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Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

A ST.. LOUIS street car line has sol
we'd the financial problem by reducing
drivers wages ten cents per day. If
lepk does not pay the usual divi-
directors might thump the
ves until trsae inezsssss
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15
NorsCE.

In the District Court of Ford county, Kansas.
Charlotte Hartman,
Louis c. Hartman.
The above NAMED defendant vii take notice
that he has been sued III tine above nsu,. ssrt ~
Charlotte Hartman: and thathe msss answer the
petition Of the piaiEtif aled therein on OF befcre
vii. be taken as true and Judgment rendered
graniug decree Of divorce 10 the sah Plaintiff !;
and Restoring her to her maiden name
BY JONES WHrTKsAWs
Af,eat: ". i. Peruxos, Clerk q Diftxx !.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

Judge g. W. Lindsey, of Hermitage,
Mo. lis in the city, and will secure a
half section of good land this week be-
fore returning home. He will bring
his family out next spring, and help
swell the western boom.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

Wenie & Cherrington have received
the books in which they will make alb
stracts of titles of lands in Ford county.
The sett Of books embraces four large
ones: and the work Of making abstracts
will commence at once.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

The Cimarron New West is right
lively local paper, and certainly de-
serves the generous support it is re-
ceiviug from the business men Of that
booming little city.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15
Hoods, Mitts, Gloves.
Go to the New Store for bargains.
The South Side Hotel

The South Side Hotel
Has been repaired, re6tted ard refur-
nished, and is now opened to the trav-
cling public. Everything home-like
and pleasant.
A good Feed Stable and large Horse
Pasture in connection
Prices reasonable. No drinks sold
on the premises. j. Ell. CRAWFORD.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

|
A petition signed by 594 legal voters
of Ford county, praying that an cleo
zion be called for the purpose of voting
on the question Of issuing bonds fo1
the erection or purchase of a bridge
across the Arkansas river, Immediately
south. of Dodge City, was taken under
consideration, and argued both for, and
against.
On motion Of j. Q. Shoup, the coun-
ty clerk was ordered to place notices in
the different county papers, ordering
an election to be held Tuesday, Febru-
airy Sd, 1885, at the different voting
precincts Of Ford county; to vote for
or against the issuing of bridge bonds,
$4,000 for the erection of a new bridge,
or $4,000 for the purchase of old one.
On motion of J. Q. Shoup, Joseph
West, Geo. C. Wick and j. w. Brock,
were appointed road viewers on petition
of G. Schmoker.
On motion, the bill Of S. w. Vandi-
vert for services as attorney in Dave
Mather case, was rejected
On motion, the contractor Of Court
House, was instructed to change the
tower Of same, at a cost not exceeding
$50. So that the same can be used
by the Fire department., to place there
in fire alarm bell.
On motion of John Torline, J. H.
Mathers, F. M. Reamer and r. Gaede,
were appointed to assist Probate Judge
in examining county treasurers books.
The Board, by request, instructed
county clerk to write to State Auditor
in regard to locating and correcting
township lines.
On motion of ]. @. Shoup, the coun-
ty printing was awarded to the Dodge
City TINES at legal rates for ensuing
year.
The county clerk was instructed to
advertise for bids for the furnishing Of
Canon City coal, Headlight oil, 175 .,
medicine and medical attendance for
county paupers; also for post-mortem
examinations at coroner's iniuests for
the ensuing year.
On motion, Board adjourned.
SAM'L GALLAGHER, JR.
County Clerk.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

VIM. Defrees, who kept road ranch
several miles south of Dodge City, died
at his residence Friday night last, after
short illness with lung fever The
deceased was about 35 years Of age.
He leaves no family to mourn his loss.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

The court house tower will be con-
structed SO as to admit of the erection
therein of a large bell for the fire COM
pany. We think this is good move.
A large FIRE bell will be an attractive
feature to the new court house.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

Mr. Zimmerman was chosen Chair
man of the Board of County Commits
s:oners, on Monday last, a compliment
most deserving his valuable services.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

VIM. A. Elliott and family have gone
to Brighton, Iowa, to remain a few
months. Mr.. Elliott was the late su-
perintendent CT the court house con-
struction.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

Some Of the amateurs who indulge in
the festive sport at the rink would
certainly prove greater successes in the
graceful art if they would put the skates
on their shoulders.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

A large number of our Crooked Greek
friends were in the city this week, lay
ing in new supplies of provisions. They
say that the "tenderfoot' still ccntin-
ues to arrive.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

We will have the best assortment of
Candies and Fruits ever exhibited in
Dodge, for Christmas holidays
GoRMAN & REAMER.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

The state of the weather has assum :
cd that sweet mildness the Kansas win
tiers of the past usually were.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15
Warm Cloth Skirts.
New store opposite Wright House.
FOR SALE.

