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Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1895-07-16
DEATHS.

WINFREE.-Mr. Julius R. Winfre,
died at his bone on the Clarksvill,
pike, four miles from the city, Satur
day morning, of dropsy of the heart
He had been in failing health fol
some time but was not regarded al
dangerously i'll. He was 80 years
old and leaves wife and three small
children. He was a son of Mr.. S. T
Winfree and brother of the Messrs
Winfree, of this city, and Casky. He
was one of eight sons, six of whom
are still living. Mr.. Winfree was a
young man of great energy. industry
and popularity. He was a success
full farmer, good citizen and a
clever gentleman.
The body was inferred in Hope
we'll cemetery Sunday afternoon aud
large concourse Of sorrowing
friends followed his remains to the
grave.
CUNNINGHAM.-Mr Geo. D. Cunning
ham, son of Mr.. Thos. P. Cunning
ham, of Maple Grove, Trigg county,
died on the 9Th inst, of pneumonia,
aged % years.
LANDER.-Mr. George W. Lander, a
prominent citizen of the Gracey
neighborhood, died Sunday morning,
in his 64th year, He had been in bad
health for some time and only recent
ly returned from a stay at Dawson
Mr.. Lander was son of the late S.
S. Lander, long a prominent and
highly respected citizen, who came to
this county from Virginia in early
life. For one year Mr. Lander oper-
ated a livery stable in Evansville and
for five years he was engaged in the
same business in this city. Later he
operated tobacco warehouse under
the firm name of Lander & Donald
son, for about four years. He then
returned to his farm near Gracey,
where he had lived for the last fifteen
years. He WAS first married to Miss
Sallie Summers. There were two
children of this union, Albert w.
Lander, of Texas, and Mrs. A. G. Nc
Gehee, of Gracey, Ky. He leaves a
second wife who was Miss Amanda
Summers, a sister of his first wife.
-Four children of this marriage sur
vivc, Ernest and George who live in
Texas, and Lucille and Summers
who are with their mother.
Mr.. Lander was Mason and
knight of Pythias and a member of
the Baptist church. He was good
and useful citizen, who stood high in
his community and commanded the
respect and esteem OF his neighbors.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1895-07-16
Camp Meeting for Kuttawa.

A camp meeting will be held at
Kuttawa this year, beginning Thurs
day, July rs, and continuing two
weeks. Big preparations are already
being made to entertain the crowds,
and dumber of prominent ministers
and singers will be on hand to take
part in the meeting. Several thous-
and people are expected to attend. 1t
is understood that the railroads will
give reduced rates during the entire
time that the meeting is in progress.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1895-07-16
CUT HER THROAT.
Mrs. DIR. Bacon, of Cadiz, Destroys Her
Life Yesterday,

Mrs. DIR. Bacon, OF Cauiz, destroys her
Life Yesterday,
Mrs. Bette E. Bacon, wife of DR..
Thos. G. Bacon, a prominent physician
of Cadiz, KY, committed suicide yes
terday morning about $50 o'clock, at
her home. She cut her throat from
ear to ear with knife and was dead
when found. At the time she was in
her room alone. Mrs. Bacon was suf-
fering from i'll health and it is believ-
ed her mind had become affected.
She had been sick for several weeks
and was very respondent. Mrs. Bacon
was formerly Miss Bette Edwards
and was sister of Mrs. DR.. Wilson,
of Howell, Ky. She was about fifty
years old and leaves two children, a
grown daughter, Miss Sudie Bacon,
and son fifteen years old.
DR.. Bacon, her husband, was down
in town, about three squares away, at
the time the sad affair occurred.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1895-07-16
Judge Grace's Srep-Mother.

