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Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1899-12-21
Mark Twain,s Watermelon.

"The first time" says Mark Twain,
shat ever stole watermelon--that
Is, | think il was the first time; any
way, 1t wns right along there some.
where stole IL out of farmers
wagon while he was waiting on an.
other customer. Stole Is harsh term.
| Withdrew, retired, that water
melon. carried 1t to secluded cor.
ner of a lumber yard. | broke 1t open.
II was green-the greenest watermelon
raised in the valley that year. The
minute ! saw it was green was sorry
and began to reflect. Reflection Is the
beginning of reform. II you don't re.
feet when you commit q crime, then
that crime is of no use. II might just
as well have been committed by some
one else. You must reflect or the
value is lost You are not vaccinated
against committing ii again. | began
to reflect. said to myself; What
ought boy to do who has stolen
green watermelon? What would
George Washington do, the Father OF
His Country. the only American who
could not tell lie? What would he
do? There is only one right, high,
noble thing for any boy to do who has
stolen watermelon of that class
he must make restitution; he must re-
store that stolen property to It's right
fol owner said would do II when
made that good resolution. felt
It to be a noble, uplifting obligation.
! rose up spiritually stronger and re-
freshed. ! carried that watermelon
back-what was left of it-and re-
stored 1t to the farmer and made him
give me a ripe one in its place. Now,
you see that this constant impact Of
crime upon crime protects you against
further commission Of crime. II builds
you up A man can't become morally
perfect by stealing one or thousand
green watermelons, but every little
helps Rehobotk Sunday Herald.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1899-12-21
TO OPEN RESERVATIONS.
Senator Chilton's Hill on the Ki0wa, Co.
manchs and Apache Lands Causes Ex-
citement Among Land Boomers.

Chicago, Dec. 1S.-A special to the
Chronicle from Perry, Ok, says: The
introduction by Senator Chiffon, OF
Texas, of a bill to open the Kiowa,
Comanche and Apache Indian reser-
vations, has caused excitement among
the land boomers. For the last year
homeseekers and others have been
camping near those lands waiting for
the opening hour to roll around. The
announcement that this new country
may be opened soon has increased
these landseekers. Another reason for
the unusual activity is the fact that
the Wichita mountains, which pass
through these Indian reservations, are
reported to be rich with gold. The
country is well adapted to the grow
ing of wheat, oats, corn, cotton and
stock raising. 1t is understood that
the cattlemen who have a consider
able portion Of these lands leased for
grazing cattle, will fight Senator
Chilton's bill.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1899-12-21
THE NEBRASKA SENATORSHIp
MIR. Bryan Thinks the appointment of Mr..
Allen Ought to Give Universal
Satisfaction.

Austin, Tex, Dec. l4.-When asked
yesterday by an Associated press corre-
spondent as to what he thought of Mr.
Aliens appointment as senator from
Nebraska Mr.. Bryan replied
think the appointment Of Mr., Allen ought to
give universal satisfaction, He made u good
record In the senate and last year had the unani-
nous support of the fusion members Of the
legislature. think that in making this APP
pointment the governor acted wisely. There
are several democrats in the state who would
have filled the office acceptably, but the fact
that Allen was last year the choice Of all three
parties makes him the logical man for the place.
/ have no doubt that democrat will be chosen
next year to succeed Senator Thurston and that
will give our state populist and a democrat In
the senate.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1899-12-21
FRESH MEAT SCHEME
1t Is to Be Transported from Aus
tralia to Manila.
TO ENLIST CUBANS As SOLDIERS.
Several Regiments to He Made Up of Ma
tives 50 - to Relieve Americans That
They May BE Sent to the
Philippines.

