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The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02

Career of Ben Blanchard, an Ex-Hoosier,
Who Il Under Arrest in Kansas.
HUTCHINSON, Kan, Dec. L-There Is un-
der arrest here q man who has worked more
money schemes, perhaps, than any other
person in the West. HIS name Is Ben
Blanchard. Not many years ago Ben was
O real estate sharp" in Terre Haute, Ind.
There he managed to save" out of specu-
l~ations. in which gullible people were the
losers. something like 500. 900. He then
pulled up his stakes and cast his lot among
the more worldly people of ChicagO. Ben
was n Methodist Inc NJ once laid plans 10
get into the good Rraces of the leading men
of that denomination in Chicago. He soon
gained the confidence Of these unsrspect-
ing people. and managed to unload tracts of
wild II worthless land In Kansas and Ne
braska. running in addition q city scheme
In each one OF thoseS States and one In Mon
tana.
He ordered the building of o Pullman
palace car for his own use. the first and
only payment on which was made by q
check for $1,000. Endorsed by q Methodist
clergyman, who subsequently had TO pay
It In this car Blanchard took out a party
or ministers. elders and financial men TO
look at their possessions In Kansas and
Montana As a result his lots there went
OF quickly and money rolled In freely, but
did not come in fast enough to enable him
TO meet ais obligations. The consequence
was that after about eight months So
journ. during which he caused TO different
parties q collective loss of fully 500. 000, he
found himself at the end OF his rope.
lie went TO Mexico, remained there till
the storm blew over and then made his way
to Hutchinson, near which he bought LOO
acres of sand dunes on the south side OF the
Arkansas river. laid them OFT into town lots
and began TO boom them. This was in 1851.
He raised sufficient money TO enable him
TO begin the construction of whattwas to
be the Indiana Block" l00x1C0 feet. on the
ground plat, and theoretically intended to
be eight stories high. But by the time the
walls were up to the height OF one story he
had sold enough lots To pay for the land
and the construction OF the building. Then
the work was stopped and has not since
been resumed.
While on this Improvements he bored o
hole for gas. probably with no other expec-
tatIon than that OF booming the town to
facilitate the sale of lots. At the depth of
400 feet his workmen struck the low cele-
brated salt bed of more than one hundred
feet IN thickness, which Ia by far the great
est discovery OF salt in America. This at
tracted the attention of packers and others.
and the proceeds of the salt mine would
have made him rich. but for the fact that
he had too many irons IN the fire. Ho had
TO light ont" and has now been arrested
on his return 20 tho scene of his only trI-
umph. except over the gullibility of human
nature.
The most astonishing thing about this
swindling career is that it should have con-
tinued so long when the operations were
not confined 10 widows and orphans or even
To preachers OF the gospel. hut took in an
eminent Wall-strcet banker and the presi-
dent of q leading watch manufacturing
company in the West.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02

Held To Answer a Charge of Bigamy.
Special TO the indianapolis Journal
ScoTTsBURG, Ind, Dec. Last night
Louis Richards was arrested on the charge
of binamy, preferred By q woman who
claims to have been married to him in
Michigan in 1850. he giving his name at
that time as Napoleon Bonaparte Flavitt.
A few weeks ago the man was married to q
woman residing In this county. at which
time he gave his name as Richards. The
case was called before q Justice to-day. and
tae man Richards, or Flayltt, was placed
under $500 bond for his appearance next
Thursday.
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OF INTEREST TO MEN WHO
TILL THE SOIL.
The Wonderful Work Of the Hancock Ro-
~tary-Ease and Profit to the Farmer.
An Indianapolis Company that Is Engaged
In Manufacturing b Greatest In
yentl0n Of the Age.

