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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27
.EsIRABLE PROPERTY FOR SALE.

For sale, on easy terms, tho fine DWELL
ING HOUSE and spacious grounds situated
at the southwest corner of Pitt and Prince
streets, in the city of Alexandria, the late
residence of Robert A. Cline, deceased. This
is one of the finest properties in the city of
Alexandria, is in an excellent state Of repair,
and in every way, by reason of its location
and otherwise, desirable as residence For
information as to price and terms of sale, ap-
ply at III south Fairfax street, Alexandria,
Virginia. JAMES 3. CATION,
myS If Attorney for Owners
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27

NOTICE is hereby given that the annual
IN meeting of the WASHINGTON REAL
ESTATE COMPANY will be held in the
principal office of the company, No. 313 King
street, Alexandria, Va. on the FIRST MON
DAY IN JUNE, (1stl 1896, at / o'clock p
m., for the election of officers for the ensuing
year, and transaction of such other business
as may constitutionally come before said
meeting Books for the transfer of stock will
be closed on Wednesday, May Goth, to Mon
day, June 1st, both dates inclusive By order
of the Board of Directors.
my132 " C. F. RAMSDELL, Secretary.
TINE STOCKHOLDERS OF THE AMERI-
Il CAN BUILDING AND LOAN ASSO.
CITATION are hereby notified that the annual
meeting of the stockholders of said association
will be held at the principal office of the as
sociation, 216 King street, Alexandria, Vir-
ginia, at two o'clock p. M, on WEDNESDAY
June 3, 1896.
By order of the Beard of Directors
F. VINAL,
NJ. V. TIERNEY, r. 49,.
SAMUEL NJ FRAZIER, la N0iD
NOAH w. HALEY,
my15 1aw3w
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27
CANDIDATES.

To THE VOTERS OF ALEXANDRIA
Il CITY, respectfully announce myself
an independent candidate for CITY SER
GEANT at the general election, MAY 29TH,
and would be thankful for your support
my25 st EDWIN II. SCOTT.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27

NIANTED-AN AGENT in every section
w to canvass 81 to $5 day made, sells
at sight; also a MAN to sell staple goods TO
dealers, best line $75 month. Salary or
large commission made, experience unneces-
sary. CLIFTON SOAP & MANUFACTUR.
ING CO., Cincinnati, O. oct26 1aw1y
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27
Encourage Home L:.-..r..-s.
DISEASES OF THE SKIN.

DISEASES OF THE SKIN.
The intense itching and smarting Incl
(sn; to eczema, letter, salt-rheum, and other
diseases ofthe skin is instantly allayed by
lgpying Chamberlain's Eye and Skin
ointment. Many very bad cases have been
permanently cured by it. 1t is equally
,tccnt for itching piles and favorite rem
5iy for sore nipples; chapped hands, chill
5dins, frost bites, and chronic sore eyes.
Fyr sale by druggists at 25 cents per box.
TryDr. Cady's Condition Powders, they
le lust what a horse needs when in bad condi-
ton. Tonic, blood purifier and vermifuge.
Foe sale by L. Stabler & Co.. Druggists.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27
AUCTION SALES.
By 3. F. Knox. Auctioncer.
GALE OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE

By virtue of decree of the United States
Circuit Court for the Eastern District of yir-
ginla, entered on the Doth day of December.
A. d., 1884, in chancery cause therein de-
pending wherein Geo. w. Leach, who sues,
&c, was complainant and the Fidelity Build
ing and Loan Association OF Washington, D.
c., was defendant, the undersigned will sell
at public auction on
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27
75C BROCADED BLACK TAFFETA
SILKS SOC.
BLACK GOODS BARGAINS.

