold to the visitors. Not long ago
ths French government in Algiers caused
extensive experiments to be made with NJ.
Mouche!s invention, which were attended
With very favorable results. An apparatus
has been constructed, the burning.
glass OF which measures forty-,wo square
feet of rejecting surface. The sun.
Gays concentrated by this glass brought nine
gallons Of water contsined in a copper kettle
70 the boiling point in eighty minutes, and in
ninety minutes produced eight atmosphere.
Of steam pressure. Even during winter elk
gallons Of wine were run through 4 dis,ill.
Ing apparatus In forty-ave minutes. With
ths old Of this new motive power a pump
could be kept 10 motion which lifted 800 cal.
Ions Of water one metro high, and a. tho
sAme time threw stream for irriga.ing pur.
poses twelve metres high. Tho machine wa,
kept Ia operation from In The morning until
I In the afternoon without being percep.ibly
affected BY prevailing winds or passing
clouds This extraordinary success has In.
ducsd French capitalists 10 organize q COM
pAny for the manufacture Of tho Mouche.
machine and Il 10 their intention 10 introduce
h In southern countries, especially Africa,
whore fuel is scarce. Their capital consists
Of LEGO. 900 franks. The machine performs
excellent service for irrisasing and dIs,llllng
urposes."
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-05-26

An oc.ogensrisn Of Reading, Pa, named
Daniel Gehris, Was insured on his death -bed
for s. 600 by some spectators Of that region
and passed away within five hours thereafter
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-05-26
INDICATIONS.

Easterly TO southeriy toinds, generally far
soeather, sight rise ia temperature and Sigh
Shanges IN pressure.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-05-26

An influential position In tho New York
legislature ought to command considerable
money this week. II would, under like cir.
Gu instances In Pennsylvania.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-05-26

I
| orp!ece work, also 50 quarrymsn.at 81. 80 pei
day todriller on the Brazos bridge on G. C
S.F railroad. p. j. Loonie, contractor,
Morgan, Bosque Co., Tex.
hs"NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS - Having
completed the first section of twenty five miles
of the East Texas Railway, sealed proposals.
Will be received at this Office until Tuesday,
May 3lst, 1881, for clearing, grubbing, grading
and timbsr work for the next seventy five
miles.
Proposals will be received for sections of
five miles or for the whole work.
Plans and profits can be Seen at ih.s Office.
and Specifications had on application.
successful bidders will la required TO civ, y
bond of Indemnity against all claims on III cir
work.
Work must he promptly commenced upon
the award, and vigorously pushed The RICH
TO reject any AID all bids Is reserved.
For information apply to Judge j. F.. Gre, by
President East Texas Railway, II uston
Texas; I. w. House, Banker, Houston, Texas
or to tho undersigned on the work,
X. II. COUSINS, ChierEnsineer.
Beaumont, lex, May2, 1881.
~ ICE! ICE ICE Ion and alter Mon
uay. Nav ID I will uoii,a. l,a A., 4,
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-05-26

Tomorrow and nsxt day, according to
Professor Ii &C, will be clear and fair 1t is
70 be hoped that the old gentleman has got il
down fne
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-05-26
SPECIAL NOTICES.


hf'SEWlNd MAGAZINE GOODS.-Ali kinds
of Sewing Machine needles and parts at lowest
wholesale price. Send for price list and save
charges by getting goods at home
OTIS, SMITH Il CO.,
mt ~ Main street, Houston Texas
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-05-26

~ ICE! ICE ICE Ion and alter Mon.
day, May I'd, will deliver Ice In any par, of
the city as cheap as the cheapest. Il. d. Hager.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14
Report.

Report.
The Allen county Teachers Associa-
ton met in lola, Jan. 8, 1881.
According to the programme, the
forenoon was devoted to social and
reunion.
AFTERNOON SESSION.
Society called to order by the Presi-
dent.
The music was conducted by Prof. A.
c. Scott, who also read an excellent
paper on English Literature in Com
mon Schools. How can this study be
beneficial to young folks ?" This sub
ject was discussed by several other
members. Prof. Ford read a paper on
1.-THE Graduating System in Country
Schools" This subject was also discuss
ed by members of the association.
"Method of Presenting the Least
Common Multiple and Greretest Com
mon Divisor to a Class of Beginners"
Prof. Hsnes. Although the Professor
did not seem to like the subject yet
there were those present apparently
in the subject and different
plans were brought out and also the
times for using them.
The society adjourned to meet at
Feb. 5th, 1881.
KATE THRASHER, Sec.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14
District Court.

