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ARKANSAS CITY TRAVELER
[Starting with Wednesday, August 9, 1882 to September 27, 1882.]
STANDLEY & SWARTS, Publishers.
[KANSAS NEWS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
The stock men on the Cherokee strip are talking of another round-up to recover stray cattle. It will commence about September 1st, if at all.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882. [Editorial Column.]
The County Republican Convention met in Winfield on last Saturday, and was called to order at 10 o'clock a.m. by D. A. Millington. The temporary organization was effected by the election of Samuel Strong, of Rock, temporary Chairman, and W. D. Mowry, of Creswell, as temporary Secretary. After the appointment of the usual committees, the Convention adjourned until 1 o'clock p.m. The Convention was called to order at the appointed time, and the temporary organization was made permanent. The several committees then made their respective reports, which were acted upon, and the Convention then proceeded to the nominations of County officers. There were eighty-seven delegates in the Convention, each township being fully represented.
Gans and Jennings were nominated by acclamation. For the office of Clerk of the District Court, E. S. Bedilion was nominated by a vote of sixty-seven to twenty in favor of Mr. Millspaugh, of Vernon township.
The names of A. Limerick, of Rock; T. J. Rude, of Dexter; Mr. Albert, of Windsor; and Mrs. W. R. Caton, of Winfield; were offered as candidates for County Superintendent of Public Instruction. The vote for County Superintendent stood as follows out of a total of 87. Limerick, 44; Rude, 29; Albert, 8; Caton, 6. Mr. Limerick having received a majority of all the votes cast, was declared the nominee of the Convention.
The following named gentlemen were elected as delegates to the State Convention.
W. P. Hackney, J. S. Hunt, C. M. Scott, S. B. Fleming, G. L. Gale, S. P. Strong, Barney Shiver, and P. B. Lee.
It passed resolutions instructing for John P. St. John, first, last, and all the time. It indorsed Ingalls, Plumb, Ryan, and other Congressional nominations.
It instructed our Senators and Representatives to vote for P. B. Plumb for re-election, and demands a plank in the State platform indorsing prohibition, national legislation regulating freight fares, and asking our Senators and Representatives to vote for such legislation, and complimented the Santa Fe for the reduction of freights and fares, and asking still further reduction, and demanding the right of way for a railway from Arkansas City to Ft. Smith, and instructed for Folkes, of Sumner; Taylor, of Sedgwick; and Eastman, of Lyons.
[ADS. INNES.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
OIL PAINTINGS.
All hand work and all classes of SUBJECTS. Pictures painted to order. Specimens always on view on North Summit Street. FRED. INNES, Artist.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
MRS. FREDERICK INNES.
Licensed Accoucheuse.
Desires to inform the Ladies of Arkansas City
and vicinity, that she will attend calls
at all times.
TERMS ON APPLICATION.
Summit St., Arkansas City.
[PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Peaches are plenty.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Mr. Shuman Longsdorf is now clerking at the City Hotel.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
W. Henderson had a candy stand on the circus ground at Winfield.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Mr. Pugsley, from Winfield, will open his new harness shop this week.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Mr. Meachem's residence north of the M. E. church is about completed.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
A new barber shop will shortly open in town by Messrs. Wolfe & Miller.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Mr. Libby, one of eastern Cowley's stock men, was in the city last week.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Henry Harbaugh was nominated for County Commissioner on last Saturday.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Ed. G. Gray left on last Friday to resume work in the Kansas City Journal office.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
The Creswell Bank now rejoices in a handsomely letter sign on the windows.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
We received a pleasant call, last Saturday, from Mr. Sid Lindsay of West Bolton.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Mrs. Joe Perry returned last week from a visit to friends at Valley Mills, Indiana.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Johnny Kroenert has much improved his store by the new additions made in the past ten days.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Rev. S. B. Fleming and C. M. Scott, of this city, are attending the State Convention at Topeka today. They are delegates to the State Convention at Topeka.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
N. R. Baker, of the Commonwealth, spent Sunday in our city visiting Conductor Miller and family.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Mrs. Uriah Spray started to Sac & Fox Agency on the stage last Monday morning. Mr. Spray preceded her one week.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
The outskirts of town are dotted over with tents, the number of houses to rent being totally inadequate to supply the demand.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Messrs. Beecher & Son have just completed a building, 14 x 22 feet, story and a half, for C. Mummert, six miles east of the city.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
A. H. Limerick, of Rock township, was nominated on the first ballot by a vote of one majority over all other competitors.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Peter Pearson still keeps to the front in furniture. The wholesale department is rapidly becoming a prominent feature of his business.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
One of the fire balloons sent up at this place on the Fourth of July was picked up on the place of Mr. Lindsay, seven miles west of the city.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Hon. C. R. Mitchell left on the cars last Monday. He will visit Topeka, Lawrence, Wyan- dotte, Paola, and other Kansas towns during his absence.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Mr. J. Godfrey sold his house and two lots, through Green & Snyder, last week to a Mr. A. C. Cleveland, who will occupy the same as a residence.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
We know of nothing more suitable for a present to a friend than one of those charming oil paintings which our artist, Frederick Innes, has on view.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Mr. Frederick Innes, of this city, is busily engaged in painting landscapes. He has finished several which found a ready sale, they being a veritable art gem.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
E. D. Eddy is putting up a 14 x 18 addition to his residence and otherwise improving and renovating the same. Messrs. Beecher & Son have charge of the work.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
L. Small has purchased the Rev. Faulkner place, in the south part of the city. Of course, our real estate men, Green & Snyder, had a hand in the transaction.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
T. E. Berry with his wife and children passed through the city en route for Shawneetown, Indian Territory, at which place Mr. Berry occupies the position of Government trader.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
MARRIED. At Maple City on Monday last, Mr. Geo. Nance and Miss Venie Wilson. The young couple have the hearty wishes of the TRAVELER for a long and happy life.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Can't something be done with the weeds? Someone will get lost in the wilderness in the northeast part of town and may perish of starvation before finding their way out.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
R. A. Houghton and Frank Speers shipped four carloads of cattle to Kansas City yester- day morning. Mr. Houghton went with them, and will visit Maine before returning to this city.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
John W. French sold his house and six lots on Eighth St. to George Cunningham last week. The sale was negotiated by Green & Snyder, who realized a handsome price for the property.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
We take pleasure in calling attention to the mid-wifery card of Mrs. Fred. Innes in this issue. Mrs. Innes has had many years experience in England, and holds a diploma as a regularly qualified nurse.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
A Republican Convention will be held in this city next Saturday for nominating a repre- sentative from this district. Hon. C. R. Mitchell, of Bolton township, and S. G. Castor of Liberty township are the aspirants.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
We call attention to the specials of Howard Bros. in this issue, in which they announce their new arrival of general sporting goods. They have a full assortment of everything in this line and sportsmen will do well to give them a call.
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TOOLS, IRON, NAILS, FENCE WIRE, WAGON WOODWORK, ETC.
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GUNS, PISTOLS, ETC.
TINWARE OF EVERY DESCRIPTION.
Good Goods and low prices will ever be found at our establishment.
HOWARD BROTHERS.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
S. J. Taft, one of the solid farmers of Bolton, received a complimentary vote on last Saturday for the office of County Commissioner from this District. Mr. Taft allowed his name to go before the Convention only at the earnest solicitation of his neighbors.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Rev. J. O. Campbell, who has been filling the pulpit of the U. P. church in this city for several months past, returned to Pennsylvania yesterday, to attend another term at college. Mr. Campbell is a first-class scholar, a good speaker, and a genial gentleman, and has made hosts of warm friends during his short stay with us.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
The various school districts of the county will hold their annual meetings next Thursday, the 10th inst. Care should be taken to provide for a sufficient school term, taught by a first- class teacher.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Mr. White, who has been clerking at the City Hotel for several months past, took his departure last Monday for Winfield, where he will probably stay for awhile.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
E. W. Hulse and family left for McPherson, Thursday, where he immediately enters upon the duties of conductor of the county Institute there. McPherson will hereafter be his home and he will be principle of the schools there. El Dorado has lost and McPherson gained a good citizen in Mr. Hulse. W. F. Times.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Mr. James Wilson, of Pawnee Agency, is in the city. Mr. Wilson has been engaged in the schools at the above Agency for some time past and we hear most flattering accounts of the progress made by the pupils while under his care. The gentleman is eminently fitted for the position he occupies and we trust will long be retained therein.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Arkansas City has improved more than one hundred percent, in every respect, during the past year. Trees have been set out, fences have been erected, and new houses have sprung up like mushrooms all over town. While other towns lie dead for want of trade and energy to build them up, Arkansas City still continues to boom.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Rev. Campbell, of the United Presbyterian church, has concluded his labors in Arkansas City for the present. He preached in the White church last Sunday evening. The sermon was one of Rev. Campbell's best ones, and was highly appreciated by all who heard him. During Rev. Campbell's short stay among us, he has shown himself to be a minister of more than ordinary merit, and has made himself many friends here.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Mr. R. B. Scott, of West Bolton, met with quite a loss by fire last Saturday. He had three stacks of wheat containing about 300 bushels standing by the roadside, which it is supposed were ignited by a spark from the house chimney. Messrs. Holloway and Canfield were constructing a granary alongside of the stacks and it was only by their most strenuous efforts that the new building was prevented from destruction.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
The delegates from the several townships in the 3rd Commissioner District, after the County Convention adjourned, met in the Courier office for the purpose of nominating a candidate for County Commissioner of said District.
Capt. J. B. Nipp and I. H. Bonsall were elected respectively Chairman and secretary. Henry Harbaugh was then nominated for Commissioner of the 3rd District; Messrs. S. J. Taft, of Bolton, and A. H. Mounts, of Liberty, each receiving complimentary votes.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Bolton's Delegates.
The delegates elected to attend the Nominating Convention of the 67th representative district to be held at Arkansas City, August 12, 1882, were: P. A. Lorry, A. C. Williams, and P. B. Andrews.
The following gentlemen were elected delegates to the County Convention held at Winfield last Saturday: D. P. Marshall, J. J. Broadbent, and Dr. Z. Carlisle.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
During the storm on last Saturday evening, a man in the Territory, just south of Hunne- well, was killed by lightning. He had started from camp on Saturday afternoon for Hunnewell, and was not found until Sunday afternoon. When he was found, his horse and he were laying side by side. The man had a hole through his hat and the saddle had a hole through it about the size of a bullet hole. The parties who first found him supposed he and his horse had been shot, and at once sent for the coroner to hold an inquest. Uncle Dick started down about twelve o'clock Sunday night, and upon examination the jury brought in a verdict in accordance with the facts above stated. The man's name was Mitchell, and he was a cattle herder. S. C. Press.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
TROUBLES IN THE INDIAN TERRITORY.
The trouble which began in the northwest part of the Cherokee nation last week by the arrest of a criminal and the murder of his jailor, Captain Scott, by a gang of sandsmen, is not yet settled. The United States marshal, who was in Fort Smith yesterday, gives the following view of the situation.
"Monday night the sandsmen were captured on Pecan creek, nine miles from Muskogee, in command of a noted desperado named Dick Glass. Chief Cochet, of the Cherokee nation, was in camp eighteen miles distant with 550 men, and citizens were still coming to his aid. He says that when his command reaches 800 he will arrest the twelve slayers of Capt. Scott. The sandsmen called on Agent Tufts, at Muskogee, who advised them to surrender the men wanted by the authorities as the only means of preventing bloodshed. This they emphatically refused to do, and declared their intention to stand by their commander to the bitter end. Great excitement prevails all over the Nation, and, as matters now stand, the Glass gang must either disperse or let Capt. Scott's murderers take their chances with the officers, or blood- shed will follow."
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
John D. Miles, United States Indian Agent, gives notice that all cattle found in the Indian reservation that do not belong to Indians, or upon which the owners have not paid the penalty, will be promptly removed by the military, respecting only the rights of Indians in possession of their own herds and the family of those who have intermarried with whites in the possession of herds that are actually and bona fide their own.
The attention of drovers is also called to the fact that the only trails over which cattle are authorized to pass is east of this agency about sixteen miles, and west of Cantonment about ten miles; and herds found passing over this reservation at any other point, will be stopped, and the penalty of one dollar per head imposed.
The boundaries of the Cheyenne and Arapaho reservations are described as follows.
Commencing at a point where the Washita river crosses the 68th degree of west longitude; thence north on a line with said 98 degrees to the point where it is crossed by the Red Fork of the Arkansas river (sometimes called the Cimarron river); thence up said river, in the middle of the main channel thereof, to the north boundary of the country ceded to the United States by the treaty of June 14, 1865, with the Creek Nation of Indians; thence west on said north boundary and the north boundary of the country ceded to the United States by the treaty of March 21, 1866, with the Seminole Indians, to 100 degrees of west longitude; thence south on the line of said degree to the north boundary of the country set apart for the Kiowas and Comanches, by the second article of the treaty concluded October 21, 1867, with said tribes; thence east along said boundary to the point where it strikes the Washita river; thence down said Washita river in the middle of the channel thereof to the place of beginning. Commonwealth.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Last week a party of about seventy-five men visited the Sands neighborhood, in the northwestern part of the Creek nation, and arrested a notorious character and placed him in charge of Capt. Sam Scott and three light horse, at the Barnett place near Wetumka. About daylight last Sunday morning a company of "Localists," or "Sands' men," attacked the light horse, rescued the prisoner, and murdered Capt. Scott in cold blood. He was held by the hands by men on either side of him, while others filled his body with bullets, and he was pulled and torn and shot until his body presented a sickening spectacle. Joe Barnett, a colored Creek light horse, in trying to aid his captain, was badly shot, it is thought fatally.
There is an intense feeling and large parties of armed men are gathering and what will be the result, it is hard to say. Chief Checote has called out all the able-bodied men in the vicinity for the defense of law and order, and every possible means is being used by him and others to quiet the passions of the disaffected and prevent further bloodshed. The bitterness of feeling between these factions is very great and of long standing, having been controlled only through the intervention of the prominent men of the nation. Indian Journal.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
A wedding at the Indian schools at Carlisle, Pennsylvania, was celebrated on June 20, 1882. The bridegroom, Elahdidwah, a Kiowa brave, explained in a naive way how the alliance was brought about. He said: "Long time ago, in Indian Territory, I hunt and I fight; I not think about girls. Then you take me to St. Augustine. I learn much; but I not think about girls. I go to Carlisle; I learn more; I do right; I not think about girls there. But Laura, she thinks. I bring her to Carlisle. When I can work, I will take care of her."
He has since finished his studies and learned how to make a living. The bride and bridegroom were accompanied to the altar by twelve attendants, selected from the various tribes represented at the school. The ceremony was made a very solemn one for the purpose of impressing the Indians with its sacredness. It may be hoped that purpose will be consummated, for in the influence of domestic ties consists much of the hope entertained of Indian civilization. Christian Herald.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
The Hunnewell Independent made its bow and retired from the editorial arena on the 28th ult. Tuesday the 1st inst., the press and material were brought to Wellington. About the 12th inst., the Wellington Democrat will be issued. Thomas P. Richardson, a son of Thomas Richardson, the dry goods merchant, is to be the editor, and E. F. Widner, formerly connected with the Belle Plaine Democrat and the Oxford Weekly, the printer; Richardson and Widner, proprietors. Their office is in the Hunt brick building over Richardson & Co. S. C. Press.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Kansas Corn.
From the quarterly report of the State Board of Agriculture for the quarter ending June 30, 1882, we glean the following facts in reference to the corn crop in Kansas.
"The average yield of corn for twenty years is 35 bushels per acre and the price averaged, for the same time, 30 cents per bushel, giving a product per acre of $10.50, at a cost of $3.60 for its production."
This is a low price for corn, and if the farmers were compelled to accept it, the corn crop would not be as profitable a one as it is. But the report adds: "But the great advantage of the corn crop is that it can be fed at home and taken to market in the shape of beef and pork. When this is done, there is hardly a year in Kansas that will not return more than 30 cents per bushel. With a good stock of hogs and pork at $3.50 per 100 pounds gross; 40 cents per bushel can be realized for corn; or, when fed to good grade steers, at $4.25 per 100 pounds, it will make 40 cents per bushel, besides the waste picked up by hogs following them."
This is the whole secret of making corn raising pay. The estimates made by the reports are low, as the farmers of Cowley County know that $3.50 is below the average hog market. We will venture the assertion that corn will always realize more by being fed to stock than sold by the bushel, especially if fed to hogs. The lesson that these comparisons teach to the farmer is this: Don't engage your corn at twenty-five and thirty cents per bushel because the indications are that the grain market will be low during the coming season. If you need money, you had better borrow it at ten percent interest than to sell your corn for thirty cents when you can realize fifty and sixty cents therefrom.
[TESTIMONIALS TO RODECKER'S CENTENNIAL WASHING MACHINE.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 9, 1882.
Testimonials to Rodecker's Centennial Washing Machine.
Nelson & Ball traded two county rights for 80 acres of good land near Douglass.
Mrs. Snyder says she would not sell her Centennial Washer for One Hundred Dollars if she could not get another.
Dr. Shepard says the more they use the Centennial Washer, the better they like it.
I have bought of Nelson & Ball a Rodecker's Centennial Washing Machine, and must confess it beats anything I ever tried, and can heartily recommend it to all my lady friends to be a perfect success. Mr. and Mrs. P. J. Davis.
The greatest achievement is Rodecker's Centennial Washing Machines; I have one of them in my house, and I wouldn't take twice what it cost me if I couldn't get another. It is not only a time saving, but a money saving machine. Agents, Nelson & Ball, City Hotel.
Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Moore.
I wish to recommend to my lady friends Rodecker's Centennial Washing Machines. I have tried a number of machines, but the Centennial is the only one I ever tried that gave satisfaction, and I can say that wash day, with me, will no longer be a dread. Sold by Nelson & Ball, City Hotel. C. F. and L. C. Snyder.
I have purchased, of Nelson & Ball, and used, with entire satisfaction, Rodecker's Centennial Washing Machine, and it does well all that is claimed for it. Mrs. L. Standley.
