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The San Francisco call., 1896-02-16

there" and is edged with narrow skunk,
which Is SO prepared that it has the ap-
pearance of fox. A collar-ruff finishes the
neck, which IS fastened at the back with
numerous loops in the yellow velvet.
Two or three dainty frocks will shortly
accompany pretty girl down to Santa
Barbara one of white silk with stripes of
yellow satin the low-cut bodice is draped
with yellow net, over which are appiiqued
lace roses and seed pearls almost cover
the rest of the surface. | like her toilette
OF pale blue MORE silk with its Louis XVI
coat and deep corselet of white brocade
outlined with silver. The chemisette is of
black chiffon over white satin and the col
lar band is of the same combination and
ends In chou of turquoise blue on either
side. quite lost my heart 20 gown she
has just received from one of our cleverest
dressmakers. 1t is of rose pink satin, the
skirt being adorned with ruches of black
chiffon edged with creamy lace. The
bodice of the satin is yelled with the chif-
fon, which has insertions of the lace, and
frills of it edge the ruche at the neck.
The sleeves carry out the same idea, and
best of all this is an old dress done over.
That the princess gown will be. much
worn there can be no reasonable doubt, as
at two of the smartest weddings OF the sea-
son the mothers have worn their to1lettes
so cut. One was OF royal purple velvet
opening over petticoat OF white satin en-
broidered in seed pearls outlined with
gold, the revers and vest being OF the
same. The other creation was of hunters
green velvet with front of the most exquis-
itely embroidered chiffon over lighter
green satin.
A quaint theater wrap, la Pierrot,
which would please most of US, is of white
Roman satin lined with ermine. The
"Pierrot" ruff around the neck is modi-
fed one, COMPOSED of black and white
chiffon, black under, white over, to pro-
duce a shot effect. Large black velvet
buttons go down each side OF the front;
They have pieces of silk fixed in half
sleeve form to front lining of capelike
sleeve, SO rs to be used if required in cold
weather. Cape sleeves can be lined to
match the cloak.
For early spring model hats are already
being completed in Paris. 1t is predicted
that fine, Enthusiastically woven straw. COW
ered With woodbine in the most delicate
colorlngs, perfectly copied from nature,
will be a favorite, Meadow-sweet is a
flower which is to be much used, being
springy and effective as the white, fluffy
branches lend themselves admirably to
the popular .aigrette effect. AS usual at
this season vioiets will be in evidence, as
large hats of many shaded ones, with
cachepeignes of Nice roses, have been seen
by New York correspondent, and for
o picturesque, useful chapeau can heart
lly recommend. them as they go charm
lngly with most summery and spring-like
costumes.
The craze for old English silver is in
creasing In proportion as the difficulty to
secure rare specimens increases. 1t will
soon amount to mania, as no longer do
The San Francisco call., 1896-02-16

T last San Francisco has been IN
der the spell of a great musicians
magical power and the doubling
.Thomases are trying to make US
The San Francisco call., 1896-02-16
Lean Year Sentiment.

At public tea-party recently held in one
of our country towns where Sentiments"
were in order timid bachelor was bold
enough to remind the young ladies that leap
year was upon them by offering the fol-
lowing:
Three long weary years have waited for this;
Now If you'll pop the question, I'll surely say
YES"
To which lady promptly responded as
follows:
The man without courage may do his own wooing;
May 40 his own washing and baking and sewing.
The bachelor looked despair. = Spare
Moments.
The San Francisco call., 1896-02-16

ago, are again being made by some cele-
brated shoemakers, as only such can make
cessfully. Very short women are said to
have hailed them with delight. They are
of satin or brocade and have huge buckles,
but | think we have too much sense in
America to indulge in such footgear, as
such heels are sure TO secure for the wear
ers after hours of agony, provided they do
not break their necks trying to walk in
them the first time. MARCELLA.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
DIIrOHs GRADUATES.
Nine Young People Receive Diplomas
for School Work.

special to the Reflector.
DILLON, May 1.-The graduating
exercises Of those OF this vicinity who
received diplomas at the country
school examination was held in the
Methodist church here last night and
were attended by large number not
only from this section but from Hope
and Banner. Supt. D. F. Shirk pre-
scented diplomas to the following
Clara Day, Emma Eichelberger, Viola
Anderson, Harry Koch, Alice Alexan-
der, Fred Cook, Grayce Lloyd, Glenn
Morris, Cora Homler The last named
is from Hiawatha. G. P. Buttel will
also receive diploma but was pre-,
vented from attending. A pleasing
feature Of fhe program was the sing
ing Of Mrs. H. r. Little, who favored
the audience with two solos.
A storm swept over the south part
Of the county during the evening and
was accompanied by considerable hail.
1t seemed more severe farther south.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
GOAT WAS SURPRISED.
Ladies' Call on the Workmen Lodge
When in Session.