Sixty head of yearling heifers, 150
head of 2 and 3 year old heifers. The
2 and 3 year old heifers are all high
grade short horn, and bred to thorough
short horn and Hereford bulls also 40
head Of high grade and thorough bred
short horn bulls, from l to 3 years old.
A. q. WETTICK,
Cimarron, Kans.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

W. G. Robertson, a prominent young
attorney of Buffalo, Mo-, is the guest
of Il. e. Pendleton, and is so favorably
impressed with our city that he will
probably CAST his fortunes with us.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

We understand that John L. Smith,
of Crooked Greek township, has accept
ed the nomination for Trustee. He will
make good officer.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15
Underwent Underwear!

Ladies, Misses and Childrens in scar
let and white, awful cheap. New store,
opposite Wright House.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15
Keep Warm.

Misses and Ladies Rubbers, and
Fleeced lined Caters at 'sBEE HIVE"
opposite Wright House.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

See the new advertisement of Ripple
Bros, who have the butcher shop in the
postoffice block. This firm is also doing
prosperous business in Larned.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

r. ". Evans, county treasurer, was
at Topeka, making settlement with the
State treasurer.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15
Merchant Tailor.

r. r. Robbins has his tailor shop in
the clothing house of O. Marsh &c.,
and persons who want clothing Of the
latest style and best make, will please
give HIM call.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15
SEALED PROPOSALS.

Sealed Proposals will be read at this Office up to
p m, Thursday, February 5, for furnishing the
County the ensuing year with Canon City Coal, al
for Headlight Oil, 175 : also for Medicine and
Medical attendance for paupere, also for Post-mor
tenn examinations at Coroner's inquests.
S. GALLAGHER, JR.
County Clerk.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15
w. MILTON,
3 e N II S r,
DODGE CITY, KAS.
n wears IN experience.
NOTICE FcR PUBLICATION.

Land U11ce IT Garden CITY, kansas,
January II, 1885.
Notice is hereby given that the following named
settler has filed notice OF his intention to make
final proof in support of his Claim, and that said
proof will be made before l.. E. McGarry, Clerk
of District Court, at Dodge City, Kansas, on Sat
urday February 81, 1885, viz: \. 3. Klaine, II. E
No 1861 for the NV Or section II township 25 8
range % ". He names the following witnesses to
prove his continuous residence upon, and cultiva-
tion Of. said land, viz: Frank Dnda, II. W Sutton
L.. 4. Mcintyre, Fred Martin, all OF Dodge City,
Kansas. ii. P. MYTON, Register.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

Miss Anna l. Supple, lately teacher
in the public school, intends returning
to her old home in Pennsylvania.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

j. D. Rapp has the contract for lay
ing the. stone of the new skating rink.
The work is progressing finely.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

Why do you pay So for Canon Coal
when you can getit for 1925 per ton
delivered. Coal yards near the depot.
J. COLLAR.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

Hobbies bakery and confectionery
one door north Of postofice on Bridge
street.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

Stoneware Of every description, fol
sale by j. Fl. CRAWFORD.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

w. E. Hood, A. T. & s. F. R. R.,
has returned from trip to his old home
in Pennsylvania.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

For farm work span Of heavy hors-
es is better than whole herd of bron-
chos.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

"Tansill's Punch is the best &c. CT
gar in the world, GoRMAN & REAMER
agents.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15
RAILROAD TIME TABLE.
P98TOFEECE NOTICE
CHURCH DIRECTORY