3 pieces of excellent Black Henrietta, 4O
inches wide, color as perfect as any high
grade black material. Value 19c. Remem-
Der these are 40 inchs wide, and fine twill.
Price for this weeks sale 9asac.
Again for this weeks sale 500 yards OF
Wool Nuns Yelling, just the thing for cool
summer dress colors black, cream, light blue,
and pink. 25c value at 9a.c.
1000 Sd Mosquito Netting. colors pink.
blue, buff, red, white and green. This weeks
sale at 5as.c per yard.
1000 yards yard-wide Percalg in neat
stripes and figures. 10c value at 5aac.
25C INDIA LINEN AT 121aC.
Fine and Sheer India Linen that should at.
tract buyers from every section of the city.
Regular 25c India Linen cut this week to
12lbc.
2oC MATING 15C.
10 Rolls of Heavy Jointless Mating, in
small patterns. Worth 20c st 15c per yard.
CSC PEQUoT BLEACHED sHEETING
16 CENTS.
Every housekeeper knows the value and
quality of Pequot Sheeting We place on
sale Monday 500 yards worth 25c at 16c
per yard.
EVERY ITEM a BARGAIN.
69c White Bed Spreads at 47c.
soc Lace Curtains for 39c per pair.
sc Belt Pins, black and silver, for lie.
121hc Belt Buckles, black only, for sc.
2Oc Shirt Waist Sets, black and silver, for
1Oc.
25c Silk Windsor Ties for 2lhc
1Oc Bleached Huck Towels for sc.
Ladies' Pure Linen Collars and Cuffs for SC.
Mems and Boys Sweaters for TIC.
Odd Lot Ladies' Lisle Gloves black and
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27

THE ANNUAL MEETING of the Stock.
4 holders of the SAVINGS INVESTMENT
COMPANY will be held at the company's
Office, 12S south Fairfax street, Alexandria,
Va, MONDAY, June 1st, 1896, at o'clock
.. m. W. F. LAMBERT.
my16 2awtd Secretary and Traasnrer
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27

L1OR SALE.-A VALUABLE HOUSE and
~ LOT on south Royal street, between
Prince and Duke streets, formerly the resi-.
dence of the late Mr.. Allan c. Harmon. This
property fronts on Royal % feet 8 inches, by
depth Of 125 feet to a large lot in the rear
which is about 80 feet wide by 80 feet deep /;
the To- cation OF the property makes it very
desirable for home. The lot in the rear will
be sold separately if desired.
marco If O'NEAL & LUNT.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27
MEETINGS.

THE ANNUAL MEETING of the Stock.
Il holders of the NORTH WEST ALEX
ANDRIA IMPROVEMENT COMPANY will
be held at the Office of the company, No. GIG
King street, Alexandria, Va, on JUNE 9TH
next, at 12 o'clock m. By order Of the Presi-
dent. 3. F. KNOX,
my25 eotd Secretary.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27

UTANTED FOB U. S. ARMY-ABLE-
w bodied, unmarried men, between ages
of p and 30 citizens of the United States, of
good character and temperate habits, who can
speak, read and write English For informa-
ton apply, preferably by letter, to Recruit
ing Officer. Washington Barracks, D. c., or
Fl Myer, Va. apps eo1u30
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27

DANNER HAMS, small sizes, and of su.
ID perior qr1lity, for sale by
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27

A BEAUTIFUL assortment of Amoskeag
n Dress Ginghams, just received to sell at
61bc, at A. C. SLAYMAKER'S.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27

NOTICE TO sToCKHoLDERs.-All per.
IN sons holding certificates of stock in the
WASHINGTON TIMES COMPANY are
hereby notified that the annual stockholders
meeting of the Washington Times Company
will be held ut the office of c. c. Carlin, esq
on SATURDAY, June Goth, 1896 at .
o'clock p. N. By order of the Board of Di
rectors. JOSEPH z. POTTER,
my20 I'd Secretary.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27

HEREBY announce myself candidate
i for the Office of COMMONWEALTH'S
ATTORNEY to be voted for at the general
election May 2Sth.
myS WI. z. FENDALL.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27

ITO THE voTERs.-I respectfully solicit
Il your support for reelection to the office
of CITY SERGEANT, to be voted for on
MAY 2STH, 1896.
my9 I'd W. h. SMITH, City Sergeant.
YNO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF
l. ALEXA ANDRIA, Val respectfully
announce myself candidate for reelection
to the Office of COMMONWEALTH'S AT
TORNEY at the general election May %.
my9 I'd LEONARD MABBURY
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27

MAXIMUM, Minimum, Clinical, Standard
IX1 Dairy and Brewers Thermometers
Hydrometers, Aneroids, Barometers, &C., fux
sale by e. g. LEADBEATER & SONS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27

D DRoMANGELAN, 2 gross, Bromangelan
ID Lemon, Orange, raspberry and Straw.
berry Flavors, received to-day by
g. MJIRTRN
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27

A FINE LINE OF MEMS DRESS
n SHIRTS, laundered and unlaundered,
best at lowest prices, at
&C. sLAYMAKER,s
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27

A SPECIALLY GOOD VALUE, MEDI.
ACATED UNDERWEAR at 81, just re-
ceived at
&C sLAYMAKER's.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27

~ ENUINE PORTO RICO MoLAssEs,
VI choice quality, just received by
J.C MILBURN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27
FOR SALE OR RENT.

