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Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
WORK OF THE CENSUS TAKER.
PEOPLE Who Refuse to Answer Cues
tions Nay Be Fined.

The taking OF the census is pro-
crossing smoothly, save in few in
stances, and in these it is not alto
gether unlikely that the assistance Of
tho federal court will be invoked to
compel certain persons to answer
questions put by the census enumer'
ators. The law is specific and en-
phatic ip prescribing punishment fOr
reiusaior failure Of any person more
than 20 years Of age residing in any
enumeration district to answer all
questions that may be put to them
concerning the census, truthfully' or
run the risk Of a conviction for mis-
demeanor. carrying with it a fine Of
500. The federal court has jurisdic'
tion in all cases. The daily report
cards have been going in from every
district in the county.
J. B. Warfield and H. A. Keve are
taking the towns census and will fin
ish inside of the 80 days allowed
Some Of the country districts with
much driving will be difficult to COM
plete in that period.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
HOW ELDER ENGLF DIED.
Circumstances Of His Fatal Illness In
the Transvaal.

Private correspondence to members
Of the family gives the following par.
ticulars connected with the sickness
and death Of Elder Engle. Two weeks
before the circumstance Of bis death,
in company with l. o. Lehman be
made a journey to Bulawayo. The
trip took them four days and as the
pace was slow he walked good part
Of the way. On the homeward way
he commenced to complain Of not
feeling good. After few days rest
at home be seemed as well as usual,
but after week he again complained,
having distress in his head. Thus
with varying symptoms and a grad
ual getting worse be passed through
the last few days Of March and on
April 2 at 5p. m. he became uncon'
scious and SO fingered until 5 p. m.
Of April 8, when be passed away.
Apparently there was much pain. 10
Mr.. Lehman came the duty OF attend.
ing to the lifeless body, and at time
Of writing preparations we're being
made for the burial. Mr.. L was as.
sisted by G. c. Cress, who was yet
weak, made the coffin, and again the
sisters draped it as they had done for
Mrs. Cress. As could well be expect.
ed, deep sorrow and gloom has
come upon the little band of workers,
which can scarcely be appreciated by
outsiders.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
BURNED THE MORTGAGE.
Reformed Church Is Now Clear Of All
Debts.

The Grace Reformed church was
crowded Sunday p. m. at the jubilee
service in honor Of the paying off OF
the $500 mortgage on the church.
The members have worked hard to
clear up the debt and deserve much
praise for their success. The last
dollar has been paid and the crowning
event of last evenings service was
when L. H. Kump who was a member
Of the church board when the mort
gage was signed applied a match to
the document and reduced it to ashes.
The sermon was by Rev. A. S.
Dechant, superintendent Of missions
for this synod, and was an eloquent
and helpful one. Rev. Bruce Griffith,
Of Wichita, who preached in the morn
ing, also took part in the service.
The music, furnished by an enlarged
choir, was very pleasing.
Rev. c. D. Shaffer, the pastor, re-
ceived many congratulations on the
success Of his efforts in putting the
church on a solid financial basis.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
Shifting Soil.

Real Estate Transfers Reported by Able h
Ellison. Abstracters.
H B Duncan to J Many center Its 7
5 bk Hope, 5000.
Mrs c Alison to J, Pearson $! nwi 80
1874, $400.
s Cory to E Makins e! nwt 26 1874
$500.
T R Mills to G W Herren swl 9.l42,
s7S5.
Maggie Lloyd guard to VIM ana John
Armstrong nwi and nwl swi 49,
l6.2, $2l428.
Ella NJ Shane to same same, $2S00.
j S Sauer to John Bell el 1t 20 lie.
bold's lst add, $500.
Dickinson county to + E Munsell 1t 5
bk l20 Herington, $24.35.
Provident Loan TT 70 to l. A Fallen
nj set 3-1l 8, $1,000.
Joseph E Tate to Lottie Tate WI swl
Sl.lS 2, n! sci S6.l3l, 81.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
INSTITUTE IN SESSION.
Months Study Of Teachers Hal
Begun.

The normal institute began its
months session Monday with good at
tendance. Supt. Humbargar is CON
ducting the institute, assisted by D..
H. Nie.ley, H. NJ. Ambrose and }. B.
Stauffer. The sessions begin at 7:45
and continue until 12 and are at the
Garfield building. The teachers take
the subjects as follows;
Humbargar-Literature and man
agement.
Niesley History, arithmetic, book
keeping, constitution, arithmetic.
Ambrose-Physics, physiology, &C.
ography, physiology, grammar
Stauffer-Grammar, orthography,
reading, penmanship'
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
Hail Insurance.

