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Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

J. H. Hamilton of Columbus is out
as candidate for secretary of state.
On behalf of the voters of Baxter
Springs, Irrespective of party, we Sec
Omd the nomination. Johnny Is one
of the whole souled, liberal minded,
broad gauge Republicans whose pop
ularity is not confined to party or
clique. He is not only popular with
all clauses, but he is thoroughly COM
petent and peculiarly adapted to fill
the Office he seeks.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19
ILL @WIRE, YOU. Sc,
SEE !?

am selling lots Of Fence Wire and
giving the bottom price for cash. A
few parties have gone to other towns
and bought wire believing they were
getting some kind Of superior wire,
but when they compared prices and
quality with mine they found they had
lost from 10 to Is cents hundred and
had the same wire kept by me. Re-
member, / an not undersold by any
body and keep the best wire made.
i j. ERIRLEY.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

The proprietor of this paper has
been requested to state quietly, but
authentically, and at the same time as
artistically as possible, that Mr.. G. W.
Daniels and his cOpartner, Mr.. c. 6.
IIornOr, who have recently been IN the
habit of speaking quite hyperbolically
with regard 10 their ability as a whist
team, were most woefully "dOne up
on Wednesday last by two "scrub'
members of the whist club Messrs.
J. D. Ludlum and j. NJ. Cooper. In
the bout Daniels 81 Co. won u single
game with a total of 80 points, while
Ludlum & Co. won six games with a
total of 81 points.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19
MILLINERY! MILLINERY

Mrs. j. j. and Miss Victoria Osborn
wish to announce to the ladies of Bax-
ter Springs and surrounding country
that they are just opening at the Par
Tor Millinery Store, over Osborn's
grocery, new stock of the latest
Styles aud finest goods in this line ever
brought to Baxter Springs. We have
hats of all styles and shapes and our
specially is low prices. Come and
see us.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Seneca Dispatch: ''There are thou
sands of Negroes in the Indian terri
tory" says Robert r. Stone Of Table
quah, "aDd they are increasing 10
numbers at 4 rate which threatens
eventually 10 overwhelm the Indian
population"
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19
e GIVE US A CALL. e
CHAS. F. NOBLE.
REGISTRATION NOTICE.

Notice is hereby given that the poll
books for the registration of voters for
the year 1892 are now open at my Of
flee in Polster's drug store and will be
closed on Friday, March %, at &
o'clock p. m. All voters in the city
are required to register at least once
each year, beginning the first Monday
In January.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Lyman Coleman aud j. r. Gaba
Just finished an elegant book case OF
secretary, for Ezra Henshaw oi
Bloomington, Ill. It is indeed q
beautiful piece of workmanship AMI
IN point of artistic design and finish
will compare favOrably with anything
of the Kind ever produced In the
Smoker stale.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

We understand there was but
$25.O 900 inusrance on the Joplin flour
mill, so that the loss ia heavy ono to
the owners.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

j. P. McNaughton claims TO have
struck another big lead of jack in one
of the Peoria mines. This report is
confirmed by others and there can be
but little doubt as to the ultimate sue
cess of the Peoria miners.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

George w. BOwles, Sr., q we'll to do
farmer living five miles west OF
Baxter Springs, died at 8 O'Clock P. m.
Wednesday, March 16. He had been
troubled with dropsy and other COM
plications for several years.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19
C. S. McFADDEN, Clerk.

Baxter Springs is noted for its good
boys and girls, but there are a few
young toughs who have dropped in
upon us unawares who need slight
correction from the cold, clamIny
hand of the law-and they are not
dudes either,
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Last Saturday Baxter had the big
gest day for trade in her history. AL
her merchants were happy except one
who lost $I50 in trade by not having
sufficient help to wait OH customers.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19
CITY AND COUNTY NEWS.