At the adjourned term of the Dis
trict Court held in the Court House in
lola, last week, the following cases
were disposed Of:
L. L. Northrup vs.. Josiah Hoagland
Dismissed at Plaintiffs cost.
Matthew McKinsley vs.. Mary A.
Scott ct al. Continued.
Bernard Boeken vs.. John Alderman
Found for Plaintiff; appealed to
Supreme Court.
Jas. McManus VS.. Maggie p. O'Brien
Continued by agreement.
l.. L. Northrup vs.. Munsert & Nun.
sert-Sale confirmed and deed ordered
Reuben H. Knight-Application fol-
admission to the Bar. Admitted and
sworn in.
John Genteges VS.. A. S. Chase-Or-
der of re-appraisement.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14
A Card.

Notice is hereby given that VIM. A.
Scott has become y partner in the drug
business heretofore conducted by the
undersigned.
The new management dates from
Jan LIST, and the concern will hereafter
be known under the name and style OF
Scott & Son. With larger means and
increased facilities for doing business,
we propose to keep, in all respects, a
first-class drug store.
Profoundly thankful for the liberal
patronage heretofore enjoyed, we hope
BY continuing the same strict atten-
ton to business, fair and squire dealing,
to achieve even greater success in the
future.
The undersigned will, as heretofore,
give his undivided attention to the bus
mess, especially ia the department of
drugs and medicines. proper.
JNo- W. SCOTT, NJ. D.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14
Notes From District 6I.

We rise to explain-the reasons o.
our appearance in print, which are as
follows: The growing dimensions Of
our town in every respect, morally in.
tellectually, socially and financially,
The fact of our having a new district
and new school house, with school
successfully started. The increased
family cares that have fallen to the lot
of II. X. L" that may prevent him
from collecting items as extensively as
of ycre. We offer these reasons in ex-
PLANTATION of our appearance in so con-
spicuous place as the columns of the
REGISTER.
We have lyceum just commenced,
with every prospect of success. The
first regular meeting took place on
Tuesday evening, Mr.. Baker presiding,
Mr.. Smith being vice-president, and
Miss Baker, secretary. The programme
of business was: A. r. Potter, decla-
nation; Miss Baker, reading, and T..
Guillim, reading. The question for de-
bate was one familiar to most district
lyceums, viz: Resolved, "That Co
lumbus deserved more credit for discov-
ering America than Washington did
for defending it." The speakers were,
affirmative: A. R. Potter, T. Guillim
and E. w. Southwick. Negative: J.
w. Edwards, G. Meredith, P. J. Nc
Glashan and C. w. Smith. Decision
given in the affirmative.
In the audience we noticed several of
the prominent citizens from neigh, Dr.
ing districts, among them our old
friend II. K. L." go well known to the
readers of the REGISTER, to whom we
offer our-well, what is it ?-congratu-
late, condole, condole, congratulate.
The terms appear to US to be synony-
NOUS, 80 we let it drop.
Some trouble is being caused by land
leaguers in district 81, who are taking
it upon themselves to dictate the law
to the citizens Of the neighborhood. We
are not enough of lawyer to express
an opinion on the case, but would mere
ly ask to be informed from what source
does band of private individuals get
power to sell claims and locate persons
thereon? If the railroad has no title to
the land the leaguers have certainly
mono. SPECTATOR.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14
Usage Notes.

Usage Notes.
January IL, 1881.
Success to the new REGISTER.
Mrs. Bray is improving slowly in care
of DR.. Boulson, of lola.
Much joy to II. X. L." It's wonder
we heard from him last week.
The cold weather has frozen the
prayer meeting at Nilwood.
If each friend of the REGISTER would
hand copy or two to neighbor who
doesn't take it, the result would surely
prove well.
There is not one literary society in
our township.
Mrs. Cfamp is negotiating for the old
House farm, now owned by G. Booth.
There seems to be general senti-
ment growing in favor Of dancing as
THE proper amusement.
Beatty Bros. are securing the coun-
try in search of fat cattle and corn.
Mr.. Allen, of Montevale, emigrated
last week, headed for Missouri.
Mr.. Fehleison is fencing some by
way of improvement. Bray and young
also are preparing tofence pastures.
The barren walls of the school room
at Montevale have been slightly re-
freshed with evergreens, notices, etc.
A blacksmith at Wilsonville would
be a welcome addition to that part of
our township. Requa has shop ready
furnished, and would give good smith
a splendid chance.
Several parties in South Usage and
Marmaton have suddenly taket q no
ton to dig wells.
Rev. johnson preached at Montevale
and Nilwood last Sabbath.
For the prevailing state of weather
in this section, see Prof. Tce for Janu-
ary. He hits it exactly.
A singing school newly organized by
Mr.. Carson is one of the attractions Of
North Usage.
W.T.. Young has changed his bed
and board, and Is now resident Of
MOntevale.
Mr.. Stout, Of Montevale, is the happy
man this week, and all because Of that
girl which arrived just in time to be
called New Years present, r.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14

