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Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20
IMPORTANT MEETING TO-DAY

The stockholders of the City Railway
company will hold meeting today TO dis
cuss the question of changing mule power
Tor electric. Mr.. J. 0. Davidson, in speak
ing of the matter, stated that the proper
thing for the company to do would be TO
select system of electric power. Take up
the present light "T'' rails and ties, put
down the broad train rail on good founda-
ton and standard guage. Let the rolling
stock be first class, as good as any to be
found anywhere, and the system would be
complete. He favored a double track
on Main and Douglas, and where
double track is put down he
thought neat iron posts should be put
between the tracks, which would support
arms for two trolly wires, one from each
track. He recalled that the plan he sug-
gested is being used in number of cities,
notably in Washington, and he insists
that it looks much better than to have a
row of poles on each side of the street
with q large amount Of wiring, looking
like it was bad stagger at red tape.
Concerning the cost, be stated it would
be more costly than double line of
wooden poles, but thought it would be
quite neat and give the streets bet
ter appearance. Concerning the system to
use he seemed to be decidedly in favor of
any special system which he thought would
meet the requirements OF the city. He
was in favor of making the selection at an
early date and bring the matter before the
council for consideration as soon as pos
sible. In his Judgment it is quite possible
10 have everything ready for commencing
work at an early date.
The trouble resulting from the telephone
wires being disturbed by the electric lines
it is feared may be Of great Importance
and most serious one TO overcome. The
visiting about dispositions Of the various
electric currents results in neglect Of duty
and what to do TO keep everything at
home and down to business seems to be
the question.
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20
ACITY BUILDING.

To the Editor of the Eagle.
In this mornings EAGLE you ask: "What
Is the matter with the city buying the
county building and converting il into a
city huilding?" Matter enough, surely.
The Peerless Princess" with all her
pick UP and wear the cast-off old clothes OF
the county. She is fit to wear royal robes.
The city demands building commensur-
ate in architectural style and finish with
the position she occupies as the largest
city in the city In the state and the most
important in the southwest.
The city does not want to put SO, 900 or
So 600 into that old building, but add a
little more and build one that Will be
credit to the city for the next generation
to come.
1t is not the proposition 10 build at once;
only secure the land now while IL can be
had at reasonable figure, and erect the
building after some other things have
been done. \ better location can be had
now than two years hence, for the reason
that other parties Will put valuable i'm
provements upon the property we
now want. And on this point we
wish TO say, following in
your line Of thought about
market street, that OF all the bids made
for the location of city building, that on
the northeast corner Of Market and Second
streets is the best. 1t is midway between
the government building and the new
county court house, on a street that viii
soon be paved with a good smooth pave
ment, and is in all respects central and de
sirable The city building should be To-
Gated with reference 10 the present needs
and future growth OF the city, and not with
reference to enhancing the value OF any
mans property. CITIZEN.
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20
MEDICINE LODGE PROGRAM.

There will be an excursion to Medicine
Lodge on Monday June 24th and the occa-
sion of the laying of the corner stone of
the new school building in that city. A
special train will run from Newton, Wich-
tia, Wellington and intermediate points
to Medicine Lodge returning in the even
ing of the oath. One and one third fare
for the rount trip. The corner stone will
be laid under the auspices of the Masonic
lodge, the l. O. o. F., K. p. and other
civic societies will be in attendance.
Medicine Lodge is one of the bandsom-
est little cities in Kansas. and is sur
rounded by the finest scenery of southern
Kansas. A general invitation is extended.
AS orator of the occasion Colonel J. r.
Hallowell has been engaged, who will
board the special at this point and spend
the day in Medicine Lodge. 1t is thought
quite number of Wichita people will
join the excursion and take glance at
some of the southwest wearing rich
harvest
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20
APREACHER SURPRISED.