Messrs. Nelson & Ball traded some territory in Missouri for a good farm east of this city; David Northrup, former owner; farm valued at $1,000.
[KANSAS NEWS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882. Front Page.
STANDLEY & SWARTS, Publishers.
Caldwell Post: We claim that Caldwell is the heaviest original cattle shipping point in the world, and can show proof of the same for July, 1882. Mr. J. C. Lyeth, agent for the Santa Fe company at this point, reported on August 1st to his company that there had been 1,029 cars of stock loaded at our yards and shipped to eastern markets.
Caldwell Commercial: On Saturday Milt. Bennet closed one of the heaviest stock transactions that has taken place so far this season, having purchased Rock & Sanborn's herd of stock cattle together with their range on Wagon creek. The herd consists of 1,300 head, 150 of which are beef steers, the remainder being cows and young stock.
The price paid was $35 per head all around, which seems enormous in view of the present price of cattle on the eastern market. But then Mr. Bennet obtains an excellent range adjoining Timberlake's. The two will fence together making one of the best ranges on the strip.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882. Editorial Page.
Representative Convention.
Pursuant to call therefore the delegates to the 67th Representative District Convention met in McLaughlin's Hall in Arkansas City, Kans. Convention was called to order by J. B. Nipp. On motion, J. R. Sumpter, of Beaver, and R. J. Maxwell, of Creswell, were elected respectively Chairman and Secretary.
On motion the following committees were appointed, to-wit.
ON CREDENTIALS: L. Darnell, J. B. Nipp, N. W. Dressie, and H. W. Marsh.
ON RESOLUTIONS: H. C. Williams, G. H. McIntire, and S. H. Sparks.
The committee on credentials reported that the following named delegates were entitled to seats in convention, viz.:
Bolton Township: P. A. Lorry, A. C. Williams, and P. B. Andrews.
Beaver Township: J. M. Jarvis, J. R. Sumpter, and H. W. Marsh.
Cedar Township: N. W. Dressie, Joseph Reid.
Creswell Township: G. H. McIntire, R. J. Maxwell, O. S. Rarick, J. A. Smally, S. J. Mantor, J. B. Nipp, and Jas. Ridenour.
Pleasant Valley Township: S. Johnson, W. A. Ela, S. Watts, S. H. Sparks.
Liberty Township: John Mark, J. A. Cochrane, and Joah Darnell.
Silverdale Township: L. J. Darnell, W. G. Herbert, and S. H. Splawn.
The committee reported further that as no delegates were present from Spring Creek township, Cyrus Wilson should be permitted to cast the vote of that township. The report was then adopted.
The committee on resolutions then reported resolution endorsing those passed by the State Convention at Topeka, also reported, and be it further resolved that we instruct our Representative to the Legislature of this State to use all honorable means to pass such laws as will more equally distribute the railroad taxes among the school districts of the State.
The Convention then, on motion, proceeded to nominate a candidate for Representative from this district. A motion prevailed that the manner of voting be: that the roll of delegates be called, and each respond orally naming his choice.
Mr. Samuel Caster, of Liberty, was then nominated by Mr. J. A. Cochrane, seconded by Mr. Herbert, of Silverdale. C. R. Mitchell, of Bolton, was placed on nomination by A. C. Williams, seconded by H. W. Marsh, of Beaver. The vote then proceeded and stood: Caster, 6; Mitchell, 21. The Chairman then declared Mr. Mitchell to be the nominee. On motion of J. A. Cochrane, of Liberty, the nomination was made unanimous.
Mr. Mitchell then addressed the meeting briefly, promising to speak in each of the townships in the district. Mr. Caster also made an interesting address, concisely stating his views on the political situation, and heartily endorsing the action of the Convention.
The following named delegates were selected as a Central Committee: Beaver, H. W. Marsh; Bolton, P. A. Lorry; Creswell, Jas. Ridenour; Cedar, N. W. Dressie; Pleasant Valley, M. S. Roseberry; Silverdale, J. P. Musselman; Liberty, J. A. Cochrane; Spring Creek, Cyrus Wilson.
On motion Convention adjourned. J. R. SUMPTER, Chairman
R. J. MAXWELL, Secretary.
[ORDINANCE NO. 105: TAXES TO HANDLE GENERAL FUND & INTEREST.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882. Editorial Page.
[Published Aug. 16, 1882.]
ORDINANCE NO. 105.
Entitled an ordinance levying taxes, for the ensuing year, for general fund and interest on bonded indebtedness.
Be it ordained by the Mayor and Councilmen of the city of Arkansas City.
SEC. 1st. That a tax of five (5) mills, for general revenue purposes be levied and collected, for the year A. D. 1882, on all the real, mixed, and personal property within the limits of the city of Arkansas City, taxable according to the laws of the State of Kansas.
SEC. 2nd. That a tax of two (2) mills, for the purpose of paying the annual interest on the outstanding bonds of $5,000 of said city, issued to fund the city's indebtedness, and the further tax of ten (10) mills to pay the annual interest on the outstanding bonds, of said city, of twelve thousand ($12,000) dollars, issued by said city for Water Work Bonds, be levied and collected for the year A. D. 1882, on all the real, mixed, and personal property within the limits of said Arkansas City, taxable according to the laws of the State of Kansas.
SEC. 3rd. That Ordinance No. 105 be, and remain, in force on and after its publication once in the Arkansas City TRAVELER and the Arkansas Valley Democrat.
Approved Aug. 14, 1882. H. D. KELLOGG, Acting Mayor.
Attest, I. H. Bonsall, City Clerk.
[ORDINANCE NO. 106: AMENDING ORDINANCE.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
ORDINANCE NO. 106.
Entitled an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 32, entitled an ordinance in revision of the ordinance governing the city of Arkansas City.
Be it ordained by the Mayor and City Councilmen of the city of Arkansas City.
SEC. 1st. That sections number four (4) and five (5) of article number three (3) of ordinance number 32, in revision of the ordinances governing the city of Arkansas City, be and the same are here by amended as to include blocks number seventy (70) and eighty-two (82) in said city.
SEC. 2nd. That Ordinance No. 106 be and remain in force after it publication once in each of the city papers.
Attest, I. H. Bonsall, City Clerk.
Approved Aug. 14, 1882. H. D. KELLOGG, Acting Mayor.
[NOTIFICATION TO LOT OWNERS: CUT WEEDS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Lot owners of the following lots to-wit: All lots in blocks 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 77, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 85, 86 87, 88, 127, and 128 are hereby notified to cut all weeds growing upon any of the above mentioned lots, and blocks within ten (10) days from date of this notice, Aug. 16th, 1882, or the city authorities will have said weeds cut at the expense of said lot owners. By order of Council. I. H. BONSALL, City Clerk.
Attest, H. D. KELLOGG, Acting Mayor.
[REPORT FROM "CHARLES" - TOPEKA.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
COMMUNICATED.
TOPEKA, Kas., Aug. 12, 1881.
The celebration of the 21st anniversary of the battle of Wilson's Creek was held in Leavenworth last Thursday. Gen. C. W. Blair, Tom Fenlon, and others made addresses.
The State Convention is over and is beginning to settle down to its normal state again. A great deal of the ill feeling engendered by the late canvass will soon pass away and the party will get down to earnest work again.
The committee of thirty-eight have secured one thousand army tents from St. Louis for the Soldiers' Re-Union instead of building a barracks, as was at first contemplated. Five hundred tents have already been received from Washington.
The new State Central Committee organized last Thursday by electing Hon. A. L. Redden, of Butler County, chairman, and Wirt W. Walton, of Clay Centre, secretary. The committee then adjourned to meet again in this city next September, during the fair and soldiers' reunion. This will give them an opportunity to consult with the thousands of visitors and local politicians of the State and determine what the different localities need so as to be able to inaugurate an effective campaign at once.
A strange freak of nature was reported yesterday. A child was born in this city with three faces, one in front where the face generally is, one directly behind on the back part of the head, and one on the left side; all the faces are nearly natural, except the eyes in the two superfluous faces.
Gen. C. W. Blair of Fort Scott has been elected commander-in-chief of the soldiers' reunion. He is an earnest, dignified man and will make an efficient officer.
Capitalists from the east are talking of erecting a packing house in this city.
A number of the veterans who were in the city attending the convention met in confer- ence with the committee and decided to divide the State into three departments; one for each congressional district, and appoint a commander for each. Col. J. C. Carpenter was appointed commander of the department of the North; Col. W. Shoakley, of Fort Scott, of the Southeast; Col. H. L. Millard, of Sterling, of the Southwest. From these veterans we also learned that the entire State was enthusiastic over the reunion, and that at least 30,000 old soldiers would be present. . . . CHARLES.
[PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Peaches plenty.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Potatoes 70 cents a bushel.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Wheat is worth 65 to 70 cents on our streets.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Miss Linnie Peed entered the Normal last Monday.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
A mad dog scare was the order of the day last Sunday.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Henry Harbaugh was in town on Saturday attending the convention.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Our farmers haul water-melons to Hunnewell and Caldwell and meet ready sale.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Dr. Kellogg is building a residence on lots heretofore vacant just east of Dr. Shepard's.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Capt. J. B. Nipp, with his family, starts today for the Captain's ranche in the Territory.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
The house of madam St. Clair has been removed from Fifth Avenue to the western part of town.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
The family of J. L. Mitchell have moved from Sedgwick, Colorado, to their old home in Indiana.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Mrs. A. C. Bowers of Bolton township, left, on Monday last, for Independence, Kansas, whither she goes to visit friends.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
We had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Rees Pickering, clerk at Otoe Agency, during his sojourn in our city last week.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
J. R. Sumpter, of Beaver, but formerly president of Wabash Co., Ind., favored us with a call on last Saturday.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Several new piles were put down at the Arkansas river bridge last week, which will make it safe until the new part is ready to be put in.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
A letter from Kaw Agency from reliable parties says that small-pox is raging among the Osages and that the Kaws have been exposed.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Rev. Fleming was obliged to leave Topeka before the nominations were made, as his services were needed at the wedding of Mr. and Mrs. S. B. Reed.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
TO TEACHERS. The Teachers association will meet in Winfield on Friday and Saturday of next week. The examination will follow on Monday and Tuesday, 28 and 29.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Dr. J. A. Loomis is now prepared to administer nitrous oxide or laughing gas to patients at his dentist rooms over Matlack's store. This is one of the best anaesthetics now in use.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Mr. R. L. Balyeat brought to the TRAVELER office a specimen of corn raised by him on his farm in Bolton. The ears are mammoth in size, and remind us of the grapes brought back by Caleb and Joshua.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Capt. C. M. Scott, of Arkansas City, has presented the State Historical Society with a representation of a Ponca Indian doll baby curiosity wrought of muslin and bead work; also some other relics. Commonwealth.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
A small herd of Texas ponies were driven into town last Saturday, and several of our citizens made purchases. A friend of ours has one sufficiently broken so that he can peep through a crack in the barn to look at it; but is compelled to feed it by poking hay and corn under the stable.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Messrs. J. L. Hoseman and J. P. Johnson, who came to this city from Maine last spring with the intention of engaging in the stock business, have just returned from Texas with 25,000 head of choice stock, which they are now holding on the Cimarron south of here.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
It is with pleasure we call attention to the "ad" of Mr. J. W. Pugsley's new harness shop, which is now open with a new and complete stock of Saddles, Harness, Whips, Spurs, and everything else in his line. Don't forget the place: the old bakery building.
AD: NEW. HARNESS SHOP AT THE OLD BAKERY BUILDING, ARKANSAS CITY, KANSAS. J. W. Pugsley, PROPRIETOR.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Atkinson, the Tailor, comes to the front this week with a new "ad," in which he announces the receipt of his fall goods. Mr. Atkinson has a first-class assortment of the latest styles in the best quality goods, and if you want a well-fitting and elegant suit of clothes, Atkinson can fill the bill for you.
AD:
ATKINSON,
-THE-
TAILOR.
HAS JUST RECEIVED THE FIRST INSTALLMENT OF
1882
FALL STYLES
-WHICH HE-
RESPECTFULLY INVITES THE PUBLIC TO INSPECT
AT HIS ROOMS.
-OVER-
Matlack's Store,
ARKANSAS CITY, KANS.
Repairing Promptly Attended to.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Sheriff Shenneman arrested two Indians from Sac & Fox Agency. They were suspected of being implicated in the stealing of a herd of ponies in the Territory and selling them here about one year ago. It however transpired that the suspicions were untrue, and they were probably discharged.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
The rival parties in the Creek Nation known respectively as the Sands and Checotes, are still involved in a fierce broil and a bloody affray may be precipitated at any moment. A few days since two bands representing each faction met, when a fight occurred in which one man was killed and several wounded.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Stock men complain of screw worms more this season than ever before. Every animal that receives a slight scratch is soon affected with the worms, and in many cases calves, sheep, and dogs have died. Turpentine and camphor, of equal parts, resembling milk when mixed, is a good cure. Apply a few drops every day. The solution will prevent the flies from blowing the sore.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
We call attention to the card of Mr. J. H. Trask, architect and builder, which appears in this issue of the TRAVELER. Mr. Trask is a first-class mechanic and thoroughly understands all branches of the profession from making plans and specifications to work at the bench. Mr. Trask superintended the work upon S. Matlack's store building in this city, which is a guarantee of the quality of his work.
NOTICE:
J. H. TRASK,
ARCHITECT AND BUILDER.
PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, MADE OUT ON REASONABLE TERMS.
ARKANSAS CITY, KANS.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
DIED. In Arkansas City, Kansas, August 9th, 1882, at the age of 36, Sarah Williams, wife of John E. Williams. Mrs. Williams was an old resident of Arkansas City, and her funeral was attended by a large number of our citizens, who knew and respected her for her many estimable qualities. On the following Sunday evening the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Williams followed its mother and was buried by her side on Monday.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Mrs. Hoseman, of Sunbrook, Maine, arrived in our city last week. Mr. Hoseman had just returned from Texas and found his wife, whom he supposed at home in Maine, with friends here. The meeting was a great but pleasurable surprise.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Mr. Edwards, who hauls the stone for our sidewalks, was bitten on the hand by a bird dog of Worthley's last Sunday as he was walking along the street. The dog was tied up, and has since bitten two dogs, and it is supposed the animal is mad.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
On Sunday morning last at 4 o'clock, Bliss' mill was almost entirely destroyed by fire. When first discovered the fire was well underway in several places; the safe had been rifled, and it is supposed the mill had been set on fire. The loss will reach about $45,000.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Hymneneal.
REED-HUTCHISON.
MARRIED. Last Thursday evening was consummated one of the expected events in our societythe marriage of Saml. B. Reed and Anna M. Hutchison. The ceremony was performed at 9 o'clock by Rev. S. B. Fleming, at the residence of the bride's parents, in the presence of a few of the relatives and friends. The TRAVELER only re-echoes the many kind wishes for life long happiness.
Below is given a list of the presents as far as could be obtained.
Marble top bureau: Dr. and Mrs. R. H. Reed.
Parlor organ: Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Hutchison.
Pocket and large walnut bedstead: Bride's mother.
Marble top center table: Bride's father.
Tennyson's poems: Mr. and Mrs. M. T. Leuch. [?]
$15 in gold: F. B. Hutchison (Cheyenne Agency, Indian Territory).
Gold chain with cameo set: .
Ebony and gold hanging lamp: Maude Walker, W. V. McConn.
Silk embroidered easy chair: Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Sleeth.
Silver butter knife and dish: Etta McConn, Oll H. Lent.
Set silver forks and silver tea urn: Mr. and Mrs. T. V. McConn.
Set Glassware: Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Patterson.
Counterpane: Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Hutchison.
Silver syrup pitcher: Effie Tate, Rob B. Hutchison.
Sofa: Ed. M. Hutchison
Handsome Stand Lamp: .
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
The following are the names of the County Central Committee from the several town- ships for the ensuing year:
Beaver, Moses S. Teter; Bolton, John D. Guthrie; Cedar, N. W. Dressie; Creswell, J. B. Nipp; Dexter, J. V. Hines; Fairview, Wm. White; Harvey, E. W. Woolsey; Liberty, J. A. Cochrane; Maple, D. S. Haynes; Ninescah, P. W. Smith; Omnia, J. E. Parsons; Otter, , Stockdale; Pleasant Valley, Z. B. Meyer; Richland, N. J. Larkin; Rock Creek, S. P. Strong; Sheridan, J. M. Jarvis; Silver Creek, Ed Pate; Silverdale, I. J. Darnall; Spring Creek, S. [?] H. Gilleland; Tisdale, S. W. Chase; Vernon, Oscar Wooley; Walnut, Joel O. Mack; Windsor, Evan James; Winfield, 1st ward, D. A. Millington; Winfield, 2nd ward, T. H. Soward.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Another Murder in the Territory.
A young man named James Hart was shot near G. W. Miller's cow camp, south of Hunnewell, Thursday morning of last week. We were unable to learn the name of the man who shot him, but from the statements made to us, it would seem to have been a cold- blooded assassination. Hart and the assassin were on the range together, and, it appears, had some words, when the latter pulled out his pistol and shot Hart through the arm. He then rode off, leaving Hart lying on the prairie. Hart was found in the afternoon completely saturated in his blood and died in a short time after being discovered. So far nothing has been heard of the murderer, and we do not learn that any attempt has been made to capture him. Caldwell Commercial.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
A Correction.
In our report of the burning of Mr. R. B. Scott's wheat stacks last week, we were misinformed as to certain particulars. The fire is supposed to have originated from parties smoking in the vicinity of the stacks, as the wind at the time was blowing from the wrong direction for them to be ignited by sparks from the house chimney. Thanks are due the threshers who were working on Mr. Sifford's place, who, seeing the flames, came running over, and worked manfully till they overcame them. Mr. Scott has now one of the best granaries in Bolton township, and has still about 1,800 bushels left. Good.
[SOME OF THE COURIER CLIPS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Courier Clips.
The County Superintendent has organized school district 137.
MARRIED. Tuesday afternoon Mr. Dave Harter and Miss Josie McMasters were married. The affair was a great surprise to their friends.