DR.. Albright, the old reliable chiro-
podist, is making his semi-annual visit
in our town, operating on the numerous
bunions, ingrown nails, corns, etc. He
goes from here to Humboldt, we under
stand.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14
Teachers Meeting.


Programme of the Allen County
Teachers Association to be held at
Humbolt February 5, 1881:
1:2O-1:3O.-Music.
1:3O-2:OO.-Paper, Quincy methods.
What has given them so great popu-
larity? o. P. Hedge. Discussion
J. c. Gordon, A. H. Newton, G. De
Witt.
2:OO-2:30.-Truancy in the public
schools, its cause and cure, G. B.
WEIGH. Discussion: Miss Libbie
Ray, Mrs. H. B. Adams and J. w.
Tullis.
2:30-2:45.-Select reading, G. w.
Hoss, L. L. D.
2:45-S:l5.-Paper, Gems of literature
in our public schools, A. G. Scott. Dis
cussion: P. H. Clarke, Miss Ellen
Bartlett, Miss Ella Ramsey, J. e.
Hamm.
3:15-3:45.-Method of teaching Ian
guage lessons, G. w. Hoss, L. l.. D.,
of Topeka, Kansas. Criticism of
methods by the association.
5.-Miscellaneous.
In the evening G. w. Hoss, L. L.
D., will deliver lecture upon some
live topics of the day. All would do
we'll to hear him. The subject of the
lecture will be announced in week or
two.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14

A part of the programme of exercises
as published for the Literary this
evening will be dispensed with, and
in it's stead will be lecture by Prof.
R. B. Whitaker, subject "Independ-
ence and Dependence"
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14

J. w. Cox. of Elsmore, Representa-
tive for the Southern District in this
county, was in our town last Friday
and Friday night. He and R. b. Ste
venson, Representative for this Dis
trict went up to Topeka last Saturday.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14

The case of james Ard vs. The
Board of County Commissioners, an
application for an order restraining
the Commissioners from issuing. rail-
road bonds fo- Elsmore township till
the legality Of the bond election in said
township is tested in the Courts, was
heard bv Judge Talcott at Chambers
last week. The case was ably argued
by the attorneys OIL both sides, Messrs.
Hutchings and Richards in behalf of
those applying for the restraing order
and Messrs. GoOdin and Keplinger
opposed. The Judge took the case
under advisement and will give his
decision to-day.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14
Township Convention.

The Republicans Of lola township
will meet in mass convention at the
court house, Saturday after noon at
o'clock, January I'D, to nominate can
didates for the following township
officers, to be elected next month:
One trustee, a clerk, treasurer, two
constables aud one road overseer for
each road district, and also one justice
Of the peace to fill vacancy.
81. A. PERKINS, Chr'n. Com.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14

January IL, 1881.
Particularly dry and good roads for
January.
These dry winters are especially fine
for feeding corn fodder and hay on the
ground.
five were at all superstitious we
might feel alarmed at such great
cracks, as at present check the face Of
mother earth.
Many were disappointed because our
school report failed to appear last
week. For one we expected at least
an explanation, but again came to
grief. Surprising, however, that our
new editor has his hands full at first,
we pass, looking for said report in this
issue.
Our two churches, Presbyterian and
Congregational, mot Congressional
held union, evening services last week.
The academy building was used the
fore part of the week, and the stone
church during the latter part. Fair
audiences assembled, inclement as the
weather was, but we learn of no spec
ial interest.
Ed. DOOlittle finds that the well on
his lots, dug by c. Cotton years ago
and supposed to be failure, affords
plenty of water for home use. This is
a good finding these water famine
times. NOBODY.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14