METHODIST EPIsCoPAL-Rev. ". ]. Elliott, pas
tor, at ii. L. church. I'd and 4th Sundays, at II a.
m and 7.30 p. n. Sunday School at o'clock p N.
Prayer meeting on Thursday evening.
BAPTIsT-Elder n. G. Collins, pastor. At Court
House every Sunday, II a. m. and u. p. m.
PREsBYTEEIAN-Rev. Sheldon pastor. Services
every Sunday II O'Clock and 7:50. Sunday school
Q O'Clock. Prayer meeting Tuesday evening.
CATHoLIc--Scrviccs at 10 a. m. every 4th Sunday
Of each month. Rev. Vonderlage, pastor.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

Canon Coal 1925 per ton delivered
Coal yards near the depot.
j. COLLAR.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15
Coal for Sale.
'Tanslll' 8 Punch. )"

All kinds of coal, not delivered, so
cents less per ton. Coal yards near the
depot. j. COLLAR.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

The public lands remaining not tax.
en- at the close of the present year will
not make garden patch.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

Albert Etherington has purchased
the stock of hardware of Perry Widen
and will dispose Of it at low prices.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15
Shoes! ShOeSi

Go to the "BEE HIVE for Ladies
and Childrens shoes, opposite Wright
House.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15
ATTENTION. a.ADlEs.

The undersigned is prepared to do all
kinds of rag carpet weaving. All kinds
Of carpet chain constantly on hand, and
ready-made carpets for sale. Address
WIN. II. GILLARD, Offerle, Kas. 6m
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

B. r. Wall, age 26 years, died Tues
day of pneumonia, after short illness.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

Machine Oil, a fine article, for sale
~ j. H. CRAWFORD.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

Ten cars of Canon Coal received to-
day. Coal yards near the depot.
j. COLLAR.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

The county printing was awarded tt
the TINES for another year.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15
Underwear; Underwear.

We are selling big bargains, come
and see US. New store opposite Wright
House.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

The public school opened on Monday
after vacation of three weeks.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

Something unusual in Dodge. One
price to all, GoRMAM & REAMER s.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

Master Willie Sidney, the Champion
Light Weight roller skater of the world.
will give an exhibition at the skating
rink on Thursday night, Jan. ed.
Admission, 35c. ........ Children, Is.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15
Blankets: Blankets:

Full line at ''New Store" $1.00 pair
up.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

Lots of new corners every week, wht
loose no time in securing land.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15
Bucklen's Arnica Sa!ye.

BNckIcn s AFHlCI SnsYc.
The best SaIve i'm the world for Cuts.
Bruises. Sores. Ulcers. Salt Rheum. Fever
Sores, letter. CDapped Hands Cbllbains
Corns. and all Skin Eruptions. and posts
lively cures Piles. or TO pay required. 1t
is guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction.
or money refunded. Price % cts per box.
For sale at City Drug Store
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

S. A. Billiard has returned from his
Boston visit.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

Oh; say, Nc, have you tried the
'Tansills Punch Cigar? German &
Reamer sells them, they are "Dandies."
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

The foundation for the new skating
rink was commenced on Monday.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

So much slush, mud and freezing
rever before known in this wild desert.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

NOTICE.
STATE OF KANSAS,
Ford County.
In the District Court OF the 18th Judicial District
settingin aud for Ford county, Kanfas.
Amelia Warwick.
ys.
Hatfield Warwick
The defendant, Hatfield Warwick, viii take no
tice that he has been sued in the above entitled
court for divorce By the plaintiff and that the pc
tition filed the 31st day Of December, AID,
1854, and that he must plead, answer or demur to
the same or before Feb. nth 1885, or the same
viii be taken as true and Judgment rendered ac-
cordingly. z. D. SWAN,
Attorney for Plaintiff.
Attest: W. F. Petition,
Clerk Of District Court.
By AUG. CRUMBAUGH, Deputy.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15
TO all Whom it may Concern.

