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The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

Knowing that the average man and
woman appreciate good thing when it
is within their reach, and being aware
that our readers are always awake to
the many inducements offered by the
live merchants of Abilene, we feel like
especially calling their attention to the
great reductions in prices made by
Finley, in order to reduce his stock pre-
paratory to taking an inventory during
the holidays. He means business.
Don't fail to call and examine his goods
before purchasing elsewhere.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

On such short notice, we can hardly
give vent to our feelings over the carry
ing Of the Santa Fe and the Fort Worth
bonds, in words that will anywhere
near do justice to the occasion. Our
county residents have done themselves
proud, and sent the bonds through fly
ing in such a manner as to show that
dilly daIlying and fooling with such
matters, so important to our success
and advancement, are things Of the
past. We may be certain Of one thing,
and that is, that the roads will be as
sured facts in the near future. "Com-
petition is the life of trade" might be
a chestnut, but it is nevertheless trite
one. There is no limit to the success
we may now assure ourselves OF.
Farmers will, through the reduction in
freight rates and improved eastern con-
nections, get better prices for their
grain and stock. Our merchants viii
be enabled to sell at much lower prices
than heretofore. The new roads will
allow increased advantages to both the
local producer and consumer. We ARE
bound to succeed. We cannot arrest
the tide Of advancement which we are
now possessed OF, even If we were
foolish enough to think Of doing such
thing. To all who have worked 30
hard for the bonds, particularly the
members of our Board Of Trade, and
our merchants, nothing but praise can
be bestowed upon them for their untir-
ing efforts. That they have been re-
warded by such grand success is thanks
enough, but for all that, we wish to
show our appreciation Of what they
have done. All honor and praise to
your noble efforts, gentlemen. That
you may all realize the success which is
sure TO accrue, is the best wish we can
give Won.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02
Fairview.

Nevada; or the lost mine," is the
title of the comedy to be given during
Christmas week, for two performances.
The company presenting it will be COM
posed entirely of home talent, the MEM
bers of which are at present going
through thorough "course of sprouts"
preparatory to the presentation. That
the entertainment will be an enjoyable
one is foregone conclusion.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

On Monday last, Ella J. Smith, of
this city, died at the age of nineteen
years, the cause of her death being con-
sumption. The funeral took place from
the family residence on Tuesday last,
at one O'Clock, the remains being taken
to the Enterprise cemetery for inter
ment. The surviving friends and rela-
tives have our sincere sympathy in their
affiictiOn.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

Merchants are crying, "dull times"
Why is it The people of this vicinity
eat as much now as they ever did, and
wear as much clothing. Where do
they obtain it ? Incur perambulations
about the city we have noticed that one
of our merchants is regular down-east
yankee, and we have come to the con-
clusion that Finley, the Yankee, is sell
ing the goods. There must be some
thing about the man or his goods, per-
haps both or perchance prices may
attract the people. Be that as it may
the people realize that is the place to
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

The following presents were left out
from the list last week of the Craw-
ford Strother wedding: Venetian Vase
in silver stand, Mrs. E. w. Hoyt and
Miss Elite Brakefeld, Griggsville, ILL.,;
Handsome hand painted and chenille
embroidered pin cushin, Miss LOttie
Levi; Amber water set with brass tray,
J. Is. Heck and H. S. Tisdale.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02
FairvieW.

On Thursday night of last week, the
marriage of Geo. D. Waters to Miss
Emma Smith took place, the ceremony
being performed by Rev. DIR. Welsher.
The happy couple left for Junction City,
where ''Blondy" is engaged as travel
ing salesman for the musical merchan-
disc firm of that place, S. w. Pierce &
Co. We wish them an unlimited amount
Of happiness and prosperity.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

The way prices are down and goods
are being sold at Finley's, from disin-
terested standpoint, we would Judge
he was closing for fear the bonds would
not carry, preparatory to leaving for
Salina or some other competing point.
We hear it is only the reduction on the
freight which he expects when the
Santa Fe reaches Abilene.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02
FairvieW.

The REFLECTOR last week received
a copy of the Advocate Tribune, publish
ed at Indianola, Iowa, which contained
graphic description of one of the
finest drug stores i'll the state, that of
Mr.. C. A. Burlington, whose wife was
guest of Rev. w. A. Welsher and
family during the months of August
and September last.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

The Abilene Mortgage Company,
with D. w. Jacoby as manager, is pre-
pairing to open up in the near future,
the present headquarters being in He
wett's loan Office. All of the stock
holders are our leading capitalists, and
it is only a matter of time when the
new company takes the lead among in
vestment enterprises.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

The finest assortment of Silk Hand
kerchiefs ever displayed in Abilene we
believe to be at Finley's. They occupy
and fill a large show case, artistically
folded and tastefully arranged by j. E.
Brewer, the popular clerk of that estab-
lishment. Santa Claus will be sure to
call before Christmas, as the prices and
STYLES are not to be excelled.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02
Fairview.

