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Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29
a FAGOT PARTY,

The friends OF the "Microcosm" are cor
daily invited to attend fagot party, which
will be given at the residence Of Mr.. Martin
Hellar, Topeka avenue, between First and
Second streets, Friday evening. April 30
Each person is requested to bring fagot &c
keep the social freight of the occasion in.
terestingly bright. The fsGot may be 6
game, story, speech, or any other form Of
social offering for the amusement of the rest
and it is desired that the complete pro-
gramme be as varied as possible, to prevent
monotony.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29
POLICE COURT

A New York paper says that since thu
Miksdo craze girls do no: 80 BY pain, bu'
in imitation of the Three Little Maids from
School, move in trios. So il was in the DO
lice court yesterday, only those concernet
we're not little girls. and were more advanced
than the school Age They gave their names
- S. A. McAiister. John Scott and james
Welsh. The three had been spending the
night out together. ard were given the
usual Hne for drunkenness. but their cssh
had run low, and Is they were soler.bly
substantial men the execution vas suspended
for few DAYS
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29
TO OUR BUSINESS MEN.

There will be meeting of our leading
business men and property holders at Oak
Davidson's room, at the Manhattan, thi:
evening at 8 o'clock. The matter is i'm
portant and every leading business man
ought to be present if possible. 1t is mat.
over single day longer. This is for every
man who hangs his faith on Wichita. Re.
member, o'clock.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

A somewhat novel runaway occurred in
the south part of town yesterday. Mr.
Whitaker, the South Lawrence avenue
grocer. returned from the country with his
horse and wagon. He unhitched to feed
the animal. and tied ii to buggy tongue.
Becoming frightened at something, the ami
mai ran of, with the pole flying in the air
and beating against him. He ran away
down to the Lincoln school and raised .
racket among 4hc echolars. but va finally
captuzsd altsr Fscsiving some ugly bruises
I'm IL pols.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Not the small boy alone, but old men,
spend hours admiring the circus paper all
over town. A reporter stood to see an aged
man gazing in:ently at the picture of a
hunter on horseback, who was attacked by
q big buffalo. The horse is represented
rearing on his hind legs, and the bufialo's
horns are right under his breast. The old
man evidently was waiting TO see the buffa-
10 gore the horse, but no such calamity oc-
,n-ral
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29
Y. m. c. A. AUXILIARY.

The members of the Women's Auxiliary
TO the Young Mons Christian Association
who have not paid their dues will please
cali on Mrs. Martin Heller, on Topeka ave-,
between First and Second streets, and paw
their dues, as we expect to have use for the
money soon. EsTELLE woodland,
Secretary
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Col. z. w. Spar, an old railroad builder
Of Lawrence, Kansas, has taken the con-
tract to build forty-two miles of the Null
vane extension of the Santa Fe. He will re-
side with his family at Clearwater this sum-
mer while prosecuting the work. His con-
tract reaches twelve miles into Kingman
county.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

The Fourth ward man will soon become
as noted a political aspirant as the Ohio
man. Six Fourth-warders are mentioned
already for county offices next fall, with sew
erAl houses and barns yet to hear from. 1t
isfy this ward. What are the other wards
going 10 do about itr
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

We are happy to inform our neighbor
the Beacon, that the senate bill, just report
ed by the house committee favorably, viii
never reach consideration by the commit
tee Of the whole. Our representative, Judge
Peters, stands high on fhe list for recogni
ton for motion to suspend the rules, and
he will use that opportunity to call up The
bill referred to,
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Smyth & Hahn have the contract fol
building bath house for DIR. j. ID. Purdey,
the Turkish bath man, 25x90 feet, with a
swimming booth 20x45 in the rear. The
building will be on n. A. English's lots,
near the packing house.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

w. A. Shannon. Esq, of Augusta, writes
us Yesterday, sending drsft to cover his
subscription on the weekly EAGLE, closing
with the following words: Fifteen years
hiss the weekly regularly made its appear
ance at our house, and ever welcome. Sorry
to lose it but let go to let the daily take its
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29
KNIGHTS OF ST. JOSEPH

All members of of the Knights of ST.
Joseph are requested to be present at the
meeting to be held sitter MSS next Sunday,
as the annual election of officers will take
place. w. c. HOLLOWAY, Pres.
C. A WyRicK Sacy
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Miss Alice Owens, daughter of DIR. H.
Owens, is in luck. A rich Ohio uncle, of
whom she was fnvorite, died few days
ago, leaving her $4,000.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29
CARD OF THANKS.

