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The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-07-13
Want the old Rate to AtlantIc.

ATLANTIC CITY, July l2.-Thc mayor
and city council will make an effort to
have the old railroad fare between this
city and Philadelphia reduced to the old
figure. The councilman say the raise in
the fare has decreased the number of visi-
tors and grently injured business
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-07-13
Extensive Car Works Fnil

TERRE HAUTE, July l2.-The Terre
Haute Car works, one of the largest plants
of the kind in the country, made a volun.
tary assignment yesterday afternoon with.
out preference. The liabilities are Sl91, 600,
with about $4,000 contingent liabilities.
The assets amount to 100000. The failure
is caused by the strngency in the money
market
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-07-13
The Corbett-Jnckson Fight.

CHICAGO, July l2.-The articles for the
fight between Corbett and jackson were
signed last night. The fight is 70 come off
in June, 1894, and is TO he for the largest
purse obtainable and $4,000 IL side, the
winner To take all
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-07-13
Another Storm Victim.

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn, July 12-Chief of
Police ID. +. Mitchell died yesterday. He
was victim of Sundays accident at
electromagnetic when Alderman Crimmins
was killed and Police Chief Mitchell in.
jured by tree limb broken off during a
sudden storm.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-07-13
New England Yardmen Strike.

WATERBURY, Conn, July H. = Yard.
master Matthew Kinney and the local
yard crew of the New York and New
England road have struck on account of
new rules adopted by Tranmaster r. ID.
Pollock. The yard is not tied up, but may
be unless a satisfactory compromise is
offootad
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-07-13
Reform.d Church ReunIon.

HARRISBURG, July 12.-The annual re-
Union OF the Reformed churches of cen
trail and southern Pennsylvania. West
Virginia aud Maryland will be held at
Williams Grove tomorrow
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-07-13
Disappointment over a Love AFFAIR.

NEW YORK, July l2.-Susanna Bartsch,
young Hungarian, committed suicide by
shooting herself, in her bed room. From
what could be learned, she shot herself be-
cause of letter she had received from her
lover saying that he was going to marry
another woman
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-07-13

WASHINGTON, July 12.-An order has
been issued at the navy department plac-
ing Chaplain w. H. Stewart on the retired
list of the navy. He was appointed from
Massachusetts. and has been in the SER
vice thirty years.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-07-13
Am TheIr Crons nestrnxed.

FERGUS FALLS, Mimi, July la-Tht
hailstorm which struck this county wa.
very disastrous. East of this city many
farmers lost everything growing. FULLY
10000 acres were damaged, and $780, COX
will not cover the loss
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-07-13

JACKSON. Mich, July lo.-Mhe fifteen
round glove contest last night between
La Blanche. The Marine" and Bob Man
ming, was stopped in the eighth round by
the rsOlice
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-07-13
Death of a United States Consul.

WASHINGTON, July l2.-The department
OF state has received news of the death of
United States Consul Josiah +. Stone, at
Nogaies, Mexico. Mr.. Stone WAS appointed
vice consul in 1872 and was promoted to be
consul last February.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-07-13
Eighty Fnmiiies momeless.

ST. JOINS, y. H., July l2.-For the third
time in n few years the village of Fairville,
Il suburb of this place, was almost de-
stroyed by fire. Eighty families are home
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-07-13

Death of an Old Rqsidant.
PorrsvILLE, July 13.-MrS. Mary A. La
shorne. of Alto. one of the oldest residents
Of this section, died at the age ot9L
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-07-13

Tho Weather.
Warmer; fair; southerly winds.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-07-13
RAILROADS,

TWELVE HOURS QUICKER THAN ANY
TIER LINE TO CINCINNATI, LOUISVILLE
Nd POINTS WEST
THE POPULAR ROUTE TO RICHMOND
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09
THANKSGIVING DAY.

President Cleveland's Proclamation Fixing
Upon Thursday. November so.
WASHINGTON, Nov. 5.-The president
issued the following thanksgiving proc
1amation:
BY the President of the United States of Amer
ica-A Proclamation:
While the American people should every day
remember with praise and than ksgiving the di-
vine goodness and mercy which have followed
them since their beginning a nation, 1t is 1T
ting that one day in each year should be espe-
cially devoted TO the contemplation OF the
blessings We have received from the hand of
God and to the grateful acknowledgement OF
His loving kindness.
Therefore. I, Grover Cleveland, president of
the United States, do hereby designate and set
apart Thursday. the 3,th day of the present
month OF Noveu Der, u day Of thanksgiving
and praise to be kept and observed BIZ all the
people of our land On that day let US forego
our ordinary work and empioyments and
assemble in our usual places of worship
where we may recall all God has done
for US, and where from grateful hearts
our united tribute CT praise and song may rcae b
the throne OF grace. Let the reunion of kindred
and the social meeting OF friends lend cheer and
enjoyment to the duty. and let generous gifts
OF charity for the relief Of the poor and need Y
prove tho sincerity of our Thanksgiving.
BY the president: GROW Err CLEVELAND
w. Q GRESHAM Secretary OF State
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09
NINE WORKMEN DROWNED.

