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Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17
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"Leap Year, is one Of those fresh, catch.
Ing stage effective dramas which Blackstone
Is 90 great master In constructing. The
subject-the privilege allowed by year TO
the fair EEK TO make love and propose mat
rimony-is in itself capital theatrical oc-
casion, admitting, as is obvious to the first
glance Of the playwrighfs eye, Of numerous
telling situations and strong contrasts of
character and incidents. These are not lost
In the present piece. There is a light OF
romance thrown in its progress in the as
sumed disguise of Willoughby who appears
rs servant TO Mrs. Fiowerdew under the
name Of Walker. At Borton's theatre all
the characters were in excellent hands and
rendered with great success. The comedy
Is original inasmucb rs its source Is neither
a French play ner q novel. The idea was
suggested by an extract from an old volume
entitled can act to amend the law OF court
ship and matrimony. Albeit it is now be-
come part Of the common law in regard to
the social relations Of life, that as often as
bissextile year doth return the ladyef have
the sole privilege Of making love unto men
which they do either by words or looks as
unto them seemeth proper, and no man will
be entitled to the benefit Of clergy who doth
refuse to accept the offer Of a lady, or who
doth in anywise treat her proposal with
neglect or contumely."
SYNOPSIS.
Mr.. Flowerdew, middle-aged gentleman
dies, leaving n will stating that his young
widow shall not Inherit any of his property
IL she does re-marry within two years from
the date of his death. Mrs. Flowerdew al
lows the time to pass away without any ef-
fort on her part to make choice of hus-
band and so save her property. The two
year, re nearly expired when her friend
Miss Saliie O'Leary, fearing she may delay
too long and allow the property to revert
to a certain distant relative, VIM. Willough-
by, by name mentioned in the will Of Mr..
Flowerdew, calls to her aid all the gentle
men available, regardless alike of age, So
cial position or means. She at length sue
ceeds in inducing Mrs. Flowerdew to pro-
pose to Walker. the supposed footman, who
is, in reality, the distant relative mentioned
In the will Of Mr.. Fiowerdew. This VIM.
Wilioughby having returned from resi-
dence abroad, upon learning the terms of
the will, DISCUSSES himself as q footman and
enters the service of Mrs. Flowerdew for
the purpose Of ascertaining that lady's real
worth. By his respectful attention he wins
her love and SO both enjoy the possession OF
the disputed property. The several aspi-
rants brought forward by the indsfatigable
Miss o'Leary will speak for themselves.
The entertainment will take place at the
opera house on the evening of April Goth.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

Hon. Eli Titus and Hon. W. J. Lingen-
felter, good, honest Democrats, and Hon.
Z. b. Allen, OF Sedgwick county, ought to
receive medal or votes OF thanks from the
farmers and stockmen Of Southwest Kan
sas for the good work they did in the house
on the passage of the animal industry bill,
and in securing the appointment Of James
W. Hamilton, of Wellington, as one Of the
commissioners under the bill. In this case
Democratic representative was q mighty
good thing to have working for man, rs
Democratic governor could be coaxed by
him with better grace than by one who had
done everything in bis power to defeat him
in the election. Messrs. Titus and Lingen-
felter are hereby extended vote Of thanks
from the interest this paper represents for
their successful efforts In Mr.. Hamilton's
favor. Hon. E. b. Allen is prominent
candidate for secretary Of State, and the
Journal may be able to express its apprecia-
ton of his work In the matter some time
this season by telling the people what an
honest man and true Republican he is.--
CaldseH Journal.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

Ex-Goy. Fenton, of New York, is in the
city, guest of Commodore Woodman, and
favored the EAGLE with cali. The gov
ernor has very warm side for Kansas. He
was elected to congress in '56 as Democrat
belonging to what was known as the Barn.
Burner wing. His maiden speech in that
body was against the repeal of the Missouri
compromise, In which he predicted, With
almost prophetic vision, the defeat of the
democratic party by new party, the repub-
lican, of which he became q member, and
was afterwards elected governor of the
great Empire State.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

Northeast quarter Of section Z, town 90,
range west. Will sell cheap If sold soon.
Title perfect. Address, Mrs .Pendergast.
Wichita, Kansas. Ats
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17
For SALE.