Mr.. and Ms. l. 5. Worrsl desire to con-
vey their most sincere thanks 10 their many
friends and neighbour Who 20 kindly ~
sistsd thsm during The illness and through
n dnfh and burinl Il thsir ehild.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

The Guild of St. Johns church will meet
this afternoon with Mrs. Hill. corner OF
Lawrence avenue and Third street. A full
attendance is requested. as special business
will be brought before the ladies.
Mrs. NJ. JUNKERMAN, President.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

m. Norcutt has filed papers with the
district clerk for the commencement of 3
suit for $500 damages against the St Louis.
Fort Scott and Wichita railway.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

The entertainment given last night BY
"Bllnd Boone" was attended by small
crowd. The total receipts for the two even
ings, however, are far mere than the ex-
penses incurred
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

George Kaiser, the pioneer barber, is put
ting in several new bath rooms. he says
his business 10 like it was in the booming
cattle days.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Mr.. Blsckwelder shows us the plans for
two fine residences to lie Immediately
erected in the center of Fairview addition.
Esch building contains eight principal
looms and will loom up conspicuouslv.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Rev. Joel Harper will preach at the Con-
gregational church tonight at 7:45, and
Rev. ID. Cardley, of Lawrence, Tomorrow
night. The public is invited.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

If there be any SO incredulous as TO the
question of the truth of Wichita's real estate
boom, let him squirt his left eye down the
long line of our transfers this morning and
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

DIR. Saurs' place on Topeka avenue
Just south of the Kansas Furniture COM
psny's new building, was sold to Pollock &
Pearce yesterday for 1000.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Ifyou want to buy fashionable sill, soft,
or stiff hat in all colors, go to Goldstandt's,
20i Douglas ave. They have just received
the --latest" dl37-4t
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

1t is reported on good authority that
Capt. John b. Carey received a bid of S4O,,
600 for bis fair ground park yesterday, and
report is current that Mr.. Scheetz refused
$4,000 for his property on the corner OF
Douglas avenue and Market street. Well,
it's all right.
The street railway company expected to
be extending their line long before this, but
the rails have not yet arrived. When the
necessary material arrives they will make
up for lost time as much as possible by en-
ploying larger number Of hands. Two
new cars will be put on the line next Sun
dav
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

1t was not stranger but Mr.. I. l.. Ny
ers who bought Pollock & Pearce's store.
The reporter who took the item was q
stranger himself and didn't know
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Mr.. w. II. Richards sold his en-
tire interest in the Wichita Wholesale
Grocer Co. TO his partners yesterday.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

LAST evening Mr.. George w. CofmAn and
Miss May G.. Robinson were married by
Probate Judge z. B. levitt
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

At the stockholders of Grafeld Post 1850
ciat!on, held in Memorial hall last evening.
the old board of directors was elected. With
the following officers for the ensuing year:
N. Stewart, president; II. d. Heiserman,
vice-president; B. II. Downing, secretary;
and Abram Smith treasurer. Memorial
hall is now open for entertainments, and will
be let BY the day or evening on very reason
able terms.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

N. Z. Lane, OF Kingman. was in the city
yesterday and called at the EAGLE Office.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29
TURNER'S OPERA HOUSE,

No advance iu prices. Seats may be secure'
at Santa Fe Office without extra charge.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

G. w. Smith, mechanic who was at
work on the back end of j. NJ. Aliens
store, received severe cut on the head.
about O'Clock yesterday afternoon, from a
bunch of bricks that fell from an arch Of
q window hole that had been cut in the
wall. he Was knocked down and stunned,
but soon recovered. and the injury will
probably not prove serious.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Mr.. G. p. Mueller in few hours yester-
day collected Sl02 for the Y. NJ. c. A.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29
SFECidL NOTICES.
Lumber.

