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Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

Our neighboriug city of Enterprise
has more new buildings, erected dur
ing the past year, than any town in
Dickinson county. A number of ex-
pensive structures have been erected
and more are going up. Enterprise
depends not alone on agriculture but
has manufacturing, machine shops,
mills, ETC., to aid it. The true secret
of success for a western town is diver
sity of industry.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17
Consolidated rel.rranh.r..

ST. LOUIS, Sept 16-The long talked
Of amalgamation between the Brother
hood of Telegraphers and the Order Of
Railway Photographers was sepom.
piished atsyesterday's session of the
grand lodge of the former order.
MessrS Ramsey and Thurston appeared
IN behalf of the railroad men, with
power to consummate the consolida.
ton under the agreement arrived at at
their meeting in June last and Mr..
Eugene V. Debs was present as arbi-
traitor on any question of differences
that might arise
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

1t is little embarrassing for Dickinson
county with its paltry 81 candidates for ALI
ance nominations to be outstripped by
Brown county with ll7-but we will try and
survive.-IABILENE REFLECTOR.
The Sedgwick county alliance has
shown the brethren extant "way out"
of such dilemma by nominating its
own officers for the county offices. 1t
cannot be denied but that the scheme
saves the offices a sight of vexation
aud bewilderment in choosing from the
whole membership the fttin est ones to
fill them. The Sedgwick county alliance
presents this plan for the distinguished
consideration of the fraternity
Wichita Eagle.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

Fl. Schrader, the lightning calculator
of Enterprise, has class of over 100
taking instruction in Chase county.
Most of them are business men of the
very best education. Arithmetic
taught by him cannot be forgotten as
he does it all under one rule. Call and
see him at Enterprise.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

The attempt of the democratic papers
to arrange a quarrel between Mr..
Blaine and Mr.. Harrison has been go
ing on for nearly three years and the
busybOdies ara no nearer their goal
than when they started.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

The Hope Herald arises in all its
puny might and announces that it will
not be bulldczed and will support any
body it wants to. The Herald is one
of those papers that finds it necessary
to label itself about four times year
to keep from getting out of the ranks.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

The republican league address is one
Of the most straightforward statements
Of Kansas prosperity ever published.
The republican party is one that BE-
heyes in telling the best regarding the
state and nation.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

1t must make S. K. Strother's demo-
cratic nerves Jingle as he sits in the
Times Office at Kansas City and reads
the Dickinson County News with
its alliance fummery and slobber.
Whatever else could be said of
S. K. he is not a political coward.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

From all the comments and columns
Of articles that Sol Miller's getting a
bottle Of beer in Topeka has caused it
would appear TO an aDprejudiced obser-
yer that baying beer IN the capital city
FAUST b q mighty unusual thing.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

Simpson, Polk and Willis, the lead
ing lights Of the peoples party, had
about 1000 people out to hear them at
Clay Center. No, the Abilene Fair
association need not get Jerry Simpson
expecting he will draw a crowd.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

The republicans Of New York are in
a fighting mood and will make a cam
paign this year that will make their
opponents think they were born the
wrong day of the week.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

Old John Davis isn't the only con-
gresham in Kansas who can make an
exhibition Of himself Baker, of the
Sixth district, came near being kicked
out of G.. A. r. meeting at Kansas
City Wednesday because of his foo
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

The crop Of fairs in Kansas this year
is the largest in many seasons, proof
positive that the people have some
big pumpkins and other things to
show.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

The Salina Journal says that when
old John Davis signs his name with
an. c." after it as he always does
now, the final letters stand for much
Calamity"
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17
FIRST published in the ABILENE WEEKLY
REFLECTOR Sept. nth. 1911
Notice Of Application for Pardon.

