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Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

From time to time the EAGLE has made
OF the various industries OF this
city, and referred with pride to the success
that has always attended well directed
effort and energy, no matter what the
chanpel SO long rs the business operated
was a Legitimate one. 1t now affords US
pleasure to refer our readers to the business
of Mr.. o. d. Stocker, whose Office is now on
Wichita street, south of the FIT. Scott de-
pot. In the fall Of 1873 Mr.. Stocker came
here poor young man, as has inary an
other, but possessed Of honesty, energy and
perseverance, three attributes to success
full business life. He then found quarters
with the Arkansas Valley Lumber compa-
ny, and being plasterer by trade, soon be-
came contractor with a large force Of
workmea. For several years he followed
his trade, but finally branched out little
and engaged in. the sale of lime, hair, plas.
ter and cement This departure proved a
success, and finding his quarters inadequate
to his business, last November he moved to
his present location, where his business has
steadily grown in dimensions. Sometime
last March he began the manufacture OF
plaster decorations, such as center pieces,
brackets, etc. for which there is large
and growing demand. To-day he has i
commodious building well filed with such
goods and articles as appertain to his line
Of business, and receives and fills orders
from nearly all the smaller towns In the
southwest. He is, we believe, the only
party in the state that manufactures plaster
decorations, and he also carries one OF the
largest and most complete line Of marble
lied iron and slate mantles west of Kansas
City. Several men are kept constantly en-
picyed in the manufacture of these plaster
decorations.of which he has large variety
OF patterns. Mr.. Stocker, is an old bach, by
the way, and has his private rooms fitted
up as only an old bachelor can, unless it
would be an elderly maiden. The only
mystery to us is, how SO successful bust
ness man as Mr.. Stocker can be Democrat
but then, the ways of the Democracy were
ever past finding ont.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01
SOLD ATTEMPT At STEALING,

One OF the boldest attempts at horse
stealing that has come TO our notice for a
long time. occurred In this city Wednesday
evening. Mr.. and Mrs. y. r. Niede.lander
had been out riding that evening and lust
as il was getting fairly dark refined their
horse in home, hitching him to post in
front of their residence, on the corner, OF
Third and Fourth avenues. Mr.. aud Mrs.
Niederlander then went into the house. bu,
had hardly got seated when they heard
their little daughter. who happened to be
out in the yard. calling " Papa. papa,"
MIR. n. ran to the door, looked out. saw
man fooiirg around his buggy. aud FASTENED
to see what was the matter. As soon as
Mr.. \. got to the gate the man set of at
run. On reaching the buggy il was found
that the wonid-be thief had unaffected the
animal and would 10 \ few minutes more
been off on his back. II was then too dark
to see who the man was, and Of course he
.scaped.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01
PERSONAL MENTION.

