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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1883-04-21
Llssle Johnny Ssorles.

One time frog and hop tode they
met, and the frog sassed the hop tode Goa
/. was clumsy, but the todc II ssd: "If
you will come here on this dat stone where
we can start even, Ple beat you jumping
hi, best two out OF three" so they dose
it, and the first time thc todc IL eDiy jest
clecred the stone, but the frog IL went up
so high that IL hurt itself osmIDg down,
and cudn't jump no more ~ all, and the
toGe beat IL the ether two times. .
And now lie tell you story about
bear. Que day the bear he went amuDg
flock OF sheeps and picked out q nice little
labm, and cot IL, md the labm itssid b.
ba-ba. cause it kanew 1t WAS goIn' for
TO De ct every little tiny bitup. Butths
bear took IL mp in his fore poz, Ike twas
baby, and act il up fall lenth aud rocked
II, aud sed "There. there, never mise,
my precious darlIn', wore does lt hurt
you!" But the labm kept . hoIIcrin
louder and louder, COS vile the bear wss .
smilin and singin a hush . boy, he was
a skaweezin liter and liter sll tho time.
Birne-by the ole ramb he seen wot was mp,
and he dropt his he'd, the ole rsnb did. snd
come like iic was shot out OF . CUR and let
him have il in the stGmsck, and dubbed
him up like he was razor, and set bin a
rollin over aud over without Lis prsshous
darlin. And when the bear had pulled his-
self together again and shuke the dust out
Of his hair, he ssd: 81 have cbserfrd that
lambs tails was quickern Iigltpin. but 1
dident kanow they was powsrfuller, too"
Jnst then be zee how ft yss, for there
stood the ole ramb s-boIdipg down bis
head ready for to let him have II agin, and
shakin Il, like he said: That Iittle shaver
wudent make more than Inou6e for
feller ike you. guess yoa better serve
up the ole man." But the bear wocked
OF ,ayin: 81 don't banker after sdieBer
which gese against my stsmaek like that"
SON Praneiseo AygsHauf aisf 81 llv
When yr. Johnston got stem Winding
wstcI,. bis boy was delighted. and told his
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1883-04-21
G. W. SHOW

Wi.bes eyery one 10 know that be is still on the
corner. where all can get the incest Confection-
cry, Bread, Cakes, &c. French Candy from s5
cents up. OYSTERS ut all times. My Ladies
Oyster Paror has been reftted, where ladies can
enjoy 40 Oyster Supper. Oysters in every style
from 10 cent bowl Of soup TO q 25 cent steam
or fry. Also LUNCH at any time. At Christ
mas will have full line OF
CHRISTMAS GOODS, TOYS, &C.
Large Cakes Nicely Ornamented. Also make to
order Wedding and Brides Cake.
HORSES AT LIVERY.
also keep nice Riding and Drivir Horses
and Buggies for hire at reasonable prices.
Thankful for past kind remembrances remain
yours, &c. o.ow
nov. 4-6m ". w. sho".
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1883-04-21
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TAM now fully prepared to furnish all
i kinGIs of the very best quality OF coal.
Red ard White Ash, Nut. Stove, and Egg
Also Cumberland Lump and Run OF Mine
Guarantee quality and prices to be a.
rood szti low as can be bought All orders
left A. me store or warehouse will receive
nromrA attention. Your orders solicited.
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Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

