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Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

"Mobeetie Kid" one of the prison
ers who escaped from the Dodge City
Jail, was found dead by a cowboy down
in the Territory last week. He was
the one who stole horse from O'Neal
at Dodge after breaking Jail. The
cause of his death is unknown.-Ash-
land Herald,
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04
The election in Dodge township, {.

The election in Dodge township, to
vote bonds, in the sum Of s., 600, oc-
ours on Tuesday, March 23d, 1886. The
appropriation is for the purpose OF
widening the Arkansas river bridge and
for constructing q bridge across Saw
Log creek. The notice of election ap-
pears in this issue. There can be no
reasonable objection to this proposition
and we believe it will carry without q
dissenting voice. Dodge City must use
a little moro energy in securing trade:
We must have good bridges and good
roads. Let the roads be improved.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Work on the dam at the head of the
Eureka Irrigating Canal will be COM
menced in few days. Some Of the
workmen have already gone up there
to get things in readiness. R. Kolley
took the train yesterday, for the pur-
pose of assuming duties as cook at the
camp.-Speareville Blade.
Mr.. Gilbert informed us on Friday
that it was the intention to have water
running in the ditch in forty days. The
piles for the dam and the pile driver
are already on the ground.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

The T. e. Nixon lot on Chestnut
street, was sold at administrators sale,
on Friday, and brought 81, 10000. R.
NJ. Wright was the purchaser. The
lot is gu feet deep and is in the burnt
district of the second fire. The price
paid was very reasonable.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Msjor ". NJ. Coventry, President
Of the bank at Longton, Kansas, was a
passenger on the west bound train
Wednesday afternoon last. Major
Coventry was on his way to Greeley
county, where he and others are found
ing the town of Horace. We have
known the Major for over twenty years.
He was one of the enterpnslng men
who built up Holden, No., and with
his energy and honesty he will build up
. prosperous town in Greeley county.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

A local freight with passenger coach
will be put on the run the present month.
This train will leave Dodge City in the
morning hours and return in the even
ing. It will be a great accommodation
to local travellers.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

The Speareyillc Record is defunct.
The material was removed to Dodge
City, to be used in the publication of a
Democratic newspaper. J. T.. White
law is to he editor Of the new paper.
Charles Major will be business mana
ger, and Noel Edwards, foreman.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

MARR1sD.-In this city. on Sunday
evening, by Rev. VIM. Bartle, Mr.. A.
G. Utterback and Miss Ida Wallace.
MIR. Utterback is in the employ of
Messrs. Langton'& Sherlock, and is a
worthy young man. Miss Wallace is q
sister of Z. E. Wallace, who has charge
of H. B. Bells furniture rooms. The
bride and groom have q number of
friends in the city who wish them joy
and prosperity.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

L. X. Soper made his first speech
before a court in Dodge City on Tues
day. Those who listened to him pro-
nounee him an excellent and forcible
speaker. Mr. Soper is sn able lawyer
and learned gentleman and will no
doubt rise to the front.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Gus. Arnold, superintendent Of the
Railroad Reading Room, informs US
that the reading room is becoming more
attractive, and the visits Of the railroad
employees are more frequent. The
reading room is becoming popular re-
sort for the boys.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

A. Haines and j. Lakin, of the
Rockford Land Syndicate, were in the
city last week, consulting with l.. W.
Cherington, local agent for the sale Of
their lands. These gentlemen say there
viii be q big immigration to Kansas
this year.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Conductor r. McElwain is now run
ming passenger train. Nc is one of
the faithful men on the Santa Fe who
deserves this promotion. He has been
on the passenger run for about 10 days
past.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Superintendent Nickerson has mott
fed the authorities to keep the conf
dence workers from the depot. The
confidence men are becoming quite nu-
merous. Our citizens begin to realize
the importance of doing something for
the protection of the unsophisticatcd
strangers, who either through design
or unwittingly get into the meshes of
the slick operators.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

The roof of one of the school house
privies was discovered on FIRE Thursday
evening, and was torn of the brick
walls. The roof was evidently set on
FIRE, and the perpetrator of the outrage
ought to be severely dealt with.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Smith Ripple and wife returned from
Leavenworth Tuesday afternoon. They
left their home on Chritmss day, after
marriage, and have enjoyed honey
moon with Mr.. Ruple's folks in Leav-
enworth. They will make their home
In EnplewooI.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

