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Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18
DIED..

CHERINGTON-At Denver, Colorado
Monday. October Is. 1888. of chronic
diarreah. Homer C. Cherington, ageG
ffty-four years. eleven months ant
seventeen days.
The deceased was native of Ohio, and
was born IN Gala county. in that state,
October 2Sth, 1884 His father was a
farmer. and raised family of six chill
DIRE. of whom the subject Of this sketch
was the eldest. Homer remained on the
farm with his father until the spring of
1857, when he was married to Miss Emily
S. Wynne, of Cincinnati. Immediately
after their marriage they located at Cen
terville, Ohio. where the deceased enter
ed into the mercantile business, which Oc-
cupation he followed until the spring of
1861, when he entered the army as Sec
ond-lieutenant in Co. L. Goth Vol Inf
He was afterwards promoted to captain,
and during the last two years of the war
served on Gen. Crooks staff, and while
there, was promoted to major.
At the close of the war he returned to
Centerville and taught school for one year
after which he accepted a position as
travelling salesman for n wholesale house
in Portsmouth, Ohio, which position he
held for several years, resigning to accept
a like position from Cincinnati firm,
which position he held until 1884, when
he moved to and located in Dodge City,
in the fall of that year. On arriving in
this city he accepted position in the
grocery store of J. II. Crawford. where he
remained for over one year, when lie re-
tired and entered into the mercantile bust
ness for himself After continuing in
business for nearly one year, in the firm
of CheringtOn & Co., he retired from the
firm. Shortly after Withdrawing from
business he suffered from a severe attack
of chronic diarreah, and upon the advice
of his physicians went to Denver COlora-
do, in the hope of regaining his health.
The change had little or no effect upon
his health, and about the middle of Sep
TENDER he was compelled to take to his
bed, where he lay for about four weeks,
when death came to his relief
o His family. with the exception of his
eldest son, c. E. Cherington who is max
ing his home at Denver. were In this city
at the time of his death On Monday of
this week his wife was preparing to go to
his bedside, when she received telegram
his death.
The remains were brought to this city |
Tuesday afternoon and taken charge of |
BY the Masonic Lodge. of which he was
\ member, as we'll as the l. o. o. f. and |
g. A. r. orders Funeral services held
Wednesday morning from the Presbyter-
an church. conducted by Revs. j. NJ.
Wright and G. Lowther Interment in
Maple Grove Cemetery.
The deceased leaves a wife; three
daughters; one son, who resides in Den
7er; a sister, at Newark, Ohio. and
brother, L. w. Cherington, of this city.
md many friends to mourn his Death
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18
PUBLICATION SIMMONS.

The state Of Kansas to II. L. Davis, greeting:
You are hereby notified that you have been eued
by Carson & Burgland before J. B. Mofett just
ice Of the peace, Of the city Of Dodge City, Ford
county, Kansas, and unless you appear before
said justice on the 2snd day Of October, 1883 at
10 O'Clock a. m said Carson i Burgland win take
judgment by default against you for S1275 with
per cent. interest therein, from April End 1858.
That garnishee summons has been duly issued
and served in this euit Of The Atchisou Topeka
Il Santa Fe railroad company, and said company
has answered the same before said justice show
its Indebtedness to you in the sum OF $36. which
sum will be paid to said justice to satisfy the
judgment to he obtained in said suit
JOHN b. MOFFETT,
Justice Of the pesce
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18
SheriH's Proclamation +!
OF the time for hOldnga
GENERAL ELECTION
State, District and County Officers.

