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Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07
Some Ancient History.

The Fifth istrict papers are having
friendly controversy over the resolu
ton introduced into the Republican
convention at Clay Center, Aug. q
1890, when Col. WIN. A. Phillips was
nominated for congress, absolving tie
nominee from obeylng the party eau
Gus. A writer in tue Marshall County
News give, this history Of IT,
Mr.. j. Hole delegate from Wash
lngton county promptly moved that the
resolution be- laid ON the table. w. ii.
smith of Marshall county seconded
tue motion aud spoke against The Ie-
solution aud the vote to lay II on the
table was carried by large majority.
After the nomination OF Col W. A.
Phillips had been made he was called
To the platform To address The conven.
ion. when he appeared he had the
resolution IN his hard and stated o.
the convention that he WIS its author
and that he had modified IL in some
respects aud desired to have 1t pre-
scented again and hoped that II would
bs adopted. He read It to the cOnven
Lion aud handed l. down from the
platform To delegate ON the floor who
again introduced 1t and moved its
adoption. Hole again moved rs AZ
amendment that II be laid I'm the
able, and Smith seconded the amend
ment. After some dlscnssion the qu"s-
ton was put and carried unanimously
The News IL mistaken The resolu
tion was introduced by W. II. Bishop.
OF Salina, IN the morning and voted
down. But in the afternoon WHEN Col
Phillips asked It's adoption after he
had been nominated II WAS adopted
II was frequently commented ON dur
ing the campaign ard afterwerd nnt
no one that we ever learned denied thu
adoption Of the resolution until in th'
issue of the News referred TO above. l
was bad piece Of politics hut Wal
clrried ont simply because Of Difference
to Col. Phillips personal wishes.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07
Confidence O ming Back.

General Agent Snow Of the Msssa'
chusetts Mutual Lita Insurance com
pany, who has charge OF the business
Of that company In the west with
headquarters in Topeka, sta,esto thu
Capital, that since the elections his
company is renewing maturing and
unpaid mortg ges freely at o pr cent
MIR. Snow adds that Mr. Edgerly OF
springfield, Mass, president of the
company, recently informed him that
interest on the compiny's mortgage
in Kansas are paid more promptly ~ d
regularly than any other State in the
Union
The Massachusetts Mutual has 81,
500, 900 in Kansas mortgages Rn1 its
confidence in the State, which was
shattered by Populist supremacy, hos
been greatly strengthened by the late
elections.
What Mr. Snow says Of his company
Is generally echoed among eastern in
vestors. Kansas has been quietly pay
lug interest aud principal for foul
years, and 1t is the opinion of investors
universally that II only needs the an
Inhalation OF Popull-m to become or
OF the best fields for safe inves men
In The country.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07
The Mehsage.

President Clrveltnds message TO
congress is Of far less interest than 1t
was expected to b.. 50 much Of the
ground 1t covers had been covered
before IN the various correspondence
aud talk that have gone cut of tie
executive mansion that little remained
to be said. Cleveland has too decided
upon an excursion train style OF docu-
ment and the second section will not
arrive until after the news from Ha-
wail gets In by steamer.
The usual stock phrases regarding
he foreign relations being pleasant,
Queen LII included, appear eaIlv IN
he struggle. Grover still stands by
the worthless monarchy at Sandwich
Islands and reiterates his dsgraceful
position in favor Of restoring the queen
to her throne.
IL will be interesting to the old sol
diers that he attempts to bolster up the
infamous ruling, OF IIoke Smith Ia
,uspending pensions right and left,
regardless OF the claims Of the pension
srs.
The purely departmental affairs are
hurried through the mill, f0llo~ine
the recommendation Of the cabinet
officers.
1t Ia when tariff reform is reached
hat Cleveland strikes his best gait.
lie declares that It Ia the one imp ut
ant thing now before the nation aud
dives hi4 endorsement to the Wilson
oil, rsgardles4of the fact that II is
neither free trade, taun ufolm nor
protection measure, senseless in.
furious bill which will ref ct neither
credit nor honor upon the nation.
The message is throughout character
stic Of Cleveland. II all its recon
mendaiions are carried out by the
present administration, IL mea ms over.
whelming victory for Republcanism
IN 1894 and 1895
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

