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The Sunday morning news. [volume] (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1886-1891, 1889-09-22
A Sound Legal opinion.

E. cambridge Munday, Esq, County Attorney,
Clay Co. Texas. says; Have used Electric Bit
tiers with most happy results. My brother also
was very low with Nalarial Fever and Jaundice,
but was cured by timely use of this medicine.
Am satisfied Malarial Bitters saved his life.'
Mr.. ID. |. Wicoxson, of Horse Cave, KY, adds a
like testimony, saying He positively believes he
would have died, had it not been for Electric
Btters.
This great remedy will wrd Off as well as cure
all AIalarial Diseases, and for all Kidney Liver
and Stomach Disorders stands unequaled. Price
zoe. and 81. at George II. Whites. ~
The Sunday morning news. [volume] (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1886-1891, 1889-09-22

"I'm right and / know I'm right, ex-
claimed the conductor, who was mate
rialist, with no use for ghosts and specters
with long hair waving in the wind. "I1l
prove it to you. I'll climb upon the pilot,
and after you've backed up a little I'll
wave my arms as you start forward again,
and you'll see what you'll see"
The conductor climbed upon the pilot,
while Jasper resumed his seat in the cab
and backed up the length Of the train.
Then he set his lever forward again, and
slowly turned on the steam. The wheels
had made but q few revolutions when
Jasper, Jack and Mary saw before them,
seemingly right in the tunnels mouth, a
shadowy, indistinct form. moving what
appeared to be it's arms, and which all
knew to be the shadow of the conductor
on the pilot.
II told you so, was the conductors
first remark as he came down from the
pilot, 81 saw 1t all at glance. The
thin ice on the banks in the cut here is
just like looking glass. At one partic-
ular spot the rays from the electric head
light are reflected back and forth in such
q manner that the shadow of anything on
the pilot is taken up and indistinctly
thrown upon the inly blackness ahead"
al don't understand it, said Jasper.
"Let me show you. the conductor went
on, taking ont pencil and paper, while Jasper
held his lantern. In the FIRST place, you
aust remember that the rocky walls OF
the cut are rough and uneven, presenting
great variety of surfaces, and good
many of EN- just like mirrors. Now, wen
call A the tunnel arch. BIB are the walls
of the cut. G is the electric headlight
over the pilot, The electric rays, striking
some of the rock surfaces at D, are thrown
back to E. and at = are rejected right
The Sunday morning news. [volume] (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1886-1891, 1889-09-22

across tho pilot
to 7, Of course
making a shadow
on the wall at
t b at point of
whatever image
was in the way.
If Jack had been
looking out the
cab window at
the wall of the
cut h Q would
have seen t h Q
ghost at TIL a t
point, and proba-
bly, the shadow
of the front of
the engine, and
then mnvha he
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07
Bonds Approved.

The county commissioners approved
the following bonds last Wednesday
All the officers elected have not filed
their bonds:
W F Cross, township trustee-W T
King and Geo w Cross, $500.
ST Fl Beard, road overseer-T 8 Howe
and A A Cockrell, 500.
Hiram Griffith, constable-A A Cock
rell and Edward Griffith, 81 600.
Chas Ridgway. 'constable-E s Cofey
and Thos G Roberts, $1,000.
AE McCollum, town clerk-C H Ben
son and G G Yetter, $500.
T s Howe, town trustees Z B
Beard and A A Cockrell, $500.
rs Howe, assessors T II Beard and
A A Cockrell, $500.
Geo w Cross. register OF deeds-W T
King and P A Hickey, $4,000.
Joshua Croft, coroner-G x Dewey
and Geo Baker, $500.
CT Ferris, county surveyor-A E Sig
Ter and Geo Baker, $4,000.
NJ A McMillen, township trustee
Samuel Pliley and A Hickman. $500.
NJ A McMillen, assessor-Geo "
Kessler and A G Lord, $500.
&C Lord, road o,erseer-M A McMil.
len and Geo W Kessler, 500.
R S Force, P, Collyer township
B Baker, j c Brown.
wv Hickman, ] P, Collyer township
Frank B Acre, NJ A McMillen.
Jasper Rogers, trustee Wilcox town
ship-Albert A Rassicot and I N Good
win, $500.
Jasper Rogers. assessor Wilcox town.
ship-Albert A Rassicot and I n Good
win, $500.
Geo W Kessler, treasurer Collyer town.
ship-M A McMilIen and A G Lord, $500.
TW Bundy, constable Collyer town.
shp-Henry Enrich and David Fouts,
$500.
@ G Brady, road overseer Wa-Keeney
B Jones and James Kelly,
500.
PW OToole, trustee Franklin town
Kelly and o A Cortright,
$500.
PW O'Toole, assessor Franklin town.
shipeJames Kelly and o A Cortright,
500.
Otto Young. constable Franklin town
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07
The Verdict Unanimous.