They Were In a Boat Which Was Swamped
by the Wash of Steamer at New York.
QUARANTINE, S. l., Nov For sew
eral months extensive improvements
to the quarantine plant at Hoffman
and Swinburne islands, under Con-
tractor Colin McLain, have been going
on. necessitating the employment of
a large number OF men, who were
accustomed to return to their homes
every Saturday afternoon, returning
on Monday morning. Boats employed
by the contractors have been employed
in transferring them to South Beach,
the nearest point to Staten island,
from which the men could reach their
homes in New York and BROOKLYN by
trains and ferry boats.
During the severe storm SATURDAY.
afternoon a boat containing eighteen
or twenty Of these workmen started for
South Beach. When within a short
distance of the pier on the beach the
boat was overturned by the wash of
the steamboat Holmdell, which was
passing down the bay. All on board
the boat were thrown into the sea and
at least nine were drowned
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09
HERE is a straipht TRUTH that carr

HERE is straight truth that carries
with it some good advice: The COM
munity IN which each individual citizen
has public spirit enough to keep his
own surroundings neat and clean and
whose officials prevent the accumula
tion of debris upon the streets is likely
TO escape an epidemic of cholera during
the summer months In other words,
sweep before your own door. clean up
your-own premises, and the chances are
that your naighbor seeing what you are
doing, viii follow your good example.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09
The Repeal Bill signed.

WASHINGTON, Nov. e.-Silver pur-
chases by the government ceased yes
terday. The purpose for which Mr..
Cleveland called congress in special
session was accomplished at 4:25 o'clock
yesterday afternoon, when he affixed his
signature to the bill to repeal uncondi-
tionally, the purchasing clause of the
Sherman law. The struggle in the
house was short. Only twenty-seven
men could be rallied for the last stand
by the silver leaders
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

LIVERPOOL, Nov. Letters from
Accra. on the West African gold coast,
say that the king of Ashantee was
stoned to death recently by the insur-
gents in the streets of Coomassie, his
capital. The Ashantees have again at
tackled tribe protected by the British,
and 800 hussars under British officers
have started from Bonny fer the in
terror to punish them. Reinforcements
will be sent after them.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

Voters should not lay up grudge
against their neighbors for what may
have been said on election day or the
evening folio wing. in the flush of vic
tory or chagrin of defeat. We are all
good citizens of the same county and
the same state.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

Being unable to tget a fall out of
our boys, Tuesday night, some Of TIE
republican celehrators loaded up at
the blacksmith shop" and then came
up town and piled the stairway to
democratic headquarters full Of boxes
and barrels
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

By the joint action of congress AMI
the supreme court of the United States
the fund arising from the sale of prop
er ty of the Mormon church has been
finally turned over to the Mormon
church authorities for distribution.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09
Grant Township Officers.

The following new officers were
elected in Grant Township: Trustee,
Nj. Menzer; Clerk, Chas. 10th; Treas
urer, F. KrestiD; Justice, d. FL. Nc
earthly; Consfables, Max Matber
and VIM Hampel; Road overseers,
VIM Schallner, Karl Herman, Adolf
Stor and Morfz Reimer.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09
Mayor Harrison.s successor.

CHICAGO, Nov. THE wrangle over
the election of mayor pro tenn. was
settled last night by the choice of Al
derman G. b. Swift, he receiving 62
votes to for Alderman McGillen, one
blank being cast
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09
The Beautiful Story.

companion the Holy Bible containing many Gold
Religious Thought compiled history
leading the Sacred arranged
Chronoogieay Child Student Minister splendid
book for Fresde Reading Superb Engravings by
Dore Nearly clear print and heavy paper
Elegantly bound in sill CLOTH illuminated
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09
Nov. z. Opened Highs Low 81 Closing
ST. V,OuIs Grain.

ST. LOUIS Nov 7.-Receipts wheat, s., 636
bu. last year. T5.o 10 blu 104, 30J bu.; last
year, "a 115 bu.; oats. 80 500 bu last year, 81
900 bu.: flour, t. S85 bbls. Shipments, wheat
5,066 bu.; corn, 81. -5o bu: oats, 1859 bu.;
rye 3.O51 bu: flour. I.O36 bbls. Wheat Cash,
57}5c; November, SIC: December, $3.50; May,
6Gso Corn-Cash. 3i14c November, SIC; De-
cember, 341s63I5sc; May, 3s1sc Oats i Cash,
261zc; November, 2614c; December, e714c. May,
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09
The Fatal Boiler.

