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Dodge City times., 1883-12-20
g. s. Emerson has suitable holiday
presents-silver plated ware and jewel
ANOTHER POUNDING.

On last Friday night some parties of Dodge City
banded together and came to my house with the
professed intention Of giving me pounding, and
as Dodge City never does anything by the halves,
they gave good one sure, As the marks they
left will show. To begin with, n. b. klaine
pounded me with ton of coal. Then came break
fast bacon, apples, potatoes, canned fruit jellies
starch, soap, some bread, cake, coffee, sugar,
lOur wearing apparel, etc. After the crowd came
and had full possession, n. B. Klaine in behalf OF
the party presented me witha tin bucket, rather
set of buckets. He then requested lne to open it,
and did so, but found another. He then told ;ne
to keep on opening which did, until came to a
tin cup which contained forty-eight- dollars and
twenty five cents in silver. By this time began
to was in no danger of being hurt and in fact
l enjoyed the whole arrangement most superbly.
/ must confess was not little surprised to find
so large amount of silver in a tin cup, and the
many friends assembled seemed to enjoy my sur
prise exceedingly. 1t is less than six months
since received my first pounding in Dodge, and
while had scarcely recovered from its effects, it
looks rather strange that another should be given
me nearly equal to the first, but am well aware
that it is no use to complain, for the people Of
Dodge City Will do about as they please. Say
what you may about the people of Dodge City
they are not the worst people earth. While I
have travelled in twenty eight states in this
commonwealth, Incver have found more sener-
Gus and hospitable people in my life. would be
very glad to give the long list of donors to the late
very generous gathering, but am sure my friends
will excuse NE az it is impossible rs very many Of
them were not given to me. l will, however, be
excused in naming " B. Klainc, j. S. Marcus, \.
Bennett, Mrs. Mcintyre, Mrs. Gallagher, Mrs
States, Grace ,Iulendorc, Mrs. Robertson who so
earnestly assisted in gathering the amounts that
were given. My daughter and myself, feel that
words can never express our gratitude to our many
very Kind friends in Dodge City, who have so
very bountifuly and kindly remembered u.s.
Most respectfully, n. G. COLLINS,
MINNIE COLLINS.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20
THE CHRISTMAS TREE.

The Knights of Pythias will give an
entertainment in the opera house on
Christmas eve. The proceeds will go
to the benefit of the Sunday schools of
the city The Christmas tree will be
loaded with presents for those children
and grown people whose parents and
friends have been so kind as to remem-
Der them. The entertainment will con-
sist of music, recitations, addresses,
&c. The Dodge City Male Quartette
Club tthe Big 4), have been engaged to
furnish music, and will add largely to
the entertainment. The Knights of
Pythias will appear on the stage in full
dress uniform We believe the enter
tainmcnt will be a grand one.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Dodge City proposes to enter the
lists in competition with Garden City
as the great irrigation centre. Kins-
ley also comes to the front and makes
her mark. We have all the facilities
for cheap irrigation, and our irrigating
company is fully awake to the situa
ton, and proposes to place water con-
venient to every tiller of the soil, over
from 80, ,0G0 to 10, 900 acres of as good
land as can be found in the temperate
Our case has already been demonstrat-
ed-we have a sure thing, so all those
who wish to secure an anchorage in the
great irrigation centre had better loose
no time, but come anc secure residen
ce in Kinsley, as the boom has already
commenced. -Kinsley Graphic.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

One of the many satisfactory fea-
lures in the range at present is the
dying of the uncalled for speaking
mildly loco weed. 1t is held by some
that this mysterious plant dies out, gen
orally over the the range, every seven
years. However that may be. reports
from nearly all parts that it is dying
out now, and places where it was thick
a short time since are virtually free
from it. 1t is doing this without any
apparent cause, alongside of growing
winter grasses and other vegetation
that is in fourishing and healthy con-
dition. Where the seldom and ridieu-
lous loco fourishes one year there may
be none the next. and vice versa. 1t
springs up and fourisAes in locality
or dies out seemingly without regard to
causes or conditions. Panhandle.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

A fellow was arrested Monday for
playing the two dollar bill racket"
He was fined $50. and the fine supend-
ed provided the fellow feft town
This man tried the experiment at the
postoffice. He presents 81 bill and
asks for five postal cards. A dollar
bill and 90 cents change is returned.
In the meantime the fellow pockets the
one dollar and says he has found five
cents. Please take back your 95 cents
in change and give me back my 81 bill
says the would-bc sharper. OF course
the scheme was detected. He tried the
game on several persons and succeeded
in one or two instances.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

At "a meeting of Apollo Lodge, No.
62, Knights of Pythias, the following
preamble and resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, 1t has pleased our Heav-
enly Father to remove from earth the
mother of our brother l.. X. Nc
Insyrez be it
Resolved, That this lodge tender
the brother in this his hour of sad be-
reavement their deep and sincere con-
dolence.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20
THE WICHITA RAILROAD.