At the last Indiana State far several
thousand keen-eyed, practical farmers were
treated to Q sight of the most wonderful
farming implement that has been invented
within the past half century. 1t Is. In
deed. doubtful if anything has ever been
discovered which will be of such material
value to the farmer as this implement.
which was gazed at with admiring wonder
and entire approval IS practical illustra.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02

plowed with the Hancock. and 10 created
the greatest excitement. The plow 10 Civ
ing extraordinary good satisfaction. We
will plow tomorrow from Otto IL O'clock A.
M and from ! to 2 O'clock p. NJ. Also on
Friday, both forenoon and afternoon. We
are determined to push the pillow and now
ask you to give Us the sole agency of this.
Knox. county. Trusting you will grant M
the request. we are very truly yours,
SIMPSON, EMIsON a. LAUE.
Farmers and others who desire prices and
further information should address the
Hancock Rotary Plow Company sole
ufacturers), Indianapolis, Ind.
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One of Bi.nchard.s Victims.

brecfsI tolko InfiAnapOis JournaL
TfRRE HkuTE. Ind. Dec. 1.-E. NJ.
Walmsley. the carpet-dealer. transferred
his property to a ~trnstee. to-day. for the
benefit of his creditors For several years
he carried u heavy burden of losses. chiefly
through ind for Ben Blanchard,
the Kansas boomer and promoter.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02

apoiis News, wasinstantly killed this even
ing. in the Nickel-plat yards. by being run
over by n switch engine. He had been
through the yards in search of items, and
attempted TO board IN engine. He slipped
and fell nuder the wheels. and was cut to
pieces. He was twenty years of age. and
graduated FROM the high-schools of this
city q few months ago. He promised to be.
come q successful newspaper man.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02
wabash safe-Blowers Arrested.

Special to the Indianapolis Journal.
WABASH, Ind, Dec. 1.-Detectlve j. b.
Sollitt, of the Wabash railroad secret
service, early this morning arrested Henry
Simmons and William Bernard, twoyoung
men of shady reputation, Of this city, for
blowing open the safe in the fr~eight-house
here Monday night. The explosion was q
terrific one, forcing the safe door through
the west end of the building. Detective
Sollitr thinks he has o clear case against
both.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02

THE Persian diver brings up no pearl from
the depths Of the sea which can surpass In radi-
ant purity q complexion beautitied by Glenn's
Sulphur Soap. A staple accessory OF the bath
and the toilet.
Halls Hair and whisker Dye. black or brown.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02
Mr.. Conner Didn'r Do IL.

County Committee Chairman w. A. Co
mer. of Morgan county. did not assist in
putting down knights of the Golden Circle
in Morgan county. during the war. as men,
toned in the Journal yesterday morning.
Hon. 4. p. A. Phelps deserves that honor.
Mr.. Phelps has been admitted to assist in
the court of inquiry into the dissertation or
soldiers graves in that county, and 10 one
of the stanchest Republican lawyers at
MartinsyIlle.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02
Ln,r Rnfea fo Chfcn0o

On Nov. 20. 20 and Dec. 2 the Pennsylvania
lines will sell excursion tickets 10 Chicago at
very low rates. Tickets good to return i've
days from date of sale. For details address
w. F. Drummer, District Passenger Agent, In
diapapolis.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02
n. Reform the National Law.

II H+form tHe Nnuo'Hf D"'kfnE Ls"s
NEW YORK. Dec. l.-Senator Chandler IL
the chairman of a committee which will
maxi an interesting report to the senate
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02

THE standard cure for cold and cough. DR.
Bulls Cough syrup, should he kept by every
mother who loves her darlings.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02
Leave to File Amended Complaint.

Special 70 inc InulhnHuuIIs JOuruaL.
GREENCAsTLE. Ind. Dec. 1.-The Monon
Railway Company scored a victory to-day
in the withdrawal of the damage suitI IN
stituted by Aaron TobIn. The plaintiffs
horse ran away at the railway crossing in
this city. and his owner was permanently
injured in his elbow and hand. He sued
for 6 9, 200 damages. The allegations IN the
complaint did not consist with the testi-
mony. and TO avoid the judges instruction
to the jury to return q verdict for the de-
PENDANT. leave was granted plaintiff TO
file an amended complaint. and the pend
ing suit was withdrawn.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02
wrecked at an Open Switch.

