Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1885-09-05


Lexington, with the hearty manner in which
everybody seemed to greet them and with the
business advantages presented, which were
much greater than they had conceived exis-
ted here. He thought they were especially
gratified with the abundance of our coal de-
posts and with the quality Of the coal, and
that they were very much surprised to ascer-
tam that the Gould company controlled but
an intinitesimal portion of the coal fields.
From our OWN conversations with the DIFF
ferent members of the party we are satisfied
that the representations made above are
quite correct, and very modestly stated.
While it was not expected that the gentlemen
would at once pledge their company to do all
that we asked. still they said a great deal, and
were apparently very frank. The determin-
soon is very encouraging to US; and while we
are upon the subject we desire to extend the
thanks of the people Of Lexington to Hon.
John B. Hale, Maj. John L. Mirick, Messrs.
T. B. Goodson, NJ. W. Butler, N. NJ. White,
A. Limbird. Geo. w. Thomas and J. N. Cum
bingham, for accompanying the gentlemen on
their visit, and for their evident kindly inter.
est in having the road extended to Lexing-
ton. We hope to have them all with US again
at a day not far distant, when we can cele-
brate the union of our towns with bands of
steel as they are now connected by mutual
feelings OF friendship.
The Stone came down Wednesday and tow.
ed away several barges of willows.
Remember the Horticultural Society meet
ing next Tuesday at 2 O'Clock, p. m.
We heard good judges say that the ring of
mare colts was as pretty as any they ever
saw.
Mr.. Dickey says he will get the gas lamps
established In the Rldgeway district by No
vember 1.
There was one Ayrshire bull and one cow
at the fair. They are very different from the
Jersey cattle.
Forepaugh's great circus will be here
Thursday, October 8. Look out for a whop-
ping big crowd.
Miss Hoog's musical reception was largely
attended, and she won many compliments as
q lady and vocalist.
Several gambling creatu res at the fair
grounds packed their traps, last Saturday
morning, and silently stole away.
The gas company used 1850 bushels of coal
last month. They use as high as 5000 BUSH
els when the schools are In session.
Representatives of nine posts G.. A. r. met
at Higginsville. during the reunion and re-
solved in favor of a general Reunion of old
soldiers at Lexington ne xt September.
There was a herd of Polled Angus and q
herd of Galloway cattle on exhibition at the
fair. They are very much alike, but are diff
ferent breeds. Each kind had its admirers.
1t will cost you nothing to look at our new
fall goods, and we think you will appreciate
them. The styles are the newest, the prices
are the lowest. Call and see H. Wilker for
cheap dry goods. sept5t2
The lawn and croquet party given by the
young gentlemen in honor of Miss Laura Gus
tin at the residence of Mrs. R. H. Smith was
a success. Lexington, Higginsville and May
view were well represented.
1 have a splendid selection of the latest and
handsomest patterns Of wall paper and win
dow shades; also keep white lead, linseed
oil, window glass and toys. Also contract
for house painting and paper hanging. j.
W. Grant. apr9m6
The school board met, last Wednesday,.
Only routine business was transacted. The
public schools of the city will open Septem-
Der %. The board adjourned until Septem-
Der IA, when it will meet to let out the con-
tract for coal.
Mrs. DR.. G.. W. Young will take a few
boarders, at her residence, on South street.
Rooms large and desirable and location one
of the most pleasant in the city. Also a few
day boarders can be accommodated. For
terms, apply at the house. augusta.
The sweepstake premium for the best mule
Of any age or sex was awarded to Mr.. Yankee,
of Lone Jack, on a mule colt less than four
months old. There were six entries. and all
good. This colt was the most stylish mule
we ever saw, and was universally admired.
PIT. Wright, the lowest basso of the world,
whe sings the low note of double s'a' below:
the monarch of bassos, is now with the Origi-
nal Nashville University Students. The most
profound Of the age, unequaled by any, ex-
celled by zone. $4,000 for his equal. At
Hagen's opera house, Sept. 18th. 1t
MI. VIM. Bruins and Mr.. N. Gentry both
had imported Poland China hogs at the fair.
Mr.. Bruins took the premium, with a home
raised hog, over the imported animals. Mr..
Gentry paid $500 for his hog. This speaks
well for our home-raised hogs, and shows
that they are as good as are to be found any
where.
"Paste no bills upon the walls, steps, pill
lars, posts or other parts of the court house
building or square. BY order of the county
court" Something like this would protect
the county property from a nuisance as great
as the watermelon rinds. The order of the
court was effective IN that instance, and we
feel sure it would be in this one.
| Mr.. j. T. Firminger, manager of the Hlg-
glnsvllle creamery. had three Jersey heifers
at the fair. He recently imported them, and
they cost him over 1926 a head. He says
either will make IA pounds of butter q week
with her first calf, and 81 pounds a week with
her second calf. Several offers were made
for calves, but he declined to sell, saying be
wanted the heifer calves for his own use, and
wanted the patrons of his creamery to have
the male calves, so they could improve the
quality of their stock.
Three ladies arrived in the city the other
night, seeking one of our female colleges.
Mr.. 10. Chinn met them, and was very po-
lite, escorting them to their destination, and
carrying a heavy valise In each hand. When
near the end of their journey. Mr.. Chinn de-
string to know who his companions were,
turned to the one with whom he had been
walking and talking, and asked her if she did
not attend school here last year. She replied
that her school days had been over for several
years, and that her daughters had attended
last year. Mr.. Chinn suddenly discovered
that the valises were very heavy.
There will be a tournament and picnic two
miles north of Oak Grove and one and a half
miles east of Pink Fill, in Cundlff's pasture,
on Saturday, September 18th. There will be
sixteen gentlemen to ride, the first prize is to
be a handsome crown. to be presented by the
best rider to his best girl. The second, third
and fourth prizes are to be wreaths, to be
presented by the three next best riders TO
their best girls. There will be splendid
music by a brass band. Several prominent
speakers are expected to be present. Touru-
ament will take plack at 10 O'Clock a. M. No
intoxicants allowed on the grounds. Let
every person turn out and have a day that will
be recorded in all future history. Be sure to
bring YOUR basket well filled. Committee on
grounds: Green Hulse, A. G. Perry, j.. S.
Porter. Committee on picnic: III. Grumke,