The surveyors are on the line of the
proposed railroad from Wichita to this
city. The stakes for the surveyors line
have been at this depot for ten days,
the surveying party being on the line of
the road between kingman and Dodge,
and will probably reach here in few
days The railroad will be running in
to Kingman about February l. The
line is being constructed at the rate of
a mile per day, and at this rate will
reach Dodge City early in the summer.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Mr.. 4. II. Snyder has very gener-
o,lsly given the leaders of the Presby-
terian church free use of his building.
opposite the Wright House for Christ
mas dinner and supper Roast turkey,
oysters and all of the deinacies will be
served. Why have your poor wife
cook, cook all day when you can go
there and get better dinner without
Spy trouble for 80 cents Be wise and
patronize them and help a good cause.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

ttobeetie is seeking business at
Wichita Falls. The Panhandle says:
A feature of the business this fall has
been a gradually growing tendency OH
the part of our merchants to receive
goods at Wichita Falls, aud trade is
likely 10 receive some benefits from
healthy competition where before was
none Strong points in favor of the
Falls, especially for the winter, are
difference of almost 400 miles in lati-
tude, aud in altitude of about 1000
feet
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Hon. Dudley c. Haskell, member Of
Congress from the I'd district in Kan
sas, died in Washington few days
ago The remains have been brought
to Lawrence for interment. The de-
ceased was one of the most influential
members of Congress. He died poor
man, leaving-a wife and two children.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Sign prophets tell US that the winter
will be mild, since the muskrat has
builded thin walled house, the squir-
rel has laid in thin supply Of nuts,
the corn husks are thin, and the ice
men have good supply of ice left over
from last summer.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Capt. H. B. Seely, of Missouri. de-
livered lecture on prison life in the
Opera House on Thursday night last.
Capt Seely was until lately minister
in the Methodist church. He deliver
ed fine lecture.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Christmas dinner and supper by
Presbyterian church, in building oppo-
site Wright house Dinner so cents;
children 25 cents. 4. Bennett, Mrs.
Ida Beeson and Miss Grace Mullen
dore are the executive and managing
committee.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

L. K. Mcintyre, on Thursday last,
received the sad intelligence of the
death of his mother, at Princeton, Wis
consin. He left that evening for his
old home and to attend the burial of
the deceased. Mr.. Mcintyre has the
sympathy of friends in his affection.
The deceased was 66 years of age.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Chas. H. Lane is to be the editor and
manager of the Dodge City Democrat
Mr. Lane is an educated gentleman
and a brilliant writer. He will give
dignity and character to the Democratic
ergan
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Maj. 7. Mccarthy, postmaster at
Larned, was in the city Wednesday,
last, and organized the W. H. Lewis
post G. A. r. Maj. Mccarthy is well
known to our citizens, and received
cordial welcome here.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Geo. B. Cox. of the Dodge House, has
rented the Wright House and w. H.
Ly Brand will have possession of same.
John H. Gibbs will take Mr.. Ly
Brands place in the Dodge House.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Snow fell on Tuesday, the first of the
season, and the appearance of winter
made gladdened hearts by reviving the
thoughts of the HOLIDAYS.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20
Wednesday night of last week was

"Wednesday night OF last week was
well taken up in engagements by oul
citizens. There was a surprise party
at Perry Weldin' residence. Presby
terian mite society at the residence OF
James Rockwell. Wedding anniver
sary at W. H. LyBrands. Organiza
tion of the Grand Army of the Repub
lie. Meeting of the Odd Fellows.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

The programme for the royal enter
tainmcnt at the opera house Christmas
eve will be the choicest ever offered to
Dodge audience.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

The Knights of Pythias at the
Christmas tree entertainment next
Monday evening will eclipse all former
efforts Of the kind. Let every child
come and receive gift.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

W. II. Ly Brand and wife celebrated
the eighteenth year of their wedding
on Wednesday night of last week.
The arrangement was surprise to Mr..
Ly Brand We hope they will enjoy
many years more of surprises.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

