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Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

THE swimming season is fairly
opened, and display of their agility
in the "agueous fluid" is almost daily
made by the boys along the docks.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

THE South Milford Public School
closes this afternoon for the summer
vacation. Prof. Allen will leave for
his home in The North on Monday.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

FINEST line of light calicOes, ging-
hams, ticking, ehevOits, shirts, pants,
jumpers, Overalls, ETC., at Jas. A. Lay
toms store.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

Hooks AND LADDERS are good aux
iliaries to have at II fire, but 1t requires
water to put out the flames.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

SEVERAL Milfordites will go to Chin
colleague tomorrow to witness the an
nual sheep penning which takes place
there.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

THE warehouses of Hearn, Adkins
& Powell were stocked this week
with doors, blinds, ETC., and the quail
ity of the goods being placed in them
is quite creditable to the enterprise of
the firm. being the best that has ever
been sold on this market.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

The Union Republican Club will
meet in the parlor Of the Central
Hotel this evening.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

Forty drumfish were taken at one
hauling in a seine at Benefits Pier on
Monday morning last.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

A pension has been allowed the
widow of Sylvester Hobbs, who served
in the war of the rebellion.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

WE are informed that berry growers
on the Delaware railroad have induce
ments offered them to consign fruit, by
the offer Of crates and baskets free.
We do not know how much truth
there is in this report; but If it Is true.
there is "nigger in the wood-pile"
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

THE place to get cheap secondhand
clothing is at W. E. Lank's.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

LUSCIOUS strawberries are plenty
and only six cents per quart.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01
You Garry

A whole medicine chest in your pocket,
with one box of Ayers Pills. As they
operate directly on the stomach and
bowels, they indirectly affect every
other organ of the body. When the
stomach is out of order, the head is
affected, digestion fails, the blood be-
comes impoverished, and you fall an
easy victim to any prevalent disease.
Miss NJ. E. Boyle, Of Wilkesbarre, Pa,
puts the whole truth in a nutshell, when
she says 81 use no other medicine
than Ayers Pills. They are all that
any one needs, and just splendid to save
money in doctors bills"
Here is an instance Of
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

A change in the timetable Of th'
Smyrna boat this week.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

THE schools will vaeate for the sum-
mer in two weeks.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

THE first funeral of the cOlOred chill
dren' = society-"BlOOming YOuth's"-
occurred on Sunday last. The society
in regalia escorted the remains to st.
Paul's Cemetery, under the guidance
Of their chief, J. w. Fountain. They
acquitted themselves well.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

IN few weeks the pretty girls will
be decked in pretty summer dresses
that look so fresh and comfortable,
that the beaux will hesitate to en-
brace for fear of making tile lovely
creatures angry. Dou't be afraid boys;
Mrs. Reedy has lots of dresses just as
pretty, aud the girls like the caress-
ing
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

WHEAT harvest is only few days
in the future.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

Now talk about water-wOrks and
protection from fire.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01
MARRIED.

wILLIAMS-THOMAS-O Sunday, May
27th, 1888, at the NJ. E. parsonage, by Rev
J. H. Wiley, John B. Williams, of Milford
to Miss Sallie Thomas of Pennington,
Del
MALCOMSON-ROB - On April go,
1888, by the Rev. Dr. Steele, Hugh Nal
comson, of Philadelphia, to Miss Ida Hes.
terRoberts. formerly Of Milford, Del.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01
MILFORD MENTIONS.

