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Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Eldred Post, No. ia, elected the fol
lowing officers at their meeting OH Sat
urday night: c., w. II. Thompson; S
V. c., J. Nj. Sears; j. V. c., G. Ross;
Seq, J. K. Osborn; Chaplain. W. A.
Cain; Q. NJ, j. r. Mccoy; o. D., J. H
Owen; o. g., w. Rush; Delegate to
Dept. Encampment, w. A. Cain; alter
nate, Z. F. THOMPSON.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Lorraine Chapter No. 80, D. f. S., re.
Gently elected and installed the follow
ing officers: Lila M. Field. w. M; E.
II. Nixon, w. r.; Minnie Bechtel, A
NJ; Malvina L. Read, secretary; Jessie
Nj. Nixon, treasurer; Frances M. Ellis,
conductor; Alice l. Standlford. A. c.;
F. E. Read, warden; J. n. Titus, senti-
mel.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

For external piles. cuts. burns and
bruises, old sores. eczema, and all skin
diseases, Beggs' German Salve stands
today without a peer. It's an old re-
liable remedy. and il used freely. will
heal wounds without q scar. Be care
full to get Beggs' and be sure OF . cure.
For sale By Young Drug Co.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

F. A. Withers has introduced a new
feature in his photograph business. He
gives large craycn portrait, copied
from any photograph, tree with Is cabi-
nets. This is a great offer and none
should miss it while it lasts.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14
ADVERTISED LETTERS.

Letters remaining uncalled for in the
post Office at Medicine Lodge for the
week ending Dec. 10, 1898:
e. Shore, Jacob Horne, Mr.. j. l.. Dar
Wis.
When calling for these letters please
state that they have been advertised.
j. n. TITUS, p. III.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Died, Friday, December End, at the
home of her daughter, Mrs. M. S. Lock
ct, Mrs. Eliza Phye, at the advanced age
of SO years. The funeral was held at
the residence on Saturday, conducted
by Rev. Mccormick. Wesley and Fred
Phye, of Barber county, sons of the de-
ceased, attended the funeral. and the
latter accompanied the remains to Mis-
souri,, where the deceased formerly
liyed.-Harper Sentinel.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

If the Coldwater Star doesn't quit
throwing bouquets at Medicine Lodges
legal lights, the fraternity of that city
will turn green with envy. Seriously
speaking however, Medicine Lodge has
some of the best LAWYERS in the state.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Without doubt, there is no disease SC
common as the piles, none more palm
full or annoying, or that has been 81
unsuccessfully treated. The only per
manent cure for piles, either itching OF
bleeding, is DR.. Sawyer's Arnica and
Witch Hazel Salve. Sold at Young's
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14
Mr.. Hardin Norris, clerk of the DIR

Mr.. Hardin Norris, clerk of the drug
store of r. Shoemaker, Perry, Ill. says:
"a man came into our store tie other
day and said, I want bottle Of chat
stuff that saves children's live. read
in the News about it. The chill
dren may get sick when we can't get
the doctor quick enough. It's the med.
icine you sell for Group" he alluded
TO Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and
bought q bottle before he left the store
For sale by Young Drug Co.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

DR.. Rhodes, the Celebrated Eye Ex-
pert, of 919 Walnut st., Kansas City,
will be with me Friday and Saturday,
Dec. 23-d and oath. guarantee all
his work. B. 8. Kaufman.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

At the close of the meeting of the
Barber County Sunday School assocla-
ton held IN this city last week, the fol-
lowing officers we're elected: President.
Christian Keller: secretary, VIM. Pal
mer; treasurer, F. E. Read.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Nothing funny In being sick all the
while, troubled with constipation, dys-
pepsla or liver complaints, when you
can 80 easily be cured by taking DR..
Sawyer's Little Wide Awake Pills. For
sale by j. r. Young Drug Co.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

The ice gang began work in full
force on Monday morning. The lake
was we'll filled before the freeze and
Schmidt & Gano are harvesting a big
crop of six-lnch ice. If the cold wealth
er continues any reasonable length of
time they will export 900 tons.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

DR.. Rhodes, the well-known Eye
Specialist, of 9l9 Walnut ST.. Kansas
City, Mo. will examine and test your
eyes free Friday and Saturday, Dec
23rd and oath. For any trouble with
your eyes or glasses consult him at b.
s. Kauffman's.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

There will be interesting buying at
our store through December. You can
not'afford to miss the superior values
we offer IN every line-it's most impor-
tant that you come to this store.
b. F. GLAsIER & Co.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Kansas State Teachers Association
annual meeting, Topeka, Dec. 9th and
9th. Open rate of one fare for round
trip-$7 81. Tickets on sale Dec. Goth
to 2Sth inc. Return limit 81.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Will Fleming returned home from
Leavenworth on Monday and will re-
main. His regiment. the 21st Kansas
was mustered out of the service last
week. Willis discharge is great rec.
ommendation for him and he is justly
proud of it. There are few soldiers
who have made as good record in SC
short time.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

