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Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

TIE JUDICIAL CoNvENTIoN-The dem
ocratic judicial convention met in Kelly s
opera house in this city en- last Monday.
All the counties in the district were rep
resented. There was no opposition to
the nomination of Judge Whitelaw and,
consequently, the proceedings were not
as interesting as they otherwise would
have been. The rules were suspended
and Mr.. Whitelaw was nominated unan-
imously. The Judge accepted the honor
conferred in graceful speech, thanking
the delegates and defining his position
upon the issues of the day. The Dodge
men treated the outside delegations in a
handsome manner, pay ing their fare from
Garden City here and also paying their
hote. bills. They lie # here with a kind
ly regard for Dodge hospitality.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

A VACATION IN NEW MEXICO:-TO gel
the full benefit of mountain air and sun.
shine, 1t will amply reward all travellers
to extend their Colorado summer trip to
that charming resort known as Las. We
gas Hot Springs, six miles from Las. We.
gas, on the A, T. 6 S. F. r. r.
Here may be found the very choicest OF
New Mexico air, scenery and sunshine
and hotel, the Montezuma, that is large,
handsome comfortable and home-like.
The trip to Las. Vegas Hot Springs can
be made in connection with the Colorado
tour, at small additional expense, by
purchasing round-trip excursion ticket
to the Hot Springs that includes a side
ride to Pueblo, Colorado Springs or Den
yer.
Inquire of Fred Gardner, local agent
Santa Fe Route.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

FROM PLAINS TO PEAK:-In the Utes
Pass, near Colorado Springs, are several
pleasant places to cool off in during the
hot summer months. Reasonable hotel,
cottage and tent rates You can go to
the top of Pixies Peak on foot horseback.
in carriage. or via the cog-wbeel rail
way.
Santa Fe Route is the only line that
runs Pullman yestibule sleepers to Mani
tou without charge. Cheap excursion
tickets now on sale to principal Colorado
resOr. and to Las Vegas Hot Springs,
New iltxico-the favOrite all the year
rounG :iering place, where Montezuma
Hotel !. located.
Inquire of Fred Gardner. local agent,
Santa Fe Route.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

THE L. /. A. TO B. l.. E. s BALL:-The
ball given on last Tuesday evening by the
Ladies' International Auxiliary to the
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
was one of the most enjoyable social
events that has transpired within recent
date. The members of the order used I'M
usual efforts to make it a success and that
they thoroughly succeeded, those who at,
tended cannot deny. The attendance
was not limited to local patrons but many
persons, both from the east and west, at.
tended. 1t was one Of the very largest
balls ever held in Dodge City. While
the rink, at which place it Was held. was
not profusely decorated for the occasion,
yet what was done in this line showed
exquisite taste and was in every way in
keeping with the general success of the
ball. Beeson's orchestra furnished thu
music for the occasion, and, as usual
there was nothing but praise tor this par
of the programme. All those who attend
ed have nothing but the highest prais'
to bestow on the ladies for their courtesy
and efforts to make everyone have goot
time. Ice cream was served and cak'
containing gold ring was ratified of
Jas. Lusk was the lucky man in this con
test. The ring was donated by Mayo
Gluck. Altogether the ball was pleas
ant and most enjoyable affair and the Ia
dies are to be congratulated on the frs
ball they have given May all the follow
ing ones be as successful Is the wish o
the friends Of the order.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28
A NEW INDUSTRY.

