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Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27
Preliminary Hearing June 10th

The preliminary hearing Of Sam Bitter.
the man held on the charge of murder
ing Mrs. Susan Rosenberger near Beln-
dere May 9th, is set for June 10th. It
will be held at Greensburg. Kiowa coun-
ty, according to presen. plans. Bitter is
now In jail at Hutchinson. AS Stated
last week, it was necessary for the sheriff
OF kiowa county to take him there to
prevent a lynching. He denies the crime
but does not attempt to explain away the
circumstances that point so strongly toward
his guilt. Aside from the peculiar notch
in the hoof Of the horse Bitler rode that
afternoon which corresponds with the
hoot track at the scene of the murder,
there are number Of other strong cir
cumstances against him. His horse an
swers the description of the horse seen
ridden on the road travelled by Mrs.
Rosenberger when she left Belvidere for
home. his revolver 81 caliber-is the
same size and kind used in the shooting,
the horse was tracked to his own home
and the husband Of the murdered woman
saw man riding gray horse pass the
school house on the road leading to Bel
Wdere and this rider would have met
Mrs. Rosenberger near the place Of the
murder just about the time it Happened
according to what the fishermen say con-
cerning the time the three shots were
fired. The officers Of Kiowa county saw
there is no doubt about their having the
right man.
Bitter is a son Of banker at Eureka,
Kansas. His parents, brothers and Sis
tiers are all excellent people, are among
the most highly respected in Greenwood
county. but the accused has been con-
nected with crime before, it is said. Ac-
cording to those who have looked up his
record, he burglarized a store IN Okla
homa and in attempting to get away stole
horse. He also attempted to assault
girl II years Of age at Eureka and was
accused with being an accomplice to
holding up citizen in his neighborhood
with intent to commit robbery. On ac-
count Of the standing Of the family he
was gotten out Of all these difficulties,
which again proves that it doesn't pay to
excuse crime no matter by whom COM
mitted.
We have heard it inimated that the
defense will be insanity.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27
A Theory Exploded

1t is often said that there is a tide Of
public sentiment sweeping over the coun-
try that makes it impossible for railroads
to get justice either IN the courts or at
the bar Of public opinion. This theory
has been widely published BY the rail-
road organs and emanates from the rail-
roads themselves. 1t is, however, with
out proof or reason. There is a case in
point night here at home. E. T. Chance
OF this city had damage case against the
A. I. & S. F. Ry. Co. in the district
court here last week. The company, by
reason Of destroying embankments on Elm
creek IN constructing bridge and track
across his farm, diverted the water out
OF its proper channel through MI. Chances
farm. On account of this, Mr.. Chance
lost about 80 acres of corn from floods
last year, two large ponds Of living water
were destroyed and ten acres Of land
were so thoroughly washed and covered
with sand that it will cost the price Of the
land to again fertiize it. For all Of this
Damage, the jury allowed MIR. Chance
$40O.
This is not related as a criticism on the
Jury, but merely to refute the argument
that railroads can not get Justice. The
verdict plainly shows that the jury was
careful to guard against the claim that a
railroad can not get justice" and for that
reason. probably, gave the defendant
company the benefit Of every doubt.
The company has given notice Of an ap-
peal, which shows that it is not willing to
abide by the jury's judgment, as favor
able as it was. and we submit that instead
Of the Santa Fe being the injured party,
MIR. Chance is the one who is the loser.
In this case, as in all others that have
come to our notice, the railroads have
gotten all, and more, that was coming.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27
Booze" Confiseated

Sheriff Kidd burned the whiskey, wine
and beer that has been in custody in the
jail so long, last Wednesday. The wet
goods belonged to John Mofatt, an ex-
Hazelton jointist. Last year Sheriff Nc
Cracker and County Attorney Cloud
made a raid on MoGaH. captured the
goods and arrested him. When the case
came on for trial some months later it
developed that the lots on which the
business was conducted were misdescrib-
ed and Mofatt was released. Before a
new action was brought he had found
other and more congenial climes. The
liquors were ordered held by the county
attorney to be used as evidence should
Mo&att return, but since he ha: kept
away for this long time an application
was made to destroy the mtoxicants and
Judge Gilett made the order.
There were fifteen cases Of beer, r,about
ten gallons Of whiskey and few jugs Of
wine and brandy. 1t was the FIRST liquor
destruction IN Barber county since the
destruction Of Putnam Hill'.> Fourth Of
July shipment about eleven or twelve
years age, but the lamentations on this
occasion were not so numerous nor 50
radical. Sentiment is different now from
what it was then.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27
Decoration Day Dinner


