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Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

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Judge Powers, who was in business
ia Great Bend in the seven
ties, was here a few days last week.
His home is at present in Emporia.
How do you like the Posf-Dispatch2
Put it along side the DEMOCRAT and
see what a lot of interesting reading
matter you can get for a year. for
81 IS.
The Shumanns Concert date is
changed to April 9Th at the III. E.
church. All holding course tickets
will please change the date according
ly and those not should secure tickets
at once.
Alfalfa,
Red Clover,
White Clover,
Orchard Grass,
Blue Grass,
And full line of
Garden Seeds, in bulk, at the
CENTRAL GROCERY.
Hon. w B. Washington. County
attorney of Wichita county, was in
attendance on district court here a
few days last week. Mr.. Washington
is democrat who sees good things in
the future for the party.
Joseph Hartman, a young brother
of Mrs. VIM. Torrey of this city. was
accidentally killed on a railroad in
Oklahoma, last Saturday morning.
Mr.. and Mrs. Torrey left for Nicker-
son, the young mans home, Saturday
evening.
We had "laid out" to plant our
potatoes on Good Friday" bu, as
the weather clerk would not send iu a
good Friday we put off the agricnl-
tural experiment until q later date
and will place our faith in "the dark
Of the moon"
j W. Blake, the rustling represen-
tative of the Topeka Press, was in
the city last Thursday. and favored
this Office with a social call He
says the press is meeting with appre-
ciated success throughout Kansas
So mote it be.
Sid Crane writes that he is located
nine miles due east of Medford; says
they got down there all right with
everything in good shape. He thinks
Medford will one day be the county
seat, 1t is now improving rapidly.
Sid sends regards to all old Barton
county friends
In the Langford. Case suit, in the
district court last week, the jury re-
turned a verdict for the defendant
Suit was entered by Thornton Lang
ford to collect damages for a broken
leg which he charges was nccasioued
by his being pushed from his door
step by Case, bis son-in law.
st. Omer Cpmmandery Knights
Templar Observed Easter with appro-
pirate ceremonies, at the Presby-
terrain church last Sunday Rev.
VIM. Richmond of the Episcopal
church, preached the sermon, and the
Knights marched to the church in
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

About fifteen of the friends of Rev.
Jas. Mills and wife, of the A. NJ E
church, called at the parsonage las,
Thursday evening and made the par
son and wife pleasant visit Many
thanks tn one and all for your kind
ness. X X X Easter services were
conducted Sunday at the A M. E.
church A hall. hours song service
was followed by sermon by Rev.
Mills, text: "That which is born OF
the flesh is t1esh. and that which is
born of the spirit is spirit" John 8,
6. x X The Easter review lesson
at the A NJ. E s. s. was made very
interesting, unde: direction of Supt.
G. w, Erwin A few ernest workers
in the school are bringing it to the
front rank j. NJ.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
A Soand Liver Makes a Well Man.

Are you bilious, constip3ted, troubled
with jaundice, sick headas4e, baG taste
in mouth, foul breath, coated tongue.
dyspepsia, Indigestion, hot dry skin. a
pain in back and between shoulders.
chills or fever? If you have any of these
symptoms your liver is Outof order and
your blood is slowly being poisoned, be-
cause your liver dnes not act properly.
HERBINE will cure any disorder of the
liver. stomach or the bowels 1t has no
equal as a liver medicine. Price 10 cts.
Free trial bottle at II. K Hooper 6
Co.'S. drug store, Great Bend.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
Trees and Shrubbery.

The Great Bend Nursery can sup.
ply trees, grape vines. shrubbery
climbing and ornamental vines IF the
very best varieties for western Kan.
cas-.
Apple, Peach, Pear, Plumb anG
Cherry trees from one to three years
old. of best kinds for you
Shade and ornamental trees. Ever
greens, Hybred perpetual Roses
Snowballs, Honeysuckles, etc., toc
numerous to mention.
Grape vines a speciality, Fores
tree seedlings, In large and small
quantities can be furnished on shor
notice. and at very cheap prices.
c. Q NEwcoMBE
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

DIR. Kuhlen. who Is an herb doctor,
or healer, Says he is prepared to treat
anyone who desires his services. He
believes it his christian duty, he says,
To do all the good he can to suffering
humanity. He assures us he can cure
paralyis, temporary loss ut sight
namely blindness -rheumatism, and
other diseases to which this mortal
flesh is heir. He cured himself last
winter, when he lay for two days al
most totally paraiyzed. He cannot fit
up an office, but has his humble quar-
tiers in the north part of town-nOrth
of the Morrison. He says his charges
are reasonable. He believes it ''unpro-
fessional'' to advertise his profession.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
A Story of the War.

