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Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
Navarro Nuggets.

NAVARRO, Jan. 20. The thermome.
ter indicated four degrees colder this
morning than at any time before this
year.
The Belle Springs creamery men in
tend going TO Dillon this week to Oil
the ice house at their creamery at that
place.
Newton COBB, from Hayes township,
has been here for a few days visiting
old friends. Mr.. Cobb was one Of the
men who settled In this part Of the
county in 1871 and owned the farm
now occupied by Eli Hoffman; selling
his farm here about thirteen years ago
he has made comfortable home In
Hayes township,
Robert and Maggie Gaffney, Henry
Wagner and u. w. Coleman attended
the institute at Hope last Saturday.
They reports pleasant time, the lee
ture by Prof. Taylor of Emporia in the
evening being very much enjoyed by
all.
ID. b. Horton will shell corn Wed.
nesday and finds ready sale for it foI
seeding In this county.
Brookside coal is becoming very
popular IN this vicinity. We believe
there is more Of that kind used here
than all other kinds.
Some of the farmers are still hauling
water for their stock, not having sue.
ceeded in getting the water pipes
thawed out yet.
Many of the once beautiful house
plants have been moved to the cellars
not being things Of beauty any longer
The farmers around here think that
the man who invented felt boots should
be granted pension for having pro
vided them the means Of keepinl
comfortable while at work during tn,
| late cold weather.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
Pears
Soap

To keep the skin clean
is to wash the excretions
from it off; the skin takes
care of itself inside, if not
blocked outside.
To wash it often and
clean, without doing any
sort of violence to it, re-
quires a most gentle soap,
a soap with no free al
kali in it.
Pears is supposed to
be the only soap in the
world that has no alkali
in it.
All sorts of stores sell
it, especially druggists;
all sorts of people use it.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
NEWS NOTES.

Anarchists in the province OF Malaga,
Spain, threaten several towns. Troops
are on duty.
Influenza has resumed Its maligu
sway 10 Europe. 1t is especially viru-
lent in Paris
James White, a sailor at San Francis.
co, reports shameful piracy in the
southern Pacific.
Minister Constants has declined M.
Lauer's cha lenge to duel rs the re
suit Of the blow in the French cham
Der OF deputies on the ground thai
Lauer waited too long.
United States Senator Charles Glib
son, appointed bv Gov. Jackson, Of
Maryland, u fill the vacancy caused by
the death OF 5 nat n Wilson, was elect
ed on the 2i,t by the almost unanimoui
vote OF the dcmocra ic party
Just C, u n tie OF the United states
supreme court, who has bcc7 i'll tot
some time past, was reported on th'
2lst a. Sinking rapidly lie was ap
plinte 70 he su.r,me tie ch in 1870
For nearly three years he IA been II
AID has rare Y hccl able to occu2r hi
Spat
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
Solomon Salt,

The Sentinel has the following re
garding u reopeniDg OF the salt Indus
try Mt Solomon:
The new well ut the salt works has
been for the past two weeks pumpil < n
brine which shows by the saltOmc,eT
90 degrees. This gives more Than
double the percentage Of salt when
eVaporatcd that the old well did. This
has induced the proprietor, Hon. j. j,
Talbot, to arrange for the boring Of
two additional wells and extending the
capacity Of his salt works, which pro-
duce the finest salt on earth. The
manager. j. s. Wimsatt, Is much el 1t
ed Mt the contemplated improvements.
ns he has had nm abiding faith in these
works over twenty years, through good
and through evil report,
Solomon has vast possibilities in
salt making. with the capital to push
II that has been devoted to other less
valuable locations 1t would exceed
Hutchinson in extent and value Of its
productions. The Solomon solar salt
is as pure AZ any ever produced and
someday the wells will be properly
developed.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
How TO CT Thin,

The only safe aud reliable treatment
for obesity Tor superiluous fat) is the
"Leverret,e" obesity pills which grad
ually reduce the weight aud measure
ment. No injury or inconvenience
leaves no wrinkles-acts by absorp-
ton.
This cure is founded upon the most
scientific principles. aud has been used
by one OF tue mos eminent physicians
OF Europe in his private practice "for
i've years" with the most gratifying
results.
Mr.. Henry Perkins, 30 Union Park
Boston, writes: From the use of the
'Leverotte' obesity pills my weight
has been reduced ten pounds in three
weeks and my general health is very
much improved, The principles of
your treatment are fully endorsed by
my family physician. In proof of my
gratitude herewith give you permits
sion to use my name il you desire to
do 80"
Price 50 90 per package or three
packages for $500 by registered mail
All orders supplied you direct from
our Office. The Leverette Specific Co.,
800 Washington street, Boston, Mass
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
MULE MARKET scoRcHEo.
Three Hundred Mules and sixteen Horse
nurnaH