Special 20 the Indianapolis Journal
LAPORTE. Ind, Dec. IAN open switch
at Webster. near here. at the crossing OF
the Chicago IL West Michigan and Lake
Erie 81 Western. wrecked o freight train
on the latter road last night. The engine
plunged into the depot at the junction and
knocked il off the foundation. The track
was not cleared until to- night.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02
Dwelling Burned.
T.---al

Special to the Indianapolis Journal.
SCoTTsBURG. Ind, Dec. 1.-Charles CAL
verts large dwelling. near Vienna. three
miles south Of this place, was destroyed by
fire this forenoon. The fire Is supposed to
have originated from q defective fiue. Loss
between 81, 500 and 81, 000; insurance, 81, ZOO.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02
INDIANAPOLIS. Ind. July %, 1892.
Hancock Ro:ary Plow COMPANY. IudiaDapolis

The Hancock Rotary Pillow Company, indianapolis,
Ind:
Gentlemen-I will say for the Hancock
Rotary Pl0w used at my place that it is the
best / ever saw for general work.
i have two sulky plows, and am satisfied
that the Hancock Rotary will turn ur1er
stubbic and weeds that my piow viii not.
i Will also say that it will plow in vefy vet
land anG seour better, or in very dry land
Will do better work than any other pillow.
/ have seen it tested IN clay soil. In any
kind of land 10 does better work. and will
pulverize the ground better, than any other
pillow. The draft Is not more than one-half
that of other flows cutting the same
amount of ground. Yours truly.
DAVID JOHNSON & SOy.
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PETERsRURG. Ind. Oct. "A. 1892.

The Hancock Rotary Plow Company. Indianapolis
Ind:
conference.-the tried the disk plow TO-
day and IL has given entire sstisfaction:
e~very body pleased with il. We expect TO
take u number OF orders this fall. Please
mail us some printed matter and order
blanks at once. Also send us contract for
the coming year. Try MS one year and IL
we don't give you returns TO justify you in
giving ns the agency for another ear. then
make q change. Please lot us hear from
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02
TO CHICAGO

Via
Monon Route,
The dining. car line.
So one way.
SO round "trip.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02
William Is Wanted BADLY.

Special 20 the Indianapolis Journal
TERRE HAUTR. Ind. Dec. 1.-WIlliam
Jones. n colored man, was arrested here q
week ago on suspicion. 1t was suspected
tina he was wanted at Baton Rouge. La,
for shooting with intent to kill. The chief
of police at that place was notified, and
replied that Jones was not wanted there.
but was wanted elsewhere This morning
the following telegram was received from
Vicksburg. Miss.
William Jones Ia wanted I'm this State for mur-
der. For Gods sake hold him in irons. Will he
after him as soon as possible. Answer TO Nicks-
burg. j. III. SLAUGHTER.
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NOTICE.

BRnUsE-Mrs. Margaret c. Brou~e. daughter -
the laFe John ID. Thorpe, wife OF capt. Charles W.
DrcusS. Services conducted by RcvEI w. " CoopG
and c. A. Van Anta at the family residencel in IryinS
ton. Friday. Dec 2. al 1 O'Clock j. IN huclal prlvsss
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02
DEATH IN A PECULIAR WAY.
Blacksmith Killed by the Sudden Explosion
of u Huge Oil-Tank.

