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The Weekly Kansas chief. [volume] (Troy, Kan.) 1872-1918, 1882-02-02
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Mrs. Fount. Kelley was up from Atchison, last
week, visiting her daughter, Mrs. Jennings.
child of VIM. Arnold living west of town, died
very suddenly, on Sunday, Of typho-malnrin. About
three weeks ago. Mr. Arnold lost bright little girl
from the same disease.
Tom Crawford, of st. Joseph, in town, last
week visiting friends. Come again, Tom; you are
always welcome.
DR.. Farrow is quite low, with pneumonia.
Mrs. Blake, of Atchison, has organized music
class here. She has fifty music scholars some in
vocal, piano, organ, guitar, and violin.
Last week was one of the weeks of dissipation that
the young people of White Cloud frequently enjoy.
The events were as follows: A dance at the City
Hotel; tafy pulling at Mrs. Cora Vans; party at
Miss Jennie Utt's and party at Mrs. J. II. Lynds.
Nothing can be said more than that all proved a
success, and were ENJOYABLE affairs.
f. Brick of Benson, Arizona, was in town, last
week
There seems to be n determination to kill off the
worthless ours in our town. Every night, some are
shot.
Grandpa Taylor met with the misfortune of losing
his Charlie pony. IT was taken sick Saturday,
and died Sunday. 1t quite old, and has been a
very faithful animal
Ice twelve inches thick shipped from above
and passed down the road, last week.
Mrs. DIR. Lewis returned home, Monday morning,
after several weeks absence.
Our smallpox and mad-dog scare of last Wednes-
day proved to be all scare.
Miss May Forncrook left, Saturday last, for St.
Joseph.
II comical to the boys shooting at that
grounding, the river hank. The grounding
didn't know they were shooting at him, at all.
ID. N. Emerson spent Sunday in St. Joseph.
There will be entertainment given at the NJ. Z.
Church. on Friday evening, February 18th, for the
benefit of Rev. Minear. The ladies. feeling that it
is their duty, have spared pains to make this
of the best entertainments given in the city.
large attendance is desired Admission for adults,
IS cents: children under twelve years of age, 10
cents. Come ont, one and all. THE 18th will not
come on Friday.-Pr1 NED.
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Tn. M,aw,u,,r rr.sruar,l century.


After the new cover. the first midwinter issne' of
The CeHtrryis chiefly distinguished by its unusual
range of popular contributors, whose names in them
selves awaken in the reader the desire to see their
contributions. OF these are Ralph Waldo Emer-
son, Henry w. Lonsfellow, the late Dean Stanley,
Mrs Burnett. Mr. Howells, Frank K Stockton, III
H., T. c. Stedman, H. Z. Bunner, each Of whom
has his special audience. Add to these attractive
names the other features; hne frontsPece portrait
Of George W. Cable, another of 'old Creole Days
and The Grsndissimes,' engraved by Cole, with
sketch by Col. Waring; author Of the unique and
amusing TILE Club papers, illustrated by ten Of
the members of the Club; the text somewhat
abridgedl Of Mrs. Burnetts play Of ''Esmeralda.'
now running successfully at New York theatre; an
illustrated account Of the growing sport Of Lawn
Tennis, with full directions review OF Significant
Features OF the Atlanta Exposition, by Edward
Atkinson, Esq, who, We believe, was the prime
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81. Nicholas for F.bruayx


