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Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
A Book Auction.

A Book Auction.
A crowd of young people known as
the Recreation club had this for their
entertainment at one of their last
meetings: Over the living room door
the word Auction was made in per-
fectly huge letters and below it was
red flag and the sign of three gold
balls
There were pracards around the
walls saying please do not put your
feet on the seats" mo Smoking,
ETC. Then the guests were given
wee purses containing fake money.
The books were neatly wrapped in
MANILA paper, tied with cord and de-
posted in a pile beside the auction
GERS platform. The gents were all
seated in a semi-circle and the bidding
began. No packages could be opened
until all the books were sold. A
clerk seated beside the auctioneer
wrote down the name of the book and
the name of the purchaser as the
sales were made. After the auction
closed the parcels were all placed In
the middle of the room and a chair
for the purchaser who paid for her
books as the name was called OH;
each one undid the package and held
up the contents so that all could see
| what had been purchased. The fol
| lowing list show the titles of some of
| the books and the articles represent
| ing them. Any one may add 1ndeti-
nitely according to the size Of her
party.
1.-The Foreigner"-a little Japanese
dell.
| "Pick-W1ck Papers"-A toothpick. a
lamp wick, and some paper, wrapped
up in shoe box
along the hne"-two clothes pins,
! In candy box.
when Knighthood Was In Flow
| era nightcap, wrapped in flow
cred paper napkin
"a Pleasant Refiection"-a small
looking glass in a pill box.
| The way the refreshments were
served caused much merriment. There
was a paper bag for each one which
contained two sandwiches, a cookey,
a sugared doughnut done up in waxed
i paper, and a banana, coffee was passed
| on a tray In tin cups.
| MADAME NdERRI.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Kansas City Theaters.

The Flirting Princess will be the
attraction at the Grand during Priests
of Pallas week, beginning October 2.
Tuesday nights performance vii
start after the parade passes the the
alter. This is the original New York
production
The Willis Wood will have as spe-
cial carnival week attraction, COM
mencing Sunday, October 2, the splen-
did comedy 1.-THE Travelling Salesman. .
1t will be presented by the same COM
pany which scored such a success in
New York and Chicago.
1.-The Dollar Mark by George
Broadhurst, author of 1.-THE Man of
the Hour will be the offering at the
Shubert during the entire Priests of
Pallas week, commencing with Sun
day matinee, October 2.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
IN Mr.. CLEVELAND'S MEMORY
Only $4,000 More Needed for the Big
Tower to Be Erected at
Princeton.

Newark, N. 1.-THE erection of a
lofty tower at Princeton, N j., to be
known as the Nations Memorial In
Perpetuation of the Memory of Grover
Cleveland, is now definitely assured
In an annoNpcement to 'all those
who appreciate the unselfsh, patriotic
and courageous work of Grover Cleve-
land" John F. Dryden, chairman of the
Cleveland Memorial association, sets
forth the progress and scope of the
work. He shows that $4,000 of the
100000 required for that purpose has
already been pledged, and final ap-
peal is made for the prompt subscrip-
ton of the remaining $4,000, SO that
the actual work of construction may
begin.
This tower will be erected upon the
tract known as the old golf links-a
site commanding a wide sweep of
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
|llNKGIlES O7zM,
:. !. ia s1n1nmS .~

Black and white veilings are chiefly
in favor.
Long gloves are 1eaping into new
popularity.
Solid green's are promised decided
popularity.
Coiffures are going back to the
Greek fashion.
Sleeves show more fullness at the
top and less length.
The scarf of fashion is usually of
the color of the hat
Colors generally are less vivid, and
black is to be much worn.
Hair ribbons for girls are narrower,
and the bows are less conspicuous.
Everything that is not black or SOM
Der now seems to be striped.
TUNES are quite long and are edged
with heavy fringe of silk or beads
Handbags are often made to match
the gowns with which they are car
ried.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Buying Feed for Cattle.