A reporter for the Topeka Capital
recently gathered the following inform
alton from }. C. Best, of Jackson coun-
ty, in relation to utilizing the Mexican
soap weed. Mr.. Best has experiment
ed with the plant for the past three
years and feels very confident tina. the
industry will prove success. Below
we reproduce what the Capital mas learn
ed from the experimenter 'His
scheme is to utilize the fbers Of the
Mexican soap plant in the manufacture
of rope, sacking, and in fact all things
that are now made from jute, MANILA,
sisal and low grades of cotton. Mr..
Best has spent three years in company
With Mr.. G.. W. Anderson experiment
ing with the plant, and they feel conf
dent that coarse cloth and such articles
can be made from this fiber much more
cheaply than they are at present from
other materials. He has made sufficient
experiments to assure himself that this
plant that is native to the dry plains OF
New Mexico and Arizona can be sue
cessfully grown in Kansas The west
ern part Of the state is particularly
adapted to its growth and by cultiva'
ton Mr.. Best thinks it can be made to
grow to twice the height it attains in
wild state. The plant is hardy, no
insect so far as known preys on it, and
it cannot be killed by frost or drouth.
The roots are perennial, and at the same
section of one inch in length will grow
and produce new plant. 1t can be
planted as thick as corn, and will pro-
duce 4, 900 hills to the acre. Each hill
will yield from its sword-shaped leaves
from three and one half to seven pounds
of fiber, and old plants will produce al
nigh as seven pounds. The leaves car
be cut after a growth Of one year, al
though the fiber is better and Of great
er length if allowed to mature. Ate
being cut to the ground the plant cal
be left aud another crop will replac
the first, maturing in the same iengtl
of time.
Figuring upon the above conserva
tive estimate from 10. 900 to 10, OO
pounds per acre could be produce
which would bring 6 cents per poun
raw, realizing from 5000 to 5000 Pc
| acre. The amount that could be raise
lis almost limitless considering the FAC
that it thrives best upon the most an
[plains and with scarcely any moisture.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28
8ucklin items,
All, there, New dude in town
1t is getting most too dry to nlnw.

All, there, New dude in town
1t is getting most too dry to plow.
Several young ladies of this vicinity.
who have been attending normal, return
ed las, Saturday.
Frank Gresham was limplng around
quite bit last week from having a pitch
fork run in his knee.
Capt. Sillett is pump engineer for the
Rock Island these fine days.
Dad Dempsey and wife left last week
for Rice county, where they will visit a
short time with friends.
Uncle" Wilson moved on to his farm
this week. Mr.. Kiyett having moved to
KiOwa. where he has rented a farm.
Rev. Westfall on last Sunday eve gave
a talk on what he saw as missionary in
Africa, after which he did one of the du-
ties that befall Methodist pereacher-
took up a missionary collection.
ERZAHLER, JR.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

A certain young fellow who was par
ticularly DESTROYS of meeting young Ia
dy, could not screw his courage to the
sticking point when the time came. A
mutual friend made arrangements for an
Introduction at the dance, but when the
time came, the friend could not persuade
the o her fellow to go through the intro
duction. The worst of it was the friend
had rui the other fellow name down on
the young lady's programme for dance.
Threats and entreaties were used, but to
no avail, and the friend now swears he
be blanked if he ever wants anything to
do with timid people again.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28
HARVEST Excursions TO TEXAS POINTS

.
The following rate. dates Of sale. limits,
ETC., have been authorized for series of
harvest excursions from all points in Kan
sas to oil points III Texas via Purcell. and
to FL Paso and Dening via La Junta
Rate: One and one-third fare for the
round trip.
Dates of sale. Angus; 20; September II
and 90.
Limits and stopover privileges: Tick =
cts will be good for 80 days. and s,opovers
will be allowed south of Arkansas City
and La Junta regardless of transit limits
on going trip. Continuous passage re
turning. Yours. Truly,
GEO. T. NICHOLSON,
G. p. & T. A.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

To the complainers and daily grumblers
of Garfield, or any other western county,
we wish to cite you to model farm about
Z miles south of Ravanna, where lives a
congenial old gentleman and lady who
for pluck, ambition, industry and gener-
osity are second to none. As proof to
the above statement you will find nearly
all kinds of the best varieties of vegeta-
bles, also gooseberries, plums and peach
es. A large crop of growing kafir corn,
sorghum and Indian corn decorate the
well cultivated soil. This gentleman be
lieves in blowing and the results are he
realizes something for his labor. If you
wish to be infused with the same kind Of
enthusiasm that makes this farm sue
cess, just spare little time and visit Mr.
and Mrs. Solomon DeWeber-Ravanns
Chieftain.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

