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The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-08-12
Proposals for Goal and Stationery.


Sealed proposals will be received at
this Office until 8 O'Clock p. m, Sep
TENDER Z, 1896, for supplying the public
schools of this city for the school year
1869, with coal equal to the best
Usage City shaft coal, and for such
quantity of anthracite and Ouita coal
and coke as may be required Bids
will be considered for any kind of first
class coal, the mine being named, but
in awarding the contract the board
viii take into consideration the quality
OF the coal and not necessarily give the
contract to the lowest bidder. Bids VIII
be considered for supplying all the
schools Of the city, or all the schools
north of the river, or all the schools
south OF the river.
All coal must be screened, and de-
livered in such quantities. at such
times, in the coal houses, and weighed
on such scales as the board may desic-
nate, at the expense Of the cOntractor-
Each bid must enclose a certified
check for s10O. payable to the Board Of
Education. in case the successful bid
der fails to enter into contract and
furnish within three days of the time
of the award, a satisfactory bond in
the sum of $1,000 for the faithful full
hllment of the contract.
The board reserves the right to re-
ject all bids
proposals Tor stationery viii be re-
ceived at the same time and place for
300 reams, more or less, of practice pa
per Of size. quality and ruling as per
sample in this Office; and 500 gross of
No 126 pens, and 100 gross. more or
less, of No. 4O4 pens: and 100 gross.
more or less, of pencils. Dixon. Fsraer
or Eagle, selections to be made from
samples submitted, delivered at sUch
times as the board may direct.
The board reserves the right to re-
ject all bids.
By order of the Board of Education.
H. W. FARNSWORTH, Sec.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-08-12

friend of Colonel Carriers was PROPOSE
ing a fishing excursion, and the colonel
promptly and heartily expressed approval.
"We'n staht the first thing in the mon
in, sub" he said, 80 as not to lose any
mo- time than is necessary"
wen first ascertain what the condition
Of the water is. -
"Of cob Sc, if you feel so inclined But
yoh needn bother on my account. new
er dilute my bait. Washington Star.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-08-12
AT BEEKMAN's HOME.
Arkansas City Bimeta1lic Union Now
Has 4S5 Members

Arkansas City, Aug. 12.-Monday
night the Bimetallic union held large
meeting, increasing their membership
from $50 to 4S4
Papers were read on the financial
history of the Democratic party by c.
c. Craig-Republican party by Ed L.
ingsbury-POpuist party by J. c.
STANLEY
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-08-12
Engineer CLARK Reinstated.

Engineer Dad Clark of Emporia,
who was discharged from the service of
the Santa Fe some time ago for running
contrary to orders, and who came to
Topeka, two weeks ago to place his case
before superintendent of Machinery
Player, has been reinstated. Engineer
Clark is one of the oldest engineers
running out of EmpOria-
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-08-12
Braddook for state Senator.

vention of the Twenty fourth senator
iaI district yesterday afternoon nOmi-
mated J. T. Braddock for the state sen
ate over D. B. Craig, both OF Green
wood county.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-08-12
Fusion in Atchison County.

Atchison, Aug. IAN effort is being
made to effect a fusion arrangement be-
tween the Democrats and POpulists for
the AtchisOn county offices, the POpu-
lists to give the Democrats judge of the
district court and county attorney. Flu
sion will no doubt be arranged.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-08-12
Hag Ao4 Names on the Rol1.

Coffeyville, Aug. 12-FOur hundred
and four names on the roll when it was
organized Saturday night makes the
CofeyvilIe Mckinley club the largest
local club Ehat was ever organized in
the county,.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-08-12

DR.. A P. Sawyer: 1 think your med
fcine one of the grandest discoveries
that was ever made for women. We
can never thank you enough. Re
specially, Ida. c. Bradshaw. Fairfield.
Ill Frank Sim. Pharmacist. 60T KAN
sas ave.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-08-12

the Horton business men discloses the
fact that silver will have safe major
ity. The town has always given a Re
publican majority
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-08-12

box of your Family Cure for q severe
pain in my side, and was cured from
all pain Mrs Mary Jane Marshall,
Galesburg, Ill Frank Sinas Pharma-
cist, e07 Kansas avenue.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-08-12
HOME-SEEKERS'
EXCURSIONS.
Chean Rates "a Burlington Route