In the absence of Rev. and Mrs. S. l..
Hamilton from their residence at neigh
boris whittier they had been invited to tea
on Tuesday evening, their premises were
invaded by about hundred of the mem
bers and friends of the congregation of
Lincoln Street Presbyterian church.
When the pastor and his wife returned
they were not a little SURPRISED to find
their house and lawn in noisy but secure
possession of the merry company. The
timid pair was allowed admission. how
ever and welcomed TO share the social
pleasures Of the evening. A heartily
agreeable hour was spent together, when
the callers dispersed, leaving besides last
ing impressiona for kindly remembrance,
many material and pecuniarily valuable
tokens of their esteem and good will for
their pastor and his family, and in return
bearing away the benedictions OF the
favored household. Such highhanded and
daring trespass is neither dangerous nor
Objectionable.
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20
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CASH HENDERSON, 1872 North Main Street
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20

Mr.. Handler was here from Anthony
yesterday.
Frank L. Black was yesterday up from
Wellington
Frank Patton, ST. Joseph, was an arri-
val yesterday.
T. NJ. Schaffner, New York, was an ar
rival yesterday.
NJ. X. Parmley, Jr, Dayton, was an ar
rival yesterday.
H. A. Hill was over from Fort Scott yes
terday GU business.
W. f. Evans and J. II. Wilson were
down from Topeka yesterday.
b. p. Loper, OF Locke & Lopez, was yes
terday reported on the sick list
Mrs. c. V. Jewell leaves this morning for
Salt Lake over the Rock Island.
DR.. Cox, OFT E WillfJr,i * Co., left yes
terday for kInzfsher Oklahoma, 10 attend
TO some business matters.
r. X. Laird, the handsome representa-
tive OF Bluenthal Bros. q Co, New York,
was an arrival in the city last night
Lieutenant H. s Bishop. of Fort Supply.
]. T., who has been east for some time, was
in the city yesterday enroute 10 bis post Of
duty at Supply.
Mrs. f. Flcck aud her son. Master John.
evening. They have been detained in TT.
Scott since Sunday.
Miss Claudio Garder left the city yester-
day by the Rock Island route for Marshall
town, Iowa, where she expects TO spend the
summer with friends.
Mrs. DIR. II. H. McLellun, of st. Mary's
Kan, with her little daughter Leila. is Wis
ting her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. w. &.
Richards, No I2l5 North Fifth avenue
J. II. Inman. Ellsworth: Theo. Item, ELL
wood; W. +. Allen. EngiewoOd, three pos
tai agents who were in the city yesterday
standing examination, called on the EA-
GLE
Z. J. Usher, New York; Dell Haynas,
Hutchinson; j. r. Coukliu, Winfield; Id
Bussey, st. Joe; y. J. Frederiokson, KAN
tas City; f. j. Cooper, Kansas City; w. H.
Logan, Glenwood, Mo 4. 4. Hunserford,
st Louis; J. 5. Perry, Detroit, Mich; r. A.
McCallam, Chicago, Ill; III. w. Pond, Fort
Scott, are at the Metropoie.
T. w. Bond and Jno Coffey. Springfield.
Mo-, NJ. S. Davis. Chicago, 4. K. Fitz Glib
ben, Kansas City; W. r. Harwood, Gin
cinnati; Ralph Daniel Kansas City; c. ID.
w. Quick. Boston; w. II. Mack, South
Bend, Ind; Oscar Collier, Milwaukee; Jno.
>. Barney and g. a Williamson, New
York; 5. Goldsmith, Chicago. Is, Rine-
bart, Waynesboro. Pr; X. W Role, Ne
braska City, Neb.. are at the Carey.
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20
FULL OF FL y.

Probably the most humorist book ever
printed; a book whose lively wit, dry hui
NOR, side splitting jokes, irrepressible
philosophy and highly wrought caracu-
lures will catch all ella sses and kinds of
people is Bill Nye's five hundred page
work just issued entitled, Remarks by
Bill Nye," illustrated. There are hours
and hours, aye, days and weeks Of enjoy
ment to be found in this volume. Every
conceivable subject, every popular topic
known 10 the American press or the social
circle is treated IN Nye's inimitable way,
from the darkey cupid TO nose on the
bias. All OF the good things that ever
flowed from the mind Of one of the most
ininitable unique and original humorists
that ever lived are not only printed in
neat plain type, but illustrated in a side
splitting way. Five hundred pages OF
Americas best humor all in one book.
No library, rather no center table or draw
ing room can be complete In the absence
of Remarks. by Bill Nye- Major James
Delong OF this city, is the authorized
agent from whom the work can be secured
in any class OF binding desired and on the
lowest terms.
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20
WANT RELIEF.