H. A. Cone, of Topeka, is registered at
the fremont.
&C. A. Moore came down from Garden
Plain yesterday.
&C. E. Goddard, of Leayenworth, wa:
on the staeets yesterday.
l.. Bushy arrived in the city yesterday
from kingman.
Fred II. Tiffany and family. of Roches-
ter, n. T., are in the city.
Professor s. II, Deneen and son, OF
Lebanon, Illinois, arrived in the city last
evening.
Mrs. J. W. Haitzell has returned from
a very pleasant two weeks visit with
friends at the capital.
Judge Hill came up from Fit. Scott last
evening. We understand that he visits
Wichita for the purpose OF laying one and
half miles more of gas main.
N. A. English returned yesterday from
brief visit to Elk county. He says crops
are fin down there but that they can't
equal those of sedgwick.
ID. ii. Stoner, who returned yesterday
from business trip to Belle Plaine and
Wellington, says that the former place is
very lively and that several new buildings
are being erected.
Mr.. A. l.. Clark, editor Of the Hutchin-
son Herald, dropped down on us last even
ing. He reports business good in his city,
though he thinks the newspaper field is
rather crowded at tlat point.
Mrs. IL. a. Cone, of Topeka, Who has
been spending some weeks al Gueda
Springs for the benefit of her health, ar
rived Mt the Occidental Wedre,tay on her
return home. She derived great deal of
benefit from the Springs.
Col. H.W. Lewis retarned home last ey-
ening from his trip to the G. A. X. encamp-
ment at Minneapolis. Mrs. Lewis and her
daughter Fannie stopped at Chicago,
where they viii spend several days with
friends.
ID. ID. Myers, conductor on the Arkan-
sas City branch Of the santa Fe, registered
at the Douglas Avenue last night. Mr..
Myers has just recovered from severe sick
spell and goes to take charge of his train
tomorrow
Dr. Geo. Nasey, father of Mrs. Rev
Phillips Of This city, who is out west gath
ering specimens of grazing grasses for eX-
hibition at the Worlds fair at New Orleans,
departed "Wednesday evening for Colorado
and New Mexico, after very pleasant visit
with his daughter and son-in-law.
Miss Phene Stamper and Miss Hattie
Brown, who have been the guests of the
Mrs. divers for several weeks. will leave
for their home at Decatur. H., to-day.
While in this city these ladies have made
friends who will ever be pleased
to welcome them back to this city.
Hon. Nj. Zimmerly expects TO leave
this morning for Gueda Springs, and will
probably be gone several weeks. He will
be accompanied by Chas. Snitzler For
some weeks past Mr.. Zimmerly has been
with rheumatic troubles in one of
his knees and also u disagreeable sensation
In his head, caused by close application to
business. This is the first respite he has
taken from business for long time and he
does it hoping a change of climate and the
medicinal properties OF the famous waters
will bring him out all right again. We
wish both these gentlemen pleasant jour
ney and hope to see Zmmerly come back
July restored 10 health.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01
THE G. A. R.sF0R BLAME,

Last evening Col. II. W. Lewis returned
from the q. A. II. nstional encampment
full OF enthusiasm for Blaine and Logan
He says thai on their way up and while
the train was between Albert Lee and
Minneapolis, vote was taken to find out
just how the g. A. X. boys stood on the
question. There were 40
members of the Grand Army on the train,
who voted as follows: Butler 10, Cieye-
land IL and Blaine AIS. ou returning aud
between tae same points another vote was
taken. This time there were ia members
Of the Il. A. II. on the train, and their pref.
crences were IS follows: st. John >,
Cleveland and Blaine Io5. Ii siraws indi-
cate which way the wind blows we uatu-
rally infer that on the anj OF November
next the Grand Army will stir up a large
sized breeze for the Plumed knight.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

The A. NJ. +. Sabbath school will give 4
picnic at Riverside park to-dar, August LIST
There will be addresses by Judge Benjamin
III. Fisher and others. There viii also be
singing by the school and classes, and other
amusemenis. Besides basket and picnic
dinner there will be boating. swinging,
plays, etc. Mrs. VI. Anderson. formerly o.
Columbus, Ohio, will deliver an address.
\ good time is guaranteed. Come one.
come all. BY order Of committee.
J. MCAFEE. Superintendent.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01
lnsrrrurE NOTES.

Yesterday morning, by previous arrange
ment, the institute met as political body,
all caucusing being done the day before.
There was not much dihcuity in orgauiz-
ing and getting the delegates seated. The
delegates from each state selected chair
man, or chairman that gave the vote Of the
delegates. The unit rule was not adopted.
We had delegates from Afteen different
states aud one from Canada; she was i'm
mediately naturalized by the Illinois dele.
CATION. Mr.. Halleck, president. and Mr..
Jay, secretary. Below you will find a
statement Of the votes BY states:
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

Oscar Smith, who has rooms at the Ire
mont hotel, had bed mate Thursday night
tAat wasn't down on the bin of fare Smith
]elt something tickling him in the region of
he short-ribs. and woke up iEstanter and
tunpcd out OF bed. but his visitor staid with
hin, and the more he shook i, off the
Fighter Il held on. For moment he thought
- wss being devoured by tarsntula. but
- proved 10 he an innocent little bat that
hi taken lodgment up his shirt sleeve.
&mfsh now thinks he knows how to sympa.
1tt1e VITA mouse when a woman gets
611er Il.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01
Trett:le Raee.

