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Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1905-02-16
Old Racing Man Follows
The Plow

Daily Capital:
c. w. Williams, founder of
the race track at independence,
Iowa, who saw Allerton and
other famous Iowa horses
smash the records a dozen
years ago which are a good
long ways from the records
made since, is following slow
pace breaking pillow now on his
farm in western Canada. The
transition from the dizzy speed
of the sulky to the snail-li!Se
plce of the plow has not soured
Williams on life at all. On the
contrary he writes to friends
that he believes there is a great
future for western Canada.
H. purchased 1900 acres of
land in Assiniboia and nov has
a section Of it under cultivation
Mr.. Williams has named his
place "Isiige Farm. Thous-
alds Of lowans who were CRATE
ful to Williams for making this
state the center of the big
speed events for a time will be
glad to learn what the old-time
racing magnate is doing now.
Williams did not get out of the
racing business, by the way,
with a million, Notwithstanding
the fact that he sold Allerton
for s105,000 and made a num-
Der of deals which smacked
almost as big.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1905-02-16
Aseysre Cold For Three Months.

The following letter from A.. j. Nusbaum OF Bates
vile, Ind, tells its story: 81 suffered for three
months with severe cold. druggist prepared me
some medicine, and physician prescribed for me,
yet did not improve. then tried FOLEY'S HONEY
AND TAR, and eight doses cured me-
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1905-02-16
A Chattanooga Druggists Statement

Chattanooga UFQgglsTs Statement.
Rober, j. Miller, proprietor of the Read House Drug
Store, of Chattanooga, Tenn, writes: "There is
more merit in FOLEY'S HONEY AND TAR than in
any other cough syrup. The calls for it multiply won
derfully and we sell OF it than all other cough
syrups combned.'
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-07-06
Secretary Of State
John Hay Is Dead.
Passed Away Very Suddenly at
Newbury, N. q.
WAS THOUGHT TO Be RECOVERING.
Was Sleeping quietly Ht II O'CIOck
and Was Dead ut 12i25-BOth DR..
scudder and DR.. Murphy
Were Present.

Newbury, N. H., July 1.--Secretary
Of State John Hay died at 1925 o'clock
Saturday morning. The signs immedi-
ately preceding his death were those
Of pulmonary embolisn, Mr. Hays con-
dItion during all Friday had been en-
tirely satisfactory.
The bulletin Of Secretary Hays death
was signed by Charles L. Scudder, M.
D., and Fred T. Murphy, M D.
Mr.. Hay returned June 15, from tour
of Europe which was made In search
Of health. When he left America,
March 10, he was greatly run down
and the trip abroad was regarded. as
essential. He returned greatly i'm
proved and his friends believed he was
on the high road to recovery.
Secretary Hay stopped In Washing
ton for few days and then proceeded
to his home here. Two days later he
was taken with a chill and for a few
hours his condition was regarded as
dangerous. He appeared to recover
however, and only few days ago
Payne Whitney and his wife, who was
Helen Hay, the secretary's daughter
were notified that 1t would be safe for
them to proceed on q trip abroad
which they had planLed.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-07-06
Was Grant Gillett
in Denver Recentlyf

Glllett from Woodbine, Kas. Two
Denver people who knew the history
by heart and who have received money
from Gillett which they thought had
gone to the winds are: Mrs. Alvin
c. Dake, lO46 Logan avenue; Edgar
A. Keller, 2SS West Second avenue.
Mrs. Daks, and Mr.. Keeler between
them received Sl6O,00O. Mr.. Gillet'
was accompanied BY his wife and biz
son, Waldo. They have not fully de-
cided where they will make thsil
residence, but Mrs. Gillett says sh'
tavors Denver. Mr.. Gillett believes
that he can conduct The business bet
tor from New Fork than from here.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-07-06
Topeka Has Serious
National Bank Failure.

The Central National has deposits
81, ,l6s, 900. P. /. BonebrSke is presi-
dent, G. 8. Downing, vice president
Edwin Knowles, cashier.
Devliu 10 at the head OF 20 different
companies and Is heavy borrower o.
mOneysd Institutions. OK late bis ai'
fairs have become exceedingly com-
plicatsd. Three weeks ago be sud-
denly stopped talking and has said
nothing since. It iS supposed that be
is paralyzed. A corporation has been
formed to take charge Of his proper.
ties and Straightsn out Ito affsirs II
possible.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-07-06
Special to the Reflector.

