Wallis Brothers

                                                  Robert E. and C. C. Wallis.
                                                         Winfield, Kansas.
Winfield Courier, January 4, 1877.
ROBERT WALLIS and family, relatives of W. M. Boyer, have arrived and will stay. Robert and C. C. will open up a grocery store at Ford’s old stand. Robert bought Sheridan’s farm, west of town. Sheridan goes to Oregon.
Winfield Courier, January 11, 1877.
The Wallis Brothers are repairing, preparatory to occupan­cy, the building lately known as Ford’s store.
Winfield Courier, January 25, 1877.
WALLIS BROS. are having a glass front put in their storeroom.
Winfield Courier, January 25, 1877.
THE WALLIS BROS. have completed the repairs of the room formerly occupied by Henry T. Ford, and have received a large and new stock of groceries and confectionery. They opened their doors and were ready for business last Tuesday morning.
Winfield Courier, February 8, 1877.
Here We Are! WALLIS & WALLIS, Retail Dealers in Staple and Fancy GROCERIES,
FANCY CANDIES, CANNED FRUITS, DRIED FRUITS, And everything usually kept in a first-class Grocery house. STOCK ENTIRELY NEW. Our stock of Candies and Canned Fruits, which is the largest ever brought to Winfield, is fresh and of the very best quality.
Cigars and Tobacco a specialty. We buy and sell for cash, and CASH ONLY.
East side Main St. (Ford's old stand). WINFIELD, KANSAS.
Winfield Courier, March 1, 1877.
Late improvements help the appearance of the storeroom of Wallis & Wallis. They now have a fine storeroom in which is a large stock of groceries which is new and fresh throughout.
Winfield Courier, March 15, 1877.
Mr. R. E. Wallis is making a great big house out of the old Oaks house, opposite the Baptist church.
Winfield Courier, April 5, 1877.
Wallis & Wallis are putting shelving upon the other side of their storeroom, which gives them more room for their immense stock, and greatly helps the appearance.
Winfield Courier, April 12, 1877.
Brandy peaches at Wallis’.
Winfield Courier, April 19, 1877.
Still another improvement at the grocery store of Wallis & Wallis. This time it is a pair of large show window curtains with the name of the house nicely painted thereon.
Winfield Courier, August 2, 1877.
Fresh breakfast Bacon and hams at Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, September 20, 1877.
Wallis & Wallis have a choice stock of groceries.
Winfield Courier, October 11, 1877.

Come and see. A fresh stock of Groceries, cheaper than ever, at Wallis & Wallis’.
Winfield Courier, November 1, 1877.
DIED. Huston, a young child of Robert E. Wallis, died last week. The parents have the warm sympathies of this community in their bereavement.
Winfield Courier, December 20, 1877.
Jay Page, a gentleman lately from Eldorado and Topeka, has purchased the lot between Wallis & Wallis’ grocery house and Boyer’s clothing store on Main street in this city, and will immediately go to work putting up a two-story brick business house thereon.
[COWLEY COUNTY COMMISSIONERS.]
Winfield Courier, January 24, 1878.
Fuel and merchandise: Wallis & Wallis, $1.
Winfield Courier, January 31, 1878.
Good Coffee and Sugar as cheap as any house in town at Wallis & Wallis’.
Winfield Courier, February 7, 1878.
Fresh mince to eat. Peach and Apple butter at WALLIS & WALLIS.
Winfield Courier, February 28, 1878.
Wallis & Wallis appear in a new advertisement this week. By close attention to business, first-class goods, and low prices, they have built up a large trade in the grocery line.
WALLIS & WALLIS, Dealers in Staple and Fancy Groceries, and Queensware.
Fancy candies, canned fruits, and everything usually kept at a first-class Grocery house. Our stock of candies and canned fruits, which is the largest ever brought to Winfield, is
Entirely new.
East side Main Street, Ford’s old stand, Winfield, Kansas.
Goods delivered to any part of the city free of charge.
Winfield Courier, April 11, 1878.
Wallis & Wallis expect a car load of pure culled Iowa Peach Blow Potatoes next week.
Winfield Courier, April 18, 1878.
Potatoes! Potatoes!! Iowa Peach Blow. We received last week a car load and will sell at $1.10 per bushel until ½ of them are gone. WALLIS & WALLIS.
Winfield Courier, May 2, 1878.
Wallis and Wallis have a new awning.
Winfield Courier, May 9, 1878.
Mr. Robt. E. Wallis brought to us on yesterday morning the first mess of green peas we have had this year.
Winfield Courier, June 6, 1878.
Wallis & Wallis have a handsome delivery wagon.
[WINFIELD CITY COUNCIL.]
Winfield Courier, June 27, 1878.
Wallis & Wallis, mdse. for pest house: $1.95.
Winfield Courier, June 27, 1878.
Go to Wallis & Wallis for groceries at bottom prices.
Winfield Courier, July 18, 1878.
The Normal Institute opened with the following teachers in attendance.

From Winfield: Margie K. Wallis, Lizzie T. Wallis.
Winfield Courier, August 1, 1878.
WINFIELD, July 29, 1878. To the Farmers of Cowley County: We desire to explain the cause of the removal of our hooking racks from in front of our store. We received notice Saturday evening from the Marshal to have them removed before Monday morning. He received his orders from the highest tribunal, the Honorable City Fathers, and we must presume someone not having the best interests of our county at heart has made complaint. We do assure you all that we will do all we can to add to the farmer’s convenience when he comes to town, and hope to see very soon our streets lined with hook racks. I have been a farmer myself for twenty years and know just how you feel about this matter; and as we do not wish to shoulder the odium and censure of the farmers for what we are innocent of, hence we make this statement; and in conclusion say, we thank you for your liberal patronage in the past and hope for a continuation of the same. Respectfully yours, WALLIS & WALLIS, Grocers.
[WALNUT VALLEY FAIR ASSOCIATION.]
Winfield Courier, October 24, 1878.
Disbursements: Wallis & Wallis, goods.
Winfield Courier, November 14, 1878.
Dick Walker, Cornie Wallis, and George Walker started for the Territory for a hunt Monday.
Winfield Courier, December 12, 1878.
Nommsen & Steuven are putting up a brick barber shop between Curns & Manser’s and Wallis & Wallis’.
Winfield Courier, December 12, 1878.
The score of the shooting match last Friday is as follows: Fred Heisinger, 8; James Vance, 9; Bert. Crapster, 3; Chas. Steuven, 6; S. Suss, 4; C. C. Wallis, 7. For want of glass balls, they had to content themselves with shooting at apples.
Winfield Courier, January 2, 1879.
Listed as a Courier Advertiser: WALLIS & WALLIS, by their excellent stock, enterprise, energy, integrity, and strict attention to business, in two years built up a large and flourishing trade in the grocery and provision line. Their uniform low prices are proverbial, and we consider their house as a permanent Winfield institution.
WALLIS & WALLIS. GROCERIES & QUEENSWARE. East side Main Street, Winfield, Kansas.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
WALLIS & WALLIS GROCERIES, and QUEENSWARE, Fancy candies, canned fruits, and everything usually kept at a first-class Grocery house. Our stock of candies and canned fruits, which is the largest ever brought to Winfield is ENTIRELY NEW.
East Side Main Street, Ford’s old stand, Winfield, Kansas.
Goods delivered to any part of the city free of charge.
Winfield Courier, March 27, 1879.
The following is a list of the principal business firms of Winfield. GROCERIES. J. L. Horning; Wallis & Wallis; J. A. Earnest; Bahntge Bros; Lofland & Gale.

Winfield Courier, April 10, 1879.
The best Sorghum in the market is made on Cook’s Evaporator, and is sold at only 50 cts. per gallon at WALLIS & WALLIS.
Winfield Courier, April 24, 1879.
Curns & Manser recently sold to some Illinois ladies the residence of R. E. Wallis for $1,225.
Winfield Courier, June 12, 1879.
Mr. C. C. Wallis is visiting in Independence—”prospecting,” he calls it.
Winfield Courier, December 4, 1879.
Died. On Tuesday evening the body of C. C. Wallis was brought up from the Sac and Fox agency, where he died of heart disease last Monday morning. His funeral was held from the residence of his brother at 11 o’clock Wednesday.
Winfield Courier, December 18, 1879.
Last Friday night Messrs. Wallis & Wallis had their delivery wagon and team stolen. They offer a reward of $100 for the return of the property.
Mrs. Wallis...
[LADIES’ LIBRARY ASSOCIATION.]
Winfield Courier, January 22, 1880.
On January 17th, the ladies who met for the purpose of organizing a public reading room and library, received reports from the four ward committees who had been canvassing the city. The city had obtained 63 lady members at $3 per year and received $175.00 in books, $77.75 in cash, 10 papers (daily, etc.), 1 clock and bracket, 2 window shades, and several pic­tures. The southwest ward has been but partially canvassed. A committee on constitution was appointed, consisting of Mrs. Van Doren, Mrs. Dr. Davis, Mrs. Wallis, Mrs. Trimble, and Mrs. Holloway. This committee is to report at next meeting.
Winfield Courier, February 12, 1880.
Wallis & Wallis have replaced the stolen delivery wagon with a handsome new one.
Winfield Courier, March 18, 1880.
The members and adherents of the Episcopal Church in Winfield held a meeting yesterday morning to organize a parish. Rev. J. T. Colton, of Wichita, presided, and J. E. Snow was elected Secretary of the meeting. A parish was organized under the name of Grace Church, and the following officers were elect­ed: Senior Warden, G. A. Scovill; Junior Warden, T. C. Woodruff; Vestrymen, R. E. Wallis, T. K. Johnston, W. H. Smith, H. P. Vermilye, F. J. Sydal; Parish Clerk, J. E. Snow. The parish hopes to secure the services of a settled clergyman at an early date. Telegram.
Winfield Courier, May 13, 1880.
     EXTRA GOOD SAUER KRAUT, 30 CTS. PER GALLON AT WALLIS & WALLIS.
Winfield Courier, May 13, 1880.
I will pay the highest cash price for 100 dozen live chick­ens, delivered at the Walnut Valley Poultry Yards, or Wallis & Wallis’ grocery, Winfield, Kansas. N. T. SNYDER.
Winfield Courier, June 17, 1880.

Mr. Shreves, the accommodating gentleman who clerked for Wallis & Wallis last fall, has again accepted a position with the firm, and will hereafter weigh out more sugar and coffee for their many customers for less money than any clerk in the city.
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Winfield Courier, September 30, 1880. Editorial by D. A. Millington.
Persons who resided here in 1872-3 will remember the groggery kept in the building now occupied by Wallis & Wallis, known as the “Triplett Saloon.” That saloon was owned by Chas. C. Black; the rum sold over its counter came marked to Chas. C. Black, and Black hired and paid the employees in and about the saloon.
Winfield Courier, September 30, 1880.
No rents, and only one clerk to pay, enables me to sell as low as the lowest. Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, September 30, 1880.
Wallis & Wallis want one-eighth of the butter, eggs, cab­bage, onions, and potatoes raised in Cowley County, and will pay cash.
Winfield Courier, January 6, 1881.
Col. McMullen and lady entertained a number of friends at their home last week. The elegant parlors were comfortably filled, and we, at least, passed a pleasant evening. Those present were: Mayor and Mrs. Lynn, Rev. and Mrs. N. L. Rigby, Prof. and Mrs. Hickok, Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Bliss, Mr. and Mrs. Loose, Mr. and Mrs. John Pryor, Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Carruthers, Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Scoville, Mr. and Mrs. H. Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Kretsinger, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Fuller, Mr. and Mrs. Wallis, Mr. and Mrs. Mann, Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Green, Mr. and Mrs. Black, Mr. and Mrs. Kinne, Mrs. Buck and son, of Emporia, and Mr. Harris, of Bushnell, Illinois.
Winfield Courier, February 10, 1881.
                                                     CRYSTAL WEDDING.
Mr. and Mrs. Shreves celebrated the 15th anniversary of their marriage by inviting their friends to attend their crystal wedding on Tuesday evening, February 8th. Accord­ingly a merry party filled the omnibuses and proceeded to their residence, one mile east of town, and spent an evening of unal­loyed pleasure. Mrs. Shreves, assisted by her sisters, Mrs. Cummings and Mrs. Wm. Shreves, entertained their guests in a graceful and pleasant manner. Although invitation cards announced no presents, a few of the most intimate friends pre­sented some choice little articles in remembrance of the occa­sion.
The following were present: Mrs. Hickok, Mrs. Mansfield, Mrs. Butler, Miss Graham, Mr. and Mrs. Kinne, Mr. and Mrs. S. D. Pryor, Mr. and Mrs. Wallis, Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Robin­son, Mr. and Mrs. Spotswood, Dr. and Mrs. Van Doren, Mr. and Mrs. Earnest, Mr. and Mrs. H. Brown, Rev. and Mrs. Hyden, Rev. and Mrs. Platter, Mrs. Houston, Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Millington, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Fuller, Mr. and Mrs. Black, Mr. and Mrs. Williams, Mr. and Mrs. R. S. Wilson, Rev. and Mrs. Borchers, Mr. and Mrs. Meech, Mr. and Mrs. Millhouse, Mr. and Mrs. S. S. Linn, Mr. and Mrs. Snyder, Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Roberts, Mr. Hendricks, and John Roberts.
Winfield Courier, April 7, 1881.

On last Thursday evening was gathered in the magnificent salons of M. L. Robinson one of the largest parties which have assembled in Winfield this past season. The honors of the occasion were conducted by Mr. and Mrs. Robinson and Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Spotswood in the most graceful and pleasing manner, making each of the guests feel delighted and happy. A new departure was made in the hour for reception which we cannot too highly commend, that of substituting 7 o’clock for the late hours which usually prevail, but the habits of some were so confirmed that they could not get around until nine o’clock. The banquet was excellent beyond our power of description. Nothing was wanting to render it perfect in all its appointments. At a reasonable hour the guests retired, expressing the warmest thanks to their kind hostesses and hosts for the pleasures of the evening. The following are the names of the guests as we now remember them.
Miss Nettie McCoy, Mrs. Huston, Mrs. S. H. Myton, Mrs. Mansfield, Mrs. Eastman, Mrs. Ticer, Mr. M. G. Hodges, Mr. C. A. Bliss, Mr. W. C. Robinson, Mr. W. A. Smith, Mr. W. J. Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Loose, Mrs. Herrington, Mr. and Mrs. Van Doren, Mr. and Mrs. S. S. Linn, Mr. and Mrs. Wallis, Mr. and Mrs. Lemmon, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Fuller, Mr. and Mrs. Platter, Mr. and Mrs. J. Harden, Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Hackney, Mr. and Mrs. S. D. Pryor, Mr. and Mrs. Black, Mr. and Mrs. H. Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Hodges, Mr. and Mrs. Hickok, Mr. and Mrs. Conklin, Mr. and Mrs. T. R. Bryan, Mr. and Mrs. Dever, Mr. and Mrs. Bedilion, Mr. and Mrs. Holmes, Mr. and Mrs. Barclay, Mrs. W. F. Baird, Mr. and Mrs. Mann, Mr. and Mrs. Allen, Mr. and Mrs. Doane, Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Millington, Mr. and Mrs. Horning, Mr. and Mrs. Troup, Mr. and Mrs. F. Williams, Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Baird, Dr. and Mrs. Emerson, Mr. and Mrs. McDonald, and Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Read.
Winfield Courier, April 21, 1881.
Monday evening Wallis & Wallis received permission to move their frame building and will at once begin the erecting of a stone building, 25 x 80 on the lot now occupied by their store. It will be one story high, but built so that another story can be put on at any time.
Winfield Courier, April 28, 1881.
Workmen are busy tearing away the brick barber shop and moving the Wallis & Wallis store room to make room for the fine stone store to be erected immediately.
Winfield Courier, April 28, 1881.
We have removed our grocery stock to the building next door north of Curns & Manser’s office. The change is made necessary by our deciding to erect a new business house upon the site of our old store. The quarters in which we now are, and will be compelled to stay for a few months, are not as commodious as the comfort of our customers demand, but such inconveniences are unavoidable, so we trust that the trading public will bear with us for a little while. With the completion of our new building, we intend to run a model establishment, and will be able to supply our large and increasing trade with the best the market affords, both in quality and prices. WALLIS & WALLIS.
Winfield Courier, May 5, 1881.
We have received many letters from Iowa and other states containing a letter written by Frank Manny, of this city, clipped from one newspaper or another, with the inquiry if the statements therein contained are true. We answered one of these briefly last week, but subsequently we learn that the Manny letter is being published widely in other states, not only as an argument against prohibitory liquor laws, but against emigrating to Kansas, and particularly against this city and county.
Here is the famous Manny letter.