CAD1z, July 13.-Mrs. Sarah Grace,
living near here, died on the 18th
inst. She had been sick quite good
while and was very old, aged 81 years
She was the mother of A. b. Grace
and the step of mother Judge ]. r
Grace. She was a consistent member
of the Methodist church, and had
been a member of tn at church for q
number of years.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1895-07-16
VIII Get Two Rewards,

A few nights ago a horse was stolen
from Mr.. r. G. Rives, of CARROTS
burg. On Saturday Mr.. c. K. Elem,
ing came upon Eugene Free, COL,
who was riding the animal. He
brought the negro into the city and
he was placed in Jail. Mr.. Fleming
will get reward of $75 for his work
$50 from the state and SIS from Mr.
Rives.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1895-07-16
Crittenden WIN Take a Vote.

Crittenden county will take vote
on the 10th inst, ON the question as
to whether or not spirituous, vinous
and malt liquors shall be sold in the
county. The Prohibitionists are max,
ing an active canvass, while the liq-
uor- men are doing little. The result
will probably be an overwhelming
dry majority. The county is wet at
present.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1895-07-16
Charged with Horse stealing.

A few nights ago some thief stole a
fine young horse belonging to Mr..
Enos Lester, of Trigg county. Mr..
Lester located the animal in Caldwell
county and on Friday last had Albert
Cleaners arrested near Princeton, on
a warrant charging him with the
crime. Cleavers was taken to Cadiz
where an examining trial will prob.
ably be held some time this week.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1895-07-16
BREATHlTT GOT 1T.
The Republicans Named Breathitt Instead
of Landes for Judge.

CADIz, KY. July 15,-The Republi
can convention which met here at ]
o'clock to-day nominated James
Breathitt, of Hopkinsville, for circuit
Judge. Of the 46 votes in the con-
vention Christian cast %. 1t was
generally expected that Judge
Landes would be run again, but the
program was suddenly changed.
MIR. Breathitt very reluctantly agreed
to make the race.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1895-07-16

1t is claimed that Lake Erie pro-
duces more fish to the square mile
than any other known body of water.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1895-07-16
CREAM OF NEWS.
IF 1T IS NEW AND TRUE THIS COLUMN
HAS 1T.

BreRthitt Nominated for Judge-suicide at
Cadiz-Horse Thieves Run Dewn-small
Fire-Four Venerable Preachers-Meeting
1T Ruttawa--Games Last Week.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
Greene The Halter.

One of the leading merchants of Phoenix, has the hansome store next to the Phoenix National Bank, filled with hats and mems furnishings. He is 8 close and careful buyer, having had an experience during many years, and has given the advantage to his custom CTS, greatly increasing his patronage, until he now is second to none in his line in the southwest. Ills store is e model of what should comprise this especial line-carrying the best goods, the latest styles which are sold at the lowest prices. gentlemanly treatment. one price to all-ia his motto and has proven his success. In addition to his other business, eighteen monts SEQ he added that of merchant tailoring under the management of Ben. T. Gillet, & cutter ard filter Of many years ex- perience. This branch has proven q success beyond his expectations and this department is crowded with work, which proves how well he pleases his patrons - the best dressed men of the territory. At the be- ginning of the present year, J. &. Griffin was given an interest n the business. Jim came to Arizona Jan. l, 1893, to take position with Mir. Greene and through his genial whole souled manner he has more friends and a larger trade among all classes than any young man in the territory. Jim is always glad to meet his friends (and all who make hls acquaintance are his friends.) In addition to his other af faire, Mir. Greene is secretary of the Phoenix Building and Loan Association and through his manageme nt it has be- come one of the best institu tions of the city. More than hundred families are living Tn their own houses who but for this association would be paying rent. Mr. Greene will explain it's workings with pleasure.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
Fred Eieinlein the Architect

Who ;s it in th,s territory that does not know this architect in brick. wood and stone, planning for builders, the foundation and finishing touches. of many elegant private and public struc. lures which please the public eye? Mir. Heinlein ia continually called away from his place Of business to bid on large contracts all over the territory and has draughtsmen busily engaged in filling his numerous orders. Such men ss Mir. Heinlein has not only been & world of hel toward the advancement of building, but hasinspired many an out lay of hard cash because of the tempt ing designs laid before a man of capital. He is authority in his business and an honor to his profession.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
About Which All Revolves.