There viii be a public examination
of teachers for Allen county, Kansas,
at the school house in lola, commenc-
ing at 8 LIZ o'clock, a. m. on each of the
following named days: Saturday, Jan.
Goth, Saturday, March 5th, and Satur-
day, April ID, 1881. FRANK Roof,
Supt- Pub. Inst.
lola, Jan. IL, 1881. 4-2w
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14
Special Correspondence.
FAIRLAwN. Jan. IL. 1876

FAIR LAWN, Jan. IL, 1881.
The school house in the English set
Element is finished and school COM
menced yesterday. They have named
it Pleasant Prairie.
Mat. Vester is visiting Mr.. Clothier
from Arkansas City, Kansas.
Will Clothier has returned to Fort
Scott.
Two land leaguers named Davis and
Edmanson built a house on Paske's
land last week. We thought the land
league claimed to be fighting the rail-
road company and not private citizens.
Miss Loda Strong was taken serious
ly ill while returning from town last
Saturday. She is now reported better
and will commence her school to-mOr-
row.
A large sum of money is being raised
by subscription for the purpose of de-
Tending VIM. Paske in the test case
between him and the land league.
Rev. Carwardine breaches here next
Sunday. Rev. Holden preached here
last Sunday.
Squire Jackson has rented J. Mead's
farm for the ensuing year at two dol
lars per acre.
We would rather have our Usage
correspondent tell US about the shoot
ing matches before they came of, in
order that we might attend them. Per-
laps he knows that We can furnish q
man in Fair Lawn that can beat any 2
scores made by any Osager either with
rifle, shot gun or revolver.
Oyster supper at Ezra Rhoade's last
week.
We are sorry that the members at the
shooting match at Savonburg got drunk
Willis Gorrell will build him house
on his 80 acres this month. There will
also be quiet little wedding at Nc
Naught's soon. I. x. L.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14
Church Notice.

With Two good sized coal stoves al
ready put up in the Baptist church it
is believed that we can give the public
a xdrn welcome even in this cold
weather. Serv ices next Sunday in the
morning only. Sunday school at 8
2. m. r. G. Corey, Pastor.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14

Those who are SO fortunate as to be
able to attend the dance next Wednes-
day night, will have very enjoyable
time. Good music and excellent order
will be furnished and maintained, and
those who are at the head will see that
everything is properly conducted, to
make it the finest affair of the season.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14

We neglected last week to note the
fact that when Goldsmith was taken
from before Squire Christy, on writ
of habeas corpus before Judge Talcott,
that the Judge sustained the ruling of
the lower court and remanded the
prisoner to its custody.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14

The new Board of County Commits
sioners met last Monday, when Squire
Lieurance filed with the County
Clerk his resignationof the Office of JUS
tice of the Peace for Usage Township,
and entered upon his duties as County
Commissioner. The Board organized
by electing A. J. McCarley, chairman,
and after allowing few accounts and
transacting some other business, adj
journed.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14

The Kansas Map Publishing Com
pany have received part of their work
and are now delivering the maps to
their patrons in the northern part of the
county, and will finish their delivery in
few days. They request parties who
are subscribers to be prepared to pay
for the map and if they are going to
be absent, to leave the money with
their families, SO then there will be no
delay. The boys have another county
and wish to get through
with their work here as soon as possible.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14

The preliminary steps for the organi-
zation of Foundry and Machine Shops
Company, were perfected last Wednes-
day night A board of directors were
elected and charter secured. The en-
terprise is pow fixed fact; it is bound
togo. BS next week We hope to be
able tSgive complete statement in re-
gard to this enterprise.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14
Letter List.

List of letters remaining in the post
Office at lola, Kansas, Dec. %, 1880
Anderson, Oliver F Cleford, J A
Dribalker, by Mr. Devoe, John Mr.
Gilbert, Perry Hynes, John
Murphy, James Mr. Miller, Chas w
Ross, J NJ Thonlhill, Il w.
Persons calling for these lettere will
say advertised"
C. NJ. SINPsox, p. NJ.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1881-01-14
FRIDAY, JANUARY IA. 1881.
LOCAL MATTERs.

0as'ness Locals Under this heading Gs0ng editorial
"ottSes rtH De charged Fifteen csnfs per line each
puohccfson. No deriafion from aAis rate to sayone
Fair play., 1881-01-22
LATE NEWS ITEMS.