The ladies Of the Cemetery Associa.
ton will serve dinner to the public ON
Decoration Day, May 30th, at their
rooms on north Main street. The pro-
ceeds go toward the new fence for the
cemetery.
Committees have been appointed to
solicit for food in the city and surround
ing country. Parties wishing to donate
money to the fence fund can do so the
day Of the dinner. The money will be
taken at ticket Office. The members of
the association will have a call meeting at
their rooms Wednesday morning, MAY
9th. at $50. Every member must be
present. Sec'y.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27
Gene to Her Reward

Sarah E. Ross, wife Of Chas. M. Ross
died at her home in this city on Friday
May p. 1908. at | o'clock p. m. Mrs
Ross had been sick several months and
for the past month all hope for her recov-
cry was abandoned. The principal cause
Of her sickness was stomach trouble.
The funeral was held at the residence
Saturday afternoon. conducted by Rev.
w. H. Moore,pastor Of the NJ. E. church
Ms=Rcss ~ss IS yesrs. 2 month,
and n days Of age. She is survived
by husband. son and a daughter.
Her son, Orlie Ross, is now in Canada
and could not be here to attend the fun
eral. Her daughter, Mrs. Nellie Eng
Gsh, Of Lake City, has been with he1
during her late illaess and was much com.
fort and assistance to her and the aggriev-
ed father and husband. Mr.. and Mrs.
Ross were the parents Of three other
children, all Of whom died in their early
childhood.
Another kindly. christian, neighbody
woman has gone from among us and
while she will be sadly missed, the mem.
ory Of her manifold good deeds will come
as healing balm to those who mourn
To the husband, son and daughter
thus bereft,many friends extend profound
est sympathy.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27
A Doubtful Compliment

A city employe Of more than ordinary
prominence and. by the way, a good
Judge Of humanity, has sized up the Med
icine Lodge editors substantially IN this
manner He says there is nothing bad
about the Cresset editor except his poll
ics. and nothing good about the Index ed
itor except his politics. We have not tried
to discover how our brother in distress
feels about il, but speaking for ourselves,
we would be grateful # some kind friend
would tell u. whether we shall accept
this token as boquet or as a lemon.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27
KOELLER-MOUNSEY

Mr.. Henry Koeller Of DeSoto. Kan
sas, and Miss Eva Mounsey Of this city
were married by Rev. w. H, Moore
at the Methodist Episcopal church at 8
O'Clock Wednesday evening, May 20,
1908.
AT the appointed hour Miss Nellie
Wright took her place at the piano and
played Mendelssohn's wedding march
and the bridal party entered and march
ed down the aisle and were met at the
altar by Rev. Moore who in a very
pleasing manner proclaimed them man
and wife. The groom was supported by
Mr.. George MetcaRe. best man, and
Miss Fannie Mounsey, the bnde's sister,
was bridesmaid.
The brides wedding gown was oI
China silk. She wore an elaborate BRIDE
veil and a head wreath Of rose.
and smilax. carrying pink and white car
nations. The groom was attired in the
prevailing black.
The church decorations were roses
femS, smllax and carnations.
Following the ceremonies at the church
the bndal party, relatives and invited
guests repaired to the home ofthe bnde's
parents on Walnut street where an elab-
orate dinner was served. Our reporter
says that it IS not possible to de this feaA
justice but suffice it to say that il was one
OF the best banquets ever spread in Med
icine Lodge. and the guests partook Of i
with great relish and enjoyment. Anice
social hour was spent following the Dime,
and al departed showerins blessing. OF
the happy couple.
Mr.. koeler Is an extensive asricultur-
aEst Of DeSoto and owns a large potuas
farm N the Kaw Valley. He Is reputee
] as beng . young man Of exceptional
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27
A Petition for Every Candidate