To whom IL may concern:
Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday
the 18th day of October, A. ID. 1881, Charles
z. Griffin viii present 10 the governor Of the
state OF Kansas, at his office in Topeka, Kas.,
an application for pardon for the offense OF
rape upon one Lille Houser, OF which Of
tense said Charles 4. Grimm was convicted
ansas, on the 4th day OF February, \. D.,
1871; and that said application for pardon
VIII be for hearing as soon after said 18th
day OF October. A. ID. 1891, as hearing can
De had before the board OF pardons Of the
state OF Kansas, at their Office IN the city Of
CHARLES r. GRIFFIN,
Petitioner.
His aftorners "A
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

The man who was fined $50 the other
day at olathe for kissing a wOman's
hand gets little pity. It is generally
conceded that be deserved fning for
not knowing better than to kiss her
there.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

Kansas is not alone in cheering for
Blaine. The mention Of his name in
the New York republican convention
caused an outbreak of applause that
nearly broke the ceiling.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

The republicans of this county in
resolving that they flavor 20 instead
Of Is pounds of sugar for a dollar''
made very attractive plank for their
platform.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

1t is a little bit embarrassing for
Dickinson county with its paltry 81
candidates for alliance nominations to
be outstripped By Brown county with
1l7-but we will try and survive.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

The hunting season is here and the
country steer will need hide an inch
thick or else the ability to dodge well
when the average sportsman fires in
his direction.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

There never was a better ticket
selected by the republicans of Dickin-
son county than the one at the head of
our columns. Every man is an honor
to the conYention that selected him.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

II the alliance orators object to being
called calamityites why do they not
show some paragraphs from their
speeches that are commendatory of
Kansas?
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

Tin plate plants worth a million dol
lars is the size of the work one Pitts
burg firm is doing. Is tin plate max
ing failure? Don't all you democrats
speak at once.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

Judge Humphrey is being supported
BY every reputable republican paper in
tie Eighth district and by every dem
ocratic paper.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17
Dlstreas'In RusaIa

81. PETERSBURG. Sept 16-The dis
tress in the Volga provinces is intense.
At Penza women and children wander
exhausted, shrieking for food in the
market places All the charitable 50,
cin.ios -. dr1ls.z The I,asl Ez.a-. go.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17

Kansas is repudiating her regulators
In a way that is making their hides
Jingle.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER II, 1891.
Republican Ticket.

For Treasurer,
ON. BRENIZER,
of Buckeye.
For County Clerk,
F, E. NOTTORF,
Of Hope.
For Register of Deeds,
JAMES FREY,
Of Enterprise.
For Sheriff,
81. ELLISON,
Of Abilene.
For Surveyor,
A. C. ROMIG,
Of Abilene.
For Coroner,
EDMUND KELLER,
of Abilene.
For High School Trustees,
J. W. GIBSON, Of Jefferson.
T. G. AYRES, of Cheever.
For Commissioner, End District,
SILAS BAKER,
of Hayes.
For Judge Of the Eighth Judicial Dis
trict,
JAMES HUMPHREY,
of Junction City.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17
Two Accantances.

JAMES HUMPHREY. NIB. NICHOLSON.
1t is therefore in have been the vic
every way Mt and ap-l tim Of much SANDER
rropriAte that, in Sc and ana not ashamed
Letting from amonglof 1t. 1 am in good
the body of citiZenslcompany. 1 did Join
of the district some the alliance and ask
one to whose haudz odds of no one for do
shall be committed ing it. care nothing
the solemn functiOnsl whatever for this
OF public justice, the worse than senseless
ordinary forms andlcrtticism. 1 believe
practices of partylmy neig hbor has the
warfare should belsame rights as myself
laid aside, aud that and should be per
the resulting election lmitted to join what
shall create no claims ever party he chooses
or obligations upon without being the
the incumbent of that subject of ridicule
office In favor of any and criticism. When
party or any individ II Joined the peoples
usl. This Is especial party, BURNED THE
ly true OF an elective BRIDGES. BEHIND ME-.
Judiciary. The Law am here to stay. l
hath her e. at In the never do thing by
bosom Of God, her halves. 1 am with
voice is the harmony you for veal or woe.
of the world, eli 1 am not dish rag or
things in heaven and Ia jelly fsh. 1 have
earth do her homage, some backbone; had
the weakest as feelinglthe backbone to come
her care and the out and join the peo-
strongest IS not be piles party. endorse
ing exempted from every syllable of
her power The mostlthe Cincinnati plat.
efficient and faithful form, and intend to
service in that office do everything in my
should ordinarily belpower for the success
expected where thelof the party in the
incumbent is made tolfuture.
re-liZe that the ten.
ure of his offi,e de
ponds not upon the
pleasure of a dOmi-
nant party or clique
but upon the APPROVAL
of the people.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17
ABILENE MARKETS.
ABILENE, KAs., Sept. II.
rst published in the ABILENE wEEK
REFLECTOR, Sept. IL, 1911
SHERIEE'S SALE

