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National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-03-12


"Romnanr' price-..... ............."....13c
"ReMnanEs' in Wash Fabrics.
The special sale Of the
above goods advertised the
first of the week was a grand
success; we we're more than
pleased, and as a mark of re-
ciprocation we shall offer
Friday, Remnant Day, the
accumulation OF shortlengths,
ends, &C., at greatly reduced
Remnant" prices.
nant price OF i6c per yd: lengths IL TO 2la yds.
~ remnants ofApfon Check Bingham, from
la to . yards.
Regular price-.;.........."".. ......'''''...."Sc
Remnant price".;.......;; ,,.....:.,.s-Bc
81 Remnants OF Best Prints, lengths from o to
mgnar Srcs ......-.'''-SS
RSmn%Sts' P II Plaid Dress Gnshnms
length 70 0 yards g
RHsn&r PF!eg p ;ii;,,,.,.,.ii22a'
Considering the low price
at which these goods are Of
fered, while the reductions
do not seem large, they are
really exceptional, as an eX-
animation will show.
"RemnaatS' in Hosiery.
Spirited sales during the
past week enable us to offer
special attractions in this de-
partment on Friday, March
IS, Remnant" Day.
10 Pairs Ladies' Cardinal Hose, drop stitch
white toes and heels. size and o.
Msgniar e..
4Pairs ladies' Light Pink Hose. drop Stitch
extra fine quality, size Sia.
10 Pairs chndrcn,s Black Cotton Hose,
spliced feet, size and 6la.
Regular price. .i.......-. ..,.......-32 q 3ac
1s pSirs Ghdreens Brown and Gray Mixed
Ribbed Hose. size q and 6f1
oraFs cRidreRR F'f Stone Gray Ribbed Cash
mere Hose, sizes 6l5. z, and Tn.
Regular price pTit ELL. .''.''''-60' o. & SOC SOC
70 PAIRS Ladies Light PiGls and Blue Hose.
silk clocked extra quality, slightly Aoiled
Regular price,
"RemnanU price. ..,.,..,,...,,.,..".....25c
@ Pairs Light Pink Hose, drop stitch, splendid
quality, size ..
Regular pTice-,....... ,...................37lac
"Remnant' prlce...---........ ,.,,.,,.. 20
10 Pairs Ladies' Fine Black Isle Thread Hose,
drop stitch. double heels and toes size Sl2 and o..
Regular Prlce, ".,''..',,.'.....,Obc
hRpmnaDtp Price DOC
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-03-12
DRY GOoDS.
DRY GOODS.
~-------.-----s--~--s4--. l~----4ee~~--~1s-
WOODWARD & LoTHRoP,
Ei1av. Remnant Day.

WOODWARD q LoTHRoP.
Eiday! Remnant Day.
"REMNANTs" IN DRESS GOODS
1t is next to impossible to
cut a large quantity of piece
goods without leaving rem
nants, and it is almost next
to impossible to sell them.
They are the "bane of the
business beyond a doubt.
Our Remnant Day Sale
has solved the problem for us
satisfactory and successfully.
Having made a profit on the
body of the pieces, our Gus
toners appreciate buying the
ends at reduced or "Rem-
nant" Prices, while the goods
are clear, seasonable, and de-
sirable. Special attractions
in this department Friday,
Remnant" Day.
We must have room for
our spring wraps-winter
wraps must go, hence the
very low Remnant" Prices
at which they are marked.
1t will pay you to buy for
next seasons wear.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-03-12

Fine Millinery.
We are now prepared to show
an unusually large and elegant
assortment of
Spring BOnnets and Hats.
which for beauty and design
|, stand unsurpassed in this city.
Handsome BOlnetS Of Gold Bullion.
Latest Novelties In Straw Hats.
Fancy Feathers.
Gold and Silver LaCeS.
Roman Bunting SCarfS for Hat Trim
ming
Ribbons Shaded Roman Stripes and
Polka Dots, in all widths,
We offer for sale an elegant
All-silk Ribbon, in all widths,
starting No. 8 at 124c and No.
10 at 100 a yard. They are a
bargain
Spring Wraps.
Our line Of these goods is now
complete, and comprises the
very latest makes in
Spring Visites,
Spring Raglans,
Spring Newmarkets.
Tailor-finished Walking Coats,
of fine stockinette, in black and
brown, at 5000.
Odd Sizes in Spring Visites
will be closed out at a discount
Of 20 per cent,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-03-12

