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The intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1887-1891, 1888-03-17

MIR. Ram all is IA queer kind OF a
democrat, yet they say he il II While
he has some democratic notions, ne
doubt, and Il man can hardly be All
American citizen without holding more
or less Of them. he manages to appear
too often in the role of M assistant
republican. Here he is now, after the
democratic committee on ways and
means has formulated a bill, as much
as possible in conformity to the recon,
m]endations OF the president and the
last democratic platform, coming in
with Il bill of his own, which the rs.
sOciatGd press, the Gvcr-rcaiy tool OF
in" been a carefully and scientifically
considered measure, rs if the Mills bilI
were merely a sort OF h~aIch-patch
jumbIod together by Il parcel of litter
ates and badly informed tyros in legis-
lation. Mr.. Randall has the reputation
OF being himself no fool. He knows,
then, az well as anybody, that he has
nothing To teach to Messrs. Beck, Car
Isle and Mills on the tariff question,
and his bringing in Il bill at this late
dav is not to assist these gentlemen,
but to give aid and comfort TO the
enemies Of the party TO which Mr.,
Randall processes to belong. 1t would
be better for the democratic party,
better for the political fair fame OF Mr..
Randall himself were he to go at once
over to the republicans, than TINS to
juggle with the declarations of the
democracy IN its national platforms II
Mr.. Randall cannot train with his party
on this important issue, why III de-
cency's name let him go. Either he is
no democrat or Cleveland and Carlisle
are not. Mr.. Randall vas shown his
status as a leader of the party when he
was retired from the speakership. Is il
possible that all this is pique at being
defeated for that place? However that
may be the leaders OF the party to-day
are Cleveland and Carlisle, lot Mr..
Randall. This being 80 if Mr.. Randall
comes to congress as a democrat it is
his duty to aid the majority of his party
in securing legislation in accordance
with its declarations of principles. One
thing is certain, the mass of the demo-
cratic party is tired of temporizing on
this question. 1t means business, and
at st. Louis it will say SO, and if Mr..
Randall or Mr.. Anybodyelse gets in
the way all the worse for them.
The intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1887-1891, 1888-03-17

HAVE Il quantity ~ Sur OAK, wh,to OAK
I anu MuiherTy fence posts FOR sale nj my tim
Der lot Nv" mites iOufh of Lexington on m.
WhrTen7bIrg rOpd. Inquire at nv residences
seven miles south OF Lexington on WTrpnsbuTp
road. mIU'9 nos = nL H,Tt,SSN
The intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1887-1891, 1888-03-17

Henry Bergh, the friend of the dumb
brute, died at his home in New York,
March y He WAS the founder and
president of the society for the preven-
ton OF cruelty to animals, and to him
is due the passage of many laws to
protect animals from cruelty, and a
reform in the treatment of animals
generally. His was a useful life, and
hn uuu q harn in hiu uay
The intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1887-1891, 1888-03-17
FINAs. ~ENT

NOTICE In hereby gwen TO all creditors and
~ other persons Interested ia the estate OF
william W Pe,IdiCord, 'lcreascd, that The un-
drr7iGncd adIHInislIbtTiN VIII npply % make
IL DnaI settlement Of said estate, at tho NAV
term. lsSS, OI the Probate court Of Lafayette
county. Missouri. TO Ht hrgun and held ut the
Probate count room, IN the city Oi Lexington,
on the second MUnhHV in May. 1888
EMMA l.. PEDDICORD,
mehl1t6 Administratrix.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10
West Point Examination.

BY order of Congressman John A.
Anderson, there will be held an exami-
nation throughout the Fifth District in
the second week in June to determine
the selection of a cadet to 60 to the
West Point Military Academy. The
examinations will be conducted by the
various county superintendent in their
own counties. Applicants must be be-
tween the ages of II and q and must
undergo thorough physical examina-
ton. Their scholarship qualifications
will only be tested in the common
school branches, with the addition of
United States history. If successful in
securing the appointment, another ex-
animation must be gone through with
upon arrival at the Academy.
If successful there, the cadet is sure
of four years course in one of the
best schools of the world, $500 a year
while attending and an officers COM
mission in the United States Army at
graduation. The prize is worth work
ing for.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10
THE CITY CLOCK.
The Time for Definite Action has
Come. Shall Abilene Lose an OPP
portunity to Secure a Valuable
Addition to its Appearance?