“WINFIELD, KANS., April 1st, 1881. Herewith I send you a car load of barley, which please sell for me and remit proceeds after deducting all expenses. I have tried my best to dispose of it in our neighboring towns, but have not succeeded. I have invested $20,000 in my brewery, and I do not believe I could get $500 for it now on account of the prohi­bition law. I have over $1,000 worth of beer in my vaults and am not allowed to sell a drop. My barley and malt cost me 95 cents a bushel, but I cannot get 50 cents for it now. You have no idea how our people are upset by the new law. A year ago our town was prospering, not a house or store to be had, and now you will find from 100 to 150 houses vacated. Stores that brought $50 a month rent are empty. The state of affairs is such that even our prohibition people are getting scared and regret what they have done. If you should find anything for me there, please let me know. FRANK MANNY.”
Below are statements of businessmen and leading citizens of this city and county.
WALLIS & WALLIS, GROCERS. Our business is hardly as good as it was a year ago. There are more groceries in town than a year ago, and the aggregate trade of the place in groceries is as large as then. We have just commenced a new building for our business to be of our Winfield stone, brick front, iron columns, 14 foot ceiling, 25 x 105 ft. with basement. We need more and better room for our business.
Winfield Courier, June 9, 1881.
Dr. Hawkins sold his buggy team last Monday to R. Wallis.
Winfield Courier, June 9, 1881.
Messrs. Beaton & Conner are doing an immense lot of building this spring. They now have on hand and are pushing forward the McDougall building, the Brown building, the Wallis building, and the Gridley building. They are splendid mechanics.
Winfield Courier, June 16, 1881.
Wallis & Wallis are putting up the second story walls of their new building.
[RELIEF FOR THE SUFFERERS BY THE FLORAL CYCLONE.]
Winfield Courier, June 16, 1881.
A considerable number of the citizens of Winfield met on Monday evening on the steps of the Winfield Bank to provide for raising funds for the immediate relief of the sufferers caused by the cyclone Sunday evening. Mr. Crippen called the people together by music from the band. Rev. J. E. Platter was chosen chairman and made one of his neat and impressive speeches followed by Messrs. Hackney, Troup, Beach, and others. A committee of ten gentlemen was appointed by the chair to canvass for subscriptions, consisting of Messrs. C. C. Black, J. S. Hunt, J. B. Lynn, M. G. Troup, D. A. Millington, D. L. Kretsinger, J. P. Short, R. E. Wallis, W. H. Smith, and H. D. Gans. The committee of gentlemen organized with C. C. Beach, chairman, J. P. Short, secretary, and R. E. Wallis, treasurer.
During the day the canvass of the city resulted in the following cash subscriptions.
Wallis & Wallis gave $10.00.
Winfield Courier, July 14, 1881.
The new building of Wallis & Wallis is nearly completed, and will soon be occupied with their stock of groceries. It is a substantial structure.
Winfield Courier, July 28, 1881.

Wallis & Wallis will have the finest grocery establishment in the country when their new building is finished. A part of the cellar is being floored with flagging.
Winfield Courier, July 28, 1881.
A merry party consisting of the gayest of her gay young people assembled at Miss Roland’s on last Saturday evening and proceeded to the residence of Mrs. A. T. Spotswood for the purpose of a complete surprise party to Miss Nettie McCoy, who leaves this week for a visit to her home in New Jersey. The following were present: Mr. and Mrs. Albro, Mr. and Mrs. Bahntge, Mr. and Mrs. George Robinson, Dr. and Mrs. Emerson, Mr. and Mrs. George Whitney, and Mr. and Mrs. Garvey; Misses Amelia and Clara Garvey of Topeka, Jennie Hane, May Roland, Allie Klingman, Sarah Hodges, Louise Crapster, Ida McDonald, Amanda Scothorn, Margie Wallis, and Jessie Millington; and Messrs. Davis, Dever, Hunt, Baldridge, Harris, W. A. Smith, W. C. Robin­son, Dr. Gunn, and Bahntge.
Winfield Courier, August 4, 1881.
A meeting of businessmen of Winfield was held last Friday evening and again Tuesday evening at which a board of trade was formed and will be incorporated under the laws of the state. The objects are stated: For the purpose of promoting and encouraging manufactures and manufacturing interests in Cowley County. The charter will expire August 1, 1890. The board of trustees consists of J. C. Fuller, M. L. Read. W. C. Robinson, A. E. Baird, C. A. Bliss, Robt. E. Wallis, and J. S. Mann.
Winfield Courier, August 11, 1881.
The board of trade of Winfield filed its charter yesterday. The trustees for the first year are J. C. Fuller, M. L. Read, W. C. Robinson, A. E. Baird, C. A. Bliss, Robert E. Wallis, and
J. S. Mann. Topeka Capital.
Winfield Courier, August 11, 1881.
Wallis & Wallis have moved into their new store.
Winfield Courier, August 18, 1881.
Among the new business houses that are being built are Wallis & Wallis grocery store: $4,000.
Winfield Courier, November 17, 1881.
Dr. Fleming is now located at Mann’s old stand, two doors south of Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, November 17, 1881.
Monday evening a number of gentlemen met at the office of Gilbert & Fuller and organized “The Winfield Building and Loan Association.” A constitution was drawn up and charter provided for, and a large amount of stock subscribed. The capital stock of the Association is $100,000 in two series of $50,000 each, the second series to be issued when the first series is paid up. The stock is divided into five hundred shares of $100 each, and are assessed at one dollar per month each. No member can own more than ten shares. The business of the Association is managed by a board of directors, and the following persons were elected as such board for the coming year: J. E. Platter, R. E. Wallis, H. G. Fuller, J. F. McMullen, Ed. P. Greer, A. D. Hendricks, J. W. Conner, C. A. Bliss, A. B. Steinberger, J. A. McGuire, and I. W. Randall.
Cowley County Courant, December 1, 1881.

The following charter was filed yesterday in the office of the secretary of State: “Winfield Building and Loan Association,” capital stock $200,000. Board of Directors for the first year: J. E. Platter, R. E. Wallis, H. G. Fuller, J. F. McMullen, E. P. Greer, A. D. Hendricks, J. W. Connor, A. B. Steinberger, C. A. Bliss, J. A. McGuire, and I. W. Randall. Commonwealth.
Cowley County Courant, December 29, 1881.
At the annual meeting of the Knights of Honor, held on Monday evening, the following were elected officers for the coming year. W. C. Root, D.; J. S. Hunt, V. D.; R. E. Wallis, A. D.; Jacob Nixon, C.; J. W. Batchelder, G.; C. F. Bahntge, R.; J. W. Curns, T. R.; T. R. Bryan, T.; H. Brotherton, Guardian; D. Berkey, S.
[MASQUERADE BALL.]
Cowley County Courant, January 5, 1882.
Miss Margie Wallis, flower girl, very pretty, indeed.
Miss Lizzy Wallis, skating girl, pretty.
Winfield Courier, January 5, 1882.
Eight pounds of coffee for $1.00 at Wallis & Wallis.
New French Prunes only 12½ cents per pound at Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, January 12, 1882.
Last Saturday evening a large number of the businessmen of Winfield met at the Brettun House and organized an association that will be of more practical benefit to businessmen and the trading public generally then anything that has yet been proposed. The matter has been talked of for some time, but recent events brought it to a focus, of which the “Merchants and Business Men’s Protective Association” is the outcome. The following gentlemen were present and assisted in the organization. A. H. Doane, R. E. Wallis, J. A. McGuire, Will Hudson, A. E. Baird, W. J. Hodges, H. Brotherton, J. M. Dever, J. P. Baden, J. L. Hodges, R. E. Sydal, Lou Harter, Ed. P. Greer, J. B. Lynn, A. B. Steinberger, C. A. Bliss, D. L. Kretsinger, A. T. Spotswood, S. W. Hughes, J. S. Mann, W. B. Pixley, W. R. McDonald, A. D. Hendricks, Col. Wm. Whiting, J. G. Shrieves, J. W. Batchelder, J. L. Horning, T. R. Timme, J. L. Rinker, J. P. Short, B. F. Wood, J. A. Cooper. A committee consisting of the officers and a committee of eight or ten members were appointed to draft constitution and by-laws to be presented at the next meeting to be held at A. H. Doane & Co.’s office Thursday evening. The object of the organization is for mutual protection against the class of men who obtain credit at one place as long as possible, then change to another, and so on around, and for heading off dead-beats of every kind. A list of all those who are in arrears at the different stores will be made out by each merchant and filed with the secretary, who will furnish each member with a complete list of all who obtain credit and the amount. Then, when a person desires to buy goods on time, the merchant can go to his list, find out how many other firms in town he owes, and how long the account has been running. If he finds that the person desiring credit owes every other merchant in town, he can safely make up his mind that he is a D. B. On the other hand, if he finds that the person asking for credit has paid his bill and is reckoned good by the other merchants in establishing his credit, he will find no trouble in getting all the advances he desires. It will weed out the dishonest fellows and protect those who pay their debts and show a disposition to deal honestly.

The above, as near as we can state it, is the object of the association. Here alone, good, honest, straightforward men all over the county have failed to get credit because there was no way to establish their standing while others who were no good have run annual bills all over town and never make an effort to pay. This will stop all that business and place them in a very unenviable light until their bills are paid.
After the adjournment of the meeting all repaired to the dining room of the Brettun and ate oysters and celery, drank coffee and cream, told vigorous stories of dead-beats and bill-jumpers, and treated each other to little bits of business experience that furnished points for future action. The supper was nicely served and thirty-nine sat down to the long table and took two or more dishes of “Oysters-loony style,” with fruit and lighter refreshments thrown in. One of the most unfortunate features of the supper was that there were no toasts. Nothing is so delightful after a nice supper as to sit back in your chair and note the writhings of the poor mortal who has been selected to tell about “The great American eagle, who laves his bill in the Atlantic and dips his tail in the Pacific,” and to see him squirm when he finds that he has forgotten the piece and got the proud bird’s tail in the wrong pond. We were very anxious to see this duty performed and had about concluded to call out J. L. Horning or A. T. Spotswood, with W. J. Hodges and R. E. Wallis as possible substitutes, when the thought struck us that it might prove a boomerang and our desire for toasts immediately expired.
Among the ladies who graced the occasion were Mrs. W. R. McDonald, Mrs. J. L. Rinker, Mrs. J. B. Lynn, Miss Sadie French, Mrs. W. J. Hodges, Mrs. S. W. Hughes, Mrs. J. A. Cooper, and Mrs. W. B. Pixley.
Winfield Courier, January 19, 1882.
Abe had a lamp explode at his house the other night and then howled about “poor oil.” No one else has complained about poor oil since Wallis & Wallis advertised their 175 test, and A. T. Spotswood & Co., their “Water Spray,” in the COURIER. Of course, Abe don’t read the COURIER and therefore don’t know where to buy oil. But hold out. Perhaps he read the coal oil ad’s in this paper and wanted some himself. Slick fellow, he is.
Cowley County Courant, January 19, 1882.
The Merchants’ and Business Men’s Protection Association met Thursday evening at the office of A. H. Doane & Co., president Spotswood presiding. The committee on constitution and by-laws tendered their report, which was received and taken up for action by sections, after which it was adopted as a whole, and the secretary instructed to have the same printed and furnish each member with a copy. Wallis & Wallis became a member of the association.
Winfield Courier, January 26, 1882.
Mr. Ed Roland afforded a pleasant evening to the young people by inviting them to a phantom party at the residence of Mrs. Millington, on last Monday night. A gay and happy company responded to the invitation, and made most excellent ghosts, although hardly as silent as a specter is supposed to be. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hunt, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. George Rembaugh, Mrs. Boyer; Misses Hane, Scothorn, Klingman, Beeny, Margie and Lizzie Wallis, Jackson and Carruthers; Messrs. W. H. and W. A. Smith, Roland, Harris, Fuller, Webb, Robinson, Connell, Crowell, Bahntge.
Winfield Courier, February 2, 1882.
The Ivanhoe club will meet next Tuesday evening with the Misses Wallis.
Cowley County Courant, February 2, 1882.

The reading club met last evening at Miss Beeny’s, there being a good attendance. After the installation of officers for the ensuing year, the program was given by Mr. Smith, Miss Scothorn, Miss K. Millington, and Miss Lizzie Wallis. The program for the next meeting of the Ivanhoe Club will consist of selections by Mr. Connell, Mr. C. Bahntge, Mr. Lovell H. Webb, Mrs. Fred Hunt, Miss Allie Klingman, and Miss Jennie Hane.
H. Goldsmith and C. H. Connell were admitted to membership in the club.
Cowley County Courant, March 16, 1882.
Fresh lot of lemons and oranges at Wallis & Wallis.
Cowley County Courant, March 23, 1882.
Wallis & Wallis have just received another big stock of glass and queensware. Something new in sauce and fruit dishes.
Cowley County Courant, March 23, 1882.
Come and see us. Just received a lot of choice Colorado Peach Blow potatoes. We still have a few bushels left of the Beauty of Hebron, also Northern Rose, home raised, besides a lot of choice Iowa Snow flake. As the season is well advanced, we will close out our early potatoes at a big discount for cash. Give us a call. WALLIS & WALLIS.
Cowley County Courant, March 30, 1882.
If you want a perfectly pure baking powder, call for the Golden Rule, warranted to be composed of pure bicarbonate of soda and the best cream-tartar, and nothing else. We have tested it ourselves, and prefer it to all others. WALLIS & WALLIS.
Cowley County Courant, April 6, 1882.
Winfield is becoming famous for run-aways: that is, horses running away and dashing around town without seemingly caring where they pull up. Charley Black’s Billy took the two first heats Sunday and Monday. Last night a team belonging to a farmer took a spin around the block, and Wednesday a pony, looking iron gray, which did not look strong enough to pull an empty wagon to which it was hitched, from near Wallis’ store, went up Main street toward the depot, turned across into Church street, came sailing down by THE COURANT office like a young cyclone, went through the alley east of the Ninth Avenue Hotel, turned up the avenue and rolled over, spring wagon and all, just in front of Bourdette’s lunch room. The little thing was gently gathered up and tied to a post.
Winfield Courier, April 13, 1882.
The Bossest’ thing in market—preserves and jellies, full assortment, at Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, April 13, 1882.
We want more eggs and butter, can’t get enough for our town trade. Bring them along and get the top of the market at Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, April 13, 1882.
Now is your time to buy early seed potatoes of us; as we will close out our stock at a greatly reduced price. We have the following varieties. Beauty of Hebron, Wisconsin grown “Northern rose,” “Home Rose,” “Northern Snow Flake,” “Colorado Trophy.” Something new and fine! We have also just received a big lot of the finest Colorado Peach Blow that was ever offered on this market. Come and see for yourselves. WALLIS & WALLIS.
Cowley County Courant, May 25, 1882.

The social party at the residence of Dr. and Mrs. Emerson Thursday evening was one of the most enjoyable affairs within the history of Winfield. The Dr. and his estimable wife seem to thoroughly understand the art of entertaining their guests, and on this particular occasion, they were at their best, as it were.
The guests present were Miss L. Curry, Miss Andrews, Miss I. Bard, Miss I. McDonald, the Misses Wallis, Miss F. Beeny, Miss Jennie Hane, Miss A. Scothorn, Miss I. Meech, Miss Sadie French, Miss Julia Smith, Mrs. M. L. Robinson, Will Robinson, Ivan Robinson, Harry Bahntge, Eugene Wallis, W. H. Smith, W. A. Smith of Wichita, E. C. Seward, O. M. Seward, C. Campbell, C. H. Connell, Sam Davis, Capt. Whiting, Mr. and Mrs. Gene Baird, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Fuller, Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Bedilion, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Bahntge, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Harter, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Harter, Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Speed, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Barclay, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hunt, W. A. Walton, and Henry Goldsmith.
Cowley County Courant, June 1, 1882.
We were truly sorry to be unable to attend the party at the residence of our young friend, Chas. Bahntge, Thursday evening, but those who attended enjoyed one of the most pleasant evenings spent in Winfield for some time. Mr. and Mrs. Bahntge have a large number of friends in Winfield, and those who were so royally entertained at their home Thursday evening think more of them now than ever before. The following is a list of those who were present: Misses McCoy, Jennie Hane, Amy Scothorn, Jessie Millington, Kate Millington, Margie Wallis, Lizzie Wallis,         Roberts, Florence Beeny, Josie Bard, Mrs. French, Miss Smith, W. C. Robinson, Ivan Robinson, Lou. Zenor, Lovell Webb, H. Gold­smith, C. C. Harris, Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Read, Mr. and Mrs. Spotswood, Mr. and Mrs. Hackney, Mr. and Mrs. Buckman, Mr. and Mrs. Soward, Mr. and Mrs. Fuller, Mr. and Mrs. Dr. Emerson, Mr. and Mrs. Thorpe, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hunt, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. George Whitney, of Sedgwick, Mrs. Carson, of Cherryvale, Mrs. Geo. Rhodes, W. H. Smith, Chas. Fuller, Jas. Lawton, Mr. Campbell, C. H. Connell, Sam Davis, Richard Bowles, Eugene Wallis, O. M. Seward.
Winfield Courier, April 20, 1882.
On last Friday evening the residence of Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Fuller was the scene of one of the merriest as well as the “toniest” parties ever given in Winfield. Mrs. Fuller has entertained her friends several times this winter without any of the young folks being present, but this time she honored them by giving this party, which was duly appreciated. Everyone invited, with but two exceptions, was present and never were guests more hospitably entertained. The evening was spent in dancing and other amusements, while an elegant collation consisting of cakes and ice cream was served at eleven o’clock. At a late hour the guests dispersed, all thanking their kind host and hostess for the pleasant evening so happily spent. The costumes of the guests were elegant and worthy of mention.
The Misses Wallis were prettily attired in cream colored mull, Miss Lizzie with pale blue sash and Miss Margie in lavender.