NEW YORK, Nov. six men killed,
others supposed to be dead under the
ruins, dozen persons injured, several
horses dead and proper damaged to
the extent of about $40, coo is the sum
total of the havoc wrought by boiler
explosion in the stables of the Dry
Dock and Battery street railway on
East Twenty fou' tn street between av-
enues- L and e
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

A man about 20 years ofage became
q father in the country near here re
Gently. ooh, dear" said every woman
when told fit, DO the men never get
old enough TO behave themselves.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09
Strayed.

a red roam pony, from my pasture
81 miles south of Dundee, about Oct.
10TH Anyone finding the same viii
be rewarded by making it known TO
me, at Great Bend postfiice. Pony
pretty well up IN age.
GEORGE w. ASHER
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

L il supposed the Law and Order
League" members supported Spencer
and Typer because they were prohibit
tionists, and the anti |. and o. |. men
the same boys for the same reason?
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

A complete newspaper outfit, with
army press. aud other material sufi,
Gent for printing Z calumen paper,
for sale cheap. Address this Office.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

j. B. Fenno, from north of Hois.
ington, was in the city Monday, TO
see how this republican town looked
before the battle.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

Democrat and populist headquarters
over Grifith's. was a jolly place to
be Tuesday night. when :he county
precincts were heard from.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

The ballots were counted in about
half the usual time, in the city, Tues
day evening The rip-roaring third
was the last to come in, but she did
better by us than the other wards
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

Senator Jhon Aarmstrong finished
seeding IN 800 acres of wheat last
Friday, and is now ready for winters
snoSs and springs refreshing rains,
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09
Life and Work OF
James @. Blaine.

This is The memorial edition OF the authentic
biography of the great statesman, whose recent
death shocked the whole nation. 1t tells of his
ancestry and early life interesting political strug
giles, triu1nphs and disappointments, work as an
author and journalist. great speeches great coca
sions genius rs ,nsn and leader and his PrcIain-
ent and inspiring part in national affairs and inter
national diplomacy.
The book is the outcome of the combined gen
Jus OF John Clark Ridpath, l. L. D., and General
Selden Connor, ex-governor of Maine and lifelong
close, personal friend of Mr. Blaine, assisted by
other great men of the day. who closely asso-
eiated with Mr. Blaine in important state and nat
ional questions. Besides it contains beautiful pic
lures and much material of a nature that 10 pub
Usher could gain access to-
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09
WINFRIED j. nENsENDICK

Do not forget to hear Chancellor
Shows lecture in The interest of our
high school, at the Grand opera house
Friday evening, Nov. II. A small
admission fee, to pay expenses, will
be charged Reserved seats for all
under Is, 10 cents; for adults, Is
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

III the histrfy OF lpe county
All the voters in the county were
at "crcss purposes" last Tuesday.
J. NJ. Depue, of Pawnee Rock,
was in the city Saturday on business.
A tercher's meeting is to be held
at Ellinwood on the 11th-Saturday
of this week
DR.. 6. L. Koch. Joe began and
A. S. Cooke we're over from Hois-
ington Sunday.
Woman's loveh has saved many =
man. and mans love has ruined
many q woman.
TIE Presidents proclamation is
out, making Thursday. Nov. 30th,
Thanksgiving day
Young PEymoth Rock chickens
for sale. Call on or address Mr.. G.
l.. Archer, Albert, Kans.
Don't forget the oId-time spelling
school Friday evening, Nov. 10. The
best speller gets the prize.
Hank Smith. the Usage of Redwing
was in town Saturday to get the lay
of the land in political way.
J. w. and Oscar Racey were
down from the north side, Saturday,
to size up the political situation.
j. r Baker was down from Paw
nee Rock, Monday, but was not
betting much on the e. o. p. ticket.
The Kansas ballot this year had to
bear the cross, and some of the can
didates were unme rcifully crucifed.
. G. Never, one Of Eilinwood's
hustling business men, was up to
this republican stronghold, Monday.
Our Ohio rooster got away from rs
Tuesday. We half suspect he strayed
into Joe Borders office and was CON
fiscated.
G. l. Archer was in the last of the
week to make the printer happy for
another year-so far as his subscrlp-
ton wonld do SO
The man who is constantly looking
for ga soft thing" may be sure his
mother contributed one to the world
when he was born.
We know some men IN this town
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

Thomas Deighton, Of the first ward.
was taken sick with fever last Satur-
day. He is up and about, however,
and was able to &C to the polls and
vote for the winners, Tuesday.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

Mark Keynes, Of Pawnee Rock, was
a caller Wednesday, to see how We
stood more political success,
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

The commissioners will canvas the
vote Friday, and next week we can
give the OFFICIAL returns.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

Little drops of water and little
oysters two, viii new be joined to-
gether TO make the chu rob fair stew.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09
R1,ssfau NfhiIisz17, and
Exile Life in Siberia.

splendid OF travels and startling adventures in
among people It isa record Of the
,zonal experiences
b,Ie travelling through Siberia Full Of adj
ventures and desperate TIE Siberian exile
life are laid bare large pages and 200 illustrations
Handsomely in extra hne silk cloth
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09
The Worlds
Wonders.