State of Kansas,
Ford County,
| The State of Kansas to all whom these presents
shall come greeting:
Know We. that ], H. E. Bell. Sheriff of Ford
county, Kansas, by virtue of authority in me vest
ed, do by this Proclamation give public notice that
| on the
Tuesday succeeding the First Monday in
November, \. D., 1SsS,
There will be held General Election, and the
officers at that time to be chosen are az follows
to-wit:
STATE OFFICERS.
One Candidate for Congress-1th Congressional
District.
One Governor.
One Lieutenant governor.
One Secretary Of State.
One Auditor of State
One treasurer OF State.
One Attorney General
One State Superintendent of Public instruction.
One Associate Justice Supreme Court.
One Senator for Both Senatorial District.
And the following Constitutional Amendments
CoSsTITt TIoSAL AMENDMENTS.
Forthe amendment to section one, article eli ght
If the constitution
eight of the constitution.
For the proposition to amend section seventeen
of the Bill of Rights Of the constitution of the
state of Kansas, concerning the purchase, enjoy
ment and decent OF property.
Against the proposition to amend section seven
teen of the Bill Of Rights Of the Constitution OF
the state Of Kansas, concerning the purchase, en-
joyment and decent of property.
COUNTY OFFICERS.
One Representative,
One Probate Judge.
One Clerk Of the District Court
One County Superintendent Of Public Instruc-
ton.
One County Attorney.
One Commissioner for Second Commissioners
District.
And votes Of electors for said oflDTs will be
received at the polls Of each election district in
said county.
In witness whereof, have hereunto set my
hand, at my Office at Dodge City, in said county
this 10Th day Of October, A. D., 1885,
H b. BELL, Sheriff.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18
How to Cain Flesh and Strength.

How to Cain Flesh and Strength.
Use after each meal SCOTS Emulsion
with HypOphosphites 1t is as palate
able and mild, and easily digested. The
rapidity with which delicate people i'm
prove with its use is wonderful. Use it
and try your weight. AS remedy for
consumption, throat affections and bron-
chitis, it is unequaled. Please read:
II used SCOTS Emulsion in a child
eight months old with good results. He
gained four pounds in very short time.
Tho. PRIM, NJ. D., Alabama.
Il gave SCOTS Emulsion to gentle
man IS years old, troubled with chronic
bronchitis, with the most excellent re-
suits. u. C. CARSON, Broken Arrow,
Alabama.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

The following is a partial list of visit
Ors from abroad who have visited our ex-
position recently: A. N. Swineford, Ash.
land, Ohio; H. A. Bates, Marion, Ohio
Sam'l Imhoff. Jordan Valley, Oregon;
Ed. Young. Cincinnati, Ohio; D. B.
Palmer, Great Bend, Kansas; Reynolds
Colson, Chicago. Illinois; G. NJ. Shaffer,
Battle Creek, Mich; J. Hawley, Battle
Creek. Mich; j. J. Byrne. Chicago. Ill.
w. s. keenan,, Chicago, Ill. Mrs. Emily
Williams. Denver. Colo; T. F. Although,
Lawrence, Kansas; E. A. Driskell, Paris,
ILL.,; Mrs. Fannie Leggett. San Francisco,
Cal; j. Clark, Boston. Mass; J. l. Weir,
Hodgeman, Kansas; w. N. Newton, Ray
more. Mo-; j. G. Richardson, St. Louis,
Mo-; z. II. Rawson, Newland, Ohio; H.
Michaels, Kansas City, Kansas; A. H.
Best, Sonth Bend, Ind; Rafael Alinanzar
Cuba; John Ryad, Winsted. Conn; ]. K.
Stitts, Denver. Colo; S. w. Andreas,
Uhrichville, Ohio; J. C. Weaver, Kokuk.
Iowa; John L. Walker, Topeka, Kansas
We can loan you q reasonable amount
on your farm without delay.
Owena & Kirknatris.k
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18
The Madonna At the Tub.

of whom Miss Phelps writes, was q gen.
uine specimen of health and strength.
She doubtless needed the warnings OF
her predecessors, and understood and ap-
preciated the matchless qualities Of DR..
Pierce's Favorite Prescription which
relieves and cures 80 many ailments pc.
culiar to the sex. As powerful invig-
Grating tonic it imparts strength to the
whole system. and to the womb and its
appendages in particular. For over
worked, worn-out, rundown, debilitated
teachers, milliners, dress-makers, and
feeble women generally. Favorite Pre-.
scription is the greatest earthly boon,
being unequaled - an appetizing cordial
and restorative tonic.
For constipation, sick. or nervous
headache, use DR.. Pierce's Pellets Of
anti bilious granules: Purely vegetable.
One dose.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18
Notice to Creditors.