The Eve Topeka prisoners who escap-
ed js'l, have been captured. Killam
was one Of the prisoners. He is the
man who killed Engineer Hilton, in the
attempted train robbery at Coolige, two
aud half years ago.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

E. NJ. Wilkinson bought two lots Of
J. D. Rapp. The lots are located on
north I'd avenue. Mr.. Wilkinson re-
sides in the south part Of the county,
but intends to mako Dodge City his
home.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04
PURLICATIoN NOTICE.
ANN R0wDEN,
vs..
PERRY Widen
and
MAuv r WnnRM
In the District Court, In
Ford County, Kansas.


DERRY Widen and MARY E. Widen, yon,
and each Of you, will take notice that Ann
Rowdcn, Of the County of Ford, and State OF Kan
sas, did on the fret day of March, 1885, file her Pc
tition in the District Court Of the 10th Judicial dis
trct sitting in and for sad County, State OF kan-
sas, against you. Perry Widen and Mary T. Widen,
defendants, setting forth that the defendant FER
den, on account of certain promissary note, made
executed and delivered plaintiff by the said pef
nv widen, defendant, on the eth day Of June, 1854,
for the sum Of Seven Hundred Dollars ls. s.D,
principal, with interest at the rate OF per cent
Der annum, upon which said note there has been
paid the sum Of One Hundred Dollars 1SloO%9
Widen, to secure the payment Of eaid sum exc.
cuted their mortgage deed npon lots and = and
26s, range 24w, containing IA acres, and praying
in said petition that the plaintiff have judgement
mortgage b foreclosed, and that said described
premises may be sold to pay said sum, and the said
Perry widen and Mary f. Widen are required to
appear and ansNer said petition on or before the
18th dav of April. 1886. Nv. SUTTON,
Attorney for Plaintiff.
L. z. McGARRY, Clerk District Court.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

ARTISTIC DRESS-MAKING.
By the Misses Scott, IN block north
of Opera House. A Perfect Fit, by
the French Prussian Mode, which
speaks for itself, and the most artistic
work throughout, is guaranteed. Even
ing Costumes q specially.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

The editor of the Glen Elder Herald
suggests that all the dogs in tina: town
be Killed SO as to prevent them from
going mad. A good suggestion, and
one worthy Of being adopted in other
towns.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Down in Meade Center, judging from
The Press Democrat, the people are
troubled good deal with Sprigg. He
is Sprig-a superauous branch As it
were-the people want to lop of.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Weather prophets are thicker than
leaves IN Ambrosia. A. J. DeVoe,
meteorologist, comes to tho front He
says that about the Sd Of March severe
storm will form back in Kansas, and
will move ACROSS the country straight
to Washington, D. c., and will strike
the Atlantic coast about the 5th.
Floods and gales in southern states;
snow north Of latitude 80 Q. A snow
blockade will covers large portion Of
the United States. Immediately fol-
lowing the storm there will be . cold
wave that will make everything snap
and crack. He predicts a cyclone form
ing on the south Atlantic ocean and
moving up the Gnlf stream, causing
heavy gales along the middle Atlantic
states. This will be followed bya sharp
cold wave. After the 24th, ho says, it
will be warm and continue warm to end
of month.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