gentleman this week told us Of her
NIT who lives in the southwestern part of
this county and who has been the cause of
considerable talk among his neighbors.
His name is Otis Paige, and he is a man
90 years old, over 6 feet tall, broad should
cred, and perfect man excepting that his
right side Is partially palsicd. Four years
ago this man came to Barber county, no
one knows where from, and located on the
divide south of Mule creek, not far from
the McWilliams ranch. He dug hole for
a habiation, not much larger than goods
box, and In this he has continued to live
ever since, rarely leaving his den and dis
couraging visits from anyone. He always
appeared in abject poverty, but would not
beg for food or clothing. At long inter
walls he would go to neighbor and buy
small amount of food, but his expenses
have not amounted to ten dollars a year
since he came here. He has a few trans
and occasionally catches a skunk or some
other small animal, aud sells the skins.
around him and earned something over a
hundred dollars, and said with that money
he would prove up on his claim. Lately
when he made his first payment to party
who went out there to attend to the bust
ness for him, he produced a sack Of gold.
besides the money he obtained for work
last Spring, and now the neighbors have an
idea the old gentleman may have lots more
Of wealth that he has never said anything
about. He has an idea some great harm
would come to him should he come away
from his ranch for any length OF time, and
especially does he object to visiting town.
having an idea there are many dragons
here that worad destroy him. And yet. he
Is not caazy, but appears to be well posted
and converses intelligently on any subject.
lie gets letters aid writes them OCCASION
ally, bat no Ose kn ow ,wl6hi corres-
peudents are. MIR. Paige is queer man.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

The indications are that the musical en-
tertainment to be given next Wednesday
and Thursday evenings Will be Success,
financially and otherwise. The rehearsels
have been frequent and all of the parts
have been thoroughly mastered. Ike COS
TUNES, some Of them rich ones, have arriv-
ed and show up well. The stage has been
completed, fitted up with curtains and sem
cry and foot-lights, and the troupe have
tested IL thoroughly. 1t is expected that a
new piano will be here for the OCCASION.
and that will add much to the pleasure o:
the entertainment. We are confident that
the cantata of Queen Esther will be worth
coming miles to see, and the proceeds of
the entertainment being for worthy pur-
pose our home people will undoubtedly be
liberal in their patronage. Tickets may be
purchased Of Fleming Bros, Thompson &
Co. or Byerly, Dark & Rouse. General
admission 80 cents; children under lOy years
So cents.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

From persons who have had occasion to
make trip through the county during the
past week, we learn that cattle are in good
condition, actually fat, and are perfectly
contented, being found in largs punches as
though it were yet summer time. Cows
with calves at their sides are fat, and will
go into the winter I'm IN Oh better condi-
ton than last year. The grass has not yet
been injured, and unless severe rains fall
within tho next few weeks, and are follow
ed by FREEZING cold weather, there will be
no need of feeding until January, If then.
The heavy growth of weeds has protected
the grass from the ntvages Of the frost In
many places and where the grass is short
and there are no weeds it is thoroughly
cured, and Is full Of nutriment. Cattlcmen
have no reason yet to feel alarmed at the
outlook, but on the other hand, they are
in much better way than they were last
year.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02
G. 8. I. q. Association.

An adjourned meeting Of the Board of
Directors, and of the Board of Arbitrtors,
OF the Cherokee Strip Live Stock Associa-
ton, will be held in Caldwell on the 18th
day OF November, 1888, at which time all
matters in dispute regarding ranges will be
definitely settled.
The semi-annnal meeting of the Associa-
ton Will be held at tie same time and
place. Every member is earnestly request
ed to be present, as Business of importance
will come before the Association.
j. A. BLAIR, Ben s. MILLER,
Secretary. President
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

Election dry always shows up a lot o
men who rush around the polls and vot'
somebody. Last year the Republicans hat
all these influential men on their side. They
are remarkable for their cheek, and do moi
hesitate to direct voter how to make out
his ticket, ana then arm him to the poll:
and sec that he puts his ticket in the box
Ii is an interesting sight to see man arm
Ing another around, filling him up with
vile whiskey and making him smoke cheap
and rotten cigars, for the privilege OF vot-
ing him! What a comment on American
independence
Who wants to be voted next Tuesday?
Walk up all you poor devils who have
not sense enoEgh to know who you fave T
for Office, and let some one vote you'll
Step this way, you p, or idiot and tax. a
mean cigar, and sick at bottle of poison,
listen to lot of political b.ncombe, and
allow somebody to vote you'll
Come on here, around the corner. slaves
and let yo"r masters tell you who you want
to vote forl
Here, } oil miserable coward, don'ttry to
sneak up to the polls without showing your
ticket, but come and open 1t up, and
yorr party bosses see that you are doing as
they woud have You!
You Republican there, don't you dare
put in a ticket not inspected by some Sill
perior. lfyon do, you will he put out
of the party!
Now there, fall in line, march to the polls,
like "dumb driven CATTLE" and vote for the
Republicans! Step quick Move up there
slaves |! No backing outl
Let somebody vote voui
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