Washington, Dec. 1S.-The secretary
Of the navy and naval authorities in
the Philippines are engaged on plans
which will furnish the army and navy
in that quarter with fresh meat as
daily ration. Three of the navy ships
have been established as line to
transport beef and mutton between
Manila and Brisbane, Australia. These
ships are the Culgoa, the Celtic and
the Glacier. The first two, designed
for store ships, have had increased re-
frigerator facilities added, SO as to
specially fit them for their new duty.
The issue of fresh meat daily is felt
to be an important factor in keeping
up the strength of the troops in serv-
ice in that unhealthful country, who
are subjected to so much exposure. 1t
has been found that the meat thus
bought can be carried to the north
line at Angeles and reach there in
frozen condition. The Australian
beef and mutton bought are of prime
quality, and can be laid down in Ma
Mia by this method at lower price
than it can if brought from San Fran
cisco, as the distance is shorter.
CUBANS TO BE ENLISTED.
Washington, Dec. 1S-Several regi-
ments will be recruited in Cuba from
among the natives to relieve our
troops so that they may be sent to the
Philippines to replace returning sol
diers. The Cubans have been found
anxious to enlist in our service, and
arc believed to be capable of perform
ing military service in a proper man
ner. A number of applications have
been received at the war department
from officers of the army for appoint
ments in these regiments, and it is
probable that the colonies will be Sc
lected from captains of the line who
have had some experience in Cuba and
who have an intimate knowledge Of
the Spanish language. The junior Of
fieers are likely to be taken from
among our non-commissioned officers
end from civil life. The organization
of the regiments will be arranged in
detail very soon.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1899-12-21
The National Republican League.

Washington, Dec. 1.-THE executive
committee of the National Republican
league concluded its sessions here yes
terday and shortly before one O'Clock
its members were received at the white
house by the president. At the final
session several resolutions were pre-
sented. One offered by Melville Hayes,
of Ohio, and unanimously adopted,
urged the upbuild ug of the American
merchant marine.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1899-12-21

ochonewald could return the fire. In
all, ten shots were exchanged, one
taking effect in Riddles upper lip and
lodging at the root of his teeth. Three
balls struck Schonewald, one in the
abdomen, one in the chest and one
passing through the neck. Riddle and
his wife became estranged several
years since and Schonewald had been
paying attentions to Mrs. Riddle for
some years. He had been warned by
Riddle to desist or he would be shot.
It is not thought that either Of the
men will die.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1899-12-21
ABILENE WEEKLY REFLECTOR ABILENE KANSAS DECEMBER a. Ss9WELW PAGES
PROHIBITION CONVENTION.
II Has been Decided to Hold II in Chicago
on June ~ Of Next
Yenr

Ch;,o,o Dao ,a-Tba mobilization
national convention will he held in
Chicago on Juna 81 ~ naxt vear This
was decided IN at The meeting vester.
dav ~ Tho national committees ~ tho
,roh;h;,;or nnrtv hold A. Tho p.lmer
oouse At which "a national com mittee.
men ware nrasent renressnt;no IA
states Tho contest for Tho con vent;m
was mite A snirited one. South Rend.
Ind. Indianano,is Ind. and Columbus.
O.. sending representatives to urge the
advantage NJ those cities ne onvention
noints Int after a lengthy debate the
of,ar ~ the ch;caoo nroh;h;,;on;sts IN
nav al, the ernanses ~ tho convention
nrovide a hall with comfortable
seating capacitv Of over II, 600 and "a.
cure reduced ra;lroad rates was M.
cepted Only one ballot was taken
tho vote standing. Chicago IA. Sonth
Bend 4. Indianano,is 4. Rnffalo q.
Columbus 9
The resignation of National Chair
man Samuel Dickie Of MICHIGAN was
accented nv the committee after con.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1899-12-21
J. E. BREWER.
Eggs Wanted-Either Cash or Trade Paid,