The cattlemen of Greenwood county
are beginning to purchase their feed
for the coming winter. A good many
cattle will be wintered there. They
will be mostly three and four-year-old
Texas and Oklahoma steers. The corn
crop is very uneven here, most of the
corn will be cut up and put in the
shock. A great deal of the corn Will
be sold by the acre. Prices so far
have not been very high, some corn
selling at $11.50 per acre.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
A New Kansas Opera.

Dean G. S. Skilton of the school of
fine arts of the University of Kansas,
announces that he has Just completed
the composition of an original opera
which he has called 'HTiconderoga. .
He has been assisted in the work by
Miss Gertrude Mossler, head of the de-
partment of elocution, of the same
school Both have worked during last
winter and this summer in completing
the opera The plot is based upon old
Scottish prophecy and its fulfllment.
The opera is replete with Indian and
Scotch music. 1t will be produced
this winter instead of the annual opera
given by the school of fine arts.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Latest Kansas Events.
McPherson's Paralysis Record.

The report from the county health
officers of Mcpherson county shows
that during this summer there have
been discovered IA cases of what il
known as infantile paralysis. Al
though the disease has been closely
watched and investigated as the differ
ent cases appeared, but little can be
known of it, but enough has been
found out about the disease to rob Il
of its terrors, inspired by the first re-
ports of its very serious nature L
has been demonstrated that children
afflicted with the disease can be cured
in time and have the complete use OF
their limbs. Quite number of tho
cases occurring in this county are now
well on the road to a complete re,
covery. AS the cold weather ap,
proaches there seems to be a genera
decrease in the prevalency of the dis
ease.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
A Union Pacific Extension?

Railroad surveyors are working be-
tween Mcpherson and Elyria. The sur
vey is something of mystery, but it
is said line is projected from Arkan-
sas City to Mcpherson by the Union
Pacific railroad. From an official of
the Union Pacific at Sa1ina it was
learned that of the 100000 railroad
ties stored at Salina by the Union
Pacific 100000 had been set apart for
the southern extension of the Union
Pacific from Mcpherson. A branch of
the Union Pacific south from McPher-
son would open up a rich country. At
Arkansas City it Is said the line will
connect with the Midland Valley
owned by the Uniuon Pacific.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08

1t was Annals first visit at the sea-
side. She was only little girl, and
very enthusiastic over the 1ong-Iooked-
for opportunity to go into the water.
They came too late the previous
day for dip in the surf, so Anna was
up early, and as she put on her bath
ing suit while the rest were at break
fast some one questioned her as to
her haste.
well, you see," replied the thought
full child, 81 want to hurry and go In.
before so many people get in and get
the water cold"
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Lives With Broken Neck.

Physicians at lola and at Bronson.
are puzzled over the case Of John
Perry, of Bronson, who is still alivs
and apparently recovering with q
broken neck Perry was injured while
repairing the axle of a wagon loaded
with baled hay. In some way the
bales became unfastened and fell,
crushing his shoulder and breaking
his neck He was found unconscious,
and after being revived, the doctors
found one side of his body paralyzed.
Now Perry is regaining the use OF his
body and arms and legs and except for
the discomfort of having to wear a
wire apparatus to support his neck,
he will recover and be able to leave
his room soon
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
OBSTINATE SPREAD
ING ECZEMA QUICK
LY CURED

Mrs. VIM. C. Wood. Newark. N. T.
writes:
"Resinol Ointment cured an obsu-
nate case of spreading Eczema ON
my little ten year old boys leg, after
various other salves had signally
failed. The trouble had existed for
six months, and nothing seemed to
do any good until we procured a jar
Of Resinol, which quickly cured him.
It has now become a household RENE
dy with US. We also have ResinoI
Soap In daily use by the children, and
their skin, health and complexion are
perfect"
Resinol Ointment can be positively
relied on to give instant relief and
quickly cure the torturing skin dis
eases of infancy and childhood. For
eczema, nettle rash, chafing, disfigt
uring pimples and itching eruptions of
all kinds, it Is a prompt and sure
remedy.
Every family should be safe-guarded
with Resinol preparations-Res
Ointment to cure the skin troubles
that now and then occur; Resinol
Soap to use regularly for the toilet
and bath, to keep the skin pure and
healthy and preserve the complexion
Resinol Medicated Shaving Stick fs
also the best and safest to use, be-
cause it keeps the face free from erup-
tons and prevents injection.
These preparations are sold at all
drug stores.
We send free on application a valu-
able little booklet on Care of the Skin
and Complexion Send for it Resinol
Chemical Co., Baltimore, Md.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08