The goat of Abilene lodge No. 90
A. 0. U. W. had a surprise Thursday
He was getting in his work on an UNI
suspecting candidate without neatness
and dispatch when he was surprised
by the appearance Of a delegation of
three dozen members Of Champion
lodge Degree Of Honor who came and
demanded admission with any for
mality whatever. As soon as the goat
could be stabbed the ladies were ad-
mitted and they made themselves
perfectly at home for the remainder
Of the evening. They were provided
with eatables and drinkables and
served delicious lunch to the en-
ioyment of the brethren who we're
not accustomed to such a pleasant
addition to the usual Thursday even
ing program. The remainder Of the
evening was spent enioyably and all
were more than pleased with the
cordial visitation from the new
auxiliary organization.
A number OF members Of the Man
chester lodge A. 0. U. W. were
present
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
DEATH AFTER SUFFERING.
Laura Slough Passes Away at Her
Parents Home.

After long years Of suffering, mem
tai as well as bodily, Laura Virginia
Slough, youngest daughter Of Mr..
and Mrs. S. Slough, died last even
ing about 6 o'clock. The end was as
peaceful as falling asleep and there
was for the first time in long years
peace in the soul Of one to whom the
world was not all joy.
Laura was born Sept. 2. 1870, in
Pennsylvania. AT the age Of 5 years
she came west with her parents. Fol
the past several years she has has
been sick great deal and for a time
her mind has been affected. But sht
fell asleep peacefully and is safe al
home in the mansions above. SHE
Joined the Methodist church wher
young and was devout member
The parents have much sympathy in
their sorrow. Funeral services al
the house at 4 p. m. tomorrow. Rev
E. Z. Tarbill officiating.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
HOW POPS WILL DO IT.
A New Plan Of Getting a Ticket
Adopted.

The Pops Of this county are prob
ably the most ingenious concoctors Of
strange and wonderful methods Of
putting up tickets at the present time
on earth. Their referendum system
Of few years past has been an as
tonisher Of central Kansas. But a
new deal is on and it's beauty. The
official explanation is published this
week. 1t is;
Anyone desiring the nomination for
any county office is to have his name
forwarded to the secretary of the
county central committee, either by
himself or two or more of his friends.
The names will be published until the
time Of taking the first ballot which
will be June 18th. All names are to
be sent in at least three weeks prior
to that time. Tickets will be printed
on which will appear the names Of
the candidates and these will be voted
on at the regular voting precincts the
same as at general election. II any
candidate receives a majority of all
the votes cast in the county he will
be declared elected. II no candidate
receives majority, the two receiving
the highest number Of votes will be
referred back and balloted on a sec
ond time.
This seems somewhat one-sided
manner Of handling things. 1t is moi
usual for a party to have anybody
"declared elected" until along earl.
in November and even then a genera
chance is given the other fellow. Blu
that is the Pop idea. The count.
convention to select delegates will b.
held June goth.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
BOND BUYERS deny.
ANSWER IN GAS BOND CASE Is
FILED.
Purchaser Claim That They Got the
Bonds in Good Faith and That
They Considered Them Safe Invest
ments.

The answer OF John W. Edminson,
who is suing the city on the gas
bonds, was filed today. He denies
every allegation Of the city's claim OF
illegal issue or that he had knowledge
Of claimed imperfection Of the bonds
He also denies the alleged action Of
the city council in refunding the gas
bonds and includes full report OF
proceedings of the council August s.
1888, with certificate Of clerk and
treasurer showing the refunding OF
the $1,000 gas bonds and $4,000 in
debtedness, $1,000 in all. He denies,
too, that he purchased the bonds from
H. c. Speer with knowledge Of their
character.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
Reception at Herington.

The Herington Times says that an
elaborate reception was given Mr.. and
Mrs. C. G. Sanborn Wednesday night.
Arthur Young, brother Of the bride,
of this city attended. The Times
adds
The reception was held at the resi-
dence Of Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Lapham
where large number Of their friends
assembled to extend congratulations
and to bid them Godspeed at the COM
mencement Of the journey Of life that
lies before them.
Delicate refreshments were served
and their many guests passed the
evening as one Of unalloyed pleasure
and enjoyment. The immense list Of
presents shows somewhat Of the est.
nation in which Mr.. and Mrs. San.
born are held by their friends.
The bride is well and favorably
known here as well as in Abilene
where she has lived nearly all her life.
She is an accomplished lady and one
Of the finest musicians the county
affords. The Times joins with theil
many friends in wishing Mr.. ant
Mrs. sanborn all the blessings Of lif'
that this world can possibly afford.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
eRAHn-AlHY TROUBLE.