how II changed and reverberated
through the empty house. held the
door aiar, and saw as it were, uncon-
uciously, q gaunt, slouching figure
pass to the front at shambling run.
The "Corporal's" military step was,
OIL what a sweet sound to mel l
spoke to him, still holding the door,
ready to fly at an instants notice.
"Therc Is a dreadful looking man
about, q tramp. Put the chain upon
the hall door, and don't let him in" |
called out Historically.
"All right, miss" replied the cor
poral, departing with loud leisurely
footsteps. | heard him put up the
chain and open the door with his
usual flourish. Presently he closed 1t
and came back, saying very peevishly:
"There is not soul there, Miss Ell
len. You were up early, and you fell
nsleep without doubt and you dreamt
It,"
mo, not this time" was my answer.
81 expect he is hidden in the lau'
rels; keep the door locked and barred
for heavens sake, and corporal"-in
my most coaxing key-"if you don't
mind, would you sit in the hall till
they come back" They-meaning tho
family and servants, returned about .
p'clock-alI full Of their days doing,
and in the highest spiriis--they dis
coursed volubly Of their bargains.
sand you, Of course, saw no one, and
you stick at home, Nell said my
brother Ted. "You have nothing to
tell u.s."
"You are mistaken for once" ] an.
Bwered, TREMENDOUSLY; "the tramp; ]
dreamed about, caIed-the man with
the red necktle."
swell, that is news"
~ did not go to receive him this
time, as you may imagine ] contin'
ued with i'll assumed composure. u
called Corporal, and when he opened
the door there was no one to be scent"
"You don't say So" cried Teddy,
sarcastcaly.
" should have been rather sur
prised II there was; you were dream.
Ing again; how does Corporal like at.
tending on your visionary callers? !
thought he looked rather black"
"But IL was no dream this time" ]
repeated. 81 saw the tramp as plainly
as l see you; the dream was a warns
Ing, and saved my life.'
Saved your grandmother"
"Upon my word, Nell, il is getting
serious you and your visitor with the
red tie" and he reared with laughter
Nevertheless the next morning he
and everyone looked grave enough
when news was brought that Mr., and
Mrs. Kelly, who lived at lonely spot
about mile away. ard were credited
with considerable savings, had been
found with their house pillaged and
their throats cut. Their spoons, watch
and money had been carried of, al
though the old couple had evidently
made desperate struggle for theiI
lives and property The furniture wal
upset, and the walls were splashed
with blood. However, the only clue
70 the murderers. identity was part oil
. red wooden necktie, found in thu
dead woman's rigid clutch; the otheI
half was subsequently picked up II
the wood; but the tramp. Its owner
was never seen again, no not even II
my dreams. Buffalo Evening News.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1899-12-21
Against Pensioning Deserters,

Kansas City, Mo-, Dec. l5.-The local
members OF the &. A. R. are strongly
opposed to the passage Of the bill in
troduced in the United States senate
by Senator Cullom, Of Illinois, making
deserters in the civil war eligible to
pensions. At the meeting of Farragut-
Thomas post No. s. last night, strong
resolutions were adopted protesting
against the passage of the bill.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1899-12-21

Topeka, KAN, Dec. l5.-Secretary
johnson, Of the State Society of Labor
and Industry, is preparing blanks to
be used in gathering information for
the annual report of the society. The
report will contain chapter devoted
to the investigation of pauperism in
Kansas. Mr.. johnson will also investi-
gate the creamery and packing in.
dustry of the state.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1899-12-21
A pUGILIST KILLED.
Henry Neise, of St. Louis, Loses His Life ~
the Hands of Fred Bellerson.
OF Utah.

st. Louis, Dec. 15 = Comedy and
tragedy were depicted in the arena OF
the st. Louis Athletic club last night.
In the preliminary bout preceding the
star contest between Tommy White,
the l25.pound champion of the world,
and kid" Broad, of Cleveland, Henry
Neise, of st. Louis, and Fred Bellerson,
reputed to be the heavyweight cham.
pion of Utah, went on for Is rounds.
Neise was long and lanky, while Bel
lerson was hog-fat, their combined
weight approximating 400 pounds.
The first five rounds proved a comedy
of errors. The performance of the men
was so grotesque that roars of laugh.
ter greeted their efforts. No harm was
done until the bell tapped for the sixth
round, in which, after heavy ex-
change, Neise was foored by hard
right hook to the jaw. He arose grog-
gy with his back to the Utah man,
who, seeing his advantage, planted a
terrific right hand swing to the head,
bringing Neise to the floor, his head
striking with dull thud. He was
carried from the ring in an uncon-
scious state and a physician summoned.
White and Broad then entered the ring
and, after fighting two rounds with
honors even, were stopped by the po-
lice, who announced that Neise was
dead. Tim Hurst and Manager
Charles W. Whitney were Immediately
taken into custody. Bellerson escaped,
but his seconds were put under arrest
The physicians verdict was that Neise
died from conclusion of the brai n.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1899-12-21
Coal oil and 0a.olIns We're Mixed.