DtbCkbuiith hitcu oy ne ououcu Lxplostoh
of u Huge Oii-Tank.
Special to the Indianapolis Journal.
SOUTH BEND, Ind, Dec. 1.-George Ny
ers, foreman of the blacksmith shop of the
Chockell wagon works, was killed almost
instantly. this afternoon. by the explosion
of o Standard Oil Company waRon-tank,
which he was repairing. The tank was in
the factory yard, several hundred feet from
the main building. 1t Is supposed that the
heat of a red-h0t iron ignited the gasoline
IN the rear chamber of the tank. generating
gas and producing an explosion. The cir
cular end of the tank was blown out and
struck MIR. Myers in the breast, killing him
almost instantly. and. lying on with ter
riic force. passed through q buggy and was
stopped by the brick building. in which it
cut q deep depression. Mr.. Myers was one
of the Oldest citizens of South Bend.
MRS Teal Made Daughter of the Regiment.
Special to the indianapolis Journal
WINCHESTER, Ind. Dec. 1.-The reunion
OF the One-hundred- and-twenty-fourth Ia
diana Volunteer Infantry and Fifteenth
Indiana Battery closed here to-day The
total enrolment reached 124, and many
very interesting letters of regret were re-
ceived from absent ones. Captain Engle
claims they AVE one of the best posted
regiments as TO the whereabouts o ftheir old
comrades of any military organization in
the State, and that they also have
q very complete regimental history. The
officers for the ensuing year are Capt. ID.
ID. Negley president and J. j.. Nanb vice
president. both of Brlghtwood; Capt. Ed
Engle. of Winchester. secretary and NJ. NJ.
Huntt treasurer. Since the reunion of 1891
nine comrades have died, as follows: DIR.
w. T. King. OF Centereille; Samuel Gustin,
of Fslrview; George w. Fisher and Thomas
Way. Of Winchester; James T.. Hart,
T%heophilus Everett. of MddIetown.
Thomas Horner. of Spartanbcrg.
Brightwood was selected as the next place
of meeting. and the time to be fixed at the
same time with the National Encampment
of the G. A.. X. in Indianapolis. Mrs.
Fannie Teal. who last evening pre-
sented the beautiful banner to the
regiment. was unanimously chosen
as the adopted daughter of the regiment.
Mrs. Teal IS the daughter of Colonel Ncff,
the colonel of the regiment. and a sister of
the greatly beloved and gallant young
lieutenant. Jay Neff. To-day the Woman's
Relief Corps ~ this city gave o spread for
the boys, which was greatly appreciated.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02
Buildings Burned Mt Ch~arlestown.

Special TO the Indianapolis Journal.
PROFESSIONALLY, Ind. Dec. la large
livery stable belonging to A. }. HutchinGs
and ON ice-house belonging to Charles
Lentz, of Charlestown, were destroyed by
firo this morning; also. the building OF tho
ChariestOwn Record was partially burned.
dOllare.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02
Money TO Help Catch the Culprits.

COLUMBUS. o., Dec. 1.-Wells Post. g. A.
r., tonight voted SIS to be sent to Indiana
TO help catch the men who painted soldiers
graves red. Amotion to MAKE it $50 was
withdrawn because of the belief that email
contributions would furnish all that would
DO needed.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1892-12-02
BRIGHT Young Newspaper Man Killed.

BRIGHT Young Newspaper Man Killed
Special To the Indianapolis Journal
FoRT WAYNE. Ind, Dec. John A. Gar
vey, a reporter OF the Daily News staff. of
this city. and correspondent for the Indian
, 1892-03-03
PRETTY TIN WEDDING.
Pleasant Assemblage at the Residence
of Mr., and Mrs. IF, q. Demfng.