The new city hall has reached such q
stage in its construction that the build
ers must know definitely regarding the
arrangement of the tower. If it is tc
hold city clock, there will be a de-
cidedly different construction than il
not; and the business men of Abilene
must take immediate and definite
action in the matter one way or the
other.
There are many things to be said in
favor of having city clock placed in
the tower. 1t adds to the metropolitan
appearance of the city: it is an inesti-
mable convenience to the citizens gen.
orally; it will attract the attention of
strangers, and will in many ways adj
vance the interests of Abilene.
A sum sufficiently large to defray the
expense of this improvement 10 being
raised by our business men. Subscrip-
ton papers are with G. G. Sterl & Co.
and at Lebold, Fishers bank. Every
public-spirited citizen should do some
thing to help in this enterprise.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10
The Storm this Morning.

Kansas, and especially Dickinson
county, will hereafter repudiate more
strongly than ever the adjective
''droRthy." For two weeks there have
been heavy showers almost daily. This
morning, however, was the most severe
storm of the series.
1t came up about six o'clock and the
rain poured almost deluge upon us
for nearly 8 hours. Heavy thunder
and lightning accompanied the storm.
The electric fluid disturbed things
somewhat in the city, though fortu.
nately no serious damage was done.
The flag staff On top Of the Citizens
bank was struck and shivered into q
Thousand splinters. The building it
self was not injured. Of the electric
light burners many were burned out BY
the excess Of electricity carried by the
wires.
The farmers are more than pleased
with the downpour as it means certain
death to the chinch bugs.
Kansas agriculture is upon q firm
baEts this year.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10
FIREMEN'S TOURNAMENT.
A Royal Time at Salina-A Large
Crowd and Interesting Contests.

y large number Of citizens accom-
panied the Abilene firemen TO Salina
yesterday. Our sister city was crowded
with visitors and all enjoyed themselves
hugely. The program as given in
yesterdays REFLECTOR was carried
out as far as possible.
In the parade contest the Salina fire
companies carried off the prize for the
handsomest appearance.
The tug of war between ten picked
men from Abilene and Clay Center
was won by the former. In a similar
trial between Salina and Minneapolis
the latter was victorious.
The Duffy race, ten selected men to
run 100 yards with hook and ladder
cart, was won by Minneapolis. The
time made was: Solomon, 144 seconds;
Clay Center, 15!; Abilene, 10; Salina,
154; Minneapolis, II.
A grand ball was given at the exhi-
bition hall in the park in the evening.
All fremen were admitted free. The
Abilene people returned last night.
Today large numbers went to the
scene of festivity to witness the con-
tests. The remainder of the program
was carried out this afternoon.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10
WICHITA WORKERS.
Republican Delegate Convention
Meets With Full Repre-
sentation Present.
Thomas A. Osborne, J. 2. Hallowell
Albert Griffin and Judge Strang,
Probable Delegates.

Special to the REFLECTOR.
WICHITA, Kas., May 9.-The Re
publican convention met at II m. today
The meeting was called to order by
chairman of the State central commit.
tee. 2. l. Bonebrake Rev. Hewitt. OF
Wichita, made an eloquent and appro-
pirate prayer. Senator H. B. Kelly,
of Mcpherson, nominated Joseph Ady,
of Newton, for chairman. The election
was carried unanimously. Benjamin
Schnierle, of Hutchinson, was chosen
secretary.
Mr.. Ady, upon taking the chair, made
a striking and effective speech, arous-
ing enthusiasm in his well-known in
spring manner. Rounds of applause
interrupted him frequently.
After the appointment of the usual
committee, the convention adjourned
to meet at three o'clock.
The probabilities are that upon re-
assembling the convention will choose
J. F. Legate and Eugene Ware for
electors, and Thos. A. Osborne, J. r.
Hallewell, Albert Griffin and Judge
Strong as delegates from the State-at-
large to Chicago. Though many are
opposed to Albert Griffin being a dele
gate, it will be thought best that he
should have a place on the delegation.
The convention is the largest one
ever held in the State, full representa-
tions being present from every county.
The meeting this afternoon was har-
monious and enthusiastic throughout,
not a hitch occurring in the delibera-
lions of the assembly.
The city is crowded with people,
many of those in attendance on the
knights Templar's conclave remaining
to be present at the convention.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10
BOARD of Trade.