-Four thousand feet pine board and scant-
ling for zale at bargain. Call at 80 East
First street. dl36-2t*
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

A Rare Chanse.

will nov offer FOR thirty days my ensir'
bos:ling business. glassware. bar supplies
etc, viii also close out my stock Of cigsrr
pipe. and snokers articles, in lots 20 sait shs
purchaser. from one box 10 The whole stock
and at the very loves. prios- Dealess
ard consumers take notice. TIE reason
.or selling ID this: have concluded 20 Join
ny neirhbors in building . rice three ssosy
building q; my present. location acd befofs
moving and Locating the bushes elsevhers
raake ihis offer. Cal .; IS. corner a
Main and Second s:-eets, Wiohi;a. Kss.
l5eImo PETxn GrrTo.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Mr.. j. f. Swan, of Cincinnati, is in the
city with view of investing. He says the
talk out east is how Kansas is growing and
the boom Of Wichita. Being in the city
but two or three hours, he was convinced
that the many fabulous reports concerning
our growth are well founded. All the east
ern cities are on a standstin when compared
with Wichita.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29
For Sale.

Tot SAG.
Fourteen cheap lots on Harry street, be-
tween Topeka and Emporia avenues; twelve
lots, 25xl50, two lots, 4Oxl5O; prices, 81 200.
Call ut Gil South Market street. 1861
The Dunlop, Knox and Youman blocks
in light colored stiff hats. just received at
Goldstandt's, the halter, 204 Douglas ave.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29
TURNER'S OPERA-HOUsE.
l. NJ CRAWFORD. NANAGRR.
Extra, - Important!
Three Performances,

The Strongest Attraction ever brought to
Wichita.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Money can be had Of the Davidson Loan
company on long time and at lowets rates Of
interest Office in Citizens bank, wichita.
KansN l22-G
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Special Matinee Tuesday after'n at O'Clock
-EAsT-:-LYNNE
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29
Grand Saturday Matinee.

Friday and Saturday, April 80 and MsyI.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

The PEP; les Favorite Show,
The Nirth Provoking
TONY-:-DENIER'S
HUMPTY-DUMPTY
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29
With @ Host of

With @ Host OF
Incidental and Amusing specialties-
Presenting the Screamingly Funny
Silent Burlesque
THE WILD WEST
Buffalo Bill's Last Miles, or tie Adventures oil
Humpty Dumpty among the Indians
% SELECT ARTISTS 25
operate Orchestra. Military Band.
Prices as Usual
Seats ON sale April eth at Santa Fe Ticke!
Once.
N B.-Don't forget the Saturday matinee
for the children.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29
OLIVER TWIST,

Tuesday night, May 4th, Charles Dickens
Greatest Melo-Drama,
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

We have one o, The bsss basIAiss ever Of
seXd- Corner sc. in enc osshs most 3ssis-
able additions in torn chap vitbous asy
zsooey down 10 psrsss thss viii suiid -
once o. then- Al Bssiey Bsos- lie North
Nayket st. 12A
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Bidders 2AeRtAi
/ We naksa speciality q isas. Asis. pias.e.
md esmen2, end isvise b1il1srs, coef.csoea.
| Dlaa1ssss cod nasoos 70 give - caA Pop
IN 4 Wslsa. eusn~ ssepsa cd wseAaa-
1si8As0 - ma
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Yesterday o Mrs. s. D. Pallet was driv-
ing on Douglas avenue opposite the River
side hotel another party in . carriage ran
against hers in such manner - to upset
both. Mrs. Pallet Was accompanied BY her
little girl Who she clasped in her arms - her
carriage was turning over. Fortunately
the horse she was driving stopped immeai-
ately after the accident occurred and no
doubt saved her from receiving serious
injuries.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Gold and silver shirts, f. & w. collars
and cuffs, Wilson Bros summer underwear
and hosiery at Goldstandt's, 2o4 Douglas
avenue, di37-4t
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