Opens with a story Of the adventures Of Mexican
prince, illustrated with beautiful frontspiece By
=. ii. Lungren.
Other short stories are: THE Man in the Moon
tale full Of humor, by Sophie Swett with pictures
by George ID. Brush.-''The Round Stone Hunga-
rian Folk-story, contributed by the Hon. Jeremiah
Curtin and strikingly illustrated by Alfred Bren-
nan,-"Cornvallis's Buckles an incident Of Revo-
lutonary times in which figure a small girl, a COW
and the English commender in-chi1f; the illustra-
tons being by G. W. Edwards,-and Lady AIMS
Valentino tale full of interest and tender feeling
by Sargent Flint with fine picture by Frank T.
Merrill
"Men.and-A Animal Shows, and How they are Moved
About" Is the title Of entertaining article by
William o. stoddard, crammed with information
about the dongs and fittings of eircus-m gerie-
There many illustrations this the first half Of
the article; the conclusion which is be even moro
fully illustrated is promised for the March num-
Der.
Mrs. Mary Mapes Dodge, the Editor, relates in
this months installment of her serial Donald and
Dorothy" gallant rescue by the hero, who brayeiy
stops n runaway horse that bearing OF the
heroine, picture Of the exciting scene being frn-
ished by Frank T. Merrill and Edward EgglesfOn
in his serial, The Hoosier Schooboy," carries the
young people Of the story through stirring scenes Of
frontier school life, il in his boy hood
fine picture, by George ID. Bush, adorns the pres-
ent installment. Dr. Eggleston also Describes in 4
short article, "a Curious Drama which he saw in
London, and in which DIR. George Macdonald and
his family represented from the second part
Of the "Pilgram's Progress.- by John Bmyan. Mr..
Harry N. Kieher, in "Reecoliections Of Drummer
boy" gives graphic accounts Of eamplife in winter
during the late war and of the terrible scenes on
IN
c. Redwood
Several poems and humorous verses, besides single
pictures, help to enliven the pages Of this number.
The "yery Little Folks Department has a short
illustrated story by Charles Barnard, -"Jack.inthe-
Pulpit the "Letter-box,- and the "Riddleboxr are
full of short and interesting paragraphs letters from
young readers, puzzles etc,-and there IL n long re-
port concerning the 81 yieolas Agassiz Association
which now has 200 members
The Weekly Kansas chief. [volume] (Troy, Kan.) 1872-1918, 1882-02-02

~ In the first terrible winter spent by the Pilgrims
nj Plymouth, in Massachusetts,, the seeds of puimo
nary diseases were planted, and took deep root in
families which became the progenitors Of thousands
Of the American people. The prevalence Of eonsump
ton thus early developed directed the attention Of
the most eminent physicians and scientific men to an
investigation Of it's eause, and the means of proven
ton and The best results of professional stu
dies this subject are combined in Dr. j. C. Ayers
Cherry Pectoral, which is now recognized as the
worlds remedy for coughs, colds, constipation, and
other diseases Of the throat and lungs We believe
IL TO be absolutely certain in its remedial effect IL
is safe, pleasant and reliable remedy, and if kept
on hand in every household, will prove, in many
cases Of colds, coughs, &c, means Of preventing
more serious results.-Riehmond, tra.,l Religious
Herald.
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Doaiphnu Hams

Died. Mrs. Laura FLOYD, wife of Charlie. Flovd nj
| ter lingering illness of several months. N Il
! o'clock Sunday morning January 9th 1882 Mrs.
Floyd vas born In Doniphan County. and the dsupb
ter Of DR.. W. ii. Hudnall. deceased Her age wa,
about ~ years She leaves husband and one child
little Paul, about three years old Rev. Leah
| preached feeling sermon to the friends in the NJ
Z. church, at O'Clock, Monday Alta, Mrs. Yloyi
was taken to her last resting place. followed by a
| large concourse Of friends
Miss Katie Welsh and Miss Leila Krebs. from the
Atchison convent, were up, Friday, Saturday and
Sunday, visiting friends at Doniphan. Miss Katie
Welsh gave social party for the benefit of Miss
krebs, on Saturday night, at the house of her pa
rents which was one OF the most pleasant and enjoy
able occasions that the young folks ever enjoyed.
There were present the Misses Adde Carter, Bertha
Hahn, Emma Clark, Jessie Floyd, Katie Matheny,
Minnie schetzbaum, Minnie Nesbit, Leila Krebs and
Katie Welsh The gentlemen were Bob. weyer,
Clark hatheny, Charles Low. Jr., Frank Brenncr
George Waller, James Lexington, Willie Anderson,
Willie Eye, and Willie Nesbit The musicians were
Bob Weyer, Willie Anderson, and James Lexington.
The music was good, and the dancing superb. II
would have been well If some Of the larger young
men had been present. to take pattern rs to the way
their pleasurable exercises were conducted. There
were no tipping bottles hid outside to go TO and re-
fresh themselves with. which practice is carried on
at almost every social gathering 1t is bad habit,
and one to be regretted and diseountenaneed sooner
or later The young folks had a splendid time
Quite an interesting time was had at the primary
meeting. last saturday good deal oil rustiing
among voter. TO secure their man George Ramsey
was nominated as candidate Tor the once OF irns
tee, over VIM. Floyd and August "inzer lhe OH
er Township ofhcesse to go hungry Tor apphcants
There are now three candidates Tor trustee Ram
sey, Forman and hinekiey. VINO the lucky one VIII
be, is hard TO TELL
We understand that Doc. Spencer VIII cultivate
the VIM. Quinn place, near Doniphan.
Jehiel Frazee has bought the Iaz~eh farr farm,
six miles west OF Doniphan. Price sixteen hundred
dollars Quite number OF places have changed
hands, this winter.
II Atchison would 90 to work and repair the south
end Of the Independence bridge 1t would perhaps be
more safe than now. good road cap DC made oy
leaving the main road ut Luther Diekersons' anu
going west on the section line until 1t ntersects the
Atchison road going south to Atchison. much bet
ter and shorter road, with the saving oil several
thousand dollars expense TO Atehson County Build
ing n new bridge and grading new road across In
dependence, through the Myers or Cnmmins farm,
will be kicked out by Atehison County, from the
fact, stated above that the old bridge with the
old road, can be repaired with greater saving and
make equally rs good, If not better, than new
route. New roads, as far as they have been made
leading into going out of Doniphan are so terri
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lore ANON
loH,n Point Chatter