The Democrats have nominated James
7. Whitelaw OF Dodge City as their can
didate for district judge: but they DOM
expect to elect him-they will support
the Alliance Democrat candidate. ''See
if they don't "-CimarrOn Echo.
Who will the Alliance Democrat be,
and do you think he will be elected? Why
not carry the prophecy farther?
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

J. B. Waring Il Sons boot and shoe
store and p II. Young's jewelry store
were broken into Monday night. Some
shoes were taken from Warnings, but we
understand that they have since been re-
turned. Nothing was taken from
YOung's, but about $40 in damage result
cd from the breaking of the large plate
glass.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

The increase in the acreage of small
grain which will be sown in Ford county
this year, over that of last year, will be
at least 800 per cent. Everyone is i'm
bued with the idea that another success
full season will follow this. Many east
ern owners of Ford county land are arran-
ging to put out big crops. immigration
will begin this fall, but it will not reach
the full tide until next year.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

At the close of the normal last week,
forty two persons presented themselves
as apple ants for teachers certificates.
The examination was unusually difficult
and the probabilities are that many will
fail. The June and July examinations
were much more difficult than usual, sc
that some counties will have difficulty in
getting teachers to fill the schools.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

Mrs. Beadle is sole agent
for This county for w. A.
Works Garment Cutter. This
is a rule and square by which
any girl Is years old can learn
to cut any garment worn in a
family, including gents coat,
vest, shirt and drawers from
actual measure; easy to be
learned and no difficulty tore
member. Every farmers wife
or daughter in the comfy
should learn this, for true econ
omy consists in well-cut, we'll
fitting garments. Two hours
time will enable any one to I'M
derstand this system.
System and Instruction, on
ly $500.
Bear in mind that the dress
making department at the Fair
guarantees all work, and keeps
abreast with all the leading
cities in the lateness of styles.
Magazines used:
Album Des Modes.
La Mode de Paris.
Bon Ton.
Harper's Bazaar.
MRS.
IDA
BEADLE.
~ and Door North P. 0.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

Harry Newfer recently purchased tine
square house north of the Zimmerman
property in the west part of the city and
is having il moved to the vacant lots near
the residence of Jerry Shaw. VIM. Hess
man is doing the moving.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

Brother Shinn travels a long way in
calling Brother Peter pole cat, but he
finally makesit. Now look out for Broth
or Peter. Well bet shirt button that it
won't take him long to call spade a
spade. Sic 'em, boys.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

Anderson Lierle of Royal township
called on the Times Tuesday and inform
ed US that he has the finest field of corn
IN the county. He says that it win turn
out over sixty bushels ner acre.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

BURTs' SHOE AGENCY:-Just received,
big line of Burts' fine shoes, and, on
account of the immense quantities hand
led, We will sell them at $500 per pair.
New York STORE.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

Dr. H. Whitworth of Grand Rapids,
Mich. who spent few weeks in Cimar-
ron, has gone to Dodge City, where he
will locate for the practice of his profess
sion The Doctor is cultured gentle
man and will be valuable acquisition
to Dodge City society. Cimarron Echo.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

NOTICE:-I am the regular agent of the
celebrated Michigan Buggy Co.. and will
sell you anything from Queen Victoria
to dog cart at bottom figures.
H. B. HENDERSON.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

Fred Edwards, well known in this CITY
not only in a business but in social way
as well, died in his home at Larned last
week. The deceased is a brother in law
of ]. II. Ripple of this city and numbers
many friends among our citizens here.
He was young man possessing many
lovable qualities True 10 his friends
and winning the good will of all those
who were SO fortunate as to win his
frien lship.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

j. ID. Bush has removed his barber shop
from the Kelly block to c. NJ. Beeson's
room on Front street This is one of the
best locations in the city. Bath rooms
will be added to the shop
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

J. B. Perry has arrived in the city and
offers the people of this town a chance
to have their feather beds renovated.
Mr.. Perry thoroughly understands his
business, and in a circular which he is
sues is found an instructive article on the
subject of beds in relation to health.
Read it.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