County CLERK Ireland is having con-
siderable trouble in getting township can
didates Slaughtered out on the new pri-
mary law. Several have sent in nominat-
ing petitions bearing the names Of candi-
dates for the various Offices on one blank.
Such petitions cannot be filed. Every
candidate must have separate petition
signed by not less than three per cent
nor more than ten per cent Of the party
vote IN such township based on the vote
Of 1906 for secretary Of state. Unless
these provisions are complied with the
names Of candidates cannot be printed
on the primary ballot. Petitions must be
on 6le IN the county clerks Office no.
later than June 18th.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27
0utwitted the Santa Fe

Ed Putnam. the genial representative
Of the Loose-Wiles Company. who
makes" this town every thirty days, has
one on the Santa Fe. He made" this
territory last Thursday. When the train
got to Sharon he worked the town
thoroughly, took several order. and after
concluding that there were no prospects
Of getting over to Medicine Lodge by
rail. hired livery rig and beat the train
IN, one hour. The distance between
Sharon and Medicine Lodge IS ten miles.
There IS no telling how badly the Santa
Fe would have been beaten, had Put
man gone IN for a real race.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27
Cupid's Triumphs
LAUGHEAD-RANKIN


Mr.. George E. Laughead of Dodge,
City, Kansas, and Miss Jessie A. Rankin
Of this city were united in marriage at the
home of the brides parents Tuesday,
May lo. 1908, at 8 o'clock p. m. Rev.
II. c. Duckett, pastor Of the Presbyterian
church, performed the ceremony.
The invited guests were limited to rel
atives and few intimate friends. The
ceremony, though simple, was very beauti-
full and impressive. The bride was be-
coming y attired in wedding gown of
silk null over pale blue tafeta and car
ried pink and cream roses. The groom
wore the conventional black. Mr.. H.
I. Burr, Of Wichita, an intimate friend Of
the groom, ohciated in the capacity Of
bea man, and Miss Ethel Smith of this
city was bridesmaid. The rooms were
decorated in pink and white.
Mr.. Laughead is connected with the
National Bank Of Commerce at Dodge
City. He chose banking as his avoca-
ton in life after completing his education
and has worked with different banks in
different Kansas cities. At different In
tervals he has been with the Citizens
State Bank in this city and in that posi-
ton has cultivated the acquaintance and
friendship Of many Barber county people
who have high regard for him. His
worth as man and his extraordinary
business ability equip HIM admirably for
the new relation in life he has Just assum-
ed.
Without undertaking. the merit Of
other Medicine Lodge young ladies, it is
not Aattery to say that Mrs. Laughead,
whom everybody in Medicine Lodge
will pleasantly remember as Jessie Rank
in, was one Of the most popular and be-
loved girls that ever lived in the city.
Her charming nature, which includes
most pleasant disposition, friendliness,
courtesy. kindlness and beauty-beauty
in feature and beauty in character
combine to forever endear her to the
hearts Of those among whom she has been
associated since her early childhood.
Miss Jessie is the elder daughter Of Mr..
and Mrs. c. H. Rankin. She was brought
up in this city and hence is known to ev-
erybody in the city and community.
When the telephone system was first in
stalled in the city she became the opera
tor and it was in this position, probably
more than any other, that she won the
admiration Of the people. She was most
painstaking, obiging and courteous opera
tor and time after time has put every bus
mess man in the city under obligations to
her for the personal sacrifices made to
accommodate them. Her efficiency as
an operator was matter Of comment on
every hand and it was regretted by ev-
erybody when she retired. After re-
signing this position, she took a clerkship
with Richardson & Longman where she
renamed until her marriage.
With the kindly wishes and express
sions Of esteem that follow Mr.. and Mrs.
Laughead to their home at Dodge City,
there is also commingling of regret be-
cause Of the fact that Medicine Lodge
loses one Of her farest daughters; but IN
whatever cline they may be called they
may always be assured that they have
with them the constant good will Of their
Medicine Lodge friends.
MIR. and Mrs. Laughead departed for
Dodge City on Thursday morning.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27
Senisrs Give Reception

