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Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24
THE CALDWELL IYncH1no

All Efforts to get peep behind the scenes
in the late tragedy performance in Caldwell.
in which one of the principal actors played
the dead act SO true to human nature that
he has neve. since and never will represent
character in any play on this worlds stage,
has proved unsvsiling. Probably there has
been no great effort made TO unravel this
apparent mystery other than BY reporters
anxious for an item. This reporter has
talked with several Caldwellites on tie sub
ject, but they wouldn't tell anything. Near
neighbors of the victim shook their heads in
a 'that's something that wont do to tell''
air, and one soon got the idea that there was
enough known about it, but those who
knew would never tell. Yesterday the re-
porter met man who is not Caldwellite,
but who claims to have the key TO the
mystery. He, too, was los:h to give it away,
but being assured that his name nor resi-
dence would be told, be said, "Well, sir, the
policy Of tit-for-tat seems to have been
adopted and that policy you will find will
make wonderful change in some matters,
and will probably stop one specie of crime
efectually. The whisky question is at the
bottom of it all. You see there had been
number of prosecutions for violation
of the prohibitory law in Sumner
county and this man was one Of the prose-
cuted. Soon after the house Of one of the
parties who was supposed to have been one
of the principals in the prosecutions, was
burned, which was evidently the work of an
incendiary. The man who was lynched
evidently was suspected OF the crime and
there is but little doubt that before these
extreme steps were agreed upon there was
more than a suspicion. The parties who
sent him into eternity we're thoroughly eatis-
fed that he burned the house"
"Well," said the reporter, ''that looks like
tit for tat. as you said, but don't quite see
what there is in that to cause change of
policy of Glass;
Well, l will tell you. Heretofore the pro-
hibitionis;s acted under the law in every
thing, while the liquor men used violence
and resorted to many dark deeds in retail
liation. Now the tables are turned. Their
own batteries were turned upon them in
This case and few more doses of the same
sort would compel change Of programme
On the part Of the liquor men. That is what
mean and that l am satisfied is the size of
his Caldwell business"
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24
DINNER AT THE RINK.

The dinner given at the rink yesterday
by the ladies of the Womans' Home associa-
ton was quite success, and bountiful re-
past was partaken of by about $50 people.
The Provisions were quite profuse and large
contributions were received. The ladies
canvassed for aid and besides lots of pro-
visions over $40 was donated.
The dinner yesterday was supcrintended
by Mrs. Taylor, who in connection with her
assistants made everything a success.
The dinner to-day from - to o'clock
will be but twenty-five cents, and those who
go can rely on getting good repsst.
The ladies of this association deserve great
praise for their labors in this matter and
the trouble they have taken tor charity. The
officers of this association were all briskly
at work when the reporter interview them.
Mrs. johnson, president; Mrs. Mitchell, Sc
cretary; Mrs. Packer, treasurer, were all I'M
untiring IN their work, as well as many
others
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24
eIopsMsNr IN HIGH Lrye.
The Freitives Take Refuge in this City and
Pass an Man and Wife

