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Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08
PURELY PERSONAL.

F. s. Diebold was in Ellis last Sat
urday.
Ben. c. Rich addressed the Alliance,
Saturday.
County Clerk Hoar's children have
the scarlet fever.
Capt Lewis Jones, of Banner, was
in town yesterday.
S. TIL. Baird, of Adair, received his
patent yesterday.
Eli McCollum, of Ogallah township,
was in town, Saturday.
R. G. Kessler, of Cellyer, was using
our sidewalks, Tuesday.
T. S. Howe, of Ogallah, was in the
city last Monday on business.
j. c. Brown, of the Banner neighbor-
hood, was in the city last Saturday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Robinson have
gone to Salina to spend a week or two.
C. w. Tunnel, of Riverside, was in
Wa-Keeney, Saturday last and addressed
the Alliance.
j. W. Hopkins, of the o. 8. land office
has been quite sick with Erysipelas but
is improving.
d. B. Fulton, of Ogallah, was trans
acting business before the q. S. land
Office yesterday.
&C. G. Ridgway, chairman OF the board
of county commissioners, was in the me.
tropolis, Monday.
M. Il. johnson and F. W. Cross, Of
Glencoe township, we're transacting bus
mess in Wa-Keeney, Monday.
Squire Mckinley, of Ogallah, called
Tuesday. We are sorry to note that his
health is not very good this winter.
Hon. R. I. Rea, of Russell Springs
called Tuesday. Mr.. Rea is an old Mis-
souri, friend of ours and a first class man
-Kinnie Rich, of Ogallah township
interested himself in the mysteries of the
art preservative at the WORLD Office las
| Saturday.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08
COLLYER CARVINGS.

COLLIER, March 5.
Catholic services March 9th.
Little Eddie Long has been quite sick.
Preparations are being made for Easter
services.
&c. Swiggett and Kinds spent Sunday
at home.
H. Martin, of Quinter, was in town
Wednesday.
I'll. Fike will not go to Cove City as
he expected.
F.B. Acre and o. B. Kessler spent
Sunday at G. W. Kessler's.
Tom Fouts' school opened at the Big
Greek school house, Monday.
DR.. Jones was called Friday morning
to attend the case of Eddie Long.
Sunday School will be organized, Sun
day, at the Congregational church.
Mr.. Cass, of the Saline, is very low
with what is thought to be lung fever.
The thermometer stood Is degrees be-
low zero, Thursday morning of last week.
J. H. Hickman preached to a good
audience, Sunday night, and left an an
nouncement for the following Sunday
evening.
Mrs. J. B. Graves, of the Saline valley,
returned Thursday after an extended
visit with relatives in Marshall county,
this state.
Some of the Collyer people attended
the literary and dance, at Quinter, Fri
day night. (Which, by the way, did not
close as we reported last week. the So
ciety speaks we'll for home talent. After
the literary performances ended, the So
ciety adjourned, and the young people
assembled at the hotel and tripped the
light fantastic toe until the wee sma'
hours warned them that it was time to
dispense.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08
10 the School Children.

We are authorized to say that prize
of a pair of boots or shoes will be given
by Geo. 1. Verbeck to any pupil attend
ing the publ: schools of our county for
the best essay on "The advantages OF a
cash over a credit system" These essays
to be sealed and delivered to Mr.. Verbeck
not later than April l. He will also give
a second prize of the value OF 81 to be
selected by the winner, for the next best
essay on the same subject. The judges
to be selected by those competing for the
prizes. This will be good practice for
you whether you win the prize or not.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08
-H.R CUNNINGHAM has severed

H. R Cunningham has severed his
connection with the q. S. land Office at
this place. Mr.. Cunningham, or Harry,
the name by which he is best known all
over the district, has been in the Office a
long time. and the greater portion of the
time has acted in the capacity of chief
clerk. Considering the land business in
all its branches, We doubt il he has a
superior in the state. We have not
| armed what profession he will fol-
low, hut We are fully justified in
predicting brilliant fniure; and the best
wishes # III. particularly Of those whu
have had mieh basiuess before the land
o.lice, val follow him aherevar he goes.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08
". G..
Peculiar Phenomena.