Special to the Reflector
TOPEKA, July S.-Ths First Ma
tIonal bank Of Topeka failed to open
this morning and iS In the hands Of
the comptroller OF the currency. Most
Of its stock Is owned BY G: !" J."Devlln,
the big coal operator. y
A run 10 10 progress on the Central
National but 1t iB believed that enough
cash can be secured to carry 1t
through.
The First National has deposits OF
1891, 900. VIM. Sims Is president,
W. H. RosslngtOn, vice president, c.
E. Hawley, cashier.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-07-06

The Denver Post insists that Grant
Gillett was in Denver last week, the
Kansas City stockmen to the con.
trary Notwithstanding. it Says
cater eight years Of hiding in
Mexico, Grant G. Gillett. the famous
cattle king who fed from Kansas in
November, 1898, was in Denver for
the past three days settling with bis
creditors, and has made good every
cent Of the Sl,oOC,OOO that he owed
when be became fugitive. He will
make bis home in Denver or New
York. Yesterday Sl5O,OOO WAS paid
to two Denver residents who were
caught in the crash that followed the
sudden and unexpected departure Of
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-07-06
THEY VISITED TOO MUCH.
Three AbilensitsS Talked While the
Train Left Them.

Special to the Reflector.
OAK HILL, July Three Abilene
lumbermen had an experience here
yesterday not soon to bO forgotten.
They we're aboard the southbOund
freight and took dinner here with the
trainmen. Then they visited with
the local lumberman at the depot and
talked along until suddenly one
looked up and pointed south. The
train for Abilene was out Of the yards
and going ten miles an hour. There
was some lively huStling for livery
rig and an hour later the trio was
bound for home by the overland route.
They will probably try to keep It
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-07-06
pLAHx1Na CHURCH CHANGES.
KanIas City Architect 70 Inspect
Msthodlst Structure.

An architect from Kansas City will
be here Wednesday night to inspect
the Methodist church preparatory to
improvements which are contem'
plated. It is expected that extensive
changes will be made and 1t is pOSsi-
BILE that there will be an entirely new
building.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-07-06

PARADE WAS A HUNHER
At1l:sO eams the parade. Il wss
in charge Of County. Attorney C. c.
TOWnsr and c. 3. Rugh who rode
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-07-06
Diekinson's June weather.

CHAPMAN, July s.-Dr. &. Mcshea
who keeps the weather record gives
this summary Of June weather;
Mean marimum tsmPsraturs, s7i
degrees; mean minimum temperature,
ssi degrees; highest temperature, 81
on sihi total rainfall, Al inches;
greatest rainfall. i.ss ipshss on 7s.h.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-07-06

quiet when they get home. We do
not know their names but understand
they have q lumber yard on West
Second street at Abilene between
Mulberry and Walnut.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-07-06

johnson, Mrs VIC Robinson, Mrs Bell
sauer, Miss Kathrine Towner, Miss Pearl
One cent will be charged for all 3D.
vertised letters.
Persons calling for the above will
please say advertised" giving date.
RICHARD WABIEe. P. n.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-07-06
Advertised Letters.

The following 10 the list Of un-
claimed letters remaining In the Abb.
lene postofEics for the week ending
July 2, 1905. Have your mail ad-
1ressed TO your box number and Il
will be promptly delivered;
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-07-06

and Rock Island together with the
Union PsciHs regular trains took the
crowds home at IL P. m. after jolly
Fourth
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-07-06

