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People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

The high school foot ball team were
met at the train Saturday night by a
tin horn brigade who escorted them
triumphantly up town with colors ay-
ing and the black and yellow Of Ar
kansas City trailing along at half
mast.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

The annual convention Of the Sum-
ner County Sunday School Associa.
tion will be held In the N. E. church
Of South Haven Thursday and Fri
day, December 5th and 9Th. All
ministers and Sunday school workers
are urged to attend.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Mr., and Mrs. B. f. Michael went to
Winfield last Saturday to visit for sew.
eral days with their daughter, Mrs.
W. Il Canaan. Mrs. Canaan and chill.
dren, who have been visiting here, re.
turned with them.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Probate court records show the
following filings Tuesday. The annual
account OF H. G. Keeling, administra-
tor Of the estate Of J. T. Jennings, de-
ceased; the annual account Of N.
Troutman, guardian Of the estate Of
Ora NJ. Summerville, ct al. minors
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

The Caldwell delegation arrived
yesterday about II o'clock to at
tend the concert. 1t was not as large
as reported, there being only about
thirty people In the party.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

vile, the Clown, The Mahr Sisters,
etc. The visit Of the "Black Crook
to this city will, in all likelihood, re-
suit in overhOwing audiences, as it is
seldom that an opportunity is afford
ed for seeing so magnificent a prOduc-
tion, Secure your reserved seats
carly
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Miss Nellie E. McIntire, one of Ar
kansas City's most charming and ac-
cOmplished young ladies, arrived Mon
day morning as assistant in the de-
tunCt First National bank.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

The following suits we're died in
district court Tuesday: Emma ]. He'd
ges VS.. Allen F. Hedges, divorce; Fl
delia Waddell, executrix of the estate
of Hannah G. Kellogg, deceased, VS..
Mary A. Bitlar ct al. foreclosure; R.
J. Waddell Investment Company VS..
James I Davis, ct al. foreclosure.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Scud.e er and c. T. Wallace. Sorry
Mr. Seibert is not in love with Kan
Sas as he bought a 100 acre farm near
Springfield, Mo.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

W. H. Hart, a round house ma
chanist, returned from Cumberland,
Nd, last Saturday evening. lie left
his family there and returned Eere to
yUOry
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Nothing is dry in Sumner county
now except the joints at Conway
Springs and Caldwell, 1t has rained
hard nearly every night this week.
Conway Springs Star.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

A native Mexican wearing the char
aCteristic sOmbrero was seen on the
streets Of the city Saturday morning.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

). W. Seibert of Cheyenne, Wyom-
Ing, conductor OF the U. P. railroad,
mas returned home after a two weeks
visit with his brothers-in-law, Ike
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

The new Santa Fe train between
here and Kansas City was daisy last
Monday. Two new coaches were a
part Of the train. 1t looked like some
eastern "fyer" as it pulled out from
the union depot.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Hon. W. j. Lingenfelter left on
Tuesday for Hutchinson to assume his
duties as a member of the board of
managers of the state reformatory
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Mrs. R. NJ. Brooks died last Sunday
at her home at Portland, Kan, of
consumption. Her remains were
buried there Monday afternoon
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

The Wellington Senate will per-
haps send delegation to Rome in the
near futuretO engage in a joint de-
batting society there.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Anderson & Roberts is the place to
buy frst-clasS meats Of every kind.
Give them call. You will find them
clever, accommodating gentlemen.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

L. L. Constant, the Belle Plaine
druggist was Monday granted a per-
NIT to sell intoxicating liquor.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

n. Z. Wilder came up from Wood
ward Saturday evening and returned
Monday morning. He is running on a
Santa Fe engine on the west division
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Mrs. W. H. Travis returned to
Chanute Wednesday. She has been
here on visit with her husband who
has been quite sick. He is Santa Fe
conductor.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Charles Young, who has been visit
ing his>siSter, Mrs, Fred Garland, for
few days past, left on Monday for
his home at Salem, Ill.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

The high school foot ball team cap
tured the black and yellow flag of the
Arkansas City tigers last Saturday
and now it floats at half mast beneath
the red and white at the high school
hnildinp-
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

The Black Crook production prom.
ises to be the peer Of anything ever
put on wellington stage. Ticket
sale Thursday a. m.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Brakeman T. j. Hewlett went to
Chanute Sunday night, where he will
spend few days layOff on account of
sickness.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Will ScOuler left on Monday for
his home in Fairbury, ILL.,, after a
very pleasant visit with friends in
the city.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Geo. NJ. Rarey returned to OklahO-
ma Monday morning, His wife will
remain here for some time.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