The B. c. H. S. Seniors will give a
reception at the High School building IN
this city at $50 this evening. Numerous
invitations have been issued. q splendid
program prepared. Refreshments viii be
served and q nice time IS anticipated.
This IS a new departure m graduation
6es6M6es and i S an innovation worthy
Of encowaeement.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27

On the face Of the census returns both
Medicine Lodge and kiowa show
small loss in population this year. Med
icine Lodge shows population Of 1860
IN 1908 against | l3l m 1907. kiowa
shows olO in 1908 against 1911 m
1907. 1t is almost impossible for enumer-
ators to LIST all the inhabitants under the
most favorable circumstances and this
year. especially. when so many addition
al duties are imposed on assessors It is
very likely that many people were not
listed IN the enumeration. In Medicine
Lodge It happens that much Of the land
IN places close IN to the central portion Of
the city are not IN the city limits
at al. Assessor Stout has been care
ful to exclude these from the censss re-
pors although they are m fad citizens Of
Medicine Lodge. for they are much
closes 10 the business center Of the town
than many others who @e listed. Count
ing these people and these who have
moved to the city sl,ce March Ist he
population Is close to 1900.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27

Miss Edna Rule Of Springfield, Mo-,
arrived IN the city Saturday night to visit
with her grandparents. Vim. Rule and
wife. and her aunts, Mesdames ]. A.
Far and D. S. Jones.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27

Our idea Of good political joke would
be to see Sam Grfhn WIN the nonina-
ion for representative with the four re-
publican papers N the county supporting
his opponent, VIM. Cesn~.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27

Dr.. Hardin Gilbert returned from
Grayson, Kentucky, the latter part Of
laa week. He had been there to ship
his household goods. Hi. car arrived
the FIRST Of this week and the family will
be here next Tuesday, they having
Stopped enroute for a weeks visit. Dr..
Gilbert and family will occupy E. C.
Aspey's beautiful home on Kansas ave-
nue. west.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27

One Of the incest and best modem
houses IN any town in southern Kansas
will be w. L. Parsons new house in
this city when completed. 1t will not
be as large house as many, but for
convenience, durability and attractive
ness it will be hard to excel.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27

Port E. Unser won the gentIeman's
favor and Mrs. L. D. Sparks the lady's.
at the Whist Club Friday night. The
Club was entertained at the home Of Mr..
and Mrs. S. |. Field.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27

Al Odd Fellows are requested to
meet At the hall on Saturday, at 10
O'Clock sharp to JON m the march to the
cemetery.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27
Common School Graduates

County Superintendent Thomas has
completed the grading of papers of pupils
outside Of Medicine Lodge and Kiowa
cities. who have taken the common school
examinations and the following have re-
ceived diplomas:
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27


Name P.O.
Iva Axtell, Meiicine Lodge
Orrin Ash,
Anna Ash,
Harry Ash. IS
Elizabeth Duncan"
LeaOtta Ellison,
Anna Manley.
John Parker,
J. Warren,
Blanche Campbell. Lake City
Freda Elsea.
BERTHE McGrath. Lasswen
Edyth Albright, Kiowa
Ella Reynolds. Hazelton
Bertha Nhitton. Klowa
Belle Groendycke, Kiowa
Allison Strauderman, Sawyer
Cora Housinger. Sharon
Dora Ellis,
Nellie Barnett,
Vera Smith,
Jewell Rule.
Elsie Porter,
Bessie MCGUIRE, /"
Truda Newsom,
Fred Whalin,
Chauncey McReynolds, "
Ruby Cole,
Gail Cromwell, Hazelton.
Earl Martin,
Anna Burns,
Charley Stout, I"
Christa Landreth, &"
Maymie Burnett.
Nellie Hall,
Ernest Rakins,
j. Eastman,
Minnie Mode, Sun City
Josie Meaders.
Abbie Clawson. &c
Fidella MCGUIRE. Isabel
Ethel Huitt,
Edgarita Lanning,
Mabel Mcclure, 9.
Fannie Kendall, Nashville
William Iford,
Clarence Virgins,
Anna Bond, Lake City
Warner Pfaf. Hazeltou
Roscoe Elliott. Medicine Lodge
e. B. Galloway. "
Cal Parr,
Fay Shamberger. g
The pupils Of the Eighth grade
Medicine Lodge and kiowa who tot
the examination will know their fate Il
latter part of this week. Several fro
country districts have also taken the e
aminations with the city. pupils aqd Il
total Of graduates, when finally summe
up, will be not far from 80.
The county graduating exercises W
be held at the opera house in this ci
Tuesday night. June 9th. State Supe
Fanchild has been secured
make the class address. Complete pr
gram will be announced later.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27