The board of trade held a regular
business meeting last night.
A communication from the board
of railroad commissioners to Mayor
Rice, in relation to connecting tracks
between the different roads running
into the city, was read.
Major Croll made request that the
board of trade assist in entertaining the
members of the State Pharmaceutical
association.
\ motion appointing Frank Ball and
George Hoisingten committee on car
riages to arrange matters in this par
ticular and to solicit private vehicles,
was carried.
A committee of five was appointed
to confer with the druggists and raise
the necessary funds to entertain the
visitors. The president appointed the
following gentlemen: Theo. Mosher,
G. H. Lebold, S. Rothschild, J. B. Case,
A. w. Rice.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10
From Tuesdays Daily

Harrington will vote on a PROPOSE
ton to issue SIS, 200 bonds for new
school house, May 18th.
During the storm yesterday morning
the lightning struck the school-house
in district No. s (Highland) and demon
allied the chimney somewhat as well as
tore off considerable Notwithstanding
Robert Wilson, son of S. NJ. and
Sarah l.. Brown, died at their home in
Manchester, May 5, aged three and a
half years. Robby was a bright boy
though always a sufferer, making home
pleasant by his winning ways. Serious
illness sliced him April IS, and in so
short tine robbed home of treasure
and left vacant hearts to feel their loss.
He was buried at the Prairiedale Gem
etery Sunday.
The local Y. NJ. G. A. held an impor-
tant business meeting last evening.
Among other business it was voted
that it was the sense of the meeting
that the work of the association had
arrived at point where it was very
desirable to have general secretary
who should devote his whole time to
the work, and that the executive COM
mittee take this matter in charge and
see if suitable person can be found
for the position, and see if the neces-
sary funds will be forthcoming to de-
fray this additional expense.
1t was also voted that the association
purchase, at as early day as possible,
a suitable lot upon which to erect
permanent building for the use of the
association.
The date for beginning the Dickin-
son county normal institute has been
definitely fixed as July 9th. The fac
ulty will be the same as last year: I'll.
F. Graham, Abilene, conductor; w. S.
jerks, Ottawa, S. NJ. Cook, Solomon,
instructors.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10
a Beautiful Service,

1t is pleasure for us to note mat
tiers of merit, such as the praise service
| of the Grace Reformed Sunday school on
Sunday morning. The singing of the
Sunday school was accompanied by the
orchestra of the school, composed of
the following members: Harrison, vio-
lin; Hoffman, cornet; Shane, claronet;
McElhany, baritone; and Miss Stauffer,
organist. The Introductory hymn was
first rendered by the orchestra. So in
spring was its character, as to enlist
the voices of the large school assembled,
swelling the words to grand anthem
of praise to God. The spirit of praise
seemed to be intensified by each sue
cessive hymn, and We believe each
teacher was better prepared thereby
for their special work, as well also each
pupil to be taught.
Messrs. Kump and Skillman can well
be proud of their school, ard need only
to press forward the work diligently to
realize the good results they SO anxious
ly anticipate.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10
BOARD OF EDUCATION.
Full Proceedings of Monday Nights
Meeting. Prof. A. v. Jewett re-