w: ID. Suit, Druggist Bippus, Ind, tes-
testlties: II can recomend Electric Bitters
as the very best remedy. Every bottle
sold has given relief in every case. One
man took six bottles, and was cured of
rheumatism Of 10years standing" Abra-
ham Hare, Druggist, Belleville, Ohio,
afirms: 'The best selling medicine
have ever handled in my 20 years expe-
Renee is Electric Bitters." Thousands
OF others have added their testimony, 50
that the verdict is unanimous that Elec-
tric Bitters do cure all diseases Of the
liver, kidneys or blood Only q halt dol
lar bottle at Dr.. Jones's Drug store 2
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

found when we take retrospective view
of our business firms, which we must
reserve until another time. These
changes have been SO gradual as to be
hardly noticeable, but when taken in a
series of years in a new country like ours
they are almost startling. From this
time on changes will be less frequent.
Those who have been here for a number
of years have learned to adapt themselves
to the new condition of things.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

ship-Clemens Young and Will e Swee-
ney, $1,000.
Joseph fischer. constable Wa-Keeney
township-M w Mccoy and A 81 Blair,
$500.
n r Cunningham, clerk Wa-Keeney
township-M W Mccoy and A Fl Blair,
$500.
Riley Moor, trustee Wa-Keeney town.
ship-Edw Chalk and w L Moor, $500.
Riley Moor, assessor Wa-Keeney town
ship-Edw Chalk and w L Moor, $500.
TO Toole, county commissioner-C G
Bestor, Saml Harlin and Geo NJ Uford
$500. approved by register)
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

Chess is favorite game among our
business and professional men. The re-
spective friends and admirers of George
NJ. Ufford, Cyrus Monroe, Judge Harlan,
Mack Marshall, George Pinkham and
perhaps several others. each claim the
championship for their favorites. We
would like to SEQ this matter decided.
Why not have chess tournament. We
haven't time to tackle all of them, but
will throw down the gauntlet to the cham
pion when it is decided who that is.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

R. G. Wilson, cashier of the First
National Bank, is absent on two weeks
trip to the south. E. W. Priestley. assist.
ant cashier, will fill the place in his alb
sence. We know exactly what we are
ia liking about when we say that Mr.,
Priestley will come as near doing it right
as anybody.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07
Mrs. J. w, Baker, of Quinter, was

Mrs. J. w. Baker, of Quinter, was
buried in the Wa-Keeney cemetery
Thursday morning. The remains were
brought down on the early morning
train, and were Immediately taken to the
cemetery. Mrs. Baker was well-known in
Wa-Keeney, having resided here for a
number of years, and was loved and
respected by all who knew her. We ex-
tend the sympathy of the community to
the bereaved husband.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

-Wa-Keeney has always been fortu-
nate inshaving good and accommodating
railroad agents at this place, and none is
more popular than is our present agent,
J. L. Morton. We take pleasure in men,
tioning this, for very often the station
agent is anything but an agreeable per-
sonage to do business with, and we all
appreciate good agent, one who under
stands his business and can deal with the
public without friction.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

Married Wednesday, Nov. 81, 1889,
Mr.. Temp Smith aud Miss Edith Escher
This announcement should have appear
ed last week but we did not learn of it in
time. However late we extend congratu-
lations and wish the newly married pair
a prosperous and happy journey through
life together.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

