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Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1899-03-18

y contemporary tells of a dead edl-
TOR at whose funeral were Co., deIin-
quent subscribers who marched bv
and viewed the remains OF that
number co. muttered sadly: He was
an industrious, bright. and good man.
out lie couldn't save ANYTHING
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1899-03-18
A CAUTIOUS MOTHER B S ALWAYS IS k s@r

ply of BEGGS CHERRY CoUGH SYRUP.
n sudden cold may develop Group, and
before you can reach a drug store, the
enid may be past help. DELAYS are
DANGEROUS. We keep it, Jones &
Gibson
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1899-03-18

The fellow in town last week offer
ing sure cure for warts is fake.
The only way to cure wart is to rub
1t with raw potato which has been
planted seven days by crosS-eyed
negro in the northeast corner of a
graveyard in the full of the moon
Newton KanSan
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1899-03-18
Given Up by Four Doctors.
Beaver Dam, O., Aug. p. /

btdVtF IIan, U, Aug. =, $3.50.
My daughter, after being treated by
four doctors, and being given up for
lost, recommended Foley's Kidney
Cure. To-day she is able to walk sew
eral miles without fatigue. 1 feel we
would have lost her if it was not for
your medicine. Respectfully.
Mrs. j. NJ BAILEY.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1899-03-18

If a doctor makes a mistake he
burieS it; if Il merchant makes a mis-
take he crawlS out of it; if a LAWYER
makes blunder nobody knows 1T; if
Il bartender makes a mistake and gets
too much water In the whisky it is all
the better for the fellow who drinks
it; but if the editor makes a mistake
he puts it on paper for the world to
look at and every community there
are persons who think they are models
of wisdom because they occasionally
discover them-EX
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1899-03-18

Inc results of an over indulgence in
1000 or drink are promptly rectitied.
without pain or discomfort. by taking
few doses HERBIRE. Price 80 cents.
Jones & Gibson.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1899-03-18
Discovered by a Woman.

Another great discovery has been
made, and that too, by lady in this
country. "DiSease fastened it's
clutches upon her and for seven years
she withStood its severeSt tests, but
her vital organs were undermined and
death seemed imminent. For three
months she coughed necessarily, and
could not sleep. She finally discover
ed way to discovery, by purchasing
of us d bottle of DR.. Kings New Dis
covery for Consumption, and was so
much relieved on taking first dose,
that she slept all night; and with two
bottles, has been absolutely cured.
Her name is Mrs. Luther Lutz Thus
writes w. G. Hamnick & Co.. of Shell
by, n. G. Trial bottles free at Jones
& Gibson's Drug Store. Regular size
soc and 81. Every bottle guaranteed. 4
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1899-03-18

a new game is said to be very pop
ular, ''onion social" and is played as
as follows: The young ladies stand in
a row; one of them bites a piece out
of an onion and the fellow pays ten
cents to guess who bit it. The cor
rect guessers kiss the other girls.
while the unsuccessful kiss the pirl
who bit the onion. The game has its
strong points. Herald.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1899-03-18

j. Sheer, Sedalia, Mo-, conductor on
electric street car line, writes that
his little daughter was very low with
Group. and her life saved after all phy-
sicians had failed. only by using One
Minute Cough Cure. Jones & Gibson.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