ZIc MatIHet utsuay AiteIHoOH at : CIUch
Special Engagement of Americas Most
Distinguished Actress,
GRACE HAwT HORNE.
Supported by her own carefully selected
company, presenting on Monday night
Alexander Dumas Masterpiece,
E-:-NEW-:-CAMILLE"
Introducing the celebrated Duel Scene.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Coz 4 S,AnI>y have soops nrs hsrEsins
In resides: saa basines p-cpessy IN fAs
a:y. Fer he proef al - her e4oe. ~
Naia streeS tt24
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Commencing Monday Evening, Maya,
25c Matinee Tuesday Afternoon at O'Clock
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

TeispaoEe Jour cecsrs - rrs~0aa z
HIba.Eer hsck OF f;veTy. NJ
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Scene pecpse s-e cozrisissng sbos: Gal
tissea Ssshinx q Ia ktsS e s<esshsesf-
Ns<kie ssvp'y Co. sISs
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

wiehiss sssrs Ysrsry se5 Dye woeAs
naAks any kiss OF sy< q sssrs % srdss,
Do N kinds Of eya>G. e;osA0 eiasiag -
spairiae. ed gssnssss DIR vsrk ~
r Dsasis ssss.N 03s-a
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Yresoed Drzek
We ere sole Agents for The Co.osise Brick
company's o-iebr.ssd prsscd birch, the
saess snd cheapest p-e.s~4 brick ia lie
market Rogers Coal ccnpany. SIS Donxi.s
avenue. = ces-6
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Miss Rhoads has removed her dress max
ing establishment from 507 North Main TO
Alb North Water. d137-2t*
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

GRACE HAWTHORNE as NANCY SYKES
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Honey. Pure uaAdulissst~d honey. .
pounds fos Is csa:s, II Ss<inhaussE-xerkle
Supply Co. f3o-1
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

4 Big Drive
A choice lot OF cigsrs. any IN . boz. ose
dollar per boz, 1t SseiahAaser-Neskie Sup
plv Co.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

The following are the real estate transfer
recorded in the ofiice Of register of deed
vasfardaY.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1886-04-29

Chf4p0SS Honey 1vtx OoHed n t6e
west
Owners of business block, wanting money
win hnd il 70 their interest 10 cal on Elliot!
4 NcSees diff
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1886-10-31
Tales About Turtles.

ALEXANDRIA, Mo-, October Is - A
flock of blackbirds collected at the edge
OF the large pond where 1 was fishing,
one day recently. There were several
hundred of them, and such futtering
and mixing of voices as those happy
beings made. Some of the birds would
wade out into several inches of water,
and they would dip and plunge, and
dive In real GralIstore style. Suddenly
the flock arose and few away, with the
exception of one. This bird was in the
shallow water about ten inches from the
shore, and it tried to fly away with its
companions, but could not do so, being
held by one foot. l went across the
pond, having a suspicion that some
treacherous reptile was the cause Of the
trouble. Going to the bird, and examine
ing the source of danger, l found
Iarge-sized swapping turtle, completely
hidden in the soft mud. In its firm jaws
1t held the foot of the poor bird. which
would have soon been destroyed.
took the turtle out on land and released
the bird. The turtle was in for con-
fict, as it belonged to the swapping
variety.
This country has had from May to
September Is, the greatest drouth since
the settlement of Northern Missouri.
The earth has not been thoroughly
soaked within the recent six months.
After one of the late slight showers l
found q common land turtle, which was
helpless and unable to move. The sticky
earth had collected in q round mass
upon the front part Of the turtles
lower shell, and had dried aud become
solid. The accumulation OF earth had
continued as long as the feet of the
turtle could reach the ground. The two
inches of dry and firm soil rendered
further progress impossible. removed
the hinderance, and the turtle went on
its way with renewed energy. J. B.
II L0be-DemOcTdt.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1886-10-31
The Muskrat as a Northumberland