The ladies of the Cemetery Associa-
ton will hold Christmas Fair Thurs
day and Friday afternoons and even
ings, December 18th and 10Th. There
will be fancy and useful articles for
sale. suitable for Christmas presents.
Refreshments will be served. Every
body come and enjoy a sociable time.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14
GREAT BIG BARGAiNSf

Say! Those shoes and these suits
are the only bargains We have seen in
this country. They are cheaper than
''any man'sn prices. See them and gee
them at Glasier & Co.'S.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Our ex townsman. w. S. Flnney is
in very poor health and has been for
several months. He is still conducting
his harness and saddlery business at
Guthrie.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Do you have headache? DO you see
the same with each eye, both far and
near; do your glasses fit you? For any
trouble with your eyes consult our Eye
Specialist, DR.. Rhodes, of 919 Walnut
ST., Kansas City, Mo-. who will be with
me Friday and Saturday, Dec. % and
oath. guarantee all his work. B. s.
Kaufman
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

G. Q Chandler was east on business
last week. returning home onSaturday.
While in Wichita on Friday he took &C.
casion to call on Gov. elect Stanley
He says the rush for the pie counter is
immense and the incoming govern
or is showing the effects of the strain
on his nervous system.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

SOMETHING NEw-A wire stretcher
and tightener combined in a block and
tackle. Also used in butchering hogs,
etc. Call at II. Ii. Cases and ask to
see one
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Holiday Excursion Rates-Santa Fe
Route-One fare for round trip to all
points within 200 miles. Tickets on
sale Dec. "a, 25, 26 and 81 and Jan. l
and 2. Final return limit Jan. 4, 1899.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

The Sunday schools of the city will
unite In Christmas festivities. The
exercises and tree will be in the ope "a
house Christmas eve, Dec. oath.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

The person who disturbed the con-
gregation last Sunday by coughing. is
requested to call on Gem Drug Co.,
and get bottle Of Foley's Honey and
Tar, which always gives relief.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

On Monday, December II, Probate
Judge Funk united in marriage Mr..
Samuel A. Dawson and Miss Ethel l..
Degarmo. both of Stafford county.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

How about those republicans
who were so anxious to know how soon
Frank would be home. The horse laugh
is on you, gentleman.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

E. II. Nixon and q. w. Shaw started
several cars of cattle to Kansas City
yesterday morning. Mr.. Nixon went
through with them.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

John Luallen's Christmas candies
are the finest IN the city. He can fit
you out with confectioneries, baked
stuffs and beautiful articles of various
descriptions
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Strayed from my place, 6 shoats, will
weigh 80 to 80 lbs, supposed to be in
Sharon valley. Will pay literally for
their recovery. viii Murphy.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14
FOB KIDNEY rsouBLrs

there is nothing better than Foley's
Kidney Cure, everyone who tries it will
agree to this. Gem Drug Go.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Woodward is now receiving his big
stock of Xmas goods and will save you
money on everything you buy. Call
and get prices. Don't forget the mon
CIV box
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

There will be services at the Episco-
pal Chapel next Sunday, December IS,
morning and evening. Sunday school
at 3 o'clock, p. m.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Money! money! money!!! See
Woodward for your Christmas candy
and get key to the money box.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Monday night was the coolest so far
for the winter. The mercury was play
ing close to the zero point.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Typhoid fever and all kindred all
ments prevented and cured by the use
OF Beggs' Little Giant Pills. We keep
them. Young Drug Co.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

The jinglng of sleigh bells is some
thing like an oddly IN southern Kan
sas but we have 1t for all that.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

"a thing of beauty is Joy forever
Go to John Luallen and get your wife
OF sweetheart nice Christmas present
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

If in need of road wagon, spring
wagon or buggy. call on II. II. Case.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

The various churches of the city have
arranged for union Christmas exercises
at the opera house. Members of all
the churches will participate.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

DIR. j. L. Cushenbery reports big g.
pound girl born to MIR. and Mrs. Mar
vim Crawford on Friday, December 9th.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

There will be grand Xmas ball at
Opera House, Monday, Dec. 9Th. Ev-
erybody invited. Tickets IS cents.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

The home talent theatrical perform
ance, Between the Acts" at the opera
house last night was credit to all the
participants. We say without hesita-
ton that it excelled most companies
that come from abroad. The manage
ment had good house and netted quite
neat little sum. The proceeds will be
applied toward building the Episcopal
church, work on which WILL soon begin
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

For Christmas and New / ears. One
fare for round trip-Santa Fe Route.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

See Woodward for your Christmas
goods and get Key to the money box
with every 81 purchase.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

HIDEs-Highest cash price paid for
hides at Field Bros meat market.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Mrs. j. H. Williams ia ENJOYING a
visit from her neice. Mrs. L. j. Meigs.
of Ell Reno, 0. T.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

For special prices on Heating and
Cook Stoves and Steel Ranges call on
FL. Ill. Case.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Mrs. Vida Frizzell, nee Sanderson. is
visiting with her old friend, Mrs. G. w.
Shaw
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14
Medicine Lodge School Report.