Under and by virtue of an order Of sale
issued by the clerk OF the district court Of
Dickinson county, state OF Kansas, in q
cause pending therein. wherein Jonathan
Bourne Jr., Thomas G.. Hunt and William A.
Able, executors of the last will and Tesla
ment of Jonathan Bourne, deceased, are
plaintiffs and John T. Blevins, Mary Blew
ms, The Abilene Investment company, The
Hanover Saving Fund society and o. H.
Lebold and ]. NJ. Fisher, late partners as
Of O. II Lebold and J. n. Fisher, late part.
ners as Lebold, Fisher & Co., w. A. Rigin-
GOTHAM and d. A. Wilbur, partners as Higin-
bOtham q Wilbur are defendants. will
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1891-09-17
on Monday, Oct. Is, A. d., 1891.

at the front door of the court house, in the
city of bilene county Of Dickinson, state of
Kansas, al 10 O'Clock 8. m of said day sell
to the highest bidder for cash, the following
described real estate to-Wit:
The northeast quarter OF section mum Der
four az and the west half and the southeast
quarter Of section number three 90 all IN
township number eleven I'D south, of rahge
number one % east OF the 9Th p. II. contain
Kansas
The said real estate will be sold pursuant
to the judgment of the court in said cause
recited in said order Of sale.
Witness my hand this 18th day Of Sept, A.
D., 1891.
As d. ". NALL,
Sheriff of Dickinson County, Kas
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-05-07
EreezIng NYeather.

VALPARAISO, Ind, May 6.-Thick
ice formed Monday night. In exposed
localities cherries and other fruits
were injured. Strawberries were hurt
most. Potatoes and corn were black.
ened to the ground.
BosToN, May g. Dispatches from va
rious parts of Massachusetts and Con.
necticut state that the thermometer was
from to degrees below freezing Mon
day night and that ice formed in many
places Cherries and plums suffered.
but other fruits were not far enough
advanced to be injured
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-05-07
ELECTORS IN INDIANA.
Results of the Contests Held in Various
Towns of the state.

Results of the Contests Held in Various
Towns of the state.
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind, May 6.-Returns
from over the state from the village
elections are meager. In Dublin fall
ure to fulfill the provisions of the Aus
tralian law prevented any election be-
ing held and the old officers viii hold
over. The issues were purely OF local
interest and many OF them were con-
tested by peoples, citizens and law
and order parties
Returns received show that the re-
publicaus were successful in Hope,
Huntsville, Elizabeth, Hartford City,
North Manchester. Spencer and Rens-
sci aer Democrats won in Scotssburg,
Boonv;lle. Irvington- Haughville,
Brightwood West Indianapolis and
Winamac In Mitchell an entire ticket
favoring high license for saloons was
elected for the first time in the towns
history.
JEFFERsoNyrLLE, Ind, May 6.-Mon-
day the first town election in the oldest
town in the northwest, GAINESVILLE, was
held Founded in 1891 by Gen George
Rogers Clark, it received its charter
from Virginia. The people never had
voice until this spring, the
rule of the town under the old charter
annulled by the action of the Indiana
Legislature, being self-perpetuating.
The election resulted in a complete
democratic victory.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-05-07
TO PAclFY Chill.

President Balmaceda Invites Friendly
Powers To Intercede in Hope of Pre-
venting Further BlJodshed.
PARIS, May 6.-An official dispatch re-
ceived here says that il is proposed that
three members of the congressional or
insurgent party and three members of
the Balmaceda or presidential party
be appointed in order 10 confer upon
and discuss some modus vivendi
arrangement which would bring peace
to Chilli. The foreign consuls. the dis
patch adds strongly support this prop
osition as calculated to terminate the
era of strife and bloodshed which has
so long prevailed in the CHILEAN re-
public.
President Balmaceda has solicited
the good Offices Of Brazil, Of the United
States and of France in an effort to re-
store peace in Chilli President Balma-
ceda has asked these three countries to
unite in the endeavor which they may
make IN this direction.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-05-07
IN CHARlTY,s BEHALF.
Eighteenth National Conference to Com
vene at indianapolis ON May IS.