Had little snow, Monday night; fell about IN
inch deep.
Mrs. Leach has been very i'll, but is now recovering
Mrs. Dotson is visiting her brothers, b. and II.
Tracy.
The last cold snap has cured all diseases except
the "staggers- They to hold on to the men
only.
There was a grand festival at the Martin school
house, and No. supper. We understand the pro-
ceeds go TO hiring preacher.
Mrs Malone has been quite sick but !. now better
We have Lyceum in town now, organized by the
elder gentlemen of this place.
A stranger at s. Berry's-bouncing boy.
BERTHE Williams is still teaching music lessons in
town. From what We hear, he is a splendid teacher
As we were passing building. the other evening,
the corner of Commercial and Main Streets, q
man was heard to make tie remark, that '-he be-
heved there would be another trial in town soon
We think it will he ri,srh trial. If the members do
not find attractions elsewhere.
Mr. Young's niece, Mrs Holland. was visiting him.
last week, but has returned to her home. in
Southern Missouri. SoUSD DEMOCRAT.
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Pleasant Ridge Ite....

Wolves are plenty, in this vicinity.
John Naylor is hsppy-that little stranger is boy.
p. o. Roberts has sold his farm to George Emriek,
for - 800. We believo he intends going West
Miss Annie Underwood, who hss been visiting
friends in this vicinity, returned home Saturday.
The people Of this neighborhood are anxiously
awaiting the coming event-;hat wedding Jack Oak
spoke about.
Several boys from this neighborhood attended the
Literary at Oakland. Thursday night also. the Lit
erary at Norway, Friday night They report a gen
eral good time.
Mr. James Fulton. of Ohio, is Visiting friends and
relatives, in this vicinity.
hrxxEHAHA AID rrDekr.
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Prairie Grove Items.

All Norway rejoiees since the bat mouse ma
been removed to the eastern part oil town
There's talk OF another dance al BIZ. hoooins
soon ; probably before next Thursday
Mr.. Jas. hirwan Is quite SICK NJ tnis "rtins' W.
hope to see him around again soon.
Tony Brox has new breeeh loading shot gun, ant
Judd Roberts has new Ballard rne.
There was dance at Tom Deyereuxs, "ednes
day night. 1t was "sprise,' and the young maj
who got it up was threatened with sea weed; but
being rather quiet fellow he was found mot gun
ty.'
Pat. kirwan is building an addition TO MS awei
| ling house Fat mas me residence now, anu W.
don't see why he can't afford to take the ch"y
How many Pat kirwans are there' one Oh then
does take n--fr.J
Mr.. John Delaney has Just delivered NJ brennei
500 bushels of wheat. We are informed that he got
ms much ss the rest of the farners-si.Io.
Charley Albers has killed and scalped n jack rab
bit that has been living around here for some time
Charley, you scalped the wrong end
That story started about Charlie Campbell and
Ben. Brown killing all the coons on Wolf River ism
They were at Wolf River one cold. dark night
last week but they staid in the vaeinity OF the saw
mill.
An awful story is told of young man who taxes
care of another young mans horse, when he comes
to his .sweetie" II is said that he tied the lei
low in the barn, and brought the horse to the par
lor!
What time poor creatures have! Book agents
in the Summer, lightning rod agents in the Spring,
and small-po diphthcria, and maddogs in the Win
ter We think it wouldn't be bit of sin If somebody
would start madtiog scare, and say rabid beast
at large, biting every thing he meets; 1t might
lead to the destruction of some our surplus dogs
On Friday evening. little boy who was sent to
school in the evening, found hiding in the long
grass, between the school house and his home. He
four o'clock to come, when he was discovered. We
do not know his reasons for hiding. but suppose It
was because he has no special love for the school
room.
Smallpox is not likely to get many victims In this
neighborhood, great many Of the people were
yacenated only few years ago. Those who have
not been vaccinated, should have the scab put to
them, this dreadful disease is likely to make its
appearance at any time.
-Four men, whose aggregate weight is about go
pounds, and whose combined ages amount to 100
years started from Norway, S-y evenin, en- route
to the wine cellar two and quarter miles from the
village. They sampled nearly two gallons of the
''best,n which, being strong made them Walk IN
zig rag manner We won't give their names. but the
''pilot" is midde-aged man, and handles the gun
quite wckedly. The second is man who
machine invented by Morse. The third used to
whack bulls. and brake the A. & n. road. The
fourth il the one whom the girls say is Just too
nice for anything While were composing this
those Young fellows were only about quarter Of n
mile distant and had they known it, they might
The Weekly Kansas chief. [volume] (Troy, Kan.) 1872-1918, 1882-02-02
MONEY TO LOAN.