WHEAT is in its bloom.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

Work on the approaches to the new
bridge was resumed this week.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

BUILDING LOAN meeting mex Tues
day evening.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

WANTED. ror cash, troutsounds and
wool. G. H. Hall.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

MOsQUITO NETTING in all colors, at
Jas. A. LaytOn's store.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

To-Day is the first day of summer.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

ICE CREAM at Geilinger's at all times
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

EARLY peas are ready to gather.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

PREPARATION for a busy season is
in progress at Slaughter Beach. The
denizems of Cottage Row" are al
ready preparing and remOvating their
cottages, and these fine days witness
IA merry company almost daily at Mr..
Reynolds table, where they say the
menu is lust immense"
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

FARM SOLD.-Heman Davis has sold
his farm at Johnson's Mill, known as
the "Platt Titus farm" to Mr.. Rae Of
New York for $500. This farm was
purchased 10y DIR. LittletOn about five
years ago for $1,000, and sold dy him
to Mr.. Davis for $3.50. Since then a
large barn has been erected ON it.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

MIR. EDITOR: - Why not remOn-
strote protest, and d-n, the Gen
tlemeu and Ladies' Toilet" that shoots
into the creek at Walnut-st Bridge.
II is nuisance. typhoid breeding, Of
iensiye, nasty, and should be abated.
Therefore. "Cry aloud aud spare not ;
for tell you ut times it StiRkefh." 3"
u
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

THE annual recurrence of the king
crab season brings about the nuisance
OF sinking pig pens and poultry
yards, and this season is no exception
to its precursors. The use Of crabs as
food for pigs and poultry is not con-
fined TO the country, but the lOathsome
carcasses decayiug crabs adorn many
back lots in South Milford where the
nois0me Odors arising therefronl, pen
citrate the living rooms and sleeping
apartments of the houses in their vi
cinity IN turn us the direction of the
wind changes. Should the use Of
these pOlIuting ana unhealthful arti-
cles of animal food not be prohibited
anG4he prohibition enforced? If not,
sanitary law is useless.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01
A Physician

who lost his medicine chest, but, having
at hand bottle Of Ayers Pills, found
himself fully equipped.-J. Arrison,
NJ. D., of San Jose, Cal, writes:
Some three years ago, by the merest
accident, 1 was forced, so to speak,
to prescribe Ayers Cathartic Pills for
several sick men among party of engi-
neers in the Sierra Nevada mountains,
my medicine chest having been lost in
crossing a mountain torrent. I was
surprised and delighted at the action of
the Pills, so much so, indeed, that was
led to a further trial Of them, as we'll as
of your Cherry Pectoral and Sarsapa-
rilla. have nothing but praise to offer
in their favor"
John W. Brown, NJ. D., of Oceana,
W. Va, writes: ." prescribe Ayers Pills
in my practice, and find them excellent.
urge their general use in families"
I. E. Hastings, NJ. D., of Baltimore,
Nd, writes: "That Ayers Pills do con-
troll and cure the complaints for which
they are designed, is as cOnclusively
proven to me as anything possibly can be.
They are the best cathartic and aperi-
ent within the reach of the profession"
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

SUMNER GooDs.--Ice Cream Freez-
ers, 2 quart $3.50. Retjigeyato,S.
Leather fly nets. Merriam HammOakS,
white or eolored SIPS. HTre Screen.
Frames for doors and windows. But
ter Churns. Paris Green. London
Purple. Lam 1Koaeys, champion"
Field 1IoaOerS. .SAN Shades for wagons.
A lot of new Genuine Golden Jfillet at
Hume's Hardware store.
Milford chronicle., 1888-06-01

JOHN, my granary has got lots Of
corn aud wheat in it; and I want you
10 90 there aud use 1t. DON'T ask any
more questions about it. either" This
was the practical sympathy Ofa far
mer friend Of John Il. Johnson's; who
had his stock and provender destroyed
last week by fire. That is the kind of
a man that it is good 10 meet with.
They are the good souls who spread
the christian doctrines of love and
charity, and who give to this life
broader meaning than dollars aud
dimes, or selfish qualification.
The Butler weekly times., 1888-02-29