The following gentlemen were in attendance. Their “costumes” were remarkable for subdued elegance and the absence of aesthetic adornment. Messrs. Steinberger; J. N. Harter; G. A. Rhodes; E. E. Thorpe; George, Will, and Ivan Robinson; Fred and Will Whiting; Mr. Colgate; F. C. Hunt; C. E. Fuller; C. C. Harris; W. H. Smith; Will Smith; W. J. Wilson; Jos. O’Hare; Jas. Lorton; Frank and E. P. Greer; Eugene Wallis; Saml. E. Davis; L. H. Webb; Harry and Chas. F. Bahntge; Chas. Campbell; Ezra Nixon; L. D. Zenor; E. G. Cole; C. H. Connell; Mr. Ed. M. Clark of McPherson; and W. C. Garvey of Topeka.
Winfield Courier, May 18, 1882.
                                                           A Pleasant Party.
On last Thursday evening Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Robinson entertained a large company of their young friends at their elegant residence, which they have been fitting up with new paper of a very beautiful and expensive pattern. Having the carpets up in the parlors, it was considered a good time to give a party and take the opportunity to indulge in a dance. The evening was just the one for a dancing party, for although “May was advancing,” it was very cool and pleasant, and several hours were spent in that exercise, after which an excellent repast consisting of ice cream, strawberries, and cakes was served, and although quite late the dancing continued some hours, and two o’clock had struck ere the last guest had lingeringly departed. No entertainments are more enjoyed by our young folks than those given by Mr. Robinson and his estimable wife. We append a list of those persons on this occasion: Misses Jackson, Roberts, Josie Bard, Jessie Meech, Florence Beeny, Jennie Hane, Kate Millington, Jessie Millington, Scothorn, Margie Wallis, Lizzie Wallis, Curry, Klingman, McCoy, Berkey; Mr. and Mrs. George Rhodes, Mr. and Mrs. Jo Harter, Mrs. and Dr. Emerson, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bahntge, Mr. and Mrs. George Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hunt; Messrs. W. A. Smith, C. C. Harris, Charles Fuller, Lou Zenor, James Lorton, Lovell Webb, Sam E. Davis, Eugene Wallis, C. H. Connell, Dr. Jones, Campbell, Ivan Robinson, W. C. Robinson.
Winfield Courier, June 1, 1882.
The party given on last Thursday evening by Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Bahntge was one of the most enjoyable ever given here, and was looked forward to with pleasant anticipation for some time previous, for it is a well known society fact that Mrs. Bahntge’s charming little house with its merry occupants insure a lively time to their fortunate guests, and last Thursday evening was no exception to the rule. The evening was spent in dancing and other amusements, while a refreshing repast was served at a seasonable hour which was fully appreciated, and at a late hour the company dispersed, with hearty thanks to their kind host and hostess for the very pleasant evening spent.
Margie and Lizzie Wallis as well as Eugene Wallis attended this party.
Winfield Courier, June 8, 1882.
The Annual meeting of the Winfield Cemetery Association was held in Winfield on Saturday evening, June 3rd. From the report read it appears that the Association is now for the first time out of debt and in a flourishing condition, so that all receipts hereafter will be employed in beautifying the grounds. There are about $200.00 due the association for lots sold, some of them four or five years ago, and not yet paid for. A resolution was passed to the effect that such of these lots as are not paid for in the next ninety days will be forfeited, and the bodies buried therein will be moved to the paupers’ grounds. The following named persons were elected a Board of Directors for the ensuing year: R. E. Wallis, W. G. Graham, H. S. Silver, H. Brotherton, C. A. Bliss, A. P. Johnson, J. H. Land, T. R. Bryan, and H. D. Gans. T. R. Bryan was elected President, H. Brotherton, Treasurer, and W. G. Graham, Secretary.
Winfield Courier, June 8, 1882.

The Presbyterian Church is in need of some interior repairing and the ladies have decided to have it papered as well. To gain the money for such purpose, they held a Paper Festival at the Opera House on Tuesday evening, which was a decided success. The hall was beautifully decorated and the tables were temptingly arrayed. A number of young ladies were dressed in becoming costumes of paper. At the paper booth Mrs. Bahntge, a charming Rosebud in red and green tissue presided, assisted by Miss Amanda Scothorn representing a glowing Poppy, Miss Lizzie Wallis, a blushing sweet Carnation, Miss Jennie Hane, “The Queen of Flowers,” the Rose, and Miss Jessie Millington a gorgeous Sunflower, attracted much attention. They sold all manner of pretty paper trifles, fans, parasols, and baskets.
Miss Margie Wallis and Chas. Bahntge made lots of fun selling soap bubbles at five cents a blow.
Winfield Courier, June 15, 1882.
On Tuesday evening the citizens met at the Opera House to hear the report of the executive committee on 4th of July celebration. Committee on Police Regulations and personal comfort: D. L. Kretsinger, R. E. Wallis, H. S. Silver, J. H. Kinney, and A. T. Shenneman.
Winfield Courier, June 22, 1882.
White clover-strained honey at Wallis & Wallis.
Fresh oranges and lemons at Wallis & Wallis.
New catch of mackerel, salmon, and trout at Wallis & Wallis’.
Fresh strawberries and fresh vegetables every day, at Wallis & Wallis’.
Pots, flower pots, just received, and for sale at bed rock prices, at Wallis & Wallis’.
Wallis & Wallis have the finest Japan tea ever opened in Winfield. Ask for “Typhoon,” and try it. It can be had only at Wallis & Wallis’.
Winfield Courier, August 3, 1882.
THE LADIES WILL PLEASE NOTE That an elegant French China Tea Set of 56 pieces, elegantly decorated well (Haviland’s) worth Seventeen Dollars and Fifty Cents, to be seen at our store, will be given away by us at an early day. We have just received an invoice of Crown Jewel Baking Powder, made from the pure acid of the grape, commonly called Cream Tartar, and can freely recommend it to our customers and friends as being a pure and very excellent article. This powder will be sold at the ordinary price, for first-class goods, and those who try it will find it very economical and much more satisfactory than the cheaper kinds (alum powders). The Crown Jewel has been pronounced superior in strength to the best Cream Tartar Powder of any other manufacturer, by Messrs. Wright and Merrill, eminent chemist of St. Louis.
When the above lot of powder is disposed of, the Tea Set will be awarded to someone of the purchasers of a package, by a method both simple and just to all concerned.
We think that having used a pound package of Crown Jewel Baking Powder, you will continue to use it.
We wish to supply our customers with the best of everything in our line.
Yours respectfully, WALLIS & WALLIS, Grocers, Winfield, Kansas.
Winfield Courier, August 10, 1882.

Last Saturday the final subscription to the Creamery stock was made and the enterprise became an assured fact. We fully believe that it will prove one of the best investments made in the county and furnish a valuable market for the dairy products of Cowley. Mr. M. W. Babb, the originator of the enterprise, came here about a year ago and, after visiting various creameries throughout Iowa, Illinois, and Missouri, came home with the necessary papers and information and went to work, aided by a few of our public-spirited citizens; among whom Mr. J. P. Baden was first and foremost, with the success before mentioned.
Wallis & Wallis had two shares: total $100.
Winfield Courier, August 17, 1882.
Families can be supplied with grapes in quantities from 10 to 100th lots at bottom prices and on short notice. Also choice peaches at WALLIS & WALLIS.
Winfield Courier, October 5, 1882.
FARMERS and the trading public generally have found that the Exclusive Grocery house of WALLIS & WALLIS is, in the long run, the cheapest and most desirable place to purchase GROCERIES! And dispose of their produce. There they always find a complete selection of the best goods, and at prices that may be duplicated but cannot be undersold. Wallis & Wallis pay no rent, make no bad debts, do their own clerking, and give their customers the benefit of low prices and good goods. Call and be convinced. WALLIS & WALLIS, BRICK BLOCK, MAIN STREET, EAST SIDE, BETWEEN 8TH & 9TH AVE.
Winfield Courier, October 12, 1882.
The Ivanhoe Club held their first meeting of the season at the residence of R. E. Wallis last Tuesday evening. They established a program of exercises and adjourned to meet at the residence of Dr. Emerson on Tuesday evening the 24th.
Winfield Courier, November 30, 1882.
A fine selection of fancy decorated individual cups and saucers for children; also tony mustache cups, at Wallis & Wallis.
[WINFIELD CITY COUNCIL.]
Winfield Courier, December 14, 1882.
The following bill was approved and recommended to the County Commissioners for payment: Wallis & Wallis, goods for City poor: $30.00.
Winfield Courier, December 14, 1882.
Mr. J. S. McIntire has purchased the McInturff photograph gallery over Wallis & Wallis’ grocery store. He is reputed to be a very fine artist.
Winfield Courier, December 21, 1882.
A Card to the Public. Having bought the Photograph Rooms formerly owned by A. McInturff over Wallis & Wallis’ Grocery Store, and having remodeled it and refitted with side-light, making it second to none in the state, we feel confident that with our present facilities we can please the most fastidious in taste and style of pictures. We make a specialty of copying and enlarging old pictures and working them up in Oil, Crayon, India Ink, or Water Colors. We also keep on hand a full line of frames, albums, etc., cheaper than the cheapest, for framing our own work. Please give us a call and examine our stock and work before going elsewhere. We are practical workmen, having operated in some of the largest cities in the East. We hope by strict attention to business and promptness in doing our work to merit a share of your patronage. J. S. McINTIRE, Artist.

Winfield Courier, December 21, 1882.
Musical Union. About fifty members were present at the regular weekly meeting of the Union last week, and a very enjoyable evening was spent. Mesdames Buckman, Shenneman, and Albro, and Misses McCoy, Beeny, Bard, Hane, Fahey, and Wallis will furnish the concert program this (Thursday) evening. The Union meets at 7:30 o’clock in the basement of the Presbyterian Church. F. H. GREER, Secretary.
Winfield Courier, December 21, 1882.
Take your Babies to McIntire’s Photo rooms over Wallis & Wallis’ Store. He is always pleasant and courteous to all and especially to the babies.
[WINFIELD CITY COUNCIL.]
Winfield Courier, January 4, 1883.
The following bill was approved and recommended to the County Commissioners for payment: Wallis & Wallis, groceries, city poor: $17.65.
Winfield Courier, January 4, 1883.
Miss Clara Andrew spent the holidays with the Misses Wallis.
Winfield Courier, January 18, 1883.
Mrs. Emerson accompanied by Misses Margie and Lizzie Wallis and Miss Julia Smith, went to Wichita Tuesday afternoon to hear the Madison Square Company play “Esmeralda.”
Winfield Courier, January 18, 1883.
At the last meeting of the Ivanhoe Club, the annual election of officers took place. The election was a follows: President, W. H. Smith; Vice President, Geo. W. Robinson; Secretary, Miss Theresa Goldsmith; Treasurer, Miss Lizzie Wallis. The Club begins its new administration under favorable auspices and is certainly a very pleasant and enjoyable company, and we presume our young friends are improving greatly under its instruction. However, it is to be hoped that they will see to it to give another entertainment, such as that given last year. It would certainly be well received. The club meets next Tuesday evening with the Misses Aldrich.
Winfield Courier, February 1, 1883.
The following petition was circulated last week by Frank Manny, taken to Topeka, and presented by him to Senator Hackney.
WINFIELD, KANSAS, January 23, 1883. HON. W. P. HACKNEY, State Senator, Topeka, Kansas. Inasmuch as the Prohibition Amendment, as enforced, has always resulted in injury to the material development of our town—it having signally failed to accomplish the object sought, the suppression of the sale and use of intoxicating drinks—we would respectfully urge upon you the necessity of so providing for the enforcement of the law that its application shall be uniform throughout the State. If this is impossible, don’t sacrifice our town on the altar of inordinate devotion to an impracticable principle.
The petition was signed by R. E. (Eugene) Wallis, Jr., and Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, February 1, 1883.
For rent. Possession is given on March 1st. The property now occupied by Taylor & Taylor on east side Main St., just South 10th Avenue. This house has three rooms. Rent low. Apply to Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, February 8, 1883.

Sugar Meeting. A few leading citizens met Mr. Scoville and Mr. Conklin at the Brettun House Tuesday evening at which samples of the new process sorghum sugar were exhibited, the process explained, the advisability of the establishment of a sugar factory discussed. The samples were very fine and satisfactory and the gentlemen present expressed the fullest confidence in the matter and a belief that a sugar factory here will not only pay largely but be of the greatest value to the farmers of the county and business of the city. The business will be further considered. Samples of the sugar are left at the COURIER office, and a barrel of it will be sent to Wallis & Wallis, grocers of this city.
Winfield Courier, February 8, 1883.
Mince meat choice and nice, 400 lbs. For sale at Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, February 8, 1883.
500 lbs. Choice new apple butter by the gallon or pound. Just try it; at Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, February 22, 1883.
Several of our merchants have returned to their private delivery wagons. Wallis & Wallis put on a wagon last week and Baden this week.
Winfield Courier, February 22, 1883.

Our Pretty Songsters. The Operetta of “Effie, or the Fairy Queen,” for which Prof. F. C. Cushman had a class in training for two weeks previous, was presented at the Opera House Wednesday and Thursday evenings of last week with marked success—so far as the entertainment itself was concerned. The slushy condition of the streets at that time prevented the entertainment receiving the patronage it merited, and as a pecuniary benefit to the manager was a partial failure. A majority of Winfield’s young misses were engaged in it, and where all performed their parts so well it would seem invidious to particularize; but the most prominent actors deserve more than a passing notice. The splendid singing of Miss Zulu Farringer, the fairy queen, was the subject of much favorable comment by the audience. Her appearance was beautiful, and her solos were executed with such ease and grace as many a professional might envy. Will Ferguson as fairy clown produced much merriment. In this vale of tears the business of fun-making is far from being overdone, and the world is always ready to appreciate those who make it laugh. Misses Bertha Wallis and Minnie Andrews, as “Effie” and “Mary,” also elicited much favorable comment, and demonstrated that they were possessed of much natural talent in the musical and dramatic art. Miss Cora Andrews represented the poverty-stricken mother very nicely. Fritz Sherman carried out the part of the drunken father splendidly, though a little beard to have covered up that smooth face would have given him a more fatherly appearance. The tableaux were pretty, unique, and effective, especially that of the angels, with their beautiful wings and flowing tresses, ascending to heaven with little Fannie, which was composed of Misses Gertrude McMullen, Willie Wallis, and Minnie Fahey, with little Lula McGuire as Fannie. Those comprising the maids of honor, maids’ attendants, and queen’s pages, all did credit to themselves by their beautiful singing and excellent rendition of the parts assigned. There were about seventy performers, all in bright costume, and some of the scenes presented were very brilliant. The instrumental music was made perfect by Ed. Farringer presiding at the piano. These entertainments do much to draw out and improve the musical talents of the young, and we must say that this one plainly shows that the abilities of Winfield’s young ladies in this line is of no ordinary character.
Winfield Courier, March 1, 1883.
Wallis & Wallis have received a barrel of the new process sorghum sugar and any who desire to try it can purchase from them.
Winfield Courier, March 1, 1883.
C. C. Harris returned from Milwaukee Tuesday. During his absence he purchased Mrs. Page’s building next to Wallis & Wallis store. He seems bound to have possession of something, even if it’s only a brick block.
Winfield Courier, March 22, 1883.
Fresh Candy, choice and cheap, at Wallis & Wallis.
Mince meat choice and nice; 400 lbs. For sale at Wallis & Wallis.
Pure White Clover Honey in Comb at 25 cents per lb. At Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, March 29, 1883.
Some of the fellows have got up a ticket for the city election next Tuesday. They call it a kind of compromise ticket, claiming that it is on both sides of party politics, prohibition, water works, and every other question. Most of the candidates named are good fair men, but there is too little prohibition in it to call it a compromise on that question, being one prohibitionist to eight antis. In politics it is five Democrats, three Republicans, and one Greenbacker. The names are: Emerson for mayor; Kretsinger and Keck for council; Snow for police judge; O’Hare for city attorney; Silver and Wallis for school board; and Long and Pratt for constables. It looks to us that the main point of the ticket is to elect councilmen in the interest of Mart Robinson’s water works, for the getters up are willing to trade off any of their candidates except Krets. The water works fellows want Krets bad. They would trade off the balance of the ticket if necessary, but he must be retained at all hazards. The fact is, they know Krets would do anything that Mart would ask and he would ask even worse things than he would do himself. If they had put Frank Finch and Capt. Siverd on their ticket for constables, they would have shown a great deal more sagacity, for they are tried men doing their duty honestly, carefully, and fairly, and will get the votes of the best men of all parties and factions. There is talk of calling a public meeting to nominate a ticket.
Winfield Courier, March 29, 1883.
Mr. A. H. Jennings purchased the Wallis & Wallis brick building Monday for six thousand dollars.
Winfield Courier, March 29, 1883.
The sale of the Wallis building was made through Curns & Manser.
Winfield, Courier, April 19, 1883.
I had a spotted pony stray from my place last Saturday. Finder will be rewarded by leaving information at Wallis’ store. Theo. Pontious.
[EDITORS’ CONVENTION.]
Winfield Courier, May 17, 1883.
Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Wallis entertained J. S. Boughton of the Lawrence Monthly, and Mrs. Boughton.
Winfield Courier, June 21, 1883.