Cheap Aate5 Wa Burlington AOuLs
On August 4th, 18th. September 1st.
P1IrIineton Route will sell excursion
tickets at very low rates to points in
Kansas. Nebraska, Wyoming, Utah,
Black Hills and other territory. Ask
your ticket agent.
i. W. WAKELEY, G. P. A,
St. Louis, Mo.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-08-12
To St Paul and Minneapolis Via"Bur
lington Route"

Two splendid through trains each
dav from Missouri river points to the
north via the old esta blished Bur
ling Route and Sioux City line Day
train has handsome observation Vesti-
buIed sIeepers, free chair cars and
dining cars CnOrth of Council BluRs).
Night train has handsome sleepers to
Omaha, Council Bluffs and Sioux City.
and parlor cars Sioux City north.
Consult ticket agent
L. w. WAKELEY,
General Passenger Agent.
st. Louis. No.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-08-12

Appleton, M1nn.-Dr A P. Sawyer:
Dear SRI have used your Family
Cure and can safely say I have never
used anything better for kidney trou-
bic. Mrs. J. H. Craig. Frank Sim.
Pharmacist. 607 Kansas avenue.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-08-12

Take your meals at the Ladies' Ex-
change, 119 W. Sixth. Meals Is cents.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-08-12

We do mending and sew on buttons
free of charge. Peerless Steam Laundry.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-08-12

Try US on collars. We can make them
look like new. Peerless Steam Laundry
112 and Ia w. sth st. Phone 2s2.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-08-12

BY order of the Board of Education.
II. w. FARNSWORTH, Sec.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-08-12
mHE STAR GROCERY
Wholesale and Retail

That dealing here viii pay; that the of goods
always be fOUnd that pennies here there each item
share, plenty when the month has rolled
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-21
GALA WEEK.
Charleston's Annual Fall Festival
Low Railroad Rates Great Pro
gramme of An3use ments.

Cbarleston's Acnual Fall Festival, the
gala week of the year. commences on next
Monday, the 26th instant aud lasts one week.
The committee Of arrangements las provided
series of public entertainments that Will
furnish amusement and recreation for all who
vsi, the city Not day is without several
striking features and visitors of all tastes will
6nd that they were remembered when The
programme was arranged snd 20 Que will
Sud an hour without interest
The programme includes State Hose Coz
test, Fireman's Parade, Horse Rscing, Fan
tas,ic Carnival. Cadet Drill, Exhibition by
United States Life Saving Station and Free
Concerts daily
The feature of The week will be Pains
la,est and grandes, spectacular productioo,
'sStcrming of Moro Castle" The display
of fireworks will be magnificent beyond COM
parison with nything ever before seen in
this State. This alone is worth a trip 10
Charleston
During ,be week there will he nightly at
fractions at the Academy of Music, several Of
the best theatrical attractions that visit the
South having engagements.
The railroad rates have been put Gown so
low tina, the fare is but an Insignificant item
-remember that the rate is one cent mile.
Charleston will have the greatest Gala
Week 10 her history ard everybody should
be 90 hand to ebjoy The festivities provided.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-21

A quiet, but happy, Wedding occurred last
"Wednesday afternoon at o'clock q. the resi-
dence of the brides mother, the contracting
parties being DR.. P. B Pate. of GIDEON, N.
C, and Miss Lilly E. Pate, Of this city. At
the appointed hour to the strains of the wed
ding march, played oy Miss Reha Stnbbs, a
cousin of the bride, the bride and groom,
with their attendants, Capt. L ]. Hedgepe'h,
of Rowland, N c., and Miss Lou Pate, sister
of the bride, marched into the parlor wber1,
in the presence of few friends, the cere-
mouy was performed by the Rev. j. Tncs.
Pate, DID,, brother of the bride. After
the congratulations were over the bride and
groom, together with their guests, repaired to
the dining room where an elegant Eepast was
enjoyed after which the couple left on the
so train for Gibson, N. c., their future
home. and the good wishes OF their many
friends followed them
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-21
Arrested for Selling whiskey.

