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Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-11-26
A WAR TOUGH.
A RemIniscence of War Times, as Told
by Col. "BiIIy' Wilson.

"Reminiscences OF War Times, as Told
by Col. "BiIIy" Wilson.
Col Billy Wilson. of Wilson's Zou-
aves was one of the well-known char
acters of this city quarter of century
since, and many an anecdote is told
of him to this day by those who were
active in the stirring times of the war.
Col BILLY" was a rough-and-ready
sort OF man. and, withal, brave one,
and just the man to lead the regiment
that bore his name. That regiment had
a good record, and though it was COM
posed in part of much of the riff-raff of
the town, and had many doubtful char
acters among its members, it could
fight"
Thereby hangs story.
Col. Billy Wilson was one day sit
ting at his desk-this was in 1s6l--tak-
ing the names of recruits. A typical
tough slouched in, coming up close to
the coloners chair. His clothes were
in tatters, his hat broken and his face
showed a weeks growth of beard.
Even his walk was tough"
Docs youse do recruiting?" said the
patriot.
The colonel turned in his chair slight
ly and answered in the affirmative.
Eyer does, eh! This is straight
What Is your name and age?" asked
the recruiting officer He received an
answer.
'Is your health good?"
"Well, jess as good as yours"
You'll probably do" said the colonel
suavely Then he commented politely
upon the service, saying he thought
the new soldier would not find his duties
unpleasant, and directing him to go to
the doctor and be examined.
AS the conversation Jagged, the colo
mel said:
Can you fght?" This reused the
tough citizen in a way he could not re-
sist. He edged up to the chair, showed
his doubled fist very close to Wilson,
nose, and shouted, with an emphasis
unprintable:
II can lick you!''
Col Billy used to tell this story
with great gusto. The new recruit
proved one of the best soldiers in the
regiment, which, on account of its
tough personnel, was placed on a
sand island off the coast of Florida,
where, when the southerners at
tackled it, they were driven back in fine
style.
1t was related of Col. BILLY" that
when, with flying colors, the regiment
marched down Broadway en- route
south, he marched some distance in ad-
vance of his men. He was asked why,
and replied:
Pm afraid some of the rascals will
pick my pockets. IN. Y. Mail and Elk
nraSS
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-11-26
+ west af the Arkansas rl,ul.

let west Ut the Arkansas rIyvE.
This proposition the Cherollees de-
clined to accept in full On their part
it was demanded that the Cherokee ma
ton be permitted to bring suit as
pIairtiff in the United States court at
NJ .ogee against any person residing
within the nation deemed an intruder"
aud If IL should be set M in defense
that such person was n citizen by blood,
that the records of the Cherokee trib-
uaals should be conclusive evidence as
TO his status. Further, that without
an investigation the Cherokee nation
might bring suit against the United
States for all unsettled balances in
land and money due the former under
existing treaties. In addition 50 per
acre for the outlet was asked.
These questions were of too broad
scope and the price too exorbitant to be
&C eded to and negotiations were sus-
pended. For six weeks these questions
were discussed in every possible phase
and the United States commission, far
from resting entirely upon the price
recommended by congress, advanced
far beyond it and met AM provided for.
fairly, every collateral question raise
by the Cherokees. =
1t was the purpose o. The commits
siouers. manifested throughout the en-
tire negotiations, to remove, If posi-
BILE. every obstacle in the way of an
early opening of these lands for settle
ment. But they could not grant con-
cessions which they felt sure congress
would not approve and when the de-
mands of the Cherolxees reached that
point, every effort to relieve the en-
barrassment having been made, nego-
tiations were suspended
Last Tuesday the United States
commission met for the first time,
the commission recently created
by the Cherokee national council,
to confer with it upon the same
question Wednesday morning the
United States commission submitted
the first proposition. Being guided by
the lines OF the negotiations of last
year the proposition provides for the
settlement of all the questions at that
time raised and offers ss, 500. 1863 less
several amounts already paid on this
land under acts of congress for the out
let This initiates the negotiations.
The Joint sessions of the commission,
at the request of the Cherokees, are
again to be conducted in private, so
that very little will be known OF the
proceedings until a conclusion Is
reached
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-11-26
AW. R. C. Pleasure Trip.