4 NUMBER of delegations of colored
ucn have waited upon Gen. q lriirid at
Mentor, urging the claims of their race in
the = neral distribution of offices under the
new Administration. and especially the pro-
priety and Justice of placing representative
c,lorcd man in the Cabinet. Senator Bruce
is the gentleman most prominently namedin
connection with a Cabinet position.
II. ". OLIVER received the Republi-
can caucus nomination for United States SEN
ator from PENNSYLVANIA. lie was supported
by the Camcrons. A rumher Of Reilribli-
! can members refused 10 enter the caucus,
and 4 bolt was apprehended.
Thomas &. PLATT received the Re-
! publican caucus nomination f'r United
States senator from New Yvrk-anoihcr
triumph for Senator Conk'in-.
MCMILLAN is the successful candi-
date for United States Senator from Mnne-
sofa.
GOVERNOR CHURCHILL. of Arkansas,
WAS formally inaugurated on the 18th.
SECRETARY SHERMAN is of the opin-
Jon that we can not float 4 three percent.
bond
GOVERNOR FOSTER of Ohio denies
| the rrlmor that his withdrawal from the sem
atorial contest was in pursuance II an un-
der>tandinc with Garfield and sherman that
the latter should resign and enter the Cabi-
ret. AMI he lFo>ierI succeed 10 the sem
ate. He says there has been no understand
i'm Whatever about the matter.
PAR>ELL will ask for Il select commit
tee of the House Of Commons II inquire into
the outrl-c> i'll Ireland.
THE defense in the Land League trials
opened on the l::ih. Mcpon"u-h denounced
the prosecution a, 4 landlords indictment
/ against the tenants Of Ireland. The COURT
! room was crowCsd.
\ >EGI" was shot 10 death by 4 body
Of citizens near Marianne. Lee County. Ark,
! for committing 4 uio>t horrible assault upon
/ the daughter of sheriff Banks.
HARRIS NJ. PLAI>TED was inaurura,ei
I Governor Of Maine on the 18th.
! Hon. Il. IL. STEPHENSON, for four
I teen years Collector Of Customs n Cincin-
/ natl. is dead.
THOMAS J. kIRK. 4 well-known hard
ware merchant of Chicago. committed >rii-
! oide on account " business troubles.
\ FIRE AZ Trenton, Tenn. OF the
night OF the ETH, destroyed the HeruH IT.
fee. the Hicks House, and several oIher
! business houses. \ number of persons w re
T injured.
/ IN the Senate, on the 18th. the Army
I Appropriation hill was further cou>idl =, l.
! The House spent the day in Committee oyer
| the Funding bill.
Fair play., 1881-01-22

Crcs>lin and Henry schultz. The building
was badly wrecked. one end being blown
out completely. Loss about $500
The dwellingof Timothy Cavan, near
Gathar-bur-, Nd, was destroyed by fire,
and Cavan'> sons, Francis and Denis, aged
J. and IL years respectively, and an employee
named John fali", A. wears OF aye, We're
burned 10 death
Fair play., 1881-01-22

a WAsHINGroN dispatch says: The
withdrawal OF Mr.. Frye from the Maine
Senatorial contest is an indication that
Blaine is 10 he one OF Garield's Cabinet, and
that Frye is to succeed Blaine in the Senate.
1t is said to be with this understanding that
FRYE consented TO withdraw in favor Of
Hale
Fair play., 1881-01-22
MISS ANNIE PgEssoN.dauo

Miss ANNIE PREssoN, daughter of Rev.
W, NJ. Prcsson, was burned IN death en- the
9th. at Nashville, Howard County, Ark. She
was sweeping the hearth when her clothes
caught fire. and as there was no enc in the
house, she Wa, burned to crisp before rs.
sistance could he obtained.
Fair play., 1881-01-22

TIMOTHY COOPER, colored, has re-
ceived verdict for Saa.oo0 damages under
the Civil Rights net against the Peoples
Omnibus and Baggage Company Of Chicago,
for forcibly cjeciinc him from one of their
conycvancc> on account of his color. This is
the second trial and reversal OF the former
verdict.
Fair play., 1881-01-22

GOVERNOR MURRAY, of Utah, has
as Delegat. 10 Congress. on the ground that
Cannon. his successful Mormon competitor
at the polls. and the sitting Delegate. is not
a citizen. The vote Al the election stood.
Cannon. ls,'6S: Campbell, I.5-'.. The Nor
mons are highly indignant. and hold tha;
Congress has already passed upon the quc>
ton Of Cannon's eligibility by admitting
him to seat.