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Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

The county clerk appointed by An
trim, of Gray county, just before he
skipped out took the records OF mis- office
to Cimarron, and the papers of that town
Immediately got out their ROSTERS and
had a big time 1t now seems that the
books were taken awsy without authori-
ty and the clerk may be compelled to go
back again. Testimony in the county
seat question is still being taken.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

On last Saturday evening" large and
enthusiastic meeting was held by the
democrats at Ford City and Cleveland
and Thurman club was organized. B.
F. Milton. j. NJ. Lloyd and W. II. Mes
serly addressed the meeting. The Off
GERS of the Club elected are: Mr.. Hag-
ermsn, president John Campbell, vice
president, W. II. Messer'v, sec. andtreas.
The club will hold another rousing meet
ing on this Thursday evening, which
will be addressed by number of able
speakers
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

SANTA FEE RoUTE-For the state g.
A. r. Reunion at Topeka, Kas., Oct. 1st
to 9th, we will sell round trip tickets
from Sept. Both to Oct. 9Th. at rate Of
SS14 Limited to return to Oct. eth.
For the Kansas State Fair at Topeka
Sept. 18th to 22nd, round trip tickets on
sale Sept. 16 to to 22nd, at rate of 1854
This includes admission to Fair grounds
Tickets limited to Sept. oath for return.
FRED GARDNER, Agent
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

The Ford City fair opened Tuesday
with very fair attendance, considering
it was the first day. They have splen-
did showing of crops raised in Ford Co..
and the display of stock is fine. To-day
will be the great day of the fair as they
intend to have some good races, and a
number of fast horses have entered.
There will be speech making in the aft
ernoou. in which Col Jones, as the ora
tor of the day, will tell what he knows
about farming" A large number will at
tend from this city.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

LOsT.-On the nth inst, between
Dodge City and Fort Dodge on south
side of the river, or between Dodge City
and Jetmore, Hodgeman Co., q pocket
book containing three promissory notes
and my final claim receipt with fifteen
dollars in money which the finder can
have by leaving the book and papers at
the Times Office.
# 81. d. Chambliss.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Remember that on next Saturda,
evening the Cleveland & Thurman clul
will meet at the Court house, and tran
sact some very important business be
sides having some good speaking Lei
every menbef b preseak
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

L. Lockman was in the city sfSatEr-
day. He had just returned from an cv-
erland trip to Garden City and points
north of there, where they had their ir
rigating ditch in operation, and says he
Is satisfied that with water in the ditch.
through this country anything can be
raised. He saw very large crops that
had been raised in the district he travel
ed over
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Mr.. F. A. Williams, hearing a good
deal about the number of ducks on the
ditch, concluded to try his luck on last
Tuesday morning and started out at day
break. He returned fully convinced
that there were no ducks in that part of
the country, or else the ducks were mott
fed of his coming and left for parts I'M
known
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20
Notes from Ensign.
rmers busy sowing wheat.

Notes from Ensign.
Farmers busy sowing wheat.
Corn, a good crop for the season.
The amount of blue stem hay is in
creasiDg.
We can take the train and go to Dodge
now.
Hessrs. Calame, Wane and Brown are
in Colorado in search of cattle to raise
ON shares
Our merchants have been receiving a
large amount of new goods this week
Mr.. Stills has moved to Wilbur, and is
carrying the mail to and from Dodge.
Mr.. o. Harris comtemplates going east
shortly. E.. Ell.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Baker Foreman, manager for r. NJ.
Wright & Co., has returned from the
east, and in his absence not only bought
the handsomest stock of dry goods.
clothing, etc, for the fall and winter
trade, but has gained five pounds in
weight over the JOY of being able to give
such magnificent bargains to the ladies
in the newest of goods.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Mrs. Col. T. S. Joees, who has been
absent the most of the summer. arrived
home on last Sunday evening. During
her absence she has visited her old home
in the south, and spent some time with
her daughter at Cottonwood Falls.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

The voters of Grandyiew towns ship
held their convention on last Saturday
and placed the following township tick
ct in the field: Trustee, r. n Hutchin-
son; clerk, II. l.. Harvey; treasurer. W.
Hunt; justices, w. c. Mckinney, Hugh
Lockman; constables, Levi Sells, J.
Antoine Scholier
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Mr. D. Z. Martin, who left here last
June returned to Dodge on Monday, hav-
ing travelled over good part of Arkan-
sas and the Indian Territory. Mr.. Mar
tin is an energetic and ambitious young
man, and in his trip from home has not
only enjoyed himself, but made money
in his numerous business transactions.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