g. G. Gilbert was in the city Tues
day. He says the water will soon run
in the irrigating ditch. Men are en-
gagged in constructing the dam at the
head of the ditch above Cimarron.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Chas. Dickerson purchased the build
ipgs and hardware Of Chas. Shields.
The consideration was $4,000. The
buildings are located on the corner of
Chestnut street and Sd avenue.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Friends to the number of about thir-
ty rather unexpectedly gathered at the
residence Of the Rev. and Mrs. Done
gan Tuesday evening: agreeably sur
prising, as we'll as enjoying farewell
visit with the worthy couple before
their departure for Kansas. All pres
ent were brimful of soeiability, and
enjoyed themselves in . manner long
to be remembered. Mr.. Donegan has
labored among US for about year past
striving for the upbuilding of his Mas
ter's kingdom, and during his sojourn
has drawn around him large circle Of
friends who deeply regret his depart
ure. Baskets filed with provisions
were taken and an ample repast partak-
en- of. The company departed about
IL o clock, after cordially bidding good
speed to the family, feeling that an
enjoyable evening had been spent, and
that Port Byron is losing most esti-
mable family:-Port Byron Qllinois)
Globe, February 22d. Rev. Mr.. Don
egan and family will make their home
in Dodge City.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Rev. VIM. Bartle preached his fare
we'll sermon in the NJ. E. Church last
Sunday morning. Mr.. Bartle conduct
ed the revival meetings for several
weeks, and met with grand success. We
regret that he is not to be retained
here. He will probably be assigned At
Garfield. Mr.. Bartle IL thorough,
practical speaker. He does not fail to
interest his hearers with practical and
and pertinent illustrations. Ee chose
his text Sunday morning from 9Th verse
Of I'd Peter: "And to knowledge tenn
perance, and to Temperance patience,
and to patience godliness. He
said the great important duty Of the
church Was to counteract the infu-
ence of the foreign immigration. The
influx Of the foreigner was establishing
European habits and institutions which
would revolutionize our American man
ners. He said we must Americanize
the people or else they will European
ixe us. The speaker directed some
we'll pointed remarks to his congrega.
ton, which may have been applica.
bic to some of them at least. We ad-
mire the ministers frankness and cour
age. There is too much of an exhibi'
ton of "human nature" in the church
and it rquires the forciblc utterance.
of q fearless preacher to aim correctly
at the imperfectiona Mr.. Bartlt
spoke Of pious people who travelled OF
Sunday; Of those who criticise tht
manner, matter and gesture Of the
preacher, forgetting the al!-importan
subject, the sermon. He said in for
mer times clocks were placed outside
of the church building 90 that thu
church members could be promptly a
church service. But how things wer'
changed. Instead Of outside clocks
the time-pieces are placed on the in
side 20 impatient were the congrega
ton for the finishing of the service
(But few heads turned to the accus
toned habit of looking at the elool
hanging on the north wall of tn
church. We think the rebuke is .
timely one.A
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

v. D. Billings, Of Kinsiey, is furn-
fishing McGeary Bros. with $50, 900
brick for the new school house build
ing. The Mercury states that Z. NJ.
Wright, c. NJ. Beeson and others have
bought brick Of Mr.. Billings, to be
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Programme for Dino Social, Friday
evening, March 9Th:
ADpREss-By Superintendent Of Sunday School.
SoxG-By the Class.
REcIrATioN-By Carrie Crawford:
RECIrAr1oN-By Lucy Baird.
INsrRunENrAL MusIC-By Katie Kfeigh.
SoNG-By Claes.
REcIrArioH-By Emma Cherington.
SELECT RsAnINo-By Lottie Breaky.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Robt. J. Gabriel, of Fredricktown,
Mo-, arrived in the city Sunday, and
is looking at the country. He is much
pleased with appearances in Dodge.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Mrs. L. w. Cheringtou left for Gal
lipolis O., Saturday evening, having re-
oelved telegram stating that her faith
er. DR.. Combs, was serious i'll.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

L. w. Cherrington received Q dis
patch Saturday night announcing the
death of DR.. Combs, his fathcr-in-law.
Dr.. Combs resided q short time in Dodge
City.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

The Baptist church people will give
basket sociable at their church on
Wednesday night, March 10th. The
proceeds go to defray expenses Of the
organ.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Thirty cars with immigrant passen.
gers were At the depot Saturday. The
passengers were destined for Dodge,
Cimarron and other points.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

L. W. Cherington sold $50 acres Of
land east of the reservation and 100
acres in section 16, northwest, to C.
E. Thomas, Of Springfield, O., on
Monday last.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

The Garden City people will use hay
for the sand road through the hills on
the south side of the river. 1t is said
that hay makes Q good solid road and
will last long while.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04
RANCH FOR RENT.

