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Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-12-30
RARE SELF.SACRIFlCE.
Prisoner In the Cincinnati jail Secret,
Food to Feed His Loved Ones.

Prisoner In the Cincinnati jail secretea
Food to Feed His Loved Ones.
CINCINNATI, Dec. 49, Charles Manlin,
horse trader, was taken to the county
Jail Monday night, charged with
burglary. He claims to have received
stolen goods in a trade. Instead Of
eating with the other prisoners, he
slipped the food into his pockets
When his wife with several babies
called to see him, they waited until
they thought they were unobserved,
and then he handed her the food. The
matter was called to the attention of
local charitable organizations and
when the prisoner was told that his
family would be provided for he ate
ravenOuSlv.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-12-30
THE LOUD BILL.
A Measure to Stop the Yearly Deficits of
the pOst Once Department.

A Measure to Stop the Yearly Deficits of
the post Once Department
WASHINGTON, Dec. 2S.-Chairman
Loud, on the committee on post Offices,
has been working during the recess on
the report of the committee on the
Loud bill and has practically COM
pleted it. He believes that the meas
ure will effect saving Of at least Sl0,-
$1,000 annually and will wipe out the
enormous deficit that confronts the
post Office department every year. Mr.
Loud believes that the bill is much
stronger this session than last and,
while not absolutely confident, believes
II will finally carry.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-12-30

KANSAS Cry, Mo-, Dec. 20. The Kan
sas State Real Estate ASSOCIATE sew
eral weeks ago decided to open per-
manent exhibit of Kansas products in
this city. II. c. Owen, Of Beloit, was
placed in charge. Samples of the pro-
ducts of Kansas counties are coming in
slowly and are being arranged in the
Nelson building Crawford county has
sent in fine exhibit, composed prin.
cipally of lead and zinc ores and coal
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-12-30

SAN JOSH, CAL, Dec. M.-Amazon
Hernandez, Mexican woodchopper,
was in the habit Of carrying giant
powder cartridges IN his pockets, as
he frequently used them for blasting
tree stumps. Yesterday he tripped
and fell, knife in his pocket struck
q cap and nine explosions followed in
Quick succession. He will die.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-12-30

CHELSEA, !. T., Dec sS. Last night
while Rev. J. E. Wolfe, an 'evangel.
ist,' was attempting to expose ma
sonry, an orchestra, at the request
Of prominent citizens, assembled in a
store beneath the hail and played so
loudly as to drown the speakers voice.
This is considered as q warning to
Wolfe, who is deposed mason, to
leave town at once or suffer the con.
sequences
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-12-30
Low Rates for the Holiday,

KANSAS CRY, Mo-, Dec. M--Holiday
rates have been made as follows be.
tween terminal cities: Kansas City to
Chicago and return, sl5; one way be-
tween Kansas City and Chicago, $3.50;
Kansas City TO St Louis and return,
~; one way between Kansas City and
St Louis, IS; Chicago and St. Louis To
Omaha, &&.7n
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-12-30

ST. LOUIS, Dec. 2S.- Recently Miss
Gertie L. Lewis, l6-year-old high
school girl, eloped with Sam Frazer
and they were married. She continued
to go to school as usual until yester-
day, when Mr.. Saldan, the school SUI
perintendent, informed her that, be-
ing married woman, she could not
longer continue as a pupil. She may
appeal to the law, as she insists on
completing her studies.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-12-30
Carrs Hanging VIII Not BE Photographed

Carr's Hanging Will Not Be Photographed.
KANSAS CITY, Mo-, Dec. 27.-Carr, the
murderer, will not be photographically
hanged for the delectation of the peo-
pie Of Kansas City for some time. The
Edison company, which was advertised
as sponsor for the proposed entertain
ment, advances as a reason that the
films bearing the reproduction Of the
execution of Carr have been 'lost by
the express company" while en- route
to this city.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-12-30
Prices Already DemoraIixed.