Seven acres with new house, rooms,
stable, etc. Price, 81 900.
Six fine residence lots on Market street.
Price, $1,000.
Two 30.foot lots, 2 houses with rooms
each. This is bargain. Price, $1,000.
400 acres one mile from Clearwater.
Price el6 per acre.
Remember the place,
4.3t BARTHOLOMEW & McCLENATHAN.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

The preparatory work OF decorating the
city for the Knights Of Pytbias meeting is
progressing rapidly. There will be not less
than four arches spanning the streets and
every business house in the city will do
more or less decorating. When finished it
will exceed anything Of the kind ever at
tempted in the State Ii is hoped that when
our fellow citizens assemble here from all
parts of the State that they will receive q
hearty and cordial reception from our citi-
zens, and be made TO feel that they are truly
welcome, aud sustain the city's WIDE
spread reputation for hospitality and pub.
lic-spirisedness.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17
Special Iadussmsnts 70 Rata Tiers Of Cigars
and Pipes.

Otto Shields & Bro, Wichita Kansas, To-
csted under the Citizens Bank, on Main
street, will wholesale cigars and pipes as
cheap as any house in the West. Retailers
will do well to examine our stock before
purchasing as ALL our goods are from first
hands, and bought for cash, which enables
us to sell goods to good, prompt-paying
customers st remarkably low prices.
alt o. SHIELDS X BRO.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17
KANSAS AMENDMENT.

To tA< Editor Of tie Eagle:
Your corn train for the food sufferers sug'
gested to my mind the following motto:
''To him that hath, 1t shall be given,
From him with naught, It shall be taken.'
So ran the law in days Of old.
These later days we do things better,
Observe the spirit, not the letter,
Repay the lender, not the debtor,
And feed the hungry, warm the cold,
Bind East to West, rs by loves fetter,
The Bridegroom binds with bind Of gold
j. LEE KNIGHT.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

Mr.. j. G. Messman, township assessor for
Wichita township, reports the population
Of the township, fifteen hundred and eighty
six. Last year the population was eleven
Hundred and ninety-sour, and two years
ago nine hundred and thirty-one. There
are four hundred and nine voters in the
township.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

Is 1t not about time that the Telephone
Company take steps to carry out the prom
ised connections with the neighboring
towns of this place. The service in this
city works nicely, seldom complaint be-
ing made. The service is being extended
constantly, not only to the business houses,
but to the residences as well. Miss Dimes,
who furnishes the day service at the GEN.
trail office, is certainly success. She is
very obligIng, never getting out of patience
and answering all the back talk with soft
musical "Thank you"
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

DIR. Bacmeister, Of Toulon, Illinois, a
friend of H.F Rhodes, called on the EAGLE
Saturday last. The doctor bought, through
Mr.. Rhodes about eight years since, half
section of land in Union township. This
is his first visit to the great valley county,
and to use the doctors expression, he was
tickled when he saw what fine piece OF
land he possessed. We should remark that
to possess half section Of land in Union
township would not only have tendency
te tickle one, but to make him b" y
good laugh.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17
PUBLIC BUILDING.

The house committee have recommended
an appropriation of fifty thousand dollars
for the erection Of public building at
Wichita, which adds another boom to the
long list Of booms OF the valley city.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

j. i. Sturns died on the sth inst. in Flor
ida, where he had gone in hope of recover
ing his health, he having the consumption.
The body was brought back to this city for
burial. IT'S sad bereavement TO the
young wife-a crushing blow-whica leaves
an aching void that time nor sympathy Of
loving friends can ever fill.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

new town by the name CT Anderson is
being surveyed and plated in Pratt coun-
ty, occupying almost the exact center of
the county, geographically.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

There is growing complaint on the part
of our merchants regarding travelling auc-
ton stores. They should be made TO pay
for the privilege of selling an amount equal
to that paid by our regular legitimate mer-
chants. II that is done there will be no
room for complaint on the part Of any one
futere sfed
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

The EAGLE had pleasant call from DIR.
Eugleman, of Cheney. whom its citizens
honored by electing him to the Office Of
mayor at last weeks election. Little over
six months ago Cheney was not known, In
fact, was not thought of. To-day she is an
incorporated town of the third class with a
full set Of officers
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17
Business Chance.