HACKzNsACK, n. j., October 1.-THE
drouth still continues in New Jersey.
All the retail ice dealers have sold their
stocks in this part Of eur State, and
they are now buying from the east by
the car load to supply their customers.
Some gentleman, writing from Pike
County, your State. says that the musk
rats are building very large houses, and
he says that is an indication of very
cold weather. The rats do rot build
houses simply to protect them from the
cold, but for the double purpose of pro-
lection against cold and water, and
whenever there there are foods ap-
preaching the rats will build a second
story on top of the first, leaving small
hole in the center through which they
go up when the water rises. My atten-
ton was called to this fact several years
ago by one of our judges, who lives
near a large meadow. In February,
1881, the rats went hastily
to work and built another story
on their houses, and in about one
week the whole village was flooded.
Their instinct Is more reliable than all
the scientific instruments in use, and
feel confident that the farmers through
out your State would do wise thing to
repair every dam and open the bitches,
for there surely will be floods during the
next two weeks.
There have been very severe storms
this week down in Texas and up in
Michigan. Next week the storms will
advance eastward, and l expect our
drouth will end. Sunday. the 18th, will
enter warm and partly cloudy; Mon
day, Is, cloudy and rainy; Tuesday, 10,
brisk northwest winds and cooler
weather; Wednesday, %, clear and
frosty; Thursday, 81. warmer and
faggy; Friday, %. clear and warm; ;
Saturday, %, unusually warm and
foggy.-Pittsburg DispGten.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1886-10-31
Wop9 Chin Zoos Snake Yarn

Wong Chin Foo is an interesting
celestial who occasionally writes for the
New York press. He now caps the
climax of the snake story season in an
interesting contribution to the New
YORK S "a A little schOol-boy while on
his way to school one day picked up
what seemed TO him to be small white
pebble. He put 1t into MS poeket. II
proved to be = snake egg. snd in time.
THROUGH the heat Of MS pocket, it
Matched out Young reptile. The boy
fell in love with it and carried it from
day to day to school with him, and fed
it with part of his own lunch until II
became too big TO be carried, where he
made a nest for it at home. BIT one
day 1t suddenly grew to an enormous
size, and upon the boys arrival home he
was frightened to death. When the
monster saw what he had done be was
sorely afflicted and refused 70 be fed, bit
Immediately put on mourning by turn
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1886-10-31
Combat Between a Hawk and a Snake


We have taken the dimensions of a
big hawk killed by some Wellsburg
hunters the other day, near Indepen-
dence, Pa, that We think takes the cake
in the chicken thief line. 1t was one of
the red tail sort, with a head, beak and
ewes ike the proud bird of America, and
talOns fully an inch long; measured
from the tip of one wing 70 that of the
other. forty-nine inches, AID from the
end o. its tail to the point of its beak,
nineteen inches; weight, within an
ounce or two of three pounds; muscles
of its thighs over an inch through, and
sineWy as though made or raw hide and
brass wire interviewer; back brown ;
breast and under parts white, with black
dots. At the time it met its fate 1t was
engaged in acombat with black snake
about SIX feet long, in which the combat
seemed to be all on its side, for the
snake. all but eighteen inches OF its
hinder end, had taken refug= under q
log. and that eighteen inches the hawk
was busily engaged IN demOlishing with
beak and taions, and was so absorbed in
the lob that he failed to observe in time
the approach of the hunters. The dis
coYery was made by both about II
same time, but as the hawk rose in the
air the man with the shotgun banged
away aud the big bird fell with a Grip
pied wing, and was shortly afterwards
dispatched. An investigation IF the
field disclosed a black snake fully slX
feet long, in a hole under the log, thick
as s mans wrist, and what was left Cf
him still living. The bird had torn off
and devoured a considerable portion Ct
what he could get st, and if 1t had been
able to secure the rest of its body, might
by this time have been in Canada living
and well. His lifeless remains are now
in the hands of ThOs. Bell, the taxider-
mist. Eight squirrels, ETC., ETC., it
remains TO oe said were the balance Of
the days work.-Giojs-D6 Democrat.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1886-10-31
PIgeon,sLonR Plight.

WHEELING, w. Va, October 49,
Michael Freismuth started two homing
pigeons for Wichita, Kan, last evening
to test their qualities. One of them
arrived yesterda afternoonin ffty-four
hours and tour minutes after their
release. The distance is 1900 miles.
The actual flying time is thought to be
twenty-four hours, the birds making
wing. The record is one of the best ever
made. A good deal OF money changed
HANDS on the result. The bird is a year
and half old and half En- lish and hall
Belgium stock. One hundred dollars
has been refused for her.