Eighteenth National Conference to Com
vene at Indianapolis ON May IS.
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind, May e. The
eighteenth national conference of char
tiles and correction will convene in this
city May 10 to 20 inclusive. This con-
ference from a small beginning has
grown in influence and the number of
its delegates until now it is one of the
most important of the national gather
ings of our land. It's object is to col
lect, compare and diffuse information
respecting every description of char
liable and reformatory enterprise,
public or private. An urgent invi-
tation is extended to the governors of
all states and territories to appoint del
egates by whom they may be repre-
sented at this convention. The daily
sessions of the conference will be held
in Plymouth church and win be of r.
musical and literary character. Numer-
GUS interesting papers will be read and
addresses will be made by Gov. Hovey,
of Indiana: Coy. Campbell, of Ohio;
Mayor Sullivan, of Indianapolis; Presi-
dent Mccullough, James Whitcomb
Riley and others
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-05-07
killed MS Second Nan.

NASHVILLE, Tenn, May 6-Tom
Smith, now under $40, O00 bonds in the
circuit court Of Lincoln county for the
killing of young John Brooks about
three years ago, about q young lady, is
reported to have killed James Wake
field, whom she married since the first
killing. Wakefield anC the lady were
on their way to McDowel's Mills, near
Pulaski, to visit her father when Smith
met them, killing Wakefield and firing
two shots at his wife
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-05-07
wscoNsIN's NEW JUSTICE.

Judge Winslow. of Racine, Appointed
TO the Supreme Bench by Gov. Peck.
MADISON, Wis, May 6.Gov. Peck
has appointed Judge John b. Winslow,
of Racine as assistant justice of the SUI
preme court, in place of Justice Taylor,
deceased.
Judge Winslow is "A native Of New York and
came to Racine with his parents in 1855. He
attended the public schools until he was Il and
then entered the grammar school Of Racine
college, continuing At this institution fun col
legiate course, and was graduated AN a. g. II
the class OF 1871. For three years be studied
law in Racine and graduated from the Wigcon
Sin State university IL 1879, Vuti 1883 he prac
ticed la~ in Raeiue, when he was elected judg,
OF the Frs, judicial circuit and reelected II
1889 without opposition
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-05-07
The PRESIDENT.
He Is Warmly Received Throughout
Northern California.

nc AS " aEhAty ANtNShNth AhhouEhN0N
Northern California.
REDDING, Cal, May 6, - President
Harrison and his party made its first
portion of their journey in northern
California Monday in a rainstorm, the
first experience ~ that kind they
have had in the Golden state.
The president arose early Monday
morning and was the only mem
Der of the party to greet the crowd
that gathered abont the train at Te-
hama. He was loudly cheered and
shook hands with all the people within
reach, A bout htf an hour later the
train drew up at he'd Bluff, where a
band was assem- bled at the station.
They gave the president most enthu-
siastic welcome. At Reddipg the presi-
dent and party were greeted with the
national salute and showers of bouquets
from throng OF school-children.
ASHLAND, Ore. May 6.-The presi-
dent and party arrived here shortly
after o'clock Monday night and re-
ceived an enthusiastic welcome. The
special committee of the Oregon state
legislature boarded tn train and well
coined the president to Oregon. After
a stop of about thirty minutes at Ash
land the presidential special pulled out,
preceded by special train carrying
the Legislative committee.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-05-07
FARMERS IN POLITICS.
The Iowa Alliance VIII Have Full state
Ticket in the Field.

Dies MorSEs Ia, May g A call
signed 10y about sixty leaders of the
Farmers Alliance and other industrial
organizations Of Iowa has been issued
for peoples Independent state con
vention 20 Ice held in Des Moines June
for the purpose, as stated in
the call, of adopting a plat
form of principles upon which
all patriotic citizens of the state can
unite in nominating a state ticket to be
voted for at the ensuing election, each
county being entitled to ten delegates,
to be selected by county convention,
in which members of all industrial or
CARNATIONS and other individuals who
favor Independent political action in
Iowa this year shall be entitled to par
,icipate"
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-05-07
DeIaware's BALLOT Law.