-HERE could be no more dainty and
attractive gift for the girl who
loves pretty things than this little
embroidered apron. 1t would be espe-
cially useful for "a shower gift" for
the bride-to-be, who would surely count
II one of the treasures of her lavender
scented linen chest. To fashion this
effective trifie about one and one-half
Yards of finest lawn is required This
will make the apron and allow for the
pocket and bib, which are both made
In the shape of enormous blossoms.
six yards of Valenciennes lace will
make the dainty friIling. which should
be carefully whipped to the button
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Deafness Cannot Be Cured

eased portion of the There is only one way %
deafness. and that by constitutional remedies
Deafness IS caused by mnaned condition of tbs
mucous lining of the Eustachian Tube When this
tube Is fnnarned you have q rurnbiing sound Inn
hearing. and when It is entirely closed. Deaf
ness Is the result, Inflammation be
taken and this tube restored to its normal coDdE
ton, hearing be destroyed forever nine cases
out of are caused by Catarrh. which Is nothing
but innamed condition of the mucous surfaces
We give One Hundred Dollars for any case OF
Deafness Caused by catarrh} that cannot be cured
by Hairs Catarrh Cure Send for circulars. free
F. ]. CHENEY & CO.. Toledo. O.
Sold by Druggists 75c.
Take Halls Family Pills for constipation
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
soft-sheIIed EGG Is Extra.

Altoona, Pa A Winters, mu
sic dealer and chicken fancier, has a
freak of nature in Leghorn hen that
has been laying two eggs a day for
seven months.
The double turn occurs regularly
every third day. the only difference
being that the morning egg had 3
hard shell and the afternoon egg =
soft she'll
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Hoo Cholera in Miami County.

Hog cholera in Miami county is be-
coming more serious. 1t was hoped
the disease would be checked by the
serum treatment, but it is estimated
that almost 1000 hogs have died of
cholera in that county within the past
six weeks. All during the summer
the disease has been smouldering, but
not until lately did the farmers be-
come alarmed for the safety of their
herds. The serum treatment has been
successful in a measure, in preventing
the disease from spreading.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
SECRET Room Discovered.

The discovery of a secret room In
the city hall at Wichita, recently re.
furnished in luxurious style, and said
to have been used for purposes other
than the transaction of city business.
probably will lead to an investigation
which is expected to result in the re-
tirement of several city employees.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Home Grown strawberries.

Home grown strawberries were on
the market at Wefsville the other
day, and for sale In the stores. The
berries are the second crop, and were
grown by P. A. Ryan on his property
in Wellsville. He has been gathering
berries for more than a month, and
has had more than the family wanted
for home use. They sold readily at
25 cents a quart.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Even the Children.

Ex-Governor Pennypacker, con-
demning in his witty way the Amerf
can divorce evil, told at Philadelphia
luncheon an appropriate story.
even our children he said. ARE
becoming infected. A Kensington
schoolteacher, examining a little girl
in grammar, said:
g What is the future of love?
"a divorce, the child answered
promptly"
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
CLAY county shlppina AppIes.

Many apples are being shipped out
of Clay Center this fall, the farmers
receiving pretty good prices for the
same. Most of the apples are being
shipped out by the Farmers Elevator
company, of Clay Center, the fruit go
ing to Omaha, western Kansas and to
Iowa where the apple crop seems to
have been poor.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Their New Quarters Nearly Ready.