TOPEKA, Kan, Dec 27.-The fight
instituted against the Wholesale job
bers, association Of Kansas at Chanute
some time ago for the violation Of the
antitrust law has already had the ef-
feet of demoralizing prices on card"
goods. A wholesale jobber stated that
all houses were cutting prices on trust
goods of all kinds, and that no effort
was being made by the manufacturers
20 oton IL
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-12-30

Rink Hale was arrested at Oakdale,
Ok, on the charge Of leading the gang
which robbed Rock Island train near
Chickasha, l. T., recently. 1t is said
that AL Jennings, who was accused Of
the crime, Is innocent
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-12-30
granted.
DURRANT'S CASE.
Attorneys for the Convicted Murderer to
Make Three More Moves


Make Three More Moves
SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 2S.-The attor-
neys for Theodore Durrant, under sem
tence of death for the Emmanuel
church murders, have filed notice that
they will ask for a change of venue
from the recent order of sentence by
Judge Bahrs, on the ground that the
court is preiudiced. An appeal to the
governor for a Communication of SEN
tence will also be made on the ground
that a review of the correlation of the
Blanche Lamont and Minnie Williams
cases should be made, Another effort
to get the case before the federal
courts will also be made.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-12-30
Says the Law Was Altered.

ToPEKA, Kan, Dec. 27.-Attorney
General Boyle believes that the law
under which United States Judge vii.
liams decided that Webb McNall, SUI
perintendent Of insurance, had no
right to refuse certificate to solvent
insurance company, was altered so as
to favor the insurance companies after
it was passed by both houses Of the
legislature and he asks the supreme
court to investigate.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-12-30
Ladies Going to California

Want, above all else, comfort en-
route. This is only one of the many
distinctions of the California Limited,
Santa Fe Route. Apply to W. J.
Black, G. P A., Topeka, Kas., G. A.
Higgins, A. G. P. A., Chicago, Ills,
orW. X. Robertson, Agent, Abilene,
Kas.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-12-30
ENTIRE "ouTFIT" FOR $40.
A Michigan Man Disposes OF His Wife and
Home to Nival

Home to II isival.
LANSING, Mich, Dec. ~. Charles
Bishop, of Mason, whose domestic hap
piness has been destroyed by the visits
of Bert Carpenter, signed an agree
ment to relinqulsh all claim to his
household and its effects for $lO
He received the cash and came to
this place, where his father lives,
leaving Carpenter in possession. Mrs.
Bishop recently advertised in matri-
monial paper and, it is claimed, re-
ceived money from men in Montana
and Florida and then refused to 60 to
them,
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-12-30

The Kansas State Hotel.Keepers' as
ISOLATION, In annual session at Empo-
ria, elected J. N. Bent Of Salina, presi-
dent.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-12-30
DEADLY DUEL OVER A WOMAN.
Two Men at Alton, ILL.,, Fight Desperately
with Knife and Pistol.

with Knife and Pistol.
ALTON, ILL.,, Dec. 27.-Mac Clay ton
and Jefferson Parks, both Of Upper
Alton, fought duel to the death at
the latter's home over woman.
Both will die. Two years age
Parks ran away with Clay.
tons wife. The men quarreled about
this for year, and Parks finally COM
promised their differences by paying
Clayton $40. A quarrel over this sale
of Clayton's wife caused the killing.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-12-30
SUNDAY LAWS FOR ALL.

Missouri Supreme Court Reverses Muir
der Case Because Of Illegal Challenges.
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo-, Dec. s3.-The
case of the State VS.. George and
Charles May was decided yesterday in
supreme court in an opinion handed
down by Judge Sherwood. They were
indicted, tried and convicted of killing
William |. Burdette in Buchanan coun-
ty. BY the decision Charles May is
discharged and the case of George May
is reversed and remanded for error Of
the trial court The chief error as.
signed is that the defendant was not
allowed the "a hours granted by the
statutes In which to make his chal-
lenges Of the jurors, On this point
Judge Sherwood says:
A list Of the Jurors was delivered to the de-
PENDANTS at II O'Clock, noon, on Saturday, and
on Monday following at ten O'Clock the court
required the defendants to announce their chal-
lenges As Sunday is dies non as TO judicial
proceedings, it is not counted in computing the
tllllt III WiliCL uiU w w hiou IA Svui
or other steps taken therein Of similar ma
ture in pending causes This was the rule at
common law and still remains unchanged by
our statutes Twenty-four working hours is
what the statute means and II does not require
either lawyers or Judges to work on Sunday
Noted Southern Negro Dead.
RICHMOND, Va, Dec. 2S.-Rev. W. W.
Browne, president Of the Grand Foun.
tain Of True Reformers, the most
powerful organization among the me-
groes Of the south, is dead in Washing
ton city from blood poisoning, he hav.
ing refused the amputation Of his arm
as the only chance for hislife. He was
one Of the wealthiest men Of his race
in the south, being worth s1s5,oOO.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-12-30

Six jurors in Judge Pfost's court In
Kansas City, Kan, refused to return =
verdict until their fees were paid.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04
COL. BUCK SHOCKS GEORGIA.
New Minister to Japan Accepts Recep
ton From Negroes.