ahead as marshals Of the day. Then
cam ethese organizations;
1ope band.
Hope fire department.
So mon fire department.
Salina fire departm mt.
Clar Crnter fire department.
Abilene band
Aoileue fire department.
Abilene fl NIB au club.
! The line Of marcn was lined over
tie cllOw Og course with crowds
ev4rywh ie.
Form at city hall, march west on
Fifth street 10 Mulberry, south on Mul
oerrv 10 Second, meet the Concordi'
bsnd aud FIRE department, proceed east
on Second street to Cedar, north on
Cedar to Thiro, east on Third to
Buckeye, south on Bul keye to Second,
west on Second to Broadway, north
on Broadway to Citv hall.
RACES WERE GOOD ONES.
Soon after noon came 'ne f.emen's
races. They were watch d b. a big
crowd and we're very lively en- SITS.
The results were:
100 yard dry hose race--ClaY Cen
ter 1st in 21 1-5 seconds, lowering the
state record; Solomon 2ud, Hope 50
1st prize $50, 2nd $50, Sd slO.
Hook and ladder rAce-ClGy Center
1st in II AS seconds; Solomon End,
Hope Sd. lst prize $50, 2nd $50, Sd
SIS.
Solomon department received the
$25 prize for having the most men In
line in parade.
TWO LIVELY BALL GAMES.
Two ball games enIivened the day
for the lovers Of that sport. In the
morning the Shobe's Salinas colored
team, defeated the Abilene Browns by
q score OF 18 to 8. In the afternoon
Concordia and Abilene played 8 seven
inning game that was watched by 3
large crowd. The gate receipts were
5000. Score:
RHE
Concordia. ...............0111000-a 8 Q
Abilene. ene.....................23 30021 0-s 12 4
Batteries, Short and Powell ;Glles and Rent.
OTHER AMUsEMENTs.
Besides the contests there were
many amuSsmsntS going on. Charlie
Parker had a msrry-go-round that
was well patronized. he also intro
duced the Naval Battle, 9 new show
in which real ships operated BY slec-
trio current move on real water and
engage in a battle that is exciting and
lively.
The Electric Theatre was crowded
afternoon and evening.
The Campbell Specially Co. bad
"a Trip Through Abilene" consisting
ois Puzzling series Of rooms. It was
we'll patrOnizsd, the receipts being
ess.
FIREWORKS DISPLAY FINE.
At $50 the Abilene fambeau club
gave 3 drill and areworks display on
Second street that was witnessed BY
throngs that lined the streets. It
was 8 Ems display and proved again
the s1osllsnce Of the olnb in furnish
Ing the best there is to BE- had in that
lins.
! The special trains on the Santa Fs
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1905-07-06
. The out OF town organizations here

The out OF town organizations here
were.
ConcordiA fire department.
Concordia band.
Concordia ball team.
Clay Center fire department.
Hope Ere department. =
Hope band.
Solomon fire department. t.
Salina colored fire department.
Salina colorsd band.
Abilene's Fourth Of July wa agrea
success. With everything favorable
-.>from weather to owds, With clear
skies and no accidents, there Wa
nothing to hinds 40 exceptionally y
pleasing celeb S'ion ard the people
Q central Kansas seemed TO slpre'
ciate Abilene's hospitality. Not lesr
than 5000 visitors acre here from
outside che imm diste vic ni'y and
every feature Of the ng anr interest
ing program was 'arri'd out in full
Special trairs frol Hope, Herring
ton, s lima, Solomon and Concordia
were run by he Santa Fe and Rock
Island Tbe Junction City, Clay Cen
ter and Chapman people came on the
Union Pacific. Hundreds Of farmers
teams brought country people from
the country. Owing to a wsshout
north Of Concordia the Concordia train
with ball team and 6remen aboard
did not get in until 4 P. m. but the
good looking bunch that came made
things hum after its arrival.
DECORATIONS WERE MANY.
The town was handsomely deco
rated in honor Of the occasion. Every
business house was adorned with
bunting and flags and the national
colors waved at scores Of residences.
The farmers teams were decorated
with flags. Badges and banners were
numerous. One young woman wore
dress made Of red, white and blue
bunting and was easily the prize win
ner In decorative lines.
BANDS WERE BUSY.
It WAS smphatically q band day.
The Abilene band was out early and
stayed out late, playing most Of the
time. It met all trains and put in
concerts between times. The Hope
band and Salina colored band arrived
ats q. m. and the Concordia band in
the afternoon. All are tip top or
ganizations and won applause BY
their fins music. The concerts were
appreciated BY everybody. The bands
played At stands erected on Cedar,
Broadway ana o. tne regular stano -
well as entertained those ct the speak
idg. bail games, etc.
sPEAKING IN THE THEATRE.
Ths spesking was held in the See
lys theatre at 1880 3. N. The Hope
band played preceding the exercises.
The audience wsssmall, only about
so people attending. Rev. Dr.. Blay-
ney lmade the opening talk intro
duclng E. G. Little who made the
formal sddress.
PARADE WAS HUNMER.
1l:sO eAns the parade. II wAs
In charge Of County. Attorney C. c.
ToWner and c. 3. Rugh who rode
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-06-04

