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The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
REDUCE FORCES AT GOODLAEB
ROCK ISLAND LAYS OEF ABOUT FIFTY
BEPLoYKs AT THIS PLACE.
Biggest Cut Made Among These OF the
Train Service, while Only q Few
ShOpmen are AHeeted-Laek
OF Business the Cause.

Railroad officials all over the west
have been predicting a big decrease. in
the operating forces within the next few
months. Roads in the east have cut
down their forces by thousands but a
few western officials claim that the re-
auctions viii not be so extensive as has
bsen given out.
The inclination on all roads at pres
ent is to decrease operating expenses.
Officials say the traffic has shown a
steady decrease for months and that in
order TO meet It without losing money
they must operate at less expense. It is
because of this condition that men are
being let ont at many points.
For over a year there has been an IN
precedented amount of traffic, both
freight and passenger, over this division
of the Rock Island and many new en-
PlOyes in the train departments have
been added. Besides this, the road has
made extensive improvements and en-
largement of their works in Goodland,
doubling the capacity of the shops and
enlarging their ice house and other
yard facilities.
The retrenchment put in force is only
a business proposition. If business
drops off a reduction of force naturally
follows. The latest emPloye to enter the
service is laid of, because the policy
both of preferment and retirement is
one of seniority.
The reduction at Goodland numbers
about fifty men, and those affected in
the train department are nine engineers,
sixteen fremen, nine brakemen, and
seven fremen promoted to engineers
about year ago are reduced to fire.
men. In the mechanical department
two bOilermakers, two machinists, one
blacksmith, four helpers, two car re-
Pairers, and FIVE round house labOrers
on the night shift were let out.
While the exegencies of the service
require this reduction, and it is to be
regretted, yet it is only what an indivi-
dual always does, when he has no fur
ther work for men, pays them off and
lets them go.
In regard to the reduction President
Winchell, of the Rock Island, says:
"In common with most other western
roads, we have been compelled to make
reductions in our working forces, but
they are not as radical as reported.
Business has fallen of materially, and
wish we could retrench more than we
have done, but we prefer to employ as
many men as are necessary to handle
the business safely and promptly. II
would not pay a railroad company to
retrench to such an extent as to cripple
its service"
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
Anonymous Persons, rake Notice

If the parties who are writing me
anonymous letters relative to the viola,
ton of law in Sherman county, will
sign their names to the same or confer
with me personally, vigorous prOsecu-
tons will be commenced and be main
sonable grounds for such action, but
persons who are too cowardly 70 sign
their names to what they have written
can hardly expect me to consider the
charges made in such communications
E. F. MURPHY, County Attorney.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
sHYKE-PoTTER WEDDING.

IOwan Comes to GOOdIand to Claim His
Bride-Wiu Live in Des BIOines-
Myron G. Shike, of Des MOines, Ia,
and Miss Bertha lone Potter, of Good
land, were married by Rev. J. E.
Stevens at the home of the brides par
ents Wednesday evening at6:3O O'Clock.
There were many invited guests, 20 in
all, and many valuable presents were
received from relatives and friends.
Among thePleasant formal accessories
of the marriage was the playing of the
wedding march by Miss Leura Potter,
sister of the bride, and four flower girls,
Ida Derby, Inez Bagley, Vera Coleman
and Irene Hamilton, bearing wreaths
Of beautiful flowers. After the cere-
mOny an elegant supper was served.
Mr.. Shike is a young man of % years
of age and is employed on the street
car line in the capital city of Iowa.
Miss Potter is the eldest daughter of
Mr.. and Mrs. J. c. Potter, of this city.
The young couple took the east
bound passenger, No. 6, Thursday
morning for Des Moines, Ia, where
they will make their future home.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
Good1and 8. RuIeton !.