Editors Western Kansas World:
Those who were out last Saturday
between the hours of ten and two, might
have observed some peculiar phenomena
which was in the form OF rings about the
moon. Not that rings about the moon
are uncommon but these, on account OF
their number and brilliancy were espec-
tally noticeable.
About ten o'clock long. narrow hor-
rizontal cloud extended across the south
western sky exhibiting some Of the colors
of the rainbow. As this dispersed it was
succeeded by very long ring around the
moon, similar to the cloud in color but
much more clearly marked. Near twelve
o'clock a second formed which extended
through the center Of the first ring and
directly across the moon. The second
ring was much larger than the first, al
though much narrower and less brilliant.
The moon was then about one hour past
its meridian height and the larger ring
attended far to the east OF the zenith. A
line connecting the ceDters OF the two
rings would extend little to the east of
north. The air was very hazy as usual
when such rings occur.
Several persons observed these appear
ances but have heard no explanations
offered Will some scientific reader of
the WORLD please explain the phenome-
ma but especially why the center of one
ring should be on the rim of the other?
A. s. PEACOCK.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08
Merritt N. Wilcox Killed in a Mine.


Tuesday morning MIR. Wilcox, of this
city, received a telegram informing him
that his son Merritt n. Wilcox, who had
been engaged in working in the mines
near Howard, Colo. had been killed
while at work. Merritt was twenty-five
years of age, married, and the only living
son. In December, 1887, he was severely
injured while working in a mine near
Leadville, being unable to work for over
a year from the effects of his injury. He
has been in Colorado nearly two years,
but had previously resided with his par
ents all his life, being for some years pri-
or to his departure for Colorado, engaged
in the stock business with his father, near
Wa-Keeney. In common with many
other stock men, they suffered nearly a
total loss of their stock during the severe
winter of 1856. His object 10 going to
Colorado was to attempt to make up for
the lnss he and his father had suffered.
He had been prospecting for himself
among the bills IT Colorado. and was feel
ing very much elated over his prospects
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

Some miscreant set out prairie fire
last Saturday on what is known as the
Hutton claim, about seven miles north
east of Wa-Keeney. Considerable terri
tory was burnt over. There seems to be
no doubt about this fire being the DELHI
crate work of villain, as be was seen in
the act of starting the fire, so we are in
formed. No consideration or mercy
should be shown in case of this kind il
the party can be found and identified.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08
THE fourth Demorest contest. und,

The fourth Demorest contest, under
the charge of Mrs. E. d. Carson, was
held at the NJ. E. church, Friday even
ing, February 18th, too late for a notice
last week. The exercises were up to
their usual high standard, but, owing to
the inclemency of the weather, the audi
ence was not so large as before. Miss
Mabel Lawrence received the medal and
it was worthily bestowed. Miss Della
Escher, Geo. L Verbeck and Chas. q.
Gibbs were the judges.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08
blackberry School Report,

Report for the month ending February
IA, 1890.
Number of scholars enrolled, IA.
Average daily attendance, 10.
Pupil neither absent nor tardy, Ma
thilda Neuenschwander.
Pupils ninety and above in scholarship
and department: Julia O'Toole, Susie b.
HarIin. William Harlin, William Jones
EyeIine Whitlock, Israel Reynolds, Ma
tIJiida Neuenschwander aud William d
Philips.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08
In the contested election case of Neff

in the contested election case of Neff
VS.. O'Toole for commissioner of the third
district, Mr.. O'Toole has withdrawn from
the contest and valves all right of appeal.
This leaves sit. Neff in undisputed pos
session of the Office. In the hearing be-
fore the contest court, the Office was ad-
Judged to Mr.. Neff and Mr.. O'Toole had
the right of appeal, which he valves as
stated above.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

M. A. Mcmillan. one of our most en-
terprising young farmers. was in town
last Monday. While in Chicago recently
he saw the mammoth steam pillow that
has been talked so much about and he is
inclined to think that it will do the work
claimed for it.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