if. Hnmpson Is prepared 10 Ionu
money 10 the Farmers of DOniphan
County. on long time, at per cent. In.
terest, and IN reasonable commission.
Money may be paid before due. and
stop Interest. II the borrower chooses
No delays In furnishing the money No
sworn superintendent or application
required. Call on him At The Office of
Register of Deeds, at the Court House.
22aprly. y. F. HAMPSON.
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~ The Fourth Quarterly Meeting and Confer
ence was held at the NJ E. church, on last Sunday
and Monday. Rev. Il. Wake, Presiding Elder,
preached very able discourse on the Final tri-
imp of Christ's Kingdom He struck hard blows
at Infdelity and Skeptieism. The Pastors report.
read at the close Of the sermon, showed a years
work on this Station to be idle pastime At the
Quarterly Conference, resolution highly commend
able the pastor for labor both within and without
the church, spread upon the minutes of the
meeting.
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Buckeye Mills, Tanning.

Owing to the increasing business, we shall, on and
after this date grind three days in each week for
customers, instead of two, ms heretofore. These
days will be Thursday, Friday and Saturday, of each
week.
The Buckeye Millsare now running regularly, and
the public rely upon getting their grinding
promptly. We have n new pump, and everything
in the best of repair.
BOlted Corn Meal always on hand.
Oct.l3tf MATT. MUTTER. Manager.
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Or. se.h ar..la,. cough k,IIer

Has been before the public for quarter of q CEN
tury, and has always given such satisfaction, that
~e warrant il, in all of Throat and lang dis
eases, to effect speedy cure, or money refunded.
fyouare afflicted with Cough, Cold Coxsuxr1IoS,
bronchitis, Asthma, differentiation Of the Lsngs,
give it n trial For sale by d. C. sNcIArs.
29sep6m. Troy Kansas
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~ We received n call, on Tuesday, from Mr..
Cameron, connected with the Chicago TtstaR Ru
raj. and with immigration association. lie is
writing up the country. Mr.. Cameron is n son OF
Lieut.-Col Cameron, of the celebrated Highland reg
iment that did such gallant fighting at the relief Of
Lucknow, during the Sepoy mutiny. Mr.. Cameron
is deaf mute but that doesn't seem to hinder his
getting right along.
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I'm. r..eher., Association

VIII convene in the Severance school building, on
SATURDAY.. February IIth. Arrangements viii be
made for the convenience Of all teachers who attend.
Come out, one and ALL and let Us join in making this
one Of the most successful meetings of the kind ever
held in the County. l. D. AAhsHAA-
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~ correspondent from Iowa Township uses
the word IIalf Breed" n class who will not vote
q certain ticket. He should remember that this is n
term of opprobrium invented by the defeated Third
termers, to designate the large majority of the Re
publican party who stood by Garfield and Blaine.
If the Garfield and Blaine Republicans of Iowa
Township do not vote for a Republican ticket, it
will have n slim outcome We trust he didn't mean
that But it is unlucky to adopt Conkling slang,
any occasion.
The Weekly Kansas chief. [volume] (Troy, Kan.) 1872-1918, 1882-02-02

~ McCrum & Cowen have received,
this week, the largest and best stock OF
Clothing for Boys and Youths, ever
brought to Troy. 100 school suits, from
six TO twelve dollars each. Call and ex,
anime them.
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DIED..