TOPEKA, Kan, Dec. 6-There was a
very small attendance at the meeting
Of the gulf and Interstate railroad con-
gress, which convened here in pursu-
ance Of the arrangement made at the
convention held in Lincoln, Neo., in
June Of this year
In calling the convention to order,
President f. j. Close, of Kansas, made
an address, in which he reviewed the
action heretofore taken, the benefits to
be derived from the proposed North
q South railroad and the plans sug-
gested for it, accomplishment lie also
incorporated in his address lengthy
statement from T.. b. Maxson, one OF
the railroad commissioners of Kansas,
In which statistics were given OF the
products of the several states through
which the proposed road is to be con-
structed, the cost of transportation and
other details connected with the pro-
posed line from Dakota TO the gulf
At the conclusion of the presidents
address the delegates proceeded to dis
cuss the ways and means for building
/ the road.
A letter was presented from j. T..
Bruce, an attorney, of Emporia, Kan.
expressing interest in the new road and
stating that he had conversed with u
number of men in Lyon county who
would be willing to furnish sufficient
money to build at least 80 miles as n
starter and trust to the practica bility
and feasibility of The scheme for their
assurance of profit
] lknh Of
Alonzo Wardall, of North Dakota, and
H. A. keefer, of Kansas City, Mo, gave
their views regarding the necessities
for the line and the possibilities of com
plotting IT,
Engineer John Magill, representing
the Corpus Christi and Padre Island
Outer Pier harbor, of which Gen. Her.
man Haupt, of Washington, is consult.
ing engineer, exhibited blue print
representing the same in miniature, and
submitted data explanatory of its adj
vantages TO the large territory between
the Mississippi river and the Pacific
ocean.
A letter to Gov Lewelling from the
Guatemala Investment Co, of Califor
mia, was submitted TO the convention
stating that with proper effort the in
terest OF the prominent financial mer
of San Francisco might be enlisted il
the new enterprise, especially II The
suggestion should be carried out OF es
tn fishing line OF steamers in connec
ton Herewith between Copenhagen
and Mexican ports touching ut tn,
ports of Holland, Belgium and France
and by rail communication with tn,
Pacific coast,
l.. H. Dick, OF Parsons, one of tn,
delegates who was unable to be pres
ent, forwarded letter TO Presiden
! Close, In which he stated that three
fourths of the people OF Labette anC
Neosho counties were In favor of thu
proposed North & South road, but pre-
ferred that # should be built by direo
taxation instead OF by bonds.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

IL IL v'ry pretty in theory, this
talk about preserving the Worlds Fair
buildings hut it T, quires a few Of the
elements Of omnipotence to do SO in
practice. People Who have just re-
turned from Chicago say that the first
snow storm Of She season did dire
havoc with the card hoard palaces at
Jackson paik. The snow sifled
through the Ioofs and loose castings
and covered the floors and galleries
with deep lifts. Great sections of Il Q
roofs have csved in already and urless
heavy expenditure is made to clear Il Q
snow away before a thaw comes further
damage VIII follow
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

The Capitalists" Of this country are
not all on Wall street. The census
shows that the amount of money nov
held by the building and loan associa-
lions OF OHIO exceeds, in the aggregate,
the combined capital invested in the
National banks, the savings banks al d
the private banks OF the State. The Q
latter show total of capital of over 6a
millions, while the building associr-
lions show assets amounting to "A
millions. There are ia corporation
OF the latter kind In Ohio with mem
bership Of pa 900, There are nearly
one fourth OF the latter number class d
rs borrowers, and the disbursements
last year ran over OF millions. II ii
safs 10 say that this splendid body Of
men, 4i@ost a quarter on million OF
them, has sound notions Of the money
question and on the tariff They know
that the royal road to wealth Il
through economy and the promotion
Of bymv tics.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

Abilene ought TO try to make an
tffort 10 get the new Masonic home to
he erected by the Masons Of the State.
About $4,000 have been donated hy
the grand bodies Of the State, and
an assessment has been made on the
subordinate lodges for the sum Of
$50, 900 per year, for i've years, for the
purpose Of erecting aud maintaining
the home. The location Of the home
has not yet been liked. although a
dozen cities are after It. There is no
better place than Abilene and there is
no telling what might be accomplished
by little work.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