S. B. Williams, the old sheep raiser,
writes US from Metcalf. Ontario. Uncle
Sammy sends his respects to his old
friends in this region.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

A wagon in Chas. Rath's wagon
train was burned up some days ago on
the trail to this place. The wagon
contained two trunks belonging to E.
r. Eckerson. which we're consumed.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

The music at the opera house Christ
mas eve will be the best ever offered to
Dodge City audience.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

The brand of G. 4. Woodward, man.
ager. appears in this issue. The cattle
are held on Crooked Greek.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

We have received fine assortment
Of visiting cards and printers station
cry and are prepared to do all kinds of
Job printing.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Readings, recitations, addresses and
the sweetest music at the opera house
Christmas eve.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

The Mobeetie Panhandle says freigh-
ters report the roads and weather DUR
ing the last trips as all that could be
desired, and have made quick and pay
ing trips.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

A fine snow fell on Tuesday, cover
ing the ground for three inches. The
temperature yesterday was mild.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

The fire company will give grand
ball in the Opera House on Christmas
night.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Children will be admitted to the
grand Christmas tree festiv;.. It the
opera house Christmas eve free.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

The "Big A. at the opera house
Christmas eve will be one of the at
tractive features. !.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20
ST(HK SHIPMENTS

H. r. Drake, Yardmaster- of the a.,
T. & S. T. r. +. at Dodge City, has
furnished us with statement of the
shipment of stock from this point this
season. These figures make larger
showing than the unofficial figures Civ
en-. There were nearly 800 more ears
shipped this year than last year. The
business of shipping is about closed for
the season.
DODGE CITY, Dec. 1R 1888.
Official account OF stock shipments from Dodge
City stock yards. during 1899, commencing June
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Santa Claus arrived. Headquarters
at Hartman & Co.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Happy times in Dodge on Christmas
eve and day.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

John L. Benson, Of Gilbert, reports
lots of cattle in his vicinity.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Call at Emerson's and examine the
nice assortment of jewelry on display.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Best Christmas dinner and supper at
old Globe Office, opposite Wright House.
Price 50 cents. Children 25 cents
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

a good assortment of table silver
ware at EMERSON S.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Ladie' $ and gent > gold rings at
EMERSONs.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Little Joker is the best smoking
tobacco.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

We wish our readers merry Christ
mas
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Silverware suitable for holiday pres
ents at EMERSON s.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Ladies gold sets at
EMERsoNs.
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20
THE w. III. LEWIS POST.

Total. j, A3 1919 1S 410
In September there were ) cars 600 head) sheer
shipped. II. T. DRAKE, Yardmaster
Dodge City times., 1883-12-20

Ladies approve of your smoking Little
JOKER"
The sun. [volume] (Morris, Stevens County, Minn.) 1882-1895, 1883-11-29

Leaves Morris at ...... ...... ...... .S:i5 a. m.
Arrives at Little Fails at ...... 12:i5 p. III.
GOING wEsT,s
Leaves Little Falls at ...... ...... 300 p. m.
Arrives at Morris at. ...... 7:u0 p. m !.
Connecting with trains on main line, both
north and south.
The sun. [volume] (Morris, Stevens County, Minn.) 1882-1895, 1883-11-29

Ramsey county covered itself with
obloquy at the late election by giving
the Republican candidate for Cover
nor over 900 majority instead of at
least 900 for the Democratic nomi-
nee. And this is the county, too,
whose delegates appear in our State
conventions, and, with trumpet
tongued outbursts of oratory in de-
fense of Democratic principles, assume
to dictate and control the action of
the party!
We are on the eve of a Presidential
election. Next spring State conven-
ton will be held to elect delegates to
the Democratic National Convention,
and the Ramsey county Democrats
will again be found at the front.
blatant and boastful as ever. claim
ing the posts of honor, and striving to
manipulate the election of delegates
i'm their own interest. It is time this
thing was stopped. and we appeal to
the Democrats of the State to unite
and give these ST. Paul traitors les
son. Let us direct Them to the stool
of repentance, there to wipe out their
sins by werks Of penance. Represen.
tation in the next State Convention
will be based on the vote for Bierman
how does Ramsey county like the
picture? Even strong Republican
Hennemn will have more potent
voice than Ramsey in shaping party
action.-St. Cloud Times.
Well said, brother Mac. ,land don,
forget that Stevens county will be OF
hand. next spring, to stand by Stearn.
in any effort it may make to send tn,
traitors to the rear.
The sun. [volume] (Morris, Stevens County, Minn.) 1882-1895, 1883-11-29
The contest over the speakership at