Sheriff Shenneman succeeded in corralling eight of the pickpockets and thieves following Sells Circus. They were a hard lot and had raided every town they came to without fear of the officers until they got here.
George Miller returned from his cattle ranch Saturday and gives us an account of a killing at one of his camps last Thursday. Two of the boys had gone out to drive up a bunch of cattle and got into an altercation over who should drive them in. One of them pulled out his revolver and shot the other dead. The boy killed was a beardless fellow, unarmed, and only been in George's employ ten days.
There will be a union camp meeting held in Walnut Grove on W. H. Melville's place on Badger Creek, near Walnut river, 5-1/2 miles southeast of Winfield, commencing on August 25th and holding over the first Sunday in September. Hay and corn will be furnished for teams in abundance free of charge. Arrangements have been made whereby those coming long distances can secure board free. Many able ministers will be in attendance, and a very interesting time is anticipated.
[PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Mr. Johnson, of Bolton, presented the TRAVELER office with a specimen of peaches from his farm, which are as fine as any we have ever seen. He hauled two loads of them to Caldwell, where he realized the handsome price of $2 per bushel.
[SOME BUSINESS LOCALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Ponies and Horses. I have fifty head of well broken Indian ponies and Texas saddle and work horses that will be sold at a bargain. They can be seen at my sheep ranche 4 miles south and 2 miles east of Arkansas City, on the line of Indian Territory. C. M. Scott.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Summer Goods of all kinds at Fitch & Barron's.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Merino Rams. We have 25 head of full-blood Merino Lambs, for sale. Scott & Topliff.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
Corn. I want to contract for 2,000 bushels of new corn, to be delivered by Jan. 1st, 1883.
C. M. Scott.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 16, 1882.
M. B. Vawter, Dentist, has removed his office to 2nd door in Matlack's block.
[KANSAS NEWS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, Wednesday, August 23, 1882. Front Page.
The large flouring-mills of Bliss & Wood, at Winfield, were destroyed by fire, the loss being $50,000.
[EDITORIAL COLUMN.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
STANDLEY & SWARTS, Publishers.
Abe Steinberger, editor of the new paper started in Kansas City and called The Grip, has been arrested for publishing and circulating obscene literature. He was placed under $350 bonds for his appearance at court. Commonwealth.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
Our Next Legislature.
Among the most important things to be accomplished by the next Legislature is the Congressional redistricting of the State, which is by no means an easy task, for provision must be made not only for the division of the State as it now exists, but for the great increase which must inevitably take place in the ensuing ten years before Congress will pass another apportionment bill. In two or three years the center of population will have moved consider- ably from where it is now; the western, southwestern, and northwestern counties are filling up rapidly, and an apportionment made this winter, based exactly upon our population as it now stands, may be very unfair two years from now, when the counties now sparsely settled shall have begun to fill up. It will take careful figuring to map out seven Congressional dis tricts so that equal justice shall be done to all for both present and future. There will be no attempt at gerrymandering the State, but an exercise of discretion will be needed to make an equal division.
There is also the railroad problem to be looked afterthe regulation of freights and fares. The question is now attracting the attention of the people, and the next Legislature is very naturally expected to do something about it, particularly as the Republican State Convention which has just adjourned decided in favor of "the enactment of such laws as will prevent unjust discrimination by railroad companies, and will provide for such freight and passenger tariffs as shall fully protect the interests of our people." In addition to this, resolutions were also adopted favoring the strict and immediate enforcement of all laws now upon the statute book which attempt to control and regulate railways, and asking Congress to pass laws compelling the railroads of this State to take patents to the public lands granted to them. This railroad question is a most important one, and the Legislature will hardly dare neglect it, for the people expect something to be done. Therefore, the necessity of sending men to represent the various counties who understand the needs of their constituencies, and the State at large upon this matter. . . . Capital.
[PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
John Newman has a new barber, who seems to understand his business.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
Joe White and wife, of Geuda Springs, were in town on Monday and Tuesday.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
J. N. Flora and L. A. Wismeyer, of Osage Agency, were in the city last Saturday.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
We are glad to say that Miss Wycoff is rapidly improving from her recent illness.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
Frank Hess, who has been spending the past few days at Caldwell, returned to the city yesterday.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
James West brought into the TRAVELER office some string beans, the pods of which were three feet in length.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
Ed Haight was in town Monday and Tuesday. He was running the lines for the location of the new Indian Industrial School.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
Hon. C. R. Mitchell came over from the Springs to assist in locating the Indian Industrial School, to be located south of town.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
A card from Dr. Jamison Vawter, received last Monday, says he will be in Arkansas City on Aug. 28th next, and is coming to stay.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
DIED. An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. J. Armstrong, of Bolton, was buried on Monday last. Rev. Fleming conducted the funeral service.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
Buckskin Joe and the Parker family were here with their show on last Friday and Saturday evenings. The show was good. Joe, as usual, was immense.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
The travel to Geuda Springs has increased to such an extent that Messrs. Hilliard, Patterson & Co. have been obliged to put two daily hacks on the road.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
Messrs. Miller & Wolfe are now prepared to shave the hairy public in short metre. They have fitted up their shop in first-class style and are doing a good business.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
TO TEACHERS. The Teachers association will meet in Winfield on Friday and Saturday of next week. The examination will follow on Monday and Tuesday, 28 and 29.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
Messrs. W. R. Owen and T. J. Eaton, sheep men from Ohio, on last week purchased the McClan farm of 400 acres on Silver Creek for $4,000. Green & Snyder negotiated the sale.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
Bert Worthley's dog was not mad, as stated in last week's issue. It has since died, doubtless from poisoning. Its peculiar actions were not understood, and hence the report arose that he was mad.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
Charles Howard has just returned from a trip through Arkansas; he went south almost to the Louisiana line. From his report of the country and people, we don't think he will emigrate to that State.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
NOTICE. The city schools will commence Monday, Sept. 4th. Non-resident pupils may enter at the rate of $1 per month, paid in advance. No pupil will be allowed to enter until all tuition due is paid. By order of the Board.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
We were shown a stalk of tobacco last Monday grown on the Walnut river bottom by Mr. Ruckman, which had nine leaves, one of which measured sixteen inches across and thirty- two inches long. The weight of one stalk cut green was three and one-half pounds.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
DIED. David Sleeth died on last Monday at 11 o'clock p.m., at the residence of his brother, Maj. W. M. Sleeth, and was buried on yesterday at 2 o'clock p.m. Mr. Sleeth was one of the oldest settlers of Arkansas City, and was well known by all the readers of the TRAVELER.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
DIED. On Monday, Aug. 21st, 1882, at 10 o'clock a.m., of quick decline, Mrs. Emma Watson, after an illness of but a few weeks. The funeral took place at the White church at 10 a.m., Tuesday, where the burial services of the Episcopal church, of which the deceased had been a member for many years, were impressively read by the Rev. Fleming, who also made a few touching and appropriate remarks. The sacred edifice was filled by the friends of the dear departed who gathered to pay the last token of respect to one who had for several years been prominent in our city as a tender-hearted Christian woman, a sister who had a ready ear and a word of comfort for all in affliction. The remains were followed to their temporary resting place in the cemetery by near and dear friends, but will be finally removed to Kansas City, there to repose side by side with the husband who went to his rest before her. "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord."
[BELIEVE THIS MUST HAVE BEEN MRS. WATSON, THE MILLINER.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
Mass Convention.
We publish today a call signed by D. B. McCollum, as chairman of committee for what purports to be a Mass Convention, believing in certain principles, most of which have been advocated and enforced by the Republican Party for years. We predict you can count on finding sore heads, and nihilists in abundance in attendance at this meeting. Respectable Democrats and Republicans will scarcely attend and participate, as the call indicates a motley crew of the dissatisfied. They want to destroy sectional strife, so does every good Republican and Democrat, and the only question is, how it shall be done. They want to pay promptly the bonded debt, and so do we, as promptly as it can be done honorably. They want to reduce taxes and expenditures. Well, why not? But the idiot who howls about the taxes of the general government seldom ever pays a nickel, and the only taxes that trouble us are school, township, county, and State, and most of that can be corrected at home. They want to have unlimited coinage of silver and gold. And in order to interest the southern democracy they want to secure a free ballot and a fair count, together with several other glittering generali- ties. The main trouble however in this case is, there are a few old grandmothers who cannot run everything their own way and think they will try something new. This is not a new dodge, gentlemen. We remember a farmers' convention called some years ago by some old political hulks at Winfield, and the farmers turned out en masse, and after they got there mashed the political roosters so flat that they were never heard of afterward. Take timely warning now, gentlemen, for if you get the masses out at this, you, that are the movers of it, will be so small in number that you will feel, oh! so sick.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
I. O. O. F.
At a regular meeting of Arkansas City Lodge No. 160, I. O. O. F., held Monday evening, August 21st, 1882, the following resolutions were unanimously adopted.
WHEREAS, It has pleased our Creator to remove from our midst the wife of our beloved brother, J. E. Williams, and
WHEREAS, In view of the loss we, as neighbors and friends have sustained by the decease of Mrs. J. E. Williams, and of the still heavier loss sustained by those who were nearest and dearest to her; therefore be it
Resolved, That it is but a just tribute to the memory of the departed today that in regret-ting her removal from our midst, we mourn for one who was, in every way, worthy of our respect and regard.
Resolved, That we sincerely console with the family of the deceased on the dispensation with which it has pleased Divine Providence to afflict them, and commend them for consolation to Him who orders all things for the best, and whose chastisements are meant in mercy.
Resolved, That this heartfelt testimonial of our sympathy and sorrow be presented to our brother, J. E. Williams, and a copy be furnished to each of the city papers for publication.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
People's Mass Convention.
There will be a Mass Convention of the voters of the 67th Representative District, held in Arkansas City on Saturday, September 9th, 1882, at 10 o'clock A. M., for the purpose of placing in nomination a Candidate for Representative of the 67th Representative District, to be voted for at the November election.
All who believe as follows are invited to attend the Convention and assist in making the nomination.
That the interest of the people demand the upbuilding of an organization pledged,
1. To destroy sectional strife.
2. To pay promptly the bonded debt.
3. To reduce the taxes and expenditures.
4. To establish the unlimited coinage of gold and silver.
5. To overthrow corruption at the polls, and of representative bodies.
6. To secure a free ballot and a fair count.
7. To control by law and bring into subjection to the interests of the people all corporations and monopolies which have corrupted the public service, and by combination and taxation have established absolute dominion over money, over transportation, over land and labor.
Prominent speakers will be present and address the meeting.
D. B. McCOLLUM, Chairman Committee.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
Industrial School.
Major Haworth, U. S. Inspector, with Haskell, architect, of Lawrence, Kansas, are here looking out a location for the Indian Industrial School. Mr. Haworth has examined about all the territory in the section where the school is proposed to be located, and pronounced it as fine lands for the purpose as it is possible to find, and he is selecting out of the elegant lands just south of us two of the most suitable sections to be used for the purposes of the school.
He has been engaged for several days in surveying the lands, and has in his employ Commodore Topliff and Chas. Schiffbauer, who are a whole team, and if the lines and corners are not found, it will be because they are not findable.
We did not get a description of the building to be erected, but have been informed that it will consist of one large main building, with two wings with east front, and will contain a large school room, two recitation rooms, office, dormitories, kitchen, dining room, laundry, etc., all finished and furnished in modern style to accommodate 150 pupils for the present.
Mr. Haworth brought the architect with him so that he could examine the ground as to the location of the building before drawing the plans and specifications. Mr. Haworth is not like some of the U. S. Inspectors we have seen, but when he has work to do, pulls off his coat, and does it with a will; he has shown remarkably good judgment in the selection of these lands, and has taken the trouble to examine them before selecting, and hence knows what he is getting. We are all anxious to see this school a success, and from the present outlook we have nothing to fear.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
Geuda Springs Items.
J. R. Musgrove has built an addition to his store.
Geuda Springs now has a daily mail from Arkansas City.
The Geuda Springs Herald will make its appearance this week.
It is rumored that we are to have a new hardware store soon.
C. M. Rathbun, of the A. T. & S. F., of Topeka, is expected here with his family on the 27th instant.
Dr. Shepard, of Arkansas City, will move a couple of buildings from Hunnewell to this place next week.
Eugene E. Wade, of Little River, Rice Co., will open a furniture store here about the first of September.
C. R. Mitchell has begun work on a large addition to his present building, which will be used as a hotel.
The hotels and boarding houses are all crowded with parties here for their health and all are being benefited.
T. J. Anderson, of Topeka, has engaged rooms at the new hotel and will be here about the first of September.
Mrs. P. D. Pollard and daughter, of Denison, Texas, are here for the health of the latter, who is improving rapidly.
It is reported that the new hotel will be opened with a grand ball about the 1st of September. The work is progressing rapidly.
Another daily hack between Geuda Springs and Arkansas City, was put on the road Monday, by D. A. McIntire, the livery man here. It leaves the Springs at 9 o'clock, a.m., making connection with the train each way.
[REPORT FROM "MARK" - CONSTANT CHIMES.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
Constant Chimes.
Eds. Traveler:
Delightful weather for haying and threshing, but "mighty dry" plowing.
BIRTH. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Will Wilson on the 11th inst., a bouncing baby boy.
Last week John Walton started for the mountains of Colorado to look after his mining interests.
The Finley farm changed hands for a consideration of $2,500. Mr. Silliman, of Winfield, purchaser.
Mr. Wilson Shaw and wife contemplate making a visit next month to the Hoosier and Buckeye States.
D. W. Mumaw can scarcely sleep of nights for making plans and specifications for a new dwelling house.
Having a few leisure moments at my disposal, I will devote them to penning a few items of news for your appreciative readers.
A few days ago John Rarick pulled up stakes, and, unlike the Arab, folded his lariats and quietly stole over to Maple City.
The preliminaries have been arranged by the Methodist church, South, for the construction of a suitable building for worship, at Tannehill.
On the strength of a good crop of our staple cereal, Mr. Williams, Sr., will make a visit next week to the State of Pukedom to see his daughter and son-in-law.
At Washington school house the Followers of Christ are conducting a series of meetings with unfavorable results thus far.
Cassius Roseberry now airs his lady in the neatest driving outfit to be seen in this community, while Cassius is the rattiest, prettiest, and jolliest married man in this township.
Ye reporter is in receipt of neat, nobby, and artistic invitation cards politely requesting his presence at the wedding, which occurs on the 17th inst. at Baltimore, this county. Of course he will go, even if he has to knock down the whole neighborhood to get away. Will tell you more about it later.
Last week Lewis P. King and family accompanied Mr. Winton and wife on their return to Colorado. They intend engaging in the grocery business at Pueblo. Mrs. Winton had the misfortune of losing her little boy during her visit here among relatives. We regret very much to part with Lewis, but wish him all manner of success in his new enterprise.
Last week Zack Whitson had the audacity to refuse $8,000 for his half-section farm. Perhaps he will not be censured for doing so, when it is known that his wheat crop averaged 44-1/2 bushels per acre and his oats 79 bushels. Zack has decidedly the highest average yield of any farmer in this vicinity, and merits the same as he is a model husbandman. Other crops so far as threshed, are yielding from 25 to 30 bushels per acre.
All hail to St. John and prohibition! Still higher goes our temperance banner, and may it forever grandly, majestically, and triumphantly wave o'er the land of sobriety and homes of soberness. Let all who have any regard for honor, morality, virtue, decency, and progress, cast their ballot, when comes the November ides, in favor of the champion of prohibition once more holding the gubernatorial reins, while our proud young State continues her course: "Ad Astra Per Aspera."
Our "dear people" seem considerably relieved since the holding of the Republican County Convention, because of the cessation of the "chin music" and hearty hand gripping of pleasant, cheerful, hopeful candidates for public favors. On the whole, with but a solitary exception, we are satisfied with the nominees. Defeated candidates have our hearty sympathy and consolation in this their great bereavement. They will derive comfort, of course, from the thought that retaliation shall be theirs in the "sweet bye and bye."
By the way, what shall we do with our colored nominee for Auditor of State? Will he be whitewashed by the dear people and then swallowed by the "white trash?" Now I have no particular objection to our Ethiopian brother having such high aspirations, but we most emphatically dislike to see his colors soiled and morals corrupted by evil associations. Have we at last reached that period in history of the Caucasian race, when there is no longer a sufficient number of the white race self-sacrificing enough to act as public officials, without defiling and debasing the African. This is a conundrum that somewhat perplexes us.
[Note: on State Republican Ticket, For Auditor, E. P. McCabe. MAW]
The steam threshers have this season driven the horse power machines to Hades, or some other equally obscure locality, as they are no longer visible. The engine is a grand improve- menteconomically, financially, and in quality of workover the old, time-honored and laborious method of threshing grain. To be sure, it extracts a larger percent of the vinegar element out of the hands who have the pleasure (?) of assisting in operating one of them, but the duration required to complete a job is comparatively short. It furnishes all active exercise in measuring and handling the grain as it rolls in torrents from the machine, and nearly buries alive all the young men in the straw stack. Messrs. Coulter and Herron and the Davis brothers command the throttle valves in this vicinity. MARK.
[SOME COURIER CLIPPINGS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
Courier Clips.
The New Salem depot was robbed Monday afternoon of $60 while Mr. Allen, the agent, was away. Thieves broke in through the back door.
Mr. I. H. Bonsall gathered and sent up to the Horticultural Society some very fine specimens of fruit from around Arkansas City last week. They formed an important part of the magnificent display laid out on our table Saturday.
Art Holland, who is running a threshing machine south of here, says he has already threshed 10,000 bushels of this year's wheat crop, and in no case has he threshed wheat which gave less than thirty bushels per acre.
C. A. Bliss returned home Monday. The first news of the burning of his mill he got in the columns of the Daily Capital, on the train near Newton. The sight of the ruins as he crossed the railroad bridge must have been very painful to him, after having spent the best years of his life building up the business. However, Mr. Bliss has the nerve to pull through it, and commence again.