Our ''cigar" friend, Major Burton,
will give his war drama of 1.-The Dutch
Recruit" in Manhattan, on Dec. 18th,
14th and 10Th. The Major Intends to
retire from the stage in the near flu
ture. He has walked the boards for
many a year, has acquired deserved
reputation, and can well afford to lay
back on his laurels.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02
Fairview.

Two evenings in Christmas week the
play of Nevada, or the Lost Mine"
will be given by local talent under the
tutorship of Mac Barres. The play is
a strong one, and has many comedy
and serio-tragic parts which ought to
draw forth good audiences. Let every
body 60.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

We met our friend, Shipe, Tuesday
night. We had no need to ask him Of
the result of the second ward council
man election. He struck an attitude,
and in expressive tones exclaimed,
"Oh, death, where is your singer 2"
Mr. Sterl, the successful candidate, we
feel assured will make a good "city
father" for he is enterprising, and
alive to the best interests of the city
ever.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

The bonds have carried and Finley is
the first to put down prices. If you
have family of five persons by buying
your supply for the family for the
month of December, you will save your
proportion of the extra tax on the bonds
for the year. Come to Finley's, %
Broadway, and realize the fact.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

If you don't believe there was some
good campaign work done to carry the
railroad bonds, ask Meek, Hollinger, or
Benz. Peck, but be sure and call on
Finley first and buy a suit of Under
wear, pair of Gloves for yourself and
Silk Handkerchief for your wife and
children,
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

We are talking to our farmer friends
now. When you come to the city, and
wish square meal for less than any
other place in town, call at Gus Hans
brough's Bon Ton. Twenty-Five cents
is all good dinner costs. Location,
corner of Third and Buckeye.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

DR.. Scarf, of the U. s. Land Office,
has purchased of Mrs. o. p. Hamilton
one-half of the land lying between
Eighth and Ninth street, with Ash
street as the eastern boundary, and viii
build residence on the same Judge
Hamilton win build ON the remaining
portion. --Salsna Journal.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

J. T. Hornaday, our well known pa
per hanger and decorator, has beatific
expression on his countenance, the re-
suit of the arrival of a very plump and
pretty specimen of girl humanity at his
residence, on Tuesday evening last.
Cigars are in order, J. T.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

The railroad bonds have carried, and
Finley will close out his stock at COM
petition prices between this and Christ
mas, when he will take an inventory Of
stock. Now is your time to secure bar
gains. Call and see what he has that
you want.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02
Fairview

The Serge all wool Dress Good,
which is becoming so popular because
of its warmth and durability, is being
sold Ivy Finley until Christmas for Fifty
cents per yard. To sell it at that price
he must have saved his freight from
Kansas City to Abilene.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

The Solomon correspondent to the
Minneapolis Democrat says: "Rev. j..
F. Leary, of the church of Immaculate
conception will soon be transferred to
Abilene. 1t is not known positively
who will succeed him. His people feel
terribly over his departure as do all our
citizens
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02
Fairview.

The subject for which Nevada the
Lost Nine" is to be given, is worthy
one, and should meet with hearty
support. All who believe that public
library will be of benefit, should sub
scribe to the cause, not less than a
ticket to the entertainment.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

Have you heard it p Well, its fact
that Finley has knocked the bottom en-
tirely out of prices on Flannels and
Wooden Goods, by marking them at
such extremely low figures.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

G. F. Mead, an Abilene attorney of
wide spread reputation, is happy in a
new role, that of dad" The young
lady is at present holding grand re-
ception at the parental residence on the
west side.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

Miss Nilsson, missionary among the
Mormons at Salt Lake City, will give
an interesting lecture upon her work, at
the Baptist church, Friday evening of
this week. Free-everybody invited.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

The Hiawatha band were in the city
on Saturday last. Although they toot-
ed against the bonds, their music was
excellent. The organization as a must
cal one is a credit to any burg.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

The Thanksgiving ball at the Henry
House was well attended. Much credit
for the evenings success is due to the
managers, Messrs. Tom Armstrong,
Watt McMaster and Charley Barnes.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

If you want big bargain on house
and lot, well located, with an abundance
of young fruit, call Immediately on j.
w. Hart.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02
Fairview.

Rev. S. L. Harrington has added a
new branch to his commercial college,
that of stenography. Miss Carnahan,
of Garden City, this state, has been en-
gagged as instructreSS.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

Rev. j. A. Bright is lecturing through
the north part of the state on ''Odd
Fellowship"
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02
Fairview.