Farmers, do you know that the Kan
sas State Mutual Hail Association OF
Mcpherson returned Al per cent Of
the premiums to Its members last
year, They did, and are in the field
for business again. 1t will be to
your interest to investigate their
plans before insuring your grain
against hail.
also represent several reliable fire
insurance companies and make lowest
rates.
aI'Farm loans a speciality. See me.
For full particulars see
32-ti W. d. NICHOLS, Agent
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07

Lincoln, Neb.. June 2.-Gov. Poynter
received a message from Washington
stating that the Boer ENJOYS would
visit Lincoln on their western trip.
II is understood that the Beers are
coming TO Lincoln solely for the pur-
pose of holding a personal interview
with W. J. Bryan in regard to Boer
national affairs. They wish TO ascer-
tain from Mr.. Bryan what his actions
would be regarding the burghers
should he be elected president.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
Advertised Letters.

The following is the list Of un.
claimed letters remaining Ia the Abb.
lene postofiice for the week ending
June 4, 1900. Have your mail ad.
dressed to your box number and ii
vii be promptly delivered.
GENTLEMEN's LIST.
Donayan Hotel Grigg, Clyde
Mcconnell, JN Richardson, John
Street, W NJ steavens. q
Twentieth Century Ady't system
Carlisle &co, Wm
Armitsge, Herschell 4 Co
LADIES LIST.
Bramm Mrs Ida Cool, Mrs Anna
Franklin, Miss Bessie Rockwell, Mrs Lizzie
One cent will be charged for all ad.
vertised letters.
Persons calling for the above viii
please say advertised" giving date
RICHARD WABING, p. VI.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
Literary Notes.
tent.

The Century for June abounds In
fiction, including DR.. Mitchell's "Dr.
North and his Friends" and five short
stories, two in different keys by AL
bert Bigelo* Paine, and the other
three having political bearings; "Con-
lon," by Arthur Cotton, showing the
relationship Of a "heeler" with his
"boss;" "The Mouse" a story OF the
Washington diplomatic corps, by
Lucy NOVEL; Clark, q new writer, and
a satire by Stewart Chaplin entitled
"The Stained.Glass Political Plat
FORM"
DR.. s. Weir Mitchells paper ad-
dressed to college girls in the June
Ladies' Home Journal should have the
widest possible reading. 1t Is the
viewpoint Of a scholar and physician
on when the College Is Hurtiul to a
Girl" The whole number is a strong
one.
In the June Scribner's Charles Ma
jor, the author Of "When Knlghthood
Was in Flower" one Of the most pop
ular historical novels, writes an essay
entitled "What Ia Historic Atmos-
pherepnin which he describes those
elements Of language and character
which are important in creating the
illusion which is necessary in good
historical fiction. Mr.. Majors views
are vigorously expressed and are
made from a new point Of view.
Cleveland Mofet writes in the Re-
view OF Reviews for June on Auto
mobiles for the Average Man." sum
marizng the advantages and disad-
vantages OF the various models and
methods Of motive power.
General Charles King, who as Cap
tain King is known as one Of the most
popular novelists Of the day, has
achieved q new success In the COM
plete novel published in the June
New Lippincott. rays Daughters
A Story Of Manila" is second to none
that he has written. The heroine Is
the daughter OF "Billy Ray" famous
among Captain Kings past creations.
She goes as q Red Cross nurse to the
Philippines, where she Is wooed by a
gallant American volunteer, who has
by no means an easy time Of 1t but
whose perseverance bears fruit at last.
A fine etching Of General King, taken
in uniform, appears as a frontispiece
in this number.
The June McClure's has some
strong short stories. That by Rev.
Cyrus T. Brady is one Of the best
stories OF the month.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
For Sale at a Bargain.

The southeast quarter Of section H.,
Hayes township. Good new Broom
house, good barn and granary, fine
orchard, ten acres pasture, windmill
and other improvements. For fur
ther information address j. M. Sheets
Il Son, Moonlight, Kansas. 1872
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
WILL 60 TO THE FORT.
Exclusion for Everybody Arranged
to Take Place June IA.