Three Hundred Mules and sixteen Horses
Burned.
KANSAS CITY, Kan, Jan. 22.-TLree
hundred mules and sixteen horses were
burned Ia n FIRE at Sparks Bros mule
market Eighteenth and Bell streets,
this morning. The fire started in a
haymow shortly after 2 o'clock, from
what cause Is not known, and was
soon beyond control The stables oc-
cupy two acres and are owned by
the stock yards company and were
rented by Sparks Bros about year
ago The sheds extend from Bell TO
Gcnesee street on Eighteenth street
Sparks Bros. are accustomed 10 keep
ON hand from 200 TO 500 mules, confined
about a carload 10 each shed. At the
time Of the fire there were $40 mules in
the stables. OF these but seventy-four
were gotten out alive. At 0 o'clock
this morning blazing carcasses OF
mules were piled up ali over the two
acres on which the stables mad stood,
sickening reminders Of somebody's
carelessness.
Besides the mules Sparks Bros. lost
fourteen horses; A. c. Millimau lost a
trotter valued at s40O, and man named
Wood stallion worth 81 200. There
were also in the barn several carriages
and other vehicles, making the total
loss between S35, 900 and $4,000
The statements Of the men who were
asleep in the barn TO the effect that the
fire began in the hay NOW are contra
dicted by those Of police officers, who
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
Oregon, Washington and the North
west Pacific Coast,

The constant demand of the travel
ing public TO the far west for COM
Portable and at the same time an econ
omical mode of travelling, has led to
the establishment of what Is known as
Pullman Colonist sleepers.
These cars are built on the same
general plan as the regular first class
Pullman sleeper, the only difference
being is that they are not upholstered.
They are furnished complete with
good comfortable hair mattresses,
warm blankets, snow white linen,
curtains, plenty of towels, combs,
brushes, ETC., which secure to the
occupant of birth as much privacy as
is to be had in frst-class sleepers,
There are also separate toilet rooms for
ladies and gentlemen, and smoking ia
absolutely prohibited. For full In.
formation send for Pullman Col0nist
Sleeper leaflet. Il. l., Lomax, general
passenger and ticket agent, Omaha.
Neb.
n. =, FTTzGBBoN,
Agent U. z. System Abilene.
Mch !, % W 60
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
A Mothers Mistake.

Mothers frequently make a mistake
In negecting the cough of child,
A Fort Wayne, Ind, lady writes My
little daughter years old had severe
cough but as 1t was nothing unusual |
thought nothing Of 1t, aud allowed II
TO run ON for or weeks, when 1t be-
came 30 obstinate she began losing
flesh. called in a physician who
treated her three weeks without bene
1T. A neighbor insisted upon my uy-
ing Billiards. hOrehOuLd syrup; II
relieved her from the llirst dose and she
began gaining rapidly. When we had
used two bottles her cough had entirely
disappeared. would not be without
II. 1t does not constipate my children.
Ballads horehound syrup is free from
opiates. Its the best soothing throat
and lung medicine In the world. Price
soc. and Sl.00.
Sold by @. L. Northcraft & Co;
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
II the MAJORITY

Or people were not troubled with con-
sllpatlon the more complicated diseases
would DO comparatively unknown.
Hamburg Figs are prepared ~ cure
constipation. Thousands who nave
used them attest their merits. iieing
composed of fruits and vegetables,
Hamburg Figs are natures assistant
and 50 perfectly harmless that their
continued use can have only the most
beneficial effect. II feveTish OF
troubled with foul breath, Hamburg
Figs should be taken at once. They
relieve the disoTdered stomach, stop
the fever and make the breath sweet
and pure. Hamburg Figs are the
family medicine par excellence and are
always reliable. AT j. NJ. Gleissner
sells them at 25 cents box. Dose,
one llg,
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
DAYLIGHT ROBBERY.
Burglarious Tramps at Hope Quickly
Nnnhnrah


