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Los Angeles herald., 1905-05-07
ouRIous coMpE1lrloNs

Editors of English weekly publica-
tions have to cudgel their brains for
ideas that will permit competitions
within the very definite limits set Jy
the postoffice department. one Of
the most recent schemes is the offer
of fifty-six prizes to the readers who
succeed in word competition where
In the first FIVE letters of the alpha
bet possesses a numerical value. Four
pages Of the publications are indicated
and to the contestant finding the
word possessing the highest value ac-
cordng to this scale the first prize
Is awarded. Since 1t does not neces.
sarily follow the longest word pos
sesses the highest value a perusal Of
the four pages should be worth the
capital prize to any reader.
Another competition has for its OBJ
ject the collection and submission of
the greatest number of street car aud
the omnibus tickets, which in England
are given by the conductor to the
passenger and not vice versa, as in
America, while still another offer
oontemplates the identification of
certain advertisements through dog
gerel rhymes. Even since the missing
word contest was started some fifteen
or twenty years ago, and became a
lottery craze, the postoffice officials
have kept shrewd watch upon the
weeklies. AS many of these depend
upon their competitions for crcula-
ton the man who is able to devise
new ideas finds a rich harvest.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-05-07
The ArtlfIciaI Diamond

The reward of the inventor who can
produce artificial diamonds is so tempt
ing that the Moisson experiments with
the electric furnace, which were inau-
gurated some eight or ten years ago,
have been continued until the present
day. They are now being carried on in
the laboratory of the Sorbonne In Paris
with AN ever-increasing success. The
Los Angeles herald., 1905-05-07

Originally 100000 bronze medals We're
struck by the British for distribution
to soldiers who took part in the South
African war. Some one in authority,
however, objected that it would be un-
wise to issue the medals to natives.
Consequently $4,000 medals have been
returned to the mint to be remelted.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-05-07
RussIA's TREASURE HOUSE

No matter what the revolutionary
conditions in Russia may bring forth
it is improbable that the Kremlin, in
Moscow, will be taken. although this
is the treasure house of the Russian
empire. 1t is estimated to contain
enough idle treasure to build school
house in every hamlet throughout the
land and give to every child a free edu-
cation. The Kremln is not alone to
every Russian the legal seat of the EN-
pire, but it is the actual headquarters
of the orthodox Greek church and the
stronghold of that mighty power.
Superstition and reverence combine
to protect the palace and insure the
preservation of the historic treasures
contained within its walls. and bold, in
deed, would be the revolutionary leader
who would even dare suggest an at
tack upon its mile and half of walls
Here are gathered the state treasures,
including the royal thrones and coro-
nation robes. In earlier days each rulel
had his own throne and crown, an6
many OF these are of splendor rival
ing the description of the Arabian
Nights The throne of Ivan the Ter
rible is of solid silver thickly
studded with gems while the robe o.
state is so covered with diamonds as tc
scarcely show the rich fabric beneath
Several of the state apartments are or
namented with jewels set in the plates
of gold which cover walls and ceilings
and in these and other relics are rep
resented wealth sufficient to pay the
entire debt of the state.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-05-07
BRAND HOr1E Showing ENTRANCE

tury, owned half million acres of val
ley and mountain land.
The Brand place has been appro-
priately named Miradero, the pretty
Spanish word meaning point of beau
tiful view." 1t is 1000 feet above the
sea level.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-05-07

The fifteenth German geopraphentag
will be held at Dantzig on June 1915.
The chief subjects Of papers and dis
cussions will be south polar exploration,
vulcanology, coast morphology and for
nation of dunes and school geog-
raphV
Los Angeles herald., 1905-05-07
BOAT MADE OE SKIN

HERE are few barriers, indeed,
which the intrepid explorer does
not overcome. In the case of the
men who wanted to cross the Brain
river, but who came across
Los Angeles herald., 1905-05-07

TRAVELLING invalids who cannot
afford regular carriages en- route
= are given chance to be made
fairly comfortable in hammocks which
can be swung across the cars.
The novel invention illustrated here
is the idea of Miss M. G. Horne.
knowing how expensive it is for second
and third class passengers to procure
comforts while travelling this clever
woman thought of utilizing hammocks.
When not in use the unique invalids
chairs may be slowed away in the
train box.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-05-07

The Nevada legislature has just ad-
journed after a remarkable record 1t
repealed every restricted gambling and
liquor law on the books. The only re-
strietion of the kind 1t retained was
the one ON prize lighting.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-05-07

The business of college education is
one of the greatest businesses of the
country. The 426 colleges and univer-
dents. represent an invested capital of
$25O,OOO,OOO and give employment to
25,OOO persons as teachers and officers
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
Shifting Soil.

