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Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-02-04

London, Feb. 1.-The house of
commons has authorized the loan OF
S27 500 900 for the military scheme
which, the parlianen tary secretary OF
the war Office explained, is part of
general scheme for national defense
and includes an increased provision for
rifle ranges and manouevre ground,
The plague is still increasing IN
Bombay There We're 12S cases an
nounced Thursday, the highest since
the beginning of the outbreak. Doctors
are being sent TO Bombay from Eng
land and several European countries
are sending experts to study the cpl
demic. The Mansion house famine
fund has now reached $SS5,0O0 IRE
spectve of the large subscriptions
which are being raised in the big
provincial towns. The champion 40
nation SO far, $4,000, came from an
American, William Waldorf Aston.
The selection of Lyman j Gage as
secretary of the Mckinley cabinet IS
very well received here.
The French cabinet had a narrow es-
cape from defeat Friday when it Sc
cured majority of only / in rejecting
the amendment of M. Jaures (socialisD
to the bill granting export bounties on
sugar. The amendment was that
bounties should only be fixed on sugar
produced in 1897 instead of 1896 and
thereafter If the amendment had
been adopted, Germany and Austria
would have been left in possession of
the English market and as NJ. Melne
had pledged to put the French growers
and retners on the same footing as
Austrian and German growers and re-
finers he would probably have been
compelled to resign.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1897-06-10

llr short line tiIst-claSS rates apply
except that tickets will not be routed
via Portland aud Puget Sound points.
Returning, rates from San Francisco
will be the same as those named above
on westbound trip, viz, $3.50 and
over all routes, except that rates via
Portland and North Pacific points
will be $3.50 higher 10 all cases than
rates via direct routes, except that
tickets returning via steamer lines
between San Francisco and Portland
or Puget Sound points will be $500
higher.
Return passage tickets will be sold
July 18th to 18th, inclusive; also on
Mondays and THURSDAYS thereafter as
follows, viz, July 10, p, 26, 29, August
2, 5 and 8, 1897. Final return limit in
no case to exceed August Is, 1897.
Stop-overS will be allowed within
the state of California on return
trip by deposit Of ticket with local
agent at point If stop-Over.
For further particulars, address OF
call upon. E. F. HIGGTNs, Agt.
C.R.L&P. Ry., Wellington, Ks.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1897-06-10
hawthorne IruIu SauS

"TheSe railroads are positively the
greatest blessing that the ages have
wrought OUT for Us. They give us
wings; they annihilate the toll and
dust Of pilgrimage: they spiritualize
travel. Transition being so faCile,
what can be any mans inducement to
tarry in one spot? Why should he
make himself a prisoner for life in
brick, and stone, and old, wOrm.eaten
timber, when he may just as cas- ly
dwell wherever The beautiful 81 II
offer hin homer"
The magnificent trains OF tee Santa
Fe route offer facile transition tC
many beautiful spots in Colorado,
New Mexico, Arizona, and California
Free descriptive literature. W. J.
Black, G. PA, A, r. SIS. F. Railway
Topeka, Kas.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1897-06-10
Crop Bulletin.

Weather Observer Jennings of To-
peka, has issued a crop bulletin for
the past week which shows continued
good crop prospects all over the state,
Corn has been somewhat retarded by
cool weather. The bulletin is as fol-
lows:
Tie precipitation was heaviest in
the northeastern counties, exceeding
four inches in the northern half of
Brown aud DOniphan. In Greenwood,
the western halfOf Wilson and Wood
son, the southern half of COffey it was
less than a quarter Of an inch, and
over the western half of the state il
was generally less than half an inch,
except from Harvey through Pratt tt
Clark, aud from the southwestern
part of TregO to the central portion Of
Thomas.
In the eastern division the COO
weather has been retarding corn, but
is favorable to other crops. Much
corn will be replanted in the north
eastern counties, owing to variou,
causes Alfalfa and clover are ready
to harvest, and the former is bein.
cut in many counties. Fruits, gar
Gems, pastures and potatoes doing well
Wheat is heading in the northern
counties and nearly ready to harves
In the southern.
In the middle division a fine grow
ing week, except too cool FOR corn
Wheat much improved, and is begin
ming to head in the more northern
counties. Oats generally reported
short, heading in south. Corn has
good color, but generally a poor stauC
traits, gardens, potatoes and pasture
growing finely. First alfalfa crop i
being put up this week.
In the western division wheat
heading in the central end souther
counties and is in excellent condition
Alfalfa, the great money crop Of tn
part OF the state, is yielding its fir,
crop of the season, and a bountifl
crop, too. Range grass is very goc
aud cattle in fine condition, Rain
needed.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1897-06-10