L. P. DOwney and ], B. NOllner re-
turned on Sunday from a hunting ex-
peditiOn in Arkansas. They have
been gone several weeks and report a
very ENJOYABLE trip.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Mrs. Charles Richardson arrived
from Lexington, ILL.,, on Tuesday tt
spend the winter with her parents
hr. and Mrs ] R. Walter.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Williams returned Sunday eve
ming from visit to Cherryvale and
other eastern Kansas cities.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

The Australian ballot law requires
the county commissioners to appOr.
tion all election expenses occasioned
by that law to the several cities and
townships in the county. The county
has been paying these expenses and
appOrtioniDg them afterwards. May
or Savage's old council that worked
50 harmoDiouSly with him refused to
allow three.dfths of the county's
claim last year; they proposed to ap'
portion some themselves. The coun.
ty didn't do a thing" in return. II
simply held back out of the city'S last
apportiOnment Of taxes, the full
amount claimed by the county
Three or four townships that had
been dilatory about paying their pOr'
tions were treated in the same
manner.-Mail.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

At9:3O o'clock Sunday morning, the
spirit of Miss Irene Netcalf passed
into eternity from the home of Rev.
and Mrs. ]. X. Miller of this city
The deceased was a sister of Mrs
Miller. She died at the age of thirty
two years, devout christian and a
consistent member of the NJ. E.
church. The funeral services were
conducted by Rev. S. Price at the NJ
Z. parsonage at o'clock pm, Monday
The remains were accompanied Mon
day evening over the Santa Fe tt
Greenfield, Illinois, by Miss Emma
Metcalf, sister of the deceased. In
terment was made there,
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

We have received a program Of the
annual convention Of the Seventh
Missionary district Of the Christian
church which is to be held at Hutch.
inSOn November 1921. Elder G. NJ.
Weimer and Mrs. Minnie o. Richards
Of this city and DR.. j. E. Jeffries and
Mrs. J. G. TEombrO of Conway
Springs represent Sumner county on
the program.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Hon. Otto Eckstein was in the city
last Monday on his way from Caldwell
to his home in Wichita.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Attorney ]. c. Fuller Of Winfield
came over Sunday night on legal busi-
ness in this city.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

The city council met in adjourned
session Monday evening and adjourned
until next Friday.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

The rumOr that the wellington
joints will now be pulled should be
taken with pinch Of salt.-Caldwell
News.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Mrs. A. Branaman and Mrs. j. A.
Ray went to Wichita on Monday to
spend the day.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Harry Jones came up from Hume
well Wednesday to attend the Ha-
waiian Band concert.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Charles Stipp came in from Alva
Saturday evening to visit his parents.
He returned Monday morning,
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

H, c. Keeling, administrator Of the
estate Of Amanda Flanders, has filed
his annual account in probate court.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Lloyd Baker, son Of Mr.. and Mrs.
]. T. Baker, is reported quite sick
with scarlet fever.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

The Hutchinson News says that
10000 cattle and 10000 sheep will be
fed In Reno county this winter.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

J.C. LovingfOsS went to ArgOnia
Monday morning to do carpenter work.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Jesse Ask has rented the Walden
hotel at South Haven and will move
there from Oxford.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Grant Lane received word from
Walter Frantz who is attending school
at Maize, that the college nine was
going to play the Jamesburg nine,
Saturday, Nov. 9, and he was wanted
to catch for the college nine. Walter
will do the pitching for that nine.
With Grant behind the bat and Walt
in the "bOx" it will be q fashy bat
terry. Some from here may attend
the game.-Belle Plaine News.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Tom Murphy, an old time frontiers
man, who was for years the wagon
boss of Clusters regiment of Indian
fighters, has been elected county com.
missioner Of Sumner cOunty.-Wichi-
ia Eaplp
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Judge J. T. Herrick returned on
Tuesday from a trip to Winfield on
legal business.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Rev. Father Walsh went to Caldwell
Cd Tuesday morning to make call
on the sick.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

W. NJ. Ferguson returned Friday
evening from Kingfsher.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

W. NJ. Sasher returned from trip
north Saturday morning.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

- C.D.Burnette returned Monday eve
ming from a visit to Caldwell.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Fred NJ. Robson Of Milan was in the
city on business Monday.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

j. A. BOOkwalter brought sample
of the second crop Of pears this season
to the VOICE office last Tuesday. The
size of the pears when put in print
sounds a good deal like a fish story,
but it is true, nevertheless, that the
largest of the pears measured over
three inches in circumference. Mr
BookwalUer informed us that just
after the last heavy rainfall we had
along in the early fall season, his
pear trees came out in full bloom just
as they had done in the spring. The
bloom developed pears just as perfect
as those formed in due season. The
second crop will not ripen, however,
as the frost has already damaged
them.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