The contest over the speakership at
Washington wakes warmer as the
time draws near for Congress to meet.
Each of the leading candidates with
now and then an Id dark hors" seems
to have a special correspondent Of his
own. The news. one day. makes Ran
dali the coming man, the next, Carlisle
then Cox and even the slippery
Springer seems to be among the pos
sibilities, at times. Newspaper cor
respondents have to earn their living,
and so many lines, one MY say lies,
each day are expected, and it is but
fair to these gentlemen to state tn 1t
they rarely disappoint. AS their
news is no more than shrewd guess
as to the situation, if they trip up
occasionally, it is not to be wondered
at. at this distance, far from the
secret but powerful influences of
Washington intrigue, it looks very
much as if the Pennsylvania would
be the next speaker. As a parliamen.
tartan his preeminent fitness for
the position is universally conceded,
although strong protectionist. In
the present state of the tariff quest
ion, Randall can be depended on, as
far as any high tariff man can be ra-
lied on, to do the proper thing, and to
adopt conservative course. His
Presidential aspirations, too. insure
that. The tariff question is one that
requirs the best craftsmanship of the
country to deal with it, and the in
terests of the nation demand that
no hasty action be taken. We are
drifting towards 4 point that requires
us to make haste slowly-a point that ii
too suddenly reached will most certain
ly wreck both of the great political
| parties; and the local interests of
Protection or Free Trade, as the case
may be, will make the democrat oi
Pennsylvania, republican, AMI the
republican of Minnesota, democrat
Upon the question of tariff reform
however, the party of democracy viii
send forth no uncertain sound.
The sun. [volume] (Morris, Stevens County, Minn.) 1882-1895, 1883-11-29

The severe experiences of the past
five or six years in Stevens County
was but the fate OF nearly all new
settlements. It has been very try
ing ordeal, and many Of onr people in
passing through, find themselves even
now handicapped by financial embar-
easements of divers kinds, despite the
result of'this years crops which were
abundant and profitable. Courage and
perseverance will ultimately be
crowned with success, and we conf
IDENTIFY expect TO see those who have
the grit to hold on, emerge to perml
nent and substantial prosperity.
What is required here most is in
creased immigration. We can fur.
nish homes and IL comfortable living
to at least ten times our present pop
ulation. We do not believe that lar
ge fortunes can be suddenly acquired
here or elsewhere,i in farming, but we
maintain that poor man, or the man
in mo crate circumstances who has !.
family to rear and educate, can, by
industry, secure to his children fair
support and education. and earn Il
good living for himself, while at the
end of a few years he will find him.
self the possessor of a snug little for
tune and a comfortable home.
Stevens County is as beautiful to
the eye as any in Minnesota; and its
soil is inferior to none, and it is well
adapted either to diversified farming
o. stock purposes offering as many in
| ducemants to the settler as any por-
| tion of this state or Dakota. Our
lands are cheap, and many of the
farms for sale are already supplied
with necessary improvements.
To our business men we would say,
extend a helping hand to all of our
farmers who are making an honest
effort to make both ends meet, and at
the same time be active and liberal in
concerted action,to encourage increas-
ed immigration in the county. 1t is
a critical time in the history of our
county, and wisdom dictates leniency
in one case, and generous enterprise
in the other.
The sun. [volume] (Morris, Stevens County, Minn.) 1882-1895, 1883-11-29
HENRY F. PETERS,
MEAT MARKET
Fresh, salt, smoked and
dried meats
All Orl,~o L;Ilao Dro,,,
BUSINESS LOCALS.