Real Estate Transfers Reported by Makins
& Middleton, Abstractors.
s W Brown to Maria Q Lee II 81 q
9Th Of s Il A I'D Abilene, 1918.
HLawrence TO J G Lawrence Its 5
bk 6 Enterprise, $4,000
R N Seeds to Edith Daily Its 81 2S bk
bk 20 z A T B's LIST ad Abilene, e26.
Johu Pierce to M P San born Its II IL
1871 Is 16 II IS bk 4 Sheeran's 9Th
ad Chapman, $l2O.
Same to J Pierce 2 track in Sl'l2-4,
500.
Same to 6 A Morris lts ] 234 bk 5
Sheeran's 9th sd Chapman, s72.
Same to W II Fox Its 9 10 II IL bk 5
SheerAn's 9th sd Chapman, 500
D Lowe to J K McCloud WI set 4-l2 8,
$2500.
G Swick to H L Humphrey Its As A
A L sub & 1851 S a A ad Cedar
st Abilene, 81.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
No More Stomach Troubles.

All stomach trouble is renewed by
the use Of Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. 1t
gives the stomach perfect rest by d.
costing what you eat without the
stomach's aid. The food builds up
the body, the res restores the stom-
ach TO health. You don't have to
diet yourself when taking Kodol pys-
pepsia Cure. J. d. Erskine, Of Allen
vile, Mich, says, II suffered Heart
burn and Stomach trouble for some
time. My sister-in-law has had the
same trouble and was not able to eat
for six weeks. She lived entirety on
warm water. After taking two bot
ties Of Kodol Dyspepsia Cure she was
entirely cured. She now eats heartily
and is In good health. l am glad to
say Kodol gave me instant relief"
Sold by Townsend, the druggist, Cor.
Sd and Broadway.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
Howl THAI

We offer One Hundred Dollars Re.
ward for any case Of Catarrh that can.
not be cured BY Halls Catarrh Cure.
F. J. CHENEY & Co, Toledo, o.
We, the undersigned, have known
2. J. Cheney for the last Is years, and
believe him perfectly honorable in all
business transactions and financially
able to carry out any obligations
made bv bis firm.
WALDEN. KINNAN & MARVIN,
Wholesale Druggists, Toledo, o.
Rall's Cstarrh Cure is taken in
ternally, acting directly upon the
blood and mucous surfaces OF the
system. Testimonials sent free.
Price Zoe per bottle. Sold BY all
Druggists.
Take Balls Family Pills for consti-
dalton.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
Cloyd Troxel Married.

MIR. and Mrs. C. R. Troxel came in
last evening for visit with Mr.. and
Mrs. o. ?. Fentou. They are ON their
bridal tour, having been married in
Buffalo, N. Y, Dec. 2S. The BRIDES
maiden name was Miss Iva May
Greene. Mr.. Troxel is engaged in oil
and mining at Chihuahue, Mexico,
which place will be their home. he
says Grant Gillett lis experimenting
q mine OF Parrall, Mexico, and is do.
ing we'll.
Cloyd's host Of friends in this coun-
ty will wish them much joy.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
THE SECURITY MILLING CO.
IMPROVED TRAIN SERVICE.
Rock Island system Adds New Fast
Trains Between Chicago, Kansas
City and California.

On Christmas day, December 20,
the Golden State Limited train will
be resumed for the third season. This
luxurious train will run daily from
Chicago, Kansas City and St. Louis
to Los Angeles, Santa Barbara and
San Francisco, carrying entirely new
equipment, lighted throughout by
electricity. On the same date the
California Express will be inaugurated
and will run from Chicago, Kansas
City anil St. Louis to California. This
train will leave Chicago at $40 q. M,
arriving Kansas City 1850 p M
carrying through equipment to Cali
fornis, making II hours quicker time
Chicago to Los Angeles than present
service. The opposite train will leave
Kansas City 7:l5 a. M, arriving in
Chicago 1885 p. m. This will give
the Rock Island System morning and
evening service with'three fast trains
daily each way between Chicago and
St, Louis. j. H. JENNEss, Agent
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
cOlds and Laoripps Prevented.