Enthusiast-Now, friendssI dare say
the major can remove the skepticism
regarding the awful scenes of the bat
tlefield; eh, major?
Major-Yes, sir, once saw soldiers
with their muskets and clo'es drippin'
with blood
Nervous Lady-O, hush! And they
were staying our dear friends
Not zackleyi They wuz carrin' a
stolen hopr'-Cleveland Plaindealer.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

st. Omer Commandery No. IA. <.
T. elected the following officers last
Tuesday: Eminent Commander. A
e. Connect; GeneFalissimo. o. J.
Richards; Captain General, E. q.
Cole; Prelate, w Torrey; Senior
Warden, Elmer Dawson: Junior War
den. r. G. Bailey; Treasurer Louis
Zutavern; Recorder, VIM Brueser;
Standard Bearer. r Merton; Sword
Bearer, W B. Cornell; Warsler, Chas.
Harm; Sentinel, G B Morgan.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
She Exnected to- win.

Mamie understand that you are q
candidate for the presidency of the So
ciety for the Suppression of Slang?
Gertie-Yep.
Mamie-Is there any opposition?
Gertie-You just bet there is Jennie
Van Blank is running for it, too.
Mamie-There will be a contest,
then?
Gertie-That's where you are just
hootin'. but, you bet, she'll get it
where the bottle got the cork--N. Y.
Press
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
The Bow Knew the Men.

Johnny" said his teacher, ''if your
father can do piece of work in seven
days, and your Uncle George can do it
in nine days, how long would it take
both of them to do it?''
They'd never get IL DONE" said
Johnny; they'd sit down and tell fish,
stories. ''@Demorest' Magazine.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
HonefuI sign.

Music Teacher-F'rom your daugh-
ter's voice, madam, / cannot promise
that she will be great prima donna
Nine. Gammes-Oh, / am so sorry.
Music Teacher-But do not despair,
madame, observe that she has a lear
full temper.-Chicago Record.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
RaIlara,s SNOW Imminent.

If you have terrible pain in the
small of the back, get a bottle If Snow
Liniment. 1t will p~:itively cure it
and at once. Try it and recommend
it to your friends Sod 10y M K.
Hnnnar & Co
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

The Shumauns Concert date is
changed to April 9Th at the nj. E.
church. All holding course tickets
will please change the date according
ly and those not should secure tickets
at once
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
Correcting Him.

DO you know that my gas bill is one
of my heaviest expenses" said the man
who complains. at the gas Office.
Excuse me, SIR said theelerk in a
tone that left no room for further dis
cussion. 1T is necessarily light ex-
pense. "-Washington Star.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

Trains leaveMemphs
MoRNISG andEVESISG
after arrival Of trains
from tae West &nG
Southwest, running 60
OF conn@cting in UNION
DEPoTs for all points in
the East and Southeast.
The Memphis an d
Charleston Railroad
and the East Tenn. Va.
& Ga. Ry-, have earned
the reputation TIL ey
have OF giving til q
Quickest Times Best
Through Car Service
D and all the Latest and
Observation-Disclosures
Its tn < Principal
Thoroughfare TO the
Summer Resorts IN the
Summer and Winter
Resorts in the Winter
Passengers by this
route cross the New
steel Bridge cat Men,
pllzs and viii avoid tedj-
o-,s Ferry Transfers
n~ross the Mississippi
River. necessary tly any
other EateEay south CT
ST Ions. @
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
The Hateful Small Brother.

Hester-Bobby, do the gentlemen
think am pretty?
Bobby heard Mr.. Lane say if you
passed man on the street he would
be sure to turn and look back
Hester-That was nice
Bobby-Particularl he said, if you
were going the same way as the man.
-,Judpe
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
An Estimate.

Snitor-My man, have you any idea
how your young mistress regards me in
comparison with the others who seek
her hand? 81.
Manservant-When told her you
was here she said o, yes, she was pre-
pared for the worst.-Detroit Tribune.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
what was it?"
Therc Arc MANY instances.

20, is there nothing" exclaimed the
lady in the fur jacket, THAT can upiift
sur servant girls."
THE coal oil cam" answered the
lady in the yellow buskin.-Chicago
Tribune
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

Judge Powers, who was in business
ia Great Bend in the seven
ties, was here a few days last week.
His home is at present in Emporia.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

School in district 80. Independent
township, closed last Thursday, and
the "young idea" is teaching spring
crops chow to shoot
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

Eevery-other-day some weather.
When will this monkey business cease?
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

The republican county central
committee is called to meet in Great
Bend, Saturday the 31st.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
HEARTLEss MoTHER-TN-LAw.