Sheriff Shenneman captured two negro horse-thieves Monday. They had stolen horses from the Territory and sold them to Patterson, of Arkansas City. As soon as Shenneman got his eyes on them, he knew they were horse-thieves, and took them in. He raked in another man Tuesday. It was the one who stole Mr. Raymond's ponies and Mr. Hurd's buggy some weeks ago. Some think it is Tom Quarles, who will be remembered by early settlers as a pretty bad case. He was living with a woman at Independence and had in his possession Hurd's buggy and harness, one of Raymond's horses, and a horse that was stolen from L. C. Norton at Arkansas City. Shenneman is a terror to horse-thieves.
[BOLTON VETERANS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
Among the Veterans of Bolton, the following names, with rank and Regiment, are on the muster roll to attend the reunion at Topeka, Sept. 11th to 16th, 1882.
P. A. Lorry Private 70th Ind.
H. J. Chinn Private 14th Iowa.
H. J. Kimmel Private 7th Mich.
Dan Feagins Private 3rd Iowa.
W. S. Voris Private 17th Ind.
Amos Walton Q. M. Sergt. 9th Kas.
Abe Jackson Private 78th Ohio.
R. B. Scott Sergt. 78th Ohio.
A. Bannister Private 37th Iowa.
Wm. McGinnis Corps. 102nd Mich.
Jas. Headley Sergt. 2nd Mich.
S. C. Lindsay Private 50th Ills.
D. P. Marshall Major 155th Pa.
Henry Mowry Private 105th Ills.
J. N. Smithers Private 55th Mass.
Al. Mowry Private 36th Ills.
Frank Reed Private 69th Ohio.
Frank Lorry Private 11th Ind.
W. M. Robert Orderly 13th O. L. A.
D. S. Blackman Private 47th Ohio.
H. R. Johnson Private 114th Ohio.
R. J. Stevenson Private 142nd Ills.
T. J. Anderson Private 140th Ind.
J. P. Bailey Private 7th Iowa.
[GUN CLUB: ARKANSAS CITY.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
Gun Club.
A meeting for the purpose of organizing a Gun Club in Arkansas City was held last Wednesday with the following result: J. B. Nipp, Chairman; J. G. Shelden, Secretary; O. F. Houghton, Treasurer; Frank Hess, Trap Puller; J. J. Breene, Trap Setter.
Motion that the committee on programme be instructed to state that the membership fee be $2.50; carried.
Moved that the club be governed by Bogardas Rules for trap shooting; carried.
Moved that the chair appoint committee on by-laws; carried. Committee: John Shelden, M. N. Sinnott, and J. F. Stedman.
Moved that each member pay his fees one week from this meeting; carried.
Moved that Stedman be appointed a committee of one to purchase trap; carried.
Moved that we adjourn to meet next Wednesday night.
[BUSINESS LOCALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
Selected Concord Grapes from the Leonard vineyard, delivered to any part of town at 4 and 5 cents a pound by Beecher & Son.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 23, 1882.
NOTICE TO HUNTERS.
All persons are hereby notified that hunting is strictly prohibited on the premises of the undersigned in Bolton township, to-wit: the n. w. 1/4 and the n. 1/4 of s. w. 1/4 of Sec. 17, tp. 35, s. of r. 3e. Samuel Gamble.
[KANSAS NEWS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, Wednesday, August 30, 1882. Front Page.
STANDLEY & SWARTS, Publishers.
KANSAS NEWS.
Cowley County has a fire-clay that makes brick white as milk.
Caldwell wants a society for the prevention of cruelty to animals.
[EDITORIAL COLUMN.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
At the Choctaw National election, Gov. Overton was re-elected.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Hon. C. R. Mitchell and J. W. Weimer have been nominated for representatives for Cowley County and instructed to vote for Plumb. Mr. Mitchell is an experienced legislator and would make a good speaker. Emporia News.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
The Commissioner of Indian Affairs received a telegram from Agent Miles of the Cheyenne and Arapaho Indian Agency, in the Indian Territory, which stated that the Northern Cheyennes have declared their intention of migrating to the Pine Ridge Agency, in Dakota, regardless of the wishes of the Indian office in the premises. These Indians had previously requested permission to remove to the Pine Ridge Agency, but receiving no reply from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs, they resolved to act upon their own responsibility. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs has the matter under consideration.
[PORTIONS OF TOPEKA LETTER FROM "CHAS."]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882. Editorial Page.
Topeka Letter.
TOPEKA, August 25th.
The whiskey war seems to be going bravely on everywhere in the State. At Salina, a gentleman tells me, there are now six lager beer store rooms, as they are called. Parties buy their liquor in Kansas City and hire it stored at some one of the store rooms. Here in Topeka a big fight is going on and there is strong talk of mobs and that sort of thing. A committee of fifty has been appointed to stir up the Mayor and Council. The City Marshal says that the police can do nothing; that it all lies with juries and courts. But the council of fifty is a plucky one, and it will make Rome howl. You need not be astonished if you hear some day that the mob has taken law into its own hands. Perhaps I speak a little too strongly, however.
You have no doubt heard of the purchase by the Santa Fe of the road now building from Leavenworth here. That road will be connected with the present Santa Fe line at a point about eighty miles east of this city. This gives the Santa Fe four eastern outlets.
The outlook for the Soldiers' Reunion is more and more promising. At the last meeting of the committee of 38, an invitation was unanimously extended to Gen. Marmaduke, of St. Louis, and through him, to the confederates of Missouri, Arkansas, and Texas to be present, and shake hands with the Kansas veterans. Such action as this is advisably calculated to promote good feeling and harmony between the North and the South. At a recent soldiers' meeting at Ft. Scott, Mr. Shockly, Junior, commander G. A. R. for Kansas, sent a message of greeting to the confederate soldiers assembled at Sedalia. A very courteous and warm hearted reply came back. Evidently the era of good feeling is at hand. It is now well nigh certain that Secretary Lincoln and party will be here to the reunion on his way home from the Yellowstone. Chas.
[COUNTY NORMAL.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
County Normal.
We have here a full list of our teachers now enrolled in our County Normal, with grade and post office.
WINFIELD.
GRADE A.
Misses L. M. Goodwin, Ella [?] S. Kelly, Rose A. Rounds, Alpha Harden, Anna Harden, Anna L. Hunt, Joie Bard. E. L. Cook, Mollie Bryant, Allie E. Dickie, Alice Dunham, Anna Vant.
Mrs. E. T. Trimble and Mrs. W. R. Caton.
GRADE B.
Jennie Lowry, Rose A. Frederick, Emma L. Gridley, Villa M. Combs, Fannie Harden, Jennie Davy, Maggie Stansbury, Fannie Pontious, Maggie C. Seabridge, Etta B. Robinson, Amy Robertson, Mr. D. J. Brothers, Frank Robinson, A. Gridley, Samuel Aldrich, Charles Ware, P. Beaumont, C. W. Stewart.
GRADE C.
Anna Kuhn, Mary E. Curfman, Emma L. McKee, L. M. Page, Mary A. Orr, Ida Bard, Pattie Andrews, Leoti Gary, Lydia L. Horner, Anna McClung, Haidee Trezise, Ida G. Trezise, Hattie Pontious, Mary Berkey, Maggie Kinne, Fannie Headrick, Mr. M. M. Stearns, R. B. Bartlett, Harry Bullen, Will Tremor.
AKRON.
GRADE A.: Porter Wilson.
GRADE B.: Clara Green.
CAMBRIDGE.
GRADE A.
H. T. Albert.
GRADE B.
Jas. Hutchinson
D. W. Ramage.
Lizzie Palmer.
Maud Lesly.
Allie Wheeler.
GRADE C.
Grant Wilkins [?].
BURDEN.
GRADE A.
E. A. Millard.
Geo. Wright.
GRADE B.
R. O. Stearns.
B. F. Alderman.
Hattie Mabee.
GRADE C.
Charles Walch.
P. M. Leach.
Lizzie Burden.
Fannie Mabee.
ARKANSAS CITY.
GRADE A.
Linnie Peed.
Jennie Peterson.
Sadie E. Pickering.
Jessie Sankey.
W. M. Henderson.
GRADE B.
J. W. Warren.
C. F. Cunningham.
Annie Norton.
Flora Finley.
Rose Sample.
Linda Christian.
GRADE C.
Wm. E. Gilbert.
Minnie Turner.
Dido Carlisle.
Emma Rhodes.
NEW SALEM.
GRADE A.: W. M. Christopher.
GRADE B.: Mrs. A. M. Gillespie.
GRADE C.: Miss Ord Irvin.
GRENOLA.
GRADE B.
J. H. Cratsley.
L. D. Maddux.
GRADE C.
Lizzie Young.
LAWRENCE.
GRADE B.: S. L. Herriott.
MAPLE CITY.
GRADE B.: W. E. Ketchum.
ROCK.
GRADE B.
C. Martindale.
Mrs. A. H. Limerick.
GRADE C.
John C. Bradshaw.
OTTO.
GRADE B.: R. B. Overman.
TORRANCE.
GRADE B.: Jennie Hicks.
T. J. Rude.
DEXTER.
GRADE B.: Emma Elliott.
GRADE C.: J. R. Smith.
GEUDA.
GRADE B.: Ida Hamilton.
OXFORD.
GRADE B.
Anna D. Martin.
GRADE C.
Gertrude E. McKinley.
Clara V. Pierce.
Lillie Perrin.
BALTIMORE.
GRADE C.: C. Messenger.
CHETOPA.
GRADE C.: Bert Dersham.
UDALL.
GRADE C.
Minnie Heartle [?].
Kate A. Martin.
CLOVERDALE.
GRADE C.: Miss Bertha Hempy.
TISDALE.
GRADE C.: Mrs. E. Kephart.
[PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
School commences next Monday.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Tax sales will come off next Tuesday.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Cal. Dean was in the city last Monday.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Mrs. Grimes from Sac & Fox Agency is visiting in town.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Father Loomis was improving quite rapidly yesterday.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Mrs. F. C. Wood, of Wichita, is in the city, visiting Mrs. J. E. Miller.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
New corn is selling on our streets at from 30 to 35 cents per bushel.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Dr. Bird and wife, of Kaw Agency, were in the city last Saturday.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Charley Coombs is spending a vacation with relatives in this vicinity.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
An enameled gold bow is the newest ornament for fastening bonnet-strings.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
John Walker, of Otoe Agency, is in town. He came up bringing dispatches.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
BIRTH. Mr. and Mrs. James Benedict rejoice in the possession of a brand new daughter.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Jack Martin has returned from the Territory, and is at present staying in town.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
G. W. Cunningham contemplates improving his residence property on Ninth Street.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
The heat of the last few days is causing a great deal of sickness all over the county.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Mr. Ira Barnett shipped one carload of fat cattle to Kansas City yesterday morning.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
O. H. Bellis [? NAME PARTIALLY OBSCURED ?] is taking a vacation for the purpose of nursing a hand bruised by the brake.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Over 30,000 pounds of freight were shipped to Kaw Agency the first of the present week.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Mrs. Chas. Schiffbauer, we regret to say, is suffering from an attack of malarial sickness.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Mr. J. Simpson and family, of Winfield, will shortly make their home in Arkansas City.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
We would advise the City Council to offer a premium for the best weed patch in the city limits.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Miss Lizzie Wyckoff, who has been seriously indisposed, we are glad to note is now convalescing.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Tom Braggins and wife are at Geuda. Tom is doing the painting on John Whistler's new hotel.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Mrs. Dr. Vawter has been in Wellington for a few weeks visiting her sister. Doc. looks disconsolate.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
The saw mill at Kaw Agency is kept busy supplying the demands of the Indians for native lumber.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
We regret to say that little Willie Naud is dangerously sick at Newton, Kansas, of intermittent fever.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Rev. and Mrs. S. B. Fleming go to Wellington today to be present at the wedding of Rev. F. P. Berry.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Charlie Grimes took his departure on last Monday for Cincinnati, where he goes to enter a medical college.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Sumner County now has a Democratic paper. It is published by Messrs. Richardson & Widner, at Wellington.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Jennings Clark was called to Newton yesterday, we presume to be given employment on the main line of the Santa Fe.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Mrs. J. E. Miller is now under the care of a physician, but we hope the fair patient may speedily recover her usual health.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Mr. Fitzpatrick is fixing up a building in the northwest part of town, which he will occupy as a home when completed.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
The new hotel at Geuda will be opened soon. It adds greatly to the appearance of the town and will be welcomed by those desiring to visit the springs.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Kansas has 1,039,662 head of sheep in 1882, against 809,323 in 1881; of the number Cowley County has 61,854, the greatest number of any county in the State.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Howard Bros. sold to the Dean boys last Monday over 45,000 rods of barbed wire, which will be used to fence in their stock range south of here in the Territory.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
L. J. Darnell, of Silverdale, exhibits much the largest and finest looking ears of corn we have seen. His will probably take the lead at the State Fair. Courier.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Mr. Sam Reed has commenced the erection of a residence upon his lots on Eighth St., just south of W. E. Gooch's residence. J. H. Trask has the contract.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Mr. D. D. Keeler, superintendent of Kaw Agency, was in the city last Saturday to meet his wife who had just returned from a several weeks visit to friends in Cedar County, Iowa.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Mr. J. C. Lambdin, of Eldorado, spent Sunday last in the city with his nephew, J. G. Shelden. Mr. Lambdin was homeward bound from the Territory, where he had been buying cattle.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
We had the pleasure of meeting our old friend, Dave Finney, last Monday, while on a visit to our place. Mr. Finney is now engaged in the stock business, in which we are glad to say he is prospering. We had quite a pleasant chat over the olden times when the lively firm of Finney & Hopkins was one of our city's institutions.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
DIED. At his residence in East Bolton at 2 o'clock on Tuesday, the 22nd instant, of paralysis, W. B. Skinner. The funeral services were held by Rev. Fleming on Thursday, August 24th, and the remains were lowered to their last resting place in the East Bolton cemetery in the presence of a large number of sorrowing relatives and friends. The deceased had for many years been one of Bolton's prominent citizens and though he had been ailing for several months yet no one thought that the sands of life were so nearly run out. The bereaved widow and children have the sympathy of the entire community in their present hour of sorrow.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
BIRTH. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Whitney, on Friday last, a daughter. Regulation weight, and we are pleased to state that mother and child, as well as the father, are doing first-class.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Pink Fouts, of Willow Springs, was in the city last Saturday, and left with blood in his eye about 4 p.m. for his home in the Territory. It was chicken blood, however, so no one need be at all scared.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
The work of weed cutting goes on fitfully and spasmodically, but at the present rate of progress won't be finished before frost comes. The city authorities really ought to take the matter in hand and make a clean sweep.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
The corps of teachers of the Arkansas City Graded School, the fall term of which will commence on Monday, September 4th, are Prof. Atkinson, as Principal, assisted by Misses Jennie Peterson, Annie Norton, and Susie Hunt.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Mrs. Peter Pearson has our thanks for a sample of the finest honey we have seen in a long time. The comb is of a beautiful color and filled with honey of the finest flavor. It was a portion of the product of Mrs. Pearson's initial year as a bee keeper.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
The KAWS have been making considerable improvement in and around their agency during the year just passed. They will have completed by this fall over 17 houses, con- structed of native lumber, and the work mainly done by Indian laborers.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Capt. W. E. Tansey, of Winfield, declines the nomination for Probate Judge tendered him by the Greenbackers of this county. The Captain is too loyal a Republican to be caught with such chaff, and evidently remembers that evil communications corrupt good manners.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
From a late bulletin of the census department, we glean the fact that Kansas has a voting population of 201,354 native, and 53,595 foreign born white citizens and 10,765 colored. Cowley County has 5,701 males over 21 years of age, of which 5,143 are native born, 490 foreign, and 62 colored.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
A private letter informs us that Payne is on Dry Creek, near the North Canadian, with a small party; that they are putting up buildings, and Payne has written to parties in Wichita to come on at once. It is possible that the Military do not know that Payne is in the Territory.
Caldwell Commercial.
Yes, "it is possible," but not at all probable, though.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Mr. R. Matthews and wife, of Wichita, who were in our city last week taking orders for the two works "Museum of Antiquities" and "Gems for the Fireside," disposed of between thirty and forty copies of the works, the same to be delivered in a few weeks. Mr. Matthews is a thorough businessman and understands the book business in all its phases.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
A. A. Newman returned on last Tuesday from his yearly trip East. While away Mr. Newman, by way of recreation, visited Coney Island, washed from his hide the long accumu- lated Kansas dust at Long Branch and other fashionable resorts. His arrival home was preceded for several days by goods in big boxes, little boxes, bales, bundles, and bags, and they still continue to follow him in undiminished quantities.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Among the arrivals on Monday last in this city were Alex. Fuller, of Streeter, Illinois, who is interested in a cattle ranch near Maple City, Cowley Co.; Mr. F. L. Bennion, Auditor of the Chicago & Alton R. R., also interested in the ranch; and Clark Jack, from camp on the Cimarron, Indian Territory, who will take charge. Other parties are expected tomorrow looking for locations. And still there is room. They have our greeting and best wishes.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
We had the pleasure last Monday of meeting Dr. J. M. Wright, late of Burdenville. The Dr. has rented a residence of Wm. Rose and an office of Peter Pearson and expects this week to move his family here and take up his residence permanently with us. He will devote himself to the practice of medicine; and being a gentleman of pleasant address and much experience, he will doubtless receive a large patronage from our people.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
"Fort Sill," who keeps a saloon in Hunnewell, was accidently shot on Monday night. The story as given to us is to the effect that the boys were feeling gay and happy, and while scuffling, Sill among the rest, the City Marshal came in, and the party began to pull him around. In doing so, his revolver was pulled from the waist of his pants, and as it fell to the floor, was discharged, the ball striking the shin bone of Sill's left leg. Word was sent to Dr. Noble, who went over about one o'clock, and, we understand, had to amputate the limb below the knee. Caldwell Commercial.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
On last week a telegram signed by some party in St. Louis was received by four local officers, directing them to arrest a woman described in it, that she had stolen three hundred dollars, also giving time she would arrive here. When the train came the lady filling the description duly appeared, and was promptly taken into custody, until the facts could be ascertained. Katrina proved to be a modest and lady-like German lassie, unable to make herself understood in English. According to her story she was a victim of a match made for her by her relatives with a widower of forty or more years, with several large children. Life becoming a burden in her St. Louis home, Katrina appropriated a modest three hundred of several hundred dollars belonging to herself and husband and quietly started for Kansas. On reaching here she met the reception her generous husband's telegram had prepared for her. In the calamity of her situation, Katrina deported herself like a heroine, and told her story with a straight-forward simplicity, which gave it the impress of truth, and she was discharged by the officers as soon as they deemed it prudent.
