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Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1884-05-09
& W. PAYNE.


lFrom The Medicine Lodge Cressct1
MIR. +. W. Payne, late president OF
the Medicine Valley Bank, who died
from the effects Of his wound last Thurs
day, was in the very prize Of strong,
vigorous manhood, being but thirty
seven years of age. In many respects
Mr.. Payne was remarkable man. His
strong will and remarkable energy made
him natural leader even among those
who were his supcriors in mental ac-
complishments. Prompt in making up
his decisions; with him to think was to
act. That he was man OF remarkable
financial ability was shown by the fact
that while starting poor. he had in a
few years, accumulated q handsome for
tune. That this ability was generally
recognized, was shown by the number
of important positions to which he had
been chosen. In addition to being pres
ident of the bank he was also director
of the Comanche County Pool, and also
a director in perhaps the largest and
most successful livestock organization
in the world. the Cherokee Strip Live
stock Association. There are i'm this
world q few men who are so happily
constituted that they seem to make no
enemies, and at the same time are men
OF influence. There are other men who
make no enemies simply because they
never have an opinion Which they dare
In ODnOsa 70 Tho Or;,,so,, - ..-t>>1.-
else. This class of men are mere CT
pliers in community. Mr.. Payne be-
longed to neither of these classes. His
lmpulsiye temperament, coupled with a
determined will, naturally made him
clash sometimes with his fellow men
and he had perhaps his share of enemies.
For ourselves, though we have some
times passed sharp words with Mr..
Payne, through. the columns Of our res
pectiye papers, yet our personal rela-
tons with him have always been pleas
ant In their character. We have differ
ed widely from him at times. but we
have always admired his promptness
and courage Of expression. But what
ever taelsz he had, lei the recollection
OF them be forgotten. What good deeds
ne did, what noble qualities he possess
ed, let the memory Of them live green
forever ana NAV tfme deal gently with
the widow and orphans The remains
OF Mr. Payne were buried with Masonic
honorson Friday. The funeral q scoulse
was preached in the Presbyterian church
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There will likely soon arise a question
OF vital Importance to the property own
ers of COmanche county. and one that
should be thoroughly considered. There
can be no doubt that an effort is teing
made to organize that county, and from
no less than three different elements
That means that debt of more than
$4,000 in fraudulent bonds, with aceru-
ed interest amounting to as much moro
will be presented at once for payment.
1t is even asserted by some that it is for
the purpose of getting an organization
against which TO issue a writ of man
damus that one Of the town conpapies
was formed that principal mover in
one Of the proposed town companies is
largely interested in the bonds outstand-
ing against that county: If these are
facts. may not the expediency Of a has
~ organization be questioned?
COmanehe county Is now municipaI
township Of Barber county, made snch
by the last legislature suit is
now in the courts To test the validity Of
this attachment. and until that is de-
termined no organization that might be
effected viii likely be good
There 10 no law 10 keep men from &C
ing into ComaDchc county aud settling;
no one questions their right 10 lay OF a
town even on every quarter section; hut
the serious matter 70 consider Is The az
tempt 70 Org az the old county organi-
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Mr.. Blaine certainly appears 10 have
the lead rs n republican presidential
candidate, and II is more than probable
he will secure the prize. Ills domestic
history may therefore be Of interest at
this time, and Mrs. Blaiue comes In for
discussion. She Is said TO be a finely
educated woman. She was a Yankee
schoolmistressi Kentucky when Blaine
met her. blaine had Just graduated at
Washington college, and went to Ken
lucky IA commence life as a school
teacher. Bis school was very near that
Of his wife's aud the two struck up
quite Q friendship. 3Irs. Blaine at this
timet however, was somewhat romantic,
and she refused to tell her future hus-
band anything about her parentagc or
Der circumstances. Blaine's love final
~ conquered al scrurIes, and he pro-
posed. Shortly after this school broke
mp, aud The Yankee teacher went back
20 her home In Maine. Blaine followed
her. found that her parents were in
good circumstance =. and married her.
Shortly after this he went to live In
Maine 70 nhlss bis wife. and 30 It came
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st. Louis Republican: The people Of
Kansas summary disposed of the bank
robbers ut Medicine Lodge. in that
state. ON Thursday. Death 10y lynching
was inevitable when the bloody scoun-
drels were taken. II is fortunate that
the Infatuated people made no mistake.
and that their vengeance fell on the
right persons. The character Of the
country. and Of the population on the
border, and the helplessness of those
who may become the objects OF the
murderous greed Of miscreants such as
committed the crime Ia this instance,
furnish strong, il not a sufficient, mo-
tive for the course pursued by the citi-
Gems Of Medicine Lodge. \ long rope
and short shfift is what Is to be expect
ed by Eurderrrs under such circum-
stances.
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GRAND PUBIC SALE.
OF caeies Imported Hereford Bulls, at Kan
sas City. May Esd.