J. d. Dent took look at his farm
south of here Tuesday and at the same
time examined several farms on which
he contemplates making loans. He sold
a half interest in his store Saturday to
Mr.. w. T. Watson.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Mr. D. F. Owens will build hand
some residence on the site of the one
burned, and has already ordered the
plans of the same to be designed by Mr..
Frank Weston. From what we can learn
il will be the finest in the west.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

THE NORTH AND South LINE.-News has
been received from Chas Gallagher, sup
erintendent of the Omaha, Dodge City &
Southern railroad, that arrangements
have already been made with eastern
capitalists to take one-half of the bonds
of the road at 10000. per mile, and that
work will undoubtedly be commenced on
the road this tall.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

The democrats of Fairview precinct
met at Pleasant Hill school house Satur-
day evening and organized a Cleveland
and Thurman club. A large number
were present and speeches were made by
John Martin. of this city, and Fred Men
denhall of Fairview precinct. C II.
Shain was elected president. and Fred
Mendenhall secretary. The democrats
in that vicinity are hard at work. and
will roll up splendid majority for the
national aud county tickets.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

The Jewish fast of the day of atone
ment, commenced at 6 o'clock on last
Friday evening and continued until six
o clock Saturday morning. 1t was OBJ
served here by large number of our
Jewish citizens.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Sidney Weatherly, who has been con
testing the Santa Fe road for long time
for valuable piece of land located at
La Junta, Col, received his final proof
papers from Washington yesterday. The
dollars as the company have all their
shops built on it.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

1t is told by those who know that Jack
johnson takes particular care that post
age stamps which he puts on his letters
are right side Up in order that they may
go straight.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

The family of Mr. Henry Mueller. the
new book keeper at York. Draper Mer-
camille Co.'S store, arrived on last Sat
urdav and will take up their residence
b.ra
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Deputy United State. Marshal Charles
Curran was in the city Tuesday and
Wednesday serving subpenas on about
twenty of our citizens to appear at Leav-
enworth ON Oct. 18th as witnesses in the
Frank Burns trial
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

We dropped into the Bee Hive Monday
and there found Messrs. Strange & Sum-
mersby both busy showing their numer-
Gus customers the mammoth stock of
new goods which hiss just been received
for the fall trade.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Go to kirkpatrick & Martin for your
abstracts They have complete set Of
lbooks and can furnish an abstract of til
| &c on Shoft hutfce. II
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

W. ]. Fitzgerald, who has been travel
Ing in the South for sometime for the
benefit of his health, writes that he will
be home in few days. He improved q
little and hopes he will be able TO stay
here.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Beeson's orchestra furnished the nlu-
sic Tuesday evening at the opera house
and lent not little to the evenings at
fractions. The cheap piano music gen
orally furnished by theatrical compa-
MES should be replaced by this orches-
ira, which is undoubtedly the best one
in the state.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Our streets were crowded with farm
ers on last Saturday, and whenever two
or three of them meet together the great
tariff question was brought up and dis
cussed
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Mr.. J. C. Bloom of the Indian Cigar
and confectionery store, now has the
sale of tickets and also the management,
of Kelly's opera house. This change in
the management is move in the right
direction on the part Of the proprietors
of that house. Under the old manage
ment 'one-horse" shows of every de.
scription has been suffered to appear be-
fore an audience in this city until thea
tre-going people have become utterly
disguised. In conversation with Mr..
Bloom the other day, we learned that he
has already secured some of the best
companies on the road for this house the
coming season, and judging from the
well-known fame of some of these artists
our people may expect some rare treats.
Later ON we shall publish list of these
engagements, one of which our people
had the pleasure of hearing on last Tues
day evening.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Parties who promised rock ON subscrip-
ton for the TINES will please deliver the
rock at once Report at this Office.
Ct. D. F. OWENS.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

All communications for the Times
should not be handed in later than Tues
day evening to insure their publication
in the next issue.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

The republicans will have. another
speaker (?) here on next Saturday night.
We imagine the attendance will be very
slim, as the one here on Friday evening
disguised the most of them
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