DOVER, Del, May e-The house has
passed by unanimous vote the Wolcott
ballot bill aud its passing by the sen
ate is assured The bin is a modifica-
ton of the Australian ballot system. 1t
provides for booths am official ballots.
but the tickets Of each party are sepa-
rate instead of the reg dlar Australian
blanket ballot.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-05-07
Two Deaths from a Cyclone.

LOUISVILLE, Ky, May 6.--The storm
which passed over Paducah and Eddy
vile Saturday night killed two people
A. NJ. Metcalfe, superintendent of the
stove works at Eddyville. was killed by
flying debris and in Graves county a
boy named James md his team of
horses were killed by falling tree.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-05-07
TWO Children polsoned.

LITTLE Rock, Ark, May Give
children of Col. Thomas Tanner, aged
and 3, were fatally poisoned Monday
night at Rison, Ark, Ivy taking ver,ni-
fuge which was prescribed by DIR. S. ".
Neelins, d well-known physician. The
town is terribly excited. Relatives OF
the children threaten to kill Neelins,
who has appealed to the authorities for
protection
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-05-07
Fatally Shot.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. May 6.-At Adair-
vile, Sunday night, DR.. r. p Town
vile, was fatally shot by Marshall
Meyer. Marshall IS a mere boy, and a
son Of Henry Meyer, merchant, and
the killing grew out Of bitter feud
between the doctor and the elder
Never
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-05-07

ST JOINS, \. f., May G-The Swed-
ish bark Helged went ashore on the
coast and is total wreck. The captain
and ten Of the crew were lost. Nine
bodies have been recovered. The yes
sci was bound TO Quebec in ballast.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-05-07

Milwaukee viii quit work Wednesday
in an attempt 10 enforce their demands
for an eight-hour day. minimum wages
of 2756 cents an hour and a recognition
of the union by the bosses.
CINCINNATI. May 6.-The Covington
carpenters have formally declared their
strike ended. The decision of the board
claims
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-05-07

LONDON, May 6.-Lord James Ed.
ward Sholto Douglas, brother of the
m arquis Of Queensberry, committed
suicide by emitting his throat with
razor. Lord James Douglas ha.
been demented for several DAYS.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-05-07
Held for Murder

UNIoNrowN, Pa. May 6.-Superin-
tendent Gray, Yard Boss Agnew and
Deputy Callahan. charged with the
murder of John Mahan, at Leisenri2g
Sunday evening last had hearing a:d
superintendent Gray was hello n
81, 600 bail. Callahan and Agnew v e
discharpal
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-05-07

ROME, May {. It has been decided
from motives OF economy that Italy
will not take an official part in the
Chicago exposition. To this Americans
should take no exception, as italy took
no official part in the French exposition
If 1880
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1891-05-07
rheumatism.

DEING due to the presence of uric
II acid in the blood, is most effectually
cured by the use of Ayers Sarsapa-
riIla. Be sure you get Ayers and no
other, and take it till the poisonous
acid is thoroughly expelled from the
system. We challenge attention to this
testimony -
about two years ago, after suffering
for nearly two years from rheumatic
govt, being able to walk only with great
discomfort, and having tried various
remedies, including mineral waters,
without relief, l saw by an advertise
ment in a Chicago paper that a man had
been relieved of this distressing COM
plant, after long suffering, by taking
Ayers Sarsaparilla. i then decided to
make trial of this medicine, and took
it regularly for eight months, and am
pleased to state that il has effected
oOmplete cure. | have since had no re-
urn of the disease. Mrs. r. Irving
Dodge, no West 125th ST., New York.
Zone year ago I was taken i'll with
infiammatory rheumatism, being con-
fined to my house six months. / came
out of the sickness very much debili-
tated, with no appetite, and my system
disordered in every way. l commenced
using Ayers Sarsaparilla and began to
improve at once, gaining in strength
and soon recovering my usual health.
1 cannot say too much in praise of this
well-known medicine" - Mrs. l.. A.
Stark, Nashua, n. II.