Ing public sentiment" in his own
interest.
Mr. Long realizes that to make any
sort Of showing in the state cOnven-
tion, which he hopes to capture, the
district must come to the convention
united in his favor.
1t seems that the Republican coterie
at Washington have granted to Mr..
Long the privilege OF recommending
the appointment of pOStmaSters in
the district. This has caused Jim
Simpson, chairman Of the state com.
mlttee' to join Longs gubernatorial
campaign, hoping to create the i'm
preston that he is o. genuine assist
ance to members Of his party in the
district.
Inc conference at Hutchinson will
be followed within short time by a
more general meeting at which Mr..
Long hopes to accomplish union Of
all the elements Of the party.
The last conference gathered W. Y.
Morgan into the fold. Morgan has
not been in full accord with the move.
ment to nominate Long for governor,
but promise from Long and his prin.
cipal followers, Morton Albaugh,
CHARLEY JobeS, Jim Simpson, ]. W.
DooSon and others, tosupport Morgan
LOT state printer, caused the young
edltor to go into the conference and
come out hurrahing for Long.
Long is now arranging for another
conference, called for the alleged pur
pose that he desires to hear applicant,
for postotfices and other federal posi-.
lions TO secure which his inhuenc,
light be valuable. The meeting il
De ng planned by Mr.. Long to aid biz
own cause.
Longs candidacy has already startec
a small rebellion. Representative
Theodosius BOtkin, now department
commander of the GAR, a few
weeks ago rushed into print fa- an,
near to deny that he is a candidat
Tor congress 10 the Seventh district
| Mr.. BOtkin further announced tina
ne would for the ensuing year devot
all his time to the affairs Of the G.
H. That is perhaps true, but there
another year following this.
He is angered at Longs ''impertt
I nence, as he has termed it, in seekin
Tue nomination for governor. He ha
= also proclaimed among his friend
that he will fight Long and make a
EFFORT to organize the Republicans q
: The district to such an extent tina
S Long may be defeated in his preseu
r ambition.
Opposition in the Seventh distric
! 10 Mr.. Long arises from the gener;
: oellei that the fellows who are rur
: ming his campaign have manifested
$ desire to corral everything in sigh
: for themselves.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1897-06-10
The Scenic Route TO California,

II you are going to the Christian
EndeavOr meeting to be held In San
Francisco in July, 1897, take the best
e to Colorado; special trains
through over the GREAT Rock ISLAND
and SCENIC ROUTE.
This is the popular Trans-Conti-
mental Line to the coast and gives
special inducements for Colorado
tourist travel. Pamphlet giving full
information as to scenery and route
for that trip, or an outing In the
Rockies, sent free on application.
JOHN SEBASTIAN, G.P.A.,
Chicago.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1897-06-10
Cold and La Grippe.

The season for colds and lagrlpps
has now arrived.
La Grippe is paralysis OF the
sympathetic nervous system, with
local evacerbatiODs. 1t is this that
accounts for its multlform manifesto.
tiOns-as, general debility, colds
pneumonia, stomach trouble, heat
failure, ETC., the weakest organ in the
body being generally the point OF
attack.
All the treatments are sympathetic
stimulants and tOnics, and the most
active and available OF these are:
Triquimia Pain Specific, a tablet
every three or four houIs,I50 cts
box.
If there is a cold take Triquimla
Cough Cure, a tablet alternately with
the Pain Specific. Us cents box.)
The above is the treatment for Or
binary cases, and usually cures in
about twelve hours.
III complicated cases OIuer remedies
are required.
II the lungs ase seriously involved
apply mustard plaster. or Triquimia
Ointment, which is better. $50 cents
tube.)
, II there is much nervous depression
take a tablet of Triquimia Vital
alum after each meal. $50 cents a
box.
The above treatment will cure the
worst cases.
II there are symptom Of malaria
and no cold. omit the Cough Cure ant
take Ague Cure. rs cents a box.)
In all cases the Pain Specific is to be
continued in conjunction with the
other remedies here prescribed. II
| Is the main reliance.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1897-06-10

Jim Simpson wants to get back on
the railroad board.
Morton Albaugh would like to be
re-appOinted as member of the state
board of charities.
Charles JUbes wants to be bank
commissioner.
W. Y. Morgan is promised the sup
port Of the Others for state printer,
which is considered about the only
meritoriOus feature of the plan.
Longs desire to get the big counties
caused him to sidetrack Ed Greer for
Morgan.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1897-06-10
Rock Island Route Plaulna Cards.