Invitations are out announcing the
marriage of Mr.. John s. Schively to
Miss Mary A. Green, at the Baptist
church, Tuesday evening, December
18th, at eight o'clock.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

See the announcement of the Palace
drug store in this issue. What Messrs.
Croll s. Gulick have to say you can rely
upon every time.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

New electric light poles forty feet
high, are being put up throughout the
city, in place of the old ones.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02
Fairview.

Remember the place to buy your Dry
Goods, Groceries, Queensware, etc., at
bedrock prices for the next 80 days is
at Finley's, No. % Broadway.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

Be sure to take advantage of those
bargains in Hosiery which Finley is
offering from now until Christmas.
You can save money by doing so.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02
FairvieW.

"Accidently stumbling and ''caudle
appendage' is good.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

c. D. Bessey, of Wooster, Ohio, is
visiting his brother, G. G. We expect
to greet him as future townsman.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

The Methodists are enlarging their
church property by building an addi-
ton on the north side, which will be
used for the Sunday school.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

Hon. j. r. Burton is in Salina this
week defending two men charged with
murder.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

The female base ball club are billed
to appear on the fair grounds in this
city, this Thursday afternoon.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

New crosswalks have been built on
Buckeye at the Second and Third St.
crossings. A most desirable and
needed improvement.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

Our we'll known townsman and mer-
chant, j. G. Hamaker, is lying quite ill
with pneumonia. We hope to hear of
his early recovery.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

The ladies of the Episcopal church
will hold a sale of useful and fancy
articles on Tuesday before Christmas.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

George Rush, Of Newbern township,
is building large barn. George is one
of our most enterprising farmers and
first class man.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02
Fairview.

A series of protracted meetings will
be held at the Christian church, COM
mencing this Thursday evening, by the
Rev. Humphrey.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

Rev. w. A. Welsher is holding eve,
ming meetings at the Johnson school
house this week.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02
FairvieW.

Louie Lord with an excellent COM
pany at the Opera House on the 18th,
14th and 18th of this month.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

Police court items, the offenders being
pulled for minor offenses, have been
numerous during the past week.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

Louie Lord the 18th, 14th and 18th,
and don't you forget it.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE.
Fairview.

Fairview.
1.-The melancholy days are come,
The saddest OF the year.
When Satan sends his servants forth,
And coal piles disappear.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

The official vote of the late election
can be found on the inside of this paper.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02

Louie Lord is coming.
The Abilene reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1883-1888, 1886-12-02
FairYiew.

Don't fail to read our supplement.
The REFLECTOR is proud Of the vote
which Abilene gave for the Chapman
high school-734 majority.
Savannah morning news., 1886-05-10
831FEftal0g.

Clinton Lodge No. 81. F. A. Nj.
A special communication Of this "a
Lodge will he held at Masonic Temple. NkENT
THIS (Monday) EVENING, May 10, w
1885. at o'clock.
The NJ. NJ, Degree will be conferred.
Members of sister Lodges and transient
brethren cordially invited.
BY order Of
HENRY BARTLETT, w. NJ.
SaprptarV
Savannah morning news., 1886-05-10
Why sheridan Reformed.

Fr0m the Sacramento Bee.
Sheridan, the actor, paid us a brief
visit. He came quietly, and as quietly
slipped back to Australia. Sheridan's
habits have undergone a complete change.
,It matter OF public knowledge that
lew men who trod the boards were such
abnOrmal tipplers as that talented TRACE
d;su. But he looks upon the wine no
ne. He is a model of sObTiety, aud his
ir,ias rance is infinitely improved by the
cnaange. Few know how the reformation
cane n bout. | mad IL from his own lips.
.snna afternoon" said the actor, 81 was
op the 81 sNage at rehearsal. The play was
Kin, Lar The lines of which l am as
familiar yvith as you are with the Lords
nrarer came on, but judge of my dis
MAJ and a Stonishment when | found that
7 c9u1d not remember a single phrase or
snerch in tb.e art. j sent the call boy
fdr.a hottie 81 brandy, took a couple OF
drinks ma trA4d It, again. The result was
tha s9,na MT memory was a blank.
TIN sIinned ack to my dressing room,
tool, doun 3 hootg # familiar recitations,
and tried ono yynich l had known TOR
Years, aud declain4sd' mlRbt sas "ith-
our eXags GRAFTON, nC9t 'ess .'lon loo lines;
Not line OF 1t could ..' =, ~
more brandy, but my d hIl' o'1'n o""''' "eI =,
a blank. l was terri VI, .i''.. nooAru, -,
seemed TO me that was' ,,l,5 l,,'
and that my profession had Sh'Piisu ~ ~. y, y,
my grasp, that this was the III "a %
imbt cility, and that | shOulG "u ~ ~ ~
luna ic asylum. rushed Il IN ,.', eue tIea
atre. jumped into a hack, ana u s 'o'Su .ns
driver to take me to the office q 80, - - ~,
in whom had the utmost cOBtit 'enoe, ,' auu
who bad often braced me up VII ,r'ns
waited from the effects OF a % ,'f oon Gu su
spree. The fact that / could rel .,s, ,..
MI i.f.a Il h "a l,I
eXpress!ble delight. irlt that the ,G Il wa, Has
yet some shred OF intellect left, AMI '"as ,la
ia,ned ,,,, NV hrai,, 30" y,,ss r NC, "oS usly
affected. and promised that should be az 81
right within a month. But only on S
condition, and that was absolute uu o
rigid abstinence. | followed his advi6 y
though IL was hard pull at the begi, i
ming. and YOU see me now better than >
have been for many day"
And be looked IL. The crimson nose,
his most striking feature, was toned down
so tnat little of the old fash remained
His eyes were clear and bright, and he
seemed i'm every respect new man.
C0lored mantles are worn, and are
trimmed with proiusion OF beads and
lace.
Savannah morning news., 1886-05-10