Some parties living north of the FRISCO
track and east of Chisholm creek are COM
planning most earnestly about large lake
covering five or six acres, resulting from
the fill of the railroad and the high ground
on the west. They have appealed to the
board of health which had responded as a
result of the investigation, in pronouncing
the affair nuisance. The declaration to
that effect or written statement has not
moved the water and amounted in doing
anything to bring relief. Some think it
will be necessary to cut under the Frisco
track, while others think deep ditch
should be cut west to Chisholm creek.
1t is suggested that in the absence of
relief few more DAYS in some mysterious
way the water will find an outlet under
the track, which may by the action of the
water cause section of the fill to be re-
moved.
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20
THE COUNTS.
DISTRICT COURT.


Standard Implement company Vs. ID. I.
Dunbar ct al; motion 10 dissolve attach
ment sustained
Christiana Schroeder and ". E Emo vs..
German Fire Insurance company, motion
for new trial overruled-
Falk VS. Devens; Judgment set aside
z r Powell vs. c. l. Newman; dis
missed without prejudice as to Clara L
Newman and L z Newman
L d. Kimbsli vs. Thomas Z Preston ct
al: Judgment on cross petition va. 7. Z.
Preston aud u F. Preston for s4.55aT.
TIE Mutual Benefit Life Insurance com
pany vs W. 7. Higday e. al; Judgment OF
cross petition in favor OF r z Fer1illion
VS.. Higtay for s3JZ; continued as 70 other
defendants
Nixon Elliott vs Alice Jefries; iudg-
ment for s45L
Srnedley Darlington vs., J. 2 Booth e.
al: Judgment for plaintiff for SS54, vs- J.
G. Booth and Ella Booth and On cross petit
ton of State National Bank vs- J. 6. Booth
for SCI.
TELEPHONE vE ELECTEIC RAILWAY.
The Kansas and Missouri telephone CON-
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20
NOT SO.

Captain Chris. Pierce, in speaking of the
late heavy rains and high waters. yester-
day took occasion to say that the declara-
ton of an overflow at Grieffenstein's park
by an evening paper was mo such a
thing" and that the whole article was one
of misrepresentation and INSTRUMENTATION.
The Little river at the highest flood lacked
just six feet and six inches of being flush
with the bank opposite Davidson's house.
There is no such man as Julius Grant
living on the Griffenstein addition nor near
or on the park, and consequently no such
person could have been driven out of their
home by the sensational and imaginary
flood. The truth is the Little river has
not been out of its banks since 1877, and at
that time it did not run over the Grieffen-
stein place, which was at that time used as
a pasture in which forty-six head of horses
stayed during the flood without wetting a
hOof.
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20

Mrs. DR.. Sexton called upon US yester-
day morning with reference to published
report Of the proceedings of the district
court wherein she was made to appear IN
an unenviable light. DR.. Sexton says that
she did write a private note to Judge
Reed and that he did send for her In open
court, but that in the first place she had
no idea she was committing an impropri-
ETY. in SO writing and that the judges Ian
guage was kind and courteous. As for
slang remarks by the bailiff or Others
nothing of the kind occurred, nor did she
look back threateningly or otherwise as
she withdrew. As an honest woman be-
ing the mother of very large family of
children and one of the Oldest residents of
the city, she replied to the judge truthful
ly concealing nothing, which being the
case we set ner right before the people
and her friends.
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20
DEMoREsT MEDAL CONTEST.