The sliCkest cards on the market
are the Rock Islands," They are
also tire cheapest, and we will send
you these excellent standard goods at
the low rate Of 9 cents per pack II you
order five or more packs. Send money
order, draft or stamps and they will
be sent promptly by express, charges
prepaid. Orders for single packs
must contain u cents In stamps, as
they will be sent by mail. Address
JOHN SEBASTIAN, G.P.A.,
Nhinauo
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1897-06-10
Climate Cures

II you 60 soon enough to the right
climate, say to the Salt River Valley
OF Arizona or the New Mexico health
resorts. Unrivaled for the relief oil
cure OF chronic lung aud throat
diseases. Constant sunshine, dry
air, equal temperature. Descriptive
pamphlets mailed free. They treat
Of altitude, temperature, humidity,
hot springs, sanatoriums, cost OF
living, medical attendance, social
advantages, etc. Address W. J.
Black, G. P. A., A. T. & S. F. Rail-
way, topeka, Kas.
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1897-06-10
Christian Endeavor Convention,

San francisco, July ZIP, 1897.
For the above occasion the "Great
Rock Island Route" will sell tickets
from Wellington to San Francisco, at
s22 so on June goth, 30th, July lst,
I'd, 3rd 1897. Tickets are limited to
continuous passage up to Colorado
common points Denver, Colorado
Springs or PueblOl Cheyenne, Wyo.,
or Ell Paso, Tex. Stop-overs will be
allowed by instructions to conductors,
at or west Of these points within the
final going limit, via which the regu-
People's voice. [volume] (Wellington, Sumner County, Kansas) 1890-1917, 1897-06-10
Longs Gubernatorial Scheme.

Topeka Journal
Two weeks ago at Hutchinson.
Chester l. Long called conference Of
his followers to consider oStensibly
the allotment of postofices in the
Seventh district, but in reality to as.
certain, if in the distribution of those
places, Mr.. Long could secure the sol.
i'd support of the thirty-eight counties
in the district in his candidacy for
governor.
Thus far Mr.. Long has not met with
fattering success in his effort to Sc.
cure the Endorsement Of the Republi-
cans OF the district and now he is
devoting his energies toward Great.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1897-02-18
OPPOSITION STEADILY GROWING.
BiIi for International Conference
May BE Hung Tn.

WASHINGTON, Feb. 1.-THE inteFna-
tional monetary conference bin which has
been passed by the senate has developed
into a more important issue than was ex-
pected. When the house committee on
coinage took charge OF the bill there was
thought to be no douot that IL would be
reported favorsbly. but the opposition TO
the bill has been growing steadily until il
seems probable that II reported the action
viii be taken against the wishes of a ma
jority OF the Republican members of the
committee.
All Republicans who have spoken on the
measure before the committee have argued
that II would be an embarrassing thing to
the coming administration. on the other
hand. the Republicans say Senator Carter.
Of Montana. who has had an Interview
with the president-eleci quotes AIr. Nc
kinley as expressing wish that the bill
should pass.
The Republican members OF the commit
tee have held conference which left their
policy undecided. Further hearing on the
bin has been postponed until Friday. and
il Is now doubtful whether a vote on re-
porting IL viii be taken Saturday, as the
committee had intended.
In the meantime many communications
protesting against any further steps
toward an international conference on the
ground that IL would tend TO disturb busi-
ness are being received from business men
in the East
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1897-02-18
IN THE HOUSE.
Arid Lands Bill Is Passed After
smend sasenf.

AsHrSrYTON. Feb T---TEe AoIse TO
cav afF.r a txo hours DEBATE. passed a
tslI e.f considerable tnportanes 70 the arid
regions 81 he West Il opens 70 Use and
os,Cssgus tfen under the rIght-of-~sy act OF
Marrh 3. isst. 81 TIE reservoir sites re-
served ny the geological survey. There
are ass a. these sites scattered throughout
the ara country. and tais act VIII enable
ts@r1 - - oat 10 practical use ay indi-
vi6uals or corporations Two aEnezements
weFs attached 10 Ire bill. 0Es q which
permits states or territories % occupy
these sites II they cAocSe. and tie other
empowers fhe states and territories Ia
which -hey are located 70 ix water rates.
The consideration OF the Hapkins-Ken-
dan contested election case from the Tenth
Kentucky district was entered upon ard
q vote xiii Be rRken tomorroE.
The conference reports on the legisla-
tive. executive snG judicial appropriation
bin. and the bsII 90 tx Iae times and places
Of holding cour; n Utah were adopted.
A hsn was passed 70 remove the political
disabilities cf Col William sinms. of
Kentucky. who vas a member OF the Thi--
ry-Efth congress.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1897-02-18
MKINLEY TAKES A DRIVE.
Rapidly Recovering From His Ill
ness, But Forbidden to He
His work.

