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Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-11-19

Pine Bluffs ret CkabIe growth just
at this time is attracting the atten-
tion of every one who visits the city.
Not only is this growth confined to the
business districts, where large, COM
modious business blocks are daily in
course of construction IN all parts
of the business districts, but new resi-
dences galore are going up, and there
is scarcely a day passes without
some nenw contract being let 10 eS-
press it in the language OF one dis
tinsuished citizen, "A carpenter won
hardly look at YOU now" The work
men are all busy, and this city AFFORDS
an opportunity for work to any one
who wishes to work. There is just
now no excuse for any able-bodled
man in Pine Bluff being without en-
ployn.ent.
In the business districts, all the
new buildings now going up-and
there are about dozen of them just
completed in course Of construction Or
about to begin-are solid and sub
stantial structures, built of brick and
stone, and built for permenancy
showing the great fai ith that the
reople of Pine Bluff have in the fu-
ure of the city. In the residence sec
ton. nice, neat cottages are being
built verywhere. while in many in
stances beautiful residences and ele-
giant mansions are going up or are
contemplated.
Following is only partial list OF
the many new improvements made in
the residence districts. The list could
be doubled, but SO many improve
1fents are being made just now that
it would be difficult to gather an accu
rate list. The following list does not
include any of the big business blocks
being built:
w. P. Orr has just erected nice
cottage on South Pine at a cost OF
$500.
Mrs. Agnes Owens has been remod
cling two dwellings on West Second
! at a cost of $1,000.
J. G. Galster has erected two pretty
cottages on East Sixth at a cost OF
$3.50 each.
VIM. Covert has just completed a
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-11-19
MAY Be A CANDIDATE.
Capt. Penny May Enter Lists for Rep
resentative.

The Graphic understands from re-
liable authority that Capt w. B. Pin
ny will be a candidate for representa-
tive, subject to the action Of the
Democratic primary. Capt. Pinny
has been resident of Pine Buff for
the past eight or ten years, nearly all
of which time he has held a respon-
sible position with B. Gottlieb. Ee
has made scores of friends and sup
porters, who are glad to learn Of his
intention
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-11-19
SIMPSON e. WEBB FURNITURE co.
TO DISTRIBUTE CALENDARS.

The Simpson and Webb Furniture
company have made specially for
several years of getting out line of
calendars which they distribute to the
trade free of charge. This year they
kave surpassed all previous efforts in
this regard and have the handsomest
collection ever shown in the city and
which they will give away at their
store Monday, November Goth, begin
ming at 9 o'clock in the morning A
special day is set for the distribution
in order that all may share and share
alike, and then, too, by setting a reg
ular time the work can be accomplish
e., in more systematic manner and
without working hardship upon the
clerks and other attaches of the con-
cern. These calendars are, of course.
for 1906, and as they are works of arr
they will prove clever ornaments for
the home as we'll as most useful ar
ticles. of reference for the library.
Many children, admiring the collec-
ton which Simpson and Webb Furni-
ture compShy have made this year,
have asked for them. but on account
of their great cost, their distribution
will be limited to the heads of fani-
lies or to adults who can appreciate
their full merit as to ornament and
practical use. In order to get one of
these calendars, it is necessary to call
at the salesroom of the Simpson and
Webb Furniture company Monday
where display of them can be seen
in one of the massive show windows.
Ir order that every lady may be we'll
repaid for trip to this store on that
day the firm has decided to offer an
Indian foot stool, we'll worth a dol
lar to dollar and quarter, for sew
enny-five cents. There will be other
values equally as attractive and every
one who can, should call Monday. I
early, and avail himself of one of these
free calendars and some of the rare
bargains that will be offered. How
ever, it is not necessary to buy any
thing to get one of these calendars
they are yours, if you will only call
for them.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-11-19
WON WITH EASE
PINE BLUFF HIGH SCHOOL TEAM
DEFEATS LITTLE ROCK
ELEVEN.
Score Was % to o, and Pine Bluff Goal
Was In No Danger at Any
Stage.
Score Was % to 0, and Pine Bluff Goal

A spirited and highly interesting
game of football between the Little
Rock High school eleven and the Pine
Bluff High school team was played
at Jones park Saturday afternoon. AL
though the Little Rock team out
weighed the Pine Bluff lads the lat
ter walked away with the game wila
the greatest of ease, the score at the
end standing 2S to 0.
Pine Bluff geal was not in DANCE,
at any stage of the game. The locai
team made five touchdowns by tn >
following players: Mullins 2. M. Rein
berger l. Honnet I, J. B. Hishtower
I. Goals by Mullins and Reinber2
er. The game was entirely free from
wrangling and the Little Rock boy
took their defeat like true sport s,nen
Following was the lineup:
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-11-19
COLoRED TEACHERS MEETING.