bonle time since we mentioned that Re-
corder Moore Ind received information that
led him to believe that somewhere back
east land slarpers had been victimiziug
P"ople by forging titles to property in this
county. This week Mr.. Moore received for
record deed covering $40 acres of land,
made by a party who never owned foot
Oi land In the coHnty. Accompanying the
decd was copy OF an abstract OF title pur-
porting 10 have b'rn made by H.G Phelps,
Of this county, AMI dated February 3, 1883,
ahd which was of course forgery, for 10
such man rs Phelps ever lived here; and
besides, the nams used in the different
transfers are entir'ly fictitious, and no such
record books as were rfcrrrd to have ever
been in use here. Persons at distance de-
string to handle Barber county rea estate
should BE- governed by the columns of the
INDEX. WI blish complete directory
OF county officers aud advertise for all of
our reliable business men.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

II. NJ. IngSham the Republican candi-
date for district clerk, came in this week to
tell rs that he had moved into town, and II
elected he will devote his whole tune to the
o.hce. We had intimated that he would
urn the Ofii's over to a deputy, rs Bob.
Taliaferro lid, but Mr.. Ingraham says he
would not be that kind q an Office holder.
We are incllnedto think Mr.. Ingraham will
not have occasion to worry over the d,ities
Of the Office, but that nr. Yant viii relieve
him Of the cares
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02
Business changa

Having disposed Of my saddle and har-
ness establishment to BIessrs. Woodward
q Lyle, I take this method Of thanking
my many old customers for their patronage
In the past, and hope that my successors
may rcceive liberal trade.
Persons knowing themselves indebted TO
me are requested to come mp and settle. I
may be found at the old stand.
A-4 ii. BLIcKHABS.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

The txaes for 1888 will be die on and af-
ter November lst. II not paid before the
10Th Of December a penalty Of five per
cent will be adled to the whole amount.
Onc-half OF the whole amount due can be
paid before that date, and the other half
before the first Of June. II the whole
amount Is paid before the 10th Of Deeom-
Der. rsbats Of five per cent is given on
one-halG No rebate isalIowed upon the
payment Of One-half the tax.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

Aleck Hopkins has been around town of
and on for several weeks, and We fear he is
up to some political chicanery. 1t is known
that he carries the entire vote of Kiowa
In his vest pocket, and this very fact makes
him dangerous man in times of election.
When man is contrnt to vote few fellows
who don't know who they are for, and l,an
not read the tickets, it's all right and prop
err; but when man like Aleck takes no.
ton and drives the voters of an entire
township to the polls and votes them like
they were sheep, be is a dangerous man to
have around. And being conscious Of
Alexis towering strength is what has made
the Democrats 30 sick. 10 think that he
is going to vote all of the town of Kiowa,
the boys who slip up there from the Terri
tory, the newcomers who have settled over
east of the river, the greenbackers, all the
Republicans and all of the weakened Dem
ocrats, is very discouraging to the men on
the Democratic ticket. Can't some one
head him off
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02
ANNOUNCEMENT.

WICHITA, JULY 20, 1883.
To the Electors OF the 18th Judicial District:
announce myself candidate to be voted for
at the coming election, for the Office now hold
to-wit: Judge of the 18th Judicial District,
composed Of the counties of Butler, Sedgwick,
Kingman, Harper and Barber.
This announcement is not made at the call or
request of any Caucus or convention, but is
made noncompliance with the request Of many
of the voters of the district, and comprising
those OF each of the different political parties.
have no confession of faith to make, only
that. during the term, be that long or short.
while shall hold the ONCE, shall devote NV
time to careful and :painstaking discharge of
it's duties AMOS HARRIS.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02
FINE CLOTHS.