Joplin, Mo-, Dec. a. Mrs. A. Wilbur,
an aged widow, living with her dangh-
ter, a mile west Of Joplin, died yesterday
as the result Of an explosion while she
was starting fire by using oil from a
can containing a mixture of gasoline
and coal oil which had unknowingly
heen mixed.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1899-12-21
silver Jubilee Celebrated.

Louisville Ky, Dec. 16.-The silver
Jubilee of the Christian Foreign Mis-
sionary society was celebrated here
to-day. Leaders of that denomination
were present from Kentucky, Ohio,
Indiana and Missouri, including DR.. A.
Mclean, of Cincinnati; Hon. w. s.
Dyi;enson, of Cincinnati, first treas.
urer of Che society; DR.. ]. H. CARR
son Of st. Louis and DR.. ]. Z. Pounds
Of indianapolis.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1899-12-21
Casks of Oleomargarine Seized.

Detroit. Mich, Dec. 15.-Collector OF
Internal Revenue Charles Wright has
seized 600 casks Of oleomargarine, val
ued at about $4,000, which were en-
route from Chicago to Liverpool. The
reason for the seizure is said to be
that the manufacturer had evaded the
special oleomargartne tax and in so
doing violated the revenue laws. The
name Of the manufacturer, who is
claimed to be a prominent Chicago pro-
Queer, Is withheld by the officers.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1899-12-21
Shooting Array on the street.

Randolph, Kan, Dec. 18Th. s.
Riddle, a prominent merchant, met
William Schonewald, a stockman, on
the public square yesterday evening
in company with the formers wife
and fred two shots into him before
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1899-07-09
TRIBUTE TO AMERICAN WOMEN.
Lady Aberdeen Says They Outclassed
All Others at the Council.

copyright 1885, by the Associated Press.1
LONDON, July s-A representative Of the
Associated Press has interviewed the Count
ess Of Aberdeen and others regarding the
practical results likely TO accrue from the
Information Council of Women. Lady Aber-
deem. who is an enthusiastic admirer of the
American and Canadian delegates, said:
Every one of them was a skilled expert
and most of them were trained speakers,
whom the congress was delighted TO hear.
which cannot be said in regard TO many OF
the other speakers. The Americans, a
rule. were better informed. more decided in
opinion and further advanced on the lead
ing topics than any OF the other delegates.
They fairly outstripped the English women.
who. however, were better informed than
the continental delegates in general knowl-
edge of the subjects pertaining TO women.
Mrs. Sewall won the congress from the first.
Her extraordinary tact I'm dealing with such
a large gathering was remarkable. Miss
Susan b. Anthonys powerful advocacy of
women's claims distinctly added TO her al
ready great reputation.
Regarding the results the grand consum-
nation has been reached OF welding to-
gether cosmopolitan body OF thoughtful
women. prepared TO educate their fellow
women. Twenty-Five years hence the leaven
of to-day will have leavened the whole
world. and the irresistible force of public
opinion will have raised Won n to their
proper sphere" n
Miss Susan B. Anthony dwelt enthusi-
astically on the work OF the council and
said: I'VE have already taken the outer
trenches Of the worlds thought"
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1899-07-09

The Cup Challenger Reported to Have
shown Good Speed.

SOUTHAMPTON, July s.-The cup chal-
lenger Shamrock quite Unexpectedly left her
moorings at 11:3o this morning and sailed
down Southampton water on a canvas
stretching trip. The Ivcrna also started,
apparently with the intention of testing her
speed against Shamrock. The latter had a
splendid run from off Hurst Castle Yachts
men here declare she fulfilled every prom
Use to-day and gives evidence of being the
best-equipped cup challenger ever seen in
the Solent. She returned to Southampton
tonight. II is the belief here the trials
were In every way successful. both as to
speed and steering qualities. The yacht
Will repeat the spin on July 15
The Meteor has arrived here and is being
locked and cleaned. 1t Is expected she will
be ready TO sail early next week, though
her captain still declares he has not yet re-
ceived orders to sail the yacht against the
Shamrock. Emperor William is expected to
inspect Shamrock before she sails to the
United States.
There is great excitement In yachting cir
cles here at the prospect OF speedily getting
some inkling OF Shamrock's qualities.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1899-07-09
VOLUNTEERS REVIEWED.
$4,000 Paraded Before a Crowd Of
10000 People.