Her hero husband followed her two days later and corroborated her story, and after trying to persuade her to return with him, he endeavored to obtain a part of the few dollars Katrina had brought with her; failing in both, he departed a sadder but wiser man.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
We are glad to announce that the trouble in the Creek Nation, which at one time promised such serious results, is, in all probability, over. There is still some legal disturbance, but mostly from unreasoning excitement, and that is rapidly subsiding. The constitutional government has most of the ring-leaders against its authority under arrest, and about all there is to create a ripple on the surface of its even-going is the interest attaching to their trial and punishment. Fortunately but few lives have been lost, but the expense incurred, with the greater evil of treasonable obstruction of lawful and legitimate govern- ment, demands such adjustment as shall, in the future, prevent any recurrence of the late troubles. Neither socially, financially, or morally can the Creek Nation afford it, and no better time than the present will ever come, in which to prepare for lasting peace.
Indian Journal.
[NOTICES.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
SILVERDALE CEMETERY. At a meeting held Aug. 21st, 1882, at the Silverdale school house, the citizens of Silverdale township decided to enclose their cemetery with a fence. The following were appointed to solicit funds therefor:
John Splawn, S. H. Living, Wm. Herbert, J. P. Musselman, John Fleharty, and A. D. Edwards. The fence will be of stone four feet in height, with provisions for adding a wire netting eighteen inches in height.
If the necessary funds can be obtained at once, the fence will be finished according to this plan; if not, the stone-work will be laid with intention of finishing when the money can be raised.
All persons interested in the cemetery, and who are willing to assist in the work, are requested to pay their contributions before Nov. 1st next, as the contract will be let about that time. This is a movement which will certainly be commended by all.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Stacy Matlack returned from the East last week, where he had been laying in the necessary supplies to fill the ever increasing demands of his business in Dry Goods, Groceries, etc. Mr. Matlack has received a splendidly assorted stock of Dry Goods in the latest styles, colors, patterns, etc., and from the pyramids of boxes that are daily landing at his store, we predict a glorious time in store for his fair patrons in looking over his stock of novelties.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
The Arkansas City House has been closed and the furniture, etc., will be sold at auction on Saturday next. See notice elsewhere in this issue. Mr. John E. Williams, the late propri etor, has sold out the building to Mr. A. A. Newman, who we understand will put a hand- some business block on the site.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Public Sale. I will sell at public auction on Saturday, Sept. 2nd, at 1 o'clock p.m., at the Arkansas City House, in Arkansas City, all my household furniture, consisting of cook stoves, heating stoves, kitchen furniture, parlor furniture, bedding, bedsteads, chairs, one parlor organ, two hogs, and other things too numerous to mention. Terms of sale: All sums of $5 and under, cash; over $5, 4 months time. J. E. WILLIAMS.
A. BAILY, Auctioneer.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
We regret to announce that Mr. I. C. Loomis met with an accident last week while lead-ing a cow to water, that will probably be serious if not fatal in its results. The animal threw the old gentleman down inflicting a shock from which he has been more or less unconscious ever since. Mrs. J. C. Loomis is also lying very low with an attack of malarial fever.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Mr. Sam'l Newall, of New York, accompanied by one of his sons, spent several days in our city last week. Mr. Newall is considerably interested, financially, in this section of country and stopped off during a Western trip to take in southern Cowley. He favored the TRAVELER with a pleasant call in the course of which he took the opportunity to express his admiration of our town and its environs and predicted a glorious business future for Arkansas City.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
ARKANSAS RIVER BRIDGE. The bonds for repairing the above structure, voted some time since, have been disposed of, and the contract for putting in two 70 foot spans and 60 feet of approach embankment to the bridge, has been let to the Missouri Valley Bridge Company, the same to be fully completed by Nov. 1st, 1882.
This leaves about 50 or 60 feet of the approach on the south side yet to be completed before the bridge is in thoroughly good shape, but as this part rests with the people of Bolton township, no delay will result. This is a much needed improvement, and we are glad to see it under way.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
Take Notice.
The B. and C. grades of the public schools will commence on Monday morning, Sept. 4th, in the department immediately below that in which they have attended the past year. The names of the pupils of the High school and Grammar departments will be placed in the lower hall. Parents and patrons are requested, earnestly, to enter their pupils at the commencement of the term, as delay may place them in lower classes. The Teachers will please meet the Principal at 4 o'clock, Friday evening, Sept. 1st, at the schoolhouse and receive their list of pupils and order of work. By order of the Board.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
NOTICE TO CARPENTERS AND PLASTERERS.
The Directors of School District Thirty-two (32) Creswell township, Cowley Co., will meet at the Parker Schoolhouse on Saturday, Sept. 2nd, at 2 o'clock p.m., for the purpose of receiving sealed or opened bids for the re-plastering of said house, and for the erection of two out houses, and repairs on Schoolhouse. We would like all bidders to be present. Right reserved to reject any or all bids. F. M. Vaughn, Clerk of said Dist.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 30, 1882.
BARD & HARRIS.
The fine Real Estate Firm of Bard & Harris, of Winfield, Kansas, are selling more Real Estate than any other Firm in Southern Kansas. They have now a branch office in Arkansas City. We respectfully solicit your patronage.
[KANSAS NEWS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, Wednesday, September 6, 1882. Front Page.
KANSAS NEWS.
New corn brings 50 cents per bushel at Winfield.
During the month of July there were shipped from Caldwell station 1029 cars of cattle.
Winfield Courier: Wm. Bordner, of Beaver township, brought in the first load of new ripe field yellow dent corn, last Saturday, and sold it at fifty cents a bushel. He husked out just one acre, an average of his field, and got sixty seven bushels, yielding him $33.50 per acre. He has seventy acres of this field. This field was planted the 10th day of March and that accounts for its success. It was cut down by frost three times after it came up but the roots were growing all the time, and it beats all later planted corn in the vicinity all out.
[PORTION OF TOPEKA LETTER FROM "CHARLES.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
The work of preparation for the soldier's re-union still goes steadily on. Sleeping accommodations for 17,500 men have been provided on the camp grounds.
Six thousand names are already on the general muster rolls and the number is rapidly increasing. The larger numbers are expected Thursday night. The grand parade comes on Friday morning, and those who live at any considerable distance from Topeka will have to come on the day before. Blaine speaks at 11 o'clock Friday Morning.
The citizens of Topeka have been very liberal in offering their houses to families of soldiers. Mr. Samuel Rodges has charge of that matter, and any who want to bring their families to the Reunion will do well to apply to Mr. Rodges at once, P. O. box 464. Comrade Neeham will have a force of escorts at every train, to give necessary information. Every possible means will be adopted for the finding of old comrades. State headquarters will be established on the camp grounds, and State registries will be kept in the most convenient places.
[PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
R. L. Cowles has been on the sick list.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Charley Coombs returned to Topeka yesterday.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
C. M. Scott attended church last Sunday evening.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
C. F. Betts has been quite sick, but is now at work again.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Frank Jennings was in town, on official business, last Thursday.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
School commenced last Monday, with an attendance of 275 pupils.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Al. Mowry is now engaged as engineer at Searing & Mead's mill.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Wolfe and Miller have the toniest barber shop in southern Kansas.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Dr. A. J. Chapel has gone on a business trip to Topeka and Kansas City.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Mrs. C. R. Mitchell and family are visiting her parents, at Halstead, Kansas.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
August Lorry is running the Bath Houses at Geuda Springs.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Schiffbauer Bros. have just completed a stone sidewalk in front of their grocery.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Mr. George Nance, of Maple City, is engaged in Peter Pearson's Furniture Store.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Newman & Co. continues to unload carloads of goods received from the East.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
A. R. Fitzpatrick's residence, in the northwest part of town, commences to look ship- shape.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
A. P. Hutchison has gone to Cheyenne Agency to take a situation in the Agent's office.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Mrs. F. C. Wood returned to her home at Wichita last Monday after a several day's visit to friends in this city.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
John Gooch, who is in charge of Sherburne's store at Otoe Agency, was in town last Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Peter Pearson, as usual, is kept busy, not the least part of his trade being the wholesaling of furniture to the county seat.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
The Stewart restaurant will be running on full time in about a week. It will be conducted strictly as a first-class restaurant.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
The Arkansas City House is no more, and its late proprietor, Mr. J. E. Williams, informs us he intends leaving the State for a time.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Dr. Kellogg's new home, on Eighth street, is being put up in the old-fashioned substantial manner, and is rapidly approaching completion.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Green & Snyder have just sold the Daniels property just west of the U. P. church, to Mr. Endicott, from Indiana, a cousin of P. F. Endicott.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Hon. Geo. Ordway and wife with their son-in-law, Mr. Baker, and wife, are now in our city and we trust may decide to permanently locate with us.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Sheep men complain of the difficulty to secure safe, reliable herders. In Texas flock masters are endeavoring to secure Chinamen in place of Mexicans.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
We had a pleasant chat with our friend, Al. Dean, last Monday, while he was in our city en route for Butler Co., whither he was bound on a business trip.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
W. E. Ketchum, of Maple City, one of the oldest and best teachers in the county, passed through town on his way home from the Normal last Wednesday.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
The auction at the Arkansas City House last Saturday afternoon was largely attended and good prices were secured for most of the articles put for sale.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Farmers save the seed from your sorghum. It sells readily at $1.50 per bushel, and last spring could not be purchased short of Kansas City, at $3 per bushel.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Dean Bros. are fencing in their range in the Territory. Howard Bros. furnished the barbed wire therefor, and still have enough left to fence a few thousand miles.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
We now have three of the finest mills in Southern Kansas running by water power, and can do better work, and can do it cheaper than it can be done anywhere in this country.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
If the Oklahoma boomers, passing through our streets every day, would lend a hand, or go to work with their teams and put up hay, they would benefit themselves, as well as helping others.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
The case of the State vs. John Freylinger was tried by Esq. Bonsall on last Friday, C. L. Swarts appearing for the State and Christian & Barnes for the defense. The defendant was fined ten dollars and costs.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
STATE FAIR. Tickets to State Fair and return, held at Topeka, Sept. 11th to 16th, will be $4.35, good from Sept. 10th to Sept. 18th, 1882. This ticket is good for one admission to the grounds. Commence sale Sept. 10th.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Messrs. Schiffbauer Bros. come to the front this week with a new "ad." This firm is one of the livest in town and is now chuck full of everything in the grocery and hardware line which it will pay all to call and see before buying.
AD. GROCERIES/HARDWARE. RESERVED FOR SCHIFFBAUER BROS.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
We call attention to the new "ad." of the Eagle Mills, which appears in this issue. These mills are under the management of W. H. Speers, who will be pleased to see his old patrons at his new quarters on the banks of the raging canal.
AD:
THE EAGLE MILLS,
ARKANSAS CITY, KANSAS.
CUSTOM OR EXCHANGE WORK SOLICITED. TOLL ONE-EIGHTH (1/8).
FLOUR, FEED, BRAN, ETC., ALWAYS ON HAND.
GRINDING AT ALL HOURS OF THE DAY AND NIGHT.
W. H. SPEERS, PROPRIETOR.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Mrs. I. H. Bonsall has our thanks for as fine a sample of pears as ever greeted the eye of mortal. They were grown on their residence lots, and one of the specimens weighed 8-1/2 ounces, and girthed 9-1/2 inches one way and 10-1/2 the other, and was, besides, a very chunk of mellow sweetness.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
The Society of the Army of the Cumberland have on hand the erection of a monument in one of the public squares of the National Capital to the memory of our martyred President, J. A. Garfield. Circulars giving particulars of the same may be seen at the post office, where subscriptions will be received by J. C. Topliff, P.M., who is duly authorized to receive the same as well as to further this object in any way he deems expedient.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Miss Carrie Goddard passed through the city on Friday inst. Miss Goddard was on her way from a visit to friends in Emporia, to Osage Agency, to resume her duties in the schools at the latter place.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
The Eagle Mills on the canal is now running on full time, and doing fine work. Mr. Speers says he is ready to exchange or do custom work at any time night or day.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
The Bolton township veterans who are to attend the re-union, are hereby notified that arrangements have been made for them to start for Topeka on Monday, the 11th of September 1882, at 3 o'clock p.m. The fare for the round trip will be $3.00.
P. A. LORRY, Capt.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
NOTICE. The School Library Association will elect officers for the ensuing year at the schoolhouse, Monday, Sept. 11, at 4 o'clock p.m. Every member is requested to be present and assist in the work. JERRY ADAMS, Pres.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
The spiritual needs of the city are well supplied just now. A traveling party of Free Methodists, with canvass, etc., in which to hold their meetings, is located near the foundry, and hold services every evening.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Mr. O. O. Glendenning, the sub-contractor for beef to the Indians at Osage, Kaw, Sac & Fox, Pawnee, and Ponca Agencies, has located among us, and will probably make this his future home. For two weeks he has been under the weather, but is now up again.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Mr. Lane, of Maple township, was a caller at the TRAVELER office Monday. Mr. Lane is an extensive stock dealer and farmer and is looking at Arkansas City with the expectation of locating here, to enjoy the advantage of our schools and the facilities for the stock busi- ness within town.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Corn buyers seem to be afraid to contract for corn in bulk at present prices, and the farmers are slow to sell. A great many exaggerated stories are afloat, but little has been con tracted. The mills offer twenty-five cents per bushel, and some stockmen are paying as high as forty cents, delivered.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Mr. H. M. Maidt, of Wichita, called at the TRAVELER office yesterday. Mr. Maidt is a practical carriage painter, and is here to commence business in that line. He will open a shop in the Parker building on South Summit street. Mr. Maidt comes with high recommen dations as a skillful workman and we bespeak him success.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Mr. Geo. Y. Johnson, Secretary of the Kansas State Fair Association, has our thanks for a premium list of the same as well as for a handsomely gotten up complimentary which we hope to be able to use. The prospects for the fair at this writing are first-class and it will undoubtedly be the biggest thing ever undertaken in the history of our State.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
One of the most successful and neatest jobs in surgery we have ever seen was performed by Dr. C. G. Thompson, veterinary surgeon, a few days since. The subject was a mule that had run foul of a barbed wire fence and cut a gash six inches long and to the bone on its right shoulder. The Dr. took it in hand after several had declined the case and with his accustomed skill had the critter around in good shape in a very short time.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
In another column will be found the announcement of Dr. H. D. Kellogg as an Indepen- dent candidate for the office of Representative of this District. Dr. was one of the first residents of this place, and with the exception of a short residence at Emporia, has remained with us to the present time. The Doctor is a practicing physician; has an interest in one of our leading drug stores; has held the offices of Mayor and Councilman of this city, and is too well known in this vicinity to need further comment at our hands.
[NOTE: COULD NOT FIND THE ANNOUNCEMENT REFERRED TO!]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
A number of sheep and cattle men are sowing rye for winter pasture. Last year John A. Scott sowed three acres and pastured it all winter, and in the fall harvested 82 bushels of rye, which he sold on the place at 75 cents per bushel, or for $61.50. Mr. Andrews, a sheep owner on Otter creek, put in about fifteen acres last year for his lambs, and says it was the best investment for feed he has ever made. When horses are poor in the fall, rye will bring them in good flesh, when they would remain poor all winter on dry feed. Every farmer should put in a few acresit saves grain and hay.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Last week three men were seen to ride along the State line and deliberately set fire to the prairie. Luckily the grass was too green to burn or the result would have been thousands of dollars damage to the farmers along the line who have been too busy haying, threshing, and their general fall work to make fire guards. We would like to inform such characters that there is a law imposing $500 fine for setting fire to the prairie in the Territory, but it is doubtful if we can reach them. They can be reached, however, with a good shot gun, and while we cannot recommend it, no tears would be shed if it was resorted to. Desperate means require desperate measures.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
DIED. We were pained to hear of the death of a little 4-year-old daughter of Capt. Nipp, at his ranch in the Indian Territory, on the 3rd inst. Capt. Nipp, with his family, have been staying in the Territory for some weeks past, and intended to return to his home in a few days when the illness of his child rendered his departure imperative. The little sufferer first com- plained of feeling poorly on Sunday morning; was taken with convulsions at noon, and expired the same day. Captain Nipp reached our city with the remains on Monday, the funeral services were held at 10 a.m., yesterday, and the remains deposited in the Riverview cemetery. The sorrowing parents have the heartfelt sympathy of the community, and in this, the hour of darkness, we commend them to the care of Him who said, "Suffer little children to come unto me **** for of such is the Kingdom of Heaven.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Indian Inspector Haworth has located the Indian schools one-half mile south of the State line, and four miles from Arkansas City. This involves an expenditure of $25,000 for build- ings, and $10,000 for schools for the first year. Fine, large buildings will be erected imme- diately, and schools established as soon as the buildings are completed.
Kansas City Indicator.
Yes, improvements are going on all around us. The town has made an unprece dented growth this year. A new bridge is soon to be built across the Arkansas river, and our grist mills are sending flour to make bread for the miners in the mountains. Produce and all kinds of fruits are shipped by the carload, daily, and when the hay shipment begins, there won't be cars enough to supply the demand.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Soldiers' Reunion.
HEAD QUARTERS, Cowley County Veterans, Winfield, Kas., Sept. 4th, 1882.
VETERANS. A special train will leave Arkansas City Tuesday morning, Sept. 12th at 4:30 a.m., for your accommodation, arriving at Topeka at 3:30 p.m. You will bring your blankets, cooking utensils, and two days rations. The fare for the round trip will be $4.80. The soldiers of Creswell and Bolton townships will take the train at Arkansas City unless they desire to report at Winfield Monday.
By order of T. H. SOWARD, Col. Commanding.