Zener; Miss Lulu Rhodes. Miss Ellen Stew
AZ. MISS Anna Laidlaw. Miss Mary Weis,
MISS Julia Carpenter. Miss Ada Davis. Miss
Julia Engler. Miss Rose Griffin, Miss Ida
sharp, Miss Ida Van Guilder, Miss Rebecca
wren, Miss Cora Williams, Miss Ella
hatch. Miss Maude Lameroux. Miss Cora
piage; Miss Anna Irwin. Miss Alice Zeigler,
MISS Bray, Miss Bennett. Miss Hadle, Miss
cooper, Miss Eidmiller, Miss Cowan, Miss
Gregory.
Mr.; and Mrs. E.. NJ. Walton entertained
the Starlight Social Club at their home.
on Chestnut avenue Wednesday evening,
as a birthday surprise to their daughter.
Edith; Cp-to-date games were played and
refreshments were served. Those present
were: Miss Elizabeth Ditsch. Miss Blanche
Rolfson, Miss Alicia Corbin, Miss Maude
McGollum, Miss Flora Crabtree. Miss Mat
tie Bennett. Miss Maude Rowe, Miss josie
Westfall, Miss Jessie Westfall. Miss E!!Z-
abeth Hoefner. Mr.. Carl Ditsch, Mr.. Ar
thur George, Mr.. Edward Knapp. Mr..
Burnham, Mr.. Walter Bryson. Mr.. Rus
sell S~talnaker, Mr.; Warner Keitner. Mr..
Clarence Dudley. Mr.. Charles Bryson, Mr..
Frank Hagan, Mr.. Nolan. Mr.. Floyd Pm
ger. Mrs. Walton entertained a few of
her friends Thursday afternoon very pleas
antly. The guests were: Mrs. Spies, Mrs.
Record, Mrs. Marsh, Mrs. Jones. Mrs. AL
mond. Mrs. Lathey. Mrs. Gates, Mrs.
King. Mrs. Morgan.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

evening from s to 9 o'clock. At the last
meeting Mrs. Mackenzie-Walkerl gave a
short hSa talk sa5s On Hsd IMus nisva Mrs . G Meske ep and ind
piano: H Wv ". IS. Morse sang a solo and
Mrs. Cora Lyman gave an instrumental
solo.
The Every Other Week Club will hold
q called meeting ON January 10 with Mrs.
programme Of January . will be given.
The conversation will be on Legends Of
England"
Mrs. E. L. Swazey entertained the Al
ternate Tuesday Club at Its last meeting
on January g. Her beautiful ssGiu new home at
occasion. and there were other guests pres
ent beside club members. Mrs. Guiwitz'
literary features of the afternoon. Rev.
on the Domestic Life Of Ancient Greece"
tributed to make the afternoon a memoir
able one.
The Mothers Union will resume its meet
OF the Central school. The Rev. W. F.
Richardsen viii speak on The Relation
Wife and Mother Everyone is invited to
attend the session. Little. ones that can
not be left at home will be cared for by
the kindergarten.
Member of the Athenaeum received their
friends on January 2 from 5 to s D. m. The
clubrooms were in holiday attire and pre-
ssnted a beautiful picture. In the reception
hail the fretwork of the stairway and bal
ustrade were twined with Christmas greens,
and the mantel of the fireplace was banked
with holly. In the auditorium daintily laid
tables were set ard coffee and cake were
dispensed therefrom.
AIRS. Laura +. Scammon, Mrs. Ben Har-
din. Mrs. John W. Gish, Miss Minna Kid
we'll and other officers and members greet
ed guests and provided for their enter
The New Century Club will hold its
fourth annual meeting in parlor s.. Mid
land hotel. Monday, January 9. at 2 O'clock
p. m. An interesting meeting is antici-
pated.
A most attractive course of study in
American history Is outlined In the YEAR
book Of the Wednesday Club. of Holton.
Kas. Beginning with the Declaration of In
dependence. and the Revolution and end
ing with the Mexican war. the principal
events of interest are mapped out.
The programme for each day has an
appropriate quotation at its head. One
rnHkl~.AA - ~ a
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

Monday. January 2. was the occasion
of the Warwick Clubs annual reception
at which lime the parlor and rooms are
turned over to the ladies', who receive their
friends. The rooms were handsomely ard
the club colors.. A mandolin orchestra fur
nished music from 3 to Z. An elaborate
lunch was served by the ladies and the
tire afternoon. In the evening dancing to
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08
Athenaeum calendar:

Athenaeum calendar: ~.
Monday. January 3. 1:3o r. m.-Department of mu.
sic-oratorio. Messiah Sebastian Bachl; Men
man. Mrs. W. B.. Hill.
Monday, January ., $3.50 p. m.-Extens,on class o,
high school. President. Mrs. E. r.. Weeks.
TUESDAY; January 10; 2 p: m-Literaiure depart
Mrs. Anderson Shobe.
Tuesday, January 10. 4:S0 p. m.-Advance class in
French literature.
Tuesday. January. 10; s p. m:-Estenton class.
music department. Leader. Mrs. Mackenzie Wood.
Wednesday, January II. 10 a. m.-Regular meeting
Of board Of managers.
Wednesday, January II. $50 .. m.-Club day Of
thursday. January -. 1890 a. m.-Department Of
current events-''The Interoeeanic Canal" Chair
man: Mrs. R. J. Mecarty
Friday. January 10. 4:3o p. m.-Advanced class In
French literature.
Member of the Fiction class of the Attn
enaeum are requested to respond at 2
o'clock sharp, the programme being a long
one.
Federation pins may be procured from
Mrs. j. J. Foster, the treasurer of the
Athenaeum. on Tuesday afternoons from .
to 4 O'Clock. at the Athenaeum rooms, cor
ner of Ninth and Locust streets.
Programme for the open session of the
musical department of the Athenaeum to
be given on Wednesday. January II. at
2:30 p. M:
Duet. Symphonic Militaire Naydn). Mrs. Hedges.
song. selected, Miss Emelie Russell.
Violin obIigato. Miss Elizabeth Russell.
t) Valse chromatique tGodard. b) Norwegian
Dances tGriegJ, Mrs. L. A. Schaefer.
Miss Sara Wilson.
Duo. two pianos (Bolero ReinckD. Mrs. Lyman,
Mrs. Bodrnan.
Song. ':Nucca Proiblta'' tGastaldon,. Miss Helen
Higgins.
az Tarantelle, E fat minor (Schumann), d, .In
the Gondola' Franz BeudeD. Mrs. E. c. White.
Song, The Flight of Ages tBeran). Mrs. W. W.
Morse.
The "Behr Club will meet at 1912 Cherry
street on Monday, January 9. at 1870 d. m,
Subject. Beethoven" leader, Miss Irene
Belden.
Thu Reciprocity day of the South Side
Literary Tub planned for January 10. has
been postponed on account of the death of
Mrs. Carl AIDE. one of its members. and
the regular meeting of the club will be held
at the home of Mrs. Seachrest on that dav.
The Household Economic Association has
women and young girls in every work in
building has been fitted up.
On Monday evenings free lectures In cooL-
cry will be given by Mrs. Christine Terhune
p: m. a upp class for young working
for . cents apiece. On Thursdays at $50
Pm. and go p. m: courses of instructions
Tor housemaids will be given. On Fridays
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

The genuine novelty Of the figures danced
In. the cotillon given Monday evening by
Miss Mary Slavens, added to the interest
attaching to the first large entertaining
South Main street. made the affair a not
able one. The figures were devised by
Mr.. and Mrs. George Evans, who led the
cotillon.
The first was a militia y figure. giving
ample opportunity for pretty evolntions
ana n picturesque favors: The cakewalk fig
ing flower parasolS and the men wearing
silk hats, Five couples di.nced this figure,
moving about a large cate In the center
or the floor. Miss Lucy Christie won the
cake.
Another interesting figure was the Con-
v ware Eup aale fiE Eits t In sshie and the the la msn
had each a numbered package. For the
"hold-up" figure. the lights were turned
dark lanterns and pistols, and the ladies
were held up"
The picturesque house, with its odd and
delightful arrangement of hall, music
in palms and flowers. American Beauty
roses were the preferred blossom. Down
TONED with cedar. Mrs. Evan received
with Miss Slavens.
,a mr.; and about Mrs. sisb :; w yo,1 I; n slayenT Tvs enter
day evening for their son. Carl. who in
this pleasant fashion took leave Of his
young friends. He leaves this week for
Mrs. ]. B. Lemons musicale Thursday
afternoon was characterized by delightful
and served as a charming me-
dunn for the introduction of Mrs. W. Roy
Kendall to music-loving married women
among Mrs. Lemons friends. Mrs. Ken
dali herself has a Sweet. sympathetic voice
and contributed several numbers to the
Programme. Indeed, each guest shared in
the musical feast. Miss Carolyn Leidish
was the only violinist present and her
numbers were especially enjoyable.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

Mrs. William Edward Swentzel has out
Invitations for a reception on Wednesday
afternoon from . TO ) O'Clock.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08
WOMEN'S CLUBS.

