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Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1909-02-11
lincoln Stamps Here.

The local postOffice today received
4 consignment Of special Abraham
Lincoln stamps. These stamps are
special issue cOmlnemorating the
one hundredth anniversary Of the
birth Of Abraham Lincoln. They are
only Of the two cent denomination.
The color is bright red, as that OF the
ordinary two cent stamp. Instead OF
George Washington's profile there is
that Of Abraham, Lincoln. These
stamps will be placed on sale Friday
Lincoln day, and will be sold until
the supply is exhausted. The issue
is only temporary and will not be re-
peated,
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1909-02-11
OUR SPECIAL MARKET LETTER

Notes on this weeks Kansas City stock
market written for the REFLECTOR byJ. x
Van Worst OF the M. K. & 7. Commits
sion Coz
KANSAS CRY, Feb. 10.-The re-
ceipts of live stock at this market for
the past two days has been rather
heavy and the market has been I'M
even.
The heavy, export steers are in
weak demand and they have suffered
a decline in prices the past few days
while the lighter weights and all
kinds Of good butcher stuff Is in
strong demand and market is very
active at higher prices.
There has been q very heavy rur
Of heavy stockers and feeders on thu
market and prices are considerably
lower than last week. The yards ar
filled up with them now and we neet
glenty Of buyers for this kind.
The supply Of hogs has been fairly
heavylbut demand has been veal
aud prices are 5 to 100 lower thar
last weeks close but we expect to se'
light supply and higher prices tn
balance OF this week. Quality hal
been extremely good.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1909-02-11
}. Come and represent your birth
Is a Good Show.

Mason and Mason, in the screaming
farce, Rudolph and Adolph" comes
to the seelye theatre on Saturday eve
ming, Feb. 18th. 1t is play that
provokes genuine and hearty laugh
ter. Its situations are extremely
humorous and its lines are bright and
genuinely witty. The story that fur
nishes the ground for the play Is
quite simple but there is not dull
moment from the opening scene to
the fall Of the curtain. Hines and
Remington, the vaudeville stars both
play an important role in the piece
and are an addition to the cast. Dur
ing the action Of the piece number
Of Broadway songs will be introduced
Prices 26c to $1.OO. Tickets on sale
at the usual place.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1909-02-11
Resolutions.

M. W. A. camp No. $50 has adopted
these resolutions:
Whereas, 1t has pleased the Al
mighty to call from our midst Neigh
Dor Swisher, who has SO faithfully at
tended and obeyed the rules and reg
ulations Of the fraternal order of!the
Modern Woodmen Of America, camp
No. 859,
Be it resolved, That this camp ex-
tends It's heartfelt sympathy to the
bereaved family Of our neighbor'
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1909-02-11
Fire Teams First Run.

The explosion Of a gasoline stove
at G. W. Hurd's called out the fire
department at Sp. m. and the new
teams first run was made. 1t was a
swift one aud the engine and hose
we're ready for businessin quick time
Water pressure was ready and the fire
was soon out.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1909-02-11

The biggest wolf hunt Of the sea-
son will be pulled of Feb. % south
west Of town. The lines start at the
river and mile east Of Acme taking
In about 80 sections. Round up ct
noon II miles west and ! mile south
Of Acme. Every hunter is warned to
obey the game laws as deputies will
be on hand.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1909-02-11
Report Of Liberty Center.

District 1O1 for menth ending Jan.
30: Number enrolled 20; average at
tendance 1s. Those neither absent
nor tardy: Carl KnoPP. Elba, Gil
bert, Walter, johnnie and Esther
Timm, William and Harvey Hetten-
bach, Clifford Kugler, Lillian and
Viola Dueker, Charles and Lima
Shippy. Mildred E. Ross, teacher.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1909-02-11
Have a Fine Shop.

W. t. Gray and G. E. Sanford have
opened barbershoP under Shearer's
shoe store. The fittings throughout
have Just been put I'M they are brand
new and consist Of the most up-to-
date furnishings. The new firm ia
composed Of two Of Abilene's best
tonsorial artists and will succeed.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1909-02-11
Evening Meeting Of L. L. L.

The annual evening meeting of the
L. L. L. will be held at the home OF
Mrs. Kirby on Friday evening, Feb
70, ats O'Clock. To this the members
and husbands are invited. The year
book committee has prepared a "sur'
priser program for the occasion.
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For Sale.