Last Thursday, Nov. 18th, upon the
invitation of Mrs. Daniel Dunlap, who
lives on ore of the lGveliest farms of
southwest Dickinson, 2l W Il. G..
ladies wended their way along the
beautiful river road to her home '.here
they were cordially received b5 the
hostess, assisted by Mrs, Wm. Aims.
worth. An elegant repast consisting
of all the dellcscies the season could
afford together with wit, humor
and discussion of Relief corps matters
whiled the hours away until four
O'Clock, when all took their departure
voting Mrs. d. and husband excellent
entertainers. These who remaiutd at
home missed day of social pleasure
which will not be soon forgotten.
ONE OF THE GUESTS.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-11-26
An Old Sattler Taken.

One of the county's oldest settlers,
Mr.. Jarvis Moore, died last night at
his home in Willowdale township. he
was aged over so years and had for ~
years been a resident of Dickinson
county. His wife died two years ago,
since which event he has declined in
health. He has three children all
residents of the county, Mrs. Ed.
Glenn, Mrs. Wm. Fisk, Mrs. Scott
Ayres. The funeral services will be
held Sunday at II a. NJ. at the Talmage
church, Rev. w. d. Ross officiating.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-11-26
The Ukase Out.

ST. PETERSBURG, Nov. 23-Contrary
to the announcement made a few days
ago that nothing further would be done
in connection with the question Of ex-
porting wheat from Russia until the
cars return from Livadia early in De-
cember, an ukase from his majesty
was issued to-day prohibiting the ex-
port of wheat and wheat products from
Russia This prohibition, which viii
go in effect on Monday next, will be
executed under the same conditions as
those governing the prohibition recent
IK- -decreed against the export Of oats
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-11-26
Alliance AdIozrnment,

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind, Nov. 2S.-The
supreme council of the Farmers alli-
ance adjourned yesterday morning to
meet next year at Atlanta, Harrisburg
or San Francisco, the place to be Sc
lected by the executive committee. A
grand summer encampment was de-
cided upon, time and place being left
to a special committee. The commit
tee on national legislation vas made
up of President Polk. Macune, L. P.
Featherstone, of Arkansas; Page, of
Virginia. and Gwinne, of Texas. The
council refused to give the Reform
Press association any sort of indorse-
ment and on this account 81. W. Aver,
private secretary to President Polk, re-
Sioruad
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-11-26
scows Adrift.

GLEN HAVEN. Mich, Nov. 23-The
tug Temple Emory, towing two scows
owned by Mann Bros, Of Two Rivers,
across the lake, while twenty miles
south of the Manitous, Thursday night,
was forced to let go of the scows and
run to the island. The wind was a
gale from the southwest, and the last
seen of the scows they were in bad
shape. Each boat had crew of nine
men on it which the tug was unable to
get off, and it is feared that all are lost.
The tug started down the lake yester-
day to look for them, but nothing has
been heard from It.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-11-26
Griffin Pardoned.

Mrs. Z. II. Griffin was down from
Salina on business today. She says
her son, Chas. Griffin, was pardOped a
few days ago from the peDitentiary
and has gone to Lincoln, Neb., to re-
side. His family will join him there
and he will not return to Abilene. He
had about a year and half yet to
servp
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-11-26
Notice to Hunters.

No hunting or trespassing allowed
on the west half of section II or north
west quarter of section IA or southeast
I of southwest quarter of section ,, or
SOUTHWEST / of southwest J of section 2
in township IA, range east, in Dick
inson county, Kansas.
147 d&c IF GEO. 4. RUSH.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-11-26
Fine Playing Cards.