Match race at Carey's park Friday, Au-
gust LIST. at p. m. between N. A. Cuenod's
Standard Bearer; W. Longs Light Bird,
and James Cairns Banner Boy. Pure,
$3.50; first horse to take entire purse; three
in Eve, National rules 20 govern. es-ss
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01
NOTICE.

NOTICE.
The Democratic primaries for the several
wards Of the city OF Wichita will be held
on Saturday, August End, 1854, at 3 O'Clock
p. m. sharp, at the following places.
First ward-At the city Offices.
Second Ward.---Childs 4 Oaks store on
Main Street.
Third Ward-E. G. Smiths carpenter
shop-Cor"er Main and Third Streets
o. ID. KIRK,
Sec'y. \. A. ENGLISH,
Chairman Co. Cen. Com.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

II is not all OF life TO live nor all OF death
10 die--or words to that effect. But it's
deucedly hard Ia be waited rpon by COM
mittee Of handsome school ma'arms who
iasist on taking you 20 \ lawn party and
you have TO say no. That's what allied the
writer last evening, and by the eternal hills.
tie next young lady that pleads for our
company il going to get it. if all the news
papers in the country have to suspend issue
uext morning.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

The divorce case of John Thilman VS..
Sarah A. Thilman, was concluded In the
district court yesterday, the court grant
ing divorce to Mrs. Thilman, bu; gave
her no alimonY.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

The business in the register OF deeds, Of
lice Tor the month ending yesterday, was
the lightest for any one month since last
October, and yet the boys managed TO re-
cord 444 deeds and 27S chattel mortgages.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

There are large number OF transient
people In the city at the present time, and
our hotels are crowded to their fullest ca
Dacity.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

The following figures Will show the re-
ceipfs and disbursements at the county
treasurer's Office up to the hour of closing
business yesterday: Receipts, S27s. 20.
Disbursements, S30S.:,1.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

The addition to Mr.. Geito'- building, on
the corner Of Douglas avenue and Main
street, will soon be completed.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

The past month has been very good
one in the police court, Judge Glenn bay-
ing collected In fines and costs S6s0.95
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

There were three cases before his Honor
Judge Glenn yesterday plain drunk, a
disorderly, and an assault case. AT the
conclusion of the trials the city was sl3
ahoal
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

The city was billed yesterday for the
great Anglo-American Circus and Menage-
rie, which will exhibit here on the 18th
inst
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

The numerous divorce cases in the dis
trict court are now dragging their nasty
lengths slowly along.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

John Peter received twelve votes among
the teachers attending the institute yester-
day, but every one was the ballot OF wo-
man.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

We have received new supply Little
Joker Smoking Tobacco
64-so WICHITA WHOLESALE GROCER Co.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

A handsome new sign was yesterday put
up in front OF S. b. Hagan a. Sons grocery
store.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

Avery delightful party was given Thurs
day evening at the residence of DIR. Mccoy
in honor OF their TT. Scott guests, Mr.. and
Mrs. A. Popkiss. A number OF intimate
friends were present. and the evening was
passed very pleasantly, Mr.. aud Mrs. DIR.
Mccoy being among the most hospitable of
entertainers.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

The funeral of Miss Ella Barnes took
place yesterday morning from the residence
Of her parents, on Mosley avenue. The re-
mains were followed to the cemetery by a
large and sorrowiul number of friends and
acquaintanees.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

A lot OF iron cornice for new business
block at Belle Plaine. was yesterday ship
ped 10 that place by Mr.. }. Bissantz OF this
city.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

Fritz Snitzler and a lof OF other small
boys had fine time yesterday in viewing
the show pictures.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

The case Of L. NJ. Lane vs.. ID. J. Tangney
was called in Justice Thomas court yester-
day, but owing to the absence of material
witness the trial was continued until s
O'Clock this morning. The defendant is
charged with threatening the life of the
plaintiff. who brings suit 10 have him
(Lapgney) placed under bonds TO keep the
peace.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

