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The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
A Valuable Chill Tonic. Read this
Testimony.
Dobyville, Ark. Oct. %. 1885,

Dobyville, Ark Oct. %, 1882
Mess. R. A. Robinson & Co., Louisville, Ky.
Gents-Your Hughes Tonic having been highly
recommended to me, ordered, short time since,
doz bottles, soon sold every bottle, and have yet
to hear of single instance of its failing to effect
speedy cure of Chills and Fever. Will you
please give me your lowest cash price for the
Tonic, and in what quantities viii have to buy
it in order to get bottom figures, and oblige,
Respectfully yours,
(Signed) VIM. PAISLEY.
Prepared by R. A. Robinson & Co., Wholesale
Druggists Louisville, KY. Sold al wholesale by
leading Wholesale Druggists, and at retail by j.
T. Curtiss, Druggist Abilene. Retails at S1.oC
per bottle, six bottles for 500.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

The corn squeeze at Chicago, ma
nipulated by McIIenry, Simmons and
Jay Gould, pushed that cereal up to 81
per bushel, Tuesday. The widest eX-
element prevailed when this phenome-
nal figure was reached. The profits of
the clique are estimated at 81, 800, 600.
1t is impossible, and unfortunate, for
this high speculative price to have an
effect on the Abilene market.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
LANDS !
LANDS !
LANDS

Oldest Agency in the county. We
have twenty well improved farms which
owners wish to sell at once and on easy
terms. Money loaned purchasers to
close trades. If you wish new lands
from So to 81 per acre on time, we are
prepared to offer them. Land shown
without charge. Information gladly
furnished. T. G.. HENRY & Co.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
EVERYBODY SUITED

at Berry Bros mammoth establish
ment. Dress Goods and Notion depart
ment Clothing department Boot and
Shoe department Grocery department;
Stove, Hardware and Tinware depart
ment; Queensware department Farm
ing Implement, Buggy, Carriage and
Wagon department Harness depart
ment. Every department complete.
Everybody invited to call.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

Messrs. l.. II. Lifts, Horace Lifts
and Henry Lifts have formed co-part-
nership for the purpose of buying live
stock. Their headquarters will be at
Lewis meat market on the south side.
Their square and upright way of doing
business, and their large acquaintance
throughout the county will give them
plenty to do.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

The Mcpherson Republican speaks
out in meeting and says: I'VE will not
support a resubmissioniSt for any legis-
lative or judicial position. 1t does not
make any difference what party he be-
longs to or how he gets the nOmina-
ton" As the Republican is support
ing MARTIN of course that settles the
question that MARTIN is squarely in
favor of prohibition. Will the Chr0ni-
Gle and Gazette come out thus boldly and
show their true colors to the public p?
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

The resubmissionists will hold a
grand rally at Junction City on Tues
day, Oct. 18th. Gov. Click and other
prominent men will address the meet
ing. In the afternoon there will be a
grand procession and barbecue. Every
one will be welcome.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

The Clay Center Times says that the
crowd which attended the republican
rally in that city last week was ''vari-
ously estimated at from 5000 to 5000
people" The Clay Center Firebrdnd
said the ''crowd numbered about !, 0O0."
The Abilene Gazette tells it's readers
that the crowd could not have been less
than 5000 people. On former occa-
sion the Gazette said that the crowd
which came to Abilene to see and hear
Click was no larger than the usual
Saturday crowd. We merely mention
these things to show what a hopeless
and able-bodied liar the Gazette is.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

The following officers were elected
for the ensuing year by the Lutheran
Sunday school last Sabbath: J. c..
Roger, Supt.; Geo. E. Sherer, Asst.
Supt.: C. III. Lebold, Treas; J. E..
Brewer. Sec'y.; c. q. Glendenning,
Asst. Sec'y.; J. D. Heym, Librarian;
S. NJ. Lesher. Asst. Librarian; II. d.
Hodge, Chorister.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