5 roomed cottage liz South Second
street, Abilene, Kas. VIII sell cheap
II taken at once. Write Mrs. L. A.
Chase, Lawton, Okla. zS-u
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Nv, Rlwiek, Spruce street. OPP henec'of'
rhona ~. pays the following,


fpncaa for creamery cftssf ~, 49, -,
nA-af for week ending p9.l. 49,. 49, -
ro1rfr rrice ~ re1tl lee tnan NeF AeH-
AZ SI esa,s isis iS,1 ohieasol
Ktrs,s orr -Eaney 'spareior Slci
', 6s1. = g 81 sel salrs. 2
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1909-02-11
Farm for Sale.

A good farm for sale Of 22O acres
for ten days. II not sold in ten days
then for rent At easy terms. Call on
II. II. Tobias, Abilene. 4 tScA
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1909-02-11
RESOURCES.

RESOURCES.
Loans and discounts. .$252,246 %
Real estate, Furniture and i
fixtures. ~. 500 S'oVV "
U. S. bonds. .S71,9 1868 20
Other bonds
and Securities $4S,2oO 90
Cash and sight -. 90 80
exchange .$151, 76l 12-266. 92g "
Total. 800. !. $52s,e75 Al
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1909-02-11
Generous Reductions
IN Picture Prices

.,,4h heo;r.
FOR one nlon'n oes"
ming February hrst ana -
ending March first, ] will
make the following reduc-
tons in photographs
! NJ, 40 Il
caOlne.s-4 y W " t ,,a :. %
Ca0ine.s ~ 90 60 s A T. 5 90
CaDinets 90 90 kind at $50
Family Groups at $12 to $ls for 50 90
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1909-02-11

Open buggy and bicycle for sale
inquire of Joe Crydermsn.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1909-02-11
Local Markets.

eerain markets. corrected every ThursdA,
morning b. Abilene Milling %.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1909-02-11
CONDENSED STATEMENT OF
The Abilene National Bank,
Attic close Of business Feb 5th, 1909.
DESIGNATED DEposIrARY OF THE UNITED STATES
LIARILITIES.

LIABILITIES.
Capital stock u. h; oO'oOo w
Surplus and undivided
circulation ....m.. 10000 90
Deposits ........-.. 4O2,S7O 81
Total ~. 1879 sSSS'o'o =
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1909-02-11

"The Name is the Guarantee"
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
MESA DEPARTMENT

announces that the management of this paper has decided to present the gold medal for debating. The medal has been ordered and will be ready for inspection within short time. IL is to be neat heavy design. with the name of the school. the name of the winner and date to be inscribed there- or.
 The purpose of these medals is to inspire the pupils with desire to study and work in the lines of public speaking and to think out questions which would otherwise be considered as hard work. which if there is an ob- ject in view will become pleasure Professor Robertson is very much in terested in the work of the two so- cieties. and while there is rivalry and competition. il is of a friendly kind and the pranks which are played are of an innocent kind. which but stimu- lates the pupils to greater effort in their work.
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
THE JOLLY DOZEN.
 HAVE THEIR flING
The Weekly Meeting oS Fun Loving
 Organ.kation

The Jolly Dozen me; with Mir and Mrs. Will Marian Wednesday night for their weekly game of cards and evenings pleasure. The. members re- port one of the most pleasant evenings of this season. and when the hospital ity of the hosts is considered it is not to be wondered at. Mrs. Marian surprised the ladies with a lovely hand embroidered apron which she had made for the first prize, which was won by Mrs. B. G. Lyda. Miss Elsie Jones was consoled with little tin plate with numbers and A. B.. Cs. on it. A. A. Jones won the gentleman's first prize and B. G. Lyda won the consolation. A delicious supper was served late in the evening. and it was in the early morning before the guests departed. Including the host and hostess the players were MT. and Mrs. A. A. Jones. Mir. and Mrs. B. G. Lyda. Mir and Mrs. C. l.. Williamson, MT. and Mrs. w. F. VanMeter and the Misses Elsie and Mertie Jones.
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
ENTRIES FOR THE TRACK MEET
 AT TEMPE

The boys of the Mesa high school are in fine trim for the meet to be held in Tempe Saturday with the Tempe High. The entries are not quite complete but those which have been settled are given following: 100 yards. Ernie Williams and Howard Peterson; 220 yards. Ernie Williams and Ben Riggs; quarter mile. B. Riggs: haif mile. Joseph Morris; one mile. Col lins Jones. B. Riggs. s. Davis; low hurdles. Walter Longmore. Rollie Pomeroy; high jump. s. Davis and Jim Vance; broad jump. H. Peterson and & Davis; pole vault. s. Davis and H. Peterson: shot put. Leo Cuber; hammer throwing. l.. Cuber. W. Peter son: discus. Collins Jones: relay race, T. F.. Williams, H. Peterson and B. Riggs.
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
COMPANY TO COINCIDE THIS.