By reference to tie advertisement else
where it will be- seen that the Hon. w. B.
Ives. OF Sllerbroos, Canada, will offer ut
public auction at Riverview Park, Kansas
City stock Yards, on FRIDAY. May 23sl, 1884
u choice lot Of imported Hereford bulls, al
yearlings past, and in first-class condition
for immediate service. Parties who have
seen these bulls say they arc without ques-
ton the best lot of Dercforls ever import
ed Among the sires of these animals are
some of tile most noted bulls In Great Brit
ain. Catalogues may BE- obtained by adj
dressing the Live Stock Indicator, Kansas
City. Mo.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1884-05-09

There is yet considerable excitement
over that dry tornado" that occurred
at Garrett two weeks ago, and scicn-
lists ere pulzling their brains over IT,.
They had just about mastered all the
details Of the wet tOnIadoes. and had
figured out about when and where To
expect them when this new problem.
this unheard Of event came up for their
consideration. A ''dTy tornado" would
be a welcome visitor down in this coun-
try among the stockmen, IL we are TO
believe what they say; whereas the
new population coming in for the pur-
pose Of digging up Mother Earth. would
under all circumstances prefer the wet
tornado. Which shall have their wishes
gratifed this year, is now the question
above al Others Of interest.
But speaking OF dry tornadoes," the
Burlington Independent gives the fol-
lowing ..r.
General Harrison Kelley, OF Coffey
county, who saw the "dry tornado. y
which n Garrett photographer took pic
lures Of last Saturday, says that itlOok-
ed, at his distance of about fifteen
miles, about the diameter Of an oil bar
rel, clearly defined and black from the
clouds TO the earth. 1t moved along
slowly, and he was too far to see the
grating motion, which was no doubt
very rapid. \ very near observer in
formed General Kelley that the actual
diameter Of the tornado was about 80
feet, and wherever ii happened to touch
the earth il swept the surface bare of
all obstacles. 1t tore Il wagon from the
horses and took the vehicle up about
sixty feet from the ground before drop
ping IL. Spectators saw the wagon as
cend. whirling rapidly around in the di-
ameter OF the serpent-llke form which
bad seized upon it. a man with good
stout parachute attached TO him might
have been carried q mile high. So clear
ly defined a 'twistcr'' remaining so long
and distinctly in view has very rarely
Deen seen, and could not, under any cir
cumstances, be an enliyening spectacle.
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Smoke tho Jay bird. Fleming Bros.

StandifOrd, Ioumans q Rogers arr Just
now receiving a most complete, mammoth
stock Of spring goods, the finest ever
brought to this market. They have been
selected with great care and bought ut the
very lowest prices. and we intend that orr
customers shall have the benefit of tire ia
yorable purchase. We have clothing of the
latest style made to order to s:Iit any and all
classes. Hats of the most approved brand
and style for men ard boys. Groceries for
the family or ranch in packages or by the
wagon lead. AZ
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1884-05-09