RANCH FOR RENT.
Two miles southwest Of Dodge City,
containing 423 acres, all fenced, half
mile river front. Good hay and good
pasture lands, house, corrals, sheds,
windmill, &c. Lease given for three
or 6ye years. s. w. ATEN.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Agricultural implements are being
shipped in large quantities. Our stock
men are men Of business and know
how to take the bull BY the horns.-
Mobeetie Panhandle.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Mrs. Kate II. Walden has purchasd
four lots and house on east Chestnut
street Of Nc L. Armstrong, paying
the sum Of $4,000. Possession will
be given April LIST.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

ARE YOU GOING TO USE PAINT?
Remember that the City Drug Store,
corner Of Front and Bridge streets,
carries complete line of everything:
Oil, Lead, Varnishes, Mixed Paints and
Brushes.
The best place to buy Drugs OF all
kinds.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Rush Deardoff, assistant P. NJ,
goes to Indiana for three weeks. 1t is
said that he will return with Mrs.
Deardoff.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Western Kansas is enjoying eastern
weather-rain and snow on Tuesday
and Wednesday.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Frank Trimpa, Of Speareville town
ship, was in town Monday. He says
that the prospect is good for a large
wheat crop.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04
FOR SALE.
NOTICE OF PUBLICATION.

Land once at Garden City, kae., Feb q, 1885.
Notice is hereby given that the following named
settler has filed notice Of his intention to make
final proof in eurport Of his claim, and that said
proof will be made before L Z. McGarry, Clerk
District Court, at Dodge City, kas, on Saturday,
April 10, 1885, viz:
Myron L. Waters, H. f. No. 1905, for the Lots l, 2
and Sc or NE or Sec 2 Twp Is Range 26 W.
He names the following witnesscs to prove his
said land, viz:
Especial notice to Ezra Ronnin.}
VIM. P. Truden, John L. Finley. Frank N. Adams
and Allen Workman, all Of Dodge City, Kansas
mh4 C. F. NJ. NILES, :Register.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

The fall wheat in Kansas is good.
Some fields were injured by severe
winter, but most of them are looking
well.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Rev. VIM. Bartle goes to Fort Sup
ply to-day, where he will perform
q marriage ceremony.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

For the Dest asortmentment OF bron-
zed and General Hardware, Tiuware
and Stoves call at F. G. ZDNIRNANN s
Store, Sturm's Block.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Ed. Weston has gone to Chicago to
look after the interests of the electric
light company Of Dodge City. he left
on Friday night last.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

We have $50 acres of Timber Land
in Richland County, Wisconsin-stands
us in 1921 per acre. Will exchange
for good lands in Kansas. There need
be no suffering here for want Of fuel OK
building material. Address,
JACOB ScHILLIN0,
Salem, Ohio.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04
STORES FOR RENT.

STORES FOR RENT.
Two Fine Stores, south Of the bridge
will be rented cheap, if taken at once.
Also Rooms for light housekeeping, at
50. 90 to Sc. 90 per month each.
Inquire of GEO. T. Mckinney,
Granger Store, south Of Bridge.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

r. r. Robbins has received . lot Of
Spring and Summer samples, the finest
ever brought to this city. Call and get
4 nice suit.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04
PROPOOALS rem WAGON TEAMS.
RORTATlON.
HEADQUARTERS DEPARrMsNT or fKD MISSOURI.
OYYIcB OF CArKY QUA1T1nxAG11Rv
FoRr LnAvEnwonzu, KANSAS,


February 18th, 1854
CEALED PROPOSALS, in triplicate, subject so
- the usual conditions, will be received -
this Office until 12 O'Clock noon, Saturday, Mafcn
10 1855 at which time and place they VIII 30
opened in presence Of bidders for the transport1-
ton Of military supplies the following descrfo'
ed routes in the Department VI the Missouri, dur.
ing the fiscal year commencing July LIT, 1885, and
ending June dOth, 1854, viz:
ROUTE No. 1.-Caldwcn, Kansas. to Fort Hen9
l. T.-distance III milee; o. from the Indian Ter
ritory terminus Of TIE Sc. Louie and San Francisco
Railway TO Port Reno, I. T.-distanee from Sepol-
pa l. r. the present terminue, about III miles
RoUrE No. &-Dodge City, Kausas, 70 fort snpr
ply. I. T. and Fort Elliott Texss,-distanee 70
Fort Supply - miles to Fort Elliott 166 miles; on
from the western terminus Of the Southern KAN
sas Railway to Fort supply, l. T., and Fefs Bl1ots,
Texas,-distance from kiOwA, Kansas, the preeens
terminus, to Fost Supply, about 20 miles; 70 xoss
Elliott, about 1c3 miles.
RourB No. 4-HenLetta, wichita Falls, o
Harold Texas, to Fort Sill, T.-distance aDoUs
6S, 66 and 60 miles respectively
ROUTE No. 4.-HsTrOld. Texas, 70 Fort hin0s@
Texae.-distanee about 14S miles.
Proposals for transportation on sny o. 81 on II
routes above named viii be received The sY
eminent reserves the right to reject any or Al pD
posals Blank proposals., form Of cOntr2c. ~
printed circulafs giving full information - 70 tae
manner of bidding, etc, will be furn1shed on sP
piicatiou to this once. Envelopes containing p!o
posale should be marked "Proposeis Tor TransPfr
mnde,signed' JAMES GILLI6S,.
Nesc-e y - Y. q ~
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Rain, snow and slect Sunday night
and Monday. March did not conc in
very much like lamb.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

