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The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03
NOT AFTER MERCER.
President Robson of st. Louis Don't
Want the Washington Pitcher.

Cleveland, O., March 3.@The evident
fact that unless something is done to
strengthen the St. Louis club that or
ganization may possibly trail along at
the tail of an eight club league does
not seem to worry President Frank De
Haas Robson in the least. Save in a
general way, he declines to discuss his
St. Louis team. If he has any plans
they are too vague to be given in detail
Mr.. Robson said last night.
The people in St.Louis need not wor-
ry. We will have the strongest team
that ever represented the city. That is
all I care to say about it,
Have you decided how, when or
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03
After Ruan-Root Bout.

Hot Springs, Ark, March 3.-The ink
ulent for a fight between Tommy Ryan
and Jack Root, of Chicago, when pro-
moters began bidding for the mill. Two
offers of So. 900 each have so far been
made and several other larger ones are
expected. Roots manager, L. M.
TIousernan, telegraphed Dan Stuart to-
day that Colonel Hopkins was willing
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03
sHARKEY TO RACE HORSES.
Pugilist Will Have Runners on the
Track This Year.

the heavyweight fighter, has made up
his mind to try his hand at the turf
this year. and if present arrangements
do not fall through he VIII give three or
four fast runners taking part in races
at the prominent tracks in the vicinity
of New York the coming season. Shar-
key will be assisted by Frank Brown,
the owner of about twenty race horses,
who will take entire charge of the
horses and enter them in the races when
he thinks they will have a chance of
winning
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03
Mike Grady Signs With New York.

New York, March 3.-Mike Grady
signed a contract this afternoon to play
with the New York team during the
coming season. Grady was severely
injured last year and was unable to
play the last month of the champion
ship season. He says he has fully re-
covered and that his injured knee IS as
strong as ever. He will play thlrd pase
nr. Itch
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03
Iong Mav PLAY With Chicago.

Chicago March 3-Significant state
ments made yesterday by Herman
Long, the famous shertstop OF the BoS7
ton Climb. indicate that he may play ball
in Chicago this season. President Hart
refused to discuss the case and said no
deal had been made, but did not deny
that he might be after Long or that
he wanted him. Chicago needs an in
fielder
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03
DANNY wants More Coin.

Chillicothe, O., March 3-Dan Friend
the nitcher. received a contract for the
coming season from the Minneapolis
team. but has declined to sign it be
cause of the decided cut in salary which
was proposed. He declares he VIII give
up the business entirely rather tnan
play ball for such figure.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03
Atchison Club Manaeers.

The probabilities are that Charley
Cole and Roy Loman will manage the
Atchison baseball club the coming sea-
son. Both are popular personally, and
both are popular and very fast as play
ers. They know how to manage bail
players, and they know how to win
games.-Atchison Globe.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03
Kid speer Signs With Buffalo.

Milwaukee, Wis, March 3.-kId
Speer. the ex-A1ilwaukee catcher, mas
signed a Buffalo contract for this sea-
son Kid NicoI was rendered a contract
by Manager Mack today, but declined
to sign at the figure. He was given 10
understand, however, that he IS at
has received offers from Minneapolis
and Detroit
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03

to give s., 900 for the fight in st. Louis.
This evening Capt. H. o. Price, manager
of the Hot Springs Athletic club,
offered $1,000 for the mill, to take place
in the Wilmington Park auditorium
here Ryan has left for the coast and
could not be communicated with He
is known to favor Hot Springs, but be-
fore he signed articles he stated that
the purse ought not to be less than
$500. Captain Price may offer that
sum lat
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03
It Is Now Thought Ten-Club Cir
cult Is Assured.

Washington, March 81. Earl Wag-
ner, the Washington baseball magnate,
was here today and held private con-
ference with President Nick Young.
Both Mr.. Young and Mr.. Wagner are
closed mouthed regarding the league
situation. All Indications point to
Washington and Baltimore remaining
in the league, which would make a ten
club circuit.
Mr.. Wagner is signing players for his
Washington club.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03
BONNER Buvs Young Trotters.

Lexington, KY, March 3.-H. NJ. Ash
err, this city, has sold to David Bonner
New York, nine trotting bred yearlings
and 2 year old colts and FLIES. They are
excellent individuals by Baron Review
and Alfred G., and out OF mares by
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03
TOPEKA WINS AT BASKET BAIL
Defeat the Haskell Indians in a Fast
Game.