EoR SALE.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27

A HANDSOME ASSORTMENT OF SILK
II BOWS Just received at
A. G. .SLAYMAKER'S.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1896-05-27

DREsDEN GLOBES for Banquet and Bou.
~ doir Lamps. new lot just received
and for sale at low prices by
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03
Letter From Wisconsin.

| Jaynsviils, Wisconsin, Nov. p. 1895
EDITOR DEMOCRAT:
| promised you when leaving Great
Bend that would write you on reach.
ing my destination. left Great Bend
last Monday two weeks ago; spent
two days in Kansas City; also took in
sights in st. Joseph, DesMoines, Du.
buque, Sycamore and Beloit. landing
here in Jaynsville Sunday noon. saw
no country in my travels that beats the
wet Walnut valley. The farmers here
in this part of Wisconsin all raise tame
grasses-thimothy, clover and blue
grass. This is one score above our part
OF Kansas. Corn. barley, potatoes and
tobacco are extensively raised he Re.
They have three brewries that consume
all the barley raised in this country.
Jaynsville is considered as one of the
most beautiful cities in the state, and
at this writing one of the most thriving
IN the northwest. It's population in the
census of 1896 gives it near ze, 900; it
is located on one of the most beautiful
rivers. Old Rock, giving it an abund-
ance of water.power. The citY's bust
ness blocks are the latest designs, and
most substantial in the state; its streets
are paved from limit to limit with Mac.
adam and its more prominent ones are
traversed by electric cars. It is lighted
both by electricity and gas. Its private
residences cannot be surpassed. Its
manufacturing facilities are not second
rate. Among its numerous attractions
in the summer are an hours ride on
the water to two of the most beautiful
parks to be found, both filled from ma.
lures hands. The city is well provided
with churches, and indoor amusements
well to be proud Of Its railroads facil-
tiles enables one to travel anywhere
aud at any time. 1t is rightly nick
named as ssThe Bower City of Wis.
consin.''
Very Truly Yours,
CLAY H. LUCAS.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03
First published in the DEMocRAT Nov %, 1896. ]
SHERIFF'S SALE.
STATE OF KANSAS,l
BARTON COUNTY.
J. P. Byers

David Schmidt and Eva Schmidt.
PY virtue of Special Execution to me directed
- and delivered, issued ont of the Goth District
Court If State of Kansas sitting in and for Bar
ton County, in said state, will, Monday Decem-
Der 18th. A. d. 1896. at the hour of 10 O'Clock
CT said day. at the Court House West door in Great
Bend city in the County and State aforesaid, offer
public sale and sell to the highest bidder for cash
in hand the following described real property to-
witt
The north half of the south west quarter IN "A OF
" ID of section No. twenty two (22l in township
No. twenty f20) south of range fifteen l15) west of
9th p. NJ, In Barton County Kansas.
Said property to be sold as commanded by the
ssid Special Execution.
L. p. ABER. Sheriff.
Sheriff Office, Nov. 25. 1895. se-4o
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03
4 BOOK FOR CHRISTMAS.

q through the pages shows profusion OF
pictures appropriate to the season and at
tTactiye enough TO please at any time The num-
Der opens with sketches of the Holy Land, very ap
propriateiy called 1.-THE Cradle of Christianity
written by Dr. Thomas Hughes, who has long
been student of that region, and writes from the
observers point of view. New and beautiful pic
given, fully illustrating the article and
making it fine feature for Christmas publication.
'.Old-time Christmas in Dixie, charmingly writ
ten by Mary Annable Fanton, describes the quaint
old Southern darkey in the Christmas atmosphere.
which brought out all his best qualities and deyel-
Hemick furnishes five full-page illustrationsfor
the article which show his nice appreciation of the
negro character. and the other illustrations not
less Interesting and characteristic.
Under the title "a Poet of Many friends Edwin
c. Martin gives short sketch OF Eugene Field, in
which he dwels particularly upon Fields personal
characteristics and his warm friendships with men
and children Six attractive pictures illustrate the
text.
Among the other illustrated articles are, lively
description of winter fishing through the ice, by
j Herbert WEIGH, short OF the great emotional
actress. Eleanora Duce, by Arthur Hornblow. and
interesting symposium of comments upon
christmas Customs in Several Lands" by prom
inent people who know them from personal exper.
fence. deacon simpsons Trip y by Kate Erskine,
number, s'The Fatal Knot-hole,' the story in
'-Our Giri's department. has touch of pathos that
will appeal TO every one.
The departments good as usual and contains
useful suggestions for Christmas presents, for the
furnishing of the diRing-room and other practical
matters pertaining to dress, fashion Health, and the
household
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