Suburban Lots-I have just been au- thorized to sell a block of ten lots at Cloverdale, beautifully located, in fact among the prettiest lots in this beau tiful suburb, at an exceedingly low price Here's your chance. If taken at once, I am prepared to sell two beautifully located lots on Pleasant Avenue; this Street is being rapidly built up, and values increasing correspondingly.
 am now offering a splendidly To- cated piece of vacant property, 1O0x110 on Northwest corner of Adams and Jackson Streets, at a price which will guarantee a quick sale This location Is one of the best in the city.
 Four magnificent vacant lots Tn the Finley Tract, corner Carter Hill and Woodley Roads; fine shade trees, plen- ty of room; an ideal location fer su- burban homes.
 Vacant Lots-I am now prepared to offer some strictly high class build ing lots on Pleasant Avenue. Virginia Avenue, Amanda Street, Perry Street, Burton Avenue, High Street and other equally good locations. Good vacant lots are getting scarce, and 1t will pay you to investigate the good ones I am offering.
 Suburban Cottage.-On Summit Street. at Highland Park, I have an up-to-date five-room cottage. Of ideal
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-06-04

There has been more activity in real estate in and around Montgomery dur ing the past six months than ever be- fore in it's history. More inquiries have been received from out-of-town people who desire to buy homes and locate business enterprises than ever before. Our own people are just walk ing to the fact that Montgomery is growing rapidly and will be city of 100000 people in a few years. Dwell- ings are being built at the rate of 800 a year, which will exhaust all vacant lots, even those in the suburbs, in a few years. Invest money in any part of the city, and you will not only be safe but are sure to make more than s per cent. net on your money.
 CIOverdaIe-Quite number of sales have been made at Cloverdale during the past week; elegant homes will be built, in this, the most attractive su- burb of the city. We have just com pleted the East Cloverdale addition. and quite number of these lots have been sold. Every inducement will be offered parties who desire to build splendid residences, and care will be taken that the lots are sold only to best class of people. and sold only to white people The prices range from $200 to $4O0 per lot, on payments to suit pur- chasers.
 Lee Street Business PrOperty-$9,oOO
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-06-04
Fl. c. DAVIDSON. REAL ESTATE AND INSURANCE.

construction, built for a home, corner lot 1O0x150 feet, to alley in rear. Very easy terms can be arranged. Fine fruit trees and flower garden.
 Dexter Avenue property.-A fire lot 50x160 feet, on Dexter Avenue, close in, with S-room dwelling, can be had at low price. Owner lives out of city and Is anxious to sell.
 The renting season will soon be at hand; I already have number of first class parties who want houses in good locations for the coming season. and are willing to pay good rents for same. If you have a piece of property which you wish to rent to good advantage, let me list same.
 For Rent.-Splendidly located store under the Windsor Hotel, suitable for most any kind of business.
 On Hull Street, a large two-story dwelling, nine rooms, bath rooms. closets, stable and modern conven- fences, the lot is large, and the loca- ton Is one of the best in the city, if you want a good home. I would like to tell you of this.
 On Washington Street, right in the heart of the city, l offer valuable piece of property at prica that should sell it, you can make a good profit on the investment, and pays d nice interest on the investment now. This Is too good an opportunity to let slip.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-06-04
Activity in
 Real Estate.

will buy lot on north side of Lee Street, near Bibb; lot 50x15O. This is $1,000 less than any lot of same size on this street can be bought for. By putting a $S.000 building on this property we have tenant who will rent for five years at $l.200 a year. We know of no other business property in the city equal to this. Before expiration of lease the property will double in value.
 Perry Street DwelIing-We have seyen-room dwelling on South Perry Street which we can sell for $3,- 250. It is splendidly located just south of the infirmary, and can be sold on terms to suit purchaser.
 Fifth Ward LOt-We have a lot BOX 150, well located in Fifth Ward, with an old foIr-room house on it. We can sell this property for $1,500-the lot without the house is worth 1t.
 Hammer Hall PrOperty-We have a broom house on Holt Street, near Ham, ner Hall, $1,500. Will loan $1,000 on this property if purchaser desires to carry loan on it. Lot 50X140.
 Insurance-Fire insurance written by us in best companies. We solicit a share of your business.
 Money to LOan-We are prepared to loan on first-class real estate security at lowest rates offered; prompt atten- tion to loans.
 BOnds--Surety bonds of every char. acter written in our office. No delay.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-06-04