4 compilation of the most wonderful things in
the world, treating Of the latest discoveries in
Africa, the North lands, etc Handsomely Illus
trated with 200 beautiful engravings. Over 200
pages
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

Alone in the little square election
booth, with their God and their con-
science, some men forgot that they
had even the company of God and
conscience,
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

Sheep-Receipts since saturday, 2, 61S: shipped
Saturday, ~. The market was exceedingly
dull and lower The following are representa-
tive sales:
403 Kan stk.. Is S2G0
Horses-Receipts since Saturday,20. shipped
Saturday. 1903 The market was quiet, though
there were good many buyers he range of
prices is:
Extra draft, 1900 lbs. ...... .........S 1I0015o
Good draft 800 lbs. " s0@1Oo
Extra drivers Observation-Disclosures. 100 200
Good drivers 75010O
Saddle, good to extra .... 800. 1918
Southern mares and geldings ......... $50 IS
Western range unbroken ... 200 so
Western ponies OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES II 80 D -
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

Rev. E NJ. Armstrong has returned.
and will hold regular services at the
G. A. r. hail next Sabbath. ct the
usual hour.s
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

G. n. Walker IS a voter in Great
Bend. Judge Palmer told them so,
but Buck and Cap were probably
blinded by an imaginary party duty,
and had to be convinced.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

Now that you have tried the kan
CARGO ballot, how do you like it?
Some of the boys were little awk-
ward about lifting tie skirt to the
front of the booth; others were bound
to 60 around and carve their way
through The back. while one man got
down on his knees to crawl under.
The ballot boxes" are some smaller
than hogshead and can be used by
the trustees-between elections-for
lard cans or scalding watts at hogkili-
ing. Sill we believe Kansas people
made no mistake in adopting that sys-
tenn of voting, Those who kick on it
the most will be the fellows who failed
TO make some ''scheme" work.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09
Around the World
With the
Great VOVa gers.

This a history OF the discovery OF all lands
and picturesque view of the savage races of the
world. book marking the highway Of human
progress from savagery TO the highest civilizations
fIsd with thrilling and heroic episodes 500 extra
large pages, and the illustrations comprise the
Grand Louvre Gallery of 200 Of the worlds most
beautiful pictures, and colored plates.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

Hon. T. H. Butler, member of the
board on penitentiary, went down to
Wed6esdsy.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

Don't forget the old time spelling
school Friday evening 7:30 Nov. 10,
west room of Hulme's Block. Best
speller takes the dictionary. Watson
speller will be used.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

boys-all the insane asylums in the
state are already crowded.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

a. s. Houck came in from the east
last week, to visit with the family 8
few DAYS.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

After the elections over. after the
votiug's done; after the bets are paid
UP, by the losing son of-a-gun; after
the tales of SANDER, after the hustling
days, after our new experience with
the kangroo ballots ways Some
viii go home disguised. some go
into the court house door, and some
viii be dead busted-after the cleo
TONS DER.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

We know some men in this town
who will never get to the front
until they are-dead and leading a
funeral procession.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

PRIVATE Lessons viii give
private lessons in the evenings only,
in German, French and Instrumental
Music. Address, Or call at The resi-
dence of Fred Zutavern. Terms rea-
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

We hope the defeated candidates
will not take it hard D5n't worry,
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

The street sprinkler has gone into
winter quarters.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09
Continent.

complete and interesting history experiences
adyentures OF Stanley livingston Spoke Grant Baker DOCau
and Others Africa Ii is the Stanley book. thrill
ing account OF the explorers last and greatest ezedon his
wonderful splendid discoveries
vicious journeys through the Wild jung splendid volume Of
inches
the uua books engTayings
eoiored plates and giving idea OF Airica
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09
Mammoth Canal Finished.

MANCHESTER, Nov. Water will be
let into the Manchester ship canal to-
morrow. 1t is expected that it will
take two weeks TO fill it. The first
steamer is expected to make the pas
sage from Liverpool to Manchester OF
rsacnrnhAr /
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1893-11-09

The state veterinarian Of Illinois has
found several cases oi glauders among
horses near Biilsboro