1 offer for sale the furniture, fixtures and
lease Of the best paying hotel in Kansas
City. 1t is situated opposite the union de.
pot, and contains fifty sleeping rooms, par
lor, DINING room, etc. Price, $1,000; will
make terms. Pressure of other business
compels me to sell. Apply quick to
W. S. JENKINS,
2.2t Delavan House, Kansas City, Mo.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17
Notice.

OFFICE OF COUNTY CLERK, !
WICHITA, KANSAS, April Ilth, lsS4
At q regular session OF the Board OF County
Commissioners of Sedgwick county, Kansas,
held on the 18th day Of April, 1881, all the
members being present the following resolu-
ton was unanimously adopted
Resolved, That the citizens of Sedgwick coun-
ty be notified that, In accordance with the opin
ion of the Attorney General Of the State OF
Kansas, that when road Is Voluntarily left AS
a road. and is used as such, that 1t Is a legal
road, providing IL Is on section lines.
A. W. OLIVER, Chairman.
G. W. STEENROD,
j. A. NELSON,
Commissioners.
Attest L. p. FORD, County Clerk. Alt
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17
REPusucAM COUNTY CONVENTION.

A delegate convention Of the Republicans
OF Sedgwick county will be held at Ask's
bal, In the city Of Wichita, Kansas, ON Sat
urday, April 10Th, 1884, at 10 O'Clock A. NJ,
ior the purpose OF elccting delegates to the
iohowing conventions: Five delegates to
the Republican state convention that meets
IN Topeka, April 18th, 1884 five delegates
10 the Republican district convention that
meets at Newton, April 18th, 1884, and ten
delegates to the Republican congressional
convention that meets ut Hutchinson, April
sd, 1884.
Each township and ward is entitled TO
send delegates and alternates to said con-
vention rs follows.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

Finlay Ross, the great furniture and car
pet emporium man, will put the third story
on his building. He finds that he needs
more room for his rapidly increasing bust
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

Robson Bros, No. q Main street, Fer
rell building. before another issue of the
EAGLE. will have opened up an immense
stock Of dry goods. and they extend an in
vitation to the people of this city and val
ley to come and see them.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

The EAGLE thought it in order to more
forcibly impress lis readers OF the truthful
ness Of its "spring-Wind'' poem, in last
weeks issue. 10 order n small sand and
wind storm. Hence the last Wednesday
evenings blow.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

Quite large delegation OF prominent
citizens of Grant township were in atten-
dance at q meeting OF the county commits
sioners, last Thursday. touching the ques-
tioa OF q certain road.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17
CITY MARKET.
,aaf dry and in c0nditt0n fOr mill.
ANpOYER. April q. 1884


was called to see Mrs. Anna Shively on
the Sd dag of January, 1884, and found her
suffering from nervous depression, and as
for her having been drugged, found nolh-
ing that would indicate any thing OF the
kind. A. V. BURTON, NJ. ID.
concur in the above statement.
Alt JAS. EAsToN, NJ. ID.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

A. Aspey is manufacturing brick at the
rate of eighteen thousand per day. He
has one kiln, of one hundred and fifty
thousand, fired, which will be ready for
delivery next Monday.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

Mr.. Cone, Of the Capital, spent several
days iE our city, and we shall expect
lively, interesting article from him in the
IaDsfol
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

The property owners on the south side OF
the river, are taking steps to put in a sew
erage for the accommodation of the occu-
pants.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

We understand that the Wichita EAGLE
is preparing 10 issue daily paper, with as
sociate press dispatches and all modern APP
planes. We venture the assertion that it
will Immediately take position as one of the
dailies of Kansas Douglass Tribune.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

j. Bissantz has large force OF hands en-
gagged in manufacturing galvanized iron
corniee. We noticed n cornice of beautiful
design for hank building at Harper.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

ID. o. Wilson has sold his farm in Morton
township for $4,000 to L. ID. Dewey, of nli-
aois, and has gone to Belle PLANE to live.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

II. L. Walker and Capt. Williams were
over from Wichita Wednesday. Dick is
out in Pratt looking for some cheap land
CfffseR- Repubkica1
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Notice..