Thomas C. Shores, the proprietor Of the
Spring Hill Dissillery, who was presented by
the Grand Jury for selling whiskey in viola.
tion of the law, was arrested on Saturday
aud brought TO this city. he gave bond iu
the sum of $500 for appearance for trial a,
the next term Of court Mr.. Shores deposit
ed S4o0 in cash ard Capt. A. N Freelaud
signed his bond.
The charge against Mr.. Shores is that be
has sold liquor haoitually for eeveral months
and that the violation of the law has been
SO notorious and long continued that it has
become au unbearabe nuisance. The matter
was fully presented by the Grand Jury.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-21
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.
PERSONAL.

Capt. f A. Brand is in town.
Mr.. Henry Whilden, of Charleston, is in
the city.
Mr.. ". A. James, of Bishopville. was in
town Monday.
DR.. B. N. Badger, of Summertou, was in
the city Saturday
Mr. W. B. Meachsm, of Mayesville, spent
Sunday 10 this city.
Miss Dufcie Noise has gone to New York to
spend month or more.
Mrs. R q. Belser, of Summerton Is spend
ing few days 10 the city.
Mr.. J. N. Brand, Of Wilmington, N. C,
spent Sunday in the city.
Mr.. and Mrs. Edward E. Rembert are in
the city for few days stay.
Mr.. ". A. Green Of Wisacky, spent Fri
day aud Saturday in this city.
Messrs. J. II. Spears, o. c. Scarborough
aud Ed Baskin, of Bishopville, were in the city
Saturday.
Miss Nina Noise has gone to Charleston to
visit relatives aud will remain in the city
until after Gale Week.
Miss Leila Boykin after pleasant stay in
this city as the guest of Mrs. W. H. Ingram
returned to her home at Boykins Thursday
morning. Mrs. Ingram accompanied her.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-21

Human life, is held too cheaply when the
individual who needs tonic for bis system,
seeks to cover bis wants by purchasing every
new mixture that is recon- meodcd to bin.
Remember that Ayers Sarsaparilla has q
we!l-earne3 reputation of Fifty years stand
ing.
The kerosene eli sold In this city at present
is OF very Inferior qnalty aod 10 consequence ce
lamps furnish but Indifferent illumination.
The Standard Oil Company is responsible for
this state Of affairs as it has but single sup
ply tank here and keeps It filed with oil of
inferor quality aud has not supplied oil of
better quality to dealers as it would be peces-
sary TO ship the higher grade to Sumter in
barrels, or put up another oil tank If the
Standard will not supply this place with first
class kerosene it would pay some en- terprisiug
merchant to order supply Of high grade
kerosene from one of the Independent re6n-
cries and let the public know that first cla0a
kerosene can be obtained in the city.
Degar Reel Sqnad came out with the new
hose wegon and pair ct 6 o'clock Monday even
ing and gave an exhibition run from the reel
house 10 the Nixon House. Every body with.
in reach gathered on the sidewalks of Main
street to see the exhibition, and they were
we'll repaid for appetizer race has never been
made in this cit The horses came out of
the house full tilt and ran like racers withou,
break down the middle of the street to the
Ni1oo House. The Delgars have magni-
6ceut pair of horses and :hey run at the tap
of the gong as if they really enjoy the work
When Bob, the driver calls on his team to
make time there is no need Of whip, all be
has to do is to brace himself and hold the
ribbons.
The Lily Whites and Black and Tans have
buried the hatchet and there will be 90 fight
between the antagonstic factions of the o.
D. in Sumter County. Committees from the
two factions met in Walkers hall on Satur.
day and agreed on basis Of compromise as
far as county affairs are concerned: and a
county ticket was nominated. The candi-
dates were selected lmpertially from either
faction aud when the division of the Federal
Offices come to be made there will be no
sQuabble over them by Sumter County re-
publicaus. The republicans are, OF course,
coufdeot that Mckinley will oe elected and
they wish to be in position to obtain full
snsre of the patronage that will be dispensed
by the administration. The ticket is put out
without any expectation of carrying the eec-
ton, but merely for the purpose Of keeping
up the sem mblance of an organization. If Bry-
an is elected, which is growing more proba.
bic every day, the efforts of the local repabli-
cans will be cloves labors lost"
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-21
Attention Democrats!