Send ten (lO) cents in stamps or coin
to John Sebastian, Genl Ticket and
Pass. agent, Chicago, ILL.,, for a pack
of the latest, smOOthest, slickest play
ing cards you ever saw. Just the
thing for hige i've parties. For a SOC
postal note will send you FIVE packs.
173 4
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-11-26
AN ECONOMIC CATASTROPHE.
Another Dreadful Russian Scare FIOated
at Berlin.

at Berlin.
BERLIN, Nov. 23.-Referring to the
statement of the St Petersburg Official
Messenger, the National Gazette says;
''The cars government feels the need
of counteracting the impression gaining
ground in Europe that an economic
catastrophe is impending in Russia.
In the Messengers official statement
the same sources of revenue are twice
placed before the reader, and the very
naive deduction is that no embarrass-
ment will be experienced in Russia in
raising the gold required to pay the in
terest of the debt abroad. The idea Of
reapproachment between Russia and
Germany through financial help from
our boerses is not tenable. Until the
Russian policy uncergoes fundamen-
tai change German capital cannot as
sist Russia"
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-11-26
Rv His Honor.
session.

Judge Bryson exercised his powers
as a promoter of matrimony this
morning when he joined in wedlOck
Enos Conner and Jennie Turner, Enter
DriSa
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-11-26
An Escaped ,aIurderer Captured.

CABoI, Mo, Nov. 29.-James Crisp,
the Wright county murderer, who es-
capped from the Laclede county jail six
weeks ago, was captured by Constable
Turner and his deputies He had been
hiding in Arkansas, but came here to
see his family. He killed man named
Pruitt, relative of his wife. The Of
fcers broke into the house while hs
Eas - Isaa-
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-11-26
Will Be Closed.

The City barber shop, under Gulick's
drug store, will be closed at p. m. on
Thanksgiving day to remain closed the
remaining part of the day. l72
W. A. LANDEs.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-11-26
,.Put Money in Thz Purse.

Our lady readers will be deeply inter
ested in the advertisement of Glasgo
Lace Thread Co. which appears on cur
sixth page.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-11-26
GEN. GRANTS NAME.
How 1t was Used to Impose Upon q Credu'
Ious Steward.

How 1t was Used to Impose Upon Credu-
Ious Steward.
In February, 1866, when Gen. Grant
was stationed in Washington, as com
manding general of the army, the
French minister, who still occupied the
Corcoran house at the legation, issued
invitations for the most magnificent
ball which has probably ever been Civ
en- in Washington. NJ. Montholon, be-
ing a warn personal friend and admir-
er of Gen. Grant, issued orders to his
steward at the outset of the ball that
the general was to be treated as a
special guest of honor, and the best
wine that the cellars afforded placed at
his disposal. The next day the steward
approached the minister in great per-
plexity and inquired in an amazed way
who was this Gen. Grant to whom he
was to give the best of everything and
who had shown himself so far appreci-
ative of the honor accorded that he had
called for no less than sixteen bottles Of
champagne, nine bottles of brandy and
whisky ad Hbitum. The explanation
which shortly transpired was that the
order having been overheard by party
of young fellows, they took advantage
of the stewards credulity, prefscing
every demand for the choicest liquors
with the magic announcement that 1t
was for Gen. Grant.-Boston Jour-
nal
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-11-26

Happy and content is home with The Ro-
chester; Lamp with the light of the morning.
Catalogues, ,write Rochester Lamp Co, ,NsuYork.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-11-26

Slips for the broadside docking of
vessels have been built at three of the
principal ports of France. By this
means vessels are to be hauled out of
the water without straining, and the
cost is less than by the ordinary means
of nlaciny in a drv Doll
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1891-09-08

Inflicted by the dread Torquemada have
abominable prototypes in the shape of chronic
rheumatism and neuralgia. Attack these
agonizing complaints before they reach the
chronic stage with the superb blood depurent,
SlIostetter's Stomach Bitters, which will as
suredly expel their virus from the life stream
TO procrastinate is to encourage the growth
of inciDient rheumatism which rapidly tight
ems its grip upon the system. 1t is the very
octopus of diseases, and painful indeed is the
clasp of its dreadful tentacies. Be prompt
therefore, take time by the forelock, always re
Numbering that both rheumatism and govt,
close relatives, are dangerous as well as painful
Debility, chils and fever. bilious remittent, dys-
pepsia, constipation, liver complaint nervous
ness and kidney disease succumb to the Bitters
Appetite and the ability to sleep well are i'm
prOVe6 hV IL
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1891-09-08