This from the Topeka Capital shows
how the Republicans Of Ktusss are
feeling about neSt years ctmpaign:
1.-THE Capital don't care continental
whether you fuse in Topeka or IN the
State. The Republican IRrty of the
cry and IT Kansas can lick the boz =
off YOU separately or combined. Tie
Republican campaign for 1894 viii be-
mad upon the expectation Of fusion,
Our majority will be larger wilhou,
fusion, rs any sane man can see, tut ii
will he large enough with fusion Ia
send up glad shout of victory fr' u
every county In the State next Nov m.
bsr," There ia going TO he nm over
whelming vote for the upbulldlng OF
Kanss' IN 1894 The quickly arp rer
beneficial result on Kansas credit by
the Republican vic DRY of month age
has taught lesson not soon u b,
tVrEovtvn.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

The death of Col. WIN. A. PHILIPPE,
which occurred in Oklahoma yesterday
removes from life one of Kansas most
famous pioneers and politicians. AZ
correspondent Of the New York Tribune
and other eastern papers he did much
TO build up noble reputation for Kan
sas in the east. As congressman from
this district he represented the CRANE
old Fifth well aud returned with man.
warm friends and admirers. The new
of his death will be learned with sol
row by many Kansans.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07
MARKET REPORTS.


NEW YoRK Dec b-Atchison was tho prin.
clip i subject Of gossip on Wall street, to dav.
and, during the morning, the whole market was
weakened by IL London sold about 500 shares
at the op'ninl rca Ing the price down per
cent There were London orders to buy At tho
reduced prices Electric declined sharply and
oil the railroad shares suffered fractional
losses. Dlstillers alone was strong during the
morning hour II ad anced y per cent
Toward II O'Clock even Distillers lost in
strength and declined per cent Cotton OIL
declined ga, Delaware & Hudson ~, Illinois
Central !, CorIage T. Sugar opened y lower
sold up TO I. then weakened Tue market con.
tinued weak the rest Of the morning. though
some strength developed after noon
The ond mArSet was weak Atchison Is
were down 8, and - per cents, class A, ~ per
canl
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07
Another Congressional Candidate

l what we hear ia true Salina has n
favored son" for the place [cougress
man of the Fifth districl in the person
of Hon. I. +, G river and his chance,
for the nomination should he be can
didate would be fittering He gained
considerable reputation AS the r. publ
can nominee for attorney general II
1892, and he would be found stroul
man vs. the congressional candidate nj
the polls. rs alma Sun.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

Abilene is uu in the cold again.
The retirement Of Mr.. IIornaday 10
make place for schoolboy relati, 9
takes away the only piece Of patronage
the county has received from the nd
ministration-save only IA $50 month
authorship. Tie appointing of boy on
no better excuse than his relationship
to windy Gaines proves the incompe-
tency and driveling unfairness Of the
Pop State Ulcers
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07
The Cause Of Rheumatism.

An acd which exists in sour milk and
id~r, called Tactic acid, is believed by
phys clans to be the cause of rheuma
tism. Accommodating in the blood, II
attacks the flhrous tissues in the joints
and causes agonizing pains, What IL
needed is a remedy to neutralize the
acid and to NO invigOrate the kidneys
and liver that all waste will be carried
of. Hoods SarsapaIilIa Ia heartily
recommend, d bv many whom II has
cured Of rheumatism. It possesses
Just the desired qualities ard 70
thoroughly purihes the blood "a t.
prevent occurrence of rheumatic
ttacks, We suggest trial Of Hoods
Sarsaparilla BY all who suffer from
Thgumatism,
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

The worNiug mans ''lIttle tin
bucket that tn Democrats worried 80
much about ia 1892 has been provided
for by the new tariff bill. The bill
r. ducrs the tariff on champagne and
the laborer can fill his bucket with that
sparkling beverage and be all right.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