Have yon got yeur poll tax receip'!
I: sou have. pu. il and your Registra'
tion Certificate where ycu can lay your
hands on them election day. You will
need both when you 60 to vote on Nov.
3rd.
D,n't neglect this. Don't put it off.
Attend to it to-day and if you cau''
fod your tax receipt. 60 at once to the
County Treasure. for a certificate. Il
you wait Till tomorrow you may be toe
late.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-21
Republican Ticket.

House of Rspresentatives-R Fl Richard
SOD, q Delane, Joho 4 Whi,temore, " W
Ramsey. Jr. " G Mintz.
Sheriff. q Holman
Clerk of Court-Geo W Reardon
Superintendent OF Educaiion-J G Wat
kins
Supervisor-John R Smith.
Corouer-W McDowll
The above ticket was this day agreed upon
by representatives Of both factions Of the
Republcao party in SuElIer County, aud no
other ticke; will be recognized by the Repub-
lcan voters OF Sumier Calnty.
Sunter, S. c., Oct. Il, 1895
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-21
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MARRIED.

NIL A. Bultman and Miss Belle San
ders were rn rr:ed Weduesds: afternoon at the
residence of the brides mother, Mrs San
ders, Rev ]. W. Daniel officiating. The
ceremony WAS witnessed by the immediate
family and few friends only and was one of
the ouie est of marriages. Mr. Bultman and
bride are very popular young people and
their numerous friends join iu wishing them
every happiness.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-21

"News from the Front; Army Letters OF
Personne-l8ol-l865" are for sale ny q. G..
Os;eea 4 Co., price 10 ceats The first cum
Der has Aeen received and ;he others viii
follow monthly. These letters were written
to the Charleston Courier BY F. G DeFon-
taine. and contain vivid aad accur.te de-
scriptious OF the great battles of The late war.
Every old soldier auda others interested in
the true history Of the war should read them
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-21

Mrs. Maria G. Chandler. wife of Mr. David
J. Chandler, died at 5 o'clock Saturday morn
ing in Brooklyn, N. Y. She had been in i'll
health for several mouths and short time
ago weot North and was under treatment OF
the most skillfol physicians that could be
procured aboat the 6rst Of last week her
condition became decidedly worse au1 Mr..
Chandler Immediately has'eaed 10 her bed
side 10 response to telegram She grew
worse rapidly and the end came Saturday
morning.
While the death of Mrs Chandler vas not
unexpected, the shock that the sad event
gave her many friends was none the less, Sc
rioas is their grief isoooue the easier to be
borne
Mrs. Chandler was the daughter of Capt.
and Mrs. B. G. Pierson, of tais city, and
as tut thirty years old.
The funeral services were held in the
Presbyterian Church Sunday moruiog at
II O'Clock
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-21

Mrs r NJ. Aman, of Herriots x Roade,
died this morning after brief illness. Her
death was a great shock to family and
friends. as i. was wholly unexpected. The
funeral services will be held tomorrow. Mrs
Aman was a member of Rembert Church and
was woman of estimabla Christian charac-
ter. She will be greatly missed in thec com.
muuity, as she was general fav6rite
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-21
DEATHS.

Mr.. o. E. Hodge. of Privateer township,
died at his home on Wednesday night, aged
60 years. He was member of Company a.,
5th Regiment, S. G. Cavalry, and served
throughout the war. He was inferred in the
Broadway burial ground on Thursday.
Mr.. Joseph E. Hodge, of Privateer town
ship, died last Friday. he had been sick about
two weeks with pneumonia. He was about
so years of age The funeral services were
held Saturday.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-21

AYERS Hair vigor, which has outlived
aud superseded hundreds Of similar prepaEa-
,ious, is undoubtedly the mast fashionable ss
we'll rs economical hair-dressng in the mark
ct. By its use, the poorest head Of hair sooR
becomes :uxuriant and beautiful.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-21
Horse Sale.

Fuller Bros h Brietow will sell car load
of Horses at Boyle's Stable on Thursday,
Oct. 29tb. Horses all sound, we'll broke and
good workers. Can be seen before sale.
Oct o.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-21

Joseph Joye, isfant son Of Mr.. and Mrs
Joseph D. Jo5e, died this morning at the res
ldeuce Of, Mrs. L. ". Joye. The iaterment
will take place at the cemetery at 10 "a. m.
to morrow
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-21

Tie whole story of the wonderful cures by
Hoods Sarsaparil!a is soou told. 1t makes
the blood rich, pure and nourishing. I;
cures scrofula; catarrh, rheumatism.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-21
Shot at Alcolu.