OF Mr. and MRS. r. Gs Demings
The. residence of Mr.. and Mrs. F. G.
Deming was a scene of pleasure last even
ing, it being the tenth anniversary Of their
marriage. A number of their friends had
been invited to their tin wedding. They
came in couples and brought with them
many appropriate presents to celebrate the
wedding of a decade ago. They were all of
tin and consisted principally of many use
full household articles. The company was
delightfully."- entertained with progressive
whist, and during the evening Miss Irena
Cayanaugh, with her Photographic appa-
ratus, by the aid of flash light, took a par
lor scene.
The royal prizes were won by Mrs. c. B.
Russell, who received souvenir spoon,
and Captain William McMicken, who
received box of good cigars. The BOBBY
prizes were won by Mrs. J. G. Kleber and
Mr.. F. @. Brown. They received
packages of chewing gum. Very fine re-
freshments were served and it is the testi-
mony of those present that 1t was one of
the most delightful parties given this sea
son. The guests We're: Mr.. and Mrs. O.
G. White, Dr. and Mrs. Armstrong, Mr..
and Mrs. J. @. Kleber, Mr.. and Mrs. G.
Mrs. H. 9. Atwell, Mr. and Mrs. G. ". Rus
sell, Mr.. and Mrs. N. f. Perry, Mr.. and
Mrs. f. G. Brown, Mrs. J. P Tweed Mr..
and Mrs. G. NJ. Barton, Mr.. and Mrs T..
w. Ostrander, Mr.. and Mrs. u G, Blakes-
lee, Mr.. and Mrs. W. T. Forrest, Mrs. A.
S. Perry, Mrs. Estella Wellington, Miss
Irena Cayanaugh, Mrs. T. II. Cavanaugh,
Captain William McMicken, J. G. Deming
and n Wetmore
, 1892-03-03
PERSONAL---VERY..


John Arthur Of Seattle, was attending
the supreme court today.
F. G. Johnson, representing the Seattle
Hardware company, is in the city.
Mrs. John Soule, Of Hoquianl, is a guest
at the home ofstate Superintendent Bryan.
w. H. Fletcher, clerk Of the superior
court Of Pierce county, is in the city on
business,
Rev. w. P. Pope LETT this morning for
Bixon, Sacramento valley, California. Mrs.
Pope has returned to her old home in Indi-
ana,
A. B. Austin returned from Portland this
week. where he has been for several months.
He reports times exceedingly dull in that
metropolis.
Charles F. Munday and F. Johnstone, Of
Seattle; O. w. Door, of New Whatcom; @.
W. Honard and 9. III. Gest, Of Fairhayen
are at the Olympia,
J. G. KIeber met with an accident at the
on The S step @ and he was thrown is Dp' to The
ground, badly bruising his face.
, 1892-03-03
Ordinance No. 576.

Anordinance to appropriate three hundred
dollars towards expenses of William F.
Prosser, chairman Of the Harbor Line
Commission, to Washington, D. O., to se-
cure an early approval by the war depart
mentofplans ofthe Olympia harbor, sub
mitted by Captain Thomas w. symons,
United States engineer.
WHEREAS, 1t duly appears that the Harbor
Line Commission OF the state OF Washington is
seeking to secure an early approval by the War
Department at Washington, d. c., of the plans
submitted by Captain Thomas w. Symons,
United States engineer, OF the harbors at Olym-
pia and elsewhere and,
WHEREAS, It appears that certain other cities
in the state, are assisting the said Harbor Line
Commission in this direction, to the extent OF
necessary expenses thereOfand
WHEREAS, 1t appears to be highly advantage
GUS to the city of Olympia to have the plans OF
her harbor according to the survey OF the said
Captain Symons, approved by the War Depart
ment at as early date as possible, and further to
assist in defraying the expenses Of the repre-
sentative of said Harbor Line Commission to
Washington D. g. for such purposes; therefore,
The city council OF the city of Olympia do or
dain as follows:
Section l. That the sum of three hundred
dollars is hereby appropriated toward the ex~
penses OF Colonel William f. Pr0sser, chairman
of the Harbor Line Commission of the state OF
Washington, to Washington. D C., to secure an
early approval by the War Department OF plans
for the improvement OF the harbor at Olympia
according to plans submitted by said Captain
Thomas w. Symons, United States engineer.
SeCJl0n 2 That a warrant be drawn on the
general fund in favor OF said William Prosse1
Tor said sum OF three hundred dollars
Section 3. This ordinance shall take effect
and be in force from and after its approval and
publication.
, 1892-03-03
Strength HeaIth.