Arrangements were completed for
the Lutheran excursion to Fort Riley
Thursday, June IA. The Fort offlc-
ers have courteously agreed to ar
range an interesting program in
Guiding cavalry drills, band concerts
and practice with artillery including
the big siege gun battery 1t will be
the best excursion ever run to the
fort,
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07

San Francisco, June 5.--Gov. Gage
is in this city in connection with the
matter of the quarantine Of China
town and the other proceedings Of
the board of health. He has received a
dispatch from Secretary OF State Hay
asking for information and states that
he proposes to look into the affair
very thoroughly.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
ONE THOUSAND ANXIOUS.
Everybody Wants a Ticket to the
Democratic Show.

j. T. Prendergast, delegate from
the Fifth district, to the national
Democratic convention, says he has
received about 1000 requests for
tickets Of admission to the conven-
tion. This whole county seems to
think he can open the doors for any
one he chooses. As a matter OF fact
he will probably have not more than
six tickets beside his own They
won't 90 far.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
New Real Estate Company.

The heirs of the John Taylor estate
have formed the Dickinson County
Real Estate company with capital Of
100000. The object is to take
charge Of the realty owned by Mr..
TAYLOR in Cincinnati, all thus having
a part in the management and none
wishing to handle it alone.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07

The city schools have made a fine
record in the past year. Only about
150 tardies are recorded for the entire
school for nine months and the at
tendance is the best in six years.
The trees in the Lincoln school
ward were ordered trimmed, some.
thing badly needed.
The usual bills were allowed.
The treasurer was ordered to take
up one Of the furnace warrants. No
other general business was transacted.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
BANKERS ARE COMING.
Fine Program Arranged for the State
Meeting.

Secretary J. NJ. Harper, Of Conway
Springs, Of the State Bankers associ.
ton, arrived Tuesday to complete ar
rangements for the coming conven-
tion.
The local committees have been
hard at work and will give the visitors
a pleasant reception. The sessions
will be held in Armory hall and the
Olympic club rooms will be thrown
open to the guests.
Arrangements were this afternoon
completed for special train to Fort
Riley Thursday afternoon. 1t will
leave here about 2:S0 and return at
$50 p. m. The fort officers have
promised special drills and good en-.
tertainment. The trip will be for
association members and reception
committee.
The president of the association,
W. F. March, Of Lawrence, is treas
urer Of the grand commandery,
Knights Templars, and the Abilene
Commandery assisted by the other
Masonic bodies here will give a recep.
tion in his honor to the members Of
the association Thursday evening.
The business meetings will com.
mence at 4 P. m. Wednesday and the
program is:
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON.
Prayer, Rev, @, d. Shaffer
Address Of welcome. 9. Little
Response ...........W.C G. Robinson, Winfield
Presidents address. W. +. March, Lawrence
Treasurer's report,
Secretary's report,
Report OF groups.
WEDNESDAY EVENING.
Appointment Of committees.
Kansas apd Kansas Bankers
..................C. c. X. Scoville, Seneca
Cattle Paper Exchange e,,,....,.,.........
....,....J M. Harper, Conway Springs
Discussion.,, .,,.,,,,,,,.,.,.,,,.'.,..,
J, T. Bradley, j, r. Burrow, 9. L. Brokaw,
r. l.. Meyer.
Paper ro,.. ..,,"u....n"J. W, Breidenthal
THURSDAY MORNING,
Address. ss....,..............Go Governor Stanley
Committee report on burglar Insurance.
John h, Mulvane, Topeka
Discussion ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS.
], Patmor, W. II. Burks, J. N Mcdonald
Eli Williams.
THURSDAY AFTERNOON,
Trrsts, .a........n Scott Hopkins, Horto
State Funds, and What to DO With Them,
.......C. @. Chandler, Medicine Lodge
DlscusslOn...,,.. .,,.,,,st,,,..,,,1'''.t,.t.
c. H. Pattison, L. $. Naftzger f. NJ. Bone
brake, G. NJ. Sawyer
Report of committees
Election of officers.
Miscellaneous business
Introduction Of new president.
Adjournment
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
M,ddls.ot.ths- Roader.' Headquarters

Cincinnati, June 2.-It was an
nounced here yesterday that Jo A.
Parker, who was, at the recent na-
tional convention Of the midddle-of-
thc-road populsts, made chairman OF
their national committee, would open
the national headquarters Of Donnelly
and Barker at the Gait house In this
city next Monday.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
Gave Her a Surprise.