The board of county commissioners
met last Wednesday. Their principal
business was to approve bonds of officers
elected, and to appoint commissioner
for the second district in the place of S.
C. Peacock resigned. D. Pershing was
appointed. We think the appointment
will give general satisfaction.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

"A reading circle has been organized
In district 80, in Franklin township, and
meets every week at tho school house.
This Is certainly commendable, and We
hope they will keep it up. It speaks
wsll for the community. and besides viii
b . great bsneft to all who take part
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

We met E. W. Griffith, national bank
examiner, one day this week. He had
just made an examination Of the affairs
of the First National Bank of this place
and informed us that the bank was Ger
tainly well managed and that it was do
ing safe and conservative business.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07
The Handsomest Train in the World

Tne dandSomeStT Train IN the World
Runs from Kansas City to Chicago
over The Santa Fe Route. 1t leaves the
Union Depot every night at 6 o'clock and
arrives in Chicago the following morning
ats. This time gives good connection
from all points west of Kansas City and
for all points east of Chicago. 1t carries
free Reclining Chair Cars, Pullman Sleep
ing Cans and Dining Cars. It is of the
Vestibule pattern and lighted by electric
ity; an electrician accompanies the train
to look after the lights and signals.
h. A. BONN, W. p A. J.J. BYRNE,
812 Main Street, Asst G. P. A.
Kansas City. Chicago.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

The surprise party at A. j. Rhine's in
honor of Mr.. Rhine, last Wednesday
evening, was decided success. About
twenty four were present The evening
was spent very pleasantly in social games
and other amusements. Supper was
served about twelve o'clock; soon after
which the guests took their departure.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

Owing to the sickness of the children
of Rev. Mr.. Brown, there will be no
preaching in the Presbyterian church
Sunday, Dec. 8. Mr.. Browns appoint
ment to preach at Valley school house is
postponed to Dec. Is, at p. m.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

w. E. Sweeney, George Wollner and
Frank Upjohn started for Denver last
Wednesday night, and expect to be gone
all winter. We hope they will all strike
good positions for the winter.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07
A. o. U. w. Elects Officers.

Wa-Keeney Lodge, No. 900, A. o. o.
W. held their election Tuesday evening.
Dec. 3. The following officers were
elected for the ensuing year:
George Baker, master workman.
Rev. VIM. Brown, foreman.
&. r. Cowick, overseer.
F. FL. Burnham, fnancier.
o. A. Cortright, receiver.
N. D. Hollister, secretary.
Geo. Mckinley, guide.
A. j. Davis, guardian.
E. D. Wheeler, trustee
The installment will be held on the
third Tuesday evening in December.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

An interesting letter this week from
the Saline Valley. We will have regular
communications hereafter from that part
Of the county. As We told You on the
start, we are bound to have the news
from every part OF the county. That IL
what county paper is for.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

The young folks in Franklin town.
ship had q dance at T. I. ARMSTRONG; g,
on the Smoky, last Monday night. A
splendid time is reported by those pres
emit. The people in the rural districts
are bound to have a good time as they 60
along, crop or no crop.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

Mr.. and Mrs. Temp Smith expect to
start fol. Idaho tomorrow evening, where
they will make their future home.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

Hon. Matt Williams, L. j. Blaisdell
and M. E. Doerschlag, all OF Franklin
township, we're in town three days this
week in the capacity Of witnesses on lit
icated contest.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

For pain in the stomach, colo and
cholera morbus there is nothing better
than Chamberlain's Collie, Cholera and
Diarrhoea Remedy. For sale by II. Hille
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

Bible Day will be observed at the
Baptist church on Sunday Dec. 9Th. All
are invited. Exercises will commence at
7:3O %. m.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

Election of officers Wa-Keeney lodge
No. las A. F. & A. M. occurs Monday
evening, Dec. Ord All members are re-
auested to be present.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