New FURNITURE-A car load of
Furniture was received by Spickler,
Meek & Co. this week. 1t embraces
everything that is fine and good and
durable, and will be sold cheaper than
furniture of the same kind can be bought
elsewhere.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

The large and handsome residence of
F. b. Wilson, is now receiving the fin
ishing touch and when completed will
be one of the most substantial and
nicely finished in Abilene. The inside
is hard pine finish with cherry and
walnut stain and reflects considerable
credit on the ability of the wOrkmen,
Lancaster & Mcdowell. Truly, Mr..
w. has a home to be admired by all.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
INSURANCE! INSURANCE,

Leading Standard Agency in Dickin-
son county, IA Companies We of
fer none but the safest and cheapest in
surance! Our companies are the larg-
est and oldest in the world! Farm and
city property insured against Fire,
Lightning and Tomatoes. Get the
best Insurance TIC. HENRY & Co.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

The first annual ball of Enterprise
lodge, No. 145, a. o. L. W., will be
held at their hall in Enterprise on next
Wednesday evening, Oct. s. The RE-
FLECToR returns thanks for an invita-
ton.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
LOANS! LOANS! LOAN

Eight per cent straight Six and seven
per cent with commission. We con-
tinue to have an unlimited supply of
money to loan! We give borrowers
privilege to pay when they wish Mon
ey paid when prpers are complete
Every facility extended
T. G.. HENRY & Co.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

SUIT FURNITURE-Th who wish
to buy furniture in suits should look
through Spickler, Meek & Co. S large
establishment. They have very hand
some bedroom and parlOr sets at prices
according to quality, and lower than
can be obtained elsewhere.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
FOR SALE

Choice pedigreed Berkshire pigs of
either sex, of largest size and purest
breeding, also one high grade short-hOrn
COW and bull calf, good color and good
individuals. Call on or address
JAMES ELLIOTT, Abilene, KaS.
Residence 81 miles east of Abilene.
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NOTICE.

Parties indebted to the undersigned
will please come and settle without
further notice or delay. If you have
not the money, give me your note as
my accounts must be squared up.
loft NJ. NICOLAY.
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No bids viii be taken for less than the ap=
praised value.
Given under my hand this sth day Of Septem-
bel, A:D., 1884.
THOMAS KIRBY, County Treasurer.
By n. Y. BEuLHARI, Deputy. 5l-5W
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

VIM. Buchanan, county treasurer of
Fayette county, ILL.,, is visiting his
brother, A. G. Buchanan, of Buckeye
township. Mr.. B. is man well posted
in the politics of his state, and he says
that Cleveland and Harrison will carry
it in November. There must be a
big change going on in Illinois to make
the sucker democrats so enthusiastic.
All those who come or write to this
Office seem to be running over with
enthusiasm and confidence.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

Tuesday of this week Mr.. Z. I.
Bush, of this city, and one of the lead
ing colored men of the State, received
an appointment from Hon. b. K. Bruce,
register of the treasury at Washington,
as Assistant Honorary C Commissioner of
Colored exhibits at the Worlds Expo
sition, New Orleans. Mr.. Bush will
accept the appointment and will spend
most of the winter in the Crescent City.
The REFLECTOR congratulates him Oh
his distinguished good fortune.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

Sale bills printed on short notice and
at bottom prices at the REFLECTOR
office. Remember this and govern your
self accordingly.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
WANTED!

$50 feed Steers. FOrwhich the high
est market will be paid. Persons hav-
ing such cattle will do well by address
ing postal card to
E. L. ELLISON, Abilene, Kas.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
WIN Err,
You Can Save .

your fence posts by buying your Fenc-
ing material of \. B. Fox, IIeringtOn,
Kansas. Only 81 posts are required to
fence one mile. Write for particu-
lars. I'm.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
MRS. PORTER'S

GOODS. SHE WILL RECEIVE NEW FALL
GOODS THIS WEEK, AND ASKS THE LA
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
Toilet Soaps and Perfumes.