The patrons aud friends of the schools are
urgently requested TO visit the various
grades at any time and personally inspect
the work being done. A cordial welcome
will be extended to all.
E.A. SHEPARDSON, Principal.
Pupils neither absent nor tardy during the
month:
HIGH SCHOOL.
&. A. Shepardson, Principal
Roy Arterburn Dora AllensI
LYDIA Watkins Essie Lindley
Jetta Lewis James Woodward
Walter Owens.
ROOM ~
Elizabeth l.. Howard, Teacher.
Mildred Gano Una Holmes
Edna Kaufman Gladys Moore
Jesse Rankin Sybil Burney
Nellie Ross.
ROOM ".
Mary E. Taber. Teacher.
Bonnie Kaufman Herbert Lindley
walter Noble Carl Rankin
Bert Singer Sam Singer
Cornie Gibson Gail Moore
Maud Rankin Alma Shell
ROOM III.
Jennie B. MacGregor. Teacher.
Georgia Boone Mary Boone
Leora Flohr Pearl Matthews
Mildred irwin Maggie Martin
Roy Jones Carl Reeves
Frank Lndley Lora Snodgrass
Otto Southworth Charlie Watkins
Fred Watkins.
ROOM H..
Lola NJ. Berry, Teacher.
Elsie Boone Arthur Dobbs
Dora Hahn Orville Marquand
Abbie Lewis Fred Erhard
Gladys Shell Ralph Erhard
Bessie Tyrell Willie Erhard
Gladys Gibson Paul Kaufman
Grace Romig.
ROOM L.
Anna NJ. Hahn, Teacher.
Lena Romig Paul Irwin
Clifford Lindley Kate Watkins
Dora Boone Addie Murphy
Pearl Murphy.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Some hilarious fellow or fellows
broke out the large show windows in
l.. A. Ely Il Co.'S. store on Saturday
night.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Second hand brick for sale; 81 per
1000. Inquire of Aug. Schmidt, Med
lclne Lodge, Kansas.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14
Notice l.. T. Williams change in
lad" this week.

A. b. Wilkins buys shelled corn. He
Will pay you the highest price
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Wilkins makes speciality of Boots
and Shoes. He can suit you in both
price and quality.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Old papers for sale at this office for
| 20 cents per hundred.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

The Earnest Workers will meet with
Mrs. Lindley Thursday afternoon, De-
cember 18th. Stella Youmans, Sec'y.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Christmas Goods at John Luallen's.
Candies. nuts and beautiful ornaments.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Reese Clark was in from Moore last
! Wednesday. He deposited dollar to
keep his name on the meritoIious list.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

This section Of the country has been
visited by the greatest snowfall for
several years. 1t began showing on Sun
day morning and continued all day and
part of the night. 1t was steady, qui.
ct snow without any wind disturbance.
The estimated depth on Monday morn
ing was about six inches. Monday it
drifted some but began to melt gradu-
ally. 1t is hard on cattle In poor flesh
and will probably increase local prices
of grain and roughness. The snow
was preceded by some rather sharp
weather on Thursday, Friday and Sat
urday.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14
WEDNESDAY DEC. Z, 1898.
LOCAL NEWS.

J. D. Fair 81 Son sell Baden's BIB
Flour for S1.00.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14
Don't forget the dance Dec. 9Th.

Anthony Flour is the best. A. B.
Wilkins exclusive agent. Try a sack.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Fresh Bread, Pies, ETC., at Luallen' s
bakery every day. Try them.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Cliff Murphy has accepted a clerk
ship with II. L. Woodward.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Reduced rates for your Christmas
trip in this issue.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Miss Nellie Ross is assisting in the
Racket Store during the holiday rush.
Keys to money box can be tried Jan.
l, 1899. -Four keys will unlock the
box. Woodward.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14
Snowl snowl! snow!!! And then

Visit GIasier s. Co.'S clearing sale of
shoes and clothing.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