The stockholders of the Trego Coun-
ty Creamery Association are requested to
meet at the court house on Saturday
December IA, 1889. at 2 o'clock. Impor-
tant business is to be transacted. Let all
turn ont. I. L. McGARvIE,
Vice Pres.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

w. 81. Damn is now clerk in the U.
s. land office at this place. This was a
most excellent selection as Mr.. Damn has
ali the requirements necessary to fill that
position. There is not better man in
the state for the place.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07
AWoman's Discovery,

"Another wonderful discovery has been
made and that too by a lady of this
county. Disease fastened its clutches
npon her, and for seven years she with
stood its severest tests, but her vital
organs were undermined and death
seemed imminent. For three months
she coughed necessarily and could not
sleep. She bought of us a bottle of DR..
Kings New Discovery for Consumption,
and was so much relieved on taking the
first dose that she slept all night, and
with one bottle has been miraculously
cured. Her name is Mrs. Luther Lutz.
Thus write W. G. Hamrick 4 Co., OF
Shelby, N. C.-Get free trial bottle at
A. B. Jones's drug store. 2
From and after November /. 1889,
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

The new school house in district 81,
about four miles southeast Of Banner,
has just been completed, and was dedi-
Gated with a Thanksgiving ball.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

Avery & Diebold have an "ad'' in this
paper. Read it. They handle all the
best grades of coal. also -four and feed
and will meet all competition on prices.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

r. C. Wilson, of the First National
Bank, started for Florida last Monday
evening. He joined party of Iowa
friends at Moberly, Mo.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

james Lawson, of the Saline valley
called last Saturday to see how we were
getting along.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

Close Bros. pay taxes on real estate
Graham county this year to the amount
of S319l SO.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

Rev. 81. 81. Morrell will hold Episco'
pal service in the court room, Sunday
Dec. 9Th, morning and evening. The
public are cordially invited.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

Last Saturday was the first OF Decem
Der and warm enough to be comfortable
without fires.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

Judge Conger nominated g. NJ
Ufford, and A. L. Gleason for associate
judges in the contested election case be-
tween Charles Neff aud Thomas O'Toole
The trial is set for Dec. Goth.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

-Mesdames A. B. Jones and William
Burroughs gave an afternoon and evening
tea to large number of their lady friends
last Thursday,
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

The ladies society of the Presbyter
ism church will meet at Mrs. Verbeck't
dext Thursday afternoon at 2:30 p. m.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

A. II. Blair divides his time between
his practice and the bank during X. Q.
Wilson's absence.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

Geo. Mckinley and John Harrison,
from Ogallah, attended A. o. o. w. meet
ing last Tuesday evening.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

We learn with pleasure that Mr.. and
Mrs. E. F. Porter will shortly take UP
their abode again in Wa-Keeuey.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

For sale-a furnished photograph
gallery. n. a. Voss.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

Commissioners G. G. Ridgway visited
the state capital Thursday.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07
PRESS COMMENT.

Wont the dirt fly though. when the
steam pillow is called in to break up the
prairies?- City ReveilIe.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

Go. Supt. Baker and wife, OF Banner
remained in town over last Saturday
night.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

Grace and Nellie Osborn have botf
been sick the past week but are recov
ering.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

Graham county will watch with much
interest the experiment in Trego county
of breaking up the prairie with steam
plows.-Hill City ReueiIle.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

Rev. Browns two little girls have the
scarlet fever. Lottie, the eldest, Is quite
i'll.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

SATURDAY, DECEMBER Z, 1889.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07
OPTICAL PAPER OF FREG0 COUNTY.

cOWIcK & METZ, Editors and Publishers
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

or breaking up the prairie with steam
plows.-Hill City Rez'eille.
John A. Gardner, of Chicago, who owns
much land in Trego county, has invented
gang pillow that will turn over one humid
red acres Of sod day. If it is demon
strated success there should be a law
passed compelling the breaking of all
land owned by spectators in western
Kansas. When this is done we will ex-
perience an abundant rainfall and it will
put stop to the prairie fire, our greatest
impeachment as an agricultural country.
Lacrosse Chiettain.
II there is no other way, we would ia
vor bonding the county for the purpose
of buying several large steam plows to
break up the prairie. We believe it
would pay hundred per cent on the in
vestment. We can afford to do something
in this direction. We are firm in the be-
lief that If this county was broken up we
would raise as much wheat as they do in
Ellis or any other county in the state
WORLD.
The destruction of Buffalo grass
throughout the whole western limit of
the state would be profitable undertak-
ing by the state. 1t has become we'll
known that this grass is curse to the
country SO far as agriculture is concern
ed, and is of but little value as pasturage
A few thousand dollars could be invest
ed in getting rid of this radiator which
would pay very large per cent.-Norton
Courier
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