In each and every case where SeNine Pills do not bring back your strength and steady nerves 10 any man or woman who has used six boxes. the company will either give without additional cost-six boxes more for more prolonged treatment. or will refund your five dollars. The com pany has been doing this for years anl still does so. without quibble or red tape. Besides they do not want you to hesitate to send in your claim if neoes- sary. Elvey & Hulett endorse every word of this
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
L. B. JOHNSON BUYS A BUICK

l.. R. Johnson is busy man and yesterday was kicking because he was not several people. for he wanted to be in a dozen places' at once. J. l.. Waring came along about this time. and Mir. Johnson said. If I could find the man who sold Dr. Palmer his car l would buy one this minute" Want to buy a car?'' inquired Mir. Waring. then he sprinted up the street and the first thing MT. Johnson knew M. C.. Johnson was in front of the commis- sion house with Buick automobile. To make a long story short l.. B. pur- chased it. Because" he said. while the name of the man is the same, he is no relation, but he looks pretty good. and so does the machine. l can't run the thing. never touched one in my life. but I will" And he will too.
 This is the third Buick bought In Mesa within the past ten days. First pr. Palmer. then J. T. Vance and now L. E. Johnson.
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
GETTING READY FOR HIS WIFE

C. F.. Angulo. the popular man with the Ladies' Toggerv. is wearing one big broad smile. and the reason for the illnminated countenance is that his wife and children will be here about Sunday. Now there are not many of MT. Angulo's friends who know he is married. but that he is is attested by the pictures he carries in his pocket book and the long letters he receives and writes every day. He has the stoves up in Mrs. Felton's house. which he has leased. and the wood all laid ready to start provisions are or dered. and it is said he is even pre- pairing to have the meal cooked and ready wher Mrs. Angulo arrives from Los Angeles
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
MIR. NOBLE RECEIVES SAD NEWS

O. s. Stapley firm. received the sad news that his brother. F.. A Noble. was not expected to live The teie-
 gram arrived late Wednesday night and asked that he come at once to his brothers home MT Noble has been confined to his home with a bad at tack of the grip. however. and finds it impossible to take the journey. much to his sorrow. F.. A. Noble resides in Alpine, Apache county. Ariz. and is sixty nine years of age He is one Of the most prosperous farmers of that section, and is well and farorably kuoHn throughout the community.
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
THE VALUE OF PROPRIETARY
 MEDICINES

is proven by the very large percentage of physicians prescriptions for the same remedies found in every drug store in America. but as they are writ ten in Latin, few patients realize this fact.
 The old standard proprietary medi- cines like Lydia F.. Pinkhsm's Vege- table Compound. that have stood the test of time. deserve place in every family medicine chest. and it is most certain they would not be prescribed by physicians if they were able to de- wise formula equally as efficacious.
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19

morning about four or half past by the sound of burning wood. They discovered that small shed close to the house was ablaze. and the family and neighbors turned out to help quench the flames. Some ashes had been thrown out the day before, and the only explanation which can be given is that there were some coals left in the ashes which the wind fan ned to a red heat. and caught some scrap lumber on fire then spreading to the shed There was no damage done outside the shed
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19

Wayne Davis was over yesterday from Phoenix getting witnesses in the Hanson case.
 c. H. Lincoln. of the Parmlee Dor man company. Of Los Angeles. is in the city interviewing the merchants.
 c. B. Shattuck was a passenger on yesterdays stage to Tortilla Flats.
 Dickson Fagerburg Is down from Prescott selling some of Libby Me Neilrs goods to the Mesa merchants.
 The fire department cart was hauled up yesterday from the station. but the lodging place is undecided. owing to the little house not having arrived for it
 Judge Irwin was telephoned for yesterday to go to Phoenix on busi- pesS.
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
DEAD HORSE SHOULD BE RE
 MOVED