ing mis- credentials as United states miu- m
ister, a copy of the origin9l edition OF luo @
works OF Joshua s. lvester. poet laui e"oE
TO James l.. the autograph speeIn W
Thomas +. M.ag6er declining
the reception rendered MN ~
the city Of New YORK on nIs
escape from Van Dieman's land' lne arm ann
chair in which John Quincy ADAMS Ions
sat in the old nall Of Tue House OF hepre,
sentatiyes. ana the autograph speech ana
resolutions Of Daniel Webster on the oc-
casion or the national meeting held IN
Washington in 1917 for the relief OF Ire
land. Mr.. Robinson has been offered
fabulous amounts fur the above collection,
hut. il is needless to say, mas refused
them all. He saws there is not money
enough in the Treasury to buy them.
THE PRESIDENTS HAIR.
President Cleveland has not super
abundance of hair, but he nevertheless
is constantly in receipt Of letters beg
ging for locks from. his good sized era
mum. To supply an the demands made
upon him it would necesstate
crop sufficient to run large
months to home. A lady living In
Little Rock, Ark, wrote letter
asking for a lock of Presidential hair
to be used as a setting for an old family
breast-pin. Sne said her father and three
brothers voted for Cleveland and Hen
dricks, and In consideration OF that fact
she hoped that the lock of hair would be
sent. An old lady of Indianap-
oils wrote several days ago that she was
to earn her living in very pre-
carious manner, and asked that the Pres
ident would order his barber to forward
to her all the hair cut from his
head, so she could manufacture it
into Cleveland charms and sell
them to gentlemen tor watch charms.
This, she explained, would add greatly to
her income as well as to the Presidents
popularity. A young lady Of Syracuse,
n. Y, wanted a lock OF Presidential hair
lOcket which was worn by her grand
mother 40 years ago. She describes her.
self as vlvacious blonde, eighteen years
of age and still unmarried. She also
offered to exchange photographs. The
most novel request Of them all was
received soon after the Presidents inaug-
uratIon. 1t was addressed to the steward
Of the White House by an old lady OF
Richmond, Va, who asked thai enough Of
the Presidents "cast off hair" be sent by
the barber to stuff a pin-cushion made OF
silk taken from an old United States flag.
II was her purpose to rattle the cushion
at a church fair for the benefit Of poor
Methodist congregation. Several OF the
letters received lately inclosed locks OF
hair from the heads OF the writers IN ex-
change for Presidential locks, and the
letters in some cases are written in a
very romantic style.
Savannah morning news., 1886-05-10
31rnpoaals 1l1amtro.
Contractors

CEALED proposals for grading the savan.
= nah, Dublin and Western Short Line Rail-
way from Lofts creek 10 Dublin (abO"t 20
miles, will be received until P. NJ. May 1iih,
at the Presidents Ofic". Ne. SO Stock tx
change pl ce, Phil delphia. Pa. and at he
ffire of the Chief Engineer, No. 66 Bav street.
Savannah. Ga.
Bids 10 ne made out in duplicate and sent to
both Offices Prodles can be seen and specih-
cations Obtained at either p ac'.
Parties may bi | on he whole or on any
part Of the work not less than 20 miles in
length.
certified check for $500, made payable to
T. F. JOHNSON, Treasurer of the Savannah.
Dublin and Western short Line Railway
Company, must acc 'mpauy each bid. This
cheek may be sent to either Office, and will be
returned as soon as the hid is rejected, or if
acc, pied as soon as work is comm need.
Bids will be opened publicly at both places
a noon May 18th, and the contract awarded
within five.days thereaf' er. Work must be
commenced not later than June !.
The company reserves the right to reject
any or all bids. ARTHUR POU,
Chief Engineer,
Savannah morning news., 1886-05-10

Colored nantes are worn, and are
trimmed with prousion OF beads and
lace.