Captured.
The little city Of Hope had lively
affair with come tramps yesterday
afternoon and 1t ended most satlsfact-
orily for the law abiding citizens.
Mrs. Il. ID. Miles going to the bank
drew SOL intending to use 1t to go to
her husband in Chicago. II is supposed
that she was followed home, for few
moments after she had entered the
house tramp called and asked Tor
something to eat. Mrs. Miles had
stepped out, leaving the money on the
table. The girl who answered the
tramp's knock went to the kitchen to
get him some food, The tramp en-
tered the house and Selling the pocket
book fed. The alarm was at once
given and in o short time determined
body Of men was hunting for the rob.
Der.
1t appeared that the tramp was one
OF party Of five who Immediately
after the deed started of northward
up the Santa Fe track. A party took
handcar and pursued them. Soon
the gang came In sight and when the
pursuers were seen the money was
hidden and the men started across the
fields.
The five were captured but one lav-
ing told on his pals aud shown where
the money was hidden was turned
loose. lie came on north ard today
was captured Ia this city by Sheriff
Smith. lie rests in jail here, while
the other four including the origina
thief are confined Mt Hope. 1t was q
bold deed but was quickly and salts
factorily ended. The money was al
recovered and those implicated cap
| tuTpu
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28

No healthy person need fear any
dangerous consequences from an at
tack OF la grippe If properly treated.
1t is much thesame as n severe cold
and requires precisely the same treat
ment. Remain quietly ut home and
take Chalnberlain's Cough Remedy AZ
directed for a severe cold aud prompt
and complete recovery Is sure to follow.
This remedy also counteracts any ten
dency OF Ia grippe to result in pneumo.
mia. Among the many thousands who
have used II during the epidemics Of
the past two years we haye yet TO learn
OF single case that has not recovered
or that has resulted in pneumonia. pa
and so cent bottles for sale by w. Z.
Gulick.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
The Greatest Strike.

Among the great strikes that Of DR.,
Miles in discovering his New Heart
Cure has proven itself to be one of the
most important. The demand for II
has become astonishing. Already the
treatment Of heart disease is being
revolutionized and many unexpected
cures Effected, 1t soon relieves short
breath, iluttering, pains In side, arm,
shoulder, weak and hungry spells,
oppression, swelling of ankles, smooth
ering and heart dropsy, Dr. Miles
book on heart and nervous diseases,
free. The unequalled New Heart Cure
is sold and guaranteed by J, NJ. Gleiss
ner, also his Restorative Nervine foI
headache, fits, sprees, hot flashes
chills, opium habit, etc.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
1n.ersstinp Endeavor Services.

The meeting Of the Union Y. Z. 5.
G. l.. at the NJ l.. church last evening
was much enjoyed by the large audi
ence Of young people present. The
10 by Miss Emily Merrill WIS ron.
dered in very credtable manner even
for one possessed Of a fine voice like
hers and was much appreciated,
The duet by Misses Peters and
shafIer was well received. The bible
reading by Mr.. Sherman dealt with the
characteristics Of a true soldier and
was forcible and full Of valuable sng-
gestions. These meetings having
proven so interesting and profitable
will be held bi.monthly during the
ypar
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
Baby cried,
Mother sighed,
Doctor prescribed Castoria |
Will Be Given Away.

Our enterprising druggist j. NJ.
Gleissner who carries the finest stock
of drugs, perfumeries, toilet articles,
brushes, sponges, ETC., are giving away
a large number of trial bottles of DR..
Miles celebrated Restorative Nelvine.
They guarantee 1t to cure headache,
dizziness, nervous prostitution, sleep
lessness, the i'll effects of spirits,
tobacco, coffee, etc, Druggists say 1t
is the greatest seller they ever knew,
and is universally satisfactory. They
also guarantee DR.. Miles New Heart
Cure in all cases of nervous or organic
heart disease, palpitation, pain in side.
smothering, etc, Fine book on "Ner.
vous and Heart Diseases" free.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
A Leader.