Mr. Gus Brunsou, of Alcolu, accidentally
shot himself Thursday and death ensued in
short time
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-21
w A NTS.

A DvERTISEMENTS of Eve lines or less
N will be inserted under this head for 25
cents for each insertion. Additional lines
5 cents Der line.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-21

TOR SALE-House and Lot of Five Acres
II 10 town of Bisbopville. All necessary
outbuildogs. For terms apply to j. E
Cousar, Bishopville, S. C. Oct. 2l-lts
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-08-08
Married.

In this city on Thursday evening at s
o'clock, by Rev. F. II. Drewett, George
b. Hitch and Miss Nellie j. Kidwell,
both residents of this place.
The happy event occurred at the resi-
dence Of the groom, a neat, cozy and
elegantly furnished cottage on "Piety
Hill" prepared in anticipation of the
pleasing event We here chronicle.
The ceremony vas witnessed by about
twenty members ofthe Brownie Club"
and was supplemented with such games
and social pastimes as were most ap-
propriate and enjoyable upon festive
occasions, including the wedding feast,
which a replete with all the luxuries
a~ttainable, and was enjoyed to the full.
Numerous elegant and valuable pre-
sents were bestowed upon the happy
couple, notably a beautiful and costly
rocking chair by the Brownie Club.
The contracting parties are well known
and highly respected in this community
where all. including the CHRONICLE,
earnestly hope that their future lives
may be crowned with the highest de-
gree of happiness and prosperity.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-08-08
The Ottumwa Quartette.

This highly popular aggregation OF
vocalists. whose melodious and har'
monious voices so completely captivated
the refined ear Of the late assembly Of
the Black Hills C~hautauoua, and who
also gained the highest plaudits of their
auditors in the towns of the northern
Hills, will give n of their pleasing
concerts at the opera house on Friday
evening, August 18th. The press of the
northern Hills. without exception,
speak in the highest terms of their
merits. conceding their superiority over
the Schuberts, Schumans and the Woody
Brothers, and giving them the palm
oyer all vocal troupe that have ever
visited the Hills. Referring to their
first appearance at the Chautauqua, the
Deadwood Times says:
Their opening selection was a master
piece and highly enjoyed by the critical
audience in attendance. Romeo and
Juliet" captured everybody and was a
choice number as n comical song We
voice public sentiment when we say the
Ottumwa quartette is the best that has
ever visited Deadwood. The voices are
all young and fresh and consequently
musical. They have drilled until they
sing perfectly together, giving sweet
melody TO their songs and rendering
With splendid expression and taste.
Aside from their splendid singing,
which has infatuated our people, they
ara Young men of splendil character
very genteel. modest and agreeable, and
have earned the admiration of all with
whom they have come in contact"
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-08-08

til Tuesday morning when they returned
to their prospective gold bonanzas,
which their many friends hope may
prove rich and remuneratiye beyond
their most sanguine hopes.
w. NJ. Copeland Of Hemingford, Neb.,
came up Sunday morning to join his
wife and her nother Mrs. NJ. McFadden
who have been making an extended
visit with the families Of John and ID.
w. McFadden. They all returned home
Sunday evening.
David Hunter, superintendent of the
Hawkeye Mining Company was chap
peroning some eastern friends through
attractive southern Hills points the
latter part Of last week. The party
visited Sylvan lake. with the grandeur
of which they expressed themselves as
being both surprised and delighted.
DR.. f. d. Bradley is among the
guests registered at the Kleemann from
New York. The doctor is here in the
interest of an eastern company who are
desirious of securing mica property, and
with hat object in view has been in
vestigatiugth the mines in this vicinity
with the appearance of which he is said
to behighly pleased.
II. NJ. Healey, of Newport, Kentucky,
n prominent member of the Black Hills
Water and Mining company of this city
came in Thursday, accompanied by b,
II. Morton, an experienced hydraulic
engineer of Newport, on business con-
nected with the company whose hold
ings are located a few miles west of this
place.