The Council of Jewish Women will give
an open session in the parlors of the Prog
ress Club on Monday. January ., at $50
p. m. The subject under discussion. and in
requested to join. is Has Club Life Fos-
tered the Development of the Serious or
the Humorous in the Character of Wom-
an?" Mrs. Theodore W. Griff will lead in
the argument. The musical numbers will
be given by Mrs. w. W. Morse. Mrs. Harry
CAM and Mrs. Cora w, Lyman.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

The Young Married Peoples Club is to
be revived and will hold its first meeting at
the residence Of Mr.. n Mrs Oliver Carlat
on Park avenue, tomorrow evening.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

Wedding and reception invitations en-
graVed in correct form. Send for samples
JacCard's. 1882 Main,
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

Mrs. Uri ]. Hill has issued invitation:
for a luncheon and card party ON Thurs
day. Mr.. and Mrs. Hill have invited guest,
for the evening OF the same day.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

Mr.. and Mrs. John Taylor have invited
guests for Thursday evening of this week.
TO meet Mr.. Wentworth Harrington. Dane
ing.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

Miss -Leidigh and Miss Carolyn LeidiSh
entertained informally at cards at their
HON in Munford court Tuesday afternoon.
Prizes were won by Miss Alexander. Miss
Alice Dean and Miss Grace Coburn.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

Mrs. Leon T. Brown entertained friends
Miss HeitZ.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08


Most charming hospitality was dispensed
by Mrs. Richard Hooker Friday afternoon
from 3 TO > o'clock. when she received sew
eral hundred guests in her spacious home
On South Troost avenue. The setting fur
this smart function was beautiful in every
detail. Beside. the entrance door of the
hall stood a magnificent palm lifting its
feathery fronds in a graceful arch quite
above the Intel A number Of other palms
in the hall. The doorways were curtained
with asparagus fern and all the chan
deliers were clothed with its dainty green.
White roses were employed In the drawing
room. orchids and yellow roses in the
morning room, md LaFrancs roses in the
library, where Miss locker, Miss Mar.,-
aret Hooker. Miss Olive Woodson and Miss
Helen Black served punch.
Inc dinlnE room was u bower of green,
Wild smilaN. n new and most effective
feature in decoration this year, radiated
on all sides from the chandelier. completely
covering the ceiling and falling in a thick
green fringe over the walls. The table
centerpiece was an oval mound of rare
ferns and American Beauty roses. Large
vases of American Beauties Were on the
sideboards and mantel.
Mrs. Hooker was assisted in. receiving bv
her sister, Mrs. c.. II. Wallace, of st.
Joseph. and Mrs. Jesse Hooker, of KEN
lucky, and by Mrs. S. C. Woodson A.
sisting In entertaining were:
MS ): Lee Porter. Mrs. Hal Gaylord.
Ms. William 7. Kemper, Mrs. T. l. Brent.
Mrs. Hooker was gowned In gray sat,,
brocade with trimmings of cerise mousse
line de sole. Mrs. Wallace wore white ne.
over white silk, with quillings of cream
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

Mrs. ]. J.. CaIrnes will give a Juvenile
party Tuesday afternoon for her little
daughter.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

The annual meeting of the Woman's
Christian Association for the election CT
Ills Charlotte street, Thursday morning,
January 5. The following members We're
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

Mrs. Arthur =. Tureman and Mrs. Keel
ing g. Pulliam will be at home to friends
at 2621 Independence boulevard Tuesday
afternoon. as Mrs. Pulliam leaves for her
home this week.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

satin ribbon Mrs. Jesse Hooker was IN
black net over bIack and white striped
silk, and Mrs. Woodson's gown was of
vieuX rose velvet.
The gowns of the young women who
served were in harmony with the prevail
ing color Of the library Miss Black was
in red silk with black and pink. Miss
Hooker in white mousseline de sole, Miss
Margaret Hooker in white mouaseline over
pink silk. and Miss Olive Woodson in white
crepe de chine, relieved by touches of
golden yellow. . .
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

Miss Alice Chappell entertained INFORMAL
~ at cards Friday evening for Miss
Frances Wood, of Marshall, who is her
guest. Prizes were awarded Miss Keebler,
Miss Edna Jackson, Mr.. Bird McGarvey
and Mr.. VIII Webb. 80
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