State of Kansas. Ford county, IS:
In the matter of the assignment of o.
Marsh & Son for the benefit of theil
creditors.
The creditors of the said o. Marsh &
Son, will take notice that the assignee of
said trust will on the 18th of October.
1883. at the Office of the clerk of the dis.
trict court, in Dodge City. in said county,
between the hours of O. clock a. m. and
5 o'clock p. m. adjust and allow demand:
against the estate of said o. Marsh & Son
and he will continue to do 50 during two
consecutive days thereafter and all claims
not 80 presented will be barred from re-
celving any benefit of said estate.
Witness my hand 1t Dodge City, Ford
county, KansasL this 9Th day Of June,
= n y <-.srr
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18
Veterans Attention.

Commissioner Black, of the pension
bureau has requested me to furnish him
with list of all ex-prisoners of war liv-
ing in Ford county, Kansas. 1t is very
important that you leave your address
with me, or send it to me by postal card.
Write your name and your present post
Office, At once, j. F. COBB,
Oriel Block
Dodge City, Kansas.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18
Series Of sermons on Man.

series OF Sermons on Man.
The pastor of the Presbyterian church
will begin series of sermons on Man"
on Sunday evening, October 28th. The
following are the subjects:
1. Man-Physically.
2. Man-MentaHy.
2. Man-Morally and Spiritually.
4. The Relation of these Natures to
each other.
). Man-In his Relation to Sin.
6. Man-In his Relation to Holiness
Z. The Possibilities of Man in these
Relationships.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18
w. c. T. y.

w. G. Z. y.
President, Mrs. A. C. Mullendore
Vice President, Mrs. Sarah Srrsughn.
| Vice Pres. Mrs. Emily Cherington
Rec Secretary, Mrs. Anna Swan.
Treasurer, Mrs Maggie Shaw.
Cor. Secretary, Mrs. Mary c. Rapp.
Organized womanhoOd can work re
| form in school matters; can open the
churches. not one day in seven. but ev
cry day in the week; can enforce legisla
ton on the tenement house question, the
liquor saloon, the Sabbath question
and when present enactments prove in
sufficient can secure better laws. 1t will
make life better for working girls and
women, sweeter and safer for little chill
dren, and will develop the corporate self
respect necessary to secure the respect
of the community. and the success of the
reforms we urge To-day there ascends
all over the south the prayer. 20. God.
send the healing blessing of the white
frost" There is fever in the body
politic-the hot fires of lust, avarice.
self-seeking are raging in its veins; for
its healing, We pray. o, God, send the
healing of the healing of the white show
er of ballots from woman's hands.
The Program of the National w. C. I.
L. Convention at New York, October 10
to %, promises to be one of the most at
tractive ever issued. Mary A. Livermore
Gen. Clinton b. Fisk. Elizabeth W.
Greenwood, the gifted Brooklyn Preach
er. and many more. These added TO the
gifted speakers of our own guild will
make brilliant program. and the best
of it all is that it will be packed full of
instruction as to the nOblest ways of
living.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18
REGISTRATION NOTICE.