You will find the best of Staple and
Fancy Groceries at my store. Also ail
kinds OF Fruits aud Confectionery.
Call and get prices.
HARRY Z. HUMPHREY.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Messrs. Gaba and Coleman ar
turning out some very fine work II
the furniture line. 1t will cOmpar
favorably with any imported machin
made goods,
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Each season has its own peculiar
malady; but with the blood maintain.
ed In q state Of uniform vigor and
purity by the use Of Ayers Sarsapa-
rilla little danger need be feared from
meteorological influences. No other
medicine Is 90 safe aud effective.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

II. II. Curtis has opened up restau
rant and grocery store in the s"utl
room Of what is known as the Invest
ment Co. building.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

S. W. Diffee of Springfield, Mo-, has
rented the Dyer house on Sheridan
avenue and will make bis home In
Baxter Springs. Mr.. Difee is the
Inventor Of an improved soap which
is said to be far ahead of any other
soap made for laundry purposes, and
he contemplStes starting a manufac-
tory here.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19
7. B. M'ELHINBY ( SON!
HEADQUARTERS

FOR
Grass and Garden Seeds OF
all kinds i'll bulk!
Spades, Rakes, Hoes and all
kinds Of Garden Tools!
The purest and best Coal Oil
and Gasoline!
Cooking and Heating Stoves
cheaper than ever!
All the latest patterns of
Gasoline Stoves!
Force Pumps, Chain Pumps,
Wood Pumps Of every
kind and size, and
a general stock
of the best
HARDWARE 4 TINWARE!
Good goods, low prices.
We positively will not be
undersOld by any one i'll
Cherokee County.
T. B. MCKINNEY & SON.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

And now the attention OF the
gossipers is turned to an elderly
bachelor, q stslwart widower and g
buxom widow, all Of Baxter Springs
or near by. 1t will probably end in
wedding cards or fight and perhaps
both,
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

By the time It reached Baxtel
Springs, the great blizzard of Monda!
and tuesday, and which carried des
olation in It's path, was nothing NOR.
than q lovely spring "sugar snow.
We have the climate and no mistake
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

There is not a town in Kansas bu
would be glad TO get the bichloride o
gold institute. Shall we let 1t go!
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

John Doe and Richard Roe, whose
middle names are unknown, were ar
rested by the city marshal the other
day for selling Smyrna rugs without
license. They were fined 20 each
and costs. This Is as 1t should be. We
have no place for street peddlers and
our merchants who pay taxes and
rents will be protected while the pres
ent administration holds out to burn.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

The Pittsburg, Columbus Il Fort
Smith railroad company has petition
ed to have its name changed TO thu
Kansas City, Pittsburg Il Fort Smith
railway company.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19
ESi PLOW SHOES ]

PLOW SHOESi PLOW SHOES!
II you want Plow Shoes 60 to j. M.
Cooper's. They have an elegant line
of all grades. Oil Grain, Kip and
Spring Heel; Mems and Boys. The
largest line ever shown in the city.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

SEED AND EATING POTATOES
Just received, 500 bu. of Iowa Early
Rose and White Neshannocks. Spe'
cial prices to dealers.
CHAs. F. NOBLE,
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

TO ADVERTISE our line of Fish
ing Tackle, Hammocks, new Sporting
Goods, Stationery, etc., just glance in
the handsomest windows in town at
PoLsTER's DRUG STORE.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Two Chetopa gentlemen were In the
city this week looking for homes.
They said they wanted to locate In
some healthy town and the statistics
give Baxter Springs the preference
over any town In the state.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

TEN THOUSAND YARDS of the
most elegant designs and colorings OF
Prints, Ginghams, Cotton Chinas and
Serges ever shown to the people OF
Baxter Springs. The prices speak for
thenselves. j. III. COOPER,
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Weir City is already preparing for
a big fourth of July celebration. The
Tribune says: ait Is Weir CitY's time
10 have q big celebration this year, and
we want all the neighboring towns to
come over and see it done" We are
in faver of celebrating on every occa-
sion and seldom miss fourth Of July
If It is within reach.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Rev. j. C. Geach Of Fort Scott will
preach at the Presbyterian church
Sunday, March 90, at IL q. m. Sun
day school ut usual hour.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Our Spring Carpets are here. Call
and see them before buying. Prices
lower than ever. A. d. c. HARVEY.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Our Spring Clothing is in and mon
ey out, SO come early aud make your
selections before the stock Is broken.
J. NJ. COOPER.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