On last Saturday Edgar l.. Evans.
of Kansas City. Kansas, and for a
number of years foreman Of the DEM
OCRAT Office, was appointed receiver,
under $4,000 bond for the Kansas
City Tribune P rintiDg Co. The Trib-
une is at present the official newspaper
of Kansas City, Kan, and has large
business. Edgar's many friends here
ing in that city.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03
CLAY H. LUCAS.

Neither the democrats or populists
have representation on the contest
board which will take evidence in MINI
ock's contest fiasco. Will the public
endorse such one-sided court? We
think init
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

just while you think about it send
us bundle of your laundry work and
be convinced that our work is as good
as the best. Our prices are for shirts
any kind 10c; cuffs per pair &c; collars
Sc; ladies shirt waists 15c or two for
25c. At River Side Steam Laundry.
PRITCEARD s. Sons, Props.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

Shooting John rabbits ia profitable
sport, about Ellinwood.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

Two Pawnee Rock men met on cleo
ton day. Have you voted?' asked
one of them. Il guess so," replied the
other. They gave me map of Kan
sas and l made few marks on it and
gave it to man who put it in cider
barrel. [ don't think much OF this
ostrich system of voting.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

w. F. Honnen has been suffering
with severe attack of quincy, the
past few days, but is slowly recovering
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

Five feet of snow in. South Dakota.
Wen stay in Kansas, thank you.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

Everybody who attended the show
at the opera house last night WED
nesday) speaks we'll of Chatterton's
players. You will be assured good en-
tertainment tonight, in ''Trilhy."
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

Buy steel skates at the Great Bend
Implement Co. Get their prices, they
sell cheaper than anyone.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

The small COY who has pair Of
skates is now in his glory-and occa-
sionally in the water up to the belt.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

The farmer sells at wholesale and
buys at retail. The small merchant
buys at wholesale and sells at retail.
The retail price is always higher than
the wholesale price.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

Rev. Asa CountrymaE, father of
Mrs. Will Osmond, came up from Gal
weston, Texas. last Friday evening,
and will remain with his daughter
here for awhile
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

Elsewhere see call for meeting of
the Bryan Free Silver Club, at the
court room. Saturday, evening of .his
week. Every man who is '-strong in
the faith should be present.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

See our cheap sewing machines
Have you seen our Aluminium ware
THE GREAT BEND IMPLEMENT &C
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

Hooper s. Co. have few things to
say to you in our advertising columns
khia Uaok
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

John Bement came down from
Pawnee Rock to swap stories with old
friends, and TO see if any stray conf
dence" had wandered down around
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

The Daughters Of the King" will
give a "Hi-Art" Party and Mystery
Lunch at the Morrison Friday Even
ing Dec. 4th, 1896. admission cents
Refreshments 10 cents.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

A Washington man killed his fami-
~ physician. The jury decided he
acted in self defense.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

Col. G. L. Jones was over from the
Cheyenne, Monday, having in poses
sion search warrant with which
he hoped to apprehend some stray
.scOnfidence''
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

See "Trilby", at her best, at the
opera house tonight, Dec.3d. Tickets,
Is, 80 and so cents.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

Greene, Friday, Dec. 11th-for three
DAYS OniV
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

You can save money by subscribing
for any prominent paper or magazine
at the postofice.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

The finest Christmas present out is
one of those up TO date PiatinO photo
graphs, to be bad only at Smiths.
Dates from November 30th, to Deem
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

Patronize our own boys and girls,
Saturday night Of this week, at the
opera house.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

Say, don't you wish you had taken
our advice and look ed after that pump
little closer?
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03
LOCAL BREVITIEs.