The prohIbitlonists held a meeting at
the court house Friday evening for the
purpose of organizing a club.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Prohibition club meetings will be held
every Friday evening at the court house.
Question for discussion the need of 3rd
party in Kansas. Everybody invited.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

We again remind our correspondents
that we want the weeks doings in your
neighborhood.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Capt. Finlay left for the east Sunday
on business connected with the Pioneer
Loan s. Trust Co. He will visit Boston
New York and Philadelphia before he
returns
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Mr.. Frank Root has resigned his po-
stion with the Eagle Pharmacy and
leaves for the east in few days. Mr..
W. c. Stewart will fill his position.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

An infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Paris,
living five miles southwest of this city
was buried last Sunday.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

When wanting furniture or under
takers goods, remember that d. B.
Bell has the largest stock in Western
Kansas.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

DR.. s. J. Crumbine. of Speareville,
senior member of the firm of Crumbine
& Stewart, is in ths city and will re-
main few dayS
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

If you want loan it will be to your
interest to see Owens & kirkpatrick.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

The Cowboy band rendered some ex
cellent music Friday evening.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

You will find Kirkpatrick & Martin,
the abstracters IN the Times Office. They
shall be pleased to give any one who
calls any information in regard to the
title to real property If
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Mrs. 4. S. Burnham left Sunday fol-
Colorado Springs, where her husband is
engaged in business.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Alfalfa is the finest feed for horses
and cattle and Is sold at the same price
as hay, at the Elephant stables.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

W e. Ames. inspector for the Kansa.
Investment Co. is IN the city and will
stop few days visiting friends.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

The Presbyterian ladies. aid society
will give Melon Social at Mrs. A. j.
Anthony's on Friday evnning next. All
cordially invited. Convcyances will be
at the rink from 7:3O to 500 for those
who have none.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

NJ. X. Draper, of the York, Draper
Mercantile Co., and II. G. Groschieder,
business manager. went down to Sidney
Reynolds ranch on Tuesday, to lool. at
the stock and rest up little
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

I. j. Farrons Soap Bubble compa-
ny played at kelly's opera house. and
was greeted by the largest audience any
show has drawn for long time. The
company was truly first class through
out, each member filling his or her par
ticular part as only artists can do. The
audience all praise them and they will
undoubtedly have a packed house if they
ever return TO Dodge.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

James Wright running mare, Bridget,
made the fastest time on record at Ness
City the other day.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

1t is very difficult to find high tariff
man among the farmers who visit our
city. They are all pretty well posted.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Another raid was made on the joints
last Saturday by Sheriff Bell.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Postmaster Reamer, although able to
attend to the duties of his office, has been
somewhat under the weather the past
week
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

John Zerbe was in the city last Satur-
day. He still persists in the fact that he
is candidate for probate judge.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Charles Dickerson, Judge Beverley and
George Reynolds visited Ridgeway On
last Tuesday. They report having very
bad road to travel over but were well
entertained after arriving there.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Lawyers. Milton, Hendricks and So
per. were at Larned on last Monday at
tending to legal matters before Judge
S,rsnr
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Cleveland and Thurman meeting at tn,
court house next Saturday evening.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

The bus now carries the college stu
dents to and from the college building.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Sheriff Bell was at Topeka last week
on important business connected with
his office
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20
DODGE Cry TINES.

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6 S=rs-:sz@
"Once more Deal
Friends" we must re-
alize that winter is
upon us.
W hen you ponder
over this, don't for
get that we are liter
ally packed with raj
ment for human be-
ings.
We have extra in
ducements to offer
you in each depart
ment. We own our
goods this fall lower
than ever before.
We have a specially
nice line of clothing.
We have the latest
in stiff hats, and the
finest in the world.
A full line of winter
underWare for ladies
and gentlemen.
An immense line of
shoes, at prices that
knocks them all out,
dom fail to see them.
We have goods for
the most fastidious
and also for those who|
want lots of good
warm garments for a
little money.
Yours truly,
r. Nj. WRIGHT & Co.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

GLOW rates are now offered by all rail
road lines to people who wish to travel
in the east.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20
LOCAL NEWS.
The hay crop is large this year.