Last Saturday, March 1st, pursuant
to call, the farmers of this vicinity met
in the office of the county clerk for the
purpose of forming a sub-alliance. Quite
number were present, and considerable
enthusiasm was manifested. The orga-
nization will be completed next Saturday,
March 9Th, in the Opera hall, at one
o'clock D. NJ.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

OF early success. His father had just
come in from his home in the country, to
attend to his professional duties, when
he was stunned by the unexpected and
unwelcome intelligence. His parents
and sisters have the sympathy Of this
community in their bereavement-Le0fi
Standard.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

Sheriff Courtney was the victim of
confidence one day last week.
He was serving some papers south of
Ogallab and his horse being tied loose
skipped his bond, so to speak. He (he
sheriff not the horse) says the walking
uac OOOd
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08
CoMING-FHE PEAK SISTERS.
And the Artful Imagination of Ire
90 County Society is Focused
Upon the Great Event.

Tho "Peak Sisters of Alasky," on their
transcontinental voyage, will stop over at
Wa-Keeney and favor our general public
with one of their unrivalled exhibitions
of rare wit, music and comedy-the one
opportunity of life time to witness the
grandest performance on earth.
This celebrated troupe will visit our
city Thursday evening, March IL, 1890.
engagements in New York and London
forestalI the possibility of repetition of
this wonderful play at Wa-Keeney, hence
is is imperatively necessary for those de-
string to take advantage of this great OPP
portunity to secure tickets for the even
ing of the 18th. The proceeds derived
from this most wonderful entertainment
will be expended in the purchase OF an
organ for the Episcopal church. The
laudable object which this entertainment
seeks to obtain should be the means of
arousing among our good citizens spirit
OF great liberality.
That the entire population of Trego
and adjoining counties might take advan-
tage of this treat the 'Peak Sisters have
decided to give this one entertainment at
the extremely low admission of % cents.
Tickets on sale at the following named
places in our city: Marshall & Ufford's
dry goods emporium, Geo. l. Verbeck's
grand bazaar, G. G. Bestor's supply depot,
DIR. A. B. Jones Palace drug store, and
N. w. Shuler's real estate exchange.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

M o. Williamson, prominent citi-
zen of Galesburg, Illinois. and county
treasurer of Knox county was visiting his
brother-in-law w. G. Olson and other rel
atives the fore part of the week. Mr..
Williamson is very agreeable and intel
ligent gentleman and we were pleased to
meet him.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

On and after March Z, 1890, the Q. s.
land Office will be run on sun time, which
is twenty minutes faster than mountain
time. The Office will open promptly at
8:45 a. m. for the purpose of enabling
parties and attorneys to obtain informa-
ton, but no paper can be filed until
o'clock.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

The Sharon Springs Wesfer" Times
of date of Feb. 10 and of date of Feb. 26,
done up Tor did up, whichO in separate
wrappers, reached US March 4, and we
have been puzzling over it ever since
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08
CHAMBERLAINS
Eve and Skin Ointment.

A certain cure for Chronic Sore Eyes,
letter, Salt Rheum, Scald Head, Old
Chronic Sores, Fever Sores, Eczema,
Itch, Prairie Scratches, Sore Nipples
and Piles. 1t is cooling and soothing.
Hundreds of cases have been cured by
It after all other treatment had failed
Is and so cent boxes for sale by
556 h. J. HILLE
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

The school children should all read
Mr.. Verbeck's offer in this paper, and
then proceed to sharpen up their pencils.
1t will pay you to try for it, whether you
succeed in capturing prize or not.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

The WORLD had special reporter
land good one tool at the teachers in
stitute held at Ellis last Saturday. 1t
will repay everybody to read the report
in this Issue.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

Boys, save your old rubber boots.
An exchange says that boots worked over
and favored with vanilla bring the high
est price on the market, as chewing gum.
The girls will not read this item.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

The passenger rate war is attracting
some attention. 1t is predicted that
passengers viii be carried between Kan
sas City and Chicago Tor fifty cents, in q
day OF two. Let the war go merrily on.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

Ellis county is already well advertis-
ed. By all means let the good work go
on in a truthful way. Facts are good
enough and must Bin.-LfaYs Se~fiSel.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