A few months since, there came TO the
city, professional gentlemen accompanied
by lady whom he introduced as his wife.
The gentleman. from his appearance, indi-
Dictated that he was gentleman Of some
standing, and as be had credentials Of his
professional standing from the place whence
he came he was not long in entering HIM
self among his professional brotherhood.
A nice Office on Donglss avenue and q strik-
ing exterior aided HIM in at once entering
on fatiering, profitable career. His lady,
well educated and of progressing appear
ance, was striking figure in the prone
nades of her supposed husband. The ap-
parent affection existing between them was
a marked peculiarly, and remarks, both
| flattering TO themselves and to their
new made friends were frequently made as
examples of married blissfulness. The
closely fitting gloves, polished boots and
trim-cut beard Of the doctor; the lady-like
and modest department of his companion,
adding grace and wit to the few social
gatherings which his companion attended,
at once gave the passport in that haven of
the best ton society, that is ever ready to
greet its fellows.
But all this was, We fear, on q false foun-
dalton; it was all on basis of bankrupt
morality; fair appearances on the outside
and sham, dishonor and woe within. The
bsuble exploded, and the facts relating to
them, as gathered by the reporter, are as
follows:
A professional gentleman of high stand
ing and wealth in q large eastern city, was a
husband, and father Of one child. At an
evil hour his wife eloped with his trusted
friend. and for long time no
trace of the fugitives could be learned. The
mother had deserted her husband and child
for the trusted friend, and was living
with him in this city as his wife.
A few weeks Ago photographs Of the
wife were sent here and she was
as the woman. An attorney was
employed TO enter a suit for seduction
against her betrayer and partner in crime,
and now the cat is out of the meal sack
The parties left the city day or two ago |
for other parts, whether for good or not is
not now known. 1t was reported that the
doctor stated while here that the facts stated |
were true, but that he would marry the
ady as soon as divorce was granted.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24
TRAINING CATS.

A certain lady in this city in whose house
hold there was vacancy in the cat depart
ment, called the other day on friend WIN,
had surplus of cats, and who offered tc
Oil the vacancy in the feline department Of
her friends mansion. The possibility of the
cat kicking against the change of location
and deserving, the first opportunity, wal
discussed, but the lady who had an sbund
ant crop OF felines told her friend the way
they used to train cats to stay at a new mis-
sion when she was girl, and she said il
never failed. The plan WAS 10 take the ca:
home blindfolded, and as soon as it had
landed at its new home, to grease its feet
and feed il some milk. The cat was caught
blindfolded and taken TO its new field Of
labors, was fed hslf-pint of milk and q
quarter pound of butter rubbed on its feet
Her catship licked up the milk, but as soon
as the door was open she skipped back to
her old home.
That system of training cats might have
been all right among the silly old style cats
of half a century ago, but with the regula,
young American cat it don't go.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

Presiden; Miller Of the Eagle Line arrived
here in bis private car yesterday morning
be was accompanied by Chef Engineer
Woods and the local officials OF TIE new
line and gentleman from New York in
8 trip out to the end Of the track. Mr..
Miller says the track is frs; class and that
the grading TO the Reno county line is CON-
ple,ed all but couple Of small pieces. The
cars will be running 70 the Reno county
line before the Is: OF February, and II the
fine weather continues, the grading ~ill be
continued on west as rapidly IS possible,
and there is no telling where the end of the
track will be in the spring.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24
THEY DIDN'T UNDERSTAND 1T.

Day before Yesterday leading business
ton on the judgeship passed at the last
meeting Of the knights of Labor. at is q
shame that such resolutions should go out
in the state from this city. They are calcu-
lated to create the impression that our
workingmen are of the Socialist or Nihilist
stripe, which l am sure they arc PSI. Now
I am satisfied that cnlv ::-tsew, perhaps no,
more than thfrese members of that organiza-
..ioh, understood anything about what they
were called to vote for, and believe there
are enough honorable men in that organiza-
ton who, if they understood tho animas of
the thing, would bring that matter up at
their next meeting and proclaim that these
were not their sentiments"
The reporter determined TO investigate
the matter further, and in doing so he as
certsined that this resolution was sprung on
the meeting in connection with the anti
Chinese resolutions in which they were all
in favor, and that hardly any of them under
stood anything about the judgeship matter.
In fact it was MISTER entirely foreign 10
the purposes for which the organization WAS
established, and tina; most of them were
made to believe that the Governor had no
legal right to make the appointmen; at all.
Werkingmen are no, posted in such
matters and no body understood the pur-
pose of the resolutions except the man who
engineered them and who had sr Ak 10
grind, for which he was primed by men
who didn't belong to the order st all. An
opinion prevails among some who claim 10
know what they are talking about, tina:
there are some little points in the career OF
the champion Of these deep-seaied resolu-
lions, that the Knights of Labor wouldn't
spprove of, s history which might lessen his
influence in the organization. Then again
if the Knights understood how this job was
put up and who were at the bottom OF il,
the whole matter nigh, assume different
aspect
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24
REAL ESTATE NOT TOO HIGH