The Goodland ball team defeated an
aggregation from Ruleton and Kan
orado Monday on the local grounds by
a score of 8 to 7. The GoOdland boys
practically got away with the game in
the first inning by getting FIVE runs be-
fore Ruleton could retire the side.
Ruleton scored two in the third inning
and fourth in the fourth, and from then
until the last man was out it was any
body's game. A large holiday crowd
witnessed the game. Score by innings:
Goodland ....-..-.--S o-S
Ruleton ------.------ o o.
Batteries-Goodland, Jewell and Frydendalli
Ruleton, Harrington and Ingram
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
STANDS BY FUNSTON.
The Chicago News Defends the Doughty
Little ColoneL


The Chicago News, under the cap
ton Regarding Funston's Laurels, -
prints an editorial defending Gen.
Funston in which It says:
It is perfectly right for the Kansas
state textbook commission to expunge
from the Kansas public school histories
the statement that Gen. Funston swan
the Bagbag river in the Philippines in
the face of hot FIRE from the enemy,
but they should not hold Funston to
account for the error. 1t is the author
of the history and not the general who
is to blame. Funston did swim the
Bagbag. 1t was not at that river, how
ever, but at the Rio Grande that the
exploit famed in history was performed.
Moreover Funston's commission as
brigadier was not accorded to him for
that alleged feat of notation as the Kan
sas historian seems to think His own
official report of the exploit by which a
rope was carried across the Rio Grande
so that a raft might be hauled to the
other side says:
"a dozen men volunteered to cross
the river, although they would be under
fire. From these I selected Privates
White and Trembly, of Company B.
These men, naked and unarmed, swan
the river with the end of the rope, al
though fired upon repeatedly, and land
ed within 20 feet Of small work con-
tanning several of the enemy who did
not run out until the men actually
crawled up on all fours and tied the
rope to one end Of the uprights of the
trench. I got on the raft with eight
men and we hauled ourselves over by
hand"
In addition the generals report said:
81 earnestly recommend that the two
men, White and Trembly, be granted
the medal of honor"
Neither Gen. Funston's commission
nor his medal of honor was granted for
swimming feats but for distinguished
gallantry in action and for the general
efficiency and really brilliant service
rendered by his regiment, the Twentieth
Kansas. The swimming or fording of
rivers under fire was one of the several
features of a campaign which marked
him as a daring leader and clever
strategist.
Those feats were praised without
stint and it is but natural now that the
general should suffer from his overdose
of praise. They were vastly more to
his credit than the much Wanted trick
by which he captured AguinaldO. If,
like other military heroes who have
been mounted on Pedestals and crowned
with laurels, It is found he, has been
credited with honors not properly his
due that is not his fault.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
Comn,s CnfTee Hnnse to Onen.

The new Coffin Coffee House will
be opened up for business Saturday. 1t
is a very complete and up to date
restaurant. The building was erected
especially for the restaurant business
by Jerry Coffin, who has been engaged
in that line of trade for many years.
The large range is enclosed in an iron
clad ventilator, and it has hot and cold
water lavatory, with bath room in the
rear. The plumbing and drainage has
been thoroughly arranged.
A New England dinner will be served
at noon, and short orders will be served
at all hours, both night and day.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
coNTINuEs % lMPRovE.
Cattle Prices at Kansas City Market stiH
Adrancfnr


Kansas City, No, Nay 31.-The gen
eral cattle, market continued last week
the advance kaaugurated more than two
weeks ago, and has kept It up first two
days of this week Prices were 10 to IS
cents higher yesterday on killing cattle
than Fridays close, and market is
strong to-day. About so per cent of the
cattle now being marketed are bringing
s. to 81 per head more than they were
two weeks ago. Stock cattle, including
stock calves, are 10 to 20 cents lower, as
expected at this season, and veal calves
have been selling badlyuP to this week,
but improved yesterday and to-day.
Following prices for different kinds are
now ruling here: Beef steers up to
$50, which was top price to-day, with
bulk of sales above IS; heifers at 81 so
to S5.25 for best ones; fair to good COWS
at $3.50 to $3.50; veal calves up to S..
Outside of mild fluctuations, cattle mar
ket is expected to go still higher.
Hog prices took turn for the better,
middle of last week, and made gains up
to to-day, when market is weak to 5
cents lower, although the top of Sass
to-day is the same as that yesterday;
bulk Of sales to-day S4.45 to $3.50.
Weights below 200 pounds bring up to
$3.50 Market is sensitive to the rela-
tons of supply and demand, and read
lily huctuates.
Sheep prices gained little last week
were strong to 10 cents higher yester-
day, but are 10 cents lower to-day.
Supply to-day is 5000 head, largely
Texas muttOns, and decline is confined
mostly to them. Best wooded lambs
bring up to 81, spring lambs 81, clipped
lambs S6.l5; wethers and yearlings sell
at $40 to S5.75; choice ewes at S5.25.
Supply is running about Is per cent of
that of a year ago.. A. Rickart.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
WILL ADOPT STANDARD CODE.
The New Book of Rules Adopted by Rock
Island Effective August 1.