An interesting meeting of the col
ored teachers of the public schools of
the city took place at the Merrill
school Friday afternoon. The follow
ing subjects were discussed and the
work exen.plified: Best methods of
teaching spelling and how to pro-
vide a course of instruction in the
schools which will give the pupils a
vocabulary that they will need for
practical use in life. ]. G. Corbin al
so discussed the subject of classifca-
ton of numbers, price and composite.
with reference to use and necessity In
the principles of the greatest common
divisor and the least common multi
pie.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-11-19
SONG SERVICE.

The song service at the First Meth
odist church this evening promises
to draw out large congregation.
For several days preparations. have
been going forward for this event.
The program will lbe under the direc-
ton of Prof. Mcneil. Among those
who will participae are Miss Amman
da Dye, Mrs Davidson Mr.. and Mrs.
West. Mr. Dunlap, Mr.. Henry Rob.
erts and Mr.. c. o. Huber. Prof. Nc
Neill will preside at the organ.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-11-19

h.M r. = 81 g.
Dallas Smith, negro man, was run
down by an Iron Mountain train near
the water tank just east of the de-
pot, about II o'clock Saturday night,
and both feet badly mashed up. He
is in serious condition. Witness
es to the accident say the negro was
walking along the track with beer
can in his hand. 1t is supposed that
he was drunk.
Robinson's ambulance was sent for
hcrriedly just after the accident, and
the negro was taken to his home at
the corner of Fifth avenue and Mis-
souri, street, where he was given
prompt surgical and medical atten-
ton.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-11-19
CATHOLIC BAZAAR.

The Catholic ladies are now ready
fnr their bazaar, which opens on No
s6eWber 21 and continues to the 23d.
Az The Dewoody building, corner of
Irth avenue and Main street. Spe.
Ci81 dinners each day from IL to p.
III. Booths for fancy and other arti-
cloS are arranged. A fine orchestra
Win furnish dancing music every
nieht. Bazaar open every day from
NJ "a. to 12 p. m.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-11-19
Mr.. CORE KICKED BY A MULE.

County Clerk Jesse Core met with
A painful. though not serious accident
at Tucker Friday when mule kick
e7 him on the leg, inflicting injuries
that have laid him up at his home. He
came back to Pine Bluff Friday after
noon but was not able to be out Sat
.urday. No bones were broken.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-11-19
KILLED SIX DEER.

Sheriff James Gould has returned
from big hunt below Dermott. Mr.
Gould reports a most successful hunt
the party having killed six fine deer
Ihe party was composed of abou+
fifteen men.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-11-19
JOHN HEMMERT HURT.

u. Hemmert, the well-known tail
las painfully injured Friday night
! on West Sixth avenue. The
falks on this thoroughfare are
neraby above theh pavement of
rect and as there were not lights
vicinity at the time, he stepped
e sidewalk, fell down the en-
nent and received several cuts
afuises about the face. A physi-
Took three stitches in one of
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-11-19
THE FENClBLES.

asked if the Jefferson Fenci-
HSes build hold another meeting this
Neek3Capt. Pinney stated that the
org813xation would not meet again
tor 19ne time, perhaps-not until fur
thaf Dtice from him.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-11-19
JUDGE JONES' 'PossUM SUPPER.

Judge w. d. JONES gave 'possum
supper to a large number of his
friends at Justice P. T. Culpepper's
Office last ailght. The meat was lus-
cious and delightful to the taste, and
there was plenty of it tczs""go rouhas"' =
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-11-19
ADDS ANOTHER COMPANY.

The Home Insurance company has
added the Franklin Insurance COM
panv and the Freeholder Insurance
company to its already large list of
CON 7panies. These are both old line
stock companies. The Home COM
nany is now much better equipped
an ever for handling large lines.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-11-19
PROBATE COURT.