I was thoroughly angry with my
father for his stubborn loyalty to his
friend, Notwithstanding my un-
concealed repugnance and avowed
dislike, and determined to tell
him all that had occurred. Pres
emily I heard them say goodnight,
and almost Immediately father
knocked at my door. 1 opened II
and resumed my seat on the sofa, he
crossing the room and seating him.
self beside me. He asked no explana-
tion of my capricious behavior. and ]
did not wait to be questioned. but
made clean breast OF it.
He only smiled, and completely nom
plussed me by saying. quietly:
''WeI. my dear, l know all this al
ready"
"Why-howr' stammered. amazed
"Mr. Brand told me himself"
Mr.. Brandr' exclaimed.
'Yes; and he desires me to make his
peace with you You are too young
yet to have such experiences, and
would have shielded you from this.
but there was no help for it I shall
have to tell you that he first asked my
permission to win you if he could.
As / have told you, I know him
thoroughly. But had always deter
mined that my daughter should please
herself for / have confidence enough
in har IN haliavo that she will never b0
impeled to make an unworthy choice.
I acknowledge the disparity OF your
ages. but l know that men like Rs gi-
aald Brand are rare, and could not
help hoping that you would finally be
induced to accept him He is as true
as steel, and know Of no one to whom
would SO willingly confide my daugh-
ter's life and happiness would not
intercede for him. however. or say or
do any thing to bias your decision
only gave him my permission to win
The Butler weekly times., 1888-02-29

Ior this, at least for his slightest notice
was extremely distasteful to me Oc-
casionally. I surprised him surveying
me with that strange. penetrating
gaze from under his dropping lids
He showed no indications of leavin g,
and my father appeared to become
more and more infatuated with him.
They were together every moment
of the day. except when each retired
to his room for a brief rest after the
primitive one o clock dinner. and sat
smoking and talking on the verandah
until far into the night.
The Butler weekly times., 1888-02-29

time rlnaly one arsernoon. as we
were for once alone together, father
suddenly announced that his friend
would leave for his home early the
next morning.
Thank Heavenr ejaeulted. with
a sigh of relief
That's hardly courteous. r oberta,
and it certainly isn't kind" he
expostulated. Il can not think
why you have taken so violent
an aversion 10 one Of my
oldest and dearest friends know his
whole history. His life has not only
been blameless, but it has been nobly
self-sacrificing. He was the best of
sons, caring tsnderly for his mother
as long as she lived His father died
shortly after he was born, and he was
an only child. All that he is he owes
to his own honor and energy. and to
no one else. He is man of very su-
perior intelligence, of position and
ancestry, in short he has every noble
quality that man should have, with
comparatively few faults"
Probably that is why I dislike him.
hate paragons." answered. pettish-
ly. Il Ihave always had horror OF
saints ever since the days when used
to shudder over Fox's Book of Mar
tyrs" .-.s
Il might tell you of all the good he
has done. with his great fortune; Of
scores of young men aud women
whom he has educated and made self
helpful and independent"
20. don't tell me any thing; don't
want to hear it I am heartily tired Of
him-tired of having our walks and
talks interrupted by stranger, a per-
son whom l do not and never could
like"
Mr.. Brand had Joined US unobserved,
coming up so quietly that he mus
have heard and fully comprehended
my last ungracious speech As usual
it made not the slightest impression
upon him, and he laughed and chattet
as pleasantly as if nothing had beel
said. Father was not so Indifferent
and could not conceal his embarass
ment To my horror. he excused him
self upon the pretext of going back t.
tho house to get q shawl for me, as VIZ
had decided to walk to ledge OF rock
on tho shore. from which I had ex
pressed desire to see the sun set
l had dropped down upon bencl
embowered in laurel, upon which tn
clustered berries were already turn
ing. Mr.. Brand Immediately sat dow
beside me. and before I could utter
word of protest, seized my hand ant
pressed it passionately. Then he tol
me, in very simple. straightforward
way, that he loved me.
mo, no, mol" exclaimed, tears {
anger starting to my eyes. Il wi
not listen to you." and rushed back
the house by another path, that l migl
avoid meeting my father.
The two did not return to supper
and 1 began to grow uneasy by tn
time, thinking the man capable Of an
thing. At last about nine o'clock,
heard them talking politics on the We
andah, and the wind waited tho FRI
GRANGE of their cigars through m
open window.
The Butler weekly times., 1888-02-29