Lawrence. Kas., March S-The To-
peka five scored another victory over
the Haskell Indians here last night at
the Haskell gymnasium. 1t was a clean
game, and unusually fast. As usual.
the Griggs boys We're the stars for the
visitors, while Prior was the favorite of
the local team. During the first half
Haskell scored 2 and Topeka 16. In the
second half the visitors piled up 10. and
the Indians, taking a brace, threw 7
baskets. The following was the lineup:
Topeka Positions. Haskell.
A. Griggs forward Valley.
c. Griggs forward Falls.
Ed May center Payer.
Fleming back Archiquette
Kitchen back Johnston.
Umpires. Lawton and Casweu, of To-
peka; referee, Plank.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03

Happy Medium, Alfred G., George
Wilkes and Jay Bird Prices paid pri-
Uafa
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03

Rev w E. Sitter. w. Cation, N. z,
writes, Il had dyspepsia over twenty
years, and tried doctors and medicines
without benefit I was persuaded to use
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure and it helped me
from the start. I believe it to be a pan
acea for all forms of indigestion" 1t di-
gests what you eat. AT all drug stores.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03
White and Gold.

DR.. Humphreys Manual, Edition de
Luxe, mailed free. Tells about the care,
treatment and cure of the sick. A chap
ter especially on the Diseases of Chill
dren.
Humphreys Homeopathic. MEDICINE Co.,
Ger. William & John sts.s New York.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03

Atlantic City, at Crawford theater,
March & 6. Ladies free Monday night
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03

'Seventy-seven" breaks up hard stub
born Colds that hang on known as Grip.
"77'' restores the checked circulation
Indicated by a chill or shiver), starts
the blood coursing through the veins,
and breaks up a fresh Cold in one day
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03

Atlantic City at Crawford theater,
March & 6. Ladies free Monday night.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03
Pure, Healthy,
Fragrant.

The unnatural odor from ISA ~
perspiration and all other A~
Impurities are speedily and ~
completely removed and the entire body
given a pure. healthy, fragrant tone by
the daily use in toilet and bath, Of
WOODBURY. Facial Soap and WOOD
BURY'S Facial Cream.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-03-03
WAGNER SIGNING PLAYERS.

Umplres, LaWton and CasWeu, OF T
peka; referee, Plank.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09
HOISINGTON.

From the Dispatch
Mrs. Geo Parker is very SICK VII,
pneumonia.
Invitations are out for Masq ,e
Ball at the hall February 14th.
Born to Mr.. and Mrs. John Pix
ington, January 31st at 1890 p, m,
a ten pound girl.
A bright little boy came to gladden.
the home of Mr.. and Mrs. Arthur
Childers last Saturday.
Our marshal is doing a Wholesale
slaughtering business among the dogs
this week. If you don't want your
dog killed keep him confined at home
until further notice.
Lew. w. Gretchen and Ell. Heath
started for Chicago yesterday morning
wnere Mr.. Heath will go to the hos
pital to satisfy himself in regard to
the dog bite he received Sunday
morning.
The Ladies Cornet Band are pre-.
pairing to give another one of their
excellent plays about the Goth of
February We haven't learned the
exact date as yet. The people may
look forward to this as another treat
The last one given surpassed any
home talent play ever rendered in the
town and with the same talent we see
no reason why the play should not be
first class
John Jones, with his hounds, have
killed eighty'five wolves this winter.
While out Wednesday his dogs chas-
ed large coyote into a house east of
town and the hounds grabbed him
just inside the door pulled him out
and killed him right by the door.
The family were all excited and bad
ly frightened. This is the first time
we have ever heard of wolf seeking
refuge IN a dwelling house while it
was occupied by family.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09

(Cynthia) and were slain. Dogs and
men continues to bay objects too
remote,
Place your ear to lady's lips, to be
deceived: place your lips to hers, to be
bewitched; place your head upon them,
to be bitten. The Chinese maxim now
comes in: Place your foot down upon,
etc, etc., to be safe.
Christian science teaches that kidney
disease, stomach trouble and liver COM
plant are located in the head
Strictly speaking hell does not burn;
1t IS the fuel there.
This age needs new star in the east,
to lead its wise men to stable date
wherein redeeming century is born. =
Norton Champion
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09
Albion Township.
From Writer.