There Is dead horse lying in the main road a little more than half way to Tempe. The animal has been lying there for about a week and the Odor is any thing but pleasant. Some ladies who drove over to Tempe yes terday had difficult work to get their horses past the carcass. and team which was being driven by a man in front of them broke away It is closer to Tempe than Mesa. and it does not seem to be up to the Mesa City to dispose of the carcass. all though it is constant menace
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
ENIARGING PREMISES

L. B. Johnson. the commission mer- chant, IS enlarging his quarters. He has leased the vacant lot west of Shat tuck and Nimmo's warehouse. which IS just back of Mir. Johnson's store and Is building wire coops. pens and making general arrangements to take care of the poultry which he is ship ping. Another improvement is the hot water tank, and vats which will great ly facilitate the picking of fowls for shipment
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
CAME IN FROM GRANITE REEF

Mir Ava T. Hill. fainter Of Louis C. Hill. Of the reclamation service. was in Mesa Wednesday afternoon. He is much pleased with this country and reports that the work at the Reef is finished. There is only one man work ing out there now. and that is Billy Harrigan. who Is putting up a wind mill for the individual use of the Hills. Mir. Hill says he is going to paint in big letters on the mill. This was not put up bv the government" The amount of water coming through the reef is now about 6O.0OO inches. 5000 inches coming to Mesa and Tempe. and the Utah canal. while the balance of the water goes through the Arizona canal to Phoenix
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
MRS. L. A. SMITH PRIZE WINNER

Mrs L. A. smith is very happy. and Justly so. over the arrival of some of her needlewOrk. which was exhibited at the territorial fair and which came home with the magical bits of rib bon which proclaim the excellence of the work done.
 A handkerchief in honitOn lace was awarded blue ribbon. while a tene- riffe wheel kerchief shares the same honors with another blue ribbon. A hardanger centerpiece was given second honors. and teneriffe wheel collar also had red ribbon awarded The work is lovely and very fine.
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
AUCTION SALE WELL ATTENDED

The-LeBaron auction sale which was held Wednesday afternoon at tracted quite a crowd and there were good prices realized for the various goods and live stock sold. one of the amusing incidents was the purchase of a -7co- cart by J. A. Williams, who got genuine baby carriage for sI5O. worth as Auctioneer Newell told him fullySl.G0. Mr. Williams has no fam fly. and his friends are all trying to wheedle. his purchase from him
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
ANOTHER QUIET WEDDING

Miss Mamie Earl. the daughter of Mrs. z. D. Earl. formerly of Pine. was married at her mothers home to Geo. W. Leavitt Monday afternoon by Pres ident J. T. LeSueur. The wedding was very quiet. and the facts have only leaked out when the happy young couple left for Pine. where they will make their home. The groom is the son of Mir. and Mrs. Lyman Leavitt of Pine. and is well and favorably known In that vicinity
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
FLOWING WITH GASOLINE EN.
 CINE

A M Davis and the Millett brothers are running twelve blows at time with a gasoline engine. and the Der muda grass is flying high. The engine is a Hart Power, and the blowing of so much ground with so little effort is making things hum in the southwest section. This is not a new industry among the Mesa farmers. but it Is highly successful.
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
LITTLE ELLEN PARKINSON I'M PROvING

Mrs. H. Harbinson brought her httle daughter Ellen down from the Verde country last week and Sunday Dr. R F. Palmer assisted by Dr. Fred C. Brechan of Tempe. performed an operation on the little ones foot. The bones were diseased and had 10 be operated oR~- The little girl is raenv- ering nicely and the operation has proven an entire success
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
BEAUTIEul ROSE.

Bishop F.. Hunsaker has one cf the most beautiful as well as the largest Amesican Beauty roses that has been grown in this section of the country. The rose measures seventeen inches in circumference. and the Bishop says if any one wishes to prove this Just go dewn to his home and see the Tower. IL grew ent in the garden and received no especial care
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
mAccAsee LADIES DANCE

lt is announced that C. Fred Brack- ett. the well known ladies' man. will be floor manager at the Thanksgiving dance to be given by the Lady Macca- bees in the Vance auditorium Mir Bracket is known as a manager of ability with executive force. and un- doubtedly he will see that there are no wall flowers at this affair.
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
INCENTIVES TO oRAIORY
 IN MESA HIGH SCHOOL
4 Cup and Medals Hung Up For the
 Pupils