II the conditions In your system in
tertere with the proper action Of the
liver, kidneys and bowels, you are
taking great chances for severe colds
and la grippe. II your system, how
ever, is in a perfectly healthy state,
you can Withstand sudden changes
and exposures to cold weather. Put
the liver, kidneys and bowels in per-
fectly healthy condition BY using DR..
Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin. 1t is p cas-.
ant to the taste and puts new life and
energy in you. II your druggist
hasn't got 1t, write for free sample
bottle -Pepsin Syrup Co., Month
cello, Ill. 500 and &l.00 q bottle. G.
g. Northcrait & Co.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12

Will Not Help Your
Disease, but Will
Weaken Your
Nerves.

Folks who think II Is better to bear
pain than soothe it-are wrong.
old-fashioned doctors used to say II
was better, because they had nothing
with which to ease pain but dangerous,
heart-paralyzing drugs.
But now, that q safe remedy han
been found. DR.. Miles Anti Pain Pills.
It Is wrong to suffer, for nothing can bO
gained but weakened nerves.
A safe rule to remember is: WIN
in pain, take an Anti Pain PHI.
This will soothe your quivering nerves.
DR.. Niles Anti-Pain Pills relieve pain
by restoring the natural secretions. In
which they differ from opium and sim.
liar narcotic drugs. which relieve pain
by checking tho action Of the glands.
They are sure and harmless, and arc
the latest medical treatment for the
cure Of Headache, Neuralgia. Baclzache.
Rheumatism, Dizziness. Toothache,
stomachache, Menstrual (Monthly)
Pains. Also nerve irritations like Sea-
Sickness, Car-siclness. Sleeplessness,
Indigestion, etc.
Pleasant to take, quick In results.
IT have used DR.. Miles Anti Pain
Pills for sick, nervous headache, and
have received the best results. I hear
lily, recommend their curative proper
ties, for they are uccessful"-REV.
RAY A. WATRoS. D. D., Iowa City, Ia
Bold by druggists at Csc, Money back
Z fiEt box does not help. Never sold
In bulk.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
Shugart.RaileY.

Harrington Times: Married, at the
home Of the BRIDES brother and sis
ter, Mr.. and Mrs. VIM. Hunt, Sunday
evening, Jan. LIST, Mr.. Jesse G. Bailey
and Miss Lucy B. Shugart, daughter
Of VIM. Shugart and wife Of Hope,
Rev. Campbell, the Christian church
evangelist, performing the marriage
ceremony. The groom is in the en-
ploy Of the Rock Island railroad as
brakeman, and the bride having lived
here and making her home at her sis
ter's, is also well known by most Of
the Herington people.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
The Good Old Way.

A severe cold or attack OF Ia grippe
lie like q fire, the sooner you combat
1t the better your chances are to over
power IL. But few mothers in this
age are willing to do the necessary
work required to give a good old
fashioned reliable treatment such Is
would be administered by their grand
mothers, backed by Boschee's German
Syrup, which was always literally
used in connection with the home
treatment Of colds and is still in
greater household favor than any
known remedy. But even without
the application Of the old-fashioued
aids German Syrup will cure q severe
cold In quick time. II will cure colds
in children or grown people. II re-
lleves the congested organs, allsys the
irritation, and effectively stops the
cough. Any child will take IL. II is
invaluable IN . household Of children,
Trial size bottle, Csc; regular size,
75c. Fer sale by c. z. Hortherait &
Co.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
NEEDS TWO GENERATIONS.
Charles Williams Says Philippine
Civilization Requires Time.