English SPAWN Liniment removes Al
hard, sof, or ealloused Jumps and bieD-
ishes from horses. blood SPAWN, crsh,
splints, sweeney, stifes, mains, rorea1d
swollen throat, coughs, etc. Save MU
dollars BY use of one bottle. WarYaaeedk
Sold cv w. J. Lanseown, Druggist, Eszf-
ler, Mo. rI-1 ySs
The Butler weekly times., 1888-02-29

E had just returned
from Europe. my
father and ], ard
had not settled
definitely upon a
place Of permanent
re sid once. We
spent a few weeks
in New York re-
The Butler weekly times., 1888-02-29
The Story of an Unsuccessful
Wooing.

lWritten for This Paper.1
Thomas County cat. [volume] (Colby, Kan.) 1885-1891, 1888-06-28
F. c.. FINNERTY.
HORSES STOLEN AND REcAPTuR-
THIEF OvERTAKER AND KiiED-HiS DESCRIPTION
FULL ACCOUNT OF the KILLING.

THIEF 0veR7AKEH AND MtLeD-HiS DESCRIPTION
full ACCOUNT OF THE KILLING.
On Thursday last, news arrived in this
city of the killing of some man for horse
stealing, in the northeast part of the
county,-the report was meagre and un
satisfactory.
The CAT has endeavOred to collect full
particulars for. its readers and the fol
lowing account is, we think, authentic in
all essentials:
On the 18th. inst, Simeon Skinner,
living near North DriftwOod. Neb., dis
covered that three of his animals, geld.
ing, mare and colt, were missing under
such circumstances as led him to suppose
they had been stolen. With one or two
neighbOrs Mr.. Skinner started on the
trace of the stolen horses, but failed to
overtake them. The route of the horse
thieves was directly south and through
Rawlins county. Arriving at the farm OF
VIM. Huston. in Rawlins county, he was
induced to join the pursuing party, and
having fresh horse, came up with the
thief in Thomas county, on Sappy creek,
and took him prisoner.
While endeavcring to secure the thief,
he broke loose. and running through the
pasture of a Mr.. KilgOre, he jumped
astride of loose horse which carried
him to Kllgore's stable. There the
thief secured pitchfork and as Mr..
Huston came up and demanded his sur.
render rushed at him intending to attack
HIM. Mr.. Huston then fred at the thief
the shot taking effect and proving fatal
A cOroner's jury was impannelled with
VIM. Neal, foreman, RI McElhany.
Clerk.
The verdict was that the deceased met
his death at the bands of William Huston,
and that said Huston killed him in self
defense while trying to effect his arrest.
Parties cognizant of the facts justify Mr..
Huston in the act. The following is an
accurate description OF the deceased man
who is wholly unknown to any of our
residents:
Five feet II inches tall; about 40 years
old, sandy complexion with tuft of
whiskers on chin; face badly peck mark
ed left elbow had been wounded; re-
ceived two pistol wounds in left back
side. Flesh wound through the right
heel. He mad on high felt hat, hickory
shirt. open on the back with large blue
buttons white in the center; home
made vest and pants of Kentucky jeans
cloth, coat faded brown and badly worn;
had on No. 10 shoes with buckles on.
Scar on left side of forehead between
eyes. Was found on his person a map
of Kansas; supplement of WaKeeney
Tribune-Extra, dated May q, 1883.
Thomas County cat. [volume] (Colby, Kan.) 1885-1891, 1888-06-28
FOR SALE OR TRADE.

I have for sale or trade at q bargain.
any of the lots in blks. II and % in the
South View addition to Colby. Would
like good mich COW or single driving
horse. Also win sell cheap for cash Of
trade for stock of merchandise. the
west half of section 1868. One Or. il
decided, with stable. caye, frame house.
and IS acres of breaking. One Or. q
timber claim with 10 acres of breaking
only z miles northeast Of Colby. Fol
further particulars. address,
V..JAGGAR,
Russell Springs; Kas. 4wk.
Thomas County cat. [volume] (Colby, Kan.) 1885-1891, 1888-06-28
JOB DEPARTMENT.