Miss Bessie Garrett. Miss Bertha Knonn
Miss Margaret Bauer and Miss Florence
Bauer entertained a few friends at the
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

at $3.50 a.. m. practice lessons and demon
i%stration lectures will be given for a small
tuition price.
teal lessons in luncheons or Sunday night
suppers will be given for young house
wives and engaged young women"
there is demand for them. Glasses are
opened in tenement house kitchens wher-
ever there are eight or ten pupils. A teach
er Is furnished free by the Household
Economic Association.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

The Five S Club danced at Athenaeum
hall Wednesday evening. Those present
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

An interesting event of the week will be
Mrs. j. Lee Porter's reception tomorrow
afternoon. Mrs. Porter will have the as
sistance of Mrs. w. Ewing Hall. Mrs. ].
B. Porter, Mrs. o. v. Wilson, Mrs. w. A.
Wilson, Mrs. C. Lester Hall and Mrs. John
Taylor.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

home of the Misses Bauer last Monday
evening. Punch was dispensed in the
in the dining room. A most delightful
evening was spent by all present, who
were:
Mrs. Bucroft and Mrs. Nicholson. DeSoto. KaA.
Mrs. Lambert. Mr.. Ed Cromwell.
Miss Bessie Goodhue, Mr.. Chase Liggett,
Miss Jessie Lambert, Mir. Will Lunt.
Miss Nina Lambert, Mr.. Clyde Baltzeey.
Mr.. Loren Wells. Mr.. Erma Durham.
Mr.. Walton Hassler,
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

Mrs. James E. Seaver entertained Nom
day afternoon and Tuesday evening. both
functions being in compliment to her
guest, Miss Martha Porter, of Bowling
Green. KY. On New Years day the
guests were limited to the hostess maid
and bachelor friends. while married con-
pies were asked for Tuesday evening.
amusement provided for Monday Afternoon
Miss Piper and Mr.. Robert Goodnow Won
the prizes. Those in attendance were.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

The Garfield Avenue Card Club will meet
on Friday evening. January 20, with Mr..
and Mrs. j. J.. Swofford. of 61 Garfield
avenue. Last Friday evenings meeting
was held at the residence of Mrs. Staley.
Mrs. Robert Swofford and Mr.. It. y. Kim
ney proved the most skillful players.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

. On Wednesday, two weddings will be
celebrated, thai of Miss Flora Bower
Mem and Mr.. II. H. Huntington in st.
Mary's Episcopal church. and the home
marriage of Miss Minnie Mae Goodwin.
daughter of Mr.. and Mrs. Adam c. Good
win, and DR.. L. T. Hollis, of Drexel. Mo.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

The Every Other Week Club will hold
q called meeting on January 10 with Mrs.
Frey Rayfeld. 9s Holmes street, when the
programme Of January . will be given.
The conversation will be on Legends Of
England"
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

A merry party of young folks gathered
at the home of Mr.. and Mrs. James Fair
weather. SeSs De Croft way, on Saturday
night, December 81. to greet the new year
Various amusements We're ndulged in. and
recitations and songs by various members
of the party were rendered while waiting
for the bells to sound the coming of the
new year: AT n:SO refreshments were
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

The birthday anniversary of Mr.. E. H..
Phelps, last Wednesday. was the occasion
of a very pleasant surprise so far as he
was concerned. His friends, to the num-
Der of twenty-five. came in on hin with
out ceremony, accepting the invitation of
Mrs. Phelps: 4 delightful evening was
enjoyed. and refreshments, dainty and
choice. We're served. Among those present
Uara-
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

In Philadelphia an association for work
ing girls has started a fund which will be
kept for the purpose OF aiding any deserv-
ing girl who through sickness or other
stands in need of temporary
assistance. The money is to be repaid
it becomes possible.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

Denver may nave a Consumers League
and a white list of stores that comply
the leagues requirements.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

The New Century Gu will hold its
fourth annual meeting in parlor S, Mid
land hotel. Monday, January 9. at 2 O'clock
p. m. An interesting meeting is antici-
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-01-08

The new venture made by the Athenaeum
music department in introducing an extern
sion class met with great encouragement.
At the first meeting, last Thursday. there
were twenty-eight members enrolled. Mrs.
Mackenzie-Wood is the leader. and will
teach sight reading Inc chorus singing to
all who desire to join the class. Ladies'