Since its first introduction Electric
Bitters has gained iu popular favor
rapidly until II now is clearly in the
lead among pure medicinal tones and
Understandings nothing which
permits its use as beverage or intox.
icant, II recognized as the best and
purest medicine Tor all ailments Of
stomach, liver or kidneys. 1t will
cure headache, indigestion, constipa.
ton and drive malaria from the
system. Satisfaction guaranteed with
each bottle or money refunded. Price
only 80 cents per bottle. Sold by j..
NJ. Glessner.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
A Newspaper Change.

For some time the two papers ut
Hope have divided patronage which
was sufficient only for the support OF
one. This week there has taken place
a consolidation, the Herald being pur-
chased by NJ. G. IIemenway, publisher
of the Dispatch. There is now but
one paper, the Dispatch Herald, with
IIemenway at the helm. II Is
staunchly republican, has widea"ake
editor and good field. It will prove
one of the best papers in this part Of
the state. George Burroughs, formerly
of the Herald, remains in Hope until
he finds another newspaper opening.
The REFLECTOR congratulates the
Dispatch Herald and wishes 1t much
prosperity.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
We Heartily Recommend

The new route to Utah and northern
California, via A. I. & S. f. and Colo.
RADIO Midland, because: 1t is pictur.
esque; 1t is quick; It is always on time;
you see Colorado by daylight; the new
fast schedule allows two hours fol
sight seeing at Manitou; two daily
passenger trains each way; palace
sleepers to Ogden, connecting Southern
Pacific for San Francisco. We also
recommend the Santa Fe route through
New Mexico and Arizona to Los
Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco
as direct and pleasant line for winter
travel. Excursion tickets may be
bought going one line and returning
the other, 1857
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
Will Be Given Away.

Our enterprlseing druggist, John M.
Glelssner, who carries the finest stock
OF drugs, periumerles, toilet articles
brushes spOnges, etc, are giving away
"a large number OF trial bottles OF Dr.
Miles celebrated Restorative Nervine,
lie guarantees IT TO cure headache
dizziness, nervous prostration, sleep,
lessness, the Ill effects OF spirits, tobac
co, coffee, etc. Druggists say 1t is thu
greatest seller they ever knew and il
universally satisfactory. They alsC
guarantee DR., Miles New Heart Cure
In all cases of nervous or organic heart
disease, palpitation, pain in side
smothering, etc. Fine book on "Nerv
Gus and Heart Diseases" free.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
Billiards. Snow Liniment.

This liniment is different in compo.
sition from any other IMMINENT ON the
market, II Is scientific discovery,
which results in its being the most
penetrating liniment ever known.
There are numerous white limitations,
which may be recommended because
they pay the seller greater profit,
Beware of these and demand Ballard's
snow liniment II positively cures
rheumatism, neuralgia, cuts, sprains
bruises, wounds, sciatic and init una
tory rheumatism, burns, scabs, sore
feet, contracted muscle, stiff joints,
old sores, pain in bsck, barb wire cuts
sore chest or throat and especially
beneficial in paralysis. Sold by @, T.
Northcraft & Co.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
Guaranteed Cnra.

We authorize our advertised druggist
TO sell DR.. Kings New Discovery fol
consumption, coughs and colds upon
this condition. II you are afflicted
with a cough, cold or any lung, throat
or chest trouble and will use thi,
remedy as directed, giving 1t a fail
trial, and experience no benefit, you
may return the bottle and have the
money refunded. We could not make
this offer did we not know that DR.
Kings New Discovery could be relied
upon. 1t never disappoints. TrlaI
bottles free at j. NJ. Gleissner's drug
store. Large size so cents aud 81 90.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
Abilene National Bank ofIicers.

The stockholders Of the Abilene
National bank elected directors for the
ensuing year at the annual meeting
yesterday afternoon. The following
were selected: g. II. Barker, j. s. llol-
linger, Il. ID. Humphrey, James
Strachan, Frederick Robe, y, X.
Perry, +. l.. Parker. The Abilene
National has steadily increased in
prosperity and standing since its organ.
izatiOn Intil II ranks now among the
best banking houses in Kansas. Its
resources are not only practically un-
limited but 1t has corps Of careful
and conservative officers whose man
agement is such as to inspire confidence
with ALL The banks latest statement
shows nearly $4,000 in deposits and
abundant resources to meet all de-
mauds. Abilene is proud Of the
Abilene National. 1t is one uf her
staunch business houses, and one which
has an enviable reputation abroad as
well AS at home.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
An Old Settler Taken.