HIOm WTltHI.
It will soon be st. Valentine day.
Henry II. Boyle Jr. is attending
the 9. n. q. at present.
Mrs. Carroll has fenced her pasture
with rock posts this winter.
Not 80 much snow or ice this win
ter for the sports to have their fun.
Geo. 2. Wilson has sold his farm
of so acres in Albion Township, to
Wiley Logan. Price 81. 10000.
The people around here now believe
that the school teachers have better
grip on their jobs than supposed here
to fore.
The party at Mrs. Terrell's Friday
evening was reported a success, aud
also very entertaining, by the looks
of the boys the next day.
Yes, Maudie Dear, if your Walter
ia gone it is but duty he should write
to you. But bear in mind the SYM
pathetic maxim of Pretty Polly.
The nice weather of this winter
compared with the Arctic tempests of
! last winter, seem to be problem the
amateur philosophers of this locality
cannot solve, but most of them ad.
vance the theory that those north
pole explorers hunting for the pole
keeps it moving further north.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09
OonWays Scrap Book.

BY manifolding a few loaves and
fishes Jesus fed a multitude. His sue
cessors have continued the miracle by
making fish Of the multitude.
Those who earnestly pray alone in
their secret closet cheat themselves in
a game of SOLITAIRE
Few possess beauty without some
revealed deformity: point at peocock's
feet and he drops his tail feathers.
Do all the good you can in this world:
plenty of time for psalm singing in the
next
Better win ten sweetened pots with a
pair of jacks than one pot with four
aces and no slayer.
It's rainy day when fools invest
their savings.
Do not be, ruled by commen sense
when coping with a fools luck.
piucked chicken fulfills PIato's de-
fnirion of man One with feathers
occupys perch above him.
Diana's dogs given to guard heI
brother Vulcan's home barked at the
approach of adulterous people. His
wife, Venus, corrupted their instincts
SO that they barked at the chaste Moon
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09
a Bad Runaway.

About IL o'clock last Saturday night
Ed. Grow, living south of the river,
accompanied by Joe Buchanan, a
plasterer, who was going out home
with Grow to do some work, started
home in a lumber wagon. Their team
ran away and when crossing the Ar
kansas river bridge the wagon ran in.
to one side of the structure, the two
men were pitched headlong about 25
feet, and the team went on. Grow
managed to make his way, to Geo.
Harris place, half mile south. Buck
AMMAN was found lying on the bridge
in an unconscious condition. He was
brought to town and put in the city
Jail and a doctor called. He has a bad
bruise on the back of the head, near
the base of the brain, buG the doctor
says the skull is not broken. He bIed
profusely at the ears, and up to Mons
day had been unable to take any
nourishment. AT present, however,
he is gettIug better. Grow was badly
bruised up, and has a bad cut in the
head. Both men were drunk, and it is
a miricle that both were not killed.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09

The board of county COMM .siOners of
Allen county have issued instructions
that the names of all parties who
receive assistance from the poor fund
shall be published. We do not see any
injustice in such an order. The county
commissioners handle the peoples
money ia trust, and it is but right that
the public should know to whom all
monies are paid, and for what purpose.
In past years there has been aid give n
to people in this county who would
not have relied upon it had they known
that their names would be published
as receiving county aid.
The state medical board refuses to
issue charters to magnetic healing con>
ceruS.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09

From the Clarion
John Barnes of Newbraska is here
on visit to his uncle, John Stock
we'll.
Mr.. Jordan who was down in Ok.
lahoma on visit to his brother has
returned home.
1t is reported that number of
petty thefts have been committed in
town the past few weeks.
Nick Scholen and wife are the
happy parents of d big boy, who took
charge Of things at their home this
morning.
A big box supper was held at the
Green Eye school house one evening
last week at which good time was
had by all.
A man In Arkansaw refused to
JOIN a secret order because il gave
mem bers the grip. Said he had that
thing once and it blame nigh killed
him.
On Saturday of last week Mr.. VIM
Grosshardt ST., met with a very pain.
full accident and narrowly escaped
death As he was passing Aliens
machine shop his horse became
frightened at the escaping steam from
the exhaust pipe, and ran away.
throwing him and his daughter from
the buggy. The young lady escaped
uninjured but the old gentleman was
badly bruised up. He was picked up
and taken to the residence of Mr..
Little, where his wounds were dressed
after which he was taken home. No
bones were broken and at last &C
counts he was resting easy and mend
ing rapidly, and his friends hope to
see him around again in few days.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09
School Report.