Their New Quarters Nearly Ready.
The Wichita Chamber of Commerce
will vacate it's old quarters in the first
block on North Market street some
time in the near future to take posses
sion of the commodious new quarters
provided for them in the tenth story
of the newly erected Beacon building
on South Main.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08

The parade at the opening day of
Wamego's fall festival was a mile long
and was one of the most varied and
high class parades ever witnessed.
The farm products division has a fine
display of fruit, grain, vegetables,
chickens, cattle, hogs and horses.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Harvest Homo al RepubIic CITY.

The third annual harvest home fes-
tiva1 held at Republic City closed, af-
ter two days session. The festival
this season, as usual, drew record
breaking crowds and was a great sue
cess The parade each day was one
of the best ever given.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Old Settlers Meeting at Sedan.

The tenth annual reunion of the Ole
soldiers and old settlers of Chautau-
qua county had an attendance of sew
eral thousand Among the speakers
was Representative Campbell "A w.
Smith. Fremont Leidy, ]. D. Botkin,
and w. s. Fitzpatrick.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
EIeuen calves in Eour Years

Charles w Flickinger, who lives
five miles east of Sabetha, has a COW
which beats all records in the number
of calves she has raised. The COW is
six years old and has had IL calves
in four years, triplets three times and
twins once.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Liohtnlnq Kills Old soIdi.-

During an electrical storm at Paola
Alexander Hannum, an old soldier
was struck by lightning while standing
near tree. On his right arm his
name and the number of his regiment
is tatooed
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
holed edges of the apron.

hOIed edges OF the apron
For the strings three yards of ribbon
is required This should match or
harmonize with the color scheme of
the design. The result when finished
viii be most satisfactory Shown here
are some suggestions in design, which
may be enlarged by the maid who is
clever with her pencil If she prefers
she may originate one of her own,
only using these as a guide The girl
who emtroiders (but cannot draw
must go to a good art needle work
store. She there will find many pretty
designs. which may be readily adapted
for the purpose
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Pratt county,s New courthouse

The city and county of Pratt held an
all-day celebration, inspecting and
dedicatiBg Pratt county's new 100000
court house. The morning exercises
consisted mainly of a street parade in
which many attractive floats adver-
dsed the business and the products
of the city and county. 1t is esti-
mated that 5000 people were present.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Lyon County Fair Sold.

The buildings and property of the
Lyon County Agricultural society were
sold at sheriff's auction to satisfy
judgment of sS06.9O. ]. S. Watson,
lumber dealer, was purchaser.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Kansas Stockmen EIec+

The Kansas Live Stock Association
met at Emporia and elected H. B. Mil
Ter of Usage City, president; jay
Heath of Peabody, vice president, and
Joe Mercer of Cottonwood Falls, secre-
tary-treasurer.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
New Professors al <. s. a. g.

The board of regents of the Kansas
State Agricultural college have now
filled all the vacancies occurring in
the institution, both the places of
those who left and the new positions
created.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Important 70 Mothers
Already In Training.

Ruffon Wratz-W'en a woman hands
out a slab O. lemon pie you make q
long speech O. thanks Wot's that furf
Saymold Storey-Fm ittin' myself
fur the Chawtauquay lectur' platform
1 thought 1 told We bout it long go.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
CLEAN AND HEROIC SOL DER
Gen. Nelson A. Miles Is Today Com
sidered the Foremost OF Ameri-
can Militarists.