| mcCIluS' 1Iol' a. " JoWCGI Ic-
elected.
Meeting was called to order at s
o'clock. In absence of president John
Johntz and vice-president Thornton,
G. W. Carpenter was called to the
| chair.
The following members answered to
roll-call: M. V. Brilliant, J. c. Light
ner, A. S. Davidson, A. Lesher, A. j.
Petit, G. w. Carpenter.
Minutes of last meeting read and ap-
proved.
Superintendent report read and or
dered filed.
Treasurer's report, showing balance
on hand of S2554, read and accepted.
City Clerk Smiths certificate of cleo
ton of the new members, J. c. Light
ner, NJ. P. Jolley, c. c. Shaler, T. H.
Malott and N. c. Dyer, read.
Teachers applications for positions
were ordered laid on table until the
new members of board were sworn into
Office.
Sometime was then spent allowing
bills, etc.
The old board having finished its
work, the new members now took their
oath of Office and the outgoing mem
bers retired.
The new board elected the following
officers: President, 7. L. Thornton,
vice-president, G. W. Carpenter; A. S.
Davidson, secretary; G. A. Hodge re-
mains as treasurer.
The board next proceeded to the cleo
ton of superintendent. Several appli-
cations were read. F. P. Smith, Of
Bedford, Ind, was placed in nomina-
tion by T. 81. Malott. A. V. Jewett
was also nominated. Upon ballot,
Prof. Jewett received six votes and
Smith two. Prof. A. Y. Jewett was
declared elected superintendent for the
ensuing year. A motion to fix the
superintendent salary at 81 200 was
made; amended to read 81 500. Amend
ment sustained and motion as amended
adopted.
The committees for the coming year
not having been appointed, the chair
named Messrs. Lightner, Dyer and Ma.
lott as special committee on grounds
and buildings until such appointment.
Mr.. Mal0tt wished to be excused, and
C. C. Shaler was appointed in his place.
After some discussion on ways and
means the board adjourned.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10
Dickinson County Crops.

The following is the Kansas Farm
er's crop report from Dickinson county:
April favorable for spring work.
Abundance of rain has fallen during
the past three days. Winter wheat
making a luxuriant growth. The
wheat plant never looked better than
it does at the present writing. Oats all
up and growing vigorously. large area
sown. A large amount of land is al
ready planted to corn. The farmers
with planters and listers are at work
in every field. Prospects good for
fruit of all kinds except peaches.
African maize, Kaffir corn, and milo
maize is being planted considerably.
A large breadth of mangolds are be-
ing sown also. Stock all in the
pastures.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10
Notice.

10 all Union Soldiers and Sailors of III
late ,Cdr:
Headquarters Abilene Post No. SO, De
partment of Kansas, G. A. R., Ma,
s, 1858.
There will be general muster at tn,
Abilene Post room on Memorial Day
May Both, at 10 o'clock a. m. AL ole
soldiers that wish to become member:
of Abilene Post are requested to senC
in their applications so that they car
he acted upon before that day.
For information of all soldiers, the
Pension Department is establishing
every post as bureau of information;
therefore, every soldier should have his
name on the roster in good standing
with the Post. 1t will be benefit t.
you and your old comrades in the flu
ture. DAVID MATTEsON.
+. V. CLOSE, Post Commander.
Post Adjutant.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10

The sale of the Chapman Courier to
John II. Engle is announced. We are
glad to welcome Mr.. Engle to the
journalistic crew. He has proven him
self successful teacher in the many
years that he has welded the ferule in
this county, and he will no doubt come
to the front in his new field. The
Courier will undoubtedly remain Re-
publican in politics, and we are sure
will improve in brightness and attract
veness. We wish Mr.. Engle much
success in his venture.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10
COM
To the Farmers of Dickinson an

To the Farmers Of Dickinson anc
-Adoining Counties:
i We wish to call your attention to
the fact that, owing to the tiattering
prospects for an abundant harvest,
we have secured the sole agency for
the d. NJ. Osborn Irvine Binders,
and Mowers, and the Centennial
Wind Mills, all of which are guar
anteed to be SUPERIOR to any other
goods in this line. Don't place
your orders until you have seen our
machines. Our agent will call on
You aoon representing full line of
the above machines, also the best
line of Pumps in the west. We are
now running pump wagon, having
had years of experience in the pump
and wind mill business. Our work
is guaranteed to be tirst-class.
You will also be able to gain some
valuable information, if you will in
sist upon it, from our agents in re-
gard to Gasoline Stoves, the Brown
Washer, Clothes Wringer, Hard
wood Refrigerators, and the old re-
liable Charter Oak Cook Stoves, all
of which we handle in large quanti-
ties.
We are also ready at all times to
do tin work in the country, such as
cave troughs and roofing. Good
work and reasonable prices is our
aim.
We undoubtedly carry in stock
the largest line of General Hard
ware of any store in Western Kan
sas. Remember we are leaders in
this line.
We defy competition.
DUNLAVY q ROE.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10