JIM. English s. Co. pay the highest
prices for Hides and Pelts.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Buy Your Groceries of Chas. F. No
bic. They are the choicest in the city.
CHAs. +. NOBLE.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

The best gloves for the least money
in Baxter or surrounding towns d
J.J. OsBoKK'S.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Arbor day has never been observed
In Baxter Springs with one exception.
About seven years ago Alderman Hi
ncr infused enough patriotism into
our people to induce them to sharpen
u few live sprouts and drive them into
the ground. A fow of them lived 10
bear fruit, but most Of them disap-
pearcd Thursday, April 7th, has been
duly appointed "Arbor day" We
suggest that all our citizens set out a
few trees. II requires but little trou-
ble and no expense and would add
greatly to the beauty Of our city in
few years. We have the advantage of
prairie towns as nice hard wood trees
can be obtained in the woods for moth.
ing, and those who do not wish 10 Zig
them themselves can afford employ
ment to those who will. Let us not
forget Arbor day this year and may
the spirit of uncle Bob Hincr abide
with us-until we can do better.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

A medical institute with an average
of 100 patients would benefit every
business man in town, fill all the
hotels and boarding houses and en-
hance the value of all city property.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Calico, Worsteds, Gingbams, Yarns
and other dry goods ALL New and
very cheap at j. j. OsBORN's.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

We now have the largest and best
assorted slock of goods we have ever
clrried In Baxter Springs, and we are
sslIlng more goods at closer margins
tkan ever before. J. j. OSBORN.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19
J. B. OPPERMAN,
Baxter Springs, Kansas.

A choice line of Spring Clothing
just received at COoper's. Styles and
prices cannot be beaten.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

nE nm of the finest Havana long
HJ,UUU filler 10c Cigars in the
county at Polsier's Drug Store, which
will be retailed at only &c each. Try
a Sensation" and be convinced.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

A large line of two-piece suits just
received. All styles and prices.
!. NJ. COOPER.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19
pIEASE DON'T DIE

Until you have examined the new
Diamond Dyes-NEw SHADES and
CoLoRs-2j00 packages just reed
AT P0LsTER's DRUG STORE.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

"Old Honesty" and "John McCul-
Tough" cigars at postOffice, Melrose, KS
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Is there a property owner or citizen
who does not favor the medical in-
stitute proposition?
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Register now. The books close In
less than q week.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

See the best Kersey Pants at Coop
er's ever made for the price; $3.50
will ketch 'em.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Services at the Christian church OF
Sunday morning and evening by Elde
ID, NJ, Harris.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

FAT CALVES WANTED!
At best prices in cash. Poor ones moi
wanted. j. A. SOUR.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

J.J. Osborn has just received new
line Of strictly fresh Candies.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

CAPITO'S CITY BAKERY.
Fresh bread, cakes, pies, ETC., every
day. Lunch, cigars, tobacco, nuts
and fruits In season.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

If you want Cook Stove and ono
that gives satisfaction every time 60 to
J. !, FRIBLEY.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Desirable residence lots in Baxter
Springs for $40 to $50. c. W. DANIELS.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

We have full stock of queensware
cheap. ]. j. OSBORN.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

For the best Michigan Salt 60 to
- ], ], OSBORN.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

New line of OveralIs, Jeans Pants,
Work Shirts, Calicoes, ETC., very cheap
AZ j. j. OsBORN's.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

BEST ON EARTH!
The Davis Vertical Feed
Sewing Machine. Sole
agent for Baxter Spr'gs.
JOHN M. COOPER.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