Mr.. j. e. Williams. of Columbia City,
Ind, is IN town, and has invested in some
Main street property. The reporter met
Mr.. Williams in Frank Williams office yes
terday, and found him level headed man.
He does not think Wichita real estate too
high. He says business lots in old towns
back east that have no future are higher
than here. He has been in Minnesota, Da-
kota and Nebraska, and says that, although
the towns up there are prosperous, the people
generally are dissatisfied with the long. Sc
we're winters. Mr.. Williams looks still
further into the matter than that, and says
that he prefers country where a variety
of crops can be raised to one depending al
together on wheat. He SAYS many strong
farmers in his county contemplate coming
TO Kansas in the spring and that this state
was never so much talked of in the east As
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24
THE GANG.

The gang has been operating in new fields
but one of the chief actors has been nabbed
and viii, no doubt, receive an appointment
at the penitentisry for . few years The
man captured is Bill Creighton, a brother OF
Jim Creighton. He is in hook in Mont
gomery county and has been tried on s
charge Of burglary. Sheriff John Fisher
was sen; for TO identify Creighton, and when
he was confronted by the sheriff he wilted
John Fisher left before a verdict was
reached, but he has no doubt that he will be
sent up. This is pretty good evidence that
the EAGLE was on the right track with re-
gard to the gang.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24
A BUSY DAY.

The weather yesterday was perfectly de
ligbtful. perfect spring day. The city wa
full of people and there was an unceasing
flow OF people Of all ages, se1es and condi
tions in life, on the business streets, rushing
to and fro on business. The stores were al
full and had as much business rs they could
attend to. Men, women and children
loitered along the streets admiring the fine
displays in the show windows. 1t was Ger.
;ainly a bright, busting, busy dsy in this
city. and thousands q dollars were ex.
pended for holdsy goods.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24
rHE GREArREYIYAI,

The services st the rink last night were
as usual interesting and notwithstanding
the grea. attendance a. the Methods,
church, the rink was about filed.
Major White announced that he would
make his las; address on Friday night To
which he invited all old soldiers and young
men to attend.
Tonight the services will be conducted
by Major White. Mr.. and Ms. McGran-
nahsu and Mr.. and Mrs. Patterson The
services on christmas eve are expected to be
very entertaining. All are invited to At
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

Rev. c. A. Wood, pastor Of the BAp;a:
church at Hutchinson, made Us q pleasan,
call YESTERDAY in company with Rev. F. A
Brady, Of Burlington, both of whom an
attending The Christian convcn:ion now in
session in this city. M. Brady, Who ~
been appointed sp -cial sgs.t Of tie Month.
western Life association, Of Milwaukee, in
forms n that he shall soon move 10 Wichita
and make this place his hsadquartsn
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24
SPECIAL NOTICES.
Great Works Of Art at Auction Sale
Tonight.

The great art sale will take place tonight
without fail, and it will positively be thu
last night Such an opportunity to secur,
samples Of fine art has never before beer
given the people of Wichita. Many of .hs
we'll known American artists are represented
Come and take your choice. Remember
all paintings not sold tonight will b
packed and shipped tomorrow. II is your
last chance, and you all know these paint.
ings are as represented, and they can be
bought at your own price. 1t does not pay
to reship. Ladies, do not miss this golden
opportunity. Call during the day and
make your selections at 22l Douglas avenue
Roys & Werner's block. Attend the sal,
in the evening. d29-lt.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24
LITERARY AND MUSICAL CONTEST Al
THE METHODIST CHURCH