The citizens of Barber county will be
glad to learn that f. a. Lewis has been
successful in receiving a position as
guard at the federal prison at Leaven-
worth, under the civil service The ap
pointment came to Frank rather unex-
pectedly. He took the civil service ex-
animation some time ago but had no
hope of getting a place as many other
applicants had done the same thing.
However, he passed first class exam
ination and now has lifetime place il
he wants it that long. Frank LIE WIS
has many warm friends in Barber coun-
ty who congratulate him on his good
fortune. Mr.. Lewis and his estimable
family will remove TO Leayenworth as
soon as business matters can be ar.
ranged here. We speak for everybody
in Medicine Lodge when we say thai
we regret their departure They are
among our best people and are CITIZENS
OF whom any city or county can be
proud. But we all must do the best
for our own welfare and the kindesi
wishes of host of friends will follow
them.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1898-12-14

Judge G. w. Ellis, of Medicine Lodge
has been attending district court in
this city this week, and while here
found time TO make the Star office a
pleasant call. The Judge is not only
an able and successful lawyer, but is a
most courteous and affable gentleman.
lie received many we'll deserved COM
pliments on the able manner in which
he assisted the prosecution in the Hef-
lin Price cattle stealing case. j. w.
DeGeer, of D-erhead, shipped a fine
specimen of Black Top Merino sheep,
one day this week, to a sheep raiser in
Utah.-Coldwater Star
Evening star., 1898-10-31
AS 4 STEP BACKWARD.
How the Civil Service League r
cards HrOpOsed ExemptiOnk.

letter has been sent to President Ne
kinIey by the Civil Service Reform League
in regard to proposed changes inNhe civil
service system, the main points of which
are follows:
1t is reported that through the changes
in contemplation a large number of posi-
tions now filed either through promotion
or after open competitive examination will
be withdrawn from the protection of the
rules and restored to that class wherein
both appointment and retention depend
wholly upon the favor of the department
officer or of others who, directly or indi-
rectly, exercise this power. The league
submits for your consideration the GER
tainty that such changes, whatever their
motive, and however plausibly they may
be explained by those by whom they are
suggested, will be greeted alike by the
friends and enemies of the merit system
step backward-a step the more sig
nifcant because it will be the first step
backward avowedly taken by the execu-
tive branch of the government since the
civil service law took effect.
The merit system in our public admins
tration has proved its worth. Expert ance
has shown that wherever the hostility of
appointing or governing officers has not
been an zimpe6limenf 1t has improved the
personnel of the branches IN which II has
Aeene established. and reduced the public
Evening star., 1898-10-31

expense; while in other branches where
the rule has not been applied the case mas
often been notably the reverse.
In the classified force of the departmental
service at Washington, alone, during the
period from 1883 10 1896 the saving effect
ed annually through increased efficiency
mas been estimated, in the official reports
of the civil service commission at more
than $3,U00,0o0
We believe that changes. whereby posi-
tions and classes of positions are now re-
moved permanently from the classified
service, will be accepted not only as a step
backward, but as proof that the system is
not regarded by the present adrninistra-
tion as here and here to stay and will en-
evitabiy awaken doubts as to the sincerity
OF reneated declarations of the party now
dominant in national affairs that the law
establishing ii shall be thoroughly and hon.
estly enforced and extended wherever
practicable.
How far this view of the action said to
be contemplated would be just or reason
able we DO not think X needful to discuss
We lay before you our conviction. that it
would be the view taken, in fact by the
intelligent public, that it would impair the
confidence of many patriotic Americans in
the honor and good faith of their govern
menf, and that it would encourage the per-
nicious activity of men interested in our
politics principally as a means of securing
selfish advantage. We urge earnestly that
these grave evils may be guarded against.
Evening star., 1898-10-31
For Appointment OF Trustees.

Sarah A. Farr. Elizabeth l.. Downing and
Maria L. Richardson today. through At
tori eys Tallmadge A. and Wilton j. Lam
bert, filed a suit for the appointment Of
trustees and partition against Hugh NJ.
Browne. executor of the last will and tes-
lament of Elizabeth Browne, deceased
The bill alleges that the testatrix died seiz-
ed of valuable property in this city. known
as dwelling houses Nos. 141G 1 street and
1927 Corcoran street By her last will, ii
is explained, Mrs Browne left the property
under the control of the defendant as ~
ecutor. with direction to sell and divide
the proceeds between his sisters. the corr
plainants, ard himself but. it is charged,
the defendant has, since 1892, when the
property came under his control. both re-
fused to make the sale and TO account for
rents received These, IL is claimed, row
amount to a considerable sum. ii is asked
that the defendant be required to account
for all money paid TO him on account OF
the trust; that trustees be appointed to
sell the real estate and divide the proceeds
under direction Of the court, and pending
litigation receiver be appointed to pro-
tect and manage the property in question.