The Democratic primaries will be held in
the several wards OF the city Saturday next.
See call In another column.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

The Young Mems Republican club will
speak for Itself la no event will its men,
bership call upon any Democrat, dude or
mugwump 10 define their principles. The
cluo will plant itself squarely on the ma
Aonal Republican platform which means
honesty, virtue and good government aud
they will be heard from "and don't you
forget H. -
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

Cbas. Sni,Zler has received the contract
TO furnish the circus that will be here on
the 18th, with $50 pounds of meat per day.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

lack Massey, one of Sedgwick City's
livest merchants, was in the city yesterday
sizing up the markets and seeing the sights.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01
Baggage.

l run baggage wagon in connection
with the street ear line and sitend all
trains. Leave orders at street ear stables
or with driver Ofstreet ears.
as-1t &. r. LEWIS
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01
SPECIAL NOTICES.
Read and Reaset.

A good girl can find desirable place AZ
good wages in the family of II. J. Chatfield
Apply at is store on Douglas ave. 6i-rf
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

Several parties in and about the city com
PLAIN great deal about peach thieves.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01
Go East via the st. Louis, #. Scott 4 Wieh-
ita Railroad

are landed in Kansas City early in the af-
ternoon and make close connections with
all trains. II is true that we leave early,
but passengers will go by the above pOpu-
lar route no matter what time the train
leaves.
For further inforlaii"n please call on the
undersigned, who will gladly furnish par
ticulars. Yours truly.
27-tf AD. \. JONES.
AGENT
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

The divorce case of Bush VS.. Bush is ow
on trial in the district court.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

The total receipts OF the ice cream festi-
val given ut the w. G T. L. rooms. We'd
nesday evening, were $3.50, leaving II net
OF S23. In addition TO our report of the
festival In yesterdays EAGLE, we are in
formed that quite late in the evening Mrs.
Bailey recited second poem, entitled
"Only Girl" which was very fine, as was
also the singing by Mrs. Prof. Albeit.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

Several Ohio parties are in the city look
ing up n location.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

Get ready for the circus, which will be
here on the 18th.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01
Fresh 0ystsn

Served in every style at all hours day and
night at kerber's lunch room and bakery,
fourth door from corner Water street and
Douglas avenue, No. Il. The trade sup
piled after September /. Gilt
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

A Spanish cen; cigar at Central Drug
Store is the cigar for the money.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

At social dance given at Major Davis
home, between the two rivers, last
Wednesday night, some young blood
from this city thought 10 impose upon
the party, and so took TO the hop mem.
Der OF the demi monde from this place. As
soon as the Major found il out he raised a
regular "Cyclone,r and the aforesaid
parties lost no time in finding their
way back TO the city. The dance then pro-
gressed and proved very enjoyable to all
presert.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

The trotting race to take place at Carey's
park this afternoon at > O'Clock, promises
TO be very interesting, and it will doubtless
be attended by full delegation OF horse
men. II will be the best three in five for
purse Of $3.50, first horse to take the whole
purse. The animals that will contest are
Standard Bearer. Light Bird and Banner
Boy. These are all pretty feet nags, and
the race will be worth seeing
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

Bring Your babies. Your children and all
the big folks TO Baldwin & O.tergrcn's, and
be photographed with lightning speed. 32-tf
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01
Farms 70: Sail.
Money at Cheap Rates.

We have made arrangements 10 loan
money in this part Of Kansas tor the North
western Mutual Life Insurance Company,
o Milwaukee, and can offer lower rates
than have ever been made in this section Of
the country. Local agents wanted in adj
jacent counties.
35-tf BUNNELL 4 RoYs.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

People who have noticed the elon-g ated
countenances and downcast eyes of lank
Owen, koss Harris and. l.. ID. skinner, of
the Kansas State Bank, must remember
that at the present time they are resting
under very black cloud, and the moral
portion Of the community should suspend
Judgment until the investigations in GER
tain divorce suit arc completed, when it is
believed these gentlement will again stand
fourth in their original maiden purity.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