A literary and musical contest between
the Philomathean, Neotrophisn and Alpha
societies Of the three sixth grades of the
Wichita city schools came off last night, at
the Methodist church. The church was
filed, and even the entries were filed BY an
interested audience. The exercises were of
a varied kind, both musical and literary
pieces were rendered. rejecting high credit
on the several societies represented and the
schools of the city. Some very fine declams-
tons and compositions were presented and
musical pieces rendered that we're received
with applause. The programme was quite
extensive and presented many choice pieces
of literature, showing a good taste in selec-
ton. The programme before US presents the
pieces played there with the names Ct the
bright young performers Eho delighted
those who were fortunate enough to get
seats there last night, but so excellent did
each and all perform their part that to men.
ton one without mention of all would be
an injustice, and space precludes more
observed and lengthy report.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

The Evangslists have complained some
what shout the real estate men of this city
and ths boom Of property interfering with
the harvest Of souls. 1t is 8 dangerous and
consagsous spirit and from the list of real
estate transfers, in which james McGnnna-
han appears as grantee in transfers which
showa consideration of $l,ao1 il may be
safely put down that the Evangelist has
fallen among the Philistines. The ungodly
traders greet him . pard and give him .
ShakA
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24
Tourist Excursion Tickets.

The Santa Fe route and Frisco line have
placed on sale winter tourist tickets to al
southern points Of interest, including New
Orleans, Jacksonville, Savannah, Charles
ton, Atlanta, Pensacola, etc, at very low
rates for the round trip, allowing passenger
to stop off at intermediate points. Nc
change of cars to Kansas City or 81. Louis.
Elegant chair cars or Pullman sleepers arr
run on all trains by the above popular
routes. For information, maps. rates, etc.
call at Union depot or Union ticket office
opposite postofice, 1l9 Main street.
II. B. KELLER, Agent
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

The blue grass in the lawns about town
nev~ ws greener than now, and it hs.
grown about two inches the last two days
II this sort of weather continues long it will
cause the trees 10 bud and then if Jack Frost
gets in his work later, good bye peaches. II
ID to be hoped. however, that it won't turn
or,s that NAV
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

4 certain man bought IN apple pealer for
his wife the other day, snd after long
trial it was unanimously voted no good and
sentenced to be returned TO the merchant.
1t now transpires that the wife was left
handed ard had been turning i; against the
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

The following Christmas chorus will be
sung 1t the II. Z. church Christmas eve:
ssGiory In the highest, glory be to God,
Glory. glory. glory. shout it all abroad;
Sound the joyful tiding, swell the glad re-
frain.
Der the earth proclaim it; pesce, good will
20 man /"
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

The basement of the new Catholic church
Is ready fos occupancy and is being fur
nished and Handsomely decorated 70, Ctrie-
mas day, when the usual impressive cese-
monies for which TIE Catholic church 10
noted vii take place The choir A-e prac-
:icins OF their most beautiful Of Al musical
compositions, Moxa-;is High Mass.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

Yesterday was 3 very pleasant day and in
consequence the streets were thronged with
pedestrians and vehicles of all descriptions.
In the fence corners The grass looked green
with tendency to grow. The trees will be
budding should this weather last week.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

The plasterers meet tonight at X. Weeks
carpenter chop for the purpose of organic
ing union. II has been intimaied that
they would. when organized, boycott Chas.
Sanford, a colored plastercr. on account of
poor work and general responsibility to
nav his bills.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

j. c. McCormick's little bog got the prize
bible given by Charley Kenyon to the one
who induced the largest attendance at the
Sunday School.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24
TEE N. 8. CHRISTIAN TREE

The doors Of the N. E. church will open
for the Christmas tree exercise .; Csc
O'Clock and the rxerciss Will commence
about 7:l5. None but memhers of the
school will be admitted 70 The main room.
Lecture room. class room and gallery will
be reserved for friends Of the school. No
exception win be made to this rule.
~
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