10 all W nom 1t may Concern.
You are hereby warned not to pur-
chase any promissory note or notes here
tofore given by me to J: r., John R.,
or Robert Colgan, as the same are
without consideration and will not be
paid by me. JOHN RIsTRINE.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

Alfred Payne.
Alfred Payne, the defendant will take notice
that be has been sued by the plaintiff, Laura Payne,
for divorce and that her petition was fled in the
District Court of Ford county, Kansas, on the q
day of Dec .nnbcr, 1884, and that you must plead
answer or demar to said petition or before the
fourth day Of February, A. ID. 1885, or the same
viii be taken frne and Judgment for divorce
will be rendered accordingly.
IL. W. SUTTON, Attorney for Plaintif-
Attest: ". T. Petition,
Clerk Of the District Court
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

All parties must call and settle at my
Office, and | will give chrome. Coal
yards near the depot. j. COLLAR.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS.
Regular Meeting of the Board Of
County Commissioners.

At a regular meeting Of Board Of
County Commissioners held at County
Clerk Office, Jan. IL, 1885, 10, a. M.
there were present, Z. C. Zimmerman
and j. Q. Shoup, members; B. F. Mil
ton, county attorney; P. f. Sughrue
sheriff; and S. Gallagher, jr. county
clerk.
Meeting called to order by F. C. Tim
hermann. On motion of J. @. Shoup
meeting was adjourned to p. m, to
allow John Torline, absent member, op-
portunity of being present at organiza-
ton.
p. m. Meeting called to order by
F. G.. Zimmerman with full Board in
attendance
Ga motion of John Torline, T. C..
Zimmerman was unanimously elect
ed Chairman for the ensuing year.
On motion, minutes of last meeting
were read and approved.
On motion Of J. O. Shoup, the APP
praisers Of the following tracts of school
land were confirmed as reported by ST.
perintendent Groendyke:
W ! sec. 16 township 33s range 21w
all 16 8; eos =" 25w
16 " Us =" 25w
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15
L OC Al N e w S.

Do you want free bridge, vote for
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1885-01-15

"Tansill's Punch"
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1885-04-18
MISCELLANEOUS.

PRIVATE parties have placed orders at
Philadelphia, Pa, for six iron cruisers.
1t is thought they will be sold to tho Rus
sian Government.
INSTRUCTIONS have been given to Rus
sian transports, recently ordered out, to
avoid all British ports.
In the Northwest Territory the situation
is unchanged. The Indians and rebels are
riding about frightening the people The
garrisons can probably hold out until the
arrival of troops.
On the 18th two children died at Cleve-
land, O., and their bodies turned black.
Some fear was expressed that the disease
was cholera. The Board of Health in
vestigated, and decided that it was not
cholera.
ACCORDING to the London Telegraph as
surances had been received from Berli n
that the Gar refuses to yield, and indorses
General Komarof's action.
THE native press of India is clamorous
for war.
The chiefs Of the Amarar hiUe in the
Soudan are prepared to submit to the
British.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1885-04-18
LATE NEWS ITEMS.

THE Wales court-martial resumed pro-
eeedings at Washington on the 14th.
REV. JOHN J. DouGHERTY, formerly
Vicar General, died at Baltimore, Nd, on
the 14th.
ALDERMAN FLOWER was elected Lord
Mayor of London on the 14th.
Hon. JACOB d. Cox was elected Presi-
dent of the University of Cincinnati.
JOHN ROACH has been offered $lOo,OOO
advance on his contract price for the Dol
phin by the Russian Government.
THE Irish Times says that the Mallow
rio ers were imported from Cork.
THREE Mexican horse thieves were
killed in a fight with rangers near Eagle
Pass, Tex, on the 18th.
I Hon. NORMAN J. GOTHAM officially en-
tered upon his duties as Commissioner Of
Agriculture on the 14th.
The people of Cork received the Prince
and Princess of Wales on the 14th with
marked dem constructions.
A BOILER COASTER collapsed at Toledo,
o., on the 18th, injuring a number Of
school children quite seriously.
UNDER the present administration de-
partment clerks at Washington have to
put in more time.
ANOTHER hitch is reported in the peace
negotiations between France and China.
THE Governor of Texas still refuses TO
sign the land bill, and all business in State
lands is at a standstill.
| RUSSIA is taking precautions against a
Polish uprising in the event Of war with
England, by general search for and con-
fscation OF arms.
| GENERAL GRANT was much better on
he l4th. He read the papers, signed a
business document, talked pleasantly with
his family and friends, and walked about
the room.
NATHAN WILLIAMS, colored, was found
to be suffering from hydrophobia- and was
placed in an alms-house at Wilmington
| Del
FRANK P. LANDERs, charged with swim
ding jewelry firms oSt of large amounts
has been taken to Chicago by Pinkerton'i
men from Boston, where he arrested on hi!
arrival from Europe
The body of a murdered man was founC
in the Southern Hotel at st. Lou s, Mo-, oil
the l4th, and was identified as that of
Arthur Preller, an Englishman. 1t i
thought chat he was murdered by W. H
Lennox Maxw II, who was with deceased
The body was badly decomposed and wa
conc, aled in a zinc trunk.
IRE cigar strike at Cincinnati is ende'
because of the withdrawal Of the supper
Of the international Union.
DEsERTERs from the Mahdi's army re
port that the rebels have evacuated Bert
md Melamneh.
| SECRETARY ESDICoTT has issued an or
Ter inform ng clerks in the War Depart
uent that they must pay their debts.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1885-04-18