The finest line of toilet soaps and
perfumes ever exhibited low on eXhi-
bitten at NOrthcraft's.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
GARLAND STOVES

and Ranges lead the world in this class
of goods. Examine them carefully when
in need of anything in this line. For
sale by WENTWORTH & HILL.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
For the Best Beef Steaks.

Roasts, Mutton, Pork, &C., call at VAIL
Bros Broadway Meat Market, where
you can get them. Vail Bros. also pay
the highest market price for Hides.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
Bids To Furnish The County With

The County Commissioners meet on
the 9Th of October, and on the Sth they
will receive sealed bids from response
BILE parties to furnish the county with
coal. All coal dealers viii govern them
selves accordingly.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
DON'T FAIL TO VISIT

The Berry Mercantile Co., in its
mammoth four room building, where
you will see the largest stock of goods
in the state.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

Mr.. Ed. Veigiard has a tin shop at
his residence on Sixth street, west of
the NJ. E. Church. He is prepared to
do job and contract work of anything
in his line.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
THE CHICAGO LAMP.

The prince of lamps, absolutely nom
explosive and producing beautiful,
clear white light, equal to five COM
mon burners. Sold by F. w. Potter
& Bro. Abilene, Cedar Street. 5-Sm
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
MASTOD0NS

HEYWOOD'S MASTODONS and
Minstrel troupe will show in Bone
brakes Opera House Saturday evening,
Oct. /. Admission 30 cents. Don't
fail to attend.
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CALL AT THE

Immense new establishment of Berry
Bros. and see how chock full of goods
their various departments are. Prices
and goods to suit everybody.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

Blaine 81 Logan and Cleveland &
Hendricks Badges and Portraits for
sale at Sewell'S.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
Hope! Hope !

But some day. soon or late,
An honest gander came that way,
And took her for his mate.
There is hope, and life, and health,
and comfort for our wives, our mothers,
our sisters md our daughters in the
New Davis Vertical Feed Sewing Ma
chine. 1t is the lightest running, the
simplest constructed, the easiest COM
pretended, and the most durable. 1t
brings light to the eye, color to the
cheek, elasticity and life. joy and pros
perity to every household.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

PORTRAITS of the Candidates in
oil at Sewell's for 81. so.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

Wonder if our republican friends ex-
pect their big rally to carry the county
for Martin?
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IF You Intend

purchasing gun and examine our
stock and we will save you money.
WENTWORTH & HILL.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
CLOSE BUYERS

Can not afford to come to town without
calling at Berry Bros mammoth es-
tablishment.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
SCHOOL BOOKS.

The largest line of School Books and
School Supplies in the city at Mrs.
BOwman's Book Store, Opera House
Block.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
CHURCH DIRECTORY.

BAPTIST-Corner 5th and Spruce streets. Geo.
Merriam, pastor Services every
Sunday morning at ii O'Clock. sun
day school at 9:45, a. m. Prayer
meeting every Thursday evening
at 7:3O. A cordial welcome to all.
PRESBYTERIAN-Servi every Sunday morn
ing at 10:45, and In the evening at
100. Sunday school at $50 a. m.
Prayer meeting on Wednesday
evenings at 7:30. II. G. Mccarthy,
pastor.
EPISCOPAL-Services in st. Johns Ch., Buck
eye Avenue, on the lst and 3rd SUM-
days or each month, at II O'Clock.
SUNDAY School at O'Clock, p. m.
r. p. Wager, Pastor.
CHRISTIAN-Services every Sunday morning
and evening. Cor. Buckeye Ave
and 5th SITS. sunday school at 3
D. m. Prayer meeting Wednesday
evening. r Love, pastor.
Notices OF other churches will be added to
the Directory when received.
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SALE OF SCHOOL LAND.