The new commander OF the G. A. R.
is having trouble over his sudden
dismissal Of Maud Herald, who spent
last week here the guest Of Miss Cora
Dana. She has long been clerk Of
the adjutant generals office. Being
the daughter Of deceased old
soldier and the only support Of an
invalid mother, she has by her long
service and efficiency been regarded
as the daughter Of the department"
At the recent Beloit encampment
successful fight was made to continue
the salary Of the adjutant general at
$1,000, it is said, upon the express
condition that he would give $500 of
it to Miss Herald, as had been the
custom. When Adjutant General
Harrison turned the office over to new
officers he was astonished to hear
them inform her that her services
would be needed no longer. They
then asked her to stay in the office a
couple Of weeks, but Harrison told
her that she should not do it, and she
declined. The matter is not yet
settled. 1t is reported that Com
mander Whitney and Adjutant Cen
eral Niles will move to Topeka and
expect to conduct the office them
selves and hence want all the per-
quisites.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
How's This?

We offer One Hundred Dollars Re-
ward for any case of Catarrh that
cannot be cured by Halls Catarrh
Cure,
T. J. CHENEY 4 CO., Props,
Toledo, Ohio.
We, the undersigned, have known
+. J Cheney for the last ID years, and
believe him perfectly honorable in al
business transactions, and financially
able to carry out any obligations made
by theil firm.
WEST 4 TRuAx, Wholesale Druggists
Toledo, Ohio.
WALDING, KINNAN 4 MARVIN, Whole.
sale Druggists, Toledo, Ohio
Halls Catarrh Cure Is taken inter-
nally, acting directly upon the blood
and mucous surfaces of the system.
Price Zoe per bottle. Sold by all
druggistsI Testimonials free.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
CITY Fathers CONFER
10 OPENING OF SPRUCE STREET
AT PRESENT.
Routine Business Occupies the At
tsntion Of the Council and Several
Matters Of Interest Are Handled.

The regular session Of the city
council Friday night was attended oy
all but Shook. Acting mayor Folk
presided.
Minutes were read and bills allow
ed.
Supt- Shirk presented a request Tor
permission to move frame building
inside the fire limits on Spruce,
south Of Star livery. The council
decided that it had no right to grant
such permission.
&C. Spangler was given con-
tract for sc a month for I months to
sprinkle streets inside the following
boundaries: Cedar from railroad
north to Third; Broadway from rail-
road to Fourth; east and west from
Buckeye to Mulberry; Second street
from Hodges to opera house.
Street and alley committee re-
ported unfavorably on a petition to
open large drainage tunnels under
: the Union Pacific tracks at Mulberry
The petition for the opening Of
Spruce street from Second to A street
was denied.
Street Commissioner Davidson re-
ported 6 poll taxes worked out Aprl
$3.50.
A letter from The mayor, city
officers aud others Of Clifton asking
aid fol the cyclone sufferers was read
snd'placed on file.
Adjourned.
A special meeting will be held to
night.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
ALMOST HELD UP.
Insurance Agents More Than a Match
for HighWaymen.


1t should be specifically understood
that there is no significance whatever
to the fact that two highwaymen were
not a match for two insurance agents
Thursday. 1t is mere statement
OF fact that it was so. G. W. W.
Yates and G. G. Wyandt had been out
interviewing the people Of south
Dickinson as to their expectation Of
life and other matters and were com.
ing home in the evening. As they
turned the bend north of the Lands
place two men standing near the road
and appearing to be colored, leaped
for the horses. Mr.. Yates is some
thing Of a thinker himself and had
conscientious scruples against trying
to write any lie insurance AT mat
time Of night in that lonely place.
These scruples don't work very often,
however, and this is the only instance
in his life where he refused to talk
the matter over. He grabbed the
whip, struck the horses and before
the highwaymen were aware the team
was far past. 1t is possible that Mr..
Yates made a mistake. The men
may have only wanted to make appli.
cation for 2O-year, tontine, revers.
able, annuity-producing, non-forfeit'
able insurance policy-but the agents
don't think so.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
DIED RIPE IN YEARS.
John B. Houghtlin, Father Of Mrs
Jacob Lott, Is Dead.