Report of Dist. 6S, for month end
ing Jan. rs,
Those neither absent nor tardy:
Emma, Annie and Mike Franks, Lille,
Mandy, and Mary Stoskopf, May
Morgan, Joe and Barbara Meyer,
Louis Stoskopf and Floy Norton.
Those tardy but not absent; Ora and
Cora Morgan, Ollie and Oren Markell.
We were pleased with visit from
our Co. Supt., Mr.. Harris on, this
month. The young people of the
neighborhood are having ''old time
spelling schools; we met at Dist. 6e
last Wednesday night.
JULIA SULLIVAN, Teacher
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09
ELLINWOOD.

From the Leader.
Born. to MIR. and Mrs. John Koch
on the 18th girl.
Born. to Charles Vossen and wife,
on the 29th girl.
The German Methodists have near
ly completed their parsonage.
FL. G. Arnold has added to and is
improving his home property.
Frank Reise is building an addi-
ton to Chas. Bacon's home property.
Herman Mellies received the sad
news, Sunday evening of the death OF
his father-in law, who lives in Mis-
souri,.
Don't forget the masque ball On the
IA h of February, St. Valentines
kht, which will be given by the KS
of P.
The many friends of Mrs. John
Dick, gave her a pleasant surprise
party last FRIDAY evening, the coca
sion being her 18th birthday.
FL. Lantermann has bought an i'm
proved quarter section of land east of
town from Mr.. Hoeme Mr. Hoe me
and family will move to Pratt county.
John Hoffman, is walking with a
cane as the result of sprained knee
caused by stepping in a hole in the
sidewalk. It's about time for the
city to look after the walks before any
more damage is done.
Monday evening number of
young people asse mbled at Mrs John
Holman>s and in body marched to
the home of Mrs. Emily Trump and
gave surprise party to her son
Lucien, the occasion being his IF
teenth birthday.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09
OLMITZ.
From Lucky Ike

From Lucky Ike"
When will winter begin?
Ferd Mantch is reported very i'll.
Lots of wheat being hauled to this
town lately.
M. Riemer says he does not like to
go to parties.
j. E Valerins is rushing the sea
son with his summer hat.
A god time is reported at the re-
cent party at Shugarrs place.
Some Odin people were visiting
with w. Bascbka, last week.
Chas Sbugart is seen on the streets
# Olmitz quite frequently of late.
A. said that J. must surely like
c., or she would not let q. kiss her.
jos. Dyer shipped two car loads OF
wheat to the J. V Brinkman mill.
G. L. Zitavern was looking after
theinterests of the O. M. Co. lasi
week.
Our rustling merchant, j. F. Rie
del. made a flying visit to Great
Bend, last week.
E A. Riemer made another trip Il
Hoisington the other day: Wha
draws his attention there?
Will WILLOWS says he is going t.
leave OImitz in the near future
Wonder if he is going to Hoisington
Charley Mantch, our rustling clerl
and bottle washer, has quit the store
for few days, on account OF hi
fathers illness.
Wonder how some of the Olmit
sports felt Saturday morning, afte
sitting at small table all night long
trying to win or gain-''same-,
should judge from their talk
"Alfunso."
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09

Mr.. T H. STRoUT,
PARKERSBURG, w. VA. Says:
Gentlemen,-
l found that Beggs Cherry Cough
Syrup does the business every time
Not once has it failed to cure my child.
rem of Colds or Group. Even La Grippe
gives up its hold when tackled with
Beggs Cherry Cough Syrup. would
sooner be without life insurance, than
not to keep a good supply of this medi-
cine in my house. Sold at
HOOPER'S.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09
Won can't
Dodge Them