Since the location of the worlds fair
at Chicago, some of the New York papers
have discovered that Columbus wasn't
much of a man anyhow and that he spell
ed cat with X.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

w. D. Purse says that so long as he
is compelled to be in Jail he would as
soon be M the Trego county Jail as any
where. He says he has always been well
treated here.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08
The Wa-Kasnev WESTERN KANSAS

The Wa-Keeney WESTERN KANSAS
WOMB has entered it twelfth year, and
is conterted With rs condition The pro
prietors are publishing au excellent IA
Ter and the people 81 Treso connty should
see to Il tha' Ties pTosnar, n evere sens e,
IS hc1 deserve fIe.If ~ Hfk
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08
Bucklen's Arnica Salve.

The BEST SALvE in the world for cuts,
bruises, sores, ulcers, salt rheum, fever
sores, tatters. chapped hands, chilblains,
corns, and all skin eruptions, and posi-
lively cures piles, or no pay required. It
is guaranteed To give perfect satisfaction,
or money refunded. Price Is cents per
box. For sale by A. B. Jones.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

-Theo. Courtney, sheriff, and G. J.
Ferris, surveyor, have changed offices IN
the court house.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

The Peak Sisters from "Alasky" will
appear next Thursday evening, March l3
at Opera Hall. You will miss good en-
tertaiument if you do not attend.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

Miss Lille Harrison has taken po-
sition in the q. S. land Office. She is a
neat and rapid penman and in every way
qualified to fill the position acceptably.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

The Page City Messenger has sus-
pended publication.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

-Lost-a bunch of assorted keys at
tached to small chain. The fin der will be
rewarded by returning them to this office.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

Rev. Brown preached an interesting
sermon to large congregation last Sab
bath.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

So far as we understand the princl-
pies and objects of the Alliance, it will
find a friend in the WORLD.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

Just enough cold weather this win
ter to mature the ice crop.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

Mrs. NJ. A. Burroughs gave tea last
Saturday to few of her friends.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

Max. Vented will take charge OF the
livery barn on the south side of the rail-
road some time next week.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

Passenger engineers receive 81 cents
a mile for their services.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

An insane man made things lively at
the Commercial house one night last
week.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

The Ellis Headlight does not reach us
regularly. What is the matter?
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08
F. b. sWIGGETT

/ have a complste line OF Samples "a
select from, aud can furnish the finest
goods made up in the latest styles.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

City election first Monday in April
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

Miss Lizzie Willard writes from
Milledgeville, Ills, to have the WORLD
sent to her address.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

SATURDAY, MARCH 8, 1890.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08
aTssttrm 8ansas af'OrId.
OFFICIAL PAPER OF FREGO COUNTY.

Convex & METZ, Editors and Publishers
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

Look at our New Stock of Chewing Tot
On March 8, 1890, will commence to do Gas
prices, and not pay the DID, long time price, shall
profit and am bound to do it if prices will tell
chairs Hereafter no goods will leave the store un
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1890-03-08

Does q General Real Estate Business Noney
Loaned on Decided Property. Once In southoast
room of Opera Block, upstairs.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1890-03-24
AMuSEMESTS.

Tho sale Of reserved seats will begin
at Houses music store this morning for
the engagement OF Mr.. Robert Downing,
the tragedian, who 10 to appear at tic
Opera House next Wednesday and
Thursday evenings. supported by care.
fully selected company, in "The Gladi.
ator.n Mr. Downing belongs to that
peculiar, robuat, vigorous school OF which
the American stage has had but. two
prominent examples, viz: Edwin For
rest and John Mccullough. And now
comes the third in the person of this
handsome, talented young actor, whose
magnificent physique, powerful, though
melodiouH voice, aud vigorous manner
has earned Tor him the distinction OF
being a,purely heroic actor. "The Gladi.
atol" will be produced in as fine style
rs splendid coatumes, special effects and
q iirst-class company will permit.
In the Ranks" will commence three
nights run at the Grand this evening.
The plot Of this play is said To be very
strong and devoid Of much Of that senti-
mentalism that at one time retarded
English plays from achieving popular
success. Mr.. Hamilton Harris, who in
addition to managing tho play takes the
leading role, stages his piece with con.
siderable care, using much special sccn-
cry Of his own. "A; isS
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1890-03-24
A FORMER wNEEi.lSGlTE'S REMAINS
AFRO Brought Here From Virginia for
ReIntcrment. ~