Mr.. and Nn L D. Skinner are to be
congratulated on the fine present Santa
Claus brought them, even before the regular
visiting night Of that benign visitor. 1, ia q
bouncing boy and made bis bow to the au-
dience in their house on Sunday, but Mr..
Skinner has kept still about it.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

Col. Weitzel, Of the Consolidated Tank
Line company, says he viii be widower
nov for about month, his family having
gone back east to spend the holidays.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

uses Florence and Katie Shidler, two
" young ladies of st. Louis. No.,
10 the city yesterday, after an alb
nine months, in Comanche county,
mn claims
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

Mr.. n. A. English returned yesterday
from attending q meeting of the directors Of
the Fort Scott and Wichita railroad at the
former place.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

K Z. Lauck, Esq, attorney-at-law, Gar
den City, is in town on brief visi; among
his friends.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

Arthur Davidson found a bunch Of keys
yesterday, consisting of a safe, watch and
house keys which can be had by the owner
by calling at Lawrence's drug store.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

They are circulating petition in the
Fifth ward for a sidewalk on Chicago ave-
nue., which is quite badly needed there.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

An alarm of FIRE occurred on South Law
renee street Tuesday night. The fire was
extinguished without much injury, having
caught in a dwelling house while its occu-
ANTI nero absent
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

A Christmas tree will be at the opera
house on Christmas eve prepared by the
German Evangelical church. Admittance
free
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

Hon. E. p. Thompson said to US yester-
day that he was, after careful examination,
still Of the opinion that We have better
prospect for big crop Of wheat than at any
time for several years.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

A round dozen of citizens of the Fifth
ward have intimated an intention to build
there in the spring.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

A ladies' PoTtnonie containing . very
nice sacAlisre revolver. $50 IN silver Asd
some other small trinkets, Vas found Ia oee
of the coaches Of tie kingnan ;rzin yes:e.-
day morning. The train goes 10 further
than The En,on depot and probably the lady
~ h hurry 20 change esrx, and 50 aid
on. and forgot her supplies
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

Whoever fnds a team OF gray mare. with
the harness on will be rewarded by bringing
them to Popenoe's stable, on South Main
e4raot
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

The new depot of the Eagle Line has
more platform about it than any other depot
in the CITY,
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

Yesterday morning some unconscionabl,
compositor made US say, in our notice o.
the Apache Basket, W. c. Gleason, wher
We wrote Will @. Glenn as plain as ",
couId
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

Judge Glenn married on Monday John
BAmford and Annie Messner at the resi-
dencs of the brides father, on River street.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

The rooms Of the Young Mems Christian
association viii be open all day Christmas
and New Years. Young men are invited tc
call in at any time.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

J. NJ. Penn, of Kentucky, is visiting J. T.
Figg, of this city, his old Kentucky neigh
bor
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

Several firms 10 Wichita are lately adver.
Using the largest stock in the city; We say
plainly that such firms are trying to deceive
the people. We have not only the larges,
stock in Wichita, but of Southwestern
Kansas, of confectionery, nuts, pineapples,
bananas, iga, dates. raisins, pears, grapes,
fresh strawberries, green tomatoes and hun
dreds of other luXuries too numerous to
mention. We do not brsg, but facts alone
show. Please come and see for yourself
GASpoLFo 4 RossI.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

Mr.. S. B. Allen, of Robinson, Illinois, an
old friend Of Ches. Firebaugh, ESQ.,, made US
Q call YESTERDAY.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

At ID. h NJ. Wells, 222 Douglas avenue,
you will find the largest and best assorted
stock Of watches, diamonds and jewelry
ever brough; to this city, and at prices tina,
defy competition. d2itf
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

Ali coal yards in the city will be closed
on Christmas. Order your coal Thursday.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

A pair of hay scales are being erected on
Chicago avenue in the Fifth ward.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

Wouldn't some of those splendid paint.
ings, for sale by Mr.. Wilkin, make fine
Christmas gifts. Call and price them.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1885-12-24

Enquirering still goes on for real estate
property in the Fifth ward.