STATE OF KANSAS, l..
Sedgwick County,
In the Probate Court In and for said county.
In the Matter Of the Estate Daniel Boyd Deceased.
Notice Is hereby given that letters OF admin
istration with the will annexed have been
granted to the undersigned on the estate Of
Daniel Boyd, late Of said county, deceased, by
the honorable, the Probate Court OF the county
and State Aforesaid, dated the 3th day of JAN
uary, A. d. 1868. Now, all persons having
claims against the said estste, are hereby noti-
fed that they must present the same to the I'M
dersigned for allowance within one year from
ed from any benefit Of such estate, and that II
such claims be not exhibited within three years
after date Of such letter., they shall be forever
barred CHAS. II. MILLER,
Administrator.
With the will annexed OF the estate Of Daniel
Boyd, deceased. at
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

J. W. wingard was a delegate to the
grand lodge of the knights of Honor which
met in Fort Scott on the 10th inst, and was
elected grand guide of the grand lodge for
the ensuing year.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

Probably no other invention was ever OF
so much importance to the household, as is
the sewing machine. 1t commenced in the
humblest way, (as is the rule with all great
inyentions) and every one at first looked
upon 1t with suspicion and distrust. But
all classes Of people, from the great manu-
facturers to the humblest sewing woman,
in course of time, discovered and appre-
ciated its value, and from that time until
the present, it has advanced in popular ia
vor with rapid strides. Our attention was
recently called to the new machine placed
upon the market by the Davis Sewing Ma
chine Company-the "New High-Arm Ver-
tical-Feed," as 1t is called.
The vertical feed is the principal distin-
gushing feature of this machine, which
separates it from, and places it above, the
popular machines of other makes. 1t is
necessary to see this new feed method In
order to understand and appreciate its
many advantages. This machine makes the
most sure and beautiful stitch; sews light
and heavy goods equally well runs lightly
without fatigue tc the operator. The sim.
plicity Of its construction commends the
Davis" to our judgment. In this partic-
ular feature we believe it is without par
allei. We could dwell ut great length up
on its other merits, but space will not adj
nit. The company is represented in this
city by W. A. Jacques, at his temple of mu-
sic opposite the post-office, who Is prompt,
polite, courteous, just in all his dealings,
and well, and most favorably known
through out this vicinity.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

The usual monthly murder occurred at
Emporia last week. A man by the name OF
Green is charged with the murder Of a
young lad by the name Of Harry Roblyer.
No excuse for the deed has yet been discoy-
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

@. c. Strong has subscription paper out
to assist in getting trees set out and making
fine drive east from town, going out on
Central avenue to Cooks, thence north
by the cemetery to Smiths corner, thence
west. crossing the upper Chisholm bridge,
striking Lawrence avenue at Charley Da-
Wilson's corner, making a very handsome
drive in few years. The scheme ought to
meet with hearty response from our citi-
zens. Some OF the parties who own the
property along the route will furnish and
plant their own trees, while others will
plant the trees if they are furnished. A
good scheme would be to have q day set
apart or agreed upon and everybody turn
out and plant one or more trees.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

Mr.. Il. z. MURDoCK-DearSir: The new
NJ. E. Chucrh at Mount Hope will be dedi-
Gated Sunday, April Goth, Rev. King Off
ciating. Please give notice in the EAGLE
and oblige T. II. RANDALL,
Steward.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17
For Rent---9rsss Lands.
10 Rent.