Did you ever try to dodge the
raig1=drCps ? Did not succeed
very well, did you? It's just
IS useless to try TO escape from
the germs OF consumption. You
can't do it. They are about us
on every hand and we are con-
SANITY taking them into our
lungs.
Then why don't we all have
this disease +? Simply because
these germs cannot gain foot
hold in q strong throat and
gungs. It's when these are
weak that the germs master.
The body must be well supplied
With fat. The danger comes
Wien the blood is poor and the
body IS thin. IL your cough does
not yield, and your throat and
lungs feel raw and sore, you
should not delay another day.
Take
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09

The new, Christian church at Pawnee
Rock will be dedicated next Sunday.
Feb. 18th, with appropriate ceremonies.
The public is cordially invited to
attond the dedjcatory services.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09

j. a. Demerath was up to mill;
from Comanehe township, Tuesday.
He says there were eight loads of
wheat came up to the mills, from the
east end, that day
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09
New Tailoring Firm.

On or about Feb. 18th 1 will open a
merchant tailoring establishment in
the front rooms over the Cyclone
store. where will be pleased to show
you goods and give prices
F. 8. MITCHELL
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09
wv l,Yers. Defendant

j. W. Dyers, Defendant.
By virtue of Execution to me directed and
delivered, issued out OF the 10th District Court of
the State of Kansas, sitting in and for Barton
County, in said State Will, on Monday, Fe bruary
12Ih a. ID. 1900, at 10 O'Clock m, OF said day. at
Court House West door, in Great Bend Civ
in the County and State aforesaid, offer at public
sale and sell the highest bidder cash in hand
the following described Real property, towit:
Five acres, more or less, follows: All that part
OF the South East quarter of Section Five l51, in
Township Nineteen t19), Range Fourteen 90, lying
South of Railroad Avenue and West of Main street.
East of line which will be Seventy-five ISL
Ieet West OF the West line of Walnut street con-
tinusd, in the town of Hezer also, lots Five (5l
and SIX (6) block Twenty-seven (27J, in the town
of Heller, State of Kansas, Barton County
Said property to be sold as the property of the
said defendant.
L. P. ABER, Sheriff.
Sherih's Office, Jan. 8, 1900. AS
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09

Geo Thatcher IS now assistant city
marshal.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09
HERIFFS SALE,

First published in the Barton County Democrat,
January II, 1900.
SHERIFF'S SALE.
State of Kansas, sc
Barton CoU mtg. %
The j. V. Brinkman Company Bank,
Plaintiff,
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09
SCOTS
Emulsion

Of Cod-Liver Oil with Hypopi1os-
Es1iteS at once. 1t will heal the
i.1fianled membranes and greatly
strengthen them as we'll. The
digestion becomes stronger, the
appetite better and the weight
increases. The whole body be-
comes we'll fortified and the
germs OF consumption cannot
gain a foothoId.
It's this nourishing, Sustain-
ing and strengthening power
OF SCOTS EMULSION that
has made il of such value in
ali wasting and exhauSting
diseases
soc- and 500, all druggists
SCOTT & BOVINE Chemists New York.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09

Prepare to plant more fruit and
shade trees the coming spring.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09

W. B. Grimes is down at Hot springs.
Ark, taking medical treatment.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1900-02-09
CLAFLIN.

From the Clarion
John Barnes of Newbraska is here
on visit to his uncle, John Stock
The Republican journal. [volume] (Belfast, Me.) 1829-current, 1900-08-23
Ex-senator ingalls, Dead.

LAS VEGAS, n. NJ, Aug. IS. Former
United States Senator John J. ingalls,
died at East Las Vegas, at 225 A. NJ.
to-day. He was surrounded by his fam
lily. The funeral will be held in Atchi
Sun, Kansas.
Senator Ingalls, illness dated from
March, 1899, when, at Washington, his
throat began troubling him. He worked
steadily writing political articles fol
newspapers throughout the country. He
was treated by several specialists, but
received no relief, and on their advice
returned with his family to Atchison
At home he grew no better. Tel
months ago he sought another change
in climate travelling through New Mex
leo and Arizona. He was still able tC
write occasionally for the newspapers
After consultation of physicians he
decided to remain in New Mexico. Mrs,
ingalls, went Immediately to Las Vegas
On Aug. IA, she telegraphed her sons
Ellsworth and Sheffield that their father
was sinking. They arrived in time tc
see him before he died