CATTLE FOR SALE.
Sixty head of we'll improved cattle
for sale. Twenty cows, balance young
stock. 8. W. ATTN.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

The young ladies of Mrs. Metcalf'
Sunday school class will give q dime
sociable in the N. Z. Church Friday
night.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

There are some transactions In real
estate. Town lots are advancing in
price, but few sales are being made.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

8. B. Chappell, of Great Bend, was
in the city Tuesday. He says the Bend
is improving.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

L. z. Mcintyre left Monday morn
ing for Atchison, Kansas, on business
For few days.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

A FINE LITTLE FARM Of % aeres. situaten
"a in Scioto County, Ohio. for sale, or Will
trade for good western land. IS acres under good
cultivation, remainder we'll timbered with OAK.
Walnut, Poplar and Chestnut GOOD FENCES,
younp orchard of acres, all choice fruit. A good
liz story frame house of roOms with porch, pan
try and portico. Good smoke-house. good wells:
3 never failing springs: One good stable, Sx ~
climate. titie good For full description, address.
d. 7, BLACKBURN, Owner.
Reference: M. Joy oni"'
I J. SCOTT, CbncoFdiA, Kan
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

Chas. w. Willett spent Sc veral days
in Kansas City, returning Tuesday.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

The Presbyterian church received an
addition of II members to the church
Sunday last
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

The Southwestern Telephone and
Telegraph Company was organized in
this city, Feb. 25th, 1886, with cap
ital stock of $50, 900, divided into 1900
shares, at ten dollars per scare.
The object of the company is to op-
crate a telephone line running south
from Dodge to Fowler, Wilburn and
Meade Center and north to Hodgeman
Center and Jetmore.
This project meets with the hearty
approval Of the citizens of this and sur
rounding towns, as by this means, the
trade that would otherwise be diverted
into other channels, would be Influenced
toward this point by having direct COM
munication.
The following is the list Of directors
for the first year:
D. NJ. Frost,
Geo. B. Cox,
Geo. S. Emerson,
G. w. Averill,
r. W. Evans,
G. NJ. Hoover,
j. H. Finlay,
B. F. Milton,
j. E. Lanouette, all OF Dodge City,
and B. F. Cox, of Meade Center.
The construction of the line will be-
gin as soon as the material arrives, and
it is expected that the line will be in
operation before the first Of May.
The next meeting will be held March
9Th, at 4 p. M, at Finlay & Milton 8
Office, and 1t is requested that every
member be present, as business relating
to the construction of the line will then
be brought before it.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1886-03-04

81 can see 6 marked improvement
in the habits Of railroad men; they
don't drink nearly as much as they
use to, and their morals are better. I
think the railroad reading rooms have
been blessing to all. ~ This Is the in
formation given by railroad fireman
to the commissioner Of labor statistics,
the first aDhual report of the Bureau
of Labor and Industrial Statistics hav-
ing just been published. A blacksmith
says: "1f labor expects to prosper, it
has got to throw the saloons overheard"
A shoemaker in the same report says.
Education and temperance are what
the workingman needs. Too much of
his wages goes into the till of the sa-
loon keeper" A carpenter says: ''Let
US agitate on temperance if We would
uphold the dignity of labor. The re.
port is an interesting publication.