One of south Diokinson's oldest
residents, Mr.. NJ. S. Cooley, died after
brief illness last night at his home
near Elmo, Banner township. lie
settled In south Dickinson rs years ago
and has been one of the leading
farmers there since. lie came
from Michigan to this state. lie
was 80 years Of age aud leaves wife
and seven children to mourn his
decease. Six Of the children live in
this state and one in Missouri. Four
are still at home. Mr.. Cooley was a
brother of Mrs ID. NJ. Melrilield aud
had many acquaintance m this city.
The funeral services will be held at
the Elmo church tomorrow at p. m;
interinent in the Elmo cemetery.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
Successful Always.

Why Is cubeb cough cure called the
one minute remedy The following
from Harry Elliott, Vice President OF
State Insurance Company, Des Moines,
explains his first experience. His
wife recently became so hoarse from
a severe cold she could not speak above
a whisper. One dose of the cubeb
cough remedy afforded great relief
and few doses removed the hoarse.
ness entirely. He also says his chill
dren have never been 30 free from
coughs and colds as they have been
since he keeps cubeb cough cure in the
house. Sold by @. Il. NOrthcraft & Co,
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
Tho Formulation of Ahilene

Is about $500 aud We would say at
least one half are troubled with some
affection on the throat and lungs as
those complaints are, according to
statistics, more numerous than others.
We would advise all our readers not to
neglect the opportunity to call on their
druggist and get a bottle Of Kemp's
Balsam for the throat and lungs. Trial
size free. Large hotties soc and 81 90.
Sold by all druggists.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1892-01-28
RECENT REFLECTIONS.

m mhIihBo hCeuSo noo Bi"h'Nu
to VIM. Forney, Abilene, and Emma
Miller, Industry.
The Abilene democrats are dis
appointed at the national convention
Of their party being in Chicago. They
hoped 1t wonld be in Kansas City 80
that all could go easily.
DIR. Bergstresser will remove his
dental office TO the old Y. NJ. g. A.
rooms at once. The rooms are not
only well located but are one Of the
handsomest Office suites in the city.
Harrington is elated over the
selection Of that place as the location
of the Fifth district congressional
convention. To be sure the nominee
OF the meeting will not be elected but
1t will be fun naming him.
Case s. Bishop have adopted what
will prove taking feature. Hot coffee
and cocoa will be served free to all
customers every Saturday during the
utAI Din NNthNs uflt VIII bN Nv
excuse for anyone patronizng the
joints on Saturday the remainder of
the winter.
The Salina paper mill Is reported
a. running on full time and the propri-
etors are paying the farmers good
prices for straw. This pays. There
has been enough straw burned up In
Dickinson county to make our farmers
rich could 1t have been utilized. There
should be paper mill in this county.
The County Sunday school worker
has Issued an address In which he says
of the past years work: "There have
been ten schools organized with 80
teachers, 2G7 scholars; 80 schools al.
dressed and visited with $50 teachers,
1899 scholars; 4,l79 miles Travelled;
li5 addresses delivered; 90 conventions
assisted in and arranged; "a schools
revisited"
And now north Dickinson Is dis.
satisfied with our elegant superintend.
ent's manners. The Manchester Sun
says: at Is quite edfying for a county
superintendent To get up before q
school, pass his hand over his abdomen
stick his finger down his throat and
say that he was in no condition to talh
as he felt hollow. II looks as though
his intellect was located In the lower
instead Of this upper story"
The following from the Kansal
City Star will be Of interest to Abileu,
readers even though 1t may be mer,
fiction: "IlenIy n. Farey, well know
TO the earlier generation of Kansa
printers, and his wife aud James W
Hart, formerly Of the Abilene Chron
icle, are active members Of the Saliva
tion Army In Pasadena, Cal. Farey'
early training rs locker up Of form
should make him a power with TN
big bass drum
The REFLECTOR gave from TN
dispatches the other day the repOr
that new postmaster had beer
appointed ut Woodbino. We are glat
to learn from the Herlhgton Time
that 1t was u mistake. The Timei
says: "The reported change In tn
Wocdbine post Office is all mistake
Postmaster Gillett is too popular
man to begin with, for the people o
that little burg to ask for u change
Besides IL is not presidential oilic,
nor does any such man as was men
toned in the dispatches live there
II evidently means some other town.