THOMAS COUNTY CAT OFFICE.
This Office is prepared to do all kinds
of job printing in finest style and at low
est rates.
Bill Heads. Statements. Legal Blanks
Pamphlet Work, Letter Heads, Business
and Visiting Cards, Poster Work, Envel.
opes, Wedding Stationery, executed
promptly in finest style.
Satisfaction guaranteed.
N. B. No job Office in Colby can do
work as cheaply or in as good style as
this Office
Thomas County cat. [volume] (Colby, Kan.) 1885-1891, 1888-06-28
COUNTY NORMAL.

This Office has Just issued several an.
nouncements of Thomas county's Sec.
ond Annual Institute which commences
in Colby August 9th. The attendance
last year was large. but it is hoped that
double the number will be present this
year. The new brick school house will
give plenty Of room and everything will
Be done to make the Institute both pleas
ant and profitable. The instructors win
be the same Is those of last year Supt.
Walker, Conductor: Prof Sullivan, In
structor.
Thomas County cat. [volume] (Colby, Kan.) 1885-1891, 1888-06-28
UNION PACIFIC TIME TABLE.

SOUTH BOUND.
No. DE-, Leaves Colby 1000 q. IN.
NORTH BOUND.
No. 81. Arrives at Colby at 8:45 p. m.
OAKLEY.
WEST BOUND.
No. 2G3, Arrives at II 80 q. IN.
No. 2Ol, Arrives at IL 10 p. m.
EAST BOUND.
No. ZOE, Arrives at 5:23 a. m.
No. 2O4, Arrives at SOC p. m.
No. 81, Lvs Colby 1890, Ar Oakley II 30 a. m
No. 2sl, Lvs Oakley 5:15, Ar Colby 6:45 p. m
D. A. FOLrs, Station Agent.
Thomas County cat. [volume] (Colby, Kan.) 1885-1891, 1888-06-28

James NJ. Stewardson, of Randall, call
ed on us Tuesday.
A good two story house and two lot.
for sale and must be sold.
Taylor s. Smith.
BORN:-On Saturday, June 90. to Mrs
and Mr.. w. c. Dart. daughter Car
ria smiles and smiles and smiles again.
An inquiry as to the cause brought forth
the above item.
The field notes and original survey
plats of Thomas county have been OBJ
tanned of the state Auditor and are now
on file in the Office of the County Clerk
This is a valuable acquisition to our coun.
ty records.
The Fairbanks Standard scales which
were ordered by the county commission.
ers, have arrived and are at the Court
House. All scales and weights in the
county used for weighing purposes must
be tested by and correspond with these.
Ruley Walters, one of Colby sexempla.
~ young men and an all-around good
boy. departed for Denver yesterday
morning, where he will secure work at
his trade, plastering. Ruley is a first
class mechanic and is fully worthy the
respect of the fraternity.
Our thanks are due to some kind friend
for a copy of the New Bedford, Mass.
Evening Standard. containing full and
entertaining description of trip of &C.
S. K" through western Kansas. He
evidently visited Colby as may be seen
by reading the extract to be found in
another column.
G. A Carlson. farmer from Affair.
aud A. L. Glen. from near Quickville,
called at the CAT Office to renew Sub
scriptiOns and chat with the editor yester-
day. Although in opposite parts of the
county, both gentlemen had agreeable
information to impart concerning the
fine out look for good crops.
A sudden hail and wind storm came
up on Monday evening last and lasted a
few minutes doing considerable window
and injuring quite number
of corn fields. Fortunately, the area
covered bv the storm was not of large
extent, and its violence seemed confined
to space within mile west from the
city. NJ. s. Budding will loose a fine
field of corn. Two chimneys were blown
off Mr.. Brinley's house. s. Yousse had
blown off and many panes of
glass broken while many others suffered
from loss of glass. Ye editor was visit.
ed in scientific shape by both wind and
hail and has to whack up to the extent
of all his south windows.
Judge Thurman and wife we're engag-
ed in experimenting the laying of new
carpet when the word was re-
celved of the vice presidential nominn-
ton.
"Wcll. Mary" outspoke the old
I'VE might as we'll stop where we
are. don't see any use in going with
this carpet"
Now, Allen" quietly replied the
gentle dame, don't get excited. A nomi-
nation, you know, isn't an election. and
and we had better finish laying the car
pet. If you are elected and we need the
carpet in Washington we can easily tear
It up"
Aliens only reply was q lusty blow
In the ruddy depths of his big bandana
and the work of laying the carpet went
steadily On.-Ex.
Thomas County cat. [volume] (Colby, Kan.) 1885-1891, 1888-06-28
PROGRAMME.
Fourth Of LYlv at Colby, 1888.