Go to Wallis & Wallis for the Frank Siddles Soap. A washboard must not be used, and as the wash water must only be lukewarm, a small kettle answers for a large wash. Full directions with each bar of soap.
Winfield Courier, June 28, 1883.
Manwell cheese at Wallis & Wallis. First invoice of the season.
Winfield Courier, July 5, 1883.
Rooms. Three office front rooms for rent over Wallis’ store. Enquire of F. S. Jennings.
Winfield Courier, July 12, 1883.
The Fourth. The one hundred and seventh anniversary of the Nation’s independence was celebrated in grand style last Wednesday. The people commenced gathering before sunrise, and from that time on until eleven o’clock every road leading into Winfield was crowded with teams, pedestrians, and horsemen. The sickness of Col. Whiting interfered somewhat with the regular course he had mapped out, but everything went off smoothly. Capt. S. C. Smith, R. E. Wallis, Geo. H. Buckman, Chas. C. Black, and J. P. Baden did faithful work in the formation and carrying out of the program.
[COWLEY COUNTYFAIR.]
Winfield Courier, Thursday, July 19, 1883. Front Page.
The special premiums offered below will be assigned to special location in the main building, or on the grounds, and will be under the management and control of the General Superintendent. Entries must be made as in other classes, but the Secretary’s card shall indicate for whose special premium the exhibit will enter for, and the exhibitors must be governed by the restrictions named in the special premium. Payment of premiums will be made by the parties offering the same, on the certificate of the awarding committee, said committee to be appointed by the executive board of the association.
                                      Lot 3. WALLIS & WALLIS, GROCERIES.
FIVE DOLLARS. For the best five pounds of butter made by any farmer’s wife in Cowley County. Three or more to enter, and the prize butter to be the property of Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, September 13, 1883.
Choice grapes every day at Wallis & Wallis.
Peaches and apples every day at Wallis & Wallis.
We call special attention to our Clothes Horse. Wallis & Wallis.
A choice assortment of syrups, in kegs and barrels, at Wallis & Wallis’.
Gaze into Wallis & Wallis’ show window and behold just what you want in hanging baskets, vases, and flower pots.
We have just received a choice lot of fancy flower vases and pots of the latest and novel styles at very low prices. Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, October 4, 1883.
To the Public. We would be pleased to have the person who took by mistake, the tureen containing a 5 pound roll of butter of Mrs. J. J. Johnson’s, and that took the special premium of Wallis & Wallis, Lot 3, No. 75. Return the tureen at the grocery store of the above.
[COWLEY COUNTY FAIR.]
Winfield Courier, October 4, 1883.

SPECIAL PREMIUM By Wallis & Wallis: $5 for the best 5 pounds of butter, was awarded to Mrs. Mary E. Thomas, of Wilmot.
Winfield Courier, October 18, 1883.
Honey! Honey! Honey as pure as bees can make it, and a bbl. of it only 16½ cents per lb. by the gallon at Wallis & Wallis.
Manwell cheese at Wallis & Wallis.
Best N. Y. Buckwheat Flour in bulk at Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, November 1, 1883.
Old fashioned Preserves in 5 lb. pails. Various kinds choice and nice, at Wallis & Wallis.
A barrel of pure Illinois White Clover Honey, only 16½ cents per lb. by the gallon at Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, November 29, 1883.
The most delightful entertainment of the season was given by Dr. & Mrs. Geo. Emerson on Tuesday evening of this week. The guests present were: Mr. & Mrs. Geo. Ordway, Mr. & Mrs. J. Wade McDonald, Mr. & Mrs. E. A. Baird, Mr. & Mrs. J. C. Fuller, Mr. & Mrs.
M. L. Robinson, Mr. & Mrs. A. T. Spotswood, Mr. & Mrs. G. H. Allen, Mr. & Mrs. A. H. Doane, Mr. & Mrs. C. F. Bahntge, Mr. & Mrs. W. J. Wilson, Mr. & Mrs. D. A. Millington; Mrs. F. Mendell of Texas, Mrs. H. P. Mansfield of Burden, Mrs. Perkins, late of Australia, Mrs. Frank Barclay, Mrs. C. L. Harter; Misses Lizzie Wallis, Margie Wallis, Jennie Hane, Florence Beeny, Nettie R. McCoy, Huldah Goldsmith, Clara Brass, Sadie French, Julia Smith, Jessie Meech, Caro Meech, Jesse Millington; Messrs. M. J. O’Meara, D. L. Kretsinger, W. H. Smith, W. A. Smith of Wichita, E. H. Nixon, L. D. Zenor, W. C. Robinson, Geo. W. Robinson, E. Wallis, G. Headrick, F. F. Leland, H. Bahntge, E. Meech, Jr. It was an exceedingly lively party and the host and hostess had omitted nothing which could add to the general enjoyment. Mr. and Mrs. Emerson stand at the head of the list of those in Winfield who know how to entertain their friends.
Winfield Courier, December 20, 1883.
A social party were entertained at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. H. Buckman on Tuesday evening. The guests present were: Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Rembaugh, Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Fuller, Mr. and Mrs. S. D. Pryor, Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Black, Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Doane, Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Spotswood, Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Bahntge, Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Green, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Brown, Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Millington, Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Soward, Mr. and Mrs. Henry E. Asp, Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Horning, Mr. and Mrs. M. G. Troup; Mrs. Schofield, Mrs. G. H. Allen; Misses Josie Bard, Jennie B. Hane, Nettie R. McCoy, Margie Wallis, Sadie French, Jessie Millington; Messrs. M. O’Meara, R. B. Rudolf, Louis B. Zenor, E. H. Nixon, W. H. Smith, H. Bahntge, L. H. Webb. The affair was delightful in every way, and the guests were profuse in their thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Buckman for their many and pleasant attentions which secured  them so much enjoyment.
Winfield Courier, December 27, 1883.
Misses Willie Wallis, Pearl Van Doren, Maggie Bedilion, Allie McDonald, and Annie Doane will receive their friends with Miss Margaret Spotswood New Year’s day, at the residence of A. T. Spotswood.
Winfield Courier, January 10, 1884.
Ad. Pure Canada Maple Syrup by the gallon at Wallis & Wallis.

Winfield Courier, January 17, 1884.
The Masquerade. The members of the Pleasant Hour Club have made the winter thus far very pleasant in a social way. Their hops have been well attended, and the utmost good feeling and harmony has prevailed. Their masquerade ball last Thursday evening was the happiest hit of the season. The floor was crowded with maskers and the raised platforms filled with spectators. At nine o’clock the “grand march” was called, and the mixture of grotesque, historical, mythological, and fairy figures was most attractive and amusing. Then, when the quadrilles were called, the effect of the clown dancing with a grave and sedate nun, and Romeo swinging a pop-corn girl, was, as one of the ladies expressed it, “just too cute.”
The following is the list of names of those in masque, together with a brief description of costume or character represented.
Miss Lizzie Wallis, Frost.
Miss Margie Wallis, pretty checker suit.
Eugene Wallis, Crown Prince.
[COWLEY COUNTY FAIR.]
Winfield Courier, January 17, 1884.
R. E. Wallis, Jr. was a shareholder, holding four shares.
R. E. Wallis, Sr., was a shareholder, holding one share.
Winfield Courier, January 24, 1884.
Choice Hams, Breakfast Bacon, Boneless Ham, sugar cured shoulders, smoked side meat, Dried Beef, Bologna, and lard in all sized packages at Wallis & Wallis.
The Housekeeper’s Friend, or Electric Powder, for gold and silver plated ware, German silver, brass, copper, glass, tin, steel, or any material where a brilliant lustre is required. Sold by Wallis & Wallis.
To Housekeepers: Improved Troy Starch Enamel, for putting on the same gloss and hard pearl finish to Shirts, Collars, Cuffs, Lace Curtains, etc., as when bought new, at a cost of one cent a week. Sold by Wallis & Wallis.
Brilliant Self-Shining Stove Polish! No Mixing, No Dust. No Smell! Produces a permanent and brilliant polish upon a hot or cold stove without the use of brush or water. Sold by Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, January 24, 1884.
The Directors of the Building & Loan Association organized Tuesday night by electing R. E. Wallis, president; Henry Goldsmith, vice president; J. F. McMullen, Secretary, and J. P. Short, Treasurer.
Winfield Courier, January 31, 1884.
Fitch & Barron, dealers in White, New Home, Domestic, Diamond, and other sewing machines, have removed their office to F. V. Rowland’s Bargain Store, two doors north of Wallis & Wallis’ Grocery Store, where they will be pleased to see those wishing a First Class Sewing Machine for cash or easy terms.
Winfield Courier, February 14, 1884.

More Fires. Again, on Sunday evening, an attempt was made to set fire to property in the city. A lot of hay was stuffed under the rear end of Hendricks & Wilson’s hardware store and ignited. It was done about half past seven o’clock in the evening. Mr. James McLain, who has been acting as night watchman, first discovered and put it out. Shortly before, when walking across Manning Street and Tenth Avenue, he passed a man who was walking hurriedly. As soon as he passed, the man broke into a run, and a moment after McLain discovered the fire. When he turned, the man had disappeared in the darkness. What the object of these incendiaries is cannot be defined. The fire in the Hodges barn could have injured but little business property if successful. The fire started in the Shenneman barn, immediately after, when the hose was handy and hundreds of people standing around to use it, could not have been set with a very villainous intent to destroy, as the destroyer might have known it would be put out in a minute. The setting of the Sunday evening fire early in the evening, when everyone was about, showed a lack of deep intent to do great injury. However, our people have resolved to put a stop to it, and to that end the following paper has been prepared and duly signed, and the total sum of $222.50 goes to the person who runs the fire-bugs in.
We, the undersigned, promise to pay the sum set against our respective names as a reward for the apprehension and conviction of any person or persons engaged in setting any incendiary fire in the city of Winfield, either heretofore or hereafter.
Wallis & Wallis contributed $5.00.
Winfield Courier, February 21, 1884.
Go to Wallis & Wallis for choice Mince Meat and Apple Butter.
[WINFIELD CITY COUNCIL.]
Winfield Courier, March 13, 1884.
The following bill was allowed and ordered paid.
Wallis & Wallis, supplies for Council Room: $4.00.
Winfield Courier, April 10, 1884.
A number of the public spirited young ladies and gentlemen of Winfield met in the Courthouse Tuesday evening to take such steps as were necessary to establish a reading room. They have rented the rooms over Wallis & Wallis’ grocery store, and will meet next Monday evening to effect a permanent organization. As soon as all arrangements are in good working order, the rooms will be open to the public, and we hope the businessmen of the city will take pride in lending their assistance by way of contributing periodicals, books, and papers. The young people are very enthusiastic and, if properly encouraged, will no doubt make the enterprise a success that Winfield will be proud of, and one that will be of lasting benefit to our people.
Winfield Courier, April 17, 1884.

The young ladies and gentlemen of the city are meeting with very good success in their effort to establish a public reading room. A meeting was held in the rooms over Wallis & Wallis grocery store on Monday evening at which a constitution and by-laws for the Winfield Reading Room Association were adopted and committees appointed to interview our businessmen and others to gain their substantial encouragement. Many books and periodicals with some furniture for the rooms are already contributed. The membership fee of the Association is one dollar, with a quarterly assessment of fifty cents. Nothing is so much needed in Winfield as a public reading room—a place where strangers, or any who may desire, can spend their odd minutes in a pleasant room reading the latest and choicest literature of the day. We feel sure that our enterprising citizens will give the young folks such support as will put this new association on a firm footing.
Winfield Courier, April 24, 1884.
Wallis & Wallis want everybody to call and see their new importation of Teas, direct from Yokohama, put up in Japanese boxes. They are really the finest line of Teas ever brought to this country. We are the only house in Southern Kansas who handles this line of goods.
Winfield Courier, May 15, 1884.
Last Sunday was the most perfect of May days, calm, clear, and buoyant, such as only Kansas can supply, and all nature seemed at her loveliest. In consequence, the temptation for a visit to the Chilocco Indian School below Arkansas City was so great as to almost depopulate our city of its society people. Those who yielded to temptation on this occasion were Mayor Emerson and family; Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Albro; Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Blair; Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Nelson; Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Wallis and daughters, Miss Bertha and Birdie; Mr. and Mrs. Beeny; Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Wilson, and Mrs. J. E. Saint; E. H. Nixon and Miss Jessie Millington; M. J. O’Meara and Miss Lizzie Wallis; M. H. Ewart and Miss Margie Wallis; Byron Rudolph and Miss Sadie French; Mr. Walters and Miss Florence Beeny; Joe Finkleburg and Miss Anna Hyde; Fritz Ballein and Miss Nina Anderson. With such a bright and happy crowd, nothing but a most enjoyable trip could be the result. This Indian school is becoming a very popular resort for persons in search of recreation and information.
Winfield Courier, May 29, 1884.
The Young People’s Public Reading Room, over Wallis & Wallis grocery, was opened Monday evening and will be open hereafter from one to ten p.m. of each day. The tables are well filled with choice periodicals, and the rooms are neatly and comfortably furnished. The young folks have taken hold of this enterprise in a way which deserves encouragement; and if our people show their usual enterprise in the advancement of matter beneficial to the city, no trouble will be experienced in making this Reading Room a permanent institution.
Winfield Courier, May 29, 1884.
R. E. Wallis is keeping up with the improving procession by putting on a neat addition to his residence.
Winfield Courier, May 29, 1884.
Choice eating Potatoes at Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, June 5, 1884.
Strawberries and ice cream at the Reading Rooms, Thursday evening, over Wallis & Wallis store.
Winfield Courier, June 12, 1884.

The annual meeting of the lot owners of the cemetery was held at Dr. Graham’s office Friday evening. The secretary’s report shows a balance of about five hundred dollars in the treasury. This state of the finances is very gratifying to all. For years the balance has always been the other way, and the public spirited citizens who formed the directory were forced to carry it. The following persons were elected as directors for the coming year: Messrs. R. E. Wallis, Dr. Perry, W. G. Graham, H. Brotherton, H. S. Silver, H. D. Gans, Mrs. J. E. Platter, Mrs. Robert Beeny, and Mrs. Ed. P. Greer. The directory has gone actively to work formulating plans for the improvement and beautifying of the grounds. In this work they hope to receive the hearty cooperation of everyone interested. Our cemetery should be made an attractive place and no matter how hard the directory may work to this end, they cannot succeed unless each individual will take hold and assist by improving their lots. The revenues of the cemetery arise from the sale of lots. These are twelve dollars each. There are 228 sold and 475 yet remaining. A regular sexton is employed and the charge for digging graves is fixed at two, three, and four dollars. The great need of the cemetery at present is water for irrigating purposes. They hope to get this in time.
[WINFIELD CITY COUNCIL.]
Winfield Courier, June 19, 1884.
An ordinance was passed allowing Jennings & Crippen to move the building next to Wallis & Wallis grocery to the lot next to Schofield & Keck’s livery barn. These gentlemen, instead of building on the latter lot, as previously announced, will erect a large two story brick and stone store building on the lot next to Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, June 19, 1884.
The ground is being cleared for Curns & Manser’s new brick block, and work will commence at once. Jennings & Crippen will also erect a brick building next to Wallis’ store. The barber shop will be moved to the lot next to Schofield & Keck’s livery barn. As Seaver, of the Dexter Eye, would say, “still we boom!”
Winfield Courier, June 26, 1884.
R. E. Wallis has put a telephone into his residence, and the grocery establishment of Wallis & Wallis also sports one of these important adjuncts and can now fill orders by telephone with neatness and dispatch.
Winfield Courier, July 3, 1884.
The Winfield Reading Room Association will furnish the public with delicious ice cream at the Reading Rooms over Wallis & Wallis’ store on the evening of the Fourth.
Winfield Courier, July 3, 1884.
For rent, a room over Wallis & Wallis’ grocery. Inquire of W. J. McClellan, at the post office.
[FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION.]
Winfield Courier, July 10, 1884.
Credit was extended to Messrs. J. C. Long, Jas. H. Vance, D. L. Kretsinger, J. P. Baden, A. T. Spotswood, R. E. Wallis, Wm. Whiting, C. C. Black and Fred Kropp for the success of the celebration.
Winfield Courier, August 21, 1884.
Grapes! Grapes! We can furnish families all the grapes they want, choice and fine, in large or small quantities. Send in your orders, Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, September 18, 1884.