The will of Sam Williams was filed
for probate. He leaves all his prop
erty to Henry M. Thomas, and names
Thomas as executor of the will.
The will of B. Frank Bond was filed
Tor probate. He leaves all his
property to his wife, Ellen Bond, and
she is named as executrix.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-11-19
FOWLER ExoNERATED.

a the evidence adduced at the
Ding trial of Mr.. G. F. fowler,
killing of Jim McLendon, which
Nd Thursday and Friday of last
fhe court held fowler justifiab'e
4 was released without bond
Herald.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-11-19
CROWD ENJOYED IT.

"A Trip to Egypt" was taken in by
pretty fair audience at the Elks
theater Friday night. The journey
was not altogether a pleasant one, but
the encores were frequent and the
crowd, generally speaking, appeared
t. enjoy many parts of the program.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1905-11-19
HoNoRs FOR LOCAL PREACHERS.

The State Baptist convention elect
ed Rev. Ross Moore of Pine Bluff first
vice president, and Rev. S. H. Camp
bell, also of this city, secretary. |
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1905-01-20

son was up on the bank and received
the greater part OF the load of shot.
The shot were No. SIS and were coming
hard enough to go through Anderson's
canvas hunting coat and the rest of his
clothes and bury themselves IN his back.
The only one that did any damage
struck him behind the ear and made
his neck stiff. Anderson was not going
to be kept fEom his fun by a little thing
ing and then came to town and hadss.Dr.
Burton extract the shot. Some of the
shot imbedded themselves in Andersoa's
gun stock and he will leave them there
for souvenirs.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1905-01-20

Geo. Donler's new house, 6 miles
northeast, is now ready for the plaster
ers, and when completed will be ready
for the new housekeeper.
Mr.. Walker, who lives three miles
south. expects to have public sale Of
stock next month, as he has rented his
farm and gives possession March LIST.
Our mail carrier got snowbound last
Saturday, and with the thermometer at
II degrees below zero he thought he had
bettar stay at home.
The roads in this part--of the country
have been almost impossible the last
few days, while the snow was so deep
AL. Hulls lost another of his horses
with blind -stsgeers, last week.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1905-01-20
HOIslNGTON.
From the Dispatch.

From the Dispatch.
George Boiselle run an engine pilot
through the side OF the round house
Tuesday night while hosting. He
failed to stop the engine il time and the
front tracks ran off the ends Of the
track.
The Curtis Dramatic Co. have SO far
this week had good crowds and have
been putting on good plays. The
stormy weather has kept many country
people at home who generally attend
the plays.
Evangelistic services are being held in
| the United Brethren church conducted
by Rev. II. Williams. Evangelist. of
Scandia Kansas, assisted by his son
Clarence L. Williams and wife, singing
evangelists-
While out rabbit bunting east of town
last Thursday afternoon Engineer Nate
Anderson was accidentally shot by Joe
| Huey. Huey was in the bed OF creek
and shot at rabbit above him. Ander-
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1905-01-20
Albertson Fankhauser.

The following from the Haviland
Onlooker of Jan. 18th, will be of IN
terest to many Barton county people.
where the groom formerly resided:
At the home of the brides parents,
one and one-half miles northeast OF
Haviland, Maggie Albertson and Edwin
Fankhauser, both of Hsvilsnd, were
united in marriage by Rev. B. II. Albert
son, after which Isaac Woodland of
fered an appropriate prayer,
The bride was attired in a beautiful
white silk chiffon dress and carried
white roses. while the groom wore con-
ventional black with white vest. Jhe
brides maids, Miss Mary Aibertson
and Miss Bertha Fankhsuser, wore
white and carried white carnations
Msssrs. Marvin Whitlow and Elbert
Cooke were best men and deserve great
honor Miss Mabel Hodgson played the
wedding march slowly and sweetly.
After congratulations, sixty five guests
partook of a bountiful dinner which
was prepared by the faithful hand o
the brides mother, who never tires o
doing good deeds for her children.
The table walters, Miss Elma Albert
son and Miss Cora Heckett, Messrs
Orville Woodard and Chester Kendall
deserve credit for seeing that eVerybod
got turkey, pie ard cake.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1905-01-20
SEWARD NOTES.