H. S. WELLS, Agent.
[LETTER LIST.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Letter List.
List of letters remaining uncalled for in the Post Office at Arkansas City, Kansas, September 1st, 1882.
FIRST COLUMN: Atkinson, S. B.; Andrews, James L.; Bookwalter, Caroline; Breeman, James; Bradley, J. N.; Beach, George; Burcher, George; Burroughs, W.; Boggers, H. H.; Colvin, D. H.; Cadden, E.; Cogswell, L. S.; Constant, Frank; Carrens, William A.; Campbell, Mattie; Chesnut, D. M.; Crowder, Luther; Case, Charles S.; Dunham, C. M.; Davis, C. W.; Davis, Charles; Foster, T. W.; Fuller, A. H.; Gilmer, Miss Gus; Humphries, A. J.; Hass, B.; Goodrich, J. A.; Henry, William D.; Kelly, J. M.; Kempton, R. C.; Kinney, J. H.; Keeler, William; Keffer, Jackson; Krouth, Caroline; McGaughy, Hugh.
SECOND COLUMN: McDowell, A.; Mowry, J. R.; Morey, Frank; Myres, H. L.; Mardis, C. D.; Naston, M. P.; Nelson, A. L.; Pittinger, C. W.; Rothrock, William; Rice, M. F.; Renrick, James; Smith, Mrs. Carr; Schuster, James; Suffrias, Charles D.; Smith, Mrs. A. A.; Strait, Straight; Smith, D.; Tarbox, W.; Thomson, M. A.; Tulley, Burrell J.; Talley, H. H.; Trabler, Miss Nell; Volant, Daniel; Vromes, F. D.; Williams, Mrs. Wm.; Wilson, Mrs. Wm.; Warren, J. M.; Walker, Henry; Williams, Robert; Weyand, A.; Willis, J. D.; Woolsey, Matt; Webster, W. E.; Whipps, J. B.
Parties calling for any of these letters will please say advertised. J. C. TOPLIFF, P. M.
[BUSINESS LOCALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
Plastering Hair 35 cents per bushel at Kansas Tannery, Winfield, Kansas.
STRAYED. An Umbrella, marked C. M. Swarts.Dog on it.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
WANTED. 1,000 Rails and 250 Posts delivered at our Sheep Ranche within 30 days.
Scott & Topliff.
[KANSAS STATE FAIR & VETERAN SOLDIERS' REUNION.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 6, 1882.
KANSAS STATE FAIR
and the
VETERAN SOLDIERS'
Second Annual
REUNION!
AT TOPEKA, SEPT. 11, TO 16, 1882.
The State Fair has united with it in one combined exposition the State Wool Growers and Sheep Breeders' Association, State Horticultural Society and the State Poultry and Pet Stock Association and offers a grand aggregate of
$40,000 IN PREMIUMS!
No legitimate feature neglected, but many attractive novelties added.
COUNTY DISPLAYS A SPECIALTY.
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THE SOLDIERS' REUNION
Will last through fair week. Tents free and rations at cost. It is confidently expected there will be THIRTY THOUSAND VETERANS In line on the Fair Grounds Veterans' Day when they will be addressed by JAS. G. BLAINE, Maine; NEAL DOW, Maine; SPEAKER KEIFER, Ohio; GEN. JOHN COBURN, Indiana; COL. STREIGHT, Indiana; COL. HARRY WHITE, Penn.; COL. CARR, Illinois; GEN. VANDERVOORT, Commander in Chief, G. A. R., Washington, D. C., and others. All of whom have positively agreed to attend.
Other attractions of State Fair week at Topeka are:
Reunion of Patrons of Husbandry who will be addressed by Hon. Geo. R. Loring, U. S. Commissioner of Agriculture. Annual Tournament of the Kansas Band Union for prizes aggregating $600. Grand encampment of the Kansas State militia, uniformed and under arms, by order of Maj. Gen. T. J. Anderson, commanding.
RAILROAD RATES WILL BE REDUCED TO ONE CENT PER MILE
On the Santa Fe and the Union Pacific, while other roads will make proportionate reductions. GEO. Y. JOHNSON; Secretary of State Fair Association.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882. Editorial.
Abe Steinberger, publisher of the Grip, submitted his case to the judge yesterday without jury, trial, or argument, the question at issue being simply, "Were the paragraphs and articles obscene?" Judge Jones, after glancing over the two last issues for a space of fifteen minutes, fined Steinberger $500, the full extent of the law.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Mixed Convention.
The mixed convention held in this city last Saturday endorsed the candidacy of Dr. Kellogg for Representative and nominated Mr. Wm. Green for County Commissioner. In regard to its politics the convention was "neither fowl, flesh, nor good red herring," but was a cross produced by the nation of Democracy and Greenbackism, and was presided over by a Greenback from Winfield wholly outside this Representative district. It was natural that it should have nominated Mr. Green for Commissioner, but, why was either a Greenback or Democrat not nominated for Representative?
It would have been much easier for the adherents of the convention, if it have any, to support a good Democrat or Greenbacker, than to support a man who presents in himself the anomaly of a Republican working in the interests of a Democratic party.
When a man is elected to office, he is the servant of those who elect him, and when any Republican essay to run in favor of Greenbackers and Democrats, when he forgets that "evil communications corrupt good manners," he divests himself of his Republicanism and clothes himself in the garments of his political following and becomes their servant.
We are content to let the ticket stand upon its own merits.
[CONSTANT CHIMES.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Butter is scarce in town.
Capt. Thompson is at the reunion.
Winfield is to have a glucose factory.
Potatoes find a ready sale at $1.00 per bushel.
The Eagle Mills are now running day and night.
L. H. Teets is now on his farm in Butler County.
Dr. Chapel returned from his Kansas City trip last Saturday.
The gospel tent still holds out in the north part of town.
M. G. Troup was in town Saturday last on legal business.
Mrs. Charles Schiffbauer, we are sorry to say, is suffering from a bad cold.
Ed. Chapin, an old 1870 resident of Arkansas City, was in town last Friday.
Frank Reed and R. P. Scott, of Bolton, are attending the re-union at Topeka.
Hon. James McDermott, of Winfield, was in our city on legal business last Monday.
Our tinners report the fruit can trade of the past week to have been simply immense.
Miss Angie Mantor left last week for the Territory to take the position of seamstress at Otoe Agency.
Miss Linnie Peed will commence a winter's school in the Centennial Dist. the first Monday in October.
We are pleased to hear Miss Fannie Skinner will be retained as principal teacher at the Otoe Agency schools.
John Kroenert said he was going to the State Fair, but we won't tell all we know about it. He started yesterday.
O. F. Godfrey received, last week, a large invoice of choice works which he has added to his Circulating Library.
Two hacks run daily between this city and Geuda Springs, and it is quite the usual thing for them to be crowded.
[PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Peter Pearson has rented the rooms over his store to Mr. Baker, who is temporarily occupying them as a residence.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Harry Hill took his departure on Monday last for Baldwin City, whither he goes to attend the Baker University.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Agent Miles and wife were registered at the City Hotel for several days last week, returning to their home on Friday.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Misses Mamie and Annie Meigs, of Anthony, were visiting their old time friend, Mrs. T. H. McLaughlin, last week.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
E. D. Bowen, one of Arkansas City's old timers, was in the city last week. Mr. Bowen is now a citizen of Harper County.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
If you want a real nobby harness, saddle, or anything in that line, Messrs. J. W. Pugsley or T. Houghton can fit you out.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Mrs. Mead and Miss Lizzie Wyckoff are at Geuda Springs for a week's vacation from the din and turmoil of our busy city.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Aaron Harnly has gone to Kansas City. He goes to buy furniture for the firm of Wolfe & Harnly, and will be absent for a week.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Messrs. Stewart & Simpson are kept busy all the time building and plastering the new edifices that are looming up all over town.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
J. D. Houston, of the law firm of Campbell & Houston, Wichita, was in town last week. Joe reports business good, and is happy.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
The damage to Scott & Topliff's ranch on the State line last Saturday night, by fire, we are glad to state is fully covered by insurance.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Mr. John T. Gooch, of Red Rock Agency, spent several days of last week in our city.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Archie Dunn has rigged up a pump and now draws his supply of water to sprinkle our streets direct from the canal. He don't seem to care now whether the wind blows or not.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Dow Wilson, who, we understand, recently sold his mining interests in Colorado for a good round sum, returned to the city Monday, and left yesterday for Springfield, Missouri.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Dr. Jamison Vawter came in from Kentucky last week looking as if he had enjoyed himself. Dr. has gone to work, and says he is here to stay till Gabriel blows his horn.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Sam Davis got down from the editorial stool of the Telegram long enough to visit Arkansas City and the TRAVELER on Friday last. Call again, Sam, you are always welcome.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
The Indian outbreak at Fort Dodge, which was the talk all last week, as usual, ended in smoke. It was merely a small hunting party of Cheyennes which caused the excitement.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Two of our city ladies, Mrs. Shedden and Mrs. Berger, left for the Territory last week, the former to take the position of matron at Pawnee and the latter matron at Otoe Agencies.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Agent L. J. Miles, of Osage Agency, and Supt. D. D. Keeler, of Kaw, loaded nineteen teams with 29,240 pounds of freight for the above Agencies at Arkansas City on last Thursday.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Judge Tipton will speak at the Centennial schoolhouse Sept. 15th at 2 p.m., and at Estus' schoolhouse in the evening. An earnest invitation is extended to all, regardless of politics.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
The City Hotel has been crowded with guests the past few weeks. Mr. Cassell is a suc- cessful hotel man, and his motto seems to be, "I'll do more than command successI'll deserve it."
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
The case of Frelinger vs. Nolie tried before Justice Bonsall on last Monday resulted in a verdict for the defendant. Johnson & McDermott appeared for plaintiff and C. L. Swarts for defendant.
[Note: Should have read Freylinger vs. Nolle. MAW]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
On Friday of last week we had the pleasure of meeting Mr. L. E. Woodin, Jr., who had just arrived from Michigan, and was en route for Otoe Agency, where he will assume the position of sub-Agent.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
The State of Kansas vs. Jacob Probasco was tried yesterday, charge assault and battery. M. G. Troup appeared for the State, and C. L. Swarts for defendant. The verdict of jury was for defendant.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
The old soldiers at Winfield had a big jollification last Monday night before leaving for Topeka.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Dr. J. T. Shepard has been under the weather for several days but is now around again in good shape.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Mrs. Matlack, Mrs. C. H. Searing, and Mrs. Bishop left for Geuda Springs yesterday for a short sojourn in the vicinity of the healing waters.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Mr. Stacy Matlack has added to his force of clerks Mr. Crooksford, whom we understand has had a life's experience in the dry goods business in old England.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Schiffbauer Brothers sold, last Saturday, to Messrs. McClellan & Powel, who are fencing a 20 by 18 mile range in the Territory south of the Otoe Agency, over 51,760 pounds of wire and three wagons.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Mr. L. D. Davis, the newly appointed superintendent of schools at Pawnee Agency, passed through the city last week.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
The defaulting bookkeeper (Colgate) of Bliss & Wood's mill at Winfield, which recently burned, has confessed to setting it on fire in the hope that by destroying the books, he would get rid of all evidence as to his financial irregularities.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
The Geuda Springs Herald, published by Joe F. White, at Geuda Springs, Cowley County, Kansas, is before us, and is a neat and well printed 7 column paper. We congratulate Geuda upon their very own journal, and will gladly exchange.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
The weed crop in various parts of town is being harvested. Better late than never of course, but if they had been out two months sooner the work would have been more of a success as the majority of the weeds have now gone to seed.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
L. E. Woodin, Sr., the gentlemanly Indian Agent in charge of Otoe, Pawnee, Ponca, and Oakland Agencies, was in the city last week, and in the course of conversation, informed us he would in the future make his business headquarters at Ponca.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Some action should be taken by the city authorities touching the condition of privy vaults and other nuisances of a like nature in the city limits. The air is tainted by the effluvia arising therefrom, which of itself is one of the most fruitful causes of sickness, etc.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Messrs. Ball & Nelson, who have been here some time selling the Centennial Washing Machine, report themselves as having done well financially in our city. They deserve success, as they have a number one machine for sale, which they ensure to give satisfaction or no sale.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Last April Mrs. Mary F. Henderson, of St. Louis, offered a prize to the pupils of Kirk- wood Seminary for the best essay on "Common Sense about Women." The girl who won the prize proved to be a Cherokee Indian, who has since graduated and gone to the Territory to live.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
If you want anything in the way of house painting, graining, decorating, sign painting, etc., we would advise you to call upon Mr. F. Innes, at his shop on North Summit Street. We have employed Mr. Innes, and can, with pleasure, recommend him as an efficient workman.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Mrs. Nand, of Newton, wife of that jolly engineer, John Nand, well known to all who travel between Arkansas City and Mulvane, came over on the hack Tuesday with her little boy, to try the virtue of the waters, both for herself and child. They expect to remain here some time. Geuda Springs Herald.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
A big peach came to this office the other day from the farm of Mr. H. W. Smith, of Dexter, Kansas. It wasn't weighed, but it made a lunch for two or three reporters, and the editor of the Farm Department has its stone on his desk for a paperweight. Kansas has reason to be proud of her peaches. Inter-Ocean.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Mr. Maidt, the carriage painter from Wichita, has gone to work in his shop in the Parker building, on south Summit street. This is an institution that has long been needed here and we are glad to welcome Mr. Maidt, as he comes with good recommendations as a first-class workman. He is now engaged in painting the phaeton of Major Gibbs, of Sac & Fox Agency, and when the job is completed, Mr. Maidt invites those in the State or Territory having vehicles to paint, to call and inspect it.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
By the Winfield papers we see that Glucose Harris offered to erect in this city a two- thousand-bushel factory to cost $75,000, one-third of which was to be taken in stock by the Winfield people. The decline in the price of experts and machinery must have been wonder- ful in the last two or three weeks. Harris claimed to our people that a factory of two thousand bushels capacity would cost $150,000, or twice what he tells the Winfield suckers. Winfield must have a bright class of businessmen, who, in the face of the effort and failure here, should still submit to be shorn. Eagle.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Mass Meeting.
The Mass meeting announced for last Saturday came off as per programme, and was held in McLaughlin's Hall in this city.
The meeting was called to order by J. B. McCollum, and then proceeded to elect officers, the result being that Judge W. A. Tipton, of Liberty township, was elected President and George O. Allen, of Creswell township, Secretary of the Meeting.
H. D. Kellogg was nominated for Representative of the 67th District by acclamation. The following gentlemen were put in nomination for County Commissioner: Amos Walton, I. D. Harkleroad, and Will Green. Messrs. Walton and Harkleroad withdrew in favor of Mr. Green, who was thereupon nominated by acclamation.
The following gentlemen were appointed to look after the interests advocated by the Convention in their respective townships: Wm. Clark, Bolton; J. F. Miller, Beaver; H. D. Kellogg, Creswell; W. A. Tipton, Liberty; Richard Courtwright, Cedar; J. I. Felton, Silverdale; J. W. Adams, Pleasant Valley.
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Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Constant Chimes.
S. D. Klingman is once more monarch of his nicely arranged domain. He simply became a citizen of Winfield three years ago for the express purpose of securing a cook and bed warmer.
Peach gathering, drying, and canning engages the undivided attention of our farmers' wives and buxom lassies. The orchards are literally covered with this delicious fruit. Cobblers are now in order.
The sorghum factory of D. Whitzon was put in operation yesterday morning; and last evening your reporter had the pleasure of sampling the product of his skill, which is trans- parent and of a fine flavor.
Having led the van of this locality in sowing the first five acres of wheat, Rudolph Holcomb, accompanied by his daughter, Miss Mollie, will recreate in Topeka and recite reminiscences of the "late unpleasantness."
The farm of Rev. Mason has been leased by Rev. Crawford, of the United Brethren denomination. As he is a gentleman of culture, we heartily extend the brawny hand of toil and welcome him to our community.
Doff Holcomb processes a recipe for removing all sorghum taste from molasses, which everyone interested in the manufacture of molasses from sorghum would do well to procure, as it removes all obnoxious taste and gives the sirup's fine flavor.
Our locality last week was favored by a visit from one of the distinguished dignitaries of the State Agricultural College, E. A. Popenoe, professor of botany, etymology, horticul- ture, and zoology. The Professor is perhaps the best informed man on these special sciences in the State, and I speak from the practical experiences of a pupil, in the days of yore.
Mr. Al. Wright arrived last evening from Bloomington, Illinois, on a visit to his brother- in-law, Mr. Fitzpatrick. He expresses himself as being very much surprised at the wheat, corn, and fruit crops of Kansas, and particularly that of this county. As he is a man of large means, he will invest in real estate before he returns. Although the climatic feature of this portion of the State strikes him favorably, he dislikes moving out here inasmuch as he is comfortably fixed where he is. Nevertheless, I think he will succumb to the seductive influence of Kansas in the near future.
The backbone of our drouth was broken today by a gentle rain. The past five weeks of dry weather afforded our farmers an excellent opportunity for securing their winter supply of hay in fine condition. The gentle zephyrs which usually prove a source of annoyance deported themselves remarkably well this season. In fact, our drought this year has not been sufficiently determined to deserve recording in the annals of time. While on the contrary, those eastern States that have been accustomed to pointing the finger of scorn at us have taken a back seat and furtively glance at the glowing reports of the prolific crops in Kansas.
Another representative of our State College, in the person of Geo. F. Thompson, Supt. of the College printing department, also spent a portion of his vacation in our midst. While the writer cherishes pleasant memories of George as a genial chum during his life at the above named institution, still he does not heartily approve of the object of such visits; for George, unlike the Arab, after securing as bosom companion one of Cowley's fairest charmers, very quickly hied himself back to headquarters. However, we succeeded in drugging him with Geuda mineral water, which had the desired effect of wrecking his gastronomical apparatus.
With your permission, Mr. Editor, I would like to impress upon the minds of all ambitious young men and women desirous of obtaining a sound, sensible, and practical education the fact that our State college, located at Manhattan, Riley County, has excellent facilities for imparting instructions in the practical, and therefore valuable sciences, together with a thorough and extensive course in history, rhetoric and English literature.