Al the residenee Of joseph Kent. in Wayne Town
ship, On Sunday, january 18th is2 ss 10 O'Clock, q
N, Of YDeunonia, Mr.. w. RIcuAzpsos, aged -
yesrs Decesaed wass brother Of Mira Joseph Kent.
ss4 hsf been sespPtng viii The family during fhs
- shzes nenfh4 - recount 81 Bad bezlfh- Hi
49, ~ = xnnne Cty. E1s -snaizs uerr berip1
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SNALL-poN.-There has been something of a small
pox in this part of the County, within the last
week George Bicknell, living two miles and half
southwest of town, who had lately returned from
trip to Southwestern Kansas, taken down, last
Thursday evening, with what seemed to be the
smallpox. Some contended that it measles,
but the doctor pronounees it moderate of var-
oloid.
We learn that DIR. Nuzum's smallpox turns out to
be erysipelas.
Nearly everybody in this part of the country has
been vaceinated. This is good result of the
smallpox scare
The Weekly Kansas chief. [volume] (Troy, Kan.) 1872-1918, 1882-02-02

II Those friends Mt Hiawatha, who have taken
the pains to remind of Ground-H Hogs Day, little
know how they have hurt our feelings by supposing
that we could forget that great anniversary more
than once in lifetime. We have wept scaling,
salty-yea. briny tears over it. Hold, friends.
The Weekly Kansas chief. [volume] (Troy, Kan.) 1872-1918, 1882-02-02

" The prohibitory law passed by the City Conn
ell, has worked excellently, beginner. II will
be improved and perfected circumstances require.
Saturday, the usual day for drunkenness, showed n
marked Improvement over former days. But it was
discovered that several who were the prohibited
list, were supplied with whiskey by persons who
were not the list. The of all such persons
will he added to the list, well the of n
few swillers who were omitted in the original draft
The Weekly Kansas chief. [volume] (Troy, Kan.) 1872-1918, 1882-02-02

II lap-robe was stolen from DIR. Reeier's bug
", one night last week. His chief regret about 1t
is that is the he used when out visiting small
pox patients and he is afraid it viii be the means Of
spreading the disease. Besides he does not wish to
spoil another robe. by using it on such occasions
The Weekly Kansas chief. [volume] (Troy, Kan.) 1872-1918, 1882-02-02

II The blood at times becomes loaded with impu-
rites, and thick and sluggish in the veins.
This condition of the vital fluid cannot last long
without serious results An alternative is needed to
purify the blood and impart energy to the system,
and there is none better than Ayers Sarsaparilla
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l.. p. Foliett, Marion, Ohio, states that he has
used Thomas Electric Oil for burus and has found
nothing to eqnal in soothing the pain and giving
relief. For sale by ID. c. Sinclair Troy.
" We learn that James =. Forman has been ap-
pointed by the Governor, County Surveyor of this
County, in place of Charles Corbusier resigned
While a contest was going on between Mr. Hills and
Mr.. Waters, Forman stepped in and carried of the
spoons. Mr.. Forman has held the office several
times, and made competent and faithful officer.
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Rep.blica, Mas. Convention.


Convention met. pursuant to call Of Township
Committee. After reading call and Sheriis procla-
nation of election, Mr.. G.. II. Robb was chosen
Chairman, and J. A. Campbell and ID. l. Carpenter
Secretaries
On motion, the following gentlemen nominar
ted for the various Township Offices:
For Trustee, w. J. Gray.
For Clerk, J. j. Archer.
For Treasurer. T. II. Franklin.
For Justices of the Peace, J. A. Campbell and j.
Allison.
For Constables, J. W. Geren, Jr. and J. Hall.
Road 0versecr, Dist No. ], N. C. Speaks-
=. 2 J. Darby. Sr.
J. VIM. Rau-
4, j. p. Harper.
S. Carl Duehn-
+" 6. T. b, Psschal
Convention adjourned.
G.H ROBE, Chairman
3 3, 1 [ e es.sss4s.. sst<-.s.s's-.
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Nancy TOLOAN.

On Real Estate, In sums 10 suit bor.
rowers, on five years time, or less I'm.
terest, per cent. per annum. Com.
missions reasonable
1sjaHly III. A. w. II. BARTLETT.
Northwest Cor 9Th Edmond Streets St. Joseph, No.
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VEL, rha,E End. We'll.

Orin Catlin, 80 Pearl Street, Buffalo, y. T., says
81 tried rarions remedies for the piles, but found nc
relief until used Thomas Electric Oil, which en-
tireIy cured me, after few applications For sale
by ID. c. Sinclair, Troy.
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MARRIED.

At the residence Of the brides father. in Troy,
Kansas, January 26th. 1892, by the Rev. Alex
Thompson, Mr. KARRAx KIRBr and Mis-. MAMIE
HARGrs, both Of Doniphan Co, Kansas.