a. j. Mathews, Of Kansas City. the
well known breeder Of and dealer in
Galloway cattle, had public sale Of
stock ut Wellington last Saturday, and
as usual was successful in obtaining
high prices for his stock-the highest
averages Of the season, in fact. There
were sixteen young bulls, ranging in
age from one TO two years, and these
honght an average OF $3.50 per head.
Two cows averaged S4O7. Total Of sale
SG,4lO. Besides being the leading hand
Ter Of this stock in the west, Mr.. Math-
ews Is recognized everywhere rs a relia-
BILE, courteous and perfect gentleman.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1884-05-09

a careful perusal OF the newspapers
has failed 10 discover the first instance
where a criticism has been expressed
against the action Of Judge Lynch i'm
this city last week. An agree that the
principle Of mob law is wrong, hut there
are exceptions 10 all rules, and i'm the
case Of the villains WHO rendered tive
homes fatherless and threw n whole
community into mourning, the popu-
lace acted right, noble, grand, and will
be loved and respected for launching
into eternity the villains Brown, Vince
Ter, Wesley and Smith.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1884-05-09

An Indian Territory special says: At
thoiy last council the Pawnee Indians
executed lease for 1ss 900 acres Of
their reservation az the rate OFFS cents
per acre per year for a term OF five years,
with the privilege Of an additional five
years. Tile lesSees are Bennett and
Durham. the largest cattle men in
Cheyenne country. The section leased
embraces some Of the finest grazing
lands ia the Territory, aud will be
thrown into ranches, fenced and stocked
ut once.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1884-05-09

Governor Click has offered reward
Of 500 for the arrest OF l.. II. Dowlus,
Of Barber county school bond nOtoriety
II win be- remembered that BOwlus was
convicted IN Harper county a year ago
for emhczzliug $3.50 Of Barber county
school bonds. The case was then par
italy compromised, and il vas agreed
that IL Bowlus would pay back the
money he should Ne act at liberty. This
he promised 10 DO. and went to Hutch
insou IN charge OF y deputy sheriff and
II appears had no difficulty in making
his escarc.
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il is 10 be hoped that our sister city
Of Caldwell will hereafter I've more par
ticular in enquiring into the snjece-
dents Of It's marshals and his deputies.
Our people cannot forget that two men
who were in the employ Of that city are
sleeping In Barber county soil. and that
their characters we're as black and foul
rs the ccsspOols Of IIadcs.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1884-05-09

Secretary IIaren, Of the Kansas City
Fat Stock Show, says that western
stock men are not taking the interest
they should towards encouraging the
institution. An association has been
formed, and shares Of stock are for sale.
Unless these are all taken ii is not like
" sufficient means can be raised to
make the show this year what II was
last. Car local breeders who have a
pride in showing up the wonders Of the
great west in the matter Of livestock,
should become mctnbers Of the associa-
ton.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1884-05-09

Barber county vas saved costs in an
expensive criminal trial, last week,
through the good judgment Of her citl-
zens. Hang robbers and murderers first,
and inquire into their motives after
wards, h good law I'm any country.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1884-05-09

The Finest and Rest.-withouth hesitation VIC
declare thu; the stock of boots and shoes-for
ladiesand gentlemen, boys and misses, that we
are now receiving is in every way superior to
any stock ever before opened in the town. An
examination will convince any judge that this
statement il absolutely correct.
30 srANpIFoRp, YouMANs s Rooms.
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Joel Il. Gentry & Co., Of Pottis cour-
~, Missouri, liberal advertisers in the
INDEX, last Saturday sold GA head Of
Shorthorn and other high grades Of cat
tie TO the amount Of $4,000. Success
must always attend those who Judiclou
ly smear printers ink.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1884-05-09

Standiford, Youmans & Rogers have the
finest display of dress goods. notions, ETC.,
in the city. Don't look at them unless you
wish to buy. for the prices are so astonish-
ingly low that You c.n't help purchasing if
you see them. All The latest styles and nov
elites. AZ
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1884-05-09