New Minister to Japan Accepts Recep-
rion From Negroes.
Atlanta, Gu, May 3.-Col. Alfred e.
pointed to be minister to Japan, has lust
made the most radical social departure
that has ever agitated the South. Hs
has accepted II rece ption from negroes.
The Colonel has been the Republican
leader of this State ever since a Republi.
can leader was necessary, and his .u-
premacy has been won entirely Though
his own skill in capturing, maintaining
and manipulating the colored vote. This
vote has never amounted to anything in
Presidential elections, but it has meant a
great deal in securing delegates to the
national Republican convention.
In the face of tremendous opposition
from the Reed Quay Morton combine, Col.
Buck last year carried almost solid dele
CATION to the st. Louis convention, and
before Mr. Mckinley was inaugurated the
Colonel had been assured of his reward
Since the Senate confirmed his nomi-
nation and he took the oath of office the
business men of Atlanta, without regard
to politics have honored him with ban
quet, and the Daughters of the American
Revolution have given IL reception to Mrs
Buck
Last week the negroes of the State ten.
dered the Colonel q reception in the big
gest building they could find and the Col.
onel accepted. The reception is to be held
tomorrow night and polite society
throughout the State has received n
shock from which it will not recover un-
Til the Colonel is weldon his way across
the Pacific Ocean.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

side of military circles ut Atlanta the
sympathy seems to be with captain Ro-
meyn and his daughter. Lieutenant
Bamford, the author of the. trouble. Is
severely censured on every side. He an.
pears to be a good looking young man,
with fine figure and fond of ladies' so.
ciety. His treatment of his fiance and
his evasions in regard to the engagement.
caused the captain of his com pany to call
him liar and order him from his pres.
ence. On the whole, it seems a pity that
he should escape all the consequences of
his misconduct, while Captain Romeyn,
whose nge would entitle him to retire.
ment this summer, should be in danger
of dismissal from the army. The latter's
conduct, however, is far from blameless.
A man of his age should have better con.
troll of his temper, and should not allow
his prejudices and his love for his family
to cause him to do serious harm to the
reputation and cod name of a b, other
officer.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

totally destroyed and even the hardy
strawb berry Is said to have been badly in
jured by the cold. On the whole, how
ever. the damage SO far is not rs great as
it might have been, and with fair
chance in May, nature will yet recuperate
sufficiently to give the laborer so nething
for his toll. With continuance of the
cold and the all-pervading depression Of
Mckinley prosperity, it is hard to say
what the outlook for the people Of this
country will. be. AS there is said to be
n turn in the longest lane, all the un-
happy people can do is to look ahead
bravely, with the hope that the lend in
the road" which will lead to prosperity
is near at hand.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

Secretary Gage thinks that the tax on
whiskey has much to do with the manu-
facture of "moonshine" in the mountain
districts Of the South The present tax
is 81. 10 gallon. and it is proposed to re.
duce it to 80 cents, what it was under the
Mckinley bill. Some men will have whis.
key and when the tax is high the incen-
tives to Illicit distilling are all the stron-
ger in the better chances for the disposal
of the liquor thus produced. Where the
tax is light the risks of detection are sufli-
cient to outweigh the small chances CT
profit, and in consequence there is IL great
falling of in the mconshine product. To
increase the tax on beer is also part of
the Secretary's plan for increasing the
revenue, as the lovers of the beverage will
have it, regardless of tie cost, while it's
bulk and the trouble of making it rem
ders Illicit work in that line almost inn
possible. 1t seems strange that one of
the greatest sources of revenue to the
government should be in the manufacture
of what is the most Injurious to the well
fare and happiness of the people, rs p
whole, and yet experience has demon
strated that in the case of alcoholic liu-
uors such is undoubtedly the case
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