We are making = reduction ON ali Of
Stacy. Adams 4 Cos. hand sewed shoes for
men. come and get pair while hey are
selling 20 cheap. A. ALIEN
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

No. IS Douglas avenue is where you
can rest comfortably while waiting for
your pictures. -
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

A good stock of groceries, on the best
corner in the city, for sale by the Wichita
Land d Loan Co. ontf
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

A good drug business for sale. For
particulars enquire Of Innes 4 Ross
5-tf
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01

Reynolds Bros celebrated fine shoes Tor
women at reduction OF seventy five cents
per pair. Ladies. now is the time to get
pair of the best shoes Tor less than they are
worth. A. ALLEN.
Aft
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01
FOR SALE.
Crafts European Hetel, Restaurant and Cen
fsctiensry.

Being compelled TO go east at an early
date will sell my entire business to \ cash
purchaser. or will sell the restaurant and
confectionery. Have lease on the build
ing for three wears. For particulars adj
dress. K z. GRAY,
Stiff Wichita, Kan.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-01
Fast lime and Close Connection via the ST. loui
f. Scott 4 wichita R. r.
Notice.

All persons are hereby warned not TO
purchase my note for $500 dated July Goth,
1884, payable at Wichita National Bank in
10 days from date as the same was obtained
by fraud. j. II. PICKET,
6,-3t Guelph. Kan.
Connecticut western news., 1884-05-28
MEMORIAL DAK.
How Observed at North Canaan.

Decoration day has become national holiday and is fast growing into favor with the people, without distinction of party or sect.
 David s. Cowles Post, No. 60, GA. R., and the citizens generally propose to observe the day by appropriate doings and ceremonies,
 The general order will be as fol- lows:-
 The Post will leave their hall in the old Warner house at 2 A. M., sharp. The members of the Post will be conveyed in carriages to Ashley Falls, Mass ar irving at the cemetery there at 7:30 A. M., when the ceremony of decorating the graves of our departed heroes will take place. From thence the Post will proceed to Clayton, Mass. halting there at 8:30 A. M., to perform the same duty. From there they will proceed to Canaan Valley; arriving there at 9:30 A. M. Al ter decorating the graves there the march will continue to East Canaan cemetery; halting there at 1O:30 A. NJ. From there the route will be by the mp. per road to Canaan depot. At Rennett's four corners the column will be received by the Cavalry company, citizens the children of all the schools in town there assembled at 11:30 A. M., whe1  the march, led by Holley Manufactur ing Co.'S. band, will continue to tn, lower cemetery. From thence return in order of march, to the Town hall where the public services will take place
 The oration will be delivered by Re k. F. Atwood, chaplain of dept of Conn. after which there will be an opportuni ty for voluntary speeches. The musi of the occasion will be furnished b Holley Manufacturing Co.'S. band i connection with the glee club of the de pot and the East Canaan glee club.
 It is hoped and expected that tn march of the Post around to the sewers cemeteries will be joined by citizens thus swelling the column as it advance
 After the services at the hall dime will be served at the Warner house fC the Post and it's guests.
Connecticut western news., 1884-05-28
CoRREsPoNDENCE.

AS CORRESPONDENT are requested to send in their communications so as 10 reach us on Monday of each week. as we cannot insure the insertion of any correspondence recelVeoaiteF that time. ,
 ar Write only on one side of the paper and send something each week if possible. Don't wait until you can gather full column to send "all at once," but let us hear from you rom week to week. if you can't give more than two items at time, remembering that netcS is not improved by age.
Connecticut western news., 1884-05-28
c. r. Hall 5' Co.'S Column.
First Lesson. To Whom il May Concern
 We Mean YOU!
 Ifyou are interested in Ready Made CIothingI

and we are sure that you are, either directly or indirectly the mother her boy ; the wife her husband they all bear a strong relation to each other, and it is a pride in every family to see its members neatly and comfortably dressed if not eX- pensively, as we often say, make a good appearance.
 We are not all born with sil- yer spoons in our mouths. There must be hewers of wood and drawers of water, and how often we are puzzled to make both ends meet; yet we do man. age to get along and live, for where there's a will there's a way, and q