Charley Bertram is getting better
slowly, st the hospital.
Our new Co. commissioner Pierce
Mullen, from this district had his first
experienced that capacity last week,
and we think he will prove the right
sort of man for the place.
A. D.Hulls and his force of carpen-
tiers are rapidly getting the Baily house
in shape for a spring opening.
The elevators have been having rest,
but the coal dealers have been putting
IN overtime since the storm.
Miss Kate Campbell, who is teaching
in district No. 8. spent Saturday and
sunday 49, AZ rd Mrs. Grimes
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1905-01-20
Editorial Association Meeting.

Will Townsley and W. P. FEEDER
returned Wednesday morning from
the Editorial meeting at Topeka, and
say they had very interesting and
enjoyable meeting. Notwithstanding
that neither claims to have a dress
suit, they attended the governors
reception, and shone with the others.
The meeting was one of the best the
association has ever held, and the
address of DR.. Roberts wasT one of
the finest ever listened to. Next
years meeting will be heldat Junction
City. Mack Gretchen of the Sede-
wick Paragraph was elected presi.
dent, Miss Carlson of Lindsborg vice
president, J. E. Junkin of Sterling
corresponding secretary. ]. NJ. Lewis
OF Kinsley recording secretary, and
S. w. McGarrah of Manhattan as
treasurer. E. L. Cline of Conway
Springs and E. J. Bookwalter of Hal
stead were elected delegates to the
National Associations meeting, to
represent this district. and w. E..
Blackburn of anthony, was elected as
a member of the executive con mites
from the district.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1905-01-20
SUNNY SLOPE.

We are surely having cold weather.
Mr.. and Mrs. Wylie and daughter,
Della, have gone to Ness Co. on visit.
DR.. Dennison was called to see little
Charlie Fenno last Friday, who has been
quite sick, but is better now.
Mr., and Mrs. Cory called on Charles
Fenno's Sunday afternoon
Mr.. and Mrs Brinson visited with
Mrs Doty, Saturday afternoon.
Graes.pa Parks has been afflicted with
rheumatism. However, he is able to be
out again.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1905-01-20

Wallace Kempt carved the wedding
cake and gave rich toast, which should
be appreciated by the bride and groom.
Mr.. and Mrs. Fankhauser wish to thank
their many friends for the useful and
beautiful presents received which will
often call to mind the pleasant memories
of the past.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1905-01-20

Ed. II. Heath and Miss Elnora
Strothman were married at Ellinwood
Tuesday, Rev. Father Weikmann
performing the ceremony. The
bride is daughter of Jos. Strothman,
fusion candidate for representative
last fall, and is a highly accomplished
and beautiful young lady. Thegroom
is successful young man of Kansas
City. They will make. their home
there. The HUSTLER extends con-
gratulations.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1905-01-20

Henry Ray Brown and Loualice
Bunting were married at the home
of the brides parents Tuesday night,
by Probate Judge w. Torrey. The
contracting parties are two of the
county's most popular young people
and a host of friends extend con-
-'--s and y-eli ,--sel.@s
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1905-01-20
sick with bad colds.

sick with bad colds.
RUDE York has returned to Barton
MIR. Fits.
Rabbit hunting and sleigh riding are
the orders of the day.
News items are scarce article, as it
is too cold for calling, everybody stays
at home and thinks "what pessimist
is my neighbor."
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1905-06-17
Mule and Rule.

At one of the Western army posts
in the days OF the Indian fights there
was a young lieutenant who was care.
full to see that the regulations relat-
ing to saluting were faithfully OBJ
served. One day soldier who was
leading an obstreperous mule to wat
err and had both hands fully employed
in the task was met by the lieuten.
ant. The soldier, who had an occupa-
ton which demanded his undivided
attention. failed to salute the marti.
net. who Immediately called him to
account for his remissness.
why do you not salute an officer
when you see him." he demanded.
you hold this mule and ! will,
calmly returned the man.
But the lieutenant did not insist
and the regulations were broken.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1905-06-17
Richmond RippIeS.
Good Man Leaves City, Property
Sold and Other News Items.