VIM. WyCOff lost four head Of cattle
last week, which he had turned into
a stalk field and A. Dorsey lost sever
al head Of cattle which had also been
running in the stalks. Whether eat,
ing the dry stalks and husks caused
the death Of the cattle is a question
that has not been settled in the minds
Of any Of the farmers who have suf'
fered lOsS.-Conway Springs Star.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Hon. A. G. FOrney came down from
Belle Plane Tuesday on business.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

being the last speaker yielded the
floor for a motion to adjourn and the
consideration of the bill was further
continued until next session. The
session that evening was very unprO-
ductive Of results yet it was an exceed
iugly good drill in parliamentary law.
Several visitors, both ladies and gen.
tlemen, were present who seemed to
enjoy the session very much. 1t is
desired that more people will visit
the sessions Of this organization.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

The court Of appeals for this divis-
ion filed a number Of opinions last
Friday. They reverse two Sumner
county cases. One is George Presbury
VS.. ]. H. Pickett, the other is the case
Of j. T. Hickman ct al. vs.. C. H. Far.
60 & Co. This last case grew out OF
the civil arrest Of Charles Randolph
at the time he failed In business here.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

S. V. R. Hull brought to this Office
some of the evidences Of the health
giving Kansas climate last Friday.
1t was two peaches, of the Heath
Cling variety, that he had taken of
the tree that morning. One was
fully developed and nearly ripe-the
second crop. He gathered a good
many Of these. The other was as
large as walnut, and of course not
matured. He gathered over a dozen
Of this kind. They are the third
crop. Nearly every rain would bring
out some blossoms. Belle Plaine
News.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

The total number Of votes cast in
Sumner county at Tuesdays election
was 1926. The highest number cast
for any one office, that Of sheriff, was
4,O9S. The number who failed to vote
for anybody for the several offices is
as follows: Sheriff, l67; register Of
deeds, 2l3; county clerk, 246; county
treasurer, 247; surveyor, POI; coroner,
321.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

John Staub, Sr., is reported quite
sick.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14

Despite the hard times financially,
the NJ. E. church is making exten.
sive improvements. Their new fur
naces have arrived and will be put in
place at once. When these furnaces
and other heating apparatus are put
in working order the facilities for
heating the large church will be am
pie enough. A large furnace chimney
is also being built this week. 1t is
expected that all the improvements
in the heating appartuS will be com
pleted this week so that the church
will be very comfortably heated next
Sunday.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1895-11-14
City and County.

Mrs. J. H. Corder is reported sick.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-12-27
CHRISTMAS ACCIDENTS.
JOHN BaCGIN ~ A FIGHT WITH
yyO. LAND SHOT LdTTER's SISTER.
The Funeral of the Late Rev. DIR. George
w. Dame Conducted With Masonic
Honors-Tbe Pall-Bearers.

DANVILLE VA, Dec. aB.-Speciai.-
Wizard Arnott. the thirteen year-oll son
Of T.. S. Arnett. had one Of his eyes
put out by Christmas fireworks last
night.
Robert Scales (colored) was arrested In
Neapolis to-day, charged with attempt AT
assault In Rockingham comfy, \. c.
yesteriay at Aiken's Summit. IN Henry
county. rohn Land and John Baughn got
INTO q difficulty. Baushn drew pistol.
and when he aimed It at Land Miss Jen-
ME Land, sister Of John Land, rushed
between the men 10 prevent the hGht.
The pistol was freQ, the BAH taking erect
In the woman $ abdomen, AMI lnilicllhs Il
wound from which she cannot survive.
Eauchn was arrested.
The funeral Of Re-. George w. Dame,
u. D., took place this afternoon from
tie Church OF the Epiphany, OF "nlch
ne had been rector for ntiy-ilNe year =
and was attended by an immense con-
course Of people. ~
THE Grand Lodge Of Masons Of Nir-
GINA. RiGht WOrshipful a. X. Couilnes'
Of Richmond, acting as Grand MASTER
attended the funeral and conducted the
Masonic part Of IT. 800. .,,o.,
and simple. and was conducted ny hct .
J. Cleveland Hail. assisted by KEY =.
H. Bryan. Of Hampton, ana keF. .. =.
Vest OF NcapOlis. ain,
a long procession Of Masons, Odd-fel-
lows Knights Templar. and ciuzeas loi-
nall-bearers were Dr. Danes four sons
bis son-in-law, and his grandson. Inc
body was laid TO rest with Masonic oIueib
in Green Hin Cemetery at > o clock.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-12-27
ILLEGED OFFER or GOLD.
Russia said To Have rendered "A Big sum.
willing to Lond $500 100000.