# you are mot feeling strong and healthy,
try Electric Bitters. IF Ola Grippe" has
ters. This remedy acts directly on Liver,
Stomach and Kidneys, gently aiding those
organs to perform their functions. If you
are afflicted with Sick Headache, you will
find speedy and permanentrelief by taking
Electric Bitters. One trial will convince
you that this is the remedy youneed. Large
bottles only SOC at Mari & Ross, Acme
DRUGSTORE
, 1892-03-03
OIL XNEPIAN BRIEFS.
GOING ON T0NIGHT


KNIGHTS oE PYTHIAs- Odd Fellows Tenn
pie.
Cry Columbia hall.
Talcott Bros window is improved by
beautiful gilt lettering.
If you want good satisfaction in watch
repairing go to Rose & Goddard.
DR.. Kincaid reports the birth Of a
daughter to W. w. Benheimer and wife.
If you want a first-class lunch or dinner,
go to the Argo, 222 Fourth street.
d9tf Heath & SturteYant.
The new residence of Arthur Ellis, on
East Fourth street, is nearing completion.
Get your cigars at Millers on Main
street. j6-tf.
G. Noschka wishes to notify the public
that his spring stockhas arrived. f20-tf
BEEcHAM's PILLS for a bad liver.
One hundred photographs for $1.50
at Rogers the Photographers. Call and
see samples. mar2-3t
, 1892-03-03
Home From the East.

Mrs. Mary NJ. Miller, daughter of Mrs.
o. B. McFadden, is registered at the Olym-
pia. Mrs. Miller was called away nearly
two years ago because Of the serious illness
Of her son Winloch, whose condition is
now so much improved that he is again
pursuing his studies, with his brother PEN
dleton, at Newhayen, where they are TAX
ing an academic course. Both young men
are held in great esteem by their many
friends in Olympia, all Of whom will be
gratified to learn that they expect to return
to Olympia during the summer. Mrs. Mil
Ter, who will remain here, was pleased at
the many Improvements, and the prosper
GUS appearance the city has assumed dur
ing her absence.
, 1892-03-03
TOnr Attention

is called to the arrival Of our new spring
stock consisting of oyer 1000 patterns of the
latest foreign and domestic fabrics. The
supreme elegance of style, fit and work
manship of our manufacture has caused
our trade to increase from year to year.
We carry no ready made clothing and a
pattern is designed for each and every or
der which is preserved for future reference.
Thanking our patrons for past faYors we
beg to remain, yours truly,
MARKS ARNHEIM,
Mammoth tailoring establishment, New
York.
JOHN "A. WOLFE,
Local REPRESENTATIVE
, 1892-03-03
Snohomish Tide Land.

Application has been filed with the su-
preme court asking that peremptory writ
Of mandamus be issued compelling the
state board of equalization and appeal to
fix date for the hearing Of the contest on
the appeal Of ]. H. Wheeler, in relation to
the appraisement Of tide flats Of Snoho-
mish county. The board this afternoon
accepted service,
, 1892-03-03
Is Ill GenaraIIr Knnrrn

That Olympia has a steam laundry that
is fast coming to the frontand is now turn
ing out work which is not excelled in
with the lowest. Cinnamon and one-horse
laundries were not in lit with the City steam
Laundry. Just try it and you'll not
deny it. mi In
, 1892-03-03

"The sooner those city bonds are signed
and forwarded to New York the better for
everybody" said a merchant this morning.
They will circulate $125,OGo now tied up
in warrants, and make money easier all
around. The merchant, banker and laborer
will be alike benefited all around. Stir
them up and don't loose time about it.
, 1892-03-03
Sewer Plans.

Two propositions were received yester-
day from Engineer Miller, of Whatcom, by
Chairman Ward, Of the city council sewer
complete sewer esystem for the city Of
Olympia for $l,C95. If the city desires
him to superintend the construction he
agrees to do so for a reasonable additional
sum. The matter will come up for consid-
Grafton at thecouncil meeting this evening.