BUSINESS LOCALS.
An elegant assortment of Christ
mas Goods at Wolff g. Wells.
You should purchase some of those
cold-excluding weather strips at A.
A. Stones.
Highest cash price paid for furs of
all kinds at A. A, Stones.
Call and see the Andrews Folding
Bed at L. Z. Pearce's. The most
complete thing out.
j. Z. Danielson is bound to sell
Dress Goods; he has an elegant stock,
which he is offering at prices that
defy competition.
For anything in the line of grocer
les, flour, feed or vegetables go to
Spur & Aurlands.
Wolff & Wells have just opened a
fine assortment Of holiday goods. OF
all kinds. Give them a call before
the cream of the stock is picked over
A car load of Bran and Shorts just
received at Spur & Aurlands.
The finest stock of, Ladies', Misses
and children's shoes, in town to be
found at The Minneapolis Store.
Shelled corn, oats, ground feed, oil
meal, bolted meal. ETC.,
Spur & Aurlands.
Prices way down, on Dry Goods,
Boots and Shoes, &C.. at The Mime
apo1is Store.
The highest price paid for choice
butter and all farm products at
Spur q Aurlands.
j. E. Danielson is bound to make
things 60 lively by selling goodsTat
low prices.
The sun. [volume] (Morris, Stevens County, Minn.) 1882-1895, 1883-11-29

The American Fat Stock Show
lately held in Chicago, has been pro-
nounced superior to any of its prede-
cessorS, Il6 entries were made in the
several classes of cattle.
With the exception Of three 1st.
prizes to the Angus. the houors were
divided between the Shorthorns,
Herefords, and their grades. 1t is to
be regretted that many of our Stevens
County farmers cannot avail them
selves Of the opportunity that this
great annual show affords to breeders
and feeders, of studying the value OF
good blood, and the possibilities of
early maturity. The heaviest steers
at the show were Tim weight $500
lbs. and liking David" 1850.
The youngest animal exh: bited was
a white shorthorn steer, age 3o7 days;
weight 9S5 lbs; average gain per day
254 lbs.
The End. and 3rd. premiums for
three-year old cows, were awarded to
Minerva and Sara, HoIstein cows
owned by Thos. Wales Jr. These
were the only Holsteins Tor Friesiansl
exhibited. In looking over the list
of exhibitors we are unable 10 find
the name of single Minnesota
breeder. This is to be deplored, for
We helieve that the finest cattle, can
be successfully raised and fed in our
state land we hope that the time is not
remote when Minnesota farmers will
enter the arena and prove to the
world the worth of their cattle as
they have already the excellence of
their No. l hard.
The sun. [volume] (Morris, Stevens County, Minn.) 1882-1895, 1883-11-29

Emperor William is again troubled
with jaundice and his premier, Bis
marck, is similarly aft, cted. What
has come over these German mag
mates! What do they feed upon that
jaundice should lay such frequent
and heavy hands upon them
The sun. [volume] (Morris, Stevens County, Minn.) 1882-1895, 1883-11-29

FOUND-A hand-satchel which the
owner may have by paying charges
p. T. CASEY,
Town Of Darnen.
For rent-A small house in Suther.
lands addition to the village. For
terms apply to the First National
Bank.
1000 bushels of White Russian
seed oats for sale by
w. X. WALKER. Town of Scott.
All goods delivered free by
Spur & Aurland.
Buckwheat -four and maple syrup
at IL. Hutchins.
For Rent-A suite OF elegant rooms
| over the First National Bank Build
ing. For terms &C., apply to the First
National Bank.
Don't fail to try that Pride of Da.
kota flour, always from No, hard
wheat, at Spur & Anrland's
| You will find the best assortment OF
perfect fitting corsets at j. E. Daniel
sons.
All kinds of groceries and provis
ions sold at low prices and delivered
free, anywhere in the village by
Hutchins.
If you want good fat Turkey, or 9
young and tender Chicken, call al
Wolff g. Wells. They have a large
stock Of fine birds on hand.
| A car load Of the celebrated Dakots
Flour at Spur & Aurlands.
just arrived, large invoice OF
Christmas Toys and Wax Dolls, at th'
Minneapolis Store,
| Corn, oats, bran, shorts, GROUND
feed and oil cake meal at IL. Hutch
ins.
The sun. [volume] (Morris, Stevens County, Minn.) 1882-1895, 1883-11-29

LITTLE FALLS & DAKOTA.

GOING EAST.
The sun. [volume] (Morris, Stevens County, Minn.) 1882-1895, 1883-11-29

A young man called his sweetheart
''rare opportunity" because she is
worthy Of being embraced.
The sun. [volume] (Morris, Stevens County, Minn.) 1882-1895, 1883-11-29
Arrival and Departure of Mails.

Alexandria stage arrives Monday and Fri
day; departs Tuesday and Saturday. Post
flee opens at A. NJ, closes st P. M, except
Sunday. Opans Sunday from II ". to P NJ.
and West; at $50 r. m, for Browns Valley; at
S:S5 q. m for Northern Pacific.