The old rumor Of war between Great
Britain and the Beers of South Africa
has been again revived in London; but
John Bull has such vivid recollection
of the superior craftsmanship of these
sturdy republicans of the Dark CONT
nent that he will hesitate long before he
again attempts to make them acknowl-
edge the supremacy of the imperial gov
eminent in their local affairs. Sooner or
later the conflict will come, however, and
Great Britain with her immense superb
GRITTY in numbers and resources will, in
all probability, be the winner; but it will
be at n sacrifice of valuable lives for which
all the riches the Transvaal could not be
gin to compensate.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

They have way of disposng of negro
ravishers down in Texas that ought to
have wholesome effect in diminishing
the frequency of this sort of crime; but
experience unfortunately does not show
that this is the case. In Alexandria, for
instance, the corpse of the negro ravisher
hanged by mob had scarcely cooled be-
fore similar attempt was made by Il
black brute in the same city. 1t is not at
ali probable. however, that the iynching
will cease or happen less often in the
South on that account. On the contrary
the hapgings will continue as long as
such outrages occur and the oftener the
crime the more frequent will the lynch
ings be.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

M. Rail-, the lew Greek premier, is
about i'll the position of Gambetta the cell
ebrated French statesman, after. the col
lapse of the Napoleonic dynasty at Sedan,
except that he is lacking in the dramatic
accomplishments of a beleagured city and
n balloon. Gambetta flew out Of Paris
past the German lines investing the CAPT.
tai, and landing on territory in the'pos-
session of the French, endeavored to ex-
cite his countrymen to continued opposi.
ton to any settlement with the Teutonic
invaders. He succeeded, however, only
in causing the loss of more lives and in
making the terms of the conquerors more
oppressive: just as the Greek stateman
will succeed in causing the Turks to
tighten their grasp upon the throat of his
countrymen, and in making European in
tervention, on behalf of Greece all the
more difficult and dangerous. The truth
of.the matter is Greece, was forced into
the war by the enthusiasm of the people,
Who, lacking in all the elements of the
greatness that characterized their ances-
tors, are now seeking to make King
George n scapegoat for their own want of
endurance and courage
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

The gold brick racket has lately been
successfully worked on Georgia planter
by the name of jackson, near Macon, in
that State. lie has in his possession three
goldbricks, so-called, and the happy
swindler is better of by the sum of
$l1, 300. Jackson swallowed the old bait
with readiness, and is now endeavoring
to keep the matter secret. 1t is strange
that mems cupidity should lead them
nately those who suffer have only their
own ignorance and greed to blame, and
as in most cases they are well able to lose
the money thus invested the damage
done is not very great after ali.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

Chattanooga anti-c cigarette law went
into effect last Saturday, and now it is
impossible to find any cigarettes for sale
in hat city. A very fair substitute has
been found IN Il tobacco wrapped imita-
tion, which goes under the name of
"cigar," but is to all intents and purposes
a cigarette. When Il law is unpopular its
enforcement is always diflicult but if the
people of Chattanooga are determined
that the cigarette must 90, they will
quickly find II way for dsposing OF all
evasions of the law in this respect If
lovers OF cigarettes can get tobacco in any
other shape, they will not be long in con.
forming to requirements especially since
it is the effects OF the nicotine that all to.
hacco users are after.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

The trial of Captain Romeyn, of the
regular army, at Atlanta, Ga, by court
martial for assaulting Lieutenant
O'Brien, and circulating reports deroga-
tory to the conduct Of the latter's wife,
has about concluded, and the findings of
the court will no doubt soon be made
public. The story as detailed in the trial,
which has excited great interest all over
the country, is in substance rs follows:
Lieutenant Bamford, an officer mt the
post, was engaged to be married to Can
tain Romeyn's daughter, but his frequent
and long bicycle rides with Mrs. O'Brien
caused so much gossip that the young
lady s father broke off the engagement.
Not content with this Captain Romeyn
used his tongue very freely in criticising
the conduct of Mrs. O'Brien. This caused
the iatter's husband to make complaint
against Captain Romeyn before his
brother officers, which so angered the
CAPTAIN that he slapped the Lieutenant
in the face. The result of this encounter
was the courtmartial, in which much tes-
timony pro and con was introduced us to
the social standing of the OBriens. Out
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04
THEY NAY STRIKE.