Will offer at public sale, in the County Treas
urers ONCE, Dickinson County, Kas., on
TUESDAY, OCTOBER, l4th, 1884,
at 10 O'Clock, a. m, the following tracts OF school
land, to-wit:
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

Autographs of the Candidates at
Sewell's.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

a muzzle loading Shot Gun for $500 at
WENTWORTH Il Hills.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
PUBLIC SALE.

We will offer at public sale at our residence on
Sec. 4, Cheever township, on
Wednesday, Oct. IS, "a,
Thirty-seven head OF Cattle seven head OF Mich
Cows ranging in age from three to six years
in calf by a good Devon bull. Seven Heifers
ranging In age from one to two years one good
Devon Bull Thirteen Steers, two years old nine
head OF Spring Calves; thirty-six head OF Hogs
two stoves. one dining table, one grain drill, and
other articles. TERMS-A credit OF nine months
will be given, purchaser giving note bearing s
per cent interest, with approved security, paya-
BE at Abilene Bank, Abilene, Kas- Fiveper cent
discount for cash. Sale TO commence promptly
at one O'Clock. A lunch at u O'Clock.
e NJ McCOSH,
J.W McCOSH.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
ABSTRACTS! ABSTRACTS

We have tho only complete set of alb
stracts of titles in the county. Alb
stracts promptly made at customary
rates. T. c. HENRY & Co.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
IF YOU WANT

To sell your property leave the descrip-
ton with +. B. Wilson & Son, Abilene.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
GENUINE MEERSCHAUM

Pipes, Cigar and Cigarette Holders in
many various designs at b. H. D'Huy's.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

LITHOGRAPHS of the Candidates
at Sewell's for 10 cents each.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

The republican county convention
meets in the Court House Oct 9Th. An
interesting time is expected.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

sPONGES s::::::s SPONGES
An elegant line of Bath and Carriage
SpOnges just received at Northcraft'S,
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02
The Largest Stock
Ynu Can BuV

of Cigars and Tobacco at Bib. D'Huy''
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

For Anything
IN Hardware gotO
WENTWORTH & HILL.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

High art, high finish and low prices
are what con- .+Se7Ezxz. the celebrated
would be COM A4SAS&S land Stoves
peti tors Of s and Ranges
For sale by
WENTWORTH & HILL.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-10-02

\ FINE YOUNG COW for sale
Inquire of I. E. Sewen.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-09-25
Cut the Belt.

We often hear of accidents in CON
nection with machinery, of people who
become entangled in it and meet a
most terrible death. When they are
first discovered in their dreadful situa
tion the sight is enough to par,ilyze
any one, and yet anything that is done
must be done very quickly if is to be
of any avail. The usual practice in
such cases is to stop the large wheel.
This occasions delay, and after it is
stopped the smaller wheels do not stop
their revolutions at once.
A much quicker and more efficient
remedy is at hand. Many lives might
before this have been saved, if those
who are working in factories had al
ways had it in mind. 1t is very
simple method and consists in cutting
the belt which connects the smaller
machinery to the large wheel. There
are very few cases in which this would
not be effectual.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-09-25
LiSZI'S Little Joke.

1t was % years ago, and List was
making II provincial tour, when he ar
rived at town which was so far from
being a prey to musical enthusiasm,
that when the curtain was rung up
there was present an audience of pre-
cisely seven people.
Far from betraying any signs of an
noyance or discouragement, the artist
advanced, and, with gracious smile.
thus addressed his auditors =
Ladies' and gentlemen: am graft
fled beyond measure by your generous
patronage. Inasmuch, however, rs
this hall is oppressively crowded, |
shall crave your permission to have
the piano removed to the parlOr ut the
hotel, where we can be more at onr
ease"
An adjournment thither was CON
sequently had, and, after performing
the program in his best manner, List
invited the audience" to be his guests
at little supper, with all the acces-
sories desirable, including champagne.
The second concert was announced
for the next night. Within two min
utes after the doors were opened there
was no standing room.
List presented himself on the stage,
and was received with cyclones of ap-
plause. He played two pieces, smiled
scOrnfully upon his audience, and
made his exit.
There was hardly throat in the
house that wa not dry.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-09-25
James Muiligan.