The State Fair. The writer attended the State Fair at Topeka last week on “Ben Butler Day,” and is prepared to confess that the caricatures devoted to “Old Ben” by Puck and Judge are absolutely flattering as to beauty. Ben is not at home as a stump speaker, especially in stalwart Republican Kansas, and his speeches elicited very little enthusiasm. The Fair was something to make blooming, happy Kansas prouder than ever, and an advertisement of incalculable benefit. Every department was complete. A look at the magnificent displays proved the feebleness of words to express the gigantic possibilities of the garden spot of the world, Sunny Kansas. We noticed on the grounds from Winfield: Misses Lizzie and Margie Wallis, and Messrs. R. E. Wallis, J. O. Taylor, W. H. Turner, A. H. Green, S. H. and A. H. Jennings, J. P. Short, Harry Bahntge, Chas. Schmidt, A. Gogoll, and Tom Matherson.
Winfield Courier, September 18, 1884.
Come and see our library lamps, the like never was in the city before, at Wallis & Wallis’.
Something new. The Bent Wood churn is the best kind, call and see them at Wallis & Wallis’.
Wise Axle Grease made from the best and purest vegetable oils, takes less and wears longer than any other kind. Try it. Wallis & Wallis’.
The best flour on the market is Webber’s Queen Bee, May Flour, and Grip. We guarantee satisfaction in quality and prices at Wallis & Wallis’.
[COWLEY COUNTY FAIR.]
Winfield Courier, October 2, 1884.
CLASS K.—FINE ARTS. Specimen plaque painting, Bertha Wallis, 1st.
Winfield Courier, October 23, 1884.
Just received: another barrel of Pure Extracted White Clover Honey only 16_ cents per pound by the gallon. It is a good substitute for butter. Try it and you will surely buy it, at Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, October 30, 1884.
Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Wallis opened their home Monday evening to some twelve or fifteen couples of young and middle-aged. A royal time was enjoyed by all present.
Winfield Courier, October 30, 1884.
Preserves and Jellies in 5 lb. to 20 lb. pails. Prices way down at Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, December 4, 1884.
Look out for the Holiday Bazaar which will be opened in a few days in the room next to Wallis & Wallis’ grocery for the exhibition and sale of a full line of holiday goods, toys, and fancy goods in general. The line will be the most complete one ever shown at Winfield. Goods all new, look out for it.
Winfield Courier, December 11, 1884.
We are all going to the Holiday Bazaar, Santa Claus’ headquarters next to Wallis & Wallis’ grocery. The choicest, rarest, finest, and most elaborate Christmas presents are on exhibition. It is worth looking at. The store will only be open during the month of December. It contains holiday goods strictly. It will pay you to examine our stock before purchasing elsewhere.
Winfield Courier, December 11, 1884.
Henry Goldsmith has opened the Holiday Bazaar during the month of December for the sale of holiday goods. Remember the place next to Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 1, 1885.
Krout fresh and good at Wallis & Wallis’.
Pickles in bulk and in bottles at Wallis & Wallis’.

Choice mince meats, 2½ cts., per pound at Wallis & Wallis’.
Buckwheat flour and maple syrup at Wallis & Wallis’.
A full assortment of dried fruits at bottom prices at Wallis & Wallis’.
The best California canned goods, ring marse brand at low price at Wallis & Wallis’.
Vases, vases, vases by the hundred and at prices that will defy competition, must be sold at Wallis & Wallis’.
Call and price our immense stock of library and hand lamps. The very latest patterns. None like them in the city, and at prices to suit the hard times, at Wallis & Wallis’.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 1, 1885.
A large assembly witnessed the marriage of Mr. Fred D. Blackman and Miss Ida M. McDonald, in the Methodist church last Thursday evening. The ceremony was most impressively conducted by Rev. B. Kelly, and the happy couple were attended by Misses Lizzie McDonald and Maude Kelly and Messrs. W. C. Robinson, Lewis Brown, James Lorton, and Charley Dever. The bride was beautifully attired in white satin. At the conclusion of the ceremony, Mr. Robinson, on behalf of the official church board, stepped to the rostrum, and in a very neat speech presented the bride with forty dollars in gold as a token of appreciation of her valuable musical services to the church. At eight o’clock a large number of friends were received at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. McDonald, where congratulations, an excellent repast, and general mirth were freely indulged in. The presents were numerous and elegant, and the congratulations hearty. Among the most noticeable presents was a very handsome silver pitcher, presented to Mr. Blackman by his young gentlemen friends. No personal mention of ours could possibly add to the high esteem in which the happy couple are held by all who know them. The COURIER again wishes them happiness and prosperity. We append a list of the principal presents: White velvet hand-painted pin cushion, Miss Belle Lowe; pair of silver napkin rings, Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Millspaugh; picture and easel Madonna, Charles Dever; silver vase, Leota Gary; silver celery stand, Lizzie Graham; silver vase, Minnie Gibson; colored glass with castor, Nettie McCoy; colored glass water set, W. C. Robinson; pair of hand-painted gilt plaques, Lena Walrath; hair ornament, Gracie Oliver; hand-painted velvet banner, Mrs. Leavitt; bracket lambrequin, Jessie Millington; hand-painted hammered brass plaque, Miss Anna Hunt; beveled-edge French plate mirror with Hammered Brass frame, M. Hahn; gold-lined individual silver butter dishes, Miss Delia Lisk; set silver teaspoons, sugar spoon, and butter knife, Lizzie and Margie Wallis and Maggie Taylor; Russia leather photograph album, Lewis and Addison Brown; one-half dozen China fruit plates, Lucy Tomlin; one set silver spoons, Mr. and Mrs. Dr. Robbins and Miss Carrie Tillotson, Aurora, Illinois; China salt and pepper bottles, Mr. and Misses Rev. Kelly; silver cake basket, Ida Johnston; silver fruit basket, Mr. and Mrs. E. S. Miner; silver berry dish, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Kennedy and Miss Lydia Young; large mounted silver water pitcher and mug, E. H. Nixon, M. H. Ewart, Geo. Headrick, James Lorton, and M. J. O’Meara; silver tea-set and waiter, bride’s parents.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 1, 1885.

Wallis & Wallis. Staple & Fancy Groceries. The COURIER always takes pleasure in calling attention to those firms who cast their lot with the Queen City in its infancy and have advanced with its prosperity. Prominent among these firms are Messrs. Wallis & Wallis. Their firm was among the first unpretentious groceries which were launched with the future of Winfield, and now it stands first in public esteem and patronage. By always handling the best, the largest, and most seasonable stock at very reasonable prices, they have always gained and never lost. When once they obtain a customer, his treatment is such as to hold him. Their stock embraces everything in fancy and staple groceries, and a very large and judiciously selected stock of queensware, glassware, and wooden ware. Any delicacy of the season can always be obtained of them and any article they send out is strictly first-class. Ever courteous and honorable, dealing with a view to satisfaction and future patronage as well as present profits, they will continue to hold a prominent position among Winfield merchants.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 8, 1885.
Miss Bertha Wallis entertained a number of her young friends at her pleasant home on last Friday evening.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 8, 1885.
On Wednesday evening of last week, Mayor Emerson and lady threw their pleasant home open for the entertainment of invited guests, it being the tenth anniversary of their wedding. Among those present were: Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Spotswood, Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Mann, Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Baird, Mr. and Mrs. O. Branham, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Miller, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Fuller, Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Harter, Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Webb, Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Webb, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Ordway, Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Schuler, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Williams, Mrs. D. A. Millington, Mrs. J. E. Saint, Mrs. Perkins; Misses Sadie French, Margie Wallis, Jessie Millington, Josie Baird, Nettie McCoy, Anna McCoy, Mattie Harrison of Hannibal, Mo.; Messrs. E. H. Nixon, R. B. Rudolf, M. H. Ewart, M. J. O’Meara, and Ezra Meech. Each bore a token of respect and good will. Under the royal entertainment of Dr. and Mrs. Emerson, all passed the evening most enjoyably and departed with the old year, heartily wishing the “bride and groom” many anniversaries of their wedding, down to the one of diamonds, with its silver tresses.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 8, 1885.
The list of successful numbers at Goldsmith’s holiday gift distribution are as follows:
5th prize—dishes, No. 68 F. Claimed by Miss Wallis.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 8, 1885.
Krout fresh and good at Wallis & Wallis’.
Pickles in bulk and in bottles at Wallis & Wallis’.
Choice mince meats, 2½ cts. Per pound at Wallis & Wallis’.
Pure buckwheat flour and maple syrup at Wallis & Wallis’.
A full assortment of dried fruits at bottom prices at Wallis & Wallis’.
The best California canned goods, ring marse brand at low price at Wallis & Wallis’.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 15, 1885.
The ladies of the Christian Church and Sunday School will give a supper on Friday evening and a dinner on Saturday at the Holiday Bazaar, next door to Wallis & Wallis’. Meals 25 cents.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 15, 1885.

The latest styles of Toilet sets, the latest styles of cologne sets, the latest styles of chamber sets, the latest styles children’s toy sets, the latest styles of decorated tea sets, the latest styles of fine globe sets, the latest styles of fancy tea pots. These goods are marked at a trifle above cost, and must be sold in the next 30 days, at Wallis and Wallis’.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, February 12, 1885.
The annual masquerade party of the Winfield Social Club has been the crowning social event of every winter for years past, and the one at the Opera House last Thursday evening was all that past successors could have spoken for it—in fact, many pronounce it superior to preceding ones in selectness and refinement of conduct. It was free from the promiscuous crowd and jam that usually characterize such gatherings, there being just maskers enough to fill the floor nicely and make dancing most enjoyable. The characters represented were varied and unique. Eugene Wallis: Noble Red Man.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, March 12, 1885.
CALL AT WALLIS & WALLIS and see their beautiful line of QUEENSWARE just received and perfect in assortment and design. They have a handsome lot of MAJOLICA SETS, CHAMBER SETS, elegant Vases, new and beautiful designs in Lamps, and the latest and cutest thing in glass sets. They want everyone to call and examine goods and prices whether they buy or not. The Grocery Department is complete in every department. Sugars by the barrel at bottom prices.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, March 26, 1885.
Mrs. R. E. Wallis returned Thursday last from a two months’ visit in Philadelphia and other eastern places. Sleighing was perfect in Pennsylvania when she left and gentle spring had made no effects whatever at tickling the atmosphere—a big contrast to Cowley’s glorious sunshine and balmy breezes.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, April 2, 1885.
What every house wants: Fire clay coffee pots and stew pans at less than cost, at Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, April 30, 1885.
A very pleasant progressive euchre party was given by Mrs. J. L. Horning last evening in honor of her friend, Miss Dawson, who has been spending the winter with her. The head prizes, consisting of a box of stationery and a dude cane, were received by Miss French and Mr. O’Meara, while Mr. Everett Schuler received a pair of one eyed spectacles and Miss Millington a pretty plush thimble case, for being the poorest players. Elegant refreshments were served and after an hour at dancing the company dispersed with many thanks for an evening so happily spent. Those present were: Misses Whitney, French, Hamill, Dawson, Cole, Millington, and Maggie and Lizzie Wallis, with Messrs. Whitney, O’Meara, Ewart, Eaton, Leland, Schuler, and Rudolf.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, April 30, 1885.
The Arkansas City Democrat, issued Friday, launched the following item too tempting to resist THE COURIER scissors: R. E. Wallis, the enterprising businessman of Winfield, with his wife and five handsome children, spent last Sunday in the largest city in the county, which is Arkansas City.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, May 14, 1885.

Miss Jessie Millington gave a very enjoyable progressive euchre party Saturday evening. There were four tables, and of course some exhibitions of skill—and ill luck. Miss Emma C. Strong and Mr. Byron Rudolf were the most profusely adorned with blue medals and were awarded appropriate prizes as the best players, while for red ribbon adornment, and unlucky playing, Miss Cora M. Dousman and Mr. Thomas Eaton received the prizes. Miss Dousman was also up to the champion lady player in blue medals, but the test “cut” her out. There were present, besides those named, Misses Sadie French, Anna Hunt, Lizzie and Margie Wallis, and Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Wilson; and Messrs. M. J. O’Meara, M. H. Ewart, Everett Schuler, E. H. Nixon, and Frank H. Greer. Progressive euchre for the entertainment of a small party is unexcelled. The game is simple, novel, and fascinating. As a society game it is becoming justly popular.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, May 21, 1885.
Pursuant to call the citizens met in mass meeting at the Court House Tuesday evening, with J. C. Long presiding and Ed. P. Greer as secretary, for the purpose of considering the question of securing the Methodist College. Senator Hackney, of the visiting committee, explained the situation. M. L. Robinson then proposed a plan whereby the twenty acres and fifteen thousand dollars necessary might be raised. He proposed to be one of eight to organize the College Hill Addition Company, secure land in some available location, set aside twenty acres thereof for the college site and guarantee ten thousand dollars to the fund. This suggestion was immediately adopted, and the following gentlemen subscribed to the shares at once: M. L. Robinson, W. P. Hackney, Chas. F. Bahntge, John W. Curns, W. R. McDonald, T. H. Soward, A. J. Thompson, and S. H. Myton. After some further discussion on the matter by Judge Gans, Mayor Graham, J. E. Conklin, and others, the meeting adjourned to meet again this evening. Messrs. Baden, Millington, Spotswood, Wallis, Conklin, F. S. Jennings, Bedilion, and Whiting were appointed as a committee to confer with the members of the College Hill and Highland Park Association and report proceedings. Mayor Graham, H. B. Schuler, and Senator Hackney were appointed to attend to the reception and entertainment of the College Commission.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, June 18, 1885.
Wallis & Wallis have just received a lot of “Castor Machine” and “Prime Engine Oil.”
Winfield Courier, Thursday, July 2, 1885.
The following are the real estate transfers filed in the office of Register of Deeds yesterday.
R E Wallis et ux to J A Wood and H H Owen 39½ in sw qr se qr 32-32-4e: $1,200.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, July 9, 1885.

The pleasant home of Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Spotswood was, last night, the scene of a most enviable gathering of our young society people. The occasion was in honor of the Misses Sarah Bass, of Kansas City, and Sarah Gay, of St. Louis, accomplished and attractive young ladies who are visiting their aunt, Mrs. Spotswood. It was one of the jolliest companies; all restraint was banished under the royal hospitality of the entertainers. Those present were Dr. and Mrs. Emerson and Misses Nettie McCoy, Julia Smith, Libbie Whitney, Jessie Millington, Bert Morford, Hattie Stolp, Nellie and Kate Rodgers, Lizzie and Margie Wallis, Gertrude McMullen, Ida Johnston, Sadie French, Minnie Taylor, Leota Gary, Maggie Harper, Anna Hunt, Mary Hamill and Lizzie McDonald; Messrs. J. J. O’Meara, W. H. Smith, F. F. Leland, B. W. Matlack, T. J. Eaton, Eugene Wallis, Lacey Tomlin, D. H. Sickafoose, W. H. Whitney, M. H. Ewart, Byron Rudolf, Harry Bahntge, E. J. McMullen, Everett and George Schuler, James Lorton, Charles Dever, Frank Robinson, Addison Brown, Fred Ballein, S. D. Harper, and F. H. Greer. Music, cards, the “light fantastic,” and a collation of choice delicacies made the time pass most pleasantly. Mr. and Mrs. Spotswood and daughter, Miss Margie, and the Misses Bass and Gay did the honors of the evening very delightfully, and reluctantly did the guests depart, with appreciative adieu, wishing many more such happy occasions.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, July 16, 1885.
The fancy of our young folks has succumbed to equestrianism and almost every evening a bevy are out with their glossy chargers for a gallop about the city. Last night a whole platoon of health invigorators and pleasure seekers, through the horseback medium, took in the city. The beauty and grace of the ladies was almost equaled by the gallantry and comeliness of the young chaperons while the handsome horses came in for a share of womanly praise. Among the company were Misses Edith Hall, Sarah Bass, Kate Rodgers, Minnie Taylor, Sarah Gay, Anna Hunt, Bert Morford, Ida Johnston, Lizzie and Margie Wallis, Lizzie McDonald; Messrs. Lacey Tomlin, Tom J. Eaton, Eugene Wallis, Chas. S. Dever, Frank Robinson, Ed. J. McMullen, Addison Brown, and F. H. Greer. Horseback riding is one of the most graceful and invigorating accomplishments, and the young lady who makes it a frequent practice will not have to paint the roses on her cheeks and her headaches will flee into the great reservoir of nonentity. It beats sitting in the “palah” fingering the “pianah” for your best fellow. Make him take you out riding. Roller-skating, croquet, and hammock are nowhere in comparison. Girls, if you would be happy, pretty, and buxom, cultivate equestrianism. Of course, advice to the boys is ungraceful—they get afoot anyway, and don’t care a cent for rosy cheeked beauty or effeminate accomplishments. If they can steer clear of ice cream parlors, they are happy, and get off remarkably easy.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, July 30, 1885.
Mr. and Mrs. Ray Oliver’s compliments for a Progressive Euchre party in honor of their guests, Miss Lynch and Miss Criley, were accepted by a very pleasant and well selected party of young folks, Saturday, and a very interesting game was played, after which nice dishes of ice cream and delicate cakes were eaten. Mrs. Fred Hunt received a beautiful Alligator-bound book, a head prize, and Mr. Rudolf a pack of fine playing cards as the most successful gentleman, while Miss Margie and Mr. Eugene Wallis were the unfortunate ones, receiving respectively, a baby rattle and a large tin horn. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hunt, Dr. and Mrs. Emerson, Misses Sadie French, Sallie Gay, Sallie Bass, Jessie Millington, Margie and Lizzie Wallis, Clara Lynch, Corinne Criley, and Messrs. Ewart, Eaton, Wallis, Tomlin, McMullen, M. J. and Will O’Meara, Rudolf and W. H. Smith.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, July 30, 1885.