The poll books for the registration of
voters in the different wards of the city
of Dodge City, Kansas, will be closed on
Saturday, Oct. eth, 1888. at o clock p.
m. The poll books will be open to s p.
M. on the l3, 90 and 81 of October, 1888.
to give all tina laboring men chance to
register. GEO. I. JONES.
Oct. 10th. 1888. City Clerk
See the Bee Hive soc corsetS.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

Trcasurer's Office, Ford County Kan.
sas. Notice is given that all outstanding
county warrants. issued and registered
prior to the list day of January 1887. are
hereby called in for redemption at this
Office. Interest on the same will cease
from the date of this notice.
Dodge City. Kansas. Oct. 18th 1888
GEO. Is. Cox, Treasurer
Per, OTTo MUELLER, Deputy.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

Thos. E. Welch, track foreman on the
d. c. NJ. & T. road, has resigned his po-
sition on that road, to accept like one
on the Colorado Midland road. Nh. WEIGH
is one of the best trackmen that has been
working here in western Kansas, and any
road that has secured his services, are in
deed fortunate. We are sorry to see him
leave here.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

The voters of Ridgeway precinct will
meet at the school house on next Satur.
day, fo- the purpose of selecting a candi-
date for township trustee, to fill the va.
cancy on the ticket, caused by r. N.
Hutchinson moving out of that township
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

Chas. Heinz, proprietor of the Delmon-
leo hotel, has opened a short order res
taurant in the basement of his hotel
where the hungry can be supplied at any
hour of the day or night. He will make
specially of oysters and game
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

The Ladies Auxiliary to the Ford coun-
ty fair, have already received large
amount of goods for display, and in a
few days will have splendid exhibit in
this special department. Each and every
lady is requested to send in anything
that they may have on hand that will
show their own skill, either in art or
fancy work.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

FOR SALE.-15O head of COWS. %
head of year old heifers; % head of 2
year old heifers. These cattle are of a
good grade of cattle, and are going to be
sold. Call at Elephant Stables.
II. B. BELL, Prop.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

John Groendyke returned home, on last
Saturday, from an extended visit to Indi-
ana and Illinois. He reports having a
splendid time, and gained several pounds
IN weight, partaking of the good things
that are always found on the eastern
farm.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

Capt J. H. Finlsy returned home on
last Tuesday, from four weeks visit in
the east. While absent he visited Phil
adelphia, New York and Boston, and
says. that it is all politics and very little
business in those places, this fall.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.-Norning
subject: Personal Christian Work. -
In the evening Sabbath School concert
Sabbath School at $50 a. m. Prof.
POwelsOn, superintendent. Services
at II o'clock a. m. and $50 p. IN.
You are invited to all of these services.
Come and bring your friends.
]. NJ. WRIGHT. Pastor.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

FOUND-A watch, by the undersigned.
Owner can have the same by proving
property and paying for this notice, up.
on application to JNO. T. METCAIF.
Dodge City, Kas, Oct 9th, 1888.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

REsoLUTIoNs.-Han of Harper Post
PSI. G. A. r. Harper, Kansas, Septem-
Der II, 1885,
WHEREAs:-Our Chaplain Rev. ]. NJ.
Wright, has in the service of the Su-
preme Commander been called to more
extended field of labor, and therefore had
to sever his connection with our Post,
and looking back over the past busy
years it is with pride and sadness that
we bid adieu to our beloved comrade.
REsoLvED:-That as comrades in our
Grand Army we shall !endeavor to follow
the example and teachings of Comrade
Wright in the stand he has always taken
on the side of loyalty to the flag and the
Grand Army.
REsoLvED:-That in the removal OF
Comrade Wright our post has sustained
an irreparsble loss, and it is with heart
felt pleasure we improve this opportunl-
ty of recommending our comrade to all
comrades wherever he may cast his lot.
And may he realize the fruition of all
his earthly hopes. is the prayer of his
comrades. s. II. GLENN, P. C.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

The proprietors and actors of Sells Bros.
circus passed through our city, yesterday,
on their way to their homes in the east.
They report that 1883 has been their best
season for several years.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

C. L. Dawson returned home on last
Sunday. While absent in the east he
met many farmers who contemplated
coming to Dodge next spring.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

1t is said that VIM. H. Harrison was
talked to death by office seekers. From
the present appearances the friends OF
General Harrison need have no fears that
he will meet with such a calamity.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

Miss Anna Bradshaw. a cousin of Mrs
r. NJ Wright, who has been visiting here
for the past two weeks. has returned to
her home in Bucklin, Kans.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