"The Hub," a gents clothing store, is beyond doubt popular place for buyers as seen by the numerous customers coming and going continual ly. It is ndoubtedly the "hub" in that line of business. MT. Thorold- son, the genial proprietor and accom- modatinq gentleman whom one first meets on entering, has made for him. self and business an enviable reputa- tion by close application to the wants of trade, pleasing in every respect the most fastidious as well as the most un. pleasant grumbler. 1.-The Hub" may be place many go to only examine the stock, and go away perfectly satisfied with the purchases made. Tie gents clothing business have received the careful attention of this firm and sue. cess has been abundant.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
An Insurance That Insures.

Major R. Allyn Lewis, who occupies handsome offices over the Phoenix Ma tional Bank, enjoys the largest life in- surance business in the territory. He represents The New York Life, the largest insurance company in the United States. It's capital is fabulous and it's reputation world renowned. Major Lewis also enjoys an enviable reputation as business man of ability and wide influence. and combining the two success is inevitable. He has the territory of Arizona az his field to work, and be it said his insurance bnsi. ness not only increases under his un- tiripg supervision, but his friends are
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
YounQstrom & Welch.

One of the large plum blng firms of the city occupy part of the basement and are enjoying large trade owing to the pluck and energy exerted to please. They have given inducements for trade by good work promptly executed and it has been winning card which should be lesson to every man in business. Value received is whstipeople up to date want and must have and Youngstrom & Welch have taken hold of this su bjecs handling it carefully. They are con tinuaIly engaged in the plum ping busi- miss as we'll as doing timing business. They have just commenced plumbing the Ford hotel, also the Fleming build ing which alone speaks for their ability to please in large contracts. They have brawn and brain closely allied securing thereby success unbounded. When it becomes apparent as it has in this case that honesty wins, much more can be, said of success followed by carefully watching the progress of this firm.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
The sodega Billiard Parlor.

The Bodega billiard parlor, one of the most elaborate in the west, was opened for the amuse ment of the pleasure seek ing pu blic short time since. The par Tor occupies the entire northwestern portion of the basement of the Elem iug block, an area of 56z72 feet. The floor is of oak in narrow strips alter mating in color. It is finished off in dark grained oak and bronze escutch. cons while the elegant billiard tables, chairs, desks and cue racks make it as handsome as picture. The most elaborate account of this palace of amusement would not adequately de. scribe all it's glories, and it is sufficient to say that all that money or art could devise to make it the hand dsomest of it's ! kind imaginable, was expended.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
THE FLEMING BLOCK.

of the Fleming building. Mr. Early has practiced many years before the courts gaining great success and is en- toying the reputation earned by dili- gent royalty to his clients. His plea before the courts is heard and felt with respect and earnestness, and his judgment on law points is considered authority. MT. Evans is city attorney ,and although new resident is fast pushing himself to the front by his constant and close attention to business. He is already widely known over the territory. Mressrs. Early and Evans practice in all courts.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
A Leading Law Firm

Occupies the:front offices of the second floor of the Fleming building and is remembered by many clients who under their supervision got all there was in law, Webster Street and c. NJ. Frazier compose the firm. They practice in all the courts and prepare their cases with great care bringing out every point of law or fact in favor of the client. They do great deal of mining litigation having vast ex. perience in this line and are unusually successful. Judge Street occupied the bench as judge at Tombstone which has been the means of much public favor when his docket teemed with mining suits and. owing then to the flushed and boisterous times much care and nicety of judgment was Irequired. Mir. Frazier practiced law at Silverton, Colorado, where he also received & severe practical education in this same direction. This firm enjoys lucrative practice in probate court, district and supreme courts.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
Wilson and Ward.

The largest shoe deslers in the south west, occupy the ground floor of the Fleming building on Washington street, and ia known by the firm name of Will. son and Ward. Both proprietors are experienced shoe dealers and taking ad. vantage of their experience and their knowledge in this line to please the public by selling exactly what is want ed they have succeeded in monopolizing the bon ton trade of the country and city. A careful buyer. conscientious prices and accommodating service have made them the leading shoe dealers of the west. Messrs. Wilson and Ward are foremost in the enterprises of Phe. nix and are liberal in all public move. men.s. s-s-.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
La Creamerte.