Sheriff Rigg proved himself TO be n
man of nerve, and endeavOred to do his
sworn duty; but he could not be expect
ed even to resist such n crowd "a de-
mauded and took possession Of his pris-
OnCra
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1884-05-09

fraudulent records, piles OF bonds and
general cussedness.
To man who is only entering these
organizations as a SPECTATOR for profit,
without dollar invested in property
that could be taxed TO pay that fraudu-
lent debt, il matters not whether the
debt is enc dollar or million. But to
men who have toiled and struggled
there for years 10 make a home, and
gain a small property, it does make a
difference. These last are the ones who
should hold in check any radical at
tempt towards a county organization
set awhile.
There may appear bright glitter to
these proposed new Eldoradoes, but we
would admonsh all persons contemplate
ing a flight into these new fields, to stop
and think twice before acting.
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0GcidiPDerof Barber County
FRIDAY, NAY 9. 1884,
TO 1ER DEMOCRACY OF BARBER CO.

There will Ice a mass convention held
In Medicine Lodge Saturday, May 18th,
for the purpose Of selecting delegates To
attend the state convention which will
be held at Topeka May the 18th, for tire
purpose OF selecting delegates TO the
national democratic convention TO be
held in Chicago July sth, 1854. All
democrats should attend and select
good men TO represent US, as this is a
very important matter.
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Building Material.

Warranted not to rip, tear, ravel. fade, or
run down at tho heel; all wool aud q yard
WIDE IS the new stock of clothing, boots and
hats now being opened by Standiford, You
mans & Rogers. 30
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About clothing.-The attention of the pub
lie is called to the fact that Stamford, You
mas 4 ltogers have Just opened up a new in
voice Of Spring clothing made on their special
order for this trade. tits given up by every
one who has seen it to be the most substantially
made. the most judiciOusly selected, and the
best lot OF clothing ever opened up in Medicine
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1884-05-09

The INDEX will be continued rs n
live, energetic newspaper, advocating
only such doctrines as appear for the
best interests of the whole people.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1884-05-09

10 can't be said that an Official OF citi-
z,n OF Barber county showed cowardice
In the terrible tragedy and its ending
last week.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1884-05-09

Fine Hsts.-wcare in receipt OF a large lot
Of extra heavy stockmen's hats, OF nll the STAN
dard makes. aad these are 10 be sold out this
season AT n small margin of profit.
20 STAMFORD, YoUNAYs & ROGERS.
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Dress suitu, business suits, working suits-ev-
ery1hlne in the way Of clotbing-niade ON spc-
cial Or,ic. can now be seen at s;andiforyi, You.
mans & Rogers store. 80
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Marshal sam Dem has clearly dem
onstrated that he ia not afraid to stand
even where shots are thickest. He is n
worthy Official.
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The Balm and Smith wagon. "a good as
ever went OIL four whe,.ls, OF thr different
styles aiId sizes for sale at bedrock prices,
by Am. Alien on North Main street.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1884-05-09

sulky Plovs.-we have in stock the celebra-
ted Casaday suIiy plows. with breaker and stir
ring attachments of ell sizes
30 GEPPERT & STONE.
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Fencing.

Spades, shovels, rske-. post-hole diZgers
hoes, garden tools Of every kind in grea: yGrie-
~ Mt Geppert & Stones. 60
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Southern Kansas, and especially Bar.
her county, will hereafter 10 considered
nm unhealthy place Tor desperadoes.
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By the Train Load, cor load and wagon load
This Is the way Stamford. YouInans Rogers
are receiving their goods this month. Every
thing the newest. ncstsst, freshest and best
Call ana be satisfied. Is
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The Medicine Valley Bank Il open
and trmsacting business, with good and
cnmpetenl officers.
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Farming Implements Of every kinc at tho
hardware store OF Geppert s Stone, Medicine
Lodge. 30
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Seeds! Seeds =!