"OGaS' In MEMS furnishings.
Not having the shirts to
match, and only a few sizes,
we have marked our entire
stock of mems Merino Draw
ers at a specially low "Rem-
nant" price.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-03-12

TaYthree lines in THE REPUBLICANS "Wan
columns. Three times, % cents.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-03-12
Groceries.

Again We quote;
Tomatoes in glass,
Five Jars for 81, 90
Chambers Peaches for Cream,
Three large cans for 81. 90
Evaporated Apples,
Nine pounds for q. 90
Eyaporated Peaches,
Three ana one-half pounds for 81. 90
Plain Dried Peaches,
Bright Frult-seven pounds for 81. 90
New Turkish Prunes,
sixteen pounds for 81. 90
New French Prunes,
Twelve pounds for 81 90
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-03-12
Dry Goods Dept.
WASH FABRICS.

100 pieces Plain and Figured
Satteens, guaranteed to be fast
colors, at loo a yard,
AT BAUM'S.
Amoskeag Canton Ginghams,
the best in the market, at loo a
yard, -
AT BAUMS.
A full assortment of Koechlin
Frere's French Satteens, in plain
and figured, at our popular
prices,
AT BAUM'S.
One case best Indigo Blue
Prints, at &c a yard,
AT BAUM'S.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-03-12

Mixed Cloth Newmarket double-breasted
full back, ize 80
Regular prlce............... .......,.....,S 90
"Remnnnt' price-u,....,.,,...,..,.".. - 90
own Cloth Coats, double breasted. stand
Ing collar, splendid shape. sizes So and 40.
Regular price. ....,........ ...,..,.,.,,..tb W
"ltemnnnp price ...,.........,...". . 90
Brown Beaver Coat Astrachan Collar and
Guns, perfect In shape and finish, size 81
nngulhr Irice. .;,..'''-''''"''''''''''''slo W
'Rennallt' Price ...,................s . W
2 Bronze Brown Stockinette Newmhrkets
splendldy made and trimmed, perfect in shape
and finish
t..Bului ss''''fiO w
"Remnant' Price 4 90
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-03-12

Special Sale prices terminate Sat.
urday, March Ia.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-03-12
4O-inch Gilbert Stockings.

4O-inch Gilbert Stockings.
so pieces of the above goods
Just received, in all desirable
shades, at SOC yard,
AT BAUM'S.
3e-inch Atwood Cashmeres,
in the popular spring shades, at
SOC a yard, -
AT BAUM'S
New Styles in Plaids.
Very elegant effects in Plaid
Dress Goods, at 36c yard,
AT BAUM'S.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Abilene Post, No. So, G. A. r. held
meeting Monday night and considered
the matter of attending the grand re-
union to be held in Topeka, commenc-
ing Sept. 80. They propose to go as a
post in uniform, and compete for the
prize to be given to the post showing the
best appearance in the grand procession
to take place there. This post now
numbers between four End five humid
red members, and the boys propose to
carry away the first prise on that occa-
sion. Another meeting for final arrange
ments will be held at the court house
Monday evening, Sept. %. Meantime,
all who expect to go should report to
Post Commander SchOpp, who is chair
man of the committee having the mat
ter in charge. The committee of ar
rangements at Topeka want to know
how many will 60 from here, at an
early day, that arrangements may be
made for their accommodation while
there. The railroad fare will be only
one cent mile; about 81 for the round
trip. All old soldiers will please hand
in their names as soon as possible to
Quarter Master Kenyon.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