New York, May 3.-The situation in
the building trades is very grave to day.
Several strikes are on, and many more
are threatened, some growing out of the
demands upon employers, and others arts
ing oct of disputes between unions 1t
is apparent that twenty thousand me.
chanics and laborers employed ON build
ings will trike this week unless conces-
sions are made. Speedy settlements are
expected.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

R. c. Bundy, the Cincinnati colored
boy recently appointed Il cadet at the Ma
tional Naval Academy, seems determined
to enter the institution if he passes the
second examination, of which his friends
say there is not the slightest doubt. He
will, however, have rough road tn travel,
as the boys there have many ways OF
making things unpleasant to u cadet
whom they are determined to ostracise.
Congressman Shattuc, who appointed
him, says Bundy won the place fairly by
competitive examination, and that he
will most certainly give it to him if he
stands the second test. Colored cadets
at West Point and Annapolis have thus
far made slow progress in winning their
way to the social status of the whites,
and, strange us it may appear, met with
the most determined opposition from the
boys of Northern birth in those institu-
tions, all of which goes to show that, ex-
cept for political purposes, the average
Northerner is just as much opposed to So
cial equality rs the men of the South.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

The board sidewalks in many parts of
the city are sadly in need Of repair. and
the sooner the matter is attended TO the
less chance there will be for law suits
against the municipality. A stitch in
time in this case may save ninety. nine
times the expense of such repairs in the
injuries received on these dilapidated
walkways
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04
AGENTS WANTED.

SOLICITORS WANTED FOR DIR.
Talmage' 1.-The Earth oiirdled,' or his
famous tour around the world, "a thrill
ing story OF savage and barbarons lands.
Four million Talmage's books sold. and
"The Earth Girfled'' is his latest and
grandest. DEMAND ENORMOUS EVERY
body wants this famous book; only $50. so.
BIG BOOK, BIG COMMISSIONS. A
gold mine for workers. CREDIT CIV.
EN-. FREIGHT PAID. OUTFITS
FREE. Drop all trash and sell the king
of hooks and make $500 month Adj
dress for outfit and territory, The Do
minion Company, Star Building, Chi.
cago. 32S If
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

z Isaac Michaels. New York man, has
sued Fitzsimmons, the pugilist, for So, 500,
because the latter's Australian dog, Var
prostration." II Fitz could be able to
prove that Michaels had looked upon the
whiskey glass too often when it had red
liquor in it, he will be able..to give another
turn to the case.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

The long continued cold weather has
greatly retarded vegetation and done con
siderable damage to the products of the
farm and garden of almost every descrip-
tion. The peaches in many places are
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

Elk. President Cleveland, ex-Secretary
Carlisle and exPostmaster.G General Will
son at last accounts were having good
time fishing at Buzzard's Bay. Bait was
no doubt abundant; but bites at the Pres
idential hook are likely to be scarce be-
tween this time and 1900.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

Our 80 and $40 couchcs are beauties.
why not give us your order for oney
The Il. II. Stewart furniture Company.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

ANTED.-Salesman for Roanoke ard
on the road TO sell our fine line of house
mold goods on monthly payments.
STANDARD INSTALLMENT CO., 81
Campbell street.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

FOR RENT.-Four rooms Suitable for
light ouse-keeping. Apply 53S Sixth
avenue w. 4 80 If
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

Bread, Rolls, Cinnamon Buns, hot every
evening. j. j. Catogni.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

WHEN your horses need shoeing try J.
5. Shaner' ~ West Salem avenue. He
understands his business thoroughly.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04
THE OUTFLOW CONTINUES

New York, May ga million and a
half of GOLD will be exported to Europe
tomorrow.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04

j. S. SHANER'S Kentucky horseshoe
ing shop, 307 West Salem avenue is the
place to take your horses when they need
attention.
The Roanoke times. (Roanoke, Va.) 1897-1977, 1897-05-04
BROTHERHOOD MERCANTILE co,

A beautiful line of hammocks at from
Toe. toss. The Il. II. Stewart Furniture
Company