Island Effective August 1.
The Rock Island has adopted a new
book o f rules governing the operation
of trains which will be put into effect
on August I. These books have al
ready been published and issued to the
employees of the road and it is expected
that by August 1, all trainmen will
have become sufficiently acquainted
with the new rules to make practical use
of them.
In speaking of the change a local
official said the rules contained in the
book formerly used on the Rock
Islands lines had not been entirely
abandoned.
THE principal trouble with the old
book, " continued the official, Twas
that It contained unnecessary directions
and explanations. The book dealt
with the minutest details and even
rules which were the most obvious were
given the same attention as was given
the more difficult ones. The book con-
tanned much that was commendable,
however, and in compiling the new
book many of the old rules have been
rewritten and rearranged for future use.
All unnecessary explanations have been
cut out and although the new rules are
standard and similar IN many respects
to those IN use on other lines, they are
at the same time much more concise.
"a board of examination will be es-
tablished at each division point, the
purpose Of which will be to instruct
and examine the employees in the use
of the new rule book In this way the
change from the old to the new viii not
be as discOncerting as It would if we
were to leave the men to dig It out for
themselves. -
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
BOND FOR T. J. LEE.
Engineer in Mexican Prison May Soon
BE Released.

Engineer in Mexican Prison May Soon
BE Released.
The family of T. ]. Lee, who live In
Denver, the former Rock Island en-
gineer, imprisoned in Mexico for having
been in a railroad wreck in that coun-
try, now intend to secure his release on
bonds. The bond required will be S.
600 and will be furnished through some
bonding company having Mexican cor
.respondence.
Police Captain Lee, of Denver, a bro
ter of T. J. Lee, on Monday received a
letter from Governor Peabody stating
that the United States consul to Mexico
was in another section of the country
on business at the present time and that
the best way to secure the engineer
release would be by furnishing bond.
The Denver News of June 1, says:
THE latest reports received by Police
Captain Lee from his brother, Timothy
J. Lee, now confined in a jail at Zaca-
tecas, Mexico, awaiting trial on the
charge of causing a disastrous wreck
on the Mexican Central railroad are
quite encouraging. The letter was re-
cieved yesterday and it is the first com
munication since the United States
government has been invoked in his be
half.
Mr.. Lee writes that since the consul
has interested himself in his behalf he
has been removed from an Enclosure in
the Jail where he has been confined with
a lot of murderers, thieves and desper-
ADDE'S of the very worst type, to a neat
room in which there is a bed and bed
clothes. This is much more comfort
able and he is already benefited in
health.
Many Americans in Zacatecas have
become cOgnizant of his condition and
they call on him frequently now and
bring him dainty Dishes
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
Firemen Nominate omcers.

Tip Top Lodge No. 396, Brother
hood of Locomotive Firemen, will hold
their annual election June g. The fol-
lowing nominations have been made.
For master, F. H. Ebeling, P. J.
Heating, NJ. c. Parker, L. Jones; for
vice master, L. E. Brinker, F. H. Hill
ton, J. F. Kinstler, N. V. Ryan; for
secretary, R. S. High, NJ. c. Parker,
E. Erickson; for treasurer, c. w. Greg
DRY, E. L. Blodgett, A. V. Critch-
field; for legislative representa-
tive, F. V. Hill, H. L. Robertson, F. H.
Ebeling, G. W. Sherman; for delegate,
F. V. Hill, r. s. High, P. J. Heating,
F. H. Hilton, ]. F. Kinstler, NJ. V.
Ryan; for alternate delegate, N. c. Par
ker, A V. Critch6eld, N. Peterson, T.
Foley; for member board of trustees for
three years, F. H. Hilton, P. Coler. ].
F. Kinstler, n. Peterson, F. H. Ebe-
ling; for local protective boards, ". NJ.
Dryden, N. c. Parker, P. J. Heating,
&c. D. Harper, R. II. Lasley, D. z.
Dimmitt, F. H. Hilton, R. S. High, W.
H. Hamilton.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
PETITIoN EoR eoNo ELgoTIoN.