For maAy years Mr.. B. +. Thomson,
of Des Moines, Iowa, WAS severely aGlict-
ed with chronic diarrlnl. He saws:
lat times it was very severe; so much
30, thai ieared it w.nl,l EN- my life.
About seven years 4. o | harced to pro-
cure bottle of Chanheri.in's Collie,
Cholera and Diarrllma Remedy. 1t gave
me prompt relief, and ieIievn ured me
permanently, as | now eat aud drink with
out harm anything please" have also
used it IN my family with the best results.
For sale by G. NJ Creamer.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1891-09-08

Sallow and leaden-hued compilations
soon give place to the loveliest pink and
white, wien the use of Ayers Sarsaparilla
is persisted in, and cosmetics entirely
abandoned. Nothing can counterfeit the
rosy glow of perfect health, which blesses
those who use this medicine.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1891-09-08
A ZealOu Othcer
The \ ew Discovery
We VOW to drink no more.

You have heard your frinds and ncighbors
talking about it. You may yourself be one
of the many who know from personal
experience just how good thing it is Ii
you have ever tried it, you are one of its
staunch friends, because the wonderful
thing about it is, that when once given a
trial, DR.. Kings New Discovery ever after
holds place in the house If you have
never used it and chould be afflicted with a
cough, cold or any Throat, Lung or Chest
trouble, secure bottle at once and give it
a fair trial. 1t is guaranteed every time, or
money refunded. Trial bottles free at
A G. Ireland's Drugstore,
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1891-09-08

Mrs. Wabash-Oh, doctor, what's the
matter with Mrs. Lakefront?
DR.. Cook-Nervous prostration, caused
by the racket on the Fourth.
Mrs. Wabash-In what state is she
now?
DR.. Cook-Ill-o.noise, of course.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1891-09-08
Evidence oil Love

Penelope-Does he love you?
Perdita-Yes.
Penelope-How do you know?
Perdita- He is always finding fault
with me.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1891-09-08
Unjustly Suspected.

Mrs. Fits: What are you reading,
dear? Mr.. Fits: About the rye riots
Mrs. Fits: You have been drinking.
You never stammer that way when you
are sober.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1891-09-08
The Next Nor ing.

When sick We feel the following morning,
If we'll but think the matter DER,
Twill serve us as a useful warning
'Gainst drinking healths the night be-
fore
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1891-09-08

AS general liniment for sprains and
bruises or for rheumatism, lame back,
deep seated or muscular pains, Cham
berlain's Pain Balm is unrivalled. For
sale By G. M. Dreamer.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1891-09-08
On An Old Saw.

Oman Old Saw.
After the horse is stolen
We lock the stable door;
After our heads are swollen
We vow to drink no more.
tits quite probable that you may need the
services of a physlcan some day; but YOU
can POSTPONE the tin indefinitely by
keeping your lood pure and your system
invigorated through the use of Ayers
Sarsaparilla. Preventions are better
than cure.
A ZeaIOu Officer
Judge-Next case. What's this man
charged with?
Policeman y new to the iorce)-Sell
Ing green goods. | bought five cab
bages of him myself.
Judge Oh, Lord. Acquitted. Charge
costs to officer. Next case.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1891-09-08

The Great Chinese Healer-Are universally
adopted for all.
Nervous, Chronic, Private and Sexual
Diseases, Lost Manhood, Seminal Weak
and Liver Troubles, Disease of the Heart.
Lungs and Throat, Disease of the Blood
or Skin, Diseases of the Stomach and
Bowels, Rheumatism, Neuralgia, Par
alysis, dyspepsia, Constipation, Syphilis
GOnorrhea, elect, and all weaknesses and
diseases OF any organ of the body.
LEE WINGS remedies cure where all other
means fail. Consultation and examination free,
and only small sum of the remedies. Call for
consultation, or write symptoms fully, enclos-
ing stamp for reply.
LIZ e WING.
l543 Larimer ST.. DENVER COLO.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1891-09-08
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION
OF THE
Court Of Private Land Claims

NOTICE is hereby given that the Court of
~ Private Land Claims, established by the
act of Congress approved March 8, 1891, en-
titled AN act to establish Court of Private
Land Claims, and to provide for the settle
ment of private land claims in certain States
and Territories" was duly organized at the
City of Denver, in the state of Colorado on
the first day of July, 1891, by the appoint
ment of a clerk and the other officers pro-
vided for in said act. And by order of the
Chief Justice and Associate Judges of said
court, the first session thereof Will be held
at Denver, Colorado, on Tuesday, the nth
day of November, 1891.
The substance of said act of Congress is as
follows:
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-04-30
FACTS FOR THE FARMERS.