The Central Presbyterian church was
crowded last evening to hear the Demon
esq contest under the charge of Mrs. j. C..
Irotter. and from the beginning to the
close the audie4ce gave close attention to
the speakers, despite the almost suffocat-
lngly hot condition Of the atmosphere.
At $50 Chancellor Everest opened the
exercises with prayer, after which Rev.
Daniel Winters gave short history of the
Demorest contest movement. Mr.. Demon
est, of the Demorest Magazine. and also a
rich business man of New York City, be-
ing very much interested in the temper
ance question, conceived the idea Of select
ing the best temperance literature, pub
fishing it in his magazine and offer
ing prizes in silver and gold
and diamonds to the successful
contestants in successive contests in order
to get it before the attention of the people.
These contests have become very popular
throughout the east and are now going the
rounds of the western states.
Miss Ida Howard opened the literary pro-
grogram with 1.-The Fallacy of Science"
most magnifcently. Her voice and ges-
lures were especially good.
Miss Mabel Moore rendered 1.-THE Prohi-
bition Life-boat" in a very pleasing man
ner
Miss Mary Mccullough captured the
audience and judges by her admirable rem
dition of "The Saloon Ever Political
Factor" She seemed perfectly at home on
the stage, and if she had been a boy one
would have said: ''She is a natural born
orator." The decision of the judges in CIV
inc ho,,t 10 ID
satisfaction.
Miss Effie Case sang in her usual
charming style and was warmly applaud
ed
Miss Lulu Phillips gave the selection
"The Sparrow Must Go" in sarcastic and
telling manner.
Miss Jennie Smith recited Rum Sell
ing Our Country's Scourge and the Rene
dy" so well that had her manner not been
somewhat strained would probably have
captured the prize. Her voice is simply
magnificent.
Miss Hannah Goldberg gave the "Pro-
hibition Battle Call" in an animated and
forceful manner that were well received.
Miss Annie Boyd rendered 1.-THE Result
of Prohibition" clearly and naturally.
Miss Bessie Broadway selected "Prohi-
bition the Remedy for Hard Times"
and gave it so well that some even thought
she was nearly entitled to the honors of
the occasion. Had she not been a trifie
stiff in gesriculation she might have re-
cived them.
Miss Mabel Millison gave "The Dea-
cons Sunday School Sermon" as easily
and naturally as though she We're the
deacon.
While the judges retired Miss Hannah
Goldberg sang SO interestingly that she
was recalled.
The judges with Chancellor Everest as
chairman and speaker Prof. Naylor and
Prof. Lawrence of Topeka then made the
announcement as above stated. The con-
test was great success and another sim
liar will be given in the city. The Y. p.
S. G. E. Of the Presbyterian church, under
whose auspices it was given, will receive
replenished exchequer, though only dime
admittance was charged.
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20
BRICK PAVING AND PAVING BRICK.

The question of street paving being the
absorbing one, locally, the companion
question of the kind of material to be used
becomes one Of first Importance, A num-
Der of materials are in use in the different
cities of the country and each of course
has its champion who insists that it is
superior to all others. Without discussing
at this time the relative merits of the
various materials in use, attention is
called to brick that is produced by the
Forest City Pressed Brick Co., of this city.
Mr.. Frank Todd, of the company named
brought to the EAGLE office yesterday sew
eral specimens of the brick that have the
appearance of especial adaptibility for
street paving The brick is made of clay,
or rather combination of two clays,
found about five miles from the city.
The samples were dry pressed and burned
within four courses of the top of
the kiln but they show partial
vitridcation, which shows that vitrified
brickof superior quality can be obtained
If desired. Mr.. TODD seems to think, how
ever, that the brick from this clay will be
tougher and more durable unvitrifed. He
is also confident that the brick can be put
into pavement on the streets at a cost not
to exceed SL75 per square yard, covering
the total expense of the work. OF course
the only way to determine the merits of
any kind of brick is to put it in practical
test-lay the brick in the street and subject
it to the usage of public travel for reason
able time This much can be said in
favor of the new brick mentioned: If it
shall prove to be the thing the city is look
ing for with which to pave her streets, all
the money expended will be kept at home,
a point worthy of earnest consideration.
The specimen bricks mentioned can be
seen at the EAGLE. office by any who may
feel an interest in the subject
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20
ABOUT PAVING.