Go and look at the wonderful display OF car
pet samples at Standiford, Youmans & Rogers.
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Carpets 81 latest patterns and at reasonaJ.,
pric. AZ Staadiford. Youmans & Rogers. :.
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Wall Paper nail shades and patterns anS
latest designs. Borders and trimmings OF new
STYLES. Al cheap et Van slyke Bros. 46
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A New schem,

Early Amber Cane Seed and pure German
Bdillet at Harrington & Smith's
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Seed Potatoes.

We have just received large consignment
Of Early Rose, Peachblow and Sweet potatoo.
for seed
IS SrANDIToRD, YOUgANs & RodERs
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Carpets /. earpstsl.

Carpets Carpets
We have on exhibition the finest variety Of
carpet samples ever offered in the town. and
these may be selected from at any time for so
days. These lincs embrace Brussels, inzrains,
two and thrce-ply and Administer, in every de-
sirnblc pattern. Ascertain the size OF the room
to be covered and we viii have the earpes made
70 order at the factory ON short notice
- SrANDIFoRD, YoUNAEs & ROGERS.
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Building materisl OF every description con-
stantly I'm stock ut Gepper9 & stones. %
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AtThompson s Co.'S you can get cane and
miIlet seed and the Early Rose potato.
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Harper Is HOW talking of being the
terminus of two railroads.
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One piece of glassware with each package Of
coffee at HerIington & Smiths.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1884-05-09

Everything in the hardware line, includ
ing stoves, unwarr. implements and ma
chipery, new and fresh, ut Am. Aliens.
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Notice

CasadGy sulky plows, Furst & Bradley sulky
plows, breakers, stir-ers, cult!yaiors, and ev-
erything in the plow line, and the latest i'm
prOvements in harrows
80 GEPPERT & STONE.
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Bulls EoYSale.
.EorSaie.

A choice iot Of high grade aui,horuaghbred
bulls. one and two years old past six HoI-
steins, Devon. % sborshorns- Ala choice 10
end nay he bought az q bafEsin-
i W W BcsmroRr.
i-.,s epcTr5 ysie, Kansas
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winfield Creamery Butter AZ Hcr.izgtOn &
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There is no denying that just now
there is more excitement than ever be-
fore concerning tho opening of the In
dian Territory to white settlement
and anything from an official source on
the subject must be of interest. Scna-
tor Plumb, Of this state. has received
moro criticism than any other one legis-
lator, and so his views, expressed I'm the
letter below, would appear to he prop
or response 10 the attacks OF his enc
mlUs:
UNITED STATES SENATE.
WAsTIINGTON, ID. G., April -, 81. (
+. A. Reiman, Wichita, Kan:
Sir--I am in receipt of your favor Of
the 10th. II you will read my letter
again carefully YOU will ilud that did
not say was not in favor Of opening UP
Oklahoma To settlement. am in favor
of opening II just as soon as il can be
done legally. You claim that the In
dams have no night there, but those
who know better than you or think
differently. Certain il is that they were
placed there by the government, and If
they arc TO be taken away, where are
they 10 90 ? Ny belief is that there arc
lands there which arc not necessary for
the Indians, and which the government
can acquire, which am in favor of its
doing as soon as possible and opening
them 10 settlement to all who need
homes.
You are entirely mistaken in suppos-
ing have any interest In cattle in the
Indian Territory. / haven't dollars
worth down there, and have not had for
nearly two years, and never expect Ia
have again. If the entire Indian Terri
tory were to sink out Of sight should
not be one dollar poorer that know of.
II Tire Indians, having reservations
which they are entitled to. see 1T Ia
lease their lands 10 persons holding cat
tie, in order that the grass may be eaten
of, l don't know as that concerns me.
They ought 10 have just as much right
10 do with their own what they please
as you or 1. Respectfully yours.
1 u. ID. PLUME.
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The public is invited to go to Tie hard
ware store of Am. Allen and examine the
prices he now offers goods ut. They arc
away below anything known here before
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II the Wagon Lima

n the Wagon Line.
Gcppert & Stone have just received q new
and complete lot of
Balm wagons.
Schuttler wagons.
Caldwell wagons.
In all sizes, for freighting, farm work or the
road.
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