Mrs. Van Million-But, Mr.. Mari
gold. if you marry my daughter how
do you and she expect to live without
money?
Jack Marigold-Do you mean to say
that you would allow your son-in-law
to starve?-Franlz Leslie's Weekly
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
Vile SIander.

II don't believe those yarns about
Flinders striking his wife, do your
Not bit He hasn't courage enough
even to strike an attitude Brooklyn
Life
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

Graf gobs of Hicks stormy March
weather struck this country last We'd
nestlay and continued to stay with Ut
until it wore out its welcome.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

Beware of the small boy and hii
tricks next Sunday-April 1st.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

IF the backb of winter is not now
broken will the weather clerk please
hit it with a pile driver.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

House cleaning time is now at hand
when man will sadly roam, and
realize, as never before, there is nc
place like home.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

why do you call your father-in-law
Silence Markham"
Because he gave consent Truth.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

The populist county central COM
mittee has called a county nominal
ing convention to meet at Great Bend
Saturday, May 18th. ~
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

Alfalfa,
Red Clover,
White Clover,
Orchard Grass,
Blue Grass,
And a full line Of
Garden Seeds, in bulk, at the
CENTRAL GROCERY.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

Will Brandt, of Buffalo, appreciated
our situation and called in last Satur-
day to renew his subscription.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

Hon. w B. Washington. County
attorney of Wichita county, was in
attendance on district court here a
few days last week. Mr.. Washington
is democrat who sees good things in
the future for the party.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

The family of w. G. Lewis, of
Hoisington, was increased one last
week, by the arrival of nine pound
bow.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

Special meeting of the FIRE company
tomorrow night.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
Repartee.

Rootblaclz-Shine.
Triple troughly)-Don't need it.
Bootblack- wasn't agoin' t shine
yer nosel-Puck-
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

o, they are wise, vino advertise, In
winter, spring and fall; and wiser yet,
are they-YOu bet-whO never let up
OF olIl
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

Ed. NcNown's butcher shop, the
most popular place in town to buy his
line of provender, has been hand
somely papered and decorated.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

DR.. Frank Lightfoot was able to be
out last week, after being confined to
his house for over a month.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
Haalard's Horehound Syrup.

Is the best known remedy for con-
sumption, coughs, colds and all throat
and chest troubles Every bottle is
guaranteed. It ia the best remedy for
children. Sold by M. K. Hooper &
Co 4
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

The Chase Record says that "Kan-
sas, IN her race for supremacy, never
gets short of wind"
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

The next attraction of the Orlole
Club will be the Shumann Male Quar-
tett, at the NJ E. church, April 9th.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
ELASTIC Orders.

There is one advantage" said the
travelling salesman, ''in handling rub
Der goods these days"
How sop asked the old man.
Because they stretch so that small
order looks larger than it is.''-Hard-
ware.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

A special day has been named fol
the fellows who say the democratic
party of Kansas is dead. That day is
next Sunday-All Fools Day.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

Will Wood ward, who is attending
commercial school al Wichita, was
up to spend Easter with the cid folks.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

Bring in your subscriptions to thu
st. Louis Post-Dispatch. You viii
never have another chance to get sc
much reading for the money.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

City council meeting next Monday
evening.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

Ellinwood's schools will close in
two months.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

Miss NJ. Louie Frost, accompanied
by her mother, returned from visit
of several months in the east, last
uaaH
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
How He Rose.

He made great name for himself,
But twas another'S name, you see,
And so the jury sent him up
For seven years for forgery.
Chicago Tribune
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

Alfalfa Seed, So bushel, at
Q CENTRAL. GROCERY.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

The Oriole Clubs last attraction
of the course at the NJ. E. church
April 9th, you can't afford to miss it.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

SHoCKEY's for haircut. shave, or
shampoo. Only bath rooms in the
city. Second door west of Aliens
corner.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
What 1t Was.

Il understand that your editor had a
fine time in Chicago"
Eyes"
what was it?''
Same as a plain drunk anywhere
Eve and costs. Atlanta Constitution.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

The DEM Gratis Easter present
the st. Louis POST Dispatch
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
AttentiOn-FiremenI

A special meeting OF Great Bend Fire
Department is hereby called, to be
held at the hose house Friday. March
Both, at 8 p. m.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

How do you like the Post-Dispatch?
Put it along side the DEMOCRAT and
see what lot of interesting reading
matter you can get for year. for
81 rs.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

"A great deal of pomp? I should
think that there would be more pump
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
Castoria.