To the Editor of the Eagle.
The city authorities having ordered a
portion of the business streets of the city
paved, it is to be presumed that other bus
mess streets will soon fellow, and that the
question of paving the central part Of the
city is in fslr way ty be settled.
And now we come to the residence pOr-
ton. 1t seems that majority of property
holders on Waco street have signed petit
ton to pave the street, and as one OF the
property holders on that street, / am very
anxious to have the work go on. and wish
to state some Of the reasons. There are
only two things that occurs to me desira-
bic to do with that property, either to sell
it at as good aprice as possible, or keep it
and improve it, and / calculate that if l
want to sell it can do so much quicker,
and at much better profit above cost of
paving than | could with the street un-
paved Think of it and you will see that
it is fact. If l keep the property
and improve it IL will rent for
much greater per cent Of
cost including paving than it
would if unpaved, and if / wish to build
a home for myself the paving will add
more to my own personal comfort and
satisfaction than would a like amount of
money spent in almost any other way.
In any event. the cost of paving will only
be a small fraction each year and it can be
met without feeling it. Some may say
that pavement is not needed. In the same
sense carpet is not needed nor table
linen and many other things which civil
lied man deems very essential and impor-
tant.
am sorry to see delay in paving Waco
street, as hope that will stir up Lawrence
avenue, where l also have some property
to do likewise Those two streets paved
would demonstrate the advantage of paw
ing, and, being undoubtedly needed there
would be no experiment, but would enable
the property holders on other streets TO
correctly Judge of the advantages and TO
decide whether or no the advantage would
justify them in paving. Let Waco street
paving go on. WICHITA.
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20
A PRESERVATION.

At the regular meeting Of Peerless lodge
No. 271. A. o. L. W., held last night the
members presented to their master work
man, a. D. Mallory, who is about to leave
Wichita, a very beautiful charm emblem
attic of the order 1t was presented by
Brother c. S. Smith in a few approp tie
words and was received by Brother NAL
lory with many manifestations OF deep
feeling.
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20
THE WILLING WORKERS..

A very enjoyable entertainment was
given last evening on the vacant lot corner
of Oak and Topeka by the "Willing
Workers. a society composed of the young
people of the Emporia avenue Baptist
church. There was quite large attend
ance, refreshments were served, music was
furnished By Shaw's ochestra and gen.
eral good time had by all in attendance
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20
A SIRPRISE

4 surprise was given at the residence Of
Mrs. Lace, North Market, in honor Of Mr..
V. Glazier, last evening. Those present
were: Misses Ida Fortrnsn. Ella Long,
Belle Wibking, Emma Potts, Alice Pool,
Lola Collins. Anna Long, Cora Beaver,
Lille Pool, Lizzie Long, Katie Beaver,
Libbie Pool, Mary Carr, Ida Lone, Clara
Altman. Messrs Chas. Long, &. Minnlck,
John s Pool, W. Long. jos Einkle, -
johnson, Y. GlAzier, J. Wright, c. Park
hurst. Mr.. and Mrs T. o. Long. Mr.. Tan
ner and wife, Mesdames Long, Snyder and
Potts, Master George Long
". Brown and family leave today fo-
Philadeluhia via the Rock Island
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20

The citizens meeting last evening at the
board of trade room was we'll attended and
crest interest manifested. On motion OF
Mr.. A. A. Hyde Mayor Clement was Sc
lected chairman who extended thanks for
the honor and spoke at length on the OBJ
ject of the meeting. He was followed by
speeches from A A. Hyde who was made
secretary, w. L. Corbett and Alex Steele.
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20
aSSOUSCEYFNTS

A regular meeting of the directors and
members of the City Hospital will be held
tomorrow friday morning at $50 o'clock,
at the hospital, g29 South Main street
Note the change in the time OF the meet
ing, for the summer. 4. KRAMER, Pres.
NJ J. GUTHRIE, Sec'y
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20
ANOTHER MANDATORY.

A half owner Of new agricultural i'm
plement and its patents writes the editor
of the EAGLE that his firm having looked
the field over for the best point have de-
cided on Wichita and that he will be here
within week to make arrangements for
the manufacture of the improved machine.
No bonus or other aid will be required or
asked
Wichita eagle., 1889-06-20

Hon. Thomas McNeal, of Medicine
Lodge, spent yesterday in the city, calling
on the EAGLE during the morning and
during the day on a number of our lead
ing citizens, and also on the Hon. John g.
Carlisle. Mr.. McNeal says that there
seems only bright prospects and encour-
agement ahead for Medicine Lodge, with
good crops upon every hand, big sugar
mill. big water power, etc, etc. On the
oath they will lay the corner stone of one
of the finest public school buildings ever
erected in the state, which occasion will
be observed with ceremonies of more than
the ordinary