Following is the program as far as ar
ranged:
1. Salute, one. hundred guns. at day
break and sun rise.
2. Reception of visitors.
8. 10.30-Grand parade, consisting Of
1. Colby Cornet band; 2. Rovohl Pos,
G. A. r., 8. Civic societies; 4. Speak.
er and Chaplain of the day in car.
riage: Distinguished guests in car
riages, accompanied by mayor and
council; 6. School children repre-
senting the different states of the
union: 2. Sunday school children in
wagons; 8. IS to 100 Calithumpians;
9. 40 to 50 wagons representing the
business and trades of Colby; 10.
Citizens on foot and in wagons.
4. 12:3O-Singing by the choir.
5. Grafton of the day by j. A. Bright,
of Abilene.
6. Singing by the choir
z. Toasts by visitors and prominent citi-
zens.
8. 230-HOrse races at race course.
9. 4O0-Foot, potato, sack and other
races.
10. Base ball game.
II. Oils p. m.-Grand display of fire
works and music by the band.
r. Dancing at Armory hall and Warden
building during afternoon and eve
ming.
The parade will terminate at the
school grounds where the speaking will
take place.
Thomas County cat. [volume] (Colby, Kan.) 1885-1891, 1888-06-28
County, Township
and School warrants
bought at Thomas
County Bank.

Mr.. ]. B. Burge. who has been q resi-
dent of this county for the past two
years. departed for Bertran, Phelps Co.
Nebraska to-day. where he expects to
make his future home. Mr.. Burge re-
newed his faith it the CAT to the amount
of one years subscription before depart
ing. Thanks, Mr.. Burge. We wish you
success and happiness in your new
Nebraska home
DIED.-John Finley, aged about Is
years. of typhoid fever, on his farm in
Wendell township. on Friday, June 22d,
1888 Deceased was well and favorably
known to many of our citizens, who re-
garded him highly as young man of
strict integrity. He was III for some time
previous to his death. His burial took
place on Saturday last amid large con-
course of his relatives and friends, the
remains being inferred at Beulah GENE
terry. He leaves young wife who has
the sincere sympathy Of many friends in
her great bereavement.
Thomas County cat. [volume] (Colby, Kan.) 1885-1891, 1888-06-28
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Thomas County cat. [volume] (Colby, Kan.) 1885-1891, 1888-06-28
THE THOMAS COUNTY CAT.
JOSEPH A. GILL, Editor.

Arrival and Departure of Mails to
and from Colby.
COLBY g. OAKLEY ROUTE.
Arrives Ga p. IN. daily; departs $50 a. n.
daily.
COLBY Il OBERLIN.
Daily both ways; Departs a. III.
Arrives p. m.
COLBY l. HOXIE.
Arrives Mondays. Wednesdays and Fridays
at 6 p. IN. Departs Tuesdays, Thursdays and
Saturdays at a. m.
COLBY & ATWOOD.
Arrives Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays.
Departs Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays
at 6 a. IN.
COLBY s. EUSTIS.
Arrives Tuesdays and Saturdays. Departs
Mondays and Fridays at a. m.