We have made arrangements with one
OF the largest Custom Tailoring Houses
In Chicago and are prepared to take or
ders for fine custom tailoring in all its
branches. We have fine line OF new
Fall samples, and all those desiring hne
clothing would do well To call ON US as
we guarantee n perfect ft.
STAEDHoRD, YoUNANs h RooERs
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

The special city election last Saturday
resulted in the election of L. l.. O'Byan
and ID. Van SlvEe as councilmen to fill the
vacancies caused by the resignation OF John
f. Chaplin and Geo. w. Oliver. There
were only ~ votes cast, which shows that
our people are not taking any great inter
est In politics.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

Lately w. w. SIandiford has branded on
his range calves following cows branded as
follows: One b bar, one flIring II, one o
on both sides and one BOB. Tie owners
of the cows aud calves are requested to
mike note Of their whereabouts.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

re. Berry last week purchased Of ID.
n. Curd 100 Indian cows with calves at their
sides, paying sac for them. Tie also pur-
chased OF s. w. Curd 10 head Of the same
class OF c,ltlc for the same priccs. AIR. b.
started yesterday on a visit to his old home
d. Cas-. county, No.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

His many friends here will regret to
learn that Maj. 4. G. Moderwell, Of Gene
SEQ, Ill, lost his wife few days since. He
was down In the Territory when he rccciv-
cd intelligence of her sickness, and barely
had time to get home in time to see her
alive. She died two weeks ago to-day.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

Put down rs without louuu,t.On all re-
ports to the effect that Dave Tomblnson
docs not want the Office of surveyor. lie
Is working for the office will be elected,
and knows how to discharge the duties of
the Office. lie will be a big improvement
over Mr.. Demon, every one will admit.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

james Hamlin, vino ranches in the East
ern part Of the couHty, this week sold to
j. V. Latham, OF Harper county, AS head
OF mixed Texans, half breed and domestic
cattle, COWS, calves and yearliRgs, for $50
around.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

without attempting to interfere in a
matter that does not partic rIarly concern
us we woGld suggest that the steps to the
Presbyterian church should be made more
safe. They arc ill-shapcd, inconvenient and
tlnngrrons.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

Postmaster Van Slyke is in receipt Of in
formation that new mail route has been
established between this place and Camp
Supply, by way of Canema. The only
drawback is that the route will not be put
In OPERATION until next July. BY that time
this place will be great railroad centre and
all the towns Ia the southwest will want
lines from here.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

J.P. Elsea passed through here wednes-
d'y on his way to Sumner county with 200
three-yrar-Old steers which he will feed
near Concord. They are the remainder of
a lot of steers belonging to Elsea Bros,
and by spring will weigh heavy.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

F.F. Edwards and j. V. Robinson 4 Son.
who have an interest in the Mulberry Pool.
near Sun City, this week sold their cattle
to A. j. Hargis for the following prices
cows and calves, S36, dry cows, s2G, two
year-old heifers S25 and yearllngs $50. In
the spring they will re-stock their rnnre.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02
Change Of Firm,

Having disposed Of our drug business to
Fleming Brothers, who assume all indebt-
edness of the firm and collect all debts die
the firm, we ask for them a continuance of
the liberal patronage extended to us. Per-
sons knowing themselves indebted to us are
requested to settle their accounts at once.
IA SHoBE q SHERLOCK.
Medicine Lodge, Kansas, November ], 1888.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02
Cattle for Rala.

have for sale 80 head of Thoroughbred
Durham Cattle, consisting of cows, one aud
two year old hcifsrs, two Thoroughbred
qulls at head of herd. The cows have been
kept on tlie range, while the heifers wgre
raised here and are fully acclimated. These
cattle are of good colors and best strains.
Address me at Iuka, Kans.. or for particu-
ulars enquire at the INDEX office.
j. NJ. RAwLINs.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

Il. l.. O'Bryan has been appointed by
Governor Click to the position of probate
Judge of Barber county, vice S. J. Shepler.
resigned, and is now discharging the duties
of the Office, and should hereafter be adj
dressed as Judge O'Bryan.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