There will be no school at the Cen
trail Pen Art Hall and Business College
this week. This will give to those at
tending chance to enjoy themselves
at the fair and etc. School will be
open as usual on Monday next at 8
O'Clock a. m. The night class in Pen
manship will begin in earnest next
Monday evening at 8 o'clock. This
will be an excellent opportunity fol
clerks and others that cannot attend
during the day to learn how to swing
the quill.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Mr.. Lou Spangler and VIM. Spangler
and family, all of Marshall county, ILL.,,
have been visiting their friends, Will
and c. G. Sherwood for several days.
They left on the noon train Wednesday
for their home, much pleased with
Dickinson county. Mr.. VIM. Spangler,
of Beatrice, Neb., came in last Satur-
urday and is visiting the above mention
ed families. He came directly from
Grainfield, Cove county, having pur-
chased half section of land there.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

The Abilene Foundry has the con-
tract for putting in a fifteen horse-pOw.
er engine for the Abilene Feed Compa.
ny. This Company was burned out
sometime ago, and the REFLECTOR is
pleased to learn that they have made
arrangements to commence business
again on a much larger scale. They
will erect large and substantial build
ing on the old site.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

DR.. Bowers sermon to business men
last Sunday evening proved to be one of
his ablest and most interesting efforts
and was listened to by large and well
pleased audience. The Dr's. discourse
next Sabbath eve will be on the same
subject.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Mrs. H. Nickles, Of Hope, came in on
the noon train last Friday from Hays
City, where she has been visiting for
sometime past.
IS. Hallam s f. T. Parker wish,
through the columns of the REFLECTOR,
to invite the hundreds of people attend
ing the Fair to visit them and learn the
extreme low prices which they are Civ.
ing in soft and hard coal, lumber, doors,
sash, blinds, SC.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Mrs. W. L. Cooley, who has been Wis.
iting her old home, Malone, and other
cities in New York state, returned
home Friday morning last. Mrs.
Cooley was accompanied home by Mr..
Cooley's sister, Miss Lizzie, who will
assist him in the jewelry store.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

c. j. McDivitt has purchased the
Abilene Chronicle of J. w. Hart. j. w.
has made good paper for his readers
for many years and they will be sorry to
lose him, yet they may find in Mac an
able journalist who will do his best to
keep the Chronicle up to its present
high standing. The REFLECTOR well
comes Mr.. McDivitt to the journalistic
field, but would whisper, ''hold your
temper, Mac"
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

The following is the prohibition cOun-
ty ticket, and it is composed of men
who are worthy the support of every
prohibitiOnist in the county: For Treas
urer, James Strachan; County Clerk,
J. NJ. Stewart; Register of Deeds, S.
p. Harrington; Sheriff, S. l.. Graham;
Commissioner I'd District, Abram Lesh-
er. The REFLECTOR is informed that
these gentlemen will make an active
canvass.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Your attention is called to the report
of the Abilene Building and Loan AS
ISOLATION. 1t is good showing. Every
reader of this paper who is DESTROYS Of
having a home of his own should see
Mr.. Crane and learn full particulars of
this worthy institution.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Don't fail to see Maude Atkinson,
now playing at Bonebrake Opera House.
She was immense in Fanchon Monday
night, in Lady Camilla Tuesday night
and in Pyamalion and Galatea Wednes-
day night. She plays the popular mill
tary drama, French Spy, tonight.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Mrs. G.. Teats has been appointed
postmaster at hope. The REFLECTOR
congratulates Mrs. Teats and bespeaks
for the patrons of that Office accommo-
dation and faithfulness on the part of
Mrs. T. She will make good post
master.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

We understand that the republican
candidates and their friends have pledg-
ed themselves to the Woman's Chris
tan Temperance Union, if the Union
will give them their support, and that
should they be elected, they will see to
itthat the prohibitory law is enforced.
Reader, what do you think of the
trade.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