About 40 young friends OF Miss
Maud Estes gave her delightful sur
prise Monday evening at the Pacific, it
being her l4th birthday anniversary.
There WAS dancing, lunch and the
merriest kind Of time untfl a late
Lo,,
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07

New York, June 2.-Della May Fox,
the well-known actress, was COM
mitted to the insane asylum at Wave
Crest, Astoria, L. l., on the petition
Of her brother, on evidence which
showed that she is laboring under de-
Iusiops.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07

Vendome, France, June 5.-The
statue erected by subscriptions
opened in France and in the United
States in honor Of Gen. Rochambeau,
of revolutionary war fame, was un-
veiled here yesterday with great cere-
mony.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
TWO COMMANDMENTS.
INTERESTING EXERCISES AT
CHAPMAN AND ENTERPRISE.
County High School and1ths Normal
Academy Give Diplomas to Large
Classes Of Young People-Good Ad'
dresses.

CHAPMAN, June 2.-This has been
a busy week at the high school. The
declamatory contest was held Wednes'
day evening, Joseph Mcclellan won
first prize and Miss Alice Martin Sec
ond. All contestants did remarkably
well.
On Thursday evening the an
nual musical recital was held. 1t was
a success throughout. Prof. Wilson
deserves much praise for his endeav.
orsto improve the musical depart.
ment Of the high school. Friday was
class day and each graduate is to be
congratulated on bis work.
The graduating class was: Helen
Poor, Mae Purvis, Mae Wolverton,
Lille Mustard, Emma Pett, Minnie
Rose, Jacob Rumold, Christisn Mer-
rillat, Charles Gaffney, William Poor,
Harry Dilling, Tessie Howe, Tessie
Cogan, Ella Martin, Clara Korn, Ida
Gaffney, Stella Murphy, John Engle.
Friday morning State Superintend-
ent Frank Nelson delivered an address
on "The Value Of an Education. :"
1t was a scholarly address and was
much appreciated by students and
visitors.
Friday evening Frank Halbert Of
Colorado delivered pleasing address
to the students and his classmates.
He was graduate Of the high school
several years ago.
The alumni banquet was the last
act and it was a merry time for all.
The school has been a success the
past year and Prof. Lantz and his able
assistants are to be congratulated on
the good work they have done for the
school,
ENTERPRISES ACADEMY.
ENTERPRISE, June 2.--The COM
mencement exercises at the normal
academy are over.
Commencement week began with
baccalaureate sermon, delivered by
Rev. H. Bruins, Sunday evening, at
the German M. Il. church.
Monday was devoted to examine
tions and preparations for the finals.
The board OF trustees held session
In the afternoon.
Tuesday was much the same as
Monday, with an increased number
of visitors and increased interest.
In the evening the Mast society gave
a very interesting program, partly in
English and partly in German Eli
Asling made the salutatory address
and a well prepared oration, in the
German language. The valedictory
was given by Paul II. Schoenield.
On Wednesday the finals were con-
tinued, ending with the annual con-
cert Of the musical department in the
evening, under the efficient manage
ment Of Prof, R. Barg.
Thursday was closing day, and the
final examinations were made, and all
grades given. In the evening j. A..
Nigg, NJ. S., Of Kramer, Neb., deliv-
cred the address to the class, on the
subject, Vigilance Of the Heart. "
The lecture was in German. j. A..
Reitz, A. M, Of junction City, then
addressed the class and presented the
diplomas to the following graduates
Business course: Z. j. Bruegger,
Chas. Fackam, Ezra b. Froehlich,
David +. Haglund, Edmund M. Han
son, G. W. Humfeld, j. +. Scheide-
man, Hannah r. Schreiyer, A. W.
Vo.kman, G. W. Weber. Shorthand
course; Ezra B. Froehlich, Edmond
NJ. Hanson, Paul II. Schoenfeld.
Music courae, ANY Marie Hene,
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
Columbian Club.

The Columbian Club met Tuesday
afternoon with Mrs. S. A. Cooper.
The program was:
urrent events.
Vocal solo, Mrs. II. J. Hodge
Parliamentary drill.
Discussion, dialect versus good Eng
lish," Leader, Mrs. Steelsmith
Recess.
Roll call, Quotation.
american Women In Literature" ".."....
.............s,'.s..'''... Miss bd"afus
"American Women In Poetry. ......,,...
..................... Mrs. schively
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
For Sale,

Fine lot Of thoroughbred Poland
China boars. 1874 c. NJ. CARVER.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
Card Of Thanks.

To all who assisted us by kind acts
and sympathy in our bereavement we
wish to extend sincere thanks.
W. F. GALLIGAR,
MRS. WM. TATE.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07
Children's Day Service.