Maybe you would like to have better do so because you cant afford to get the new one until you get rid of the old one We in a position to take this trouble off your hands. there are several very nice places that we have that We arc authorized to trade. Then again, we have at present a strong inquiry and We may have right somebody who would buy your house this week If he knew yours was for sale.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-06-04

We this week made a settlement of A New York Life Insurance policy that ps i'd the insured's widow the face of the policy and a neat balance after paying off a con siderable loan which was borrowed on the in the New York Life that will pay your widow the amount you insured for and besides all the money you pay into the company. Next year your health may not be such would entitle you to such a policy. Send us your address and age and we will mail you the information as to cost of a policy like this for yourself.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-06-04

THE REAL "STUFF' in a man shows when ne loSee hiE Job. One man Is panic stricken and regales his friends with his misfortune Another. through timely advertising, secures a better position before his last day in the old one comes around
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-06-04

We control a piece of property in the suburbs that can be bought for a very low price. We feel satisfied beyond A loubt that if you buy this property now. in a very short time you will make an increase of so per cent We very strongly recom- any one.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-06-04
ZIRkLE & MOORE. Real Estate, Insurance and Loans.

SINCE Eve ate apples much depends on dinner" And so your boarding house is important to you If 1t Is not all that 1t should be. advertise for another-and choose fro mamong all the best places in the city.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-06-04

We have three houses and lots for sale on Day street near Holt for $1,s0o. This prop ertX rents for more than $20o. It is 8 kind of an investment Is rather hard to get now-a -a-days-especially in property as well located for renting this.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-06-04

able investment, We have one that will be safe and profitable and beside give you an opportunity of a large profit besides your interest. You can get a lease that will be absolutely guaranteed for five years,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-06-04

you may not be carrying as louch insrrance as you need if a fire gets close to you We represent only the best and strongest prompt. fair and honorable settlements.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-06-04
lvey Bros. Realty Co.
 I4 s. Perry St.
Hotel for Rent.

We are authorized to offer the Elem. ing Hotel for rent; this hotel is Ioca- ted In the centre of the business dis trict' and commands a fine commercial trade. Phone or write US about it at once.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-06-04
INSURANCE, BONDS,
 REAL ESTATE.

For Snle-Lot 90 feet on Jefferson Davis Avenue by 150 feet on Holcombe, with store house on 1t. rented for S17.50 per month, can be had this week for $l.950. Property in this section is gilt edged and bound to increase in value.
 For Rent-A four-room cottage home on Gordon Street. just north of Bell, in block of car line: splendid neighbor- hood, city water, room for garden; price $S.a0 per month.
 For SnIe--Two lots in Bel Air, on car line, one block from Forest Avenue, 6oXl 40. each on corner: price SS5O for the two if sold this week.
 I have S1,soO to lend on first mort gage real estate security.
 Fire insurance. accident insurance. health insurance, residence burglary in surance, bankers burglary insurance, steam boiler insurance, fly wheel insur- ance, employers liability insurance, el- eNator insurance, plate glass insurance. physicians liability insurance. Fidelity insurance; bonds of every kind.
 In return for your patronage I pledge unceasing attention to your interests.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-06-04
Chandler & Powell,
 Real Estate and Insurance Agents.

FOR SALE-Ten acres of land, loca- ted in the Southern portion of the city One mile and a quarter from Big Basin
 This is a safe investment. with good future.
 FOR SALE-An elegant two story, nine room house on South Hull Street. New and modern in every respect. Cabinet mantels. gas. electric lights, water works and sanitary connections. Large stable and barn. Lot 5Ox150. FOR SALE-We have on Highland Avenue. nice room up-to-date cot tage. Lot 5Ox160 with fifteen foot al Iley. Stable, barn. etc. This is a gen. uine bargain and can be bought for a cash payment of $500, balance in two years. Price $1,4O0.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-06-04
Fire md Life Insurance

We write fire and life insurance. and make all kinds of bonds at lowest rates.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-06-04
Property Ownera.

Parties having dwellings for rent would do well to place them with us: we make q speciality of renting houses and will get for you the best class of tenants. Send us a list of what you have and we will do the balance.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-06-04
FARM.

An excellent 5OO-acre farm within three miles of the city on gravel road. two bored wells, well improved good pasture and nice orchard. This beautiful farm for $35 per acre.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-06-04

Near the Central Railroad and the Brew cry have for sale a corner lot that will be tip-top stand for a store.