From and after November /. 1889,
Calender & Co. will sell strictly for cash.
454tf
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07

Does a General Real Estate Business. Money
Loaned on Decided Property. Office in southeast
room Of Opera Block, upstairs
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1889-12-07
MILLER & MCCOY,

Real Estate Agents & Land Attorneys
wA-KEKNEY, KANSAS.
NChoice Bargains in City Property.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-03-16

Mr. william ~ Flanagan, OF Powhatan,
Is in The city.
Mr.. W. r. Bowie is sgain confined to his
home by sickness.
4 large and interested audience heard
Rev. Mr. Waggener's lecture on " surprises"
at Laurel. street Methodist church Thursday
night
Dr. W. y. Thomas, who has been confined
at home for several days. is only suffering
from n cold and his condition IS not al all
serious.
II. n. Russell, sheriff OF Loudcun county,
State.Senator James y. SiuDbs. and Colo
mel ". i. Robins, OF Gloucester county,
were at the Capitol Yesterday.
The officers Of TIE City Railway Line seem
sanguine tast electric cars viii be running
on both Main and Brosd streets aud from
Fulton 10 the New reservoir by the lst Of
May.
The ASSIGNMENT committee appointed to
select homes for the delegates TO the state
sunday school Convention will meet at )
O'Clock this afternoon at the Young Mems
Christian Association hall.
The following conyicts were received at
the pcnitenllry yesterday: Il. NJ. Nes-
bett, from Loudoun county, three years for
horse stealing; Walter Crutchiield. from
Richmond city, five years for house-break.
ing.
The American Hotel was formally opened
Yesterday with diener at o'clock. a
large number Of invited guests were pres
cnt and were courteously entertained.
The menu was appetizlng, and the evening
was pleasantly spent
The ambulance was called 10 BOykln's FAC
tory at 1915 O'Clock yesterday morning to
one OF the colored male operatives, who WAS
attacked with fits. DR.. Whitfield, the ply
scian ia charge, rendered the necessary at
tenlion aud lett the man 1t the factory.
Yesterday morning the Clerk Of the Police
Court issued summouses for over two hun
dred persons who have been reported for
having unlicensed dogs and goats on their
premises. Persons who have been reported
had better get their licenses or they Will be
fined by the Police Justice.
The following suits were instituted In the
CITY Circuit Court yesterday; Roberts d
H0re against Hicks & stone for $500;
Charles W. Palmer against II. WalleTstein n
90. for $500; The Empire Drill Company
against l.. =. Peasants for $500 damage
actual amount claimed S17S.4j.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-03-16
NEW TRIAL GRANTED.
The Jury Drinks wht.key and Plays
Cards while Deitberating over
Mans Life.
by telegraph 70 the Dispatch.

NEW ORLEANS, La, March l5.-The fact
was brought to light in a criminal district
court to-day that the jury in tue case o,
George Dunn tired for the killing OF James
Weir when locked up for the night after the
case mad been given into their hands played
poker for four hours. Judge Evans. coussel
for the accused (vho was convicted OF man.
slaughter), in making IN appeal for trial by
the testimony offered IN court, showed how
the jurymen had passed their tune. In
deciding the application Judge Baker said :
Twelve men supphed with quart-bolhe OF
whiskey, deck OF cards, and handful OF
beans, " hO played poker from II o'clock 1t
night to in the morBlng, and holding q
mans lie in their hands, could not possibly
give the prisoner a fair trial. A. long as be
presided over the court he could not sane.
tlon such a thing, aud, therefore, he granted
the prisoner new trial"