A large attendance enjoyed the
Children's day program at the Pres
terian church Sunday. The follow
ing was presented:
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07

DlstusslOil',. ''t'''''' '''''''
c. H. Pattson L. s. Naftzger, +. M Bone
brake, G. NJ. Sawyer,
Report Of committees,
Election of officers
Miscellaneous business,
Introduction OF new president.
Adjournment.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-06-07

GRADE SCHOOLS.
principal Garfield
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-03-01
LEFT SCHOOL TO BE A BRIDE.
CAROLINA ROMANCE ELIMINATED
IN SAVANNAH.

| Miss WeIda Peters, Pretty 10-Year-
Old Pupil of Elizabeth College,
Charlotte, and Mr.. A. NJ. shaw,
Married at the Independent Pres
byterian Church ParsonaGe-Their
First EIOpement Nipped by the
College Authorities But the Second
Succeeded - story of Another
COurtship Under Difficulties.
A romance eliminated in Savannah yes
| terday in the marriage of Mr.. A. NJ.
Shaw Of Charlotte, N c., and Miss Welda
Peters of jacksonville. The ceremony was
performed at o'clock by Rev. j. Y. Fair
in the parsonage of the Independent Pres
byterian Church.
Miss Peters, who is only 10 years Old
was up to three weeks ago, pupil of
| Elizabeth College. Charlotte, N. c., where
her sister, Miss Rita Peters, also attend
ed Besides the time necessary for studies
in mathematics and department, Miss Pc
ters found leisure to receive the atten-
tons of Mr.. Shaw, and they finally be-
| came engaged. Finding the conditions at
school irksome, the young people decided
| to marry, but knowing that if their in
tentions should be made known either to
the school authorities or Miss Peters
guardian, objections would be raised
they concluded to make a run away match
of it and arranged their plans to that
end
One night about three weeks ago, Mr.
Shaw, with the proverbial coach and pair
met the two sisters at a TRUSTING place in
the vicinity of the college, and in a short
time was on the way to Charlotte and
welded bliss.
He had gone but a brief quarter of a
mile, however, when overtaken by the
vice president of the college, who demand
ed the immediate return of the pupils to
his custody. This demand Mr.. Shaw was
not at all disposed to comply with and
did so only when assured by the officer
that his interference with their plans was
on,y to protect the good name of the col
lege, and if the young ladies would return
to the school and the young man defer
his intention until the following day, no
objection would be raised by the school
authorities.
Relying on this promise, Mr.. Shaw went
to the college the day after, only to find
that both his brde-to-be and her sister
were many miles on their way home, in
charge of the teacher, who had promised
the night before, the consent, if not as
sistance, of himself and his confreres.
Love laughs at distance as well as
locksmiths however, and Mr.. Shaw in n
short while managed to communicate with
his lady love and appointed Savannah as
the place and yesterday the day of his
marriage, which this time was carried
through without mishaps
After the ceremony had been perform
ed the relatives of both bride and groom
were notified. Miss Rita Peters left last
night for Jacksonville and to-day Mr. and
Mrs Shaw will leave for the North before
returning to their home in Charlotte.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1900-03-01
CAN SELL ALL MAKES.
Tax Decision of Interest to Bicycle
Dealers.

The recent decision of the Supreme
Court, in the Alexander case in Atlanta, is
of interest 10 local bicycle dealers. Alex
ander decided 10 make a test case of the
law requiring dealers TO pay the state tax
of $100 on each make of wheels sold by
him where the companies manufacturing
the wheels had moi already paid the tax.
He was arrested and fined 500 in the City
Court of Atlanta for violating the law
and refusing to pay the tax.
The case was appealed 10 the Supreme
Court, which holds that where any dealer
has paid the $1O0 tax required by the
state he has The right 10 SELL any or all
makes of wheels which he may choose to
carry in stock, and the fact that one spe-
cal make of wheel is specified in the
license does not prevent him from hand
ling other wheels.
Judging by an Atlanta dispatch to the
Morning News of yesterday. Controller
General Wright is very much disappoint-
ed at this decision, as he thinks 1t Will
let the companies out of paying the $l0O
tax heretofore required OF each company
for doing business in\ the state About
forty of the bicycle companies have
formed a trust under the name of the
American Bicycle Company. The state
agent of the combine recently offered the
controller 500 tax in payment fer license
for the combine, including all of its COM
panies. The Controller declined 10 accept
The amount, holding that each separate
company was Liable for the tax. The
Controller now seems to think that under
the decision of the Supreme Court he
must accept the 800 from the agent of
the combine, as covering all of its makes,
and that the state will thus be deprived
of the $1,000 annually which IL has re-
ceived from this source.
1t is not likely that any of the local
dealers wiz pay the state 800 for the
privilege of dealing in all makes of wheels.
as they prefer 10 leave this matter to be
adjusted by the companies.