WASHINGTON, Dec. pa sensational
contribution to the discussion regarding
the repleplshment OF the gold reserve
was made to-day by local paper. IN
Gtory purpOrting 10 have been telegraph
ed from New Ork, which VAS, IA effect,
that Russia had offered 10 supply the
United States Government with gold 10
the amount of 800 100000 ii necessary, 10
maintain the credit OF this country.
IL was asserted that early In pecem-
Der Overtures were made by this Gov
eminent 10 Russia, Tor rcllcf, ana tnat
in the reply, which was cOuched m tns
warm and friendly terms which might be
expected from d nation that was stead
fast 10 the preservation or the Union
during the Years Of the war" Russia
offered mo less than 500. 900, 900. or about
0ne-half of her own supply or gold. The
sympathetic feeling which accompanied
her prompt response was evidenced from
the fact that she asked no interest upon
the loan. The negotiations wera In pro-
gress when the situation took a sudden
turn"
The Rothschuds are credited in the
story with having learned or these alleg-
cd negotiations, and with having sent
j. pierpont Morgan and Francis Lynde
StctsOn of New York, TO Washington.
with an offer To place at Tire Governments
disposal any amount tigac might be needed
al per cent. interest.
The story also includes the interesting
statement that Mr. Reed and the Presi-
dent are agreed on the terms OF bond
bin TO De passed I'm the House Friday, ana
that 10 william g. Whitney, OF New
York. "is 10 be intfusted the task OF
converting the Senate, which is now bit
terly hostile 10 the passage Of bond
law"
There is n good deal Of this character
OF matter In the story, ana a discussion
Of the question, for the effect on British
interests, OF an alliance between the
United States and Russia.
An afternoon paper auppiements the
story with the assertion that the Russian
Government made the offer referred 10
about eight months after Mr. Cleveland
began his second tenn, and that II sim
holds good
Cabinet officers, who have been ques-
toned to-day by newspaper men. have
been unwilling TO discuss the matter J.
Pierpont Morgan. who did not register at
a hotel when he was III Washington
Monday and yesterday. told "a friend
that be- came here simply 20 look over the
ground. and ascertain. II possible, the
trend Of public opinion.
Alexander De SOmOW. the Russian
Charge dAffairs here, said this after
noon 20 q correspondent OF the New
York Times that IL the negotiations re-
ferred 10 had taken place they would
have been carried on through TIE Rus
sian legation. and he was positive that
Russia had not offered 70 supply any
gold.
Mr. Carlisle refused 70 talk on the mat
ter, and other Treasury officials said the
story was absurd New York Times.
NEW YORK. Dec 26.--J. Pierpont Nor
gan. who has returned from Washington.
was az his office this morning. Mr. Nor
gan. when questioned. stated that he had
no statement 10 make about the bond
issue or any other matter pertaining 10
his visit 10 Washington.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1895-12-27
O'DONNELI-iCKLE.
A Pretty Home Wedding at the Residence
OF the Brides Parents.

A pretty marriage took place at !
O'Clock yesterday afternoon at the resi-
dence Of Mr.. and Mrs. NJ. J. O'Donneil.
52i north Eleventh street when Miss
Catherine O'DOnneit. their daughter and
Mr. =. AGREE. weil-known attache Of
the Atlantic Coast Line. We're made hus-
band ana wife. The ceremony was i'm
pressiVely performed by Bishop A. Van
de Vyycr, AFTER which the young couple
took the 10 train for a northern tour.
The bride was bccOmugly attircd In a
plush velvet gown, ana WAS given away
5v her hrothsr and sister.
Those who acted as ushers Wore Messrs.
Claiborne fpDS Henry O'Neill, Charles
Mahoney, and Willie Butler
Among the friends OF tne contracting
Dc rites fn attendance were Mr.. and Mrs.
Darcy. Miss Dillon Mr.. ana Mrs. Dillon.
AR saA Mrs. Kelly, Mr. Nelson Sw;th.
Mr.. Geysler, Mr. Ramon OF San Fran
cisco, AIR. ana Mr.. Phillips. Miss Phil
lips Miss Edna Rouse. Nh. and Mrs.
James Dillon, Mr. and Mrs. Sweeney.
Miss Chamberlain, Miss Caldwell. Miss
M Barry. OF New York; Mr. and Mira.
j. O'Neili. MIR. and Mrs. George Cunning
ham, Mr.. and Mrs. Lamb. Mr.. and MIS-.
William Bradley, Mr. Dorsey Morris. Miss
Kate Carroll. Mr.. and Mrs. l.icse, Mr..
and Mrs Norton, Mr.. and Mrs. r.. y.
Burke Mr.. ard Mrs Thomas Smith. Mr..
and Mrs. J. j. Redmond. Mr. and Mrs.
James J. Rankin, Mr. and Mrs. WILLIAM,
Rankin Mr.. snA Mrs. Lynch. M ana