Mize & lngraham is the style Of the new
livery firm doing business Mt Oak Mfrs
old stand, rs will be seen by their card in
another column. Oak Mize Is well known
as an accommodating llveryman, who has
always kept good stable and good outfits.
Mr.. Ingraham is a ranchman who has
lately moved to town and who has had con-
siderable experience In the livery business.
They Invite the public 70 give them a trial.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

Fleming Brothers will make speciality
Of fine holiday goods, sIlGh AS were never
before shown in this city. Already they
have on exhibition lot Of fancy toilet sets,
combs, jewel eases, glnsscs, brushes, etc., as
fine as may be found anywhere. Call in
and examine these goods.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

DR.. Trumbow.r,tle Government Inspect
or who has been examining the Boyd cit
tie and other herbs in the eastern part of
the sounty, has completed his work. Il Is
understood that he found that the Boyd
cIttle were liable TO communicate disea e.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

Tie contested else between the Com
Hrchr Pool auh Gregory. Eldpd & Co, a
d-p {" over a raugr. will come up bfore
the Bouri Of Directors Of tire cherokee
Strip Live Sock Association on the I3, h
inst
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

Sirct Jones, through Tlllilfrrro 4
Strong. has sold to Roll Clark 300 head OF
cows. He had previously sold the calves to
his partner, II. L. Carter. Mr.. Clark will
drive the cattle to his Hamilton county
rnnuc.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

SndIy night Mrs.Aldrich, who was visit
ing DIR. Moore's family, fell down the awk-
ward and dangerous steps at the Prcsbyte-
rian church, and spulined both her ankles.
Sire was not able to walk Tuesday when
she started from here OF her return home.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

+. II. Sh'lly 'lr,miiy In yesterday for
Davenport, Iowa, thrrr old hone. where
thy will sprnd most Of tire whit r. Mr..
). will b" here oil aud Oh to attend To hi-
d. ties rs SECRETARY Of the ) +. ai.d T.. G..
pool.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

Frank Tomlinson and Oscar Thomson
have sold their cattle and range privileges
In the Cheyenne and Anpahoc country to
Mallaley. We have not learned the figures
obtained.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

Tom. McNsal and Wallace Rouse don't
want L. L. o'Bryan and ID. VanSlyke to
take their seats as members Of the council
and therefore refuse to canvass the votes
cast at the special election last Friday.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

Miss Hattie y ok has sufficiently recover
cd from her severe and painful Hines to b.
able to walk around. The family will go
ont to tire ranch, where Mr.. Buck has com
pIetel q comfortable honse. In a few div.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

McCandlcss can't keep his hands off of
gcol bargains, and I've knows a bargain
when be sees one. His last purchase is a
f'wn from Mort Strong, which is said to be
OF extra fine breed.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

.. Z. Lemont this week purchased Of J.
T. Elsea lot Of cows and calves for 5000
and lot Of dry cows for $4,000 per head.
They will be driven to Mr.. Lemont's range
Ia the Territory.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

Frank T''ylor,of Battle Greek ,Mich.,a ri
ative Of 5. +. Stone, came in this week. and
will engage In b1sincss here. H. will try
aud buy oui L iii Il Curry, aud IL he does
not Succeed will open meat shop OF his
own
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

Mr.. john Firebaugh, 5. II. Firrbaugh
and w. ID. Bowman, OF Augusta county,
Va, were o"t here this week visiting G. z.
Firvbaugh, "A member Of the Sand creek
and blackberry pool. They were we'll
pleased with the country and the cattle BUS
mess
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

McCandless Isl good business man. Of
steady habits and woSld be an obIiging
man In the recorders ofiice. Give him an
opportunity to try the position Of Office
holder awhile.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

J. II. MoNoal, an attorney. Of Marion, o.,
a brother Of +. A. and J w. MoNeal,is out
here this week on visit. lie says this Is
better country than he had been led to
believe A WA
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02
PRIVATE BOARDING.

j am prepared TO accommodate a limited
number OF private boarders, either with day
board or board and lodging. Ny house Is con-
venientiy located, on Kansas avenue one block
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1883-11-02

Riley Lake returned from Texas yester
day with Is choice ad,Ile horses, which he
will sell on this range. lie started with
90, but sold the others before be got here.