Some time ago il vas announced that ,wo medals would be offered the pupils of the Mesa high school. one for debating and one for oratory; be sides ;his a silver cup is to be given te The society winning the greatest mum her or debates during the season. The cup to belong to the society itself, while the medals will be for indi- Viduals
 lt ls With much pleasure that the Mesa department of the Republican
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
FIVE YEAR OLD CHILD WINS
 pRlZE

Little Doris smith. who is just five years and ten months old. is one of the happiest children in town. Yes terday she got a special letter from the fair commissioners sending her a blue ribbon for outline embroidery and con graduating her. They also asked her to contribute next year.
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
LADIES, AID AT MRS. JONES

The ladies of the Methodist church met with the Aid society at Mrs. A. B. Jones yesterday for an all day session. which was much enjoyed. The ladies tied quilts. talked and made pretty things for sale at the bazaar. which they will give shortly before Christ mas A delicious dinner was served at noon. and the ladies did full justice to the excellent yiands.
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
OYSTER SUPPER

The ladies of the M. l. A. will give an oyster supper at Holiaday's store on Saturday next from D. m. to : p. m.. and hope to have a large at tendance. as a great many oysters have been ordered for the occasion.
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
RETURNED FROM ROOSEVELT

w. A. Parrish. of the reclamation service. returned yesterday from Roosevelt. where he has been for a short trip. Mir Parrish drove up and back.
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
ANOTHER CASE OF plpnrneRIA

There is a case of diphtheria re- ported at Lew Trimble's house. but it is said to be light. Dr Moeur of Tempe Is attending the case.
Arizona republican., 1909-11-19
SMALL FIRE YESTERDAY MORN

The family of Q. C. Bullock. who are living in one of the R. l.. Merrill houses were awakened yesterday
Omaha daily bee., 1909-06-26

Davis, drugs.
CORRIGANS, Undertakes. Phones las.
Woodring Undertaking company. Tel. 3s9.
Lewis Cutler, funeral director. Phone 81.
FAUST BEER AT ROGERS BUFFET.
When you want reliable want ad adver-
Using, use The Bee.
DIR. w. w. Magarell, optometrist, moved
TO 2O6-20s City National bank building.
BAIRD, LONGENECKER d ROLAND.
Undertakers. Phone 122, "a N. Main ST.
WANTED-FIVE TEAMS TO DELIVER
ICE TO FAMILIES. A. G.. GILBERT
ICE COMPANY.
Oxfords In all feathers, shapes, and
styles at prices that sell them, Duncan
Shoe Co, % Main street.
Hot days and low shoes go together
well. Try a pair of ours. Duncan Shoe
Co, 70 Main street.
Our prices on low shoes are the lowest
IN the city, save money by coming here
Duncan Shoe Co, % Main street.
Excelsior Masonic lodge will meet in
special communication at 1870 o'clock this
afternoon for work in the third degree.
The meeting of the. committee OF the
whole of the city council called for yester-
day afternoon, failed for lack OF a quorum.
Hon. N. w. Macy OF Harlan, former
Judge Of the Fifteenth judicial district,
was In the city yesterday visiting friends.
The congregation OF the West Side Chris
Omaha daily bee., 1909-06-26

ing the Yukon-Alaska exposition, has met
there a number Of prominent fruit growers
of that section Of the country, among them
Captain Shawhan, who had charge or the
Idaho exhibit at the show here last year.
Mr.. Hess Is enthusiastic over the interest
he finds manifested in the big fruit show
to be held I'm Council Bluffs this year. In
a letter to General Manager Freeman L.
Reed OF the National Horticultural con
gress. received by the latter yesterday he
writes:
We have the opportunity to make. the
exposition the biggest that has ever been
held in this country. Captain Shawhan
told me he thought the exposition this fall
would be the biggest fruit exhibit that has
ever been held anywhere, ana that he and
MI. Woods are I'm favor or making IL a
permanent Council Bluffs institution. They
think the location is es fine as II Is central,
and that after we have added the build
ing additions now contemplated the condi-
lions will be ideal for holding all future ma
tional fruit expeditions. They think that
after il Is known that the exposition is
permanently located the interest will an
nually increase.
MI. Shepard Of Hood River, one OF our
vice presidents for oregon. has not only
a valuable prize, a big silver loving cup
10 be known as The Better Fruit" cup, for
the three best packed boxes OF apples. Mr..
SHEPARD is a very influential man. ana
adds great prestige TO our congress-, as ne
is at the head OF one Of the best, n not
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