The Rev. Harris has rented the Nor
rison residence on River street.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

CHICKENSl Highest cash prices
DUCKS paid at all times by
GEESE J. A. SOUR,
TURKEYS The Popular Butcher,
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Look out! The registration books
close next Friday evening.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Choice Green Fruits always on hand
al Chas. +. Mobiles.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

For spot cash we will meet and go
below any prices In this city.
CHAs. +. NOBLE.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Baxter Springs will have a lawn
tennis club this summer.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

A. E. IIaish has moved into IL
Dickie house on Council street, g.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Rev. Frank W. Quo will preach at
the NJ. L. church Sunday evening at
7: 80 O'Clock.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

]. b. Ludlum has rented Col
March's residence on River street.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Subscriptions taken for all the
weekly aud daily papers at the Post
Office Book Store.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

More Groceries for one dollar at
Chas. F. Mobiles than any other place
in town.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Buy your supplies at
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Tho very best Garden Seeds grown
are for sale bv J. j. FRIBLEY.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

C. w. Daniels bought 10 lots u
Griswold & Hawks addition ihi'
week.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

One hundred pairs odd pants going
at bargain this week at CUoper's.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Mems and Boys Plow Shoes fine
line q J. J. OsDoRN's
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

The celebrated ''Olds" Wagon-the
hest lnade-at j. j. FRIBLEY's.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

We have just received an elegant
line of Rockers. Call and get your
choice. A. d. G. HARVEY.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19
CHICKENS. TURKEYS

AND VEAL CALVES WANTEDi
Highest prices paid In cash by
j, NJ. EHaIIsH & Co.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Canned Lobster II, Chas. +. Mobiles.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19
CANDIESI CANDIESl

CANUIEDI OANO1IO1
We carry q full stock Of w. A
Mount & Cos. best candies.
J,J. OSBORN.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19
20 Our CURToHERs

We will meet any prices made on
goods in our line in this city or In any
Of The neighb0ring towns.
J.J. OSBORN, The Grocer.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

The assessors have all been busy the
past week listing property for taxa
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19
City election Tuesday, April A.

We must not fail on the institute.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Flour and Esed at c.. +. NOble's.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Only q few days more In which to
register. Look out or you will lose Il
vnta
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Hicks's almanac should be read up
side down when applied to Baxter
Springs. The terrible storms we were
to have all went to Nebraska, New
York and other states. A little furry
Of snow now and then with few soft,
mild sprinkles, one heavy rain storm
with many bright sunshiny days,
comprise the weather for the winter
Of 1892 for Baxter Springs. We have
missed all the iornadoes, blizzards, cy-
clones and earthquakes that were pre-
dicied by Mr.. Hicks, and aside from u
few social scandals Of a mild nature
we have passed serene and pleasant
winter. Hicks is several degrees of
his latitude when he predicts weather
for Baxter Springs.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1892-03-19

Saint Patrick's day, the biggest hol-
iday of the year IN northern cities, was
scarcely observed IN Baxter Springs:
The Y. NJ. G. A. held an afternoon
session with Len Brewster in the chair
and the usual exercises were carried
out, but there was 10 parade or at
tempt at display and the streets were
as quiet as on an ordinary week day.
In the evening Jim O'llarmon, Linn
Willis and Capt. Kennedy tried To stir
up q little patriotic enthusiasm by
shooting off some second hand fire.
works, but it was dead failure. Tho
fact ia snakes are about as scarce in
Kansas as they are in Ireland, aud
since the prohibitory law was enacted
there has been no urgent demand for
the services of the great reptile killing
saint, and besides it requires some-
thing more than an ordinary saint TO
get up a procession in Baxter.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1892-09-15
The track in Southwestern Wisconsin.
Saturday
Thursday,