Noah G. Hershey, prominent farm
er of South Dickinson, left this morn
ing for Chicago. While away he will
attend the General Conference of the
River Brethren church Which meets in
Central Illinois this month.
G. B. Colby, the well-known stock
dealer, will receive from Michigan
twenty head of thoroughbred Holstein-
Friesian cattle next week. They will
be valuable addition to Dickinson
county's already long list of fine stock.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10
Notice for Publication.
Land Office at Salina Kanss

Land Office at Salina, Kansas.
May 8, 1888.
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice of his intention to
make final proof In support of bis claim, and that
said proof will be made before the Probate Judge
Of Dickinson county, at Abilene, Kansas, on
June 10, 1855, VIZ: William E. Baer, Homestead
entry No. 1896 for the south half OF the north
west quarter Is Il NV ~ Of Section two (9,
Township twelve Q2), Range two (2) east Of the
Sixth P. NJ.
He names the following witnesses TO prove his
continuous residence upon, and cultivation of,
said land, viz: Charles NJ. Brenizer, John Chron-
lister. Aaron X. Ruse and Elias Kready, all OF Alb
ilene p. o., Kansas. 37-6 S. NJ. PALMER, Register.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10
THE NEW JAIL.
A Model Structure for the Purpose
Intended.
The County Commissioners Accept
1ha Building.

the Building.
This afternoon the County Commits
siOners accepted from the builders
Paul & Jacobs, the Jail building which
has been in course of erection for thu
past seven months.
To give an adequate description Of
this building, which is an ornament
alike to the city and county, is diff.
cult. 1t reflects great credit upon the
various firms interested in its con.
struction.
The lower floor is fitted up with nine
cells, sheriff's residence of five rooms
and jailer's office. On the second floor
are three cells for females. a cell for
the sick and half dozen rooms of the
sheriff residence. Six more cells can
be placed on this floor and as many in
the basement, if necessary.
Throughout the entire building
are water pipes, numerous ventilation
flueS and every arrangement that
Can add convenience and healthfulness
to the building. The woodwork is ele-
gantly finished in natural cnlors and is
a proof of what John Lancaster can do
in that line. Mr.. Kummerland has the
cOrnice work in the most admirable
state of perfection, while John Hill de-
serves praise for the excellent system
of plumbing put in. The Pauley Jail
Company which manufactured and
placed the steel work have given the
county lasting piece of workmanship.
MesSrs. Paul & Jacobs, the contractors,
have added much to their already good
name as reliable builders.
Altogether the structure is a model
and we do mot see how C. B. Hop
kinS, the architect, could have planned
a more convenient or handsOmer one.
The cost has been about S13, 200.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10
Republican Rally.

The Republican Club will hold a
meeting next Tuesday evening, May
18th. Gen. j. G. Caldwell, of Topeka,
chairman of the State Board of Par
dons and one of the finest orators in
the State, will deliver the address. A
good musical program is also being
prepared. Make your arrangements to
come and enjoy an old-fashioned, en-
thusiastic Republican rally.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10
Dat Stealers.

Under-Sheriff Ellison came in on the
"cyclone" from Sutphens Mills with
five young men accused of stealing a
quantity of oats from Elmer Clemens,
a farmer of Sutphen. They will have
their trial tonight in Quinn's court if
possible.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10
The Poker PLAYERS.

Of the poker players arraigned yes
terday, one was tried this morning and
acquitted. The trials of the others are
adjourned. One of the two who
skipped out was captured last night
and will take his dose with his breth-
ron
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10
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Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10

We are glad to learn that Deputy
Sheriff KirkW God, who has been i'll with
lung fever, is much better. We hope
to see him on our streets again soon.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10

1.-THE session of cour which convenes
on the 22d, has 242 civil cases and Is
criminal cases on the docket, in ad-
dition to an indefinite number of con-
firmation cases vet to be added,
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1888-05-10

Prof. Il. F. Graham of this city was
on Monday granted normal institute
conductors certificate by the State
Board of Education.