CANTON. o.. Feb. T.--MaJ. Mckinley
took a half-hours drive this afternoon.
Mrs. Mckinley accompanying him. The
sun was shining brightly. the air was
mild and it was an ideal day to be out OF
doors. The major enjoyed the drive
greatly and experienced no Ill effects.
In fact. he seems TO be much exhilarated
by the little outing. II is stiil necessary
for him to avoid exertion and to take the
best care Of himself. but he is making
a most satisfactory recovery from his ill-
ness. DT. Phillips. the attending physi-
clan, viii not consent that his patient
shall take up any of his former routine
this week. see any visitors. nor take the
proposed trip TO Cleveland before the lat
ter part Of the week.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1897-02-18
WHO Is BEHIND KING GEORGE.
While the Greek Is Fearless, the
Turk Trembles.

Copyrighted. 1897 by the Ass9ciated Fress.
CONsTANTINOPLE. Feb. 1.-THE sui
tan seems to be well aware that Greece
would not have acted as defantiy as she
has without having at least one powerful
friend behind her. and 1t is this feature
OF the complications which Is having the
most calming effect upon the Turks. who
also SEQ In the abandonment OF Crete 10
Greece a possible loophole Of escape from
further and much more important chang
IS in the map Of the Turkish empire.
To the sultan * seems 70 be the old story
of It's being an III wind which blows no.
body good. and he IS credited with hop
inR that his obedience to the wishes OF the
powerful friend or friends OF Greece in the
matter OF Crete may be placed 20 MS
credit. when the long-discussed and much
posfponed reforms" OF the Turkish en-
pire come TO the front again. The action
OF Greece may have been nothing more
than a coincidence, Il is remarked. but u
Is cut Of such condolences that OTlental
Diplomacy IS framed.
There was an incident at the People
theater in the Stamboul quarter yesterday
evening which IL regarded by many peo-
p!e as being an attempt to provoke an
other outbreak upon the part OF the Mus
su,u7ans TWO Albanian soldiers of the
YT6iz palace guard. the most trusted
troops Of the sultan. were among the au-
GtFnEE. SNNlEA4E AlaNNE ANR SD-Atsaa A4iN
charged their revolyers IN the air. caus-
Ing a terrible panic. 4 rough and tumble
deht followed. during which a hy-stander
was wounded. The two guardsmen were
arrested and taken 20 the nearest police
4euot later being handed over to tho ma
itary authorities of the YtldiE kiosk.
It has been announced In The newspa pers
here that the Turkish mi1ister at Athens.
Assim Bey. has been appointed a member
of the council Of state: that he IS 90 be-
ready Immediately. and the Greek minister
here, Prince E1aur0cordate. is 10 he given
hls passports. but a. ibis dispatch is sent
the report has not been confirmed. and the
sultan may have been induced by the am
bassaaors 20 delay the matter indefinitely.
IN order TO avoid dangers Incident TO
travelling on the streets Of C0nstantinopie.
the sultan went and returned today bT sea
from the palace Topcapor. during TIE cere-
uoay OF kissing ere prophets mantle,
which 81 TIE feature cf the rites Of Tire
great snrua, Mohaume San feast cf Ram
ads Fifty thousand raya, reserves, in-
Guiding the men on fgrlolsh. were called
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1897-02-18

tie departure oF thres TarSisA Szstaisors
vita seVea guns sw8 TIVE wagons 90 am
nutrition and seventeen arttsf@r afseerS
en route fer IRE Greek srunsfer.
Psztiades Pzsha aas been appointed
va4 of Crete On tiae recommendation of
the powers
The battery q aeid artillery. command
et ~ Prince Nieho,as - Greece. has
started from krsssa. Gwenty miles from
the gu1f o. Sslonica.
The naval an5 military reserves are staI
being enrolled
The Greek .ronciaa Spersa. which arrived
acre fran Toulon yesterday. wiz he pre-
pared fer active service R9th az POSSIBLE
haste
ReEnforesuerts are Nssnx sent "a thc
Greek troops on the islAad oF Crete.
Stores, provisions and munitions o. war
accompany thera. Tee Greek government
maintains thar * Is acting N the interest
% ne peaee of Europe.
a dispatch &C the Tines fro-, Rer1sn
SAYS; AZ ;ae ball a. me opera house TO-
naEhi ~ eanesdayl. Emperor William
conversed over an hour with the rspre-
sentatiyes ot TIE six powers.
A dispatch % the Daily Navv. sro-,
Athens says that a portion of the forces
commanded by Col Vassos attacked the
tower on Boncotion. welch place was sur
rendered by the Turkish garrison after a
short resistance.
fne Soyernn1ent az Athens Aas wired
fresh instructions 20 Col Vases.
saaeesitu Pasha. who was recalled from
crete recently at thu instance OF the
powers for presenting pleas for the re-
forms. LEFT Constantinople for Crete yes-
ferday with three hattalions
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1897-02-18
T FINAL APPROPRIATIONS TODAY.
Naval and General Deficiency Bills
10 BE Reported.