South half Of section % in Illinois town
ship. Enquire of W. p. Campbell, office
No. 103, Douglas avenue
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

Miss Hattie Simpson, of Troy, New York,
is visiting Mrs. c. II. Abbott. her aunt.
Miss S. will spend the summer in Wichita
visiting Mrs. AS family.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

Mr.. s. 5. King, with the Lombard Mort
gage Company, Wichita, was in the city
yesterday, and favored us with call. =
Housfo-
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

We note with pleasure the busy crowd in
and around the Wichita wholesale grocer
house. All day long goods are being re-
ceived and sent out.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

A prominent citizen of Mcpherson, feel
ing the need of direct communication
with our city and its system of railroads,
writes us to push at this end and they will
push at that end and secure an early COM
pletion of the road.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

That fine span of Percheron stations on
the street last Saturday, which attracted so
much attention, belongs to c. r. Miller.
They were selected from 4 lot of $50 head.
The best was what he wanted. One seldom
if ever sees finer animals. Legoupie is 4
beautiful dark gray, very compact in form,
good action and weighs l 600 pounds. Dap
Ter is beautiful steel gray, with heavy
bone, fine style and acton, and weighs LOGO
pounds. James Howard has charge Of
then,
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

J. F. Bradshaw shipped TO Chicago the
other day 3oS Of as fine steers as were ever
driven into the yards at this place.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

Charlie Jones was in the city this week,
and took drive over the city with friend.
after which he pronounced Wichita the
greatest city in Kansas. He says there is
and more people to the square foot than
any city in the State, and we guess that is
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17
Eyesight is Priceless.

The now popular opinion that the use OF
glasses should be postponed as long as pos
sible is erroneous. As soon as unpleasant
feeling denotes the approach Of presbyopia
glasses should be resorted to at once. The
market is flooded with low-priced steel and
iron spectacles which have imperfect lenses
There is great public need for information
regarding the proper need of spectacles and
care of the eyes. Having had many years
experience, am prepared with a full line
Of improved spectacles to fit all sights.
HENRY A. BENSON,
Optician and Jeweler, Main Street.
First door north of Postoffice. 2-4t
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

One of Constance Stanley's suits, it is
said, cost sixteen hundred dollars.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17
Cattle Pasture

In Lincoln township, Sedgwick county.
Four sections of fine grass well fenced with
barbed wire, and plenty Of water. Terms
for the season moderate. Apply to
1-4t X. HARRISON, Clarion.
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Administrators Notice

AdmlnlstraCOr6 NOtlCo.
sedgwick County, S.
In the Probate Court In and for said County
In the Matter Of the Estate Milton S. Monroe,
Deceased.
Notice is hereby given that letters of admin
istrati0E with the will annexed have been
granted to the undersigned on the estate OF
Milton s. Monroe late OF said county deceased,
by the homo able, the Probate Court Of the
county and State aforesaid, dated the 1lth day
of March, A. D. 1884. Now, all persons hsv-
ing claims against the said estate, are hereby
notified that they must present the came TO the
undersigned for allowance within one year from
the date OF said letters, or they may be pre-
cluded from any benefit Of such estate, and that
IL such claims be not exhibited within three
years after date of such letter., they shall be
forever barred. Il. Il. HATCHEk,
Administrator.
With the will annexed Of the estate Of Milton
s. Monroe deceased 4-5t
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

The standard pacing stallion, Sam Haz-
card, trial record 2:1S, record 2:21, the fast
est Of any stallion in Kansas, will be kept
at the Exchange Stables, Col. n. p. Jack
son proprietor, on Monday and Saturday Of
each week. For terms enquire at above
stables. Aft
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17
Wool I! W COL !!
Sam Hazard.

Every ono who hss wool to sell should
read Osborne, Hosick d Co.'s card. 1t
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

DIR. Smith has had his Office elegantly re-
papered and reprinted, and with new and
handsome carpets he Will be prepared to
make 1t pleasant for his customers.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17
For Sale.

A good pasture OF 100 acres; living spring
water, shade and near the city.
4-1ts W. +. GREEN.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

One of the late improvements in the side
walk line is an eight-foot oak sidewalk on
Waco from Third north as far as Lakeside.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1884-04-17

The Occidental Hotel is undergoing re-
modelling process. The dining-room will
be OH the first floor and The present dining
room will be partitioned of into bed rooms
When completed it will accommodate con-
siderable number more, and day boarders
change.