\ handsome little ship adorns the win
dow of the Roci, Island ticket Office. 1t
was presented 10 Master Charley Phillips
by an uncle living in Detroit.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

Prof. Webb returned from Pratt on
Thursday noon, where he has been at
tending the state teachers examination
at Pratt. Prof. Ellis has not yet return
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

Pop Kelsey opened the l.. l. A. to b.
OF L. E. ball the other evening by lead
ing in the opening dance. Pop Is lame
yet, but when he gets started things go
with boom.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

The Intermediate SanItarium Associa-
ton of Dodge City has been founded fol
the purpose of operating health resort,
with capital stock of 100000. The
directors are VIM. W. Munsell, w. c.
Shinn, T. L. McCarty, c. NJ. Beeson and
S. J. Crumbine of Dodge City, and G. G.
Gilbert and E. e. SOule of Speareville.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

The ladies OF the G. l. A. wish to give
thanks 10 DIR. McCarty for so kindly do
mating the rink for the Calico Ball. Al
so. to the Brothers of division 232, who
assisted us in decorating the hall. Also,
to Mr.. Ruedy for hauling our piano free
of charge To Mr.. Hallet for the use of
his tables and chairs. And to our many
friends who so literally patronized us and
rendered it grand success, financially
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

The city teachers Normal Institute
will begin on Monday next at the Third
ward school house Half day sessions
will be held. beginning at o clock a. IN.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

Henry Manning of Fairview is one OF
Ford county best farmers who is feeling
happy over a fine crop of small grain.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

Mayor Gluck was in attendance at the
republican clubs meeting IN Topeka this
week. 1t is said that he was one of the
man forces in preventing a prohibition
plank in the resolutions.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

NJ. n. Boardman of Fairview presented
this Office with two big watermelons this
week. They are the incest we have seen
grown here and We return thanks for
them.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

]. r. Judd wishes he was running &
newspaper just now. The reason is vel
known to readers of the Democrat.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

We notice that quite a number of re-
publicans have been vending their way
to the Democrat Office this week. Wheth-
or or not they prevailed ON William to
keep still, we are not informed.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

The members of the NJ. E. church pre-
sented their pastor, Rev. Rose, with do
nation of $50, the first of the week. The
occasion was the 18th wedding annive :
sary of Rev. and Mrs. Rose.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

A good many old houses are being sold
to the farmers, who use the lumber to
build bins for their wheat.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

A party of Pennsylvania capitalists
were IN the city Monday under the guild
ance of Col. Stacy of Topeka. They
have been making tour Of the state. hav-
ing large investments in different portions
of the commonwealth. They attested
their admiration for the boundless re
sources and magnificent opportunities
held out to the homeseeker in the Arkan-
sas valley. Dodge was the most western
point visited and it elected the most hear
ty praise from the party.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

The ladies of the G. l. A. wish to ex
press their thanks to the Brotherhood of
Locomotive Engineers, division 232, for
framing their charter for them
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

The old settlers annual meeting at
Pogue's Grove occurred ON Wednesday
last. Quite number attended from here.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

That old timer, Mic Mayrath, this week
presented us with samples of buckwheat
and fax that is part of this season crop.
Neither of these crops are grown here to
any extent, but if every one could do as
well with them as Mr.. Mayrath has done,
every farmer would SOW them. Mr.. May.
rath is one of the leading farmers in west.
ern Kansas, not only in regard to the
measure of success attain ed, but in exper
iments, etc. He is regarded as an author,
ity on agricultural matters, and stands
high with the state agricultural authori-
ties.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

Bids are called for to construct a stone
wall around the third ward school house,
by the school board This is an improve
'ment that has long been needed.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

Miss Lille Truesdale who has been WIS.,
iting Mrs. Ed. Glassford returned to her
home in Pueblo this week
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