In addition to these, it is one of the few similar institutions in the United States that is successful in teaching the industrial arts whereby sufficient skill and dexterity may be acquired as to enable one to master some of the many useful trades thereby making of him an honorable, independent, and useful citizen. There are also ample facilities for the teaching of vocal and instrumental music, by efficient instructors on the most reasonable terms to be found in the State.
Young women who pursue a course at this institution of learning acquire a vast fund of valuable knowledge beneficial to them in all the details of practical every day life, and do not have their heads crammed with the cumbersome and worthless lore of "Ladies' Seminaries," but become useful members of society instead of useless butterflies of fashion. The capacity of the college has been increased by the completion of a fifty-two thousand dollar addition to the main building the past summer, making it one of the pleasantest as well as the best and cheapest institutions of learning in the State. Fall term opens the 14th of this month. For catalogue address Pres. Geo. T. Fairchild, Manhattan, Kansas, or further informa- tion will be cheerfully given to any addressing the undersigned at Constant, this county.
MARK.
[PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
The Status of Indian Territory.
GENERAL LAND OFFICE, WASHINGTON, August 21, 1882. I am in receipt of your letter of the 18th inst., requesting an answer to the following.
1. Is there any land in the Indian Territory within or without the tribal limits, which is open to settlement by whites under United States land laws or any other laws?
2. If so, where is it, and what are the provisions of law governing settlement?
3. Is there any foundation for Payne's latest assertions that he has explained matters at Washington, and can now "move in" without being interfered with?
In reply to your first inquiry, I have to advise you that all the land in the Indian Territory is set apart for the exclusive use and occupancy of Indians, and that no part of said Territory has been brought under the operations of general laws so as to make them subject to settle- ment as public lands. The above renders an answer to the second query unnecessary. In reply to your third question, I will state that there is no foundation for Payne's assertion that he can now "move in" without molestation. The government will prevent the occupancy of said Territory by white settlers. Yours Respectfully, L. HARRISON, Acting Commissioner.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
One H. D. Kellogg, a physician and druggist of Arkansas City, announces himself in this week's TRAVELER as an independent candidate for the legislature from the 67th district. The Doctor will be remembered as the gentleman who figured so conspicuously in relieving Arkansas City of her interest in the Canal, and to whom the people are largely indebted for the 7 percent taxation under which they are now groaning. It is also whispered that he is a sort of anti-prohibition candidate. This is as it should be. We have in our little memorandum book some things that will prove intensely interesting. The Doctor's candidacy will add much life to the campaign in the south district if he only remains on the ticket long enough to get the ball rolling. Courier.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
TO OUR MERCHANTS. We would suggest a plan whereby the appearance of our streets can be much improved, especially at the present time in the matter of old paper, waste, and other litter that is daily swept from the stores onto the streets. We believe that if our storekeepers would select a certain day each week upon which to rake into piles the rubbish in front of their respective stores, the city council would provide means for removing the same.
A similar plan is, we believe, in operation in Winfield and their main street certainly is ahead of our own in being free from loose rubbish. Give this matter your attention.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Sheep Ranch Burnt.
At Messrs. Scott & Topliff's sheep ranche on the State line last Saturday evening some dastardly villain set fire to the stables which were connected with the sheep sheds and a large quantity of hay. However, owing to a fortunate change in the direction of the wind, the fire was kept under control and beyond the loss of the stables and a considerable damage to the sheep sheds, no great loss resulted. The loss is covered by insurance.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Green & Snyder made the following sales of land on Monday last.
Eighty acres in West Bolton owned by A. G. Kells, of Shelbyville, Tennessee, to James Headley for $750.
Eighty acres in East Bolton owned by R. A. Houghton to A. C. Crutchfield, of Waverly, Missouri, for $500.
Five acres adjoining the town site owned by W. H. Earnest, of Iowa, to Al. Woolsey for $150.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Capt. Whiting graced our sanctum with his smiling countenance yesterday morning as he was en route for the Territory in company with Drury Warren, after fat cattle for the Winfield meat shop as usual.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
We now have a hall in Arkansas City. McLaughlin has seated the upper story of his new building with chairs and it will be used as a public hall until the Highland Hall is completed.
Capacity [???? THE FIGURE WAS PARTIALLY TORN...LOOKS LIKE IT COULD HAVE BEEN 100 OR 200...THREE DIGITS ENDING IN ZERO.].
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Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC.
I desire to inform the public that I have started a CARRIAGE PAINT SHOP upstairs in the Parker Building. I have had many years experience in this branch of business, and guarantee first-class work, if desired, at liberal prices. Come and see for yourself.
Respectfully yours, H. M. MAIDT.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
LIBRARY. I have added this week over one hundred volumes of late standard works to my Library. O. F. Godfrey.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 13, 1882.
Omaha White Lead Co's. Mixed Paints, the best on the market, for sale at
Shepard & Maxwell's.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882. Editorial.
Indian Inspector Pollock is investigating northern Indian Agencies. Pollock draws the most pay for the least work of any man in the service, and still he wants to be commissioner of Indian Affairs.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882. Editorial.
Elsewhere in this paper we publish a challenge from Hon. C. R. Mitchell, the Republican nominee for representative of the 67th district to H. D. Kellogg, an Independent candidate to the same office, to discuss the issues of the day together. This will be a good opportunity for the Dr. to avow and advocate his principles, if he have any.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
A Challenge.
H. D. KELLOGG, Esq., Arkansas City, Kansas.
DEAR SIR: Having been nominated by the Republicans of the 67th district as candidate for Representative, I consider that I owe that party and my friends, generally, the work of canvassing this district upon any issues that may be presented by any overt or secret opposi- tion; and, observing that you have announced yourself as an independent candidate for such position, I take it for granted you will make a similar canvass, and not wishing to do you any injustice on account of your not having stated what principles you will advocate or antagonize, I feel compelled to, and do hereby challenge you to make a joint canvass of the district, and will divide time with you in the usual manner.
Very Respectfully, C. R. MITCHELL.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882. Editorial Page.
TERRITORY ITEMS.
From the Cheyenne Transporter.
The Frisco railroad is almost completed to the Arkansas river.
The Agency peach trees are loaded down at present with ripe peaches, and the yield has been tremendous.
The Cheyennes are having a Sun dance, and have made their medicine camp north of the river, below twelve mile point.
There must be several gangs of horse-thieves at work in Kansasjudging from the notices daily received by Postmaster Connell.
J. V. Andrews recently declined an offer of $300,000 for his range and stock of cattle near Camp Supply. His herd numbers 13,000.
The U. S. Court is now in session at Ft. Smith, Arkansas.
Gov. McCurtain has received a two-third majority vote for governor of the Choctaw Nation.
The Muskogee fair takes place on the 26th and 27th of this month. Two thousand dollars of premiums will be given away.
Major Bennett is ranking commander of Ft. Reno since the departure of Major Randall, and is giving perfect satisfaction to all concerned.
Rob. Bent and Ed. Guerrier started for West Los Animas on the 27th ult. They will spend several weeks looking over their old stamping grounds in Colorado, where they have property.
Agent Miles, of the Osage Agency, has issued an order for all the U. S. citizens to move off the Osage reservation, immediately after the first of November.
In response to the enquiry made of the Indian office, Agent Miles has ascertained that the Cheyennes and Arapahos will obtain their annuities as usual this fallthe deficiency bill having passed Congress.
Col. Boudinot is responsible for the statement that J. N. McCurtain, recently elected governor of the Choctaw nation, was elected on a railroad issue, and is in favor of railroads.
Capt. Payne and "outfit" were taken to Ft. Smith last Saturday, in charge of military. Payne will learn after awhile that his Territory trips are unprofitablebut that will never be as long as he can dupe poor fools of farmers out of their hard earned money by his "rights," "shares," stocks, and privileges he sells them. Payne and "Co." make money hand over fist by their boomer schemes.
On the 23rd ult. a detachment went off to Oklahoma to drive off the settlers there, Lieut. Taylor, of Co. F, 9th Cav., in command. They captured Capt. Oklahoma Payne on the 30th, with a few settlers. The outlaws are now in camp on the southwest side of the Fort, and are under close guard night and day, until Co. D of the 20th Inf., will take them to Ft. Smith, where they will have to right themselves before the U. S. court.
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Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
R. E. Grubbs is building an addition to his house.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Green & Snyder sell real estate in short order.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Hon. W. P. Hackney is in town on legal business.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Al. Wells is back again once more from Colorado.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Mr. Drury Warren has made several sales of cattle recently.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Johnny Kroenert smiles with the home boys once more.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Henry Asp was in our city, Monday, on legal business.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Ed. Green is now located in the vicinity of the Yosemite Valley.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
L. E. Woodin, Jr., has taken charge of the Otoe Agency at Red Rock.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
The Cheyenne Transporter advertises a number of our business firms.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
John Whistler passed through town last week on his way home from Kansas City.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
The cloth jackets for fall wear are trimmed with many rows of soutache braid.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Mr. Picket, of Sac & Fox Agency, was in the city last week on his way to St. Louis.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Very small bonnets will probably be the leading style for the approaching season.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
The orchis red and the brownish cinnamon are noticeable in the new dress fabrics.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Capt. J. B. Nipp has been having a tussle with the fever, and has come out ahead.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
A. J. Burrell handed us a very fine specimen of the Rambo apple on Monday last.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Miss Maggie Gardner is now spending a two week's vacation with friends in Kansas City.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
The wind did considerable damage to grain stacks in Bolton township last Monday night.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Mr. J. D. Cassell contemplates taking a trip to Indiana this fall; we suppose it is a busi- ness trip.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Hon. W. P. Hackney will open the campaign at Dexter on Saturday, Sept. 30th, at 7:30 p.m.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Williams Brothers, at Red Fork, Indian Territory, sold about 300 head of hogs to a Kansas man at 5 cents per pound.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
BIRTH. Born to Mr. and Mrs. T. Brandenburg, of Bolton township, on September 11th, 1882, an 11 pound boy.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Chancey Terwilliger and family came up from Pawnee last week and are now visiting friends in Butler County.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
We understand that Dr. Bowman, ex-agent at Pawnee Agency, will shortly return to his old home at Rock Island, Illinois.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
For general use, cocks' plumes will take the place of ostrich feathers. Many of these have got bows at the tip of each plume.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Parties having wood for sale should read the notice of the school board of District No. 2.
NOTICE. WOOD WANTED. Bids will be received by the School Board, of Dist. No. 2, for supplying hard wood for use in the public schools. Bids must be presented on or before Thursday, Oct. 6th, 1882, at 12 m. The Board reserve the right to reject any or all bids. Bids may be made for 4 ft. or 2 ft. wood, and it is estimated about 40 cords will be needed.
By order of the Board. O. INGERSOLL, Clerk.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Mrs. L. A. Pritchard, the wife of a prominent lawyer at Las Vegas, New Mexico, with her servant, is staying at Geuda Springs.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
We note with pleasure M. Capron has recovered his health and has resumed his place behind T. H. McLaughlin's counters.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
There is music in the air. We are told that a string band composed of young ladies and gentlemen will soon be organized.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Ben Matlack came up from Pawnee Agency last Saturday to make a short visit and will probably return about Friday next.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Mr. Ed. Hewins has purchased Wilson & Zimmerman's stock and range on Skeleton creek, Indian Territory, paying the enormous sum of $200,000.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
The newest feathered turbans have the brim to stand outward from the forehead, so that they will not flatten the crimps or bangs.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
O. F. Godfrey's candy show case, in the Post Office, makes a tip top appearance with his large stock of Fancy Candies he has just received.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Mr. Gibby is so full of energy that he don't wait to dress himself, in the morning, but goes to work in the cornfield before he gets his clothes on.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
The First Presbyterian church of this city is being enlarged. When completed, it will seat at least double the number it will now accommodate.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Cattlemen will soon hie to the lands where cattle aboundeth. A number of outfits will leave for Texas and Arkansas during November and December.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
A herd of Indian ponies from Sac & Fox Agency passed through on their way North last week. There were some very pretty animals among them.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
A prairie fire extending several miles east of the Ponca Agency road, burned the range for miles south of Shilocco creek, and destroyed several stacks of hay.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
The new hotel at Geuda Springs is now running, and every room occupied by guests. It is one of the neatest and best furnished hotels in Southern Kansas.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
The schools at Pawnee Agency commenced on Monday, Sept. 11th, under the manage- ment of Mr. Davis as principal and Rev. James Wilson as assistant teacher.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Parties desiring to attend the fair at Bismarck Grove can get round trip tickets, at the A. T. & S. F. depot, good till the 23rd inst., for $5.30. This includes admission to the fair grounds.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
James Dolan, a capitalist, and Geo. Mooney, a prominent farmer of Peoria, Illinois, are here looking at the country with a view of investments in real estate. They are guests of Frank Lorry.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Mr. Robert Ramsey, of Bolton, met with an accident in being thrown from his pony while on his way to town yesterday morning. Though somewhat badly cut and bruised, we believe no serious injuries were received.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
The loss by the fire at Scott & Topliff's ranch was paid on last Saturday, just one week after the fire. Scott & Topliff were insured in the Springfield Fire and Marine Insurance Co., F. J. Hess, agent.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
The streets were jammed last Saturday with teams from the country. Wheat, corn, oats, and vegetables were exchanged at a lively rate. Corn sold at 30 cents per bushel, oats 30 cents, and wheat at . [Amount not given for wheat.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
For the first time in history corn sells at 25 cents per bushel at Pawnee Agency, Indian Territory. The Pawnees must have a large crop. It will be convenient for travelers to replenish their supplies while on their way to Texas.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Last Sunday's gale interfered somewhat with the programme of the gospel tent preachers who had to choose between taking down their establishment or having it blown about their ears. Discretion was the better part as usual.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Another lot of mail matter has been sent up from Arkansas City, Arkansas, to Arkansas City, Kansas, by the Postmaster at that place, who now keeps a list of names of residents of this place. It often occurs, too, that in giving the name where baggage is to be checked, the baggagemen check to Kansas City, Kansas, instead of Arkansas City, Kansas.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
A fearful fire ranged on the south side of Shilocco creek all of Sunday afternoon. About dark it crossed the creek below Mr. Parvin's, and had it not been for Mr. Topliff and two of his sheep herders, would have gained the State and probably caused thousands of dollars damage. The man that set fire to the grass should be made to suffer.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
On Monday last Miss Maggie Burrows left Osceola, Iowa, for Arkansas City, in southern Kansas, where she is engaged as a teacher in the primary department of the public schools for the coming year. She will be greatly missed in Osceola society, where she is an especial favorite, and her return will be anticipated with pleasure. Osceola (Iowa) Sentinel.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Honor to the Mayor for the cleanly appearance of our streets. The merchants acted on the suggestion made in last week's TRAVELER, and agreed to rake up all rubbish in front of their places of business Saturday morning, and the Mayor agreed that it should be hauled off at the city's expense. It makes quite a decided improvement in the appearance of our city's business thoroughfare.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
An Osage Agency correspondent of the Indian Journal says small pox has been raging for some time among Black Dog's band. Several deaths have been reported; among others is Thomas Big Chief, son of the late lamented Big Chief. He was a promising young man and bade fair to make his mark among his people. His father had given him an education, and had he lived, he would have put it to good use in leading his people to a higher life of civiliza tion.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
The notorious desperado, Glass, escaped from Sheriff Shenneman last week while he was taking him to the Territory. He was handcuffed and hobbled, but succeeded in breaking a link in his hobble chain, and when the buggy stopped to camp at night, he jumped and ran, making good his escape almost before the officers knew it. He is regarded as one of the most desperate characters in the Territory, and a reward of $500 is offered for him by the chief of the Cherokee Nation.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
SPEEDY SETTLEMENT. On the evening of Saturday, September 9th, Scott & Topliff's sheep ranche, on the State line six miles southeast of town, was fired by an incendiary, and by noon on Saturday of the next week, the agent of the old substantial Fire and Marine Ins. Co., of Springfield, Mass., was on the ground and paid the gentlemen the full amount of their loss, amounting to more than $150. The prompt settlement by the company is very credible to them, and will make friends for them wherever it is known. It pays to keep insured.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
We fear that the young ladies are about to re-organize the Y. L. H. M. Society for work this fall and approaching winter. This is right. The Society did a good work last year, and should be in active operation now, as there are, among the children in town, several cases of want and sickness, calling loudly for just such assistance as the young ladies, through their Society, can furnish. The Y. M. C. A. is no more, there is some cash now in the hands of the ex-Treasurer of that institution, which should be paid over to the Society as soon as they can make use of the money. This work makes considerable demands on the young ladies, but it is one in which even small outlays of time and means may result in good never thought of by doer of the good office.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
A lively race for life and property took place on Summit St. last Thursday, that created considerable amusement among spectators. A team with the running gear of a wagon attached, tore down Summit street, ran close to the sidewalk near Shepard & Maxwell's drug store; there struck a large stone which overturned the wagon, and continued but a few feet when one hind wheel came off, and the team came to a halt. In the meantime Mr. Fairclo was exercising his team, and had to lay on the whip and run at a lively gait to keep the runaways from catching him. Hardly had the excitement incident to the above subsided when a terrible racket was heard coming from the west part of town and a pair of mulish runaways with Borrough's dray loaded with water loomed into sight near Matlack's store; whether in conse- quence of the size of the load or the mules having had enough of running, they were easily captured before doing any damage.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
SALES OF SHEEP. The number of sheep that are offered for sale this fall is remarkable; and we can hardly account for the cause when we learn that the sheep offered are owned by men long enough in the business, as well as those of only a few year's experience. The Courier advertises 6,150 head, owned as follows.