]. II. Lyon, the gentlemanly Passen-
ger Agent of the Missouri Pacific Rail-
way, was in the city Tuesday in the in
terest of this popular road. If any of
our readers are going East they should
see that their tickets read by this route.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Mr.. G. S. Kreider has sold his hotel
in Ellsworth, and came in on the noon
train last Sunday determined to make
Abilene his future home. There is no
place so enticing as Dickinson county
and Abilene.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Mrs. Geo. Kirby and Miss Maggie
Lumsden, who have been visiting fol
several weeks with The family of r. n
Curtis and other friends in this vicinity
returned to their home in Jerseyville
ILL.,, Monday night.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

The Ladies Band Concert at the
Opera House last Friday evening was
of the highest order. The ladies play
ed well and certainly give promise of
becoming the leading band of this city.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Considerable interest was taken in
the morning race at the fair grounds
last Saturday, four horses entered,
Brown Charlie winning in So Sec,
Brown Bud second.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Mr.. H. J. Burrough and wife returned
Sunday afternoon from their bridal tour.
They will be lat home" to their many
friends in few days at their new home
on west 9th street.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

The REFLECTOR, as last week con-
tinues to be in the lead, and is truly a
representative paper of the business
firms of Abilene. Look to the bargains
offered by our advertisers.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Be sure and patrOnize the Fire De-
partment for lunches, refreshments,
&C., while at the Fair. Refreshments
will be served at all hours and at rea-
sonable prices.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

The Hayes items did not reach us I'M
til last Thursday. They were thank
fully received and we trnst that items
from that section will reach us every
week not later than Tuesday.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Mr.. G. G. NewcOmb and Miss Ida
Edwards were married in this city, on
the 18th instant, by Rev. DR.. Welsher.
The happy couple left on the afternoon
train for Colorado.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

We are glad to notice the appoint
ment of Frederick Hartman to the po-
sition of postmaster at Herin:.on His
appointment is surely good one.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24
Haas & Sons.

have just received a large stock of
Table Linens, Napkins, Doylies, Towels
and Crashes. Their prices are surpris-
ngly low.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24
LaMaster's New Hog Cholera Remedy

Sure cure and preventive for Hog
Cholera. Recommended by Jon Hum
barger and other farmers of Dickinson
county. Sold by
d. G.. SMITH, Druggist,
Abilene, KaS.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

The Fire Companies will have booth
on the Fair grounds, at which the hun
CRY can be fed. Every one should make
it point to patroniZe the boys.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Ed. Clark, an emyloye in Paul & ia
cobs carpenter shop, is dangerously i'll
with typhoid fever at the residence of
Mr.. SechriSt in south Abilene.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Nc. Curdy Bros. will in a few days
commence the erection of two more
brick business houses just south of
BreniZer'S new store.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

The Presbyterian Sunday School will
rive a concert exercise at that church
next Sunday evening. All are invited
to attend.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

II feel for you," said the pickpocket
at the fair, as his fingers glided toward
q well filled purse.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Mrs. j. R. Wilson, of Marshall Co.,
Kas., is visiting her numerous friends
in Cheever township.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

DR.. Bowers has organized catechetical
class for children and young folks who
meet in the Lutheran church every Sat-
urday afternoon at o'clock.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Company D. is making great prepare
ton for a grand time at Topeka next
week. They think it will be so nice to
live on hard tack and bacon.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24
~ b. II. D'HUY, PHI. G.
"a Opposite Depot.

Miss Genevieve Carpenter returned
last Friday from her photographic
studies in Chicago, and is welcomed
home by her many friends.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Good work is now being done on the
streets-especially Fourth street. Let
the good work continue.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Farmers are bringing in considerable
wheat this week, they must have change
for the big show and the fair.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Col. w. A. Hansbrsugh, of Leayen-
worth, is in the city and will take in
the sights and races at the Fair this
week.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Subject of the discourse at the Bap-
fist church next Sunday evening, "An-
anias the liar"
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Call in and see Milt Brenizer's daisy
store room on Buckeye. Everything is
30 neat and attractive within.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

"Blood-food" is the suggestive name
often given to Ayers Sarsaparilla, be-
cause of its blood qualities.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

sheppard Bros. have increased their
stock and are doing rushing business
on Buckeye.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

DR.. Bowers discourse next Sunday
hight, will be to business men, on the
topic, "Can man be christian in bu-
siness2'
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Mr.. Corbett of Bunker Hill, Kansas,
spent Sunday in this city the guest OF
j, Augustine.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Miss Carrie Lesher was visiting with
Miss Emma Harrington several days
last week.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Mr.. H. Stott left for Nebraska last
Tuesday, on business trip Of three
weeks.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

For Window Shades go to Sewell's.
Stock unequalled in size and variety.
The latest colorS and patterns.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

a complete line of School Books at
NJ. NJ. BOwman's.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE.