The Young Peoples Society of Christ
ian Endeavor meets every Sunday even
ing at 2 o'clock, at the Presbyterian
church. Interesting exercises at each
meeting. The friends of this society are
anxious to increase the membership, and
cordial invitation is extended to all the
young people, as well as the older ones.
who feel an interest in the grand cause,
to come to these meetings. Subject for
Sunday, August 3Oth: The parting of
the two paths
Baptist church services August Both.
10 a. IN. Sunday School.
liam. Preaching. Subject: Con
science"
sp. m. Preaching. Subject: Drunk
enness.'
All are invited to these services. TEN
perance workers and all those addicted
to strong drink are especially invited to
the evening service.
p. G. SHANKLIN,
Pastor
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

John Hickman, whose place lies ten
miles south. was in the city Tuesday and
in conversation with the Times man said
that he would have $500 bushels of oats
HIS corn, too, is looking fine.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

F. w. Coxson has purchased the Opera
House restaurant and will continue the
business at the old stand. Frank was
like duck out of water, when not feed
ing the hungry. He is an experienced
caterer, and will run first class place
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

BURrs' SHOE AGENcY:-Just received,
a big line of Burts' fine shoes. and. on
account of the immense quantities hand
led. we will sell them at $500 per pair.
NEW YORK STORE.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

Miss Nina Sheldon has returned from
a lengthy stay in the east, where she has
been attending a conservatory of IN usic
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

The following is the probable program
of the Teachers Institute, to be held next
week. The programme. as here given, is
subject to REVISION and change: Monday,
Reading and Geography; Tuesday, Lam
guage and Writing; Wednesday, Arith-
metic and Spelling: Thursday, Drawing
and History; Friday. Object Lessons,
Manners and Morals. Physiology. The
following topics will be discussed at ir
regular intervals during the week: Phys
ical Culture, School Music Course, School
Management and Calisthenics
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

Samuel Gallagher and J. II. SWEET are
among the latest for whom Z. ID. Swan
has obtained pensions.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28
LOCAL NEWS ITEM ).
Contra, Committee Meeting


There will be meeting Of the central
committee of the Peoples party of Ford
county on Saturday. August Goth. al the
court house, at o. clock, p. IN. Exceed
ingly important business will come before
the meeting and every member is earnest
" urged to be present. Do not fail to
attend. T. A MILTON,
FRED MENDENHALL, Chairman.
Secretary.
Let us hope that summer is over.
Conventions are coming fast and furi-
GUS.
The FONTS were again raided Wednes-
day.
The cool weather is most agreeable
change.
W. W. Munsell went east on business
Monday.
Miss Lizzie Reilly Of Syracuse attend
ed the big ball.
There will be a wedding among the up
per ten shortly.
The band met Wednesday evening and
began practicing.
There is fresh talk of another horse
race for $500 side.
Oklahoma is an Indian word and means
beautiful country
Will Hynds has returned from a leng-
thy stay in Colorado.
There is talk of a petition for a grand
jury being circulated.
Mrs. John Sheldon returned from a
trip to Wichita this week
Mrs. +. l.. Mendenhall returned from
her visit to Iowa Monday.
The band will be means of enjoyment
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

The city school will open on September
9Th. 1t is time the pupils began looking
ND states and books.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1891-08-28

MARRIED:-At the residence of the
brides parents in this city, August Goth,
by Rev. S. E. Busser OF the Presbyterian
church, Mr.. Guy D. Cannon and Miss
Louise Berg. Mr.. Cannon has been Up
orator for the Santa Fe during the past
nine months, and is favorably known to
those =, i;h whom he has done business.
Miss Berg Is the daughter of successful
caterer of this city, and has drawn about
her circle of warm and admiring friends,
who wished her the greatest joy and ex-
pressed their appreciation by many pres
ents. The wedding supper was most
abundant and artistically prepared and
served, indicating that master hand in
such spreads had manipulated its details.
The serenade by the Glee Club of Dodge
was appreciated by the bride and groom
and all present. and elected much hearty
applause. 1t is the opinion of all that
the first step in married life has been rirm-
" and truly taken by these young friends,
and all we can say is 10y and long life" y