Storm or cloud, wind or cyclone, heat or cold can’t check the jollity and genuine sociability of our young folks. Facing a very elevated mercury, the presence of the Italian band imbued them, and Monday an impromptu party was given at the rink—not to dance much, you know, but just to enjoy the charming Italian music. But the charm of Terpsichore came with that of the music and round and round whirled the youth and beauty, in the mazy waltz and perspiration. The rink, with its splendid ventilation and smooth roomy floor, has a peculiar fascination for lovers of the dance, which, added to perfect and inspiring music, easily explains the enjoyment that reigned last night. The ladies, arrayed in lovely white costumes and coquettish smiles, always look bewitching on a summer evening. And right here we know the remark will be endorsed, that no city of Winfield’s size can exhibit a social circle of more beauty, intelligence, and genuine accomplishment—no foolish caste, no “codfish aristocracy,” or embarrassing prudishness. Among those present last night, our reporter noted the following, nearly all of whom “tripped the light fantastic.” Mr. and Mrs. J. F. McMullen, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Oliver, Dr. and Mrs. Emerson, Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Hosmer, Misses Bertha Williamson, Nellie Cole, S. Belle Gay, S. Gay Bass, Anna Hunt, Edith Hall, Mamie Shaw, Maggie and Mattie Harper, Gertrude and Nellie McMullen, Bert Morford, Nona Calhoun, Emma Strong, Sadie French, Lizzie and Margie Wallis, Nina Anderson, Jennie Lowry, Hattie Andrews, and Belle Bertram; Messrs. Fred C. Hunt, A. D. Speed, Willis Ritchie, D. H. Sickafoose, Amos Snowhill, S. D. and Dick Harper, Eli Youngheim, Ed J. McMullen, B. W. Matlack, T. J. Eaton, P. H. and E. C. Bertram, Everett and George Schuler, Lacey Tomlin, Byron Rudolf, P. S. Kleeman, Harry Bahntge, and George Jennings.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, August 27, 1885.
Cowley’s first extensive examination under the new law formulating the questions in the State Board of Education, shows 105 certificates out of 155 applicants—5 in the first grade, 41 in the second grade, and 50 in the third grade, as follows.
Second Grade: Bertha Wallis.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, September 10, 1885.
METHODIST CHURCH. Sunday was the occasion of the regular quarterly services and love feast and Rev. Thomas Audas, presiding elder, preached a sound sermon from the epistle of Paul to Timothy, ii:13. “Looking for that blessed hope and the glorious appearing of the Great God and our savior, Jesus Christ.” Ever since the world began, the Lord has appeared to humanity continually in various ways. We have no really correct idea of his spiritual existence. Man is a spirit and knows very little of himself spiritually. We know that our perceptions arise from the soul, but what the soul is we don’t know. We have no positive idea as to what God is—as to his existence. As we look all around us and see Him in nature, see his attributes as manifested there, we must recognize His power and wisdom. When we realize that our eyes, feeling, and every faculty is exactly adapted to the object for which it is used, we must recognize some great supreme creator, who knows all things. He is in all nature to lead men to a conception of an invisible God. Logic is the result of sin. Were there no sin, we would stand continually in the very presence of truth. Jesus is coming again—not as the babe in the manger, or a man with not a place to lay His head, but in triumph and glory. And then will be vengeance to those who obey not the gospel. This pulpit was filled in the evening by Rev. Reece, of the St. Louis Conference. The choir had new accessions in Mrs. Shaw and Miss Bertha Wallis.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, September 10, 1885.
For Rent. 6 room house with cellar, good well of water, and will rent low to a permanent tenant. Apply at Wallis & Wallis’ grocery.

Winfield Courier, Thursday, September 17, 1885.
Winfield is spreading rapidly—getting way out like a hen on thirty-two chickens, with little vacant space under the wings. Now we are to have another touch of the metropolitan. John Batchelder has bought the frame building on Wallis’ lot, where Tyner’s grocery has been, and will move it to the lot adjoining his residence, eight blocks east on Ninth avenue. He will fix it up and put in a stock of family groceries—a complete suburban store. This is certainly a novel move, and John thinks success is certain. East Winfield is the principal residence portion of the city, and its grocery patronage, if it can be caged, will be no small things.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, September 17, 1885.
The old building was moved off the lot of Wallis & Wallis, where Tyner has been, Saturday, and this firm will begin the excavation for a fine business building, to be erected at once. Curns & Manser also talk seriously of building on the lot adjoining, while Daniel Hunt will extend the Stump building back eighty feet. Verily, the city boometh.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, September 17, 1885.
The school board, at the last meeting, elected Carrie Crysler, of New York, and Bertha Wallis and Mary Randall, of Winfield, as teachers in the new central school building. There is yet one vacancy. Misses Crysler and Randall have not yet accepted.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, September 17, 1885.
Miss Bertha Wallis has accepted the second reader room in the new Central school building. Her election to the position, by the School Board, is a meritorious compliment. She is the second graduate of Winfield’s high school who has been honored with a position as teacher in our city schools. She is ambitious and bright and will fill the position with credit and satisfaction.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, September 24, 1885.
Warner & McIntyre have the contract for putting up the Wallis & Wallis and Curns & Manser buildings on South Main street.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, September 24, 1885.
Paris & Herrod, excavators of the Curns & Manser, Wallis & Wallis, and Hunt cellar, are almost done with their work, and the mason work will soon commence. The block will be a seventy-five foot front and eighty feet deep; three stories high. When completed the building will fill the vacancy between Mater’s blacksmith shop and the millinery store, which has so long been an unsightly place and a wilderness of sunflowers and other weeds. This is not all. The corner below the second hand store of Ira Kyger is owned by men of capital, who are arranging to erect a fine building thereon. And still we boom, notwithstanding the wail from other towns that times are close and nothing doing.
[COWLEY COUNTY FAIR.]
Winfield Courier, Thursday, September 24, 1885.

The Third Annual Exhibition of the Cowley County Fair & Driving Park Association opened this morning. The first day of every fair is preparation day—the day when exhibitors get their “truck” on the grounds and shape it around. So with Cowley’s Fair today. Exhibitors were as busy as bees, and by this afternoon the different “shows” were sufficiently arranged to insure the magnificence of the displays. Of course the principal attraction is the main exposition building. Here our more enterprising merchants were found working like beavers arranging displays of their wares. Gene Wallis was fitting up a booth with wares from the grocery and queensware house of Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, October 1, 1885.
The contest for J. J. Carson’s special prize of a fine hat for the best gentleman rider was competed for by Parker Hahn, George W. Miller, Dick Chase, and E. M. Chase. The judges were Mrs. A. T. Spotswood, Mrs. A. H. Doane, and Miss Margie Wallis. Mr. Miller won the prize. He threw a beautiful bouquet to the ladies just before the decision, which likely cut some figure.
Class J.—FINE ARTS. Geographical drawing, by any pupil in Cowley County. H. L. Snyder 1st, J. Wallis 2nd.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, October 1, 1885.
Wallis & Wallis have just received a crate of Lustre Band Queensware. Something new.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, October 8, 1885.
DR. G. W. CURFMAN. OFFICE over Wallis & Wallis’ grocery store, first stairway north Farmers’ Bank. Residence 1011, Church street, opposite M. E. Church.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, October 15, 1885.
Thursday night was the occasion of one of the most brilliant weddings in the history of the city, that of Mr. Ezra H. Nixon and Miss Jessie Millington, which took place at the pleasant, commodious home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Millington.
At an early hour the large double parlors, sitting room, and hall were filled almost to overflowing by the following friends.
Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Kennedy, Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Schuler, Dr. and Mrs. Geo. Emerson, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Pryor, Mr. and Mrs. S. D. Pryor, Capt. and Mrs. J. S. Hunt, Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Hunt, Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Buckman, Mr. and Mrs. S. L. Gilbert, Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Doane, Mr. and Mrs. D. L. Kretsinger, Rev. and Mrs. H. D. Gans, Col. and Mrs. J. C. McMullen, Senator and Mrs. W. P. Hackney, Mr. and Mrs. E. S. Bedilion, Mr. and Mrs. Ed P. Greer, Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Short, Judge and Mrs. T. H. Soward, Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Root, Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Webb, Senator and Mrs. J. C. Long, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Balliet, Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Bliss, Mr. and Mrs. E. S. Bliss, Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Harter, Senator and Mrs. F. S. Jennings, Mr. and Mrs. O. Branham, Mr. and Mrs. R. Oliver, Mr. and Mrs. A. A. Richards; Mesdames J. C. Fuller, A. T. Spotswood, E. P. Hickok, Ed Beeny, T. B. Myers, A. C. Bangs,         Judd, H. H. Albright; Misses Emma Strong, Sallie McCommon, Nettie R. McCoy, Annie McCoy, Anna Hunt, Margie Wallis, Lizzie Wallis, Ida Johnston, Leota Gary, Sadie French, Hattie Stolp, Lena Walrath, Minnie Taylor, Huldah Goldsmith, and Lillie Wilson; Messrs. R. E. Wallis, C. Perry, Geo. C. Rembaugh, C. F. Bahntge, W. C. Robinson, E. Wallis, Ad Brown, Lewis Brown, Ed J. McMullen, Frank H. Greer, P. H. Albright, I. L. Millington, T. J. Eaton, M. J. O’Meara, M. H. Ewart, R. B. Rudolph, M. Hahn, James Lorton, C. D. Dever, E. Schuler, F. F. Leland, Lacey Tomlin, Jos. O’Hare, Eli Youngheim, H. Sickafoose, H. Goldsmith, Moses Nixon, L. D. Zenor, and George Schuler.

At 8:30 the chatter of merry voices was ceased for a few moments and the bridal pair appeared, amid the sweet strains of Mendelsohns’ wedding march, by Miss Nettie R. McCoy. The bride was on the arm of her father and the groom accompanied by the bride’s mother. The bride looked beautiful in an exquisite costume of white Egyptian lace, with white satin slips. The groom was tastefully attired in conventional black. The ceremony, pronounced by Rev. H. D. Gans, was beautiful and impressive. The heartiest congratulations ensued and gaiety unrestrained again took possession of all. At the proper hour a banquet of choice delicacies was served and hugely enjoyed. The banquet over, an hour was spent in jovial converse, when the happy participants in a wedding most auspicious departed with renewed congratulations and wishes for a long, happy, and prosperous life for the bridal pair.
The voyage of Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Nixon certainly starts with a bright sky. The bride has grown to womanhood in Winfield, taking on, with a sweet disposition and ever active ambition, those accomplishments which most lastingly adorn. She will be greatly missed in the social circle in which she has taken such an active part for years, and especially will she be missed from the home of which she has been the principal life and light. Mr. Nixon is well known in this city, being one of its oldest residents and possessed of many sterling qualities. The happy pair leave in a few days for Medicine Lodge, where the groom is established in business, and where they will reside.
The bridal tokens were numerous, valuable, and handsome—the admiration of all who saw the array last night.
THE TOKENS AND DONORS.
Misses Margie Wallis, Lizzie Wallis, and Sadie French, silver and glass berry bowl.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, October 15, 1885.
Fresh Cranberries at Wallis & Wallis’.
Headquarters for fine glassware, Polka dot and Amberina at Wallis & Wallis’.
We can sell you a hanging lamp 30 per cent less than before. Wallis & Wallis.
Call and see the latest novelty in hanging lamps and you will have no other. Wallis & Wallis.
Just received four crates of meat, uncanvassed Hams, and Breakfast Bacon. Dry, salt, and smoked Bacon at Wallis & Wallis’.
We will for the next 60 days slaughter prices and sell glass and queensware at greatly reduced prices to avoid the trouble and expense of moving. Wallis & Wallis.
The best and largest assortment of Library Lamps ever offered to the people of Winfield and Cowley County and the latest improvements adjusted for a ceiling 12 feet down to 7 feet, and at way down prices for the next 60 days. Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, October 22, 1885.
The cellar walls of the Weitzel-Randall and the Curns and Manser-Wallis blocks, on south Main, are about finished and the main walls will soon be looming.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, October 29, 1885.
We can sell you a hanging lamp 30 per cent less than before. Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, October 29, 1885.
Call and see the latest novelty in hanging lamps and you will have no other. Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, October 29, 1885.

We will for the next 60 days slaughter prices and sell glass and queensware at greatly reduced prices to avoid the trouble and expense of moving. Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, October 29, 1885.
The best and largest assortment of Library Lamps ever offered to the people of Winfield and Cowley County and the latest improvements adjusted for a ceiling 12 feet down to 7 feet, and way down prices for the next 60 days. Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, November 19, 1885.
R. E. Wallis, D. L. Kretsinger, and Hobe Vermilye are prospecting in Kansas County and other places in the “wild west,” to return next week.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, November 19, 1885.
W. H. Smith and sister, Miss Julia, and the Misses Lizzie and Margie Wallis, spent Sunday in Wellington, just to view the town and get a tinge of village atmosphere to break the monotony of Winfield’s lively metropolitan life.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, November 19, 1885.
Messrs. Warner & McIntire, the contractors, have under contract sixteen residence and business buildings—over sixteen thousand dollars worth in carpentry, planing, and scroll work. Their planing mill is turning out the frame and fancy work for Eaton’s buildings, the business blocks of Short, Wallis, and Curns & Manser; the Imbecile Asylum and College buildings; Charley Fuller’s residence, and numerous others, with more to follow. Their mill is full of work, clear to the brim.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, November 19, 1885.
Mr. Barr came into town last evening on horseback for a hunt, carrying his loaded shot gun. A friend stopped him in the middle of the street, opposite Wallis’ grocery. “Take my gun till I get off,” said Barr. The friend took it and had no more than got it into his hands when it went off. It happened to be pointing a little upward and the charge went into the top of a brick building; otherwise, it would have done some serious damage. Don’t monkey around in town with a loaded gun.
[WINFIELD CITY COUNCIL.]
Winfield Courier, Thursday, November 26, 1885.
Wallis & Wallis were granted a building permit for lot 6, blk 130.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, November 26, 1885.
The spacious parlors of Mrs. J. E. Platter’s home were the scene of a very enjoyable gathering Friday evening. An opportunity to spend an evening in Mrs. Platter’s pleasant home is always delightfully received. The occasion was for the organization of a Literary and Social Society to meet semi-monthly during the winter, composed principally of young folks, with a sprinkling of ripened age as an agreeable balance. Mrs. E. D. Garlick was elected president; Mrs. J. E. Platter, vice-president; P. T. Bertram, secretary, and Addison Brown, treasurer. The committee on literary program—Misses Belle Linn and Ida Johnston; Messrs. S. D. Harper and Moore Tanner. On music—Misses Pearl Van Doren and Bertha Wallis. During the evening, a large variety of stereopticon views were a source of pleasing and instructive entertainment. The place of the first regular meeting of the Society, at the home of one of the members, will be announced in THE COURIER.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, December 17, 1885.

One of the pleasantest parties of the season assembled at the hospitable home of Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Hunt last Saturday evening to celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of their wedding. The spacious rooms were well filled and the host and hostess were everywhere present with their careful attentions which, seconded by Miss Anna, made the enjoyment complete. During the evening the Rev. Mr. Reider was brought forward and in a neat and appropriate speech presented to the host and hostess a beautiful set of silverware as a testimonial of the high appreciation of the contributors for the recipients, accompanied by a card with the compliments of the following: Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Wallis, Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Cooper, Mr. and Mrs. Jno. Keck, Mr. and Mrs. E. P. Hickok, Mrs. Whitney, Mrs. McClellan, Mr. and Mrs. E. S. Bliss, Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Bliss, Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Bliss, Dr. and Mrs. T. H. Elder, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Shearer, Mr. and Mrs. N. J. Young, Rev. and Mrs. Reider, Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Millington, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Fuller, Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Schuler, Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Silliman, Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Soward, Mr. and Mrs. Col. Whiting, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Brown, Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Baird, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Albro, Mr. and Mrs. M. G. Troup, Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. D. Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. G. L. Rinker, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Dalton, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Pryor, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Johnston, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Emerson, Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Mann, Mr. and Mrs. Jno. Crane, Mr. and Mrs. H. S. Silver, Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Hendricks, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. McDermott, Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Arment, Mr. and Mrs. G. S. Manser, Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Handy, Mr. and Mrs. C. Collins, Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Pickens, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. McGraw, Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Friend, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Crippen, Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Wallace, Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Carson, Dr. and Mrs. W. T. Wright, Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Austin. This silver tea set embraced cake basket, berry dish, six teaspoons, and sugar spoon. Dr. and Mrs. Geo Emerson, pearl card case. Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Hunt, silver fruit dish.
Capt. Hunt responded as happily as the emotions of this surprise would permit.
A magnificent collation was placed before the guests, which was highly enjoyed, and after music and other entertainments, the party dispersed with many thanks to their entertainers for the pleasures of the evening. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Wallis, Mr. and Mrs. H. S. Silver, Mr. and Mrs. John Keck, Mr. and Mrs. E. P. Hickok, Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Silliman, Mr. and Mrs. Col. Whiting, Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Handy, Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Carson, Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Austin, Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Wallace, Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Arment, Dr. and Mrs. W. T. Wright, Mrs. McClellan, Mrs. Whitney, Sr., and Mrs. A. E. Baird, Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Schuler, Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Shearer, Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Soward, Rev. and Mrs. J. H. Reider, Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Bliss, Mr. and Mrs. G. S. Manser, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Brown, Mr. and Mrs. M. G. Troup, Mr. and Mrs. James McDermott, Mr. and Mrs. Jno. Crane, Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Hendricks, Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Millington, Mr. and Mrs. S. D. Pryor, Dr. and Mrs. T. H. Elder, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. McRaw, Mr. and Mrs. Elbert Bliss, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Fuller, Dr. and Mrs. Emerson, Mr. and Mrs. C. Collins, Mr. and Mrs. Spencer Bliss, Mrs. J. A. Cooper, Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Hunt.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, December 24, 1885.