Farmers are putting a large acreage to
wheat this fall
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

As announced the Music Recital given
by Mrs. NanEliet took place at the Y.
c. \. Rooms on last Friday evening. A
large crowd was in attendance, and in
this as in previous recitals given under
the management of Mrs. VanVliet, their
expectations were met. The song by
Miss Bessie Whitelaw, entitled I'm Fol
low Thee" and the Duet by the Misses
Cheringtons were both well rendered.
The instrumental solo by Miss Hastings
received merited applause, all of which
goes to show that we have some fine mu-
steal talent in this city, and under the
skillful training of Mrs. VanVliet will
soon become artists in their profession
These recitals are rare treat for all low
ers of fine music.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

A timber claim REIMBURSEMENT for sale
cheap. Address or apply to the TINES
office 22tf.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

G. o. Garicb general agent for the
Texas Lumber Co, with headquarters al
business
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Several loans we're made this week by
Fitzgerald s. Noffett, and they report a
steady increase in the selling of real es-
tate.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Nicely furnished rooms may be had BY
tcalling On Mrs. Overley; south side OF
tack east Of Great Western hotel
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

We can loan you a reasonable amount
on your farm without delay.
Owens s. Kirkpatrick.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

1t twas our pleasure TO be present at
the second meeting of the Pleasant Hill
Literary Society.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

J. NJ. kirkpatrick has been on the sick
list the past week.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

A. I. Soule arrived in our city last
Monday and will remain for some time.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

T. J. White one of Ashland's promi-
men, attorneys was in the city on Tues
day.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

We will take stone on subscription for
the Dodge City Times. Please bring on
your rock and secure the best paper in
the county. 2t.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Owens s. kirkpatrick have plenty of
money to loan on farm and city proper.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

W. J. Howard leaves this week for
Kansas City He will be absent for
sometime,
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Carey Smith, of Wilburn, returned
from trip east last week.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Miss Laura and Willie Moore. of Che
topa, Kas., are their their relatives. O.
Marsh and family, of this city
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

The casing for the gas well has arrived
and work viii probably be resumed to
morrow.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Cleveland & Thurman clubs are being
organized throughout the county.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

A large number of new arrivals from
the east have registered at the Great
Western Hotel this week.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

r. II. Wright took the afternoon train
yesterday for short business trip in the
east
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20

Those who can get hold of gun at
this season of the year are Out after
ducks and chickens.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-09-20
Dodge School Of Theology.

The Dodge School OF Theology. of the
Methodist Church closed its first session
Thursday. This infant institution has
been in every way success. Twenty
| six students have been in attendance and
both they and the faculty feel highly
pleased with the results.
At the annual meeting the board of
trustees was increased to twenty-One,
and the following elected:
Rev. A. P. George Dodge City, 1891
Rev, NJ. Bamford, Garden City, 1891
Rev. G. Lowther, Dodge City, :.
Rev. r. A. Carnine, Larned, 90
George B. Cox, Dodge City. 8
Chas. E. Wilson, Jetmore, -
Edward NJ. Parlin, Great Bend, =.
Rev. n. H. Davis, Ness City, 1890
Rev. w. V. Burns, Nonchalanta, ="
Rex. Jas. S. Tull, Meade Center, 90
David F. Owens, Dodge City. .
W. d. Smith, Garden City, :"
J. d. Graves, Garden City, 90
Rey. c. R. Robinson. Ashland, 1899
Rev. J. II. Smith, Jetmore, 81
Rev. w. II. Rose, Greensburg,
Rev. D. w. Phillips, Wichita, -
W. H. Young, Meade Center, So
J. H. Crawford, Dodge City, ''
J. D. Shaffer, Speareville, 50
At the meeting of the trustees ]. H.
Crawford was elected chairman; w. S.
Smith vice chairman; G. Lowther secre-
tary, and George B. Cox, treasurer. The
members of the board resident in Dodge
were made the executive committee.
The following is the new faculty:
Rev. A. P. George-President and
Lecturer on Statutory and Disciplinary
Law.
Rev. G. Lowther, Professor of Com
parative Theology.
Rev. n. Bamford, Professor of Syste-
matte Theology.
Rev. C.. r. Robinson Professor of En-
egetical Theology.
Rev. J. W. Wright, Professor of His
torical Theology.
Rev. j. H. Smith, Professor of Practi-
cal Theology.
Rev. W. H. Ganaway, Professor of
ElocutiOn.
David F. Owens, Librarian.
Miss IneZ L. Hard, Office Secretary.