The Proposition Is to Issue 100000 IN
Bonds to Improve Water System
Petitions are being circulated for the
signatures of taxpayers of GOOdland for
albOnd election. The petition proposes
the issue of 10000 in bonds to erect a
stand pipe and enlarge the water works
and mains of GOodland.
1t is proposed to erect an iron stand
pipe so feet high and Is feet in dia-
meter, and also to enlarge the power
plan and system of the water mains.
It requires the signatures of three
ifths of the taxpayers, and the election
must carry by a two-thirds majority
vote. If sufficient subscribers are sec
ured the mayor will issue a Proclama-
ton for an election.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
stnrtlInr Eridence.

Fresh testimony in great quantity is
constantly coming in, declaring DR..
Kings New Discovery for consumption
coughs and colds to be unequaled. A
recent expression from T J. Mcfarland,
BentOnville, Va, serves as example. He
writes II had bronchitis for three
years and dOctOred all the time without
being benefited. Then I began taking
Dr.. Kings New Discovery, and a few
bottles wholly cured me-" Equally eff
fective- IN curing all lung and throat
troubles, consumption, pneumonia and
grip. Guaranteed by Moore & Steven
son, druggists. Trial bottles free, reg
ular sizes SOC and 81.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
worst Of An EEPerie1ces.

Can anything be worse than 70 feel
that every minute VIII be your last?
Such was the experience Of Mrs S H.
NeWsOn, Decatur, Ala For three
years, she writes, 81 endured insuffer=
able pain from Indigestion, stomach and
bowel trouble Death seemed inevitable
when doctors and al remedies failed.
At length was induced to try Electric
BitteTs and the result was miraculous
1 improved at once and now Pm CON
pletsfy recovered. For liver, kidney
stomach and bowel troubles Electro
Bitters IS thu only medicine Only SOC
It's guaranteed by Moore & Stevenson,
druggists.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
Notsd temperance Lecturer Coming.

Mrs Ada Wallace Unruh, national
lecturer Of the ". c. T. u, will speak
at the opera house June u at IL O'Clock
an Mrs. Unruh visited GOOdland
three years ago and delighted all by her
elOquence, wit and logic. She is one
of the finest speakers on the American
platform. The lecture viii be free and
a large attendance is expected. Come
and hear her. Mrs Unruh will also
speak at the Methodist church Satur-
day night, June I1-COmmittee.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
90 FRoM wINoMILL TowER.
The Wheel Struck james Cummings While
Climbing on the Platform.

The Wheel Struck james Cummings While
Climbing on the Platform.
James Cummings, while working for
William Vogel in putting down a well
at Edison last Friday, was struck by
the wheel of the mill while on the tower
and was thrown to the ground. The
conclusion of the fall rendered him IN
conscious for some time, and DR.. Gull
lex was summoned, arriving about an
hour and a half after the accident.
Cummings was not dangerously hurt
Mr.. Vogan was sinking a new well
near an old windmill on the ]. ". Hall
place, now occupied by Ira Austin.
Cummings had occasion to ascend Il e
tower, and when he was climbing
through the opening of the platform a
PrOtruding bolt on the wheel struck
him on the head with such force that it
threw him to the ground.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
Cnn.tinntei RnueIs-

To have good health, the body should
be kept IN a laxative condition, and the
bowels moved at least once a day, so
that all the poisonous wastes are ex-
PEELED daily. Mr.. G. L. Edwards, 142
North Main street, Wichita, Kan, writes:
Il have used Herbiue to regulate the
liver and bowels for the past ten years,
and found It a reliable remedy" l50c at
Arensberg & Cullen's.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03

Would quickly leave you, if you used
DR.. Kings New Life Pills. Thousands
Of sufferers have proved their matches
merit for sick and nervous headaches
They make pure blood and build up
your health. Only 25c, money back if
not cured. Sold by Moore & Steven
son, druggists.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
County Graduating Examination.

The second county graduating ex-
aminating will be held at the GOodland
school building Thursday and Friday,
June Is and II, commencing at 8
O'Clock a. m. Branches for first day,
arithmetic, penmanshiP, photography,
grammar, civil government; branches
for second day, reading, physiology,
geography, history.
J.R. REED, County Superintendent.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03

Living at an out of the way place, re-
mote from civilization, a family is often
driven to desperation IN case OF accid-
ent, resulting IN burns, cuts, wounds,
ulcers, etc. Lay in a supply Of Buck
lens Arnica Salve. It's the best on
earth. 25c at Moore & Stevenson 5
drug store
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03