The Social and Literary circle met Friday eve at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Baird and passed two or three hours most pleasantly. The literary program was highly entertaining and instructive, and notwithstanding the tender age of the Society, the individual efforts of its members on last evening show the vim, interest, and determined spirit which animates them in the discharge of their duties. The vocal duet, “Larboard Watch,” was very nicely given by Misses Josie Pixley and Bertha Wallis.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, December 24, 1885.
The G. O. Club met Thursday eve in the very agreeable home of Miss Mary Randall. It was a thoroughly enjoyable party of our liveliest young folks, proving conclusively that the young ladies are adepts in arranging social gatherings. Those who enjoyed the occasion were: Misses Josie Bottom, of Ponca; Margie Wallis, Hattie Stolp, Leota Gary, Emma Strong, Jennie Lowry, Nona Calhoun, Bert Morford, Eva Dodds, Minnie Taylor, Ida Johnston, Nellie Rodgers, Anna McCoy, and May Hodges; Messrs. Harry Dent, of Ponca; P. H. Albright, Chas. F. and Harry Bahntge, Willis A. Ritchie, P. S. Hills, Ed. J. McMullen, George Jennings, Will Hodges, Fred Ballein, Harry Sickafoose, Frank N. Strong, Lacey Tomlin, Addison Brown, Livey Buck, and Frank H. Greer.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, December 24, 1885.
For years past there has been a considerable frigidity between Winfield and Arkansas City society. Why this was, couldn’t be explained. Invitations to social events of note passed back and forth, but fell on the desert air. The ice had got to be a foot thick. It is now broken: completely melted, on the part of Winfield. Friday night did it. It was the occasion of a ball and banquet by the Knights of Pythias, of Arkansas City. This Lodge is composed of many of the Terminus’ most prominent men. A number of Winfield’s young folks determined to participate, in answer to hearty invitations. A very happy and mutually agreeable party was made up, as follows. Mrs. Riddell and Misses Julia Smith, Margie and Lizzie Wallis, Sadie French, Jennie Lowry, Emma Strong, Nona Calhoun, Bert Morford, and Anna Hunt; Messrs. J. L. M. Hill, E. B. Wingate, Willis A. Ritchie, Wm. D. Carey, Tom J. Eaton, Chas. F. and Harry Bahntge, Byron Rudolph, P. H. Albright, George Jennings, Eli Youngheim, and THE COURIER scribe. They went down on the K. C. & S. W., arriving at 7 o’clock, and were handsomely received.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, December 31, 1885.
Prof. Rice, Prof. Limerick, and Miss Bertha Wallis left Monday for Topeka to attend the annual meeting of the State Teachers Association, which convenes Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Prof. Gridley and Misses Fannie and Louie Stretch went up Saturday.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, December 31, 1885.
The G. O. Club has out neat invitations for its meeting with the Misses Lizzie and Margie Wallis New Year’s eve. The place of meeting is evidence that it will be a most pleasurable gathering—a happy ending of the old year.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, December 31, 1885.
We want to dispose of our entire stock of groceries, glass, and queensware, wooden and willow ware. We have been in business here nine years and the large trade we have built up will go with it. Other business interests demand our sole attention, hence our reason for selling. Our stock will run about $4,000 and lease the store room. Terms easy.
Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 7, 1886.

Once again have the wedding chimes echoed. Ever since the announcement of the intended marriage of Mr. B. W. Matlack and Miss Gertrude McMullen, society has been on the qui vive in anticipation of the brilliant affair. Its date was New Year’s Day—the starting of a new year, with all its bright prospects and happy hopes. What time could be more appropriate for the joining of two souls with but a single thought? As the cards signaled, the wedding occurred at the elegant residence of Col. J. C. McMullen, uncle of the bride.
THE GUESTS. Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Doane, Mr. and Mrs. E. S. Bliss, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Fuller, Mr. and Mrs. Chancey Hewitt, Mr. and Mrs. Dr. Wright, Mr. and Mrs. E. P. Greer, Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Soward, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Miller, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Albro, Mr. and Mrs. Dr. Gull, Mr. and Mrs. E. S. Torrance, Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Silliman, Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Wood, Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Bliss, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Rembaugh, Mr. and Mrs. Fred C. Hunt, Mr. and Mrs. Sam D. Pryor, Mr. and Mrs. John D. Pryor, Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Millington, Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Hackney, Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Carson, Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Smith, Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Cole, Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Blair. Arkansas City: Mr. and Mrs. S. Matlack, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Searing, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Topliff, Mrs. E. H. Wilson, Mrs. M. L. Matlack, Mrs. A. M. Clevenger, and Miss Lucy Walton. Misses Minnie Taylor, Josie Pixley, Ida Trezise, Lena Walrath, Alice Bishop, Mary Bryant, Mary Berkey, May Hodges, Hattie Stolp, and Leota Gary. Messrs. Judge Jay J. Buck, of Emporia; George and Everett Schuler, Will Hodges, Robert Hudson, Eli Youngheim, Jos. O’Hare, S. and P. Kleeman, Henry Goldsmith, E. Wallis, Addison Brown, Tom J. Eaton, Lacey Tomlin, Dr. C. E. Pugh, Frank Robinson, Lewis Brown, Will Robinson, James Lorton, Amos Snowhill, Livey J. Buck, Harry Sickafoose, and Frank H. Greer.
THE TOKENS AND DONORS.
Pair French gall urns, Lizzie, Margie, and Eugene Wallis.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 7, 1886.
The G. O. Club started the ball on a highly spirited roll New Year’s eve, in its party in the very pleasant home of the Misses Lizzie and Margie Wallis, whose admirable entertaining qualities are highly appreciated by all who have ever spent an evening in their home. Those present Thursday eve were: Misses Ora Worden, of Garnett, Mary Randall, Anna Hunt, Leota Gary, Anna McCoy, Minnie Taylor, Hattie Stolp, Bert Morford, Nona Calhoun, Ida Johnston, Nellie and Kate Rodgers, Maggie Harper, Mary Berkey, Julia Smith, and Eva Dodds; Messrs. Eugene Wallis, Frank N. Strong, Chas. F. and Harry Bahntge, Everett and George Schuler, Lacey Tomlin, Ed J. McMullen, L. J. Buck, Frank Robinson, F. F. Leland, G. E. Lindsley, L. B. Davis of Chicago, Addison Brown, Will E. Hodges, Harry Sickafoose, Tom J. Eaton, A. F. Hopkins, and Frank H. Greer. Restraint, under the pleasant entertainment of the Misses Wallis, is always unknown. So it was on this occasion. Everybody “turned themselves loose” and ended the old year in supreme jollity. Dancing, cards, a choice repast, with unadulterated “Gab Only,” made the evening fly on rapid wings, with the wish for many more just like it.
NEW YEAR’S CALLERS. At a number of places the preparations were great, with grand banquets, among these being the home of Mrs. Black, she being admirably assisted in receiving by Mrs. B. H. Riddell, Mrs. A. C. Bangs, Mrs. Ada Perkins, and the Misses Lizzie and Margie Wallis, who had sent out neat “at homes” and entertained over fifty guests.
R. E. Wallis, Jr., E. M. Meech, and Hobe Vermilye held an “open house.”

Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 7, 1886.
Last night was the eleventh anniversary of Dr. and Mrs. Emerson’s marriage. For years back they have celebrated their wedding anniversary with a social gathering, and this New Years was no exception.
Among their guests: Misses Lizzie and Margie Wallis and R. E. Wallis, Jr.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 7, 1886.
The Curns & Manser, Wallis & Wallis, Irve Randall, and other business blocks are going right up and will be ready for occupancy in the early spring.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 7, 1886.
The magnificent new addition to the Central Ward school building is finished and is now occupied by Prof. Rice, with the high school, the departments of Miss Jessie Stretch, Miss Gregg, and Miss Bertha Wallis. The interior finish is fully as complete and neat as the exterior. This additional room greatly lessens the jam the schools have experienced this year so far. And yet we haven’t school room enough. There is not a city in the State that shows a handsomer and more commodious school building than our Central Ward building, as now completed. It is a beauty and a joy forever—an honor to the city and the personal pride of every citizen.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 14, 1886.
Just received four crates of meat, uncanvassed. Hams and Breakfast Bacon, dry, salt, and smoked Bacon at Wallis & Wallis’.
We will for the next 60 days slaughter prices and sell glass and queensware at greatly reduced prices to avoid the trouble and expense of moving. Wallis & Wallis.
All parties indebted to us will please settle before the 20 inst. as our demand for money is urgent. Wallis & Wallis.
Contemplating a change very soon and in order to settle up our business, we will slaughter prices and sell for cash until we close out. Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 14, 1886.
The words cementing two more hearts have been pronounced, and Mr. Lewis Brown and Miss Lena Walrath are no longer known singly. The happy event wedding them was celebrated last night, at the well appointed home of the bride’s brother and sister, Mr. and Mrs. C. Collins.
THE REMEMBRANCES. Silver cake basket, Nellie and Kate Rodgers, Bertha Wallis, Bessie Handy, Lola Silliman, and Maud Kelly.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 14, 1886.

The agreeable home of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Miller was a lively scene Tuesday evening. It was the occasion of the twentieth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Miller, which fact was unknown to the guests until their arrival, making the event all the more appropriate and lively. It was one of the jolliest gatherings of married people, old and young, composed as follows, as near as we can recall: Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Millington, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Fuller, Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Hackney, Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Hunt, Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Harter, Dr. and Mrs. T. B. Tandy, Dr. and Mrs. Geo. Emerson, Mr. and Mrs. S. D. Pryor, Col. and Mrs. Wm. Whiting, Mr. and Mrs. Ed G. Cole, Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Doane, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Balliet, Mr. and Mrs. Handy, Mr. and Mrs. O. Branham, Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell, Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Carson, Mr. and Mrs. F. S. Jennings, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. McMullen, Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Wallis, Mr. and Mrs. E. P. Greer, Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Lynn, Mr. and Mrs. Warren Stone, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Buford, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Warner, Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Baird, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Albro, Mrs. Alice Bishop, Mrs. Scothorn, Mrs. R. B. Waite, Mrs. Hartwell, Mrs. A. T. Spotswood, Mr. Wm. Whiting, Mr. J. R. Brooks, and Mr. D. Taylor. The warm-hearted hospitality of Mr. and Mrs. Miller was at its best, and their admirable entertainment made the freest and heartiest enjoyment. The collation was exceptionally excellent. In the folding doors was a handsome banner inscribed 1866-1886, indicative of the anniversary. Not till after twelve o’clock did the guests depart, in the realization of having spent one of the happiest evenings of the winter.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 21, 1886.
The G. O. Club had a very delightful meeting Thursday eve in the pleasant home of Miss Mary Berkey. The sleet and rain didn’t brook many of the members. Arthur Bangs’ cabs were brought out and headed off the weather. It was a jolly gathering, composed of Misses Ida Ritchie, Anna Johnson, Mattie Harrison, Ora Worden, Lizzie and Margie Wallis, Nellie and Kate Rodgers, Ida Johnston, Minnie Taylor, and Josie Pixley; Messrs. A. F. Hopkins, Tom J. Eaton, Willis A. Ritchie, Everett T. and Geo. H. Schuler, G. E. Lindsley, L. J. Buck, J. W. Spindler, Ed J. McMullen, Addison Brown, and Frank H. Greer. The entertainment of Miss Mary Berkey, nicely assisted by her sisters, Mrs. Bishop and Miss Eva, was most agreeable. Various amusements, supplemented by music and a choice luncheon, made the evening pass very happily to all.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 21, 1886.
A pleasant party met at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Wallis Tuesday eve and were charmingly entertained by the host and hostess and their four vivacious daughters. After a session of general conversation and a very excellent and elaborate collation, the company retired with a high sense of enjoyment. Those present as far as now occurs to us were: Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Pryor, Dr. and Mrs. Evans, Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Hunt, Mr. and Mrs. Journey, Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Doane, Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Horning, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Oliver, Mr. and Mrs. H. Brown, Mr. and Mrs. E. Beeny, Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Carson, Dr. and Mrs. Geo. Emerson, Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Baird, Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Millington, Hon. and Mrs. W. P. Hackney, Col. and Mrs. J. C. McMullen, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. McMullen, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Bullen, Mr. and Mrs. S. Lowe, Mr. and Mrs. D. L. Kretsinger, Mrs. Col. Whiting, Mrs. Will Whiting, Mrs. A. T. Spotswood, Mr. G. H. Allen, and Miss Agnes Lynch, Wichita.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 28, 1886.

Never did Winfield have a more successful and thoroughly pleasurable social event than last Thursday night at the Opera House, the fifth annual Bal Masque of the Pleasant Hour Club. It was the talk of the town from the issuing of the invitations and fully met the fondest expectations. The enthusiasm of the city’s young society people has been warm all winter—keener than for years, which insures supreme enjoyment of their every social gathering. But of course this was the eclat affair, as to arrangements and anticipation. By 9 o’clock the maskers, under the expeditious carriage accommodation of Arthur Bangs, were about all present, and the hall represented a novel and romantically interesting scene. The devil and the heavenly angel, wings and all, pooled issues and consorted as though the millennium was indeed at hand. The peasant and the lord clasped arms and drowned all distinction, while Uncle Sam watched the antics of the clown, the Castle Garden twins, and pussy kids with a satisfaction banishing all weights of state. At a little past nine, the grand promenade was formed and then the fun for the large audience of spectators, as well as for the weird and ghostly maskers, began in earnest.
Mrs. C. L. Harter, Mrs. Ray Oliver, and Misses Lizzie and Margie Wallis concealed their identity as a lively quartette of black dominos, with church spire crowns. Nobody “caught on”—impossible with such a complete covering. Miss Lizzie also appeared as The Daughter of the Regiment, with a neat suit of stars and stripes.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 28, 1886.
The W. C. T. U. will meet Tuesday evening at 4 o’clock, with Mrs. Olmstead, over Wallis & Wallis’ store.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, February 4, 1886.
The G. O. Club gave one of the most pleasurable parties of the winter series in the commodious home of Misses Nellie and Kate Rodgers, Thursday evening. It was a bad night, but with the excellent hack facilities of Arthur Bangs, the elements were conquered and by nine o’clock the following very jolly crowd were present: Mrs. M. Hite, Mrs. A. D. Hendricks and Miss Laura, Misses Sallie Bass, Ida Ritchie, Mattie Harrison, Nona Calhoun, Bert Morford, Ida Johnston, Lizzie and Margie Wallis, Leota Garry, Nellie Cole, Maggie Harper, Anna McCoy, Mary Randall, Eva Dodds, and Mary Berkey; Messrs. G. E. Lindsley, F. and Harry Bahntge, Frank N. Strong, P. S. Hills, A. F. Hopkins, R. E. Wallis, Jr., Will E. Hodges, Everett T. and Geo. H. Schuler, Lacey Tomlin, Wm. D. Carey, and Frank H. Greer. For novelty, all were accompanied by a sheet and pillow case, and the first half hour witnessed only ambling phantoms, whose ghostly presence was weird and mysterious. But a little of the ghost business was enough, and soon all were happily mingling in their natural array. Music, the light fantastic, cards, and various appropriate amusements, with an excellent luncheon, filled in the time most enjoyable until 12 o’clock. The Misses Rodgers are very admirable entertainers, graceful and jolly, and made a genuine freedom among their guests most acceptable.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, February 4, 1886.
Weekly report of tardiness for week ending Jan. 29, 1886.
CENTRAL BUILDING. 2nd Primary. Teacher: Bertha Wallis. Tardiness: 14.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, February 11, 1886.
John M. Keck is catching onto the surety of our boom and investing largely. His last purchase is the Wallis & Wallis new business block opposite the St. James, for $5,500. The building is not quite finished.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, February 11, 1886.
R. E. Wallis, Sr., is off for Richfield, where he will open a merchandise establishment. R. E., Jr., will continue the business here. Misses Lizzie and Margie will likely go out in a few weeks to enjoy the thrilling romance of “holding down a claim.”
Winfield Courier, Thursday, February 18, 1886.

Certainly there could be no happier occasion than that at the elegant and spacious home of C. F. Bahntge, Thursday. It was the bi-weekly party of the G. O. club. The popularity of Misses Bert Morford and Nona Calhoun and Messrs. Chas. F. and Harry Bahntge as entertainers was fully sustained—warm-hearted, graceful, lively and free, a manner that completely banished all restraint and made supreme gaiety unalloyed.
The guests were: Dr. and Mrs. Geo. Emerson, Mrs. A. T. Spotswood, and Mrs. B. H. Riddell; Misses Ida Ritchie, Mattie Harrison, Sallie Bass, Jennie Hane, Anna Hunt, Mary Randall, Mary Berkey, Emma Strong, Leota Gary, Nettie and Anna McCoy, Ida Johnston, Nell and Kate Rodgers, Nellie Cole, Hattie Stolp, Eva Dodds, and Lizzie and Margie Wallis; Messrs. J. L. M. Hill, P. H. Albright, G. E. Lindsley, Will E. Hodges, Byron Rudolf, Everett T. and George H. Schuler, Ed. J. McMullen, Lacey T. Tomlin, Tom J. Eaton, Willis A. Ritchie, Harry Sickafoose, Wm. D. Carey, Frank N. Strong, Frank F. Leland, Ivan A. Robinson, Addison Brown, and Frank H. Greer.
The appointments of this richly furnished and very agreeable home are splendidly adapted to a gathering of this kind. The Roberts Orchestra was present with its charming music and the joyous guests indulged in the “mazy” to their heart’s content, mingling cards and tete-a-tete. The collation was especially excellent and bounteous. Nothing but the ancient “wee sma” hours abridged the gaiety, when all departed with warmest appreciation of their delightful entertainers.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, February 18, 1886.
No dance affords as much well-bred hilarity and genuine enjoyment, for an evening, as the German. It is purely a social arrangement, mingling novelty most acceptable. Highly pleasurable indeed was the “German” reception of Miss Ida Johnston last night. The appointments of this richly furnished and truly elegant home, for such an occasion, was perfect. The large double parlors, with their canvas-covered floor, gave ample scope for the many amusing figures of the German. The figures were admirably led by Willis A. Ritchie and Miss Mattie Harrison, assisted by Frank F. Leland and Miss Ida Ritchie, and, though some were quite intricate, went off without a break. Besides those mentioned, the guests were: Mr. and Mrs. B. W. Matlack, Mrs. B. H. Riddell; Misses Jennie Hane, Sallie Bass, Lizzie and Margie Wallis, Nellie Cole, Nona Calhoun, Anna Hunt, Bert Morford, and Maggie Harper; Messrs. Byron Rudolf, Chas. F. and Harry Bahntge, Addison Brown, M. J. O’Meara, Will E. Hodges, Everett T. and George H. Schuler, Lacey T. Tomlin, Tom J. Eaton, Ed. J. McMullen, and Frank H. Greer. The ladies were all in beautiful costume and the gentlemen brought out the swallow tail for the first time this winter. Master Archie Olmstead furnished the piano music and his excellent time elicited much appreciation. The favors were numerous, “cute” and appropriate. The excellent collation formed a very interesting supplement. Miss Johnston is an admirable entertainer, easy, genial, and graceful, and, agreeably assisted by her mother, afforded all one of the pleasantest evenings of the winter. This home is one of the most complete and commodious in the city, giving splendid opportunity for receptions. This was the first German of the winter. It proved such a delightful novelty that others will likely be given before the “light fantastic” season is ended. To those familiar with the various “round dances,” the German is the acme of the Terpsichorean art, fashionable, graceful, and gay.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, February 18, 1886.