WASHINGTON. Feb. 1.-Two appropri-
alton bills only remain 70 be passed by the
house 70 complete the list for This con-
gress. They are the naval and the general
deficiency. ard both OF them viii prob
ably be reported 10 the house tognOr-
row. There Is talk among the house Lead
ers OF passing the deficiency bill under sus-
pension Of the rules. as the sundry civil
bin was disposed or TO prevent the house
from attaching any amendments 10 IL
which would increase the total.
a contest is on in the appropriations
committee over the proposition 10 include
in the bin an item Of 81. 80. 90 10 pay the
Southern Pacific railroad a judgment OF
the court OF claims for services 20 the
government Payment has been withheld
OF this sum on account OF alleged eonnec-
tion OF the Southern Pacific and Central
Pacific, BY which the money due 10 the
former was credited on the lattsr's debt
TO the government The justice OF the
Judgment is doubted by a part OF the
committee and other members question
the policy OF paving II at this time on ac-
count OF the condition OF the treasury.
The total OF the navy bin Is expected 70
be about $50 90. II viii include an ap-
preparation for continuing the improve
ments Of the Mare island, Cal. navy yard.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1897-02-18
TOMORROW WILL SETTLE 1T.
Mitchell Men VIII Try tn Adjourn
Oregon fseGIsiature.

SALEM Or. Feb. IA conference OF
the Mitchell joint assembly members was
held at the capito. tonight. Important re-
suits had been expected 70 ensue from the
conference, but 81 was disappointment
Thirty were present. including Grstke
Democrat There was some discussion Of
the feasibility of taking up another candi-
date in place OF Mitchell. but Il came %
nothing. The caucus AZ 1913 adjourned
tiE 4 o'clock tomorrow afternoon. The
questions Of adjournment and Of organiza-
ton are now pressing members hard. The
pronounced Mitchell men are avowedly for
adjournment on Friday. bu' there arc
others among them who say they are will-
ing 70 stay tNenty days more The who o
matter wiIl b. fought ont Friday. and the
course o. events only viii determine the
result
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1897-02-18
TO BRACE TIP BUNCE.
Secretary Herbert Goes to watch
the TaBeuSers.

WASHINGTON. Feb. 17.-Secretary Her
bert left this afternoon for Charleston on
"a special car accompanied hy MS family
ana a uarty % friends ana relatives of
naval Officers They vii arrive 90 Charles
ron tomorrow norninE.
NJ Herbert has carried with him a yalu-
able medal which he wIu in person pre-
sent 80 William J. Cree. man of The Maine.
vyho sn-snz overheard in the midst Of the
tempse. 0n the way 10 Charleston IN the
attempt 90 rescue ADprenu-e Kozei. The
n 3ai g. or sold and bears upon the face
81 picture of the Tn.fe3 States steamer
Maine in re.tcf On tce reverse ls The in
ses.nrteu.
"W.gfau J Cree.man L. : Y. For ex-
t-#oc.!51ary herclscU, FEBRUARY a. 1ksT
Presented ly the se-rreters of the navy"
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1897-02-18

ST LOUIS FEB. IA special 70 the
Republic from Galveston. Tex. eays. The
es--Irseip Texas Tot stuck ha-d and fast
ir tss maa ln Bolivar roads yesterday
tls- after crossing the bar ard remained
ir t-at cou8itlon uHtil zee tnts afternoon.
Tais explains tne reason why zna an
frnrea % mile from ere Citv. a lEhter-
i~r crow worked al dag and -tenf 60 get
per a0a8- and In tte seeerrTI s}Irr srt of
tee WORK tt Is repartet thst 8retsxe
teal played an imp0r t0t part- T.
5~ -heuret fhaf so0r as
-e can Eet safely Hlf=.6e she wtI gut 10
Fea. firr tr.er-ien iu gre rra5s IS stHI
secret ara every eHcrt IS being made
- s.ara u