Charles Williams Says Philippine
Civilization Requires Time.
Charlie Williams, who graduated
from the Abilene high school four
years ago and then attended X. u,
and who is one Of the brightest COL
ored boys Kansas ever turned out, is
here for short visit. He went to
Manila two years ago and has been in
the quartermaster's department Of
the army service. Recently he was
transferred to Philadelphia and will go
there in few days. 1.-THE Filipinos
are learning" said be to the REFLEo.
TOR, "but 1t will take at least two
generations for them to be capable OF
self-government. The present gener.
alton except among the more enlight.
ened tribes are distrustful Of the
white people and will never become
reconci:ed to our ways. The younger
generation will be more tractable and
eventually there will be q complete
reorganization Of society and govern.
ment."
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
MISS BRINKMAN WRDDRD.
Abilene Ladies Assisted in the Pretty
Ceremony.

Abilene Ladies Assisted in the Pretty
Ceremony.
AT the homo Of Mr.. and Mrss J. v.
Brinkman In Great Bend at 8 O'Clock
last eve6ing were married their
daughter. Miss Mabel Brinkman, and
Mr.. Arthur Taylor, about $50 guests
being present. The house decorations
In green aud white were elaborate,
including smilax. mistletOe, holly and
white wedding bells. Miss Alice Sterl
OF this city and Miss Vera Jones, who
has frequently visited here, were two
Of the four bridesmaids. Mrs. H. K.
Humphrey was matron Of honor. An
elaborate callatlon was served.
The bride Ia one Of Great Bends
charming girls and has many friends
here where she has often visited at
the home Of her uncle, John Johntz.
The groom is cashier Of the Brink.
man bank and sterling young man.
Those from here attending the
wedding were: Mr.. and Mrs. G. G.
Sterl, Mr.. and Mrs. H. K. Humphrey,
Miss Sterl, Miss Daisy Hoffman Of
Enterprise. Mr.. and Mrs. Sterl and
MIR. Humphrey came home today; the
others with Miss Vera Jones return
tomorrow.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12

Those OF our readers who, in addi-
ton to their home readers, want a
NATIONAL news and family journal,
are advised to subscribe for the ST.
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Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
s,eksaius shivering Pits

OF Ague and Malaria, can be relieved
and cured with Electric Bitters. This
Is Q pure tonic medicine; of especial
benefit In malaria, for it exerts true
curative influence ON the disease,
driving it entirely out Of the system.
1t is much to be preferred to Quinine,
having none OF this drugs bad after
effects. E. s. Munday, Of Henrietta,
Tex, writes: "My brother was very
low with malaria fever and jaundice'
till he took Electric Bitters, which
saved his life. Al J. N. Gleissner's
drug store; price SOC, guaranteed.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
They Victimize Merchants.


1t lie not the farmer only who is
victimized by sharpers. An Abilene
merchant tells the REFLECTOR that
there are new schemes all the time
for working the merchants. One Of
the latest is cheap jewelry fake.
Generally these "jewelry houses"
comprise one or two schemers who
have desk room 10 some prominent
location; they carry no stock and send
out sleek travellers whose business 1t
is to get signatures to contracts. The
orders are then filed from q factory
with which they have a deal. The
contracts are iair-seeming in their
get-uP, permit inspection Of the
goods before paying for them, but
they are so wOrded that you will
have to pay the bill just the same uu-
less you put up an expensive fight
in the courts. The agent Of one Of
these irmS recently visited Abilene
but no one bit on the game.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
Death Of Robertson ,JOnes.

Robertson Jones. aged So, died Of
paralysis at the home Of his son In
Grant township. He was one OF the
County's most respected citizens,
member Of the Christian church and
much loved by the sorrowing family.
He leaves wife and two sons, John
and James. Funeral services will be
at the home OF James Jones Saturday
at p. m. Rev. Mr.. LudWig will off,
ciate. Burial in Abilene cemetery.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
Carriers work Il Limited.

Many people wonder why the city
mail carriers do not always complete
their trips. The carriers are up
against orders. They must work only
s hours day and their time is kept
by machine. II they get half way
around their last trip and find they
have only time to get to the poStoffiCe
before the 8 hours expire they must
20 in at once. For overtime less
than minutes there iS reprimand
for LIST otfense, half days suspension
without pay End offsnse. II mere
than 8 and less than 10 minutes sus-
pension ! day. II 10 to 80 minutes,
suspension one day and II offense is
repeated dismissal. Washington is
tough ON the carriers.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
Died on His Journey.