Quietly as a child falling asleep
John B. Houghtlin died Thursday
of general debility at the home of his
daughter, Mrs. Jacob Lott, aged over
81 years. He was born August %,
1911, near Gettysburg, Pa. For some
years he has made his home with his
daughter here and was respected by
all who knew him. His wife Is in
Tiilin, Ohio. Two sons, D. M. and
W. H. Houghtlin, reside at Jersey
vile, Ill.,, and attended the funeral.
Services from the house at A p. m.
Saturday, Rev. DR.. F. S. Blayney
otliciated.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
For Rent or Sale.

A GAO acre fenced pasture, about
p miles east Of Woodbine, Morris
county, Kansas, about 6 miles west of
White City, just south Of the cattle
ranch and farm of Mr.. Parker, oc-
cupied by Charles H. Wells. All of
section 80, township IA, range 5,
Morris county, Kansas. viii rent for
season Of 1896 for 40 cents per acre.
Present price of land $1,000 per acre,
/ cash, balance on long time. Apply
to Leonard Everett, Council Bluffs,
Iowa, or Wilson Brothers, Herington,
Kansas. 1928
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
suNNYsIDE GRADUATES.
Ten Young People Get Country School
Diplomas.

Graduates OF the country schools Of
the vicinity Of Sunnyside were the
recipients Of certificates admitting to
the county high school Friday night.
The county superintendent was pres
ent and gave out the diplomas. There
was large attendance and well
prepared program was carried out.
it Is stated that the class was the
youngest that has graduated this
year The exercises were held at
Sunnyside church. Two graduates
entitled to diplomas were not present
Those who were on hand were: Fan
ME Woolyerton, Arthur Merrill, Viola
Grubbs, Geo. Lands, Geo. Eyer,
Walter Carkhuff, Milo Emig, Chas.
Lamon, Louie Cormack, Jos. Lehman.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
WILL BE A CANDIDATE.
s. s. Smith the Next State Senator
From This District.

County Attorney Smith, while in
town last week, informed several
friends that he will be a candidate for
the state senate from the 22nd sena-
torial district-Dickinson and Clay
counties. Manchester News.
And that is not all the story. Mr..
Smith will if nominated be elected
and will make one Of the most popu-
lar, careful and influential members
exer sitting in the upper house Of the
Kansas legislature. Don't forget that.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
ONE HONEST MAN.

DEAR EDIToR Please inform your readers
that II written TO confldentially, ] VIII mall
in a sealed letter the plan pursued by which
was permanently restored to health and
manly vigor, after years Of suffering from
Nervous Weakness, Loss Of Manhood, Lack
OF Confidence, etc. ! have no scheme TO
ext0rt money from any one whomsoever,., !
was robbed and swlndled BY, quacks until !
heaven. am now well, vigorous and strong,
and anxious TO make this certain means OF
cure known to all. Having nothing 70 sell or
send G. 0. D., | want no money. Address
JAS. A. HARRIS, Box 1907, Delray, Mich.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
Wheelwomen Organize.

A ladies bicycle club was organized
at the home of Mrs. F. B. Glimpse
last night. The following officers
were elected; Miss Lulu Hallam,
president; Mrs. Gussie Cullen, vice
president; Miss Claudia Strother,
secretary and treasurer; Mrs. F. B.
Glimpse, captain. A committee was
appointed to draft constitution and
bylaws. The club colors are cream
in connection with l.. A. W. color,
royal purple. The club promises to
be most pleasant and profitable
organization.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
Piles! Piles! Itching Piles.

SYMpToMs-Moisture; intense itch
ing and singing; most at night
worse by scratching If allowed to
continue tumors form, which often
bleen and ulcerate, becoming very
sore. SwAYNE's OINTMENT stops the
itching and bleeding, heals ulcera-
ton, and in most cases removes the
tumors. At druggists, or by mail,
for 30 cents. DR.. Swayne " Son,
Philadelphia.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
RECEIVED THEIR FRIENDS.
-Four Ladies Are AT Home to Four
Score Guests.