LOCAL BREVITIES.
] Shooting John rabbits ia profitable
sport, about Eliinwood.
Five feet of snow in. South Dakota
Wen stay in Kansas, thank you.
i Hooper s. Co. have a few things te
Isay to you in our advertising columns
this week.
DIR. ". A. Phillips. at the Hotel
Greene, Friday, Dec. 1lth-for three
days only.
Patronize our own boys and girls,
Saturday night Of this week, at the
opera house.
Say, don't you wish you had taken
our advice and look ed after that pump
a little closer?
You can save money by subscribing
for any prominent paper or magazine
at the postoffice.
See "Trilby", at her best. at the
opera house tonight, Dec.3d. Tickets,
Is, 80 and so cents.
a Washington man killed his fami-
~ physician. The jury decided he
acted in self defense.
Buy steel skates at the Great Bend
Implement Co. Get their prices, they
sell cheaper than anyone.
The small Doy who has a pair of
skates is now in his glory-and occa-
sionally in the water up to the belt.
w. F. Honnen has been suffering
with severe attack of quincy, the
past few days, but is slowly recovering.
See our cheap sewing machines.
Have you seen our Aluminium ware?
THE GREAT BEND IMPLEMENT Co.
You cannot prepare for the holidays
without calling on W. D. Gould and &
Co. See what they have to say in their
advertising space. !.
P. p. Damn, of near Pawnee Rock,
was doing business in Great Bend
Monday, He reports wheat in SPLEEN
did condition in his locality.
We still have few heating and cook
stoves left and can save you money by
buying our line Of stoves.
THE GREAT BEND IMPLEMENT Co.
Five bushels of shelied corn, if de,
livered before December 18th, will pay
for the DEMOCRAT one year. How
many farmers will take up this banter?
William Gagelman, newly elected
justice of the peace for Clarence
township, was in to file his bonds Mon
day. Clarence boys must now walk
chalk.
Peter Brack. of Olmitz, was down to
the county seat Tuesday. Mr.. Brack
is one of the solid men of Barton coun.
ty who succeed in spite of the hard
times.
The finest Christmas present out is
one of those up to date Platino photo
graphs, to be bad only at Smiths.
OaL0S iTOm NOF0nDST QUIZ, LO OSC6m-
Der 9Th.
John Bement came down from
Pawnee Rock to swap stories with old
friends, and 20 see if any stray conf
dence" had wandered down around
the Bend.
Col. c. L. Jones was over from the
Cheyenne, Monday, having in poses
sion search warrant with which
he hoped to apprehend some stray
''cOnf1dence."
Rev. Asa CountrymaE, father of
Mrs. Will Osmond, came up from Gal
weston, Texas. last Friday evening,
and will remain with his daughter
here for awhile.
The farmer sells at wholesale and
buys at retail. The small merchant
buys at wholesale and sells at retail. |
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

You cannot prepare for the holidays
without calling on w. D. Gould and &
Co. See what they have to say in their
advertising space.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

p. Damn, of near Pawnee Rock
was doing business in Great Bend
Monday, He reports wheat in SPLEEN
did condition in his locality.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

Peter Brack, of OlmitZ, was down to
the county seat Tuesday. Mr.. Brack
is one of the solid men of Barton coun.
ty who succeed in spite of the hard
times
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

We still have few heating and cook
stoves left and can save you money by
buying our line of stoves.
The GREAT BEND IMPLEMENT Co.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

Five bushels of shelled corn, if de
livered before December 18th, will pay
for the DEMOCRAT one year. How
many farmers will take up this banteri
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1896-12-03

William Gagelman, newly elected
township, was in to file his bonds Mon
day. Clarence boys must now walk
chalk
The Roanoke daily times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1895-1897, 1896-02-15
ACADEMY OF MUSIC.

"rhe Black Crook" Given Before Small
Audience Last Night
II the success of last nights perform
snce OF "The Black Crook" had de-
pended on those cast for the speaking
characters, 10 would have failed most
signal1y; for more smateurish per-
formsnce has rarely, If ever, been seen
on the professional stage. Happily,
however, the terpsichorean and speciality
features were excellent, and made bear.
able what would otherwise have proved
q bum" production.
The ballet WAS one of the best trained
that has been seen at the Academy, and
IT WAS graced with the presence of a
first GLASS premiere assoluta, whose solo
performances were msryels OF grace and
rhythm ical motion.
The specialties were refreshingly new
and up to date, the best features being
the witticisms Of J. W.World, and the
feats OF jugglery by Valores and De Hol.
us. The play was gorgeously staged;
the scenic effects particularly in the
transformation scenes being beautiful.