The farmers gain is participated in
by the whole community.
CoRNcoBs are exceedingly rich in pot
ash. Save them. burn them and care
fully collect the ashes therefrom.
INSECT powder is too expensive for
general use on the farm. but it viii pay
to use it on flowers and in the green
houses.
SOME clay lands are SO stiff that the
water cannot 90 down. Such lands are
benefited by deep blowing, Subsoiling
and tile drainage.
THE well may contain water as clear
as crystal and yet it needs cleaning
oftener than is done on many farms.
Disease sometimes comes from the drink
ing water.
GRASS for hay should not be grown in
the apple orchard, as it not only robs
the soil of the fertility required for the
fruit, but Of moisture, which is of even
more consequence.
II depends "A good deal on the soil
whether culture should be level or not.
On bottom lands where water has a
tendency to stand after storms, ridge or
hill culture will be best.
For mealy bugs on plants use FIR
tree oil which may be obtained of any
druggist. \ teaspoonful to a gallon of
water is the right proportion. 1t is APP
piled with a syringe and with consider
able force.
THE good suggestion is made that
the owners name should be on ali inn
plements and tools A branding-iron,
by means of which the name can be
burnt into the wood, is not expen-
sive, and makes the impression per-
manent.
The way to insure a quick and
healthy growth of timber, according to
the Nebraska Farmer, is to mulch
around the trees with straw, old hay,
or trash of any kind Such treatment
win, it says, in the course of ten years
secure a growth of timber from one
tree greater than that of half dozen
of its kind left to their own resources.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-04-30
BESIDE THE HEARTHsToNE.

ALUM viii settle riled water.
CANDLES that have been frozen never
drip.
DRAIN pipes may be cleaned by car
bolic acid.
CLEAN piano keys with soft rag
dipped in alcohol.
A DULLED pen can be improved by
heating it in the gas jet
To CLEAN a black silk dress use a
sponge dipped in strong black tea, cold.
TAKE egg stains from silver by rub
bling with a wet rag which has been
dipped in common table salt.
To CLEAN ceilings that have been
blackened by spoke from a lamp wash
off with rags that have been dipped in
soda water.
THE best covering for poultice or a
mustard plaster is tissue paper, the lay
ers used determining the strength of
the plaster.
To CLEAN a teakettle take it away
from the fire and wash off with a rag
dipped in kerosene, followed by rub
bling with dry flannel cloth.
A BREAD-AND-wATER poultice is made
by dipping piece of bread, after the
crust has been removed, into hot water.
Lift it out at once and apply as hot as
can be borne
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-04-30
BITS FROM SOCIETY.

CHARLES DUDLEY WARNER has taken
villa at Florence, Italy, for the season.
CRocUs parties have been abandoned
in England owing to the scarcity of
snowshoes.
A GAME called progressive potato
picking" is all the rage in North Platte
(Neb.) social circles.
KEEPING up appearances" is defined
by one authority upon modern manners
to mean frugal diet IN order to give
an occasional dinner party"
By way of diversion a distinguished
hostess Of London give dinner to a
number of bachelors, with ladies'
dressed as maid servants to wait on
them. Another dinner is expected
soon, the women to dine and be waited
on by gentlemen attired as footmen.
THE Countess Lily Newenhaupt, for
merly Miss Wilson, Of New York, is one
Of the most feted bellies in Stockholm
this season. At bali given 10y the
minister Of foreign affairs She had the
honor, that is to say, Prince Eugene, Of
Sweden, had tAe honor 81 dancing with
her