The ladies of the W. c. T. U. will
observe Flower Mission day Thursday,
June 9, and give a lawn social from
to 10 O'Clock in the evening at the home
OF Mrs. E. F. Murphy. Refreshments
will be served Everybody cordially in
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03

viii sell on the street IN GOOdland
Saturday, June II, at 2 O'Clock p m
two 6Tst-class, extra good milk COWS
inst fresh, four and FIVE years old, tC
highest bidder for cash.
< ARTDraN-
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
A Snant

I have the northwest 2O-7-4O for sale
cheap. Entirely clear; title perfect;
taxes paid. See me-
NJ. ROBINSON, the Land Man.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03

Northwest quarter 6-6-41, and north
west 14-7-4I, Sherman county. For
price inquire of w. u Appel, Thorn
son, III.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
Lieno Beats Kalsomine.

Beauty your home by using LienO,
manufactured from selected gypsum
rock, all colors. A permanent wall and
ceiling finish. LienO hardens on the
wall with age; does not rub of as lime
does: is better than kalsOmine.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03

Call at our yard and look over our line
Of screen doors They are the finest II
the land
FOSTER LUMBER COMPANY.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
That ThrobbinE Headache

Money to loan on most all kinds Of
security.-C. 81. Millisack.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03

The Goodland high school ball team
was defeated at Ruleton Saturday by a
school nine from Kanorado. The score:
Goodland 49, z-Iz
Kanorado- .--------- ~
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03

The St. Paul viii insure your crop
against hail. For rates enquire at First
National bank.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03
Driven to Desperation.

GO to the First National bank for
hail insurance Agents for the St. Paul.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03

J.R. REED, County Superintendent.
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03

FOSTER LUMBER COMPANY
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03

you exactly what you here Our stock of
The Goodland republic. [volume] (Goodland, Kan.) 1891-1907, 1904-06-03

E 100. ne Store mat Saves Yoa money. 'PFfONE Z
The colored American., 1904-07-23

Cleanses the scalp of dandruff, stops
it from falling and will make it grow
even in bald spots. Mrs Thomas
teaches each patient how to massage
her scalp. This arouses the circula-
ton and makes new hair. If your
hair needs attention, try this prepara-
tion and you will not regret it. 1t is
NOT A STRAIGHTENER. Natural
hair is a woman's crown of beauty,
and you can have it if you want it.
Price, LOO. Send stamps for Hair
and Complexion Talks 1t tells you
all you want to know about yourself
Please send stamps when asking for
information or no attention will be
paid to your letter.
Send money by postoffice order to
Mrs. Alice H. Thomas, 1888 Felicity
street, phone 3O94-12 New Orleans, La.
The colored American., 1904-07-23

demand
the Phelps
desire do
to well as
taking
Training School
of their people
helpful the neighbo
communities
teaching in the inten
but rahe to assis
building which the School
by structure
Reading
hooS
Ia otyroo are apartments
Il
P w
T. Johnson Philadelphia
delivered
Of
light washing $3.50
paid
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teaching
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natio are
The colored American., 1904-07-23
Some Men Pay $4,000

For an expert to manage their ad-
vertising. There are others who pay
$500 for an annual subscription to
nrinter's ink and learn what all ad-
vertisers are thinking about. But
even these are not the extremes reach
cd There are men who lose over
100000 a year by doing neither one.
For sample copy send 1Oc to Printers
Ink, No. 10 Spruce Street, New York
City.
The colored American., 1904-07-23

Small outfit to agents on commits
sion of 40 cents on the dollar. Hust-
ling agents wanted to handle our great
remedies All kinds, they sell rapid
ly; the people want them Agents
commission 40 cents out OF every dol
lar. Enclose $1.OO as a guarantee of
express charges and pay the rest when
the goods are sold. Remember, Time
is money, friends. Address.
DR.. c. G. GONOND,
II Harmon Court, Chicago, III.
The colored American., 1904-07-23
FINANCIAL
m YOU NEED z5aaas5s5 EssfsEss5s

II 80. come to US. We are always
rzadv to loan you any amount you may
naed. You can repay it in small
monthly payments to suit your conve-
uience.
We make loans on Furniture, Pi-
amos. &C., without removal or any pub
icity in any way. All business is pri-
vate.
WAsHINGTON MORTGAGE LOAN
COMPANY,
e10-F Street-610.
The colored American., 1904-07-23

FOR RENT: Large front room suit
able for man and wife, on Pierce Flace
near Fourteenth street. Address, G..
T., this Office.