Lands Bros., 4,000; Ezra Meech, 1,100; Conkright, 125; and Gregory, 925; besides others that have been sold. The TRAVELER has effected sales of about 5,000 in this vicinity; and now we see Caldwell offering 7,300. In the counties north of us many want to sell. In Ohio and the Eastern States they are sold for nearly half what they were held at a few years ago. The only reasons we can see for the desire to close out is, wool is quoted at only 39 and 40 cents in Boston, Mass., for the best qualities; and 22 to 23 cents for Territory wool. The fact has been demonstrated that to make wool growing pay in the West, the grade must be improved. The cause of no profit in Ohio and the East seems to be they cannot keep sufficient numbers. Here in Kansas where flocks of from one to five thousand are held together, wool growing will pay, even though wool is worth but twenty cents per pound.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Mr. Carter, agent of the Sac & Fox Indian tribe, recently had a lounge shipped from Emporia, Kansas, to the Sac & Fox Agency. The lounge came by rail to Arkansas City and was loaded into a wagon and not taken from it until it arrived at its destination, when it was opened out, and the Agent's daughter reclined upon it. In a few minutes a very large rattle- snake crawled from the matting almost across the lady's neck, who gave an alarm, and the reptile was killed. Now how that snake got there, is a query.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
One of the "Old Soldiers" returned from Topeka Saturday night last. As he was airing himself the next morning in front of the City Hotel, a small snake appeared on the sidewalk close by. The soldier eyed it; ran his hands through his hair, looked about and said: "Boys, I'm all right, ain't I? "Why yes, why?" "If I hadn't just returned from the State Fair, I'd swear that was a snake."
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
We had the pleasure of meeting Mr. H. J. Berkey of Denver, Colorado, who is in the city visiting his cousin, W. P. Wolfe. Mr. Berkey is connected with Brick Pomeroy's The Great West, and of course as a brother newspaper man is ever welcome to our sanctum.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
MARRIED. At the residence of the bride's parents, Tuesday, Sept. 19th, in Bolton town- ship, by Rev. S. B. Fleming, Mr. Will Sifford and Miss Nannie Andrew. The well wishes of their many friends follow the happy couple as they enter upon their new life.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Ex-Indian Agent John D. Smith, of Pawnee Agency, has been spending several days in our city. Mr. Smith has met many adversities, yet thinks he will come out on top, yet, which we hope he will.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
We call attention to the card of Dr. J. M. Wright, which appears in this issue. The Dr. is an experienced physician and invites the patronage of our people. Office in Matlack's block upstairs.
NOTICE. J. M. WRIGHT, Physician and Surgeon.
Special Attention given to the treatment of CHRONIC DISEASES.
Office in Matlack's block, Arkansas City, Kansas.
Residence in Northwest part of Town.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Guess Not.
With reference to some of the Arkansas Valley Democrat's manufactured Territory news, the Cheyenne Transporter says:
"Shame on you, Charlie; for such a fabrication! Don't you know that you are making a laughing stock of yourself and Democrat, by your blood-and-thunder-Territory news, week after week? On the subject of Territory news, the Democrat has become totally unreliable. It was only a few weeks ago we heard a Kansas newspaper man state that when Charlie McIntire's brains give out, and he was devoid of all original ideas, he generally lit his pipe and hatched out some startling (?) news. Shame on you, Charlie! Can't you produce some- thing authentic once in a while? We have had our eyes on you for some time.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Horse-thief Arrested.
Geo. H. Johnson brought in a horse-thief on Monday and turned him over to acting Agent Woodard, who sent him to the guard house, at Ft. Reno. The young fellow had stolen one of Johnson's horses from the picket pin at night and started up the trail.
Johnson followed after and overtook his man on Red Rock and arrested him, with the aid of some cattlemen, and brought him down. He will be taken to Fort Smith, and Johnson will be at the heavy expense of appearing against him. "What has become of that Wichita U. S. Court bill?"
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
Cure for Loco Poison.
J. C. Montgomery, of Nolan County, reports his calves dying from eating the loco weed. They at first refused to suck, then in ten or twelve hours have convulsions, or fits, and usually live only about eighteen hours. Mr. Montgomery has found a cure in coal oil, drench- ing with one pint, and in two hours repeating the dose. He thinks this is a certain cure if used in time. Texas Live Stock Journal.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 20, 1882.
A Card of Thanks From Mr. and Mrs. Nipp.
We take this opportunity to tender our sincere thanks to the friends at Otoe Agency for their kindness in ministering to our comfort while on our recent mournful journey to the State and assure them the services rendered will ever be gratefully remembered by Mr. and Mrs. J. B. NIPP.
[KANSAS NEWS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, Wednesday, September 27, 1882. Front Page.
KANSAS NEWS.
The penitentiary coal shaft put out 128 cars of coal in August.
Arkansas City Traveler, Wednesday, September 27, 1882. Front Page.
There are 662 survivors of the Eleventh Kansas regiment still able to report for duty.
[SENATOR W. P. HACKNEY RESIGNS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882. Editorial.
Republican County Central Committee, Attention!
WINFIELD, Sept. 26, 1882.
The Republican County Central Committee will meet at the Courier office, in Winfield, on Saturday, September 30th, at 11 o'clock a.m., to transact important business. The resigna- tion of Senator W. P. Hackney makes it necessary that the committee immediately put a candidate for State Senator in the field. It is of great importance that each member be present and as well posted as possible on the wishes of the Republicans of his township. Besides, the campaign work must be organized at once. D. A. MILLINGTON, Chairman pro tem.
T. H. SOWARD, Secretary.
[MEETING OF THE 67TH DIST. REPUBLICAN CENTRAL COMMITTEE.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882. Editorial.
67th Dist. Republican Central Committee.
The Republican Central Committee of the 67th Representative district are requested to meet at McLaughlin's Hall in Arkansas City on Monday, Oct. 2nd, 1882, at 1 o'clock p.m. Important business will be before the Committee and all are expected to be present.
H. W. MARSH, Chairman.
P. A. LORRY, Secretary.
[WHO WILL WE HAVE FOR REPRESENTATIVE?]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882. Editorial.
Who will we have for Representative?
It requires but little examination into the merits and demerits of the candidates to decide whom we ought to elect. And it requires still less investigation to ascertain who will proba- bly be elected. Hon. C. R. Mitchell, a Republican, has been nominated by the Republicans of the district, and Dr. Kellogg, another Republican, has announced himself an independent candidate.
Mr. Mitchell is a man who believes in the enforcement of the laws on the Statutes of the State, and Dr. Kellogg instead of trying to enforce the laws, denounces the prohibitory law as a fraud and outrage, because it is not enforced in a few towns in the State. If the Dr. believes what he says and has the ability to represent us at all, he ought to formulate and publish the kind of law that will suit him. It is a very easy matter, to say, "I told you so," to make complaints against what others do and to be a chronic grumbler generally, but it requires ability, energy, and activity to make a law upon a new question, that will cover more than half the ground aimed at, and to make a new law upon a new subject that will cover all the points desired is an altogether impossible thing. The ablest legislators we have in the country have been unable to accomplish it as yet, but we submit that the present prohibitory law comes as nearly to it as any we have ever yet seen. We have investigated the matter considerably and can find but nine towns in the State where this law is openly violated and in five of these towns the violations are often interrupted and stopped for weeks at a time. There are at least four hundred towns in the State, and only about one town out of fifty openly violates the law; in the other towns, it has been driven to the extremity of secrecy, and in order to get intoxicating liquors to be used as a beverage, a person must sneak into some out of the way place and take it in anything but a satisfactory manner. . . .
[Article praises Mr. Mitchell and denounces Dr. Kellogg. MAW]
[MORE TRUTH: QUALIFICATIONS OF HON. C. R. MITCHELL.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
More Truth.
The attempts made by the A. V. Democrat, in last week's issue, to mislead the public as to the qualifications of the Hon. C. R. Mitchell, to represent us in the Legislature are dought- ily taken up by the Geuda Springs Herald in the following, which, while being highly complimentary to the Republican nominee, are decidedly the reverse to Dr. Kellogg, the self- styled, "Independent" candidate.
"That ole cry of ring, by the hungry outs, has been heard from sore headed idiots until it is quite stale. We suppose there never was a time in politics when the morbid desire of the "outs" for office, did not raise the cry of ring, against those in the majority.
"As for Kellogg being in favor of such stringent railroad legislation, the different political parties have laid down the principles which they are bound by, in their platforms, and Mr. Mitchell is nominated upon the most stringent platform of the three, while Dr. Kellogg has pompously assumed to announce himself a candidate without a platform, principle, or prece- dent to be governed by, or upon which his constituents can rely that he will act or support if elected, and hence you cannot tell what his action may be on the question of legislation.
"Dr. Kellogg may be a bitter enemy of railroads so far as we know, and, on the other hand, he may be their abject tool. Railroads are as necessary as a druggist is, and to pass such legislation as would cripple or bankrupt them would be to bring bankruptcy to business, bankruptcy to farms.
"We want our grain taken to market as much as the railroads want to haul it, and we want some fair-minded man in the legislature who will help to pass such laws as will compel rail- roads to carry our produce as cheaply as they can afford to do it, and in order to be sure that we have such a man, we must have him bound by the declaration of his friends in a platform to that effect.
"As to Kellogg always being a worker for the public interest, and Mitchell on the other hand standing aloof, even your best friends will accuse you of downright lying, if you don't quit stretching things in that manner. No one that we are aware of has ever heard of Kellogg doing anything for the public good. We do not know how much Mr. Mitchell has done per- sonally, but have been told by some of the best men in Arkansas City that he has been the originator and prosecutor of most of the public benefits the 67th district has received, and he is generally known all over the State to be full of enterprise, and to have the energy to carry out the plans advocated by him, and we have never yet found him backward about advocat- ing any principle in which he believed.
"A few more articles like that in the last Democrat will dig the political grave of Kellogg so deep that he will scarcely be able to find that he has been a candidate."
[PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Eggs 15 cents a dozen.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Butter 25 cents per pound.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Jen Clark is clerking in Eddy's drug store.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Mollie Christian is acting as cashier for Matlack.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Read the insurance locals of E. J. Hess in this issue.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Mrs. F. C. Wood is in the city visiting Mrs. J. E. Miller.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Mrs. Davenport, we are sorry to say, is under the doctor's care.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Hon. C. R. Mitchell spent Monday and Tuesday in our city.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Major L. E. Woodin and daughter were in the city last week.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
A weak solution of Quassia water is a protection against mosquitoes.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
We are going to have three more butcher shops. The more the merrier.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Maurice Vetter, one of our railroad boys, is back on a visit from Colorado.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Mr. H. H. Arthur, of Ponca, with his wife and son were in our city this week.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
BIRTH. John Daniels became the happy father of a bouncing boy last Friday. Dr. Chapel presided.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Ben Matlack returned to Pawnee Agency last Friday, after a several day's visit to our city.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Wyckoff & Son's delivery wagon rejoices in a brand new coat of paint and varnish. Maidt did it.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
It pays to be insured, if you doubt it, ask Gardener Mott, whose house burned down last Sunday night.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
We had the pleasure of meeting Mr. H. H. Arthur, of Ponca Agency, during his recent visit to our city.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
W. T. Brewster and Billy Waltman will give a dance next Friday evening in McLaughlin's Hall.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Our county attorney, Frank Jennings, was visiting our city yesterday.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Charlie Sipes has sold during the past canning season 108 gross of fruit cans representing a total of 13,552 [? 15,552 ?] cans.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Peter Pearson, last week, wholesaled furniture to Winfield men to the amount of $325. How is that for the Terminus?
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Work on Highland Hall will be commenced at once. The plans are ready and the com- pany are ready to let the contract.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
DIED. In this city on Sunday last, an infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Wolfe. The funeral took place the following day.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Mr. Nat Snyder, our enterprising real-estate man, is shipping corn in the ear to Kansas City. He paid 35 cents a bushel last week.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Misses Emma and Lollie Leach, of Kingman, Kansas, are staying in the city paying a visit to their brother, Mr. C. Leach and family.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
We are sorry to learn that Mr. E. D. Eddy is suffering from an attack of inflammation of the bowels. We trust he may soon recover his health.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Soak your fancy table linen in rock-salt put into water, and upon washing they will retain their bright colors, while the white will be cleansed.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Quite a number of Poncas, with teams, were in town last Thursday for the purpose of hauling farming implements and general supplies to their agency.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
R. A. Houghton, more familiarly known as "Rube," grasped us by the hand last Monday, he having just returned from a trip to his former home in Maine.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Our townsman, Ira Barnett, shipped to Kansas City yesterday morning two carloads of fat stock. Mr. Barnett is one of the most energetic buyers we know of.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Major Bowman and daughter were in town Monday, on their way to Illinois. We are informed they intend to drive through the country with a team.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Capt. Whiting, of Winfield, passed through the city yesterday on his way for the Territory, where he goes to drive up fat stock for their Winfield meat market.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Andrew and George Berry were up from Shawneetown last Saturday with a herd of good average Indian ponies. They sold a few here, and then went on to Winfield.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Wm. Blakeney took his grip sack and guitar and departed for Colorado Springs last Sunday. He and John Smalley will engage in the grocery business at that place.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Sherburne returned to the city yesterday, after a two months trip to Maine and other eastern States. We are glad to welcome them back to their Kansas home.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Our old friend, Ben Cooper, now located at Ponca Agency, was in the city Sunday and Monday last attending to business matters, but nevertheless found time to shake with his many friends.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
We understand that Schiffbauer Bros. have ordered a steam engine, which, upon its arrival, will be used in pumping the water for the city's supply. With the aid of steam we trust that the tank will always be full, and a supply on hand to meet all emergencies.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
While attending the reunion at Topeka, Mr. W. G. Furry, of this township, became a raving madman. It is thought the noise and confusion in camp, so forcibly recalled his hardships and sufferings during the war as to cause him to lose control of his mind. We hope that now he has returned to the quiet of his home, he may speedily recover.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Deputy Sheriff McIntire arrested Bill Burke, Marshal at Hunnewell, in Winfield yester- day, on a charge of stealing cattle. After being arrested Burke asked permission to step to the rear end of Miller's store, which privilege he was granted; but was followed by the officer, who observed Burke reach for a revolver. Before Burke could get it in shape, he was covered by George's pistol and dropped the "werpin." The preliminary examination was postponed and he was bound over in the sum of $1,000.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
The Winfield Fair was largely attended on Saturday last, and the display of sheep and hogs was very good, although the other departments were not as complete as they should have been.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Mr. Sam Burress will shortly put up a residence in the south part of town just opposite the First Presbyterian Church. The main building will be 16 x 24 with an L 14 x 16. Messrs. Beecher & Son have the contract.
QUESTION: AN L 14 X 16...DO THEY MEAN AN EL OR ADDITION?
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Messrs. Copple & Dunn, our new transfer men, come out in a card this week, and we bespeak for them the patronage of our people. They will aim to meet all requirements in their line, and at the lowest possible rates.
CARD: Arkansas City Transfer Company. The undersigned desire to inform the people of Arkansas City that they are prepared to do a general transfer and jobbing business, and solicit the patronage of the public. COPPLE & DUNN, Office in City Hotel.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Since Maidt, the carriage painter, came to town the appearance of the town vehicles has much improved. It is Herman Godehard that is the latest victim to a taste for a nobbily fixed up delivery wagon. It looks "boss."
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Robert Paisa, a half breed Arapaho stock man, was shot and killed by an Indian, as he was riding from the Pottowatomie country on the 28th inst. The shooting was done about fifty miles east of the Cheyenne Agency. $200 is offered for the capture of the murderer.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
We had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. J. Hilliard and Mrs. Holmes, two of Wichita's finest citizens, last week while on a visit to Capt. Thompson, of this city. Before returning they visited the Geuda Springs and took in all the dissipation of that fashionable resort.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Farrar and daughter returned to their home on Saturday last after a lengthened visit in the Eastern States. They were accompanied by Miss Hattie Corry, of Portland, and Miss Ida Farrar, of Farmington, Maine, whom we trust may enjoy a pleasant visit to sunny Kansas.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Mr. A. A. Davis has sold out his dray, and will no more be seen on our streets in the capacity he has filled for the past two years. "Pegleg," as he was familiarly called, will be missed by our people, but we hope that his place will be taken by someone who will be equally as pleasant and accommodative.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
The Smith trial last week concluded with a verdict in favor of Smith, and the outfit skipped the town at the earliest possible moment. We wish them God speed, but the community in which they settle has our sympathy. As a beat game, The Eureka Lock Factory, with George Smith, proprietor, takes the cake.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
We call attention to the advertisement in this issue of Fall and Winter Millinery, in large and first-class stock of which embracing the latest styles in pattern and colors, has just been received, and can now be found at Mrs. W. M. Henderson's Store on North Summit street. Ladies avail yourselves of this opportunity to make your fall and winter purchases.
AD: Fall & Winter MILLINERY. Ladies, I have all the late novel ties in Millinery Goods, from the cheapest to the most expensive, selected by myself, and which I guarantee cannot be surpassed in style or elegance in Southern Kansas.
CUSTOM WORK, STRAW WORK, AND DYEING, SHADING, AND RE-CURLING
Plumes and Tips a Specialty. Stamping done to order.
Charges Reasonable
MRS. W. M. HENDERSON,
Arkansas City, Kas.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
A piece of good workmanship, no matter whether in art or mechanics, is always a pleasure to contemplate, and such a pleasure was afforded us at H. M. Maidt's carriage painting shop. He had just completed the repairing of a phaeton for Major Gibbs, at Sac & Fox Agency, which we do not exaggerate at all in saying it was in every way as good as new. Our people wanting good work in that line should call upon Mr. Maidt.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Scott & Topliff's sheep ranche, on the State line, six miles from Arkansas City, was fired again last Sunday evening just after sundown, in the same manner and at about the same hour that it was fired two weeks ago. Both gentlemen went over and before morning had the guilty party, who acknowledged the crime, and on account of his age, was permitted to have his liberty. It is understood, and the boy states it, that he was influenced by other parties, and did it under promise of reward.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Fire.
About eleven o'clock last Sunday night the cry of "Fire" was heard on our streets and a lurid glare shed its baleful light over the eastern part of the city, which upon a closer inspection proved to be the residence of Gardener Mott, on Central Avenue, which rapidly burned to the ground despite the efforts of the assembled crowd. With the exception of a few articles of furniture, nothing was saved. We understand Mr. Mott was insured in the sum of $250, which will not, however, cover more than half the loss. The