On windy day in New York 70
Gently thirteen hats were blown from
the Brooklyn bridge to return no moro
to the heads OF their sorrowine owners
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

You can buy q stove at one fourth its
original cost, at P. h. Sughrue's second
hand store. If
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

When wanting furniture or under
takers goods, remember that H. B.
Bell has the largest stock in Western
Kansas.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

Lewis Post No. 2ol &. A. r.
Regular meetings first and third Tues
days of each month. in ]. o. o. F. hall.
All members in good standing are earn
estly invited to attend. 81. L. sitter.
]. F. COBB, Commander.
Post Adjutant.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

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, 1888-10-18

J. Z. Lanouette left on last Monday,
for his new home at Fort Grant, Arizona
A large number of friends were at the
depot to bid him good bye.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

The Rock Island railroad is shipping
two train loads of cattle daily, from Lib
eral, instead of two car loads as we stated
in our last issue
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

F0R TRADE-160 acres Of farm land,
well watered, in Butler county, Kansas,
{ mile from Leon. to trade for lots in
Dodge City, or land m Ford county.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

Cntrlmmed hats at 25 cts. so cts. IS cts.
up to $500 at Mrs. Beadle's. 2w
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

The Wright and Olive boys are the
only old and thorough COW boys left in
Dodge
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

Nicely furnished rooms may he had by
calling on Mrs. Overley; south side OF
track east of Great Western hotel.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

Remnants of dress goods at half price
at the Bee Hive.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

ATTENTION LADIES. Dress making,
cutting and fitting. and boys tailoring
done to order BY NM. n. E. Ketton,
Chegmut street, 90 door eat Of Nm.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

Rev. Mrs. Collins has last March
chicken which has laid flfty-eight eggs.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

! PICKED UP BY MIsTAKE-A package
just received by Mrs. o. Marsh through
mail. Please return through post Office,
and oblige Mrs. o. MARSH.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

James Moore, who fell off A. A. Webs
ter s.dray about ten days ago and broke
his arm, is around again and the broken
limb is getting along nicely. His arm
| was broken in two places.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

Go to Kirkpatrick & Martin for your
abssracts. They have . complete set Of
books and en- fuznfah IN abstract Of u
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

If Frank Weston can be prevailed upon
to make tariff speech to the people, he
will be announced shortly by the cam
paign committee.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

WANTED;@Some thrasher to thrash
about 90 tons of millet. Address
A. G. LANDS, Dodge City
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

Ben. Daniels. of Lamar, Colorado, was
in the city, last week.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

The Dodge House register shows a
large increase of arrivals to our city, and
the prospects for splendid business in
our city this winter is certainly gaining
every day.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

Thos. Nickerson ia in our city to-day.
attending to business connected with the
Santa Fe road.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

Those who registered last spring do
not necessarily have to register again in
order to vote this fall. The law says.
however. that you must register once
each year.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

New tobaggans and fascinators at the
Bee Hive.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

Shoes for school wear at the Bee Hive
Agents for the Little Giant brand.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

Aug. Fromm. father in-law of VIM
Bauman, died at the residence of his son
in the eastern part of the city. on Satur-
day. Oct. 7th. He was 60 years of age
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

Go to the Bee Hive for your new fall
dress goods. The largest assortment and
lowest prices
The largest ear of corn on exhibition
at the fair. was brought in by o. A. Bond
which has card attached to it that reads
Spring Villa
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18
Register at once.

New shades in silk pushes at the Bee
Hive at 75c.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

John S. Milehan, of Topeka, was reg
istered at the Delmonico. Monday.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

A timber claim relinquishment for sale
cheap. Address OK apply to the TnEB
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

"A inch all wool ladies' cloth at 15c,s.
at the Bee Hive New shades.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

Natural wool underwear for children
fom 40c each at the Bee Hive
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1888-10-18

Owens & Kirkpatrick have plenty Of
money to loan on farm and city proper
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