One of the best as well as one of the most pleasant dining rooms in the city Is the Creamery, hereafter to be known as the Mills" House. The popularity of this place has been won by eternal vigilance on the part of the proprie- tress, Mrs. Mills, and every one re- cognizes her ability to cater to the appetites of the puShc. For years this lady kept by far the most popular house in the territory known as the Mills house on East Washington, and Eow she enjoys large custom drawn by the influence of former years as we'll AS the present reputation she has won. She is an obliging landladv, one who knows just how to please and finds nothing too much trouble to accommodate 8 guest.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
AnIce Cream Palace.

Who has not heard of Mir. Murray and his immaculate cream parlors. The pink of perfection is this resort. where on can sip ices, eat bon bons and tete tete for an hour or more over the hap penings of the day. Phoenix people are very fond of Murray and his creams and when an evening is to be spent out, he is sure to enjoy liberal patron age of time and money. This &C., commodating proprietor has made for himself name second to none in his special line of business, and when 1t is left for the ladies to say which is the most delightful resort for an evening, Murray gets the praise.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
L, H, Chalmers,

Mir. Chalmers is still young man, but has received the honor Of having been appointed to two responsible positions-city attorney and assistant attorney .gsneral-of the territory the latter office of which he now fills greatly to the credit of his profession. Mr. Chalmers is learned in law. having successfully pleaded many cases before the territorial courts and receiving concentrations from judgee as we'll az clients. He hae continuation of cases making his professional career busy as well as lucrative.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
List of Those Who Con- stitute a City Within
 Themselves.
Leaders in Law, Skillful Arti- sans, Successful Business Men and Enterprising
 Capitalists.

In every city there is corruscating or pivotal point It's sometimes nova ble and always incidental-dependent not so much upon location as upon ec' cident and that accident is the settle ment os progressive men.
 The pivotol point in Phoenix just now, and likely to be for some time, is on Washington street. between First ave nue and Second. There is no special reason why it should be SO but 1t is SO and entirely on account of the men who have settled there. z
 A little less than three years ago Hon. Jamee 4. Fleming bought certain front feet at what seemed fabulous price. He proceeded 10 erect a building, the foremost in Arizona. Mr. P. J. Cole bought some front feet adjoining and removed several old adobe structures to make way for modern brick build ing
 Dr. o. L. Mahoney displayed similar enter prise, and Judge Edward Wells of Prescott, an owner of adjoining real estate. fell in with the spirit of i'm pavement Then came Dr. ]. NJ. Ford, whose new hotel is in process of erection. All these gentlemen were the real erectors of Washington street between First and Second avenues. The pivotal point is there, but it may be changed. If so 1t will take nerve snd capital to do it.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
A Model Meat Market.

In the west, t,people are inical on the subject of meat having variety of shops to choose from and accommodat- ing market men to humor the most fsstidlous, but at last, of course, they set tie down satisfied with some particular market. Mir. Zoeckler, for years has received large patronage, and has al- ways pleased the public in the quality of meats, service and delivery. He has pastures green where he fattens his own pork, beef and mutton, and after butchering. places it in thorough cold storage that not only cools, but purifies. Mir. Zoeckler owns a large amount of property Tn the city and takes an active interest in public advancement. His success has been phenomenal, though the phenomenon may be easily ex- pialned. It is g triumph by careful level-h headed and accommodating busi- ness man.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30

west and her studio is filled with the
 many elegant paintings that have materialized under her skillful brush.
 She is signally successful in marine and animal paintings having some of the finest executions at the present time hanging in her studio. Art is not considered an essential as yet, but it will not be long before special attention will be paid to this field and when it does, Mrs. Mann will undoubtedly re- ceive her full share of appreciation.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
The Intrepid Soldier and Official.