The home of Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Pixley, 221 west 7th, was a happy scene Monday evening. It was a reception given by Misses Minnie and Estella Pixley—a gathering of Masters and Misses of that gay age to which all look back as the most genuinely enjoyable and hilarious of life—almost the last step to the threshold of womanhood and manhood; the days of reveling in the first thoughts of a “best birl” or a gallant “beau.” Yes, we can all remember what immense times we had in those days—days that will never return, but always remain among our brightest memories. Such a party was that last night—free from restraint and stilted dignity—all in for a good time; and they had it. Those participating were Misses Maggie Bedilion, Lillie Wilson, Mabel Myers, Willie Wallis, Maud Pickens, Mattie Tulley, Margaret Spotswood, Mamie and Nona Greer, Pearl Van Doren, Anna Doane, Pauline Baird, Eva Berkey; Masters Willie Farringer, Fletcher Johnson, Dick Harper, Fred Wilber, Frank Wilber, Fay Latham, Malcolm McDonald, Wallie Johnson, Willie Doane, Dudley Eaton, Harry Park, Gus McMullen, John Pugh, George Gary.
The nicely furnished home of Mr. and Mrs. Pixley is well arranged for such a gathering. Misses Minnie and Stella, pleasantly assisted by their sisters, Misses Josie and Louise, did the honors of the occasion very gracefully. Music and various amusements, supplemented by a choice luncheon, filled the evening delightfully to all.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, February 18, 1886.
All parties indebted to us will please settle before the 20 inst., as our demand for money is urgent. Wallis & Wallis.
Contemplating a change very soon and in order to settle up our business, we will slaughter prices and sell for cash until we close out. Wallis & Wallis.
Pure Maple Syrup and B W Flour at Wallis & Wallis.
Fresh Cranberries at Wallis & Wallis’.
Oranges, Lemons, Figgs [Figs], and candies, fresh and fine at Wallis & Wallis.
Headquarters for fine glassware, Polkadot and Amberina at Wallis & Wallis’.
SOLID FACTS. We will, for the next 30 days, sell glass and queensware at strictly cost, for cash, and groceries at way down prices to avoid the trouble and expense of moving.
WALLIS & WALLIS.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, February 25, 1886.

Mrs. M. L. Whitney, assisted by her daughter, Miss Libbie, and son, W. R., entertained a number of guests last evening at their pleasant an agreeable home on South Mansfield, in that easy and pleasant manner that is sure to make all feel at home. The evening was spent in social pastime and amusements. Such social gatherings are a source of much pleasure to all participating, and this one will long be remembered as among the delightful society evenings of this city. Refreshments of the choicest kind were partaken of, and all went home with the satisfaction of having enjoyed themselves. The following were present: Mr. and Mrs. Henry Brown, Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. I. W. Randall, Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Horning, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Beeny, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Miller, Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Carson, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Brown, Mr. and Mrs. S. D. Pryor, Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. McMullen, Mr. and Mrs. B. W. Matlack, Dr. and Mrs. Evans, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. McMullen, Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Webb, Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Hunt, Dr. and Mrs. Tandy, Captain and Mrs. Hunt, Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Schuler, Mrs. Riddle, Mrs. E. Wallis, Mrs. A. T. Spotswood, and Misses Nellie and Alice Aldrich, Miss Hamill, Miss Maggie Taylor, Miss Nettie McCoy, Messrs. J. L. M. Hill, L. M. Williams, and Rev. J. C. Miller.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, February 25, 1886.
Monday Mr. and Mrs. Geo. W. Miller entertained, in honor of Mr. Miller’s forty-fourth birthday, a large number of old folks. Last evening their pleasant home was again open, on behalf of Joe C. Miller and Jno. R. Brooks, and was the occasion of a very happy gathering of young folks. Those whose presence contributed to the gaiety of the evening were: Misses Anna McCoy, Minnie Taylor, Leota Gary, Anna Hunt, Josie and Lulu Pixley, Mary and Eva Berkey, Ella Randall, Nellie McMullen, Mattie Reider, Ida Ritchie, Mattie Harrison, Margie and Lizzie Wallis, Jennie Hane, Maggie Harper, Hattie Stolp, Bessie Handy, Bert Morford, Nona Calhoun, Ella Wilson, Sallie Bass, Alma Smock, Carrie Christie; Messrs. Elder Vawter, W. E. Hodges, Ed J. McMullen, Lacey T. Tomlin, Thos. J. Johnston, Willis A. Ritchie, Addison Brown, Everett T. and Geo. H. Schuler, Jas. Lorton, Frank H. Greer, Chas. Slack, Eugene Wallis, J. W. Spindler, Geo. Lindsley, Phil. Kleeman, F. F. Leland, C. F. Bahntge, Harry Bahntge, Dr. Stine, and A. L. Schultz.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, March 4, 1886.
Miss Lizzie Wallis returned Saturday evening from a very pleasant week at Wichita, visiting Miss Clara Lynch and others.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, March 4, 1886.
Dixon, the restaurant and candy man on the corner of 8th and Main, has leased for three years the building now occupied by Wallis & Wallis, and will put in a bakery, ice cream, etc., April first, when Wallis & Wallis move to their new building on south Main.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, March 4, 1886.
The Chautauqua Union held a very enjoyable meeting Friday evening in the capacious home of Mr. and Mrs. G. S. Manser. An interesting literary and musical program was rendered, notable in which were the duet by Mr. Slack and Dr. Guy, with piano accompaniment by Miss Bertha Wallis; the Chautauqua, a splendidly edited paper by Moore Tanner and a recitation by Mamie Greer. The Chautauqua sparkled all over and exhibited much natural tact and application. The genial entertainment of Mr. and Mrs. Manser made the heartiest sociability. This Union, including old and young, is one of the city’s most beneficial and pleasurable societies. Its next meeting convenes in two weeks, with Mrs. Frank K. Raymond.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, March 11, 1886.

We all get shot occasionally—by the cameo. Nothing interests us more than to know where we can get a facsimile of ourselves that will do us justice, if not flatter. That Winfield has a Photographic Gallery absolutely unsurpassed by any outside of the large eastern metropolis, both in artistic work and fashionably furnished and roomy apartments, is now full established. The gallery of M. F. Kelly, over Wallis & Wallis’, has been enlarged and elegantly re-appointed. The two front rooms have been added and handsomely furnished, making large parlors as neat and attractive as those of any private home. Beautiful carpets, mats, stands, upholstered furniture, and elaborate wall adornment make a reception room in harmony with the superior work and reputation of this gallery. Though here but little over a year, Mr. Kelly has established himself as a photographer unexcelled, as his large custom and displays fully attest. This elegantly furnished reception room, etc., has been badly needed and is the cap sheaf to a first-class gallery in every respect. Mr. Kelly’s scenic effects and diversified apparatus, for any kind of photography, are ample to suit the most fastidious tastes. He turns out all kinds of work from the smallest “gem” to the imposing portrait in crayon, water colors, or oil, in a manner unexcelled and giving perfect satisfaction. Drop in and view his new apartments and elaborate display of art. And remember, when you want to “sit” for a picture highly creditable to the original and the artist, you will choose the gallery of M. F. Kelly every time. The most courteous and painstaking treatment will always greet you.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, March 18, 1886.
The G. O. Club gave another of its very enjoyable parties last evening in the agreeable home of Miss Anna Hunt. The juicy consistency of real estate didn’t interfere in the least with the attendance. Cabs were out and annihilated any weather inconvenience. Those participating in the gaiety of the evening were: Dr. and Mrs. Geo. Emerson, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Balliet, Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Cole, Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Webb, and Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Hunt; Misses Nettie and Anna McCoy, Lizzie and Margie Wallis, Ida Ritchie, Nellie Cole, Maggie Harper, Ida Johnston, Mary Berkey, Eva Dodds, Hattie Stolp, Minnie Taylor, and Leota Gary; Messrs. C. A. Bower, A. G. Haltinwanger, Frank F. Leland, Addison Brown, Charles F. and Harry Bahntge, Otto Weile, Willis A. Ritchie, Lacey T. Tomlin, H. D. Sickafoose, G. E. Lindsley, P. S. Hills, James Lorton, Eugene Wallis, Will E. Hodges, George Schuler, and Frank H. Greer.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, March 18, 1886.
R. E. Wallis, Sr., is home from Richfield. He has several buildings nearing completion in that rustling burg. Richfield has taken on a growth surpassing any other of the numerous western towns. Misses Lizzie and Margie Wallis will go out to locate on their “claims” about April 1st.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, March 18, 1886.
Groceries at cost, a stock clean and fresh. Queensware 10 per cent below cost, and a big stock of fine vases at 50 cents on the dollar at Wallis & Wallis’.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, March 18, 1886.
D. L. Kretsinger and R. E. Wallis, Sr., left again Tuesday for Richfield, to look after varied interests there.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, March 18, 1886.
Must quit business by April 1st, and our big stock of Groceries, Queensware, and Glassware must go! The greatest bargains ever offered in Winfield. Call early.
Wallis & Wallis.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, March 18, 1886.
Stop! Think!! Meditate!!! on the great slaughter of prices at Wallis & Wallis’ closing out sale. A big, fresh, and clean stock at a big sacrifice.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, March 18, 1886.

Wallis & Wallis have determined to locate at Richfield for this summer, at least, and for this purpose throw their large grocery and queensware stock on the market at slaughter sale. This is the best opportunity for bargains offered in Winfield. Their goods must go by April 1st, as advertised elsewhere. The groceries go at cost and the fine, large stock of queensware and glassware at 10 per cent, less than cost, with a large lot of beautiful vases at 50 cents on the dollar. This stock is all fresh and clean—representing one of the best and oldest grocery firms of the city, a firm that always has done exactly as it advertised. It won’t take long for such a stock to go at these prices. The rush will be great and those wanting the best bargains and selections should call early.
[RICHFIELD LEADER CLIPS.]
Winfield Courier, Thursday, March 25, 1886.
Sam Stivers has rented the Wallis building and will open up a restaurant next week.
Mr. R. E. Wallis has his residence in the west part of town enclosed and himself and carpenters, together with Hobe Vermilye and hands are occupying part of it and Dave Harter and family the other rooms.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, March 25, 1886.
The most fashionable novelty is five o’clock luncheon, a full-dress reception of ladies only, for tea and an hour or two of social chat, such as only ladies, when untrammeled by the awkward presence of men—who were never made to talk—can enjoy. Last evening Winfield had the first full-fledged introduction of this pleasurable novel. It was a reception by Mrs. A. H. Doane and Mrs. D. L. Kretsinger, two of the city’s most delightful entertainers, at the home of Mrs. Doane. A little after four the invited guests began to arrive and by 5 o’clock the parlors were a scene of the liveliest mirth and social freedom, the following prominent ladies being present: Mesdames C. H. Taylor, C. L. Harter, Ray Oliver, George Raymond, George Rembaugh, J. F. Balliet, G. H. Buckman, O. Branham, W. H. Albro, Ela Albright, E. M. Albright, J. J. Carson, L. M. Williams, J. A. Eaton, J. C. Miller, Col. McMullen, J. F. McMullen, B. W. Matlack, C. C. Collins, Henry Brown, Lewis Brown, J. H. Tomlin, E. P. Young, J. N. Young, Dr. Van Doren, M. J. Darling, W. H. Shearer, R. E. Wallis, D. A. Millington, Wm. Mullen, H. L. Holmes, W. P. Hackney, Dr. Brown, M. L. Robinson, Geo. Robinson, S. D. Pryor, Dr. Emerson, M. L. Whitney, J. L. Horning, J. D. Pryor, Geo. W. Miller, Edwin Beeny, Frank Doane, and Miss Lena Oliver. At the appointed hour a luncheon of choice delicacies, with a sprinkling of appropriate substantials, was bounteously and gracefully served. It was one of the happiest gatherings imaginable. The ladies were all handsomely and fashionably attired. By half past six all had departed, realizing the pleasantest reception for many a day. The main object of the “five o’clock luncheon” is to dissipate the inconveniences of the “fashionable call,” where all is prim form, with little opportunity for forming genuine friendships. It is certainly a most admirable mode of widening friendships among the ladies of the city, as all will attest who experienced the very agreeable hospitality of Mrs. Doane and Mrs. Kretsinger, on this occasion.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, March 25, 1886.
The old Stump building on South Main is being transformed into a fine looking business building, extending 60 feet back, with new front and mostly new walls. Added to the splendid buildings of Wallis & Wallis, Curns & Manser, and Will Hudson, it makes an attractive solid front of a hundred feet.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, March 25, 1886.

Frazier & Harvey are rushing on the plastering on the Curns & Manser and Wallis buildings on south Main.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, April 1, 1886.
Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Doane opened their agreeable home Thursday to one of the gayest gatherings of young folks. Receptions by this popular and very social couple are always marked by the freest and most acceptable enjoyment. Their graceful entertainment admits no restraint—all go in for a genuine good time, and they always have it. Those experiencing the free-hearted hospitality of Mr. and Mrs. Doane on this occasion were Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Horning, Mr. and Mrs. D. L. Kretsinger, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Oliver, Mr. and Mrs. Frank W. Doane; Mrs. E. H. Nixon, Mrs. B. H. Riddell; Misses Nettie and Anna McCoy, Margie Wallis, Nellie McMullen, Ida Ritchie, Leota Gary, Jennie Hane, Sadie French, Anna Hunt, Jennie Bangs, Ida Johnston, Hattie Stolp, Eva Dodds, Lena Oliver, Nellie and Kate Rodgers, Nellie Cole; Messrs. W. C. Robinson, Chas. F. and Harry Bahntge, Lacey Tomlin, James Lorton, W. A. and Walter Ritchie, Tom J. Eaton, Ed J. McMullen, Byron R. Rudolph, C. E. Vosbourgh, Addison Brown, Harry Sickafoose, Frank F. Leland, Wm. D. Carey, Ivan A. Robinson, Will E. Hodges, and Frank H. Greer. Indulging in the ever popular whist and other amusements, with the jolliest social converse, until after the serving of the choice luncheon, the music began and the Terpsichorean toe turned itself loose. The evening throughout was one of much delight, and all bid adieu fully realizing that Mr. and Mrs. Doane are foremost among the most admirable entertainers of social Winfield.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, April 1, 1886.
A large and jolly crowd was out last Thursday for a horseback ride. The move of the column was like a cavalry charge, and the sound of the hoofs of the high-stepping chargers resounded on the evening air in a way that attracted everybody, and made lots of fun and invigorating exercise for the participants, who were Misses Ida Ritchie, Nellie and Kate Rodgers, Jennie Bangs, Mary Berkey, Ida Johnston, Mattie Reider, Nellie McMullen, Margie Wallis, Messrs. Addison Brown, Lacey Tomlin, F. F. Leland, Will E. Hodges, Chas. F. Bahntge, Ward Day, Ed. J. McMullen, and Tom J. Eaton. The party raised the wind, which began to hurl clouds of dust, as the evening advanced, being the only alloy to the event’s pleasure. Winfield has some fine riders, especially among the ladies, who are rapidly acquainting themselves with the fact that no more healthful or enjoyable pastime has ever been inaugurated.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, April 1, 1886.
R. E. Wallis is in from Richfield and reports everything on a boom. He will go back just as soon as he can pack his goods and close out his store.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, April 8, 1886.
R. E. Wallis, Sr., is in from Richfield, to assist in moving his family and effects, getting off about next Monday.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, April 8, 1886.
E. B. Dickson, of the Model Restaurant, is moving into the Wallis building Friday, and will run things on a big scale as soon as fixed up.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, April 8, 1886.

Mr. and Mrs. Ray Oliver will occupy the R. E. Wallis residence during the absence of the latter family at Richfield, until fall. They moved in Thursday.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, April 8, 1886.
R. E. Wallis and family expect to leave for Richfield next Monday with the exception of Misses Bertha and Willie. Ray Oliver will occupy his residence.