James Mulligan came 10 Boston
from the north of Ireland years ago,
and leans to the Protestant rather
than the Catholic faith. Ever since he
landed in this country he has occupied
high confidential positions with bust
ness men. As seen along the streets
one would wonder that such grave re-
sponsibilities had been committed to
known him in his paImy days no more
interesting character than this could
have been woven into his beautiful
stories. He reminds one of the conf
Dental clerk of IL great law firm as the
individual is presented in the plays.
OF about medium height, with an easy
shutfiing gait and slender build, he
moves about his business and leisure
in perfectly methodical way. His
face is small and the lires in it rather
severely drawn. Like almost all old
bachelors, he is scrupnlously neat in
his dress and evidently dyes his hair.
Perhaps this man is fifty years old or
more, and yet it would he hard to guess
within ten years of his age, so neat
and nice does he look for il man of his
years. There is little hotel down in
the older end of the city where he has
lived for more than quarter of a
century. 1t is quiet, home-like
place, known as the New England
House, and a relic of bygone days
Yet he clings to the old habitation
where he began to board almost as
soon as he landed in America poor.
Mulligan has had IA curious career
For Il time he handled the cash of one
of the best theatres in Boston. After
ward he was the confidential book
keeper of the Stanwoods, relatives Oi
Blaines, and is now and has been fOI
many years the trustee of what is
| known as the Fisher estate. He has
handled millions of money and still is
Il trusted expert i'll financial affairs
La the capacity of court manager of tn,
Fisher estate these letters ot Mr.
Blaine came into his possession.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-09-25
Bill Nye orr Thought.

Thought, however, is great sue
cess. Without it we grope through
the world, staggering into the legisla-
ture ut last, where we sink into ohliv-.
ion. If we scorn to develop our think
ers, what do we become We become
anonymous and indefinite. The think
CT must be exercised in order to make
it grow. Exercise develops the think
er rs it does the biceps muscle. We
soon learn to ride the bicycle if we
practice constantly, and so may we
train ourselves to straddle the bare
back of the frisky young idea and at
last make it subservient to our will.
We should early accustom ourselves 10
think, so that when we arrive at mid
die age if we have an idea it will not
give us nervous shock and feed It's
INTO premature grave. Those who
think much at last become thoughtful,
and 1t Is surprising to what an extent.
this is the case, while on the other
hand the close student of human ma
ture will be struck with the fact that
those who roll up their thinkers in u
napkin, and put them away in the
refrigerator at last become noticeably
thOughtless. While at first blush this
statement may appear doubtful, care
ful observation will demonstrate its
thorough reliability Give the think
plenty of fresh air and exercise, ar ut
last it will most assuredly curl up aud
die
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1884-09-25
Swearing After "a Prayer.

An elderly lady with delicate fca-
lures and refined manners entered the
custom house with timid steps. 1t
was evident that she had never been
there before, and she seemed bcwil-
dered by the whirl, hustle and clatter
of the rotunda. The doorkeeper di
rected her to the desk where she could
transact her business. This was of
nature that required-as nearly every
thing at the custom house does an
oath.
"1Ou'll have to swear to this, mad
am" said the deputy collector to the
old lady. Her piOus countenance
became thoughtful and troubled at
this announcement. She said nothing,
but anXiously watched the deputy col
lector make out her papers. This
done he said:
"DO you swear to this, madam p
The old lady had clearly made up
her mind that it was necessary for her
to pass the ordeal. SO, with "A sweet
but hesitating voice, she replied:
''GOd have mercy on me-Damn it,"
The deputy collector was dumb
founded by this reply, but glance ut
the lady assured him of her sincerity.
She had mistaken Swearing" for
profanity, and had actually believed it
was necessary for her to utter II ''swear
word' i'll order to get her papers
New York World.