Washington-By such wonder-ways
of wisdom and warfare as are instilled
by the rod of iron circumstance and
the wallopings of worldly experience,
Gen. Nelson A Miles has travelled past
his seventy-frst birthday to a place
among the nations large and conspic-
uous characters Today he is envt
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
AIfaIfa Seed crop Yields $50 Per Acre.

d. S. Yos6 living near Traer, has
just finished hulling his alfalfa seed
crop Mr. Yost's land is yielding eight
bushels of alfalfa seed to the acre and
he is getting SO a bushel for the
same, making a return of $50 an acre
for one crop. Mr.. Yost not only raises
alfalfa seed and hay but he now has
400 head of hogs on his farm
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08

Aged kansan Killed by Hay Rake.
]. c. Frick OF Randolph was killed
by being dragged about so rods under
a heavy rake. He was raking hay
when the team ran away He was 20
years old
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08

Truth is a structure reared on the
battlefield of contending forces.-Dr-
Winchell.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08

you;
There's in you all that we believe In
heaven;
Amazing brightness. purity and truth.
Eternal joy and everlasting love-
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08

ARE YOUR CLOTHES FADEDf
Use Red Cross Ball Blue and make them
white again. Large OF. package, cents
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08

Submarines Toll of Lives.
In the last five years about fifty
lives have been lost in France in sub
marine boat disasters
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08

DR.. Pferce's Pellets, small. sugar-coated, easy ta
take candy, regulate and invtRorate stomach.
liver and bowels and cure constipation
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08

Too much STACEY can tangle itself
more than 1t can fool others.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08

'I wonder if that sour Miss Oldgirl
ever had any salad days?"
Il am sure she had the vinegar and
peppery part of them"
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Am Amusina Contest.

After card game, while the hostess
was busy preparing to serve her re-
freshments, the following interesting
contest took place Before leaving
the room the hostess passed little six
leaved booklets, the front of which
was representation of slate bought
at the dolls department The first
page had this word Alphabet with
the questions:
What letter is a vegetable7-P.
What letter is a Clue?-Q.
What letter is Bird2-J.
what letter is a BeverageNT-
what letter is direction to Oxen2-G-
What letter is part of a house?-L
The second page said Geography"
Questions. Answers.
What State is a Father?-Pa-
What State IS Number?-Tenn-
What State is the most Egotfstical?-M
What State is Church Service?-Mass-
what State do Tranps shun?-Wash-
The third page had Arithmetic
Questions. Answers
SOC plus large boat divided WITHOUT
1000 plus held divided by an unmarried
500 pfns uueooiaed divided to puiiq. Draw
1oo plus competent divided by a heavy
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08

Here's to woman-she needs no euloey-
she speaks for herself.
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thee
To temper man: we had been brutes with
out you.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08

Here's hoping you may be hung, drawn
and CHARTERED Hung about with gar.
lands. drawn in triumphant chariets. and
Quartered In the of those who love
you.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08

He is complete in feature and in mind
With all good grace a gentleman.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08

Here's to our wives and sweetheart
May our sweethearts become our wives
And our wives ever remain our sweet
hearts.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Fifth Paoe-LIterature

Questions. Answers
What author is:
A river in Ita1y?-Poe
A native Of the British Isles?-Scott.
A dark mineral, and low line of hills?
-Coieridge.
An English hedge row7-Hawthorne.
-Cowper.
very tall man?-Longfellow.
Not high and part of a house Lowell.
OF course the prizes were awarded
to the best scholars ia "Readin'," Ri
tin and "Rithmetic" Then the
hostess announced recess and the re-
freshments were forthcoming.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Fourth Page-PhysioIoay.

Questions Answers
OF the human body what are two estab-
nshed lneasures?-Feet and Hands.
What are two musical instruments?-
Drums
What are two dedicated buildinss?-
Temples.
What are two graceful trees?-PaLns
what are two small articles used by
carpenterS?-NaiIs
What are two instruments OF torture?-
(Eye) Lashes
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08

o vanity of vanities.
How wayward the DEGREES of Fate are
How very weak the very wise,
How very small the very great are
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08
Toasts for All Occa.

To the many readers who have
asked for 'Toasts" I give the ones
that follow, hoping that they will find
Just the one the one they are looking
for:
Here's to the man who has charity
enough to forgive those who have done
him kindness, and with whom he is
wrong in q dispute.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-10-08

Cheer upi it's no use to be glurn boys
It's written since fighting begun
That sometimes we fight and we conquer.
And sometimes we fight and we run
-ThacEeray