LONDON, July s-The centenary re-
view and inspection of the Metropolitan
Volunteers, who were organized in Hyde
Park by George III to oppose the appre-
hended invasion of England by the troops
of Napoleon, occurred on the Horse Guards
parade this afternoon Over $1,000 London
volunteers took part in the review. and
the beautiful weather made the event the
great spectacle of the season. st. James
Park and it's neighborhood were crowded
with about 10000 persons. The reviewing
officers consisted of the Prince of Wales,
the Duke of York, the Grand Duke Michael
of Russia, Field Marshal Lard Wolseey,
the commander-in-chief; the Duke of Cam
bridge. the headquarters staff and the
American and continental attaches.
A large number Of Americans paid high
prices for favorable spots from which to
view the parade The adjoining Carleton
House terrace. overlooking the park, was
an exceptionally advantageous spot. Mr..
and Mrs. A. J. Balfour, Mr.. and Mrs.
Joseph Choate, Mrs. John w. Mackay
Count Won Hatzfeldt, the German ambas-
sador, and Mr.. Aston. who reside there
entertained large parties, among the guests
being Mr.. and Mrs. Bradley Martin, the
Earl and Countess of Craven, Mr. and Mrs.
Arthur Paget. Mr.. Henry White and Miss
White. Mrs. Reynolds and Senator and Mrs
Hanna, Senator Henry Cabot Lodge and
Mrs. Lodge while the Princess of Wales,
the Duchess of York, the Duke OF Albany
and Princess Henry OF Battenburg wit
nessed the parade from carriages in the
royal enclosure. Captains Dewitt c. Falls
and Francis @. Landon. OF the Seventh
Regiment, y. G. S.. New York. on the in
vitation OF Sir Charles Edward Howard
Vincent. commander of the Queens West
minister Volunteers. witnessed the review
from the lords stand. In conversation
Captain Landon said he was greatly i'm
pressed and pleased with the martial bear
ing of the troops. especially the London
Scottish and Royal Irish Regiments. at the
head of the last-narhed of which rode the
Duke OF Counaught. Necessarily" Cam
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1899-07-09
Twenty-Six-Mile Race on Larchmont
Over smooth Water and In
Fairly Steady Breeze.
ACCIDENT AFTER THE FINISH
DEFENDER FOULED BY THE COLUM-
BIA AND HER STEEL BOOM BENT.
Spin Taken by the Shamrock, the
Americas Cup Challenger - Will
Probably Race Against the Meteor.

NEW YORK, July Sat last the big sloop
yachts Columbia and Defender have met in
a battle royal that has been satisfactory to
all concerned. In a strong and fairly steady
breeze and smooth water they sailed over
a course Of about twenty-six miles to-day.
and in covering that distance the Columbia
fairly and squarely outsailed the Defender
by three minutes and thirteen seconds actual
time. If the Columbia, after measurement.
is found to allow the Defender two minutes
she will still have beaten her by one minute
and thirteen seconds. That means that she
can beat her now over a full thirty-mile
course by at least two minutes corrected
time, and that when she is tuned up, say by
the September races, she will easily beat
her five minutes, which is all that is re-
CURED Of her. To-day's race was as fine a
smooth water test as the yachts may ever
expect to get. Here are the official figures,
ne oh ut al
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1899-07-09
HANNA SCORES WARNER.
The Senator Intimates the Ex-Con-
gresham In Not a Patriot.

Copyright, 1883, by the Associated Press.
LONDON, July s-Senator Mark Hanna
says he regards former Congressman John
Dewitt Warmers denunciation OF him and
other prominent men before the Brooklyn
Democratic Club, Tuesday night. as cabled
here. as being due to disappointment. He
adds that II could only have gained the
public ear through extravaganza" that
when he speaks OF Hanna syndicates." he
knows he talks nonsense. while when he
uses the names OF General Eagan, Captain
Carter and Secretary Alger to ''discredit
President Mckinley" American good sense
simply swishes II aside as claptrap. Mr..
Warner. however" the senator continued
strikes other ground in praising the Fill
pinos. and i greatly mistake my country
men. II. when the time arrives. they don't
both clear Congress of the kind of patriot-
(Continued On Fourth Pa8e1