RICHMOND, June Ii Mr. G.. Landell
has accepted permanent position
with a CONDENSED MIX Co. in Ind lana
and leaves our factory and city July
LIST. His place will be filled 10y Chas.
T.. Merrill, WHO has been working for
milk company since they began bust.
ness here We wish him every success
in his new field,
August ;. SChow is contemplating
making wise move, that OF building
a new store Just south Of the People
store. The deal at this writing is not
quite closed but it is progressing nice
~ and no doubt Mr.. Schow will have
completed this summer much need
ed show room to display his fine line
of furniture, etc.
Within the next few days Richmond
will have three June brides The hap
py trio will be Miss Mamie Burnhan,
who will wed Mr.. Otto MOnSon: Miss
Hattie Hendricks becomes the bride
of Thos Smith, of Logan; and Miss
Mary Johnson will become Mrs Car
| Johnson.
J. T. +. Thompson has purchased
for 81 300 the house and ground OF
Deputy Sheriff Harrison, Mr.. Tbomp
son will make considerable improv
ments on the place, and expects t
move in soon now.
Geo. Farnes, the section foreman
and family have moved from the re
Gently sold Harrison place to tn
depot, where the O, :. l.. has furnish
ed them two cars to live in
A special Tabernacle committee Ina
been out the past few days and
meeting with good success in gather
ing money TO complete our Tabernacl
and pay bills due,
H. Bullen is again confined to h
! room and bed with an attack Of rhel
, matism.
!. Sheriff Smith was in Richmon
Wednesday
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1905-06-17
WHAT ALATE VISITOR
THINKS OF LOGAN CITY

The following expression from a
recent visitor to ogan OF no little in
ccrcst.
After having the pleasure OF spend.
ing week In Logan, i cannot help
but express my admiration for your
beautiful city before leaving for my
home IN Provo In viewing the town
and its surroundings, It's beautiful
wide streets and shade trees, It's bust.
ness houses and fine residences and in
stitutiOns Of learning, one cannot but
notice the results which have reward
cd the energy and toll of an indust-
rious people II shows for itself that
the people love their homes and their
country and also they have not failed
to take advantage Of the natural re-
sources and facilities around them and
by their untiring energy have created
beautiful homes and made the soil
productive, wealth and prosperity
smiling as the results Of their labOrS
on every side. There is also credit
due to your leading men who evident.
ly have been diligent in their efforts
to encourage the people to bring about
these results, men who have been
willing to use their ability and spend
their money TO help build up the town
and make Logan what it is today-a
vast difference from what 1t was forty
or fifty years ago, as some OF your
early settlers will remember must
not forget to mention other fine edi-
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1905-06-17

fees such as the tabernaCe ana us
capaclous grounds and nice side walks
the Temple on the hill, which is an
ornament TO the whole county, and
the Agricultural College which is a
most beneficial institution for the
state Logan also appears to have
plenty Of water both for agricultural
and mill purposes and "A good hydrant
service. While on the water question
| feel that it would not be out OF place
to suggest that you put IN al your
earliest convenience good fire de-
partmcnt as near to your business
centre as possible. 1t may seem
rather expensive to you at first but
you will never regret it after II is once
done. II las taken many years TO
build up these nice homes and bust
ness houses and stock them with
goods and 1t now becomes a duty TO
protect them. for we know not what
hour OF the night the thief cometh.
BY having a good fire protection the
reduction on your tire insurance will
help to pay the Investment. | must
say that am well pleased with Logan
and her people as well as the general
view of Cache county which appears
to be one Of the most heaIthful and
aud beautiful spots on earth. May
the people Of Logan be united in their
industrious efforts and their labors
will be crowned with success and pros
pcrity.
H. !. WARD, Provo.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1905-06-17

Tickets on sale June 23rd. good t.
return June oath.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1905-06-17
THANKS OF THE BAlliE.
Possibly More Truth in Speech Than
He Intended

There was an excellent man who. at
ter serving his fellow citizens in Glas.
gov as a councillor. at length was
promoted TO the dignity of bailie or
alderman. PC the rank Is called In
England Though he was none the
worse on that account, 1t is the simple
fact that HI education had been neg.
lected This he proceeded to prove
himself happily unconscious-in his
speech of thanks:
81 Gamma but say, my friends, that |
am proud OF the honor of being made
a bailie of this great city; and | am
even, | think. entitled to the honor.
for have gone through a the various
stages o degradation that a bailie has
to do to reach IT,"
This recalls the famous story of the
councillor who objected to a proposal
to place a candelabra in the council
chamber on the ground that they
would need to pay some one to play
II!