AFRO Brought Here From Virginia for
Refinement. 80 Il.
The remains Of Lieutenant Lewis
stecnrod Thompson, former well.
known young man Of this county, who
went into the Confederate army at the
outbreak oil the Rebellion and met his
death at the battle OF Allegheny Noun.
tain, were recently brought hero and re.
Inferred at the Old Stone church ceme-
terry, at Elm Grove. The folio wing
account OF the disinterring OF the remains
is taken from the Augusta County IVA. !
Argus: -., w. :
Patrick Mcnamara, the sexton OF
Thornrose cemetery, had rather un-
usual piece Of work to perform on last
Thursday. It was the disinterment Of a
body, that OF Lieutenant Lewis Steenrod
Thompson, Of Wheeling, W. Va, who
was killed in the battle of Allegheny
Mountain on December 10, lSGl, and
buried here. In the grave about all that
remained in passable state OF preserva.
ton were the cavalry boots In which the
soldier was buried. D. S. Thornburg, OF
Elm Grove, W. Va, a cousin Of our
WE'LL known Capt. 5, T.Thornburg, came
for the remains, which he had encased
in a coffin and sent to his place, on the
Baltimore 4 Ohio railroad, for inter-
lnent at Old Stone church, near Elm
Grove: Colonel Thompson, at present a
New York millionaire, and a brother OF
the deceased, was in command Of the
company OF which the Lieutenant was
an officer when he was killed,
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1890-03-24

4. Allen Noe and E. A Watkins. This
time the question discussed was, "Shall
the Constitution Of Ehe United States
DO so amended as to recognize the Chris.
tian God, and the sacred observance OF
the Sabbath strictly enforced ?" !, There
were thirty or forty people present. As
on the Sunday evening previous when
the "God OF the Bible" was discussed,
Captain Watkins, Of the Salvation Army,
had the affirmative side Of the question
and made strong points that could not
be refuted by Noe who confined himself
to the task Of endeavoring to ridicule
the subject. - ~ ~
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1890-03-24
BELI.AlRE BRIEFS,
Political Pointers-IntlustrInl and General
Ok B., News-Pcrsonnls.

f0'''' 'e' f0ln'eFs-ln'nstr'nl and General
X. News-Pcrsonals.
Miss Gilmore zoeck,or boo ,ono ),
Cleveland. "' e'Ao -
Frank Craic viii 1aovo - r,oxxo T..
Denver. Col " o 'o'Aoito" 'of
Mis-, 49,. O.. ,a,.a .,gsst
O. ia fh n ~ma. e. ~ KY, Q! new Athens
y. 10 .ne guest OF Alrs. Joseph McClain.
ua nllss h Laura Collins, alter a pleasant
W W. Heae; Ietulned 10 her home in
"neei,ns SATURDAY. s 9s h
Inc nook and ladder company is going
TO give ball the proceeds to 20 toward
pnlcnaslng morse tor tho truck. y
McMachon's creek is running out.
indian run came out with a rush on
Saturday, but no damage was done.
John Jacobs, H. Jacobs, Charles Nc.
Coy and John Temnee lave The m Wy,
70 work In the Dunkirk, Ind, window
glass works. . .''f- 70
Petty thievine has become an cane,o,
in parts Of Bellaire that even olJ bronm Now %
buckets, benches, and ANYTHING left nm
is carried of. ; - e''" - o "
The Democrats made the follow; - ,
township ticket Saturday, afternoon
Clerk, John Mallory; Treasurer. Hen Ham
Rodewig; Trustee, Morris Davis M
The follow,no !. ~ p:s,,:,.,,.,
township ticket. 40 Tr tuu ,foT W;1,;
Nichols; Treasurer, David Walker: Con-.
stable, John A, McNiece: Asse Uvn
NU;l,;n,, M .~AnoeoaoE,