"Castoria is an excellent medicine for chill
dren. Mothers have repeatedly tod Ile Of its
good effect upon their children
Dr.. G. G. OsGooD,
Lowell, Mass.
"Castoria is the best remedy for children or
which l am acquainted. hope the day IS rot
far distant when mothers will conSiier the real
interest of their children, and use Castoria in
stead of the various quacl nostrurns which are
destroying their loved ones, by forcing opium.
morphine, soothing syrup and other hurtful
agents down their Threats, thereby sending
them to premature graves"
DIR. J. F. KISCHELoE,
Conway, Ark.
The Centaur Company, ~ y
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
How She Knew.

Mr. Saphead during the ho9ty-
moon)-When did my little duckie
darling first discover that she loved
me?
Bride (sweetly)-When | found my
self getting mad every time anyone
called you a fool.-N. Y. Weekly.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

GREAT BEND, KANSAS
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

Joseph Hartman, young brother
of Mrs. VIM. Torrey of this city. was
accidentally killed on a railroad in
Oklahoma, last Saturday morning.
Mr.. and Mrs. Torrey left for Nicker-
son, the young mans home, Saturday
nueninn
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
THE DEMOCRAT.

-a,u.5 so PER YEAR. IN ADVANCE. a.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
Castoria.

''Castoria is so well adapted to children that
recommend it as superior to any prescri ption
known to me-"
Fl. A. ARCHER, II. D.,
III So. Oxford St, Brooklyn, N. Y.
''Our physicians in the chillren's depart
ment have spoken highly Of their expert
ence in their outside practice with CASTOR
and although only have among
medical supplies what is known eairesu.
products, yet we are free to confess that the
merits of Castoria has won us to look with
favor upon it,
UNITED HOSPITAL AND DIsPENsARY,
Boston, Mass.
ALLEN C. SMITH, Pres,
nrray Street, New York City.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
What is

Casora Dr. Pitchers prescription for Infants
and Children 1t contains neither Opium. Morphine
other Narcotic i is harmless substitute
Paregoric, Soothing Syrups and Castor OIL
is Pleasant. guarantee is thirty years by
Millions of Mothers. destroys Worms and a1lays
feverisbness. prevents vomiting Sour Curd.
cures Diarrhoea Wind Colo. Castoria relieves
constipation and fatulency.
CastOria assimates food, regulates the stomach
and bowels, giving healthy and natural sleep. Cas-
toria Children's Panacc-tlle Mothers Friend
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

WILL E. STOKE, Chef.
NEWT WILLHIDE, Sec
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

We had Laid out" to plant our
potatoes on GOOD Friday" bui as
the weather clerk would not send ia a
"good" Friday we put off the agricnl-
tural experiment until later date
and will place our faith in "the dark
Of the NOON y
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29
The hIiIkman.s Daushter.

did you attend the wedding of Miss
Chaikley? You know her father is q
milkman and she married his partner -
said Col Yerger to Judge Penny.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

No. didn't CO." replied the judge,
but heard it was a grand affair
There was a great deal OF pomp about
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

st. Omer Commandery Knights
Templar Observed Easter with appro-
pirate ceremonies, at the Presby-
terrain church last Sunday Rev.
VIM. Richmond of the Episcopal
church. preached the sermon, and the
Knights marched to the church in
full uniform. making a fine display,
1t is said that dancing makes girls
feet large. It is also said that ice
cream produces freckles. Doctors are
of the opinion that hanging on the
front gate produces rheumatism. The
chewing of gum distorts their mouths.
Playing the piano destroys the beauty
of the hand. and washing dishes causes
chaps to come-to PROF ose. There
you have it, girls; take your choice
Parties living on or near the line o.
the streets, where the electric lights
are. can have electric lights furnished
on application to the Electric Ligh
Co. Also electric bells, and all kind
of house bell work done, in this ane
adjoining towns.
FRANK RosE, Supt.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

j W. Blake, the rustling represen-
tative of the Topeka Press, was in
the city last Thursday. and favored
this Office with social call he
says the press is meeting with appre-
ciated success throughout Kansas
Go r,oto ~ ha
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1894-03-29

Sid Crane writes that he is located
nine miles due east of Medford; says
they got down there all right with
everything in good shape. He thinks
Medford will one day be the county
seat, 1t is now improving rapidly.
Sid sends regards to all old Barton
county friends