Judge Garrison issued marriage license
on Sunday to {. A. Harper and Ella
M. Crane. both Of kiowa. They were
marned at kiowa on Monday.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1908-05-27

Invitations have been issued for the
marriage Of Miss MAZDA Finger Of this
city and Mr. L. E. Raymond Of Doug
lass, Kansas. The ceremony will take
place at the home Of the bnde's parents.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. F. Finger. at ] o. clock
Wednesday morning, June 3rd.-Saw-
yer News.
Devils Lake inter-ocean and Devils Lake free press. (Devils Lake, Ramsey County, N.D.) 1905-1909, 1908-06-19
Circus Corl1irlq

When Gollmer Bros Shows were ex-
hibiting through the, eastern states
last summer the following was ac-
tually heard in the big tent: d A typical
looking old New England couple, who,
after seeing the wonders 4 in the me-
nagerfe tent, wandered into the big
main circus tent. As soon as the old
man, caught sight Of the curbed or
wooden. rings he exclaimed, well I'll
be burned. if them ere circus rings
hain't made*uv rubber!H 'They hain't
nuther, replied the old: lady55in an in
stant, them'si jist the samet kinds euv
rings as alus unly they've got wooden
fences round EN-" Just about that
time the old man discovered that they
were standing on the ippodrome
track, nudged the old lady and said,
Come on Mand dys let's git a seat, dunt
iyer see we're q: standin' On the race
course. t"aTher yew go agin, alus q
ICd1llu Lluu6S Wy. IACAA, .WAOn6 Ac1A4CS,
Lam their right behind yer STAINS Joel
and Hannah Parkins and il they heard
what yer sed they'd so an tatt1e it all
l'round: til = neighborh !" replied the
|old lady. ssThet' 5 what they cali II
at th' county fair" said the old man.
asilas 9Jaso z" replied the old lady,
/ "'yere haint ter tfl' county fair now,
we're at Gollmar Bros !; circus an dun't
1ferget to remember that this ere rud:
/ way Is what the shoWme call the hip.
fpopot otamus track. & The old couple
realized that a big organization like
Gollmar Bros. would not be complete
without the hippo odrome races. You
viii have q good opportunity to see
Iexisting, chariot races, Roman stand
ling races and many other trials Of
speed by man and beast when Col:
4 lmar Bros: y Greatest !, Of 8 American
shows all feature triple circus, gigantic
ilmenagerie and Roman hippo odrome
appear here June q nth. :.2#s=:
Devils Lake inter-ocean and Devils Lake free press. (Devils Lake, Ramsey County, N.D.) 1905-1909, 1908-06-19

Chicago, June lit was announced
at the North Dakota headquarters at
the Majestic hotel today that the dele
cation was solid for the anti-injunction
plank in the platform over which the
real battel in the convention is being
waged today. Judson LaMoure OF
Pembina is member Of the resolution
committee. The delegation is solidly
lined up for Taft and according to its
members will vote In the "administra-
tion column" On all ballots. There 10
absolutely no chance for break In
our ranks" said c. J. Lord, one Of the
delegates today. North Dakota al
ways stands together and we will be
with Taft and the administration ala
the time" e. A. Hughes of Bismarck
has been placed In charge of the head
| quarters.
The vice presidential situation has
| practically been lost sight Of in the
battle for the anti-injunction plank,
the opposing forces being led by "Un-
Gle Joe" Cannon of Illinois. 1t is prob
able that the only bitter fight on the
| floor Of the convention will materialize
when the plank Is submitted to the
convention. Despite the fact that ala
of the leaders are looking for des-
perate fight on the floor over this
plank, it became known today thae
there is a possibility of compromise
Efforts are being made to bring both
sides together on an injunction plank
fairly acceptable to both Sides"