Mrs. III. II. Hazlett is visiting in ST..
Louis.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

The Citizens Bank will be ready for
business in about two weeks.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

J. E. Bonebrake came in from the
east or Monday afternoons train.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

John Martin, of Topeka, was in the
city Tuesday looking up political mat
tiers.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

The races at the Fair to-day will be
immense.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Go and see Maude Atkinson tonight,
in the French Spy.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

The County Fair is booming. Every
body is going to the Fair to-day.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Frou, Frou, at the Opera House Fri
day evening.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

A basin of water placed in an oven
will keep bread or cake from scOrching.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

The REFLECTOR is the leading adver
Using paper of Dickinson county.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

Don't you hear dat bell''? The old
school bell, how familiar it sounds.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24
ANNOUNCEMENTS.

Have your prescriptions compounded
Mt John NJ. Gleissner's Drug Store, east
side of Broadway, cor. Sd street. 39-ly
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

We greatly miss the Chapman items
this week.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1885-09-24

A. G.. Buchanan made flying trip to
the eastern part of the State last week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-04-08

At . profit the many low-grade mining claims
which re now lying idle in that country.
The growth of the rubber industry in the
United States during the past ten years has
been remarkable. In 1875 the amount of
crude rubber manufactured into goods was
10, 900 900 pounds. Last year the consump-
ton reached %, 224 900 pounds.
England and Wales produced last year
together, wheat crop of n 1867 900 bushels.
at an average rate per acre of 29.S5 bushels.
Scotland raised 2. 34S, 900 averaging "a II per
acre. The total wheat crop of Great Britain
was 1856 900 less in 1884 than in 1883.
In New York, Philadelphia and other
Eastern cities is q movement for the reduc-
ton of prices of admission to amusements.
There is prospect that the time will come
when the young clerk may take his girl to
the theatre without the sacrifice of a whole
weeks salary Cincinnati Commercial Ga
zette..
Excepting during the three winter months,
the climate of Persia is warm and dry. For
nine months no rain falls and scarce a cloud
is to be seen. One who has not experienced
such a steady climate might think it would
prove monotopous But those who have en-
joyed it are very well satisfied with it, and
never miss the variable and stormy climate
of Europe and especially that of America.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-04-08
The Case of Miss SWEET.
MoRE TROUBLE roR CIVIL SERVICE Reform
ERs.

The civil service reformers have been
broght up against dead wall by the removal
of Mis.SSe tt, the pension agent at Chicago.
On no possible civil service theory can the
removal be justified Miss SWEET is an eff
Gent officer. Her commission has one year
to run. The commissioner of pensions, in
asking for her removal. stated that his ac-
ton was based neither upon personal nor Off
cial grounds, as no complaint could be made
against her or the management of her office
The democrats want the office, and pro-
pose to have it. Letters have been received
both BY the President and by the Commits
sioner of Pensions to-day from Miss SWEET
The President referred his letter to the Com
missioner of Pensions. and it is stated at the
White House that he intends to take no
notice of it. Secretary Lamar declined to
say anything about the case. 1t is evident
that Miss SWEET is to be forced out of the
office, and it will be curious to see what rea-
sons the administration will give to the
Senate next winter for having sus-
pended her. Some of the leading
civil service reformers tonight, who
do not quite have the courage to
openly say so, are in despair. If the Presi-
dent does not disavow this action there will
be no ground for them to stand upon. The
removal of Miss SWEET is q much greater vio-
lation Of every civil service principle than
the failure to nominate Pearson would
have BEEN Washington Correspondence of
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