Floyd D. Todd, young man abou,
10 years Of age died in Heriugton Of
consumption Tuesday, January Srd.
The funeral took place there Thurs
day afternoon, the services conducted
by Rev. Bowman and F. M. McHale.
He had no relatives there, but was
Just passing through on his way to
his sisters when he was taken worse
and died as above stated.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
Pleasant and Most Effective.

T. j. Cham bers. Ed. Viudicator,
Liberty, Texas, writes Dec %, 1902;
"With pleasure and unsolicited by
you, l bear testimony TO the curative
power Of Ballard'S Horehound Syrup.
| have used it in my family and can
cbeeriully affirm it is the most effect
i've and pleasantest remedy for coughs
and colds | have ever used" 900, Doc
and $1.OO. Sold by G. E. Northcrait
& Co.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
A Handsome Monument.

One Of the handsomest monuments
in the Abilene cemetery has just been
placed on the R. M. White lot. 1t is
not only very large but is exceedingly
beautiful. 1t is made Of brown gran.
lite from the Oklahoma quarry in
which some Abilene parties are inter-
ested, is Of cathedral design and 10
very artistically prepared.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
Found . Cure for Indigestion.

l use Cham berlaihb Stomach and
Liver Tablets for indigestion and End
that they suit my case better than
any dyspepsia remedy ! have ever
tried and l have used many different
remedies. l am nearly fiity.ope
years Of age and have suffered great
deal from indigestion. can eat al
most anything want to now.-GEo.
W. Emory, Rock Mills, Ala. For sale
by all druggists,
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
Bought Oh&mberlain's Cough Remedy
and Sent Il to Friends.

Mr.. r. W. j. Fletcher, q druggist
in Victoria, Australia, says: "a GUS
toner Of mine was so pleased with
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, which
she had used for her children when
suffering from colds and Group, that
during q fOrtnight's time she obtained
1t my shop, nine bottles which she
sent to her friends in different parts
Of the state, telling them how much
goodit had done and advising them
to give it trial" For sale BY All
Druggists.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
In the Hospital.

DR.. W. M. Smith, city physician
Of Des Moines and head OF the local
board Of health, wrote to DR.. W. b.
Cald we'll at Monticello, ILL.,, on Jan.
l4th, 1908, as follows:
Dear Sir: l have used your Syrup
Pepsin in the city hospital with very
satisfactory results to myself and
patients. | find 1t mild and pleasant
laxative, and also very palatable.
N. M. SMITH,
City Physician.
c. Z, NorthcrAft G. Co.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
spssdy Relief.

A salve that heals without 9 scar is
DsWitt,s Witch Hazel Salve. No
remedy effects such speedy relief. 1t
draws out Inflammation, Soothes,
cools aud heals all cuts. burns and
bruises A sure cure for Piles and
skiu diseases. DeWitt's IL the only
genuine Witch Hazel SalTe. Beware
q eounterieits, they are dangerous.
Sold By Townsend, the druggist, Cor.
Sd and Broadway.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
Imperfect Digestion.

Means less nutrition and IN coDfe-
quence less vitality. When the liver
fails TO secrete bile, the blood becomes
loaded with bilious properties, the
digestion becomes impaired and the
bowels ccnstipsted. Herbine will
rectiiy this; it gives tone to the stom-
Ach, liver and kidneys, strengthens
the appetite. clears and improves the
complexion. lniuses new life and yigoT
10 the whole system. so cents 9
bottle. Sold BY Q. E. Northcrait &
Co.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12
spOiled her Beauty.

Harriet Howard, Of 200 W. saith St.,
New York, at one time had her beauty
spoiled with skin trouble. She writes;
II had Salt Rbeum or Eczema for
years, but nothing wouId cure it, I'M
iii | used Bucklen's Arnics Salve."
A quick and sure healer for cuts,
burns and sores. Csc att. NJ. Gleiss.
ner's drug store.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-01-12

The biennial convention Of the Ep-
worth League Of the Methodist Episco-
pal church. and the g. A. R. Encamp-
ment will be held In Denver this COM
ing summer. No convention visit
will be complete without q trip
through the Rockies. II you want 70
know about mountain tIipS. or Den
YER hs convention city. write @. n.
speers, General agent, Colorado Mid
lard BY, Denver.