wngvillle-A G vanBnren s. J streeter. Jno
Brecker, Brayer absent: TJ Davis. Georse
Schrei u
Hazel Green-Ias Harvey 2 j Byines Chas
Doyle. L Gin'z, Larkin. absent: Thos Barring
an-6
Mt Hooe-John Lawless, John Rafferty,, Ted
Schreirer-3
Jonash Halsted, VIM Renoids, absent Casper
Keischbanm. K Kei-rt UNI
WyalusiEg: Kelar Jas Day, l steg-
mar. A be Key
Smelser: Arthur DOYLE. John Welsh Henry
Stokes, Chris Kener VIM Murray, Drnt-6
Mt IGa: Il smith :. A O'BrieG, Thos Edge.
absent: Rector
Woo4man: Jas Mooney. Jas Holister-2
Watterstown " a Wall. John Boris
Glen Haven: Hehry kuenster, d Ryan.
David Powers, Tlmmesch4
Harrison: Chris Wurderin, Y Savage
Paris: Jacob Glaler2. John Splinter, Henry
Busch--4
Waterloo: John Duncan, Jeffas, Robt Glen
Patch grove: ? Mcnamara A II Patch. John
Thompson
Clifton: Edgar Rundell 3. J II Rnnkle ab.
sent: Vim Livingston. August Sandeman-4
Fennimore: Geo Kruell Chris Him, II Fin
negan. Peter Gunderson. Lee Duncan, Frank
Parus-6
Hickory Grove: Geo Jackson :, Herbut Aus
Bloomington: II Martin. VIM Pohl, II K
Pitts. E Mcnamara, viii Paterson--5
While the committee on credentials
was preparing the report, speech by
T. l.. Cleary was listened to, and q
committee of five on resolutions report
ed endorsing the democratic county
officers, and also the state and national
tickets which resolutions were adopted.
H II. Virgen then read tha report of
~ II, NJ,
was ratified by the convention, and
nominations for sheriff followed.
The name Of Herman Grimm, was
placed before the convention by Mr..
Sneclode, AMI the names OF Juo. +.
Campbell, Tim Mur.ey, Ira w. Girls
void, VIM. Chandler and John Carey,
were also place before the convention
On informal ballot Mr.. Grimm received
10 votes. Murlal p, Campbell 80.
Chandler Il, GrisWaIa and Carey 10.
TIE first formal ballot resulted H.
follows.
Grimm So Mur.4g % Clmp5elt ii
Caaad er 3 Carey y Gri,woId
scattering
i nai RS not bong yotd, D. u c
iiu as declared and convention pro
Il. did oo.Ilot 4gsin win TIE following
Grimm = uua-y II Campbell )
& s.dtsr 5 Grl,wod
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1892-09-15

destructive electric, wind hail and
rainstorm of years visited this vicinity
early Saturday morning. 1t traversed
the greater portion of the county,
spending its fury few miles north of
this city. and worked incaculable dam
age to tobacco and corn fields. over
forty acres Of tobacco immediately
around Madison were totally destroyed.
the wind and hail completely
stripping the leaves from the stocks.
Much Of the crop had been harvested,
but many farmers lose their all The
ground was white with pieces of hail,
many Of which measured an inch in
diameter. The loss will aggre-
gate nearly 81, 600 600 Dead spar
rows covered the ground. Fruit and
vegetables were also damaged to a
great extent, apples on trees being cut
to pieces and watermelons cracked
open, In this city an extensive brick
wall, 81 by IS feet, new addition to
the city gas works, vas blown down,
and many shade trees ruined. Hay
stacks and buildings were set on fire
by lightning and the thunder and light
ming were terrific, surprising all pre-
vious experience here.
KILLED BY LIGHTNING.
Ia Crosse, Wis, Sept II. During a
heavy storm Friday night three vaua-
BILE horses were killed in pasture east
Of the city At West Salem, IL miles
cast, G. G. Hitcheocll's barn was struck
BIZ lightning, sixty tons Of roy burned
with loss Of ~, 900, the in