A TREATY Of peace has been signed by
the governments Of San Salvador and
Honduras, and the latter has jjinel the
alliance against Guatemala
THE opinion prevails at Paris that the
bill to increase the duty on corn will be
shelved.
TIE recent headquarters of Osman Dig
mas entire army at Hasheen is now de-
serted.
TURKEY has decided TO remain neutral
in the event of war between England and
Russia.
CONSERVATIVE members of the British
Parliament have resolved to oppose the
Egyptian loan of 100000.
THE French Government is organizing
two divisions to be sent to Touquin in the
event China does not come to terms.
On the 18th the United States vessel
Tennessee arrived at Colon. The transit
is open, and all is quiet, but further trouble
is feared.
DURING March the immigrants who ar
rived In the United States numbered 49,
$50. aA
On the 18th one hundred Pittsburgh (Pa.)
puddlers left to work in mill In New Zea-
land.
VIGOROUS war preparations are con-.
tinued in England.
AFTER four months of idleness, one Of
the Pittsburgh (Pa.) iron mills resumed
on the 18th, giving employment to 500
men.
On the 18th the visible supply of wheat
was 6,851 ,232 bushels; corn, 9,958, 1855 bush
els; oats, 2,4is,310 bushels.
OFFICERS of the Turkish army and navy
are longing for war, and the feeling Is
generally in favor Of an alliance with En-
gland.
ORDERS have been received by the Chi
nese forces in Tonquin to suspend hostili
| ties.
AMERICAN securities have nearly oil ad g.
vanced on the London market.
WABASH stockholders in England have
| appointed another committee to inquire
into the condition of the road.
The additional statement is made by
General Komaroff that he attacked the
| Afghans because it looked to him as IL the
latter were contemplating night attacl,
upon his lines. In British official circles
General Komarof's explanations are not
regarded as satisfactory.
ENGLAND is stated, by parties connected
with the National Steamship Line, to have
purchased the steamship America, aying
E25O. 900.
THE United States Supreme Court has
rendered decision In reference to the
liability of married woman for certain
debts contracted by her husband, nomi-
nally as her trustee, and holds that the
wife is not responsible unless she con-
tracted the debts in her own behalf.
A LARGE party of Washington CORE
spondents left that city the evening of the
18th to visit New Orleans and the Exposi.
tion. They go as the guests of Major
Burke, of the New Orleans Times Demo.
crat, and Director General of the EXPOSE
ton.
IT is repossA that Sir Peter LumsdeI
has occupied strong position at Tira III
He is believed now to be able to proven
the Russians from attempting a coup d,
main in the direction of Herat.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1885-04-18

In Washington on the 18th it was rum
ored that Captain Howgate, the fugitive
signal Office emoezzler, had been seen on
the streets of the city. Detectives were
on the lookout, but they regarded the re-
port as hoax.
TIE findings of the Hazen Court-mar-
tial are in the hands of the President.
Hazen is understood to entertain the be-
lief that the verdict acquits him. Other
army officers, almost without exception,
think that the Court has recommended q
reprimand.
THE President has been notified by JUS
tice Andrew WYlie, of the United States
Supreme Court Of the District of Column
bia of his desire to be placed on the re-
tired list. Justice Wylie is seventy-one
years of age.