One Of the most enjoyable recep-
tions Of the season was that Of Mes
danes Fl. Z. Seeds, C. S. Crawford, b.
L. Strother and F. X. Strother at the
home of Mrs. Seeds Thursday after
noon aud evening. The guests were
received in parties Of thirty and all
were extended such abundant hospi-
tality as made them pronounce the
appointments perfect in every detail
There we're tasteful decorations and a
dainty lunch while the hostesses
made all thoroughly at home.
Mrs. Seeds leaves for Marysville,
Kas., where her home will be, in
about ten days and her many friends
in this city regret herdeparture.
The following is the list of guests
Mesdames M H Hewett, Frank
Ball. M B Fulton, W S Stambaugh, j
W Felty, H B Felty, John Gleissner,
JFAugustine, Harry Lifts, c H Pat
tison, W H Anderson, Arthur Edison,
is Spangler, GA Rogers H J Hodge
G O Carpenter, 0 L Moore, G G
Hawk, M d Good, W H Gleissner,
Orrin Smith, Carrie Hubbard, J R
Burton, G D Kieffer, W S Hodge, W
H Barber, j G Roger, Joe White, G 4
Northcrait, F E Nottorf, B Rrady,
VIM Cough, Hattie Mcdonald, W N
King, J S Durkee, Al Davidson, I H
Malott, R Waring, A S Seeds, W u
Nichols, | S Hallam, j S Smith, How.
ard Seeds, J A Graves, A " Rice, 4 }
Parent, Downey, Hattie McCollum,
John Johntz, Chris Johntz. S S Steel
smith, John McFadden, Frank Lott
John Lancaster, S A Cooper, H 4
Ackers, Rinehart, John Russell, + I
Strother, R M White; Misses LULU
Norris. Maggie Gore, Helen Upper
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
How to Cure All Skin Diseases. "

Simply apply "SwAYNE's OINTMENT"
No internal medicine required.
Cures letter, eczema, itch, all erup-
tions on the face, hands, nose, ect.,
leaving the skin clear, white and
healthy. Its great healing and cur
alive powers are possessed by no
other remedy. Ask your druggist
for SwAYNE's OINTMENT
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
A Good Appointment.

+. B. Glimpse has just received
notice Of his appointment, by W. W.
Webb, chief consul for Kansas Of the
L. A. w., on the transportation COM
mittee. An effort is to be made to
secure special rates for wheelmen of
the League. They can count on
Franks hearty cooperation.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
Miss Davidson Will Leave.

Miss Frances Davidson, the popular
assistant teacher in the high school,
will resume her old position as
teacher Of English in Mcpherson col
lege next year. She is a capable
teacher and Abilene will he sorry to
lose her.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
Pike Boy Seems Cured.

The young Pyke boy who was
saken to the asylum this spring is
nome, apparently as well as ever. He
vas brought back to his fathers
funeral and will probably not be re-
turned to the asylum.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
MISS ENGLE WINS.
Miss Packard Second in the County
High School Contest.

special 10 the Reflector.
CHAPMAN, May 2. - The annual
rhetorical contest Of the county high
school was held last night before
large audience. The contestants were
well prepared and gave evidence in
all their papers of having done care
full work. The program was;
Description 1.-THE Circus" Horace Winslow
Story-"Mona" ..................Et Ethel Eustace
Oration-"Black the Heel Of Your Shoe"
Observation-Disclosures. Virgil Winsow
Debate" Resolved, That Woman Has
Done More to Influence Civilization
Than Man."
Affirmative. ......,.....,.,.,,..,.,.A Alice Engle
Negative .,,a,..,,...,,s..m,,.Jo John johnson
Description might on the Battle Field"
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES, Helen Packard
Essay--"Our Modern shyocks' Annie Crouch
story-"M Mildred ......C Charlotte ), Crouch
ENSuy- W HltntT l'nhlhb ssfts'''''f''f''
......,,.....,.n.,,n. CoiIenbergcr
0ratlon-"Blots" ..............,J. Arthur look
Miss Alice Engle won the highest
rank from the Judges and received "a
volumes of books; Miss Helen Pack
ard received the second prize, the
Wavcrly novels. The Judges on de-
livery were Rev. j. F. Leary, Mrs. G..
B. Hoffman, c. II. Pattison.
The music of the evening was:
Solos, Mrs. A. j. Poor, Beta Yerkes,
Edna Mallory, Maude Bennett; duet,
Gala Ruchty, J. W. Denny.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07
Hopes Population.

The assessor Of Hope township filed
his report and shows that Hope city
has 442 population, falling off of 81
in the year. The township outside
Of Hope has 5Sl, a decrease of 80 in
the year.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1896-05-07

Mother Bernard is at Parsons ar
ranging for the building of branch
school Of the Sisters of Mt. St. Joseph
there. Only a small school will be
maintained at present. She has
just returned from trip through
Texas in the interest of the society.