Major Sch wartz, one of the pioneers enjoys wide circle of friends socially and politically. and has for years been placed in charge of so ne political trust. By the present administration he was appointed adjutant-generai and clerk of the board of control as well as being happy contented retired military man whose record is unslllied among his comrades of the G. A. R. This record alone speaks volumes in favor of thls man, politician and citizen.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
Territorial Auditor Leitch,

Who under the present administra- ton has filled the auditors office credit. ably and even amidst the din of battle has kept the even tenor of his way do
 ing that which his hands found to do, with fearless justice to all. MT. Leitch came to this territory seventeen years ago, identifying himself with the peo. pie and interests of that people. He has one of the largest cattle interests in the
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
A Symbol of Security.

0ne of the leading banks of the city, the Phoenix National, occupies the cor Ter Of the Fleming building, which is by far the handsomest in the territory in the way of fixtures. It was organ.
 ized in 1891 by Jas. A. Fleming. pres. ident. Since that time it has been re- oreauized with F. s. Belcher, president P. J. Cole. fret vice-president, and A. H. Harscher. second vice president
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
Mrs. Mann's Studio.

It could not be considered complete description of the building that holds all these offices, stores etc. without paying especial court to the beautiful little studio of Mrs. F. Mann. She has been continually paint ing for the last two years, mostly the wild and untamed beauty of this woolly
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
L. w. Morgan, Arizona's Assayist
 and MetaIlurgist. ~

and MetaIlurgist.
 This gentleman is She mining expert of the west and enjoys lucrative office as well aud sn enviable reputation. He occupies offices in the Fleming building, representing the Golden Cliff Mining and Milling Co.,, being pres ldent Of the same. MT. Morgan has travelled sll over the world carefully ex. anining the different form ations of the mineral world. gathering unbound in- formation that could not help aiding him largely in gathering up the gold from the dross of his large belt of min- ing country. He has many rich claims some of which are now negotiated for bv wealthy mining men.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30

with c. H. Hall. cashier. The paid up capital is $100.000 and United States bonds to secure deposite, $50,00c. It enjoys the full confidence Of large patronage. as well as that of the people at large.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
A. J, Da22S,

A lawyer of ability and success was first brought into this world of law and techicalIties in Scotland county, N. Y.. in the year 1858. He received a good fundamental education in the Kirks- ville normal school, 6nishing his school career in Columbia University.
 in his native state. His keen judge ment and legal knowledge gathered by hard study and close observation won for him an enviable reputation in the legal world. He practiced in Chicago
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30

valley and has done much in public way to favor cattle men in all parts of this country. He is highly esteemed by all, as man of great worth in all public questions.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
The Racket.


 Who does not know the Racket? A complete store of fancy dry goods, millinery, etc. This store in the Elem ing building has received many words of praiee from their large trade owing to the accommodating proprietress Mrs. D. w. Sparks, who stood at the head of leading millinery store in Chicago for years and catered to 8 most fastidious trade greatly to her credit. Her dainty display of millinery crowds ber windows during the seasons and is con ducive to large patronage as it is inn possible to pass by this array without going in to ''price"which means to buy. They have been noted for years for giv. ing low prices on goods which has made It easy to call again and examine their stock for another bargain just as good. They will re-stock their store this fall with an elegant lot Of millinery which will doubtless receive universal patron age.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30
The ForS.

4 rapidly growing improvement is the Ford, an elegant hotel that will add greatly to the appearance of West Washington street. Such an enterpris- ing capitalist as its owner, Dr. Ford |, cannot help holding up this end of the city to an enviable public. The Ford will he three story structure, of magnificent design. In September it's doors will be thrown open to the pub lie. The contractors and builders, Evans & Hammer, have gained through their many completed contracts an en- viable reputation, are now overwhelm- ed with contracts signed way ahead for future work. Dr. Ford figured largely in the financial circles of Kansas City 8 short time ago.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30

added daily to his books as advocates of his cause, showing confidence in his ability to render them an absolute ser. vice thereby.
Arizona republican., 1895-06-30

Pierce Evans and ]. B. Early.
 J. B. Early and Pierce Evans occupy law offices together in the second floor