What AN old "softy" Lewrlling IL.
anyhow, His executive circular t.
p lice not TO arrest uamps is bril-,
liant fort for the governor Kansas
How would Mr.. Lewrlling like to liv,
on the outskirts Ut town instead of Ia
u ropeka mansion and have few
DOZEN tramps roaming around hi'
premises certain that they would no.
be arTesttdY
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

The new tariff bill repudates the
magnificent idea of reciprocity and
will make necessary new treaties with
South American nations. The Dem
ocracy has always howled for "for
eign market" but when 1t finds one
already made it goes to work and
DESTROYS IL,
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

Salt is to be placed ON the free list.
This will be great news to several
Democrats we know who have all their
money tied up In the salt mines Of
Kansas and who were just beginning
to realize few dollars on their invest
ment, made long ago. They will want
to rush right off and vote another
Democrat ticket. 49, Lawrence Journal
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

There is some hope fr John Davis.
In an article in the Arena he says:
IAN money must be- redeemed and an
'irredee mable currency Ia not money"
But how does Mr. Davis barmonize
such statements with his famous fat
money bills prov ding for millions and
billions Of 4 It without hope or expect
ancY Of redpmpiinnY
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

The Monitors demand for "some'
thing new and original In it's contem-
poraries comes well from paper that
Is running four column articles by
Victor Hugo and julius Caesar AS its
leading political arguments.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

Tho junior United states senator from
Kansas ought to go into the hands OF a
receiver. lie has been failure from the
start,-lTopCka Mail.
One will be- appointed for him-or
rather for his oflce at the nrst op.
portunity. 1t will be Republican,
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

Democratic papers ought to go II
little slow on comparing the Wilson
tariff bill with the Walker tariff Of
1916, The most depressed period If
business life In American history end
ing in an increase of 500 ,OOO, 900 in the
national debt followed the Walker
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

Western Kansas farmers having only
nicely got fixed with seed wheat are
suffering for fuel. Why will people
persist In in trying to farm 10 western
Kansas when there are 80 many better
sections unoccupied?
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

Phase r-m' mhrr, bear in mind,
paste In your hat, tab It or write 1
down inyour book, that at the lat,
election tho Republicans uf Kan ~
pollrd more votes hen were polled by
the Populists, Democrats aud Prob b..
tinnlsts combined, Don't forget tn,
act and you will save yourself lots OF
trouble and wnrry nv chita Eagle
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

1t Is currently reported that j. W.
Breidenthal will resign the chairman
ship Of the State Populist committee.
lie probably has sense enough to fore
ee the early downfall of the party and
refers TO get out before the crash.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

Vice President Stevenson made II
Thanksgiving gift to his employees in
the mines of which he Is chief owner
of reduction In wages OF l2l cents a
day. How they will go forth rejoicing
over the beauties of Democratic pros
uaeiiyt
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

This much can be said TO Van Aliens
credit: lie has sense enough to come
down from his perch gracefully WHEN
iskrd Co do 80.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

Populists may AS we'll me Ike up their
mind that there will be no show for
them until after all the relatives Of the
Pop officers have been provided for.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

ST. PAUL, MINI, Dec 5,-Between s
and y o'clock last night fire starting
in tho notion department OF the Powers
Dry Goods Co, on East Fifth street. in
this city, caused total loss Of nearly
sl0AoV0 tallv o0verod tU insurance,
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

KANSAS CITY Dec 5 Cattle Receipts, 4.
o.; 5calves, 2oi; shipped yesterday. S,sss;
calves, 7Jl The market for steers vas dull
and weak to 10 or bc lower COWS, bulls and
Texas cattle ste dY calves strong feeders,
dull ana steady to lower The following are
representative sales:
DREssED BEEF AND EXPORT srEgRs
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07


CHICAGO Dec B. Hogs Reeeip s, 2eO0l OF.
nclal Yesterday, 3,i7!; shipments yesterday,
1905; left over, about 1910 quality good, mar,
ket only moderately active and weak prices G
lower sales ranged at .liDS d for light;
tLsi 6AO5 for rongh packing; g. lOfs5 u for
mixen sil0D. for heavy packing and ship.
ping lots. pigs, $40 % Is
Catue-Receipts, 700 official yesterday. IT,.
565; shipments yesterday, 2i52 market slow
and weak
Sheep-Receipts, i2,o0E oficial Yesterday,
lsIOl shipments yesterday, mono; market
quiet and steady
Chicago Grain and Provisions.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

The "war to the death on protected
industries" that the Democrats IN con-
gress began three years ago is nearing
the end,
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7. 1893

Hoke Smiths annual report does
not show any softening Of heart on the
pension matter.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

Out in the alst judiclal district q ~
held an election Tor judge on Nov IN.
Der the 7th, This judge gets So. 500
per Annum falary, The total vote
pollrd in the dlstric, was 100 or about
1000 population, IL the 82nd district
but It's votes were polled, Kusts
me- DIS readjnstmsnt of 5 m. thing.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

Tramp, tramp, tramp the tramps will
march towards Kansas. Let LewellinR
take care OF them.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

The Democrats think OF every thil z.
Lemon taiCs 10 put w tue free nst,
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

First published in the ABILRHE WEEKLY
REFLECTOR, bec. 7, iS93
SHERIFF'S SALE.
Francis Sc RE. plaintir,
VS.,
John silvey, May snvey and David Matte.
son, defendRnts,
Under an by virtue of AN orde OF sale is.
sued by the clerk Of the district court n
the sth Jud' cial district within and for
Dick county. State OF Kansas, in the
above entitled - se, b nj TO me directed and
delivered, l will
On Monday, Jan. 8, A. d. 1894,
a. 10 O'Clock IN the forenoon OF said day. at
tho front or NJ tho court house in the
~ Of Abilene, u 'ckin- on county, State OF
kansas, without appIaiaement, sell o. the
highest bidder for o. h In hand the follow
ing described real es'rts 20 witt
The south half OF the southeast quarter OF
ssciion w !. her -ixtecn tl6j tow ship twelve
40 south, Of range One ~ last OF the sixth
D incip'l meridian In Dickinson county,
state OF Kansas.
10 the Judgment II the cont In said cause
reoitrd In said o der OF sale.
witness my hard nj Adj enc, Kansas, this
Att day OF November, A. d. 1858.
Us. SMITH,
sheriff Of Dickinson county, kAI Eas.
SrAABAgsH a HTRD,
Avn RoyS iOr fiuintek
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

The great clio sin g
out sale of boots and
shoes is still going on
at the Faulk n er &
Bearce store.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

Hogs-Recept', GT9 no shipments The
market WAS SC lower, but active closing strong
Tn top was SIS and bulk Of sales $40 8 H.
with many sales At 90 and sl.2i. he follow
o. % nr "a RAM al
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

Anonymous communications will reoeiv'
no attention. Names must accompany al
articles, not necessarily for publication Wi
that We may know who are our contributors
Communications, letters and teleRranh'
dispatches, irtended for publication. ehonl'
be Rfdresaed 20 THE REvLbOTOR and Al com
munioations upon husineas including y"
uiittanoae, Advertisements and ordero
should ba Addressed TO
THE REFLECTOR PUBLHHIEa On.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07
ABILENE MARKETS.
ABILENE KAs.. Dec. 7, 1893.

Follow the crowd to
S cot It's ugs tore.
Everything Of the fin
est kind and cheap as
the cheapest.
Buy your boots and
shoes at cost, we are
going to quit business.
Faulkner & Bearce.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

sntared for transmission through tho Un'
tod States MAila ~ SECOND clAsa matter ~ n
poetofioa in Abilene, Dickinson oountv.Knn
sAa
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

Great barg a ms in
boots and shoes at the
closi n 6 out S sale Of
Faulkner & Bearce.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07
c.. G.. STERL e. co.

Have too many Overcoats, too many Suits tC
Caps, too many Pantaloons, too many odds and
buy just half price We propose to sweep thi
some price.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

E1SMen's overcoats at 275, 800 and 500. Mems
ovecoats at $780, 500 and 1000. All worth double the
price we are now asking for them.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1893-12-07

e9W Mems good wearing suits for $50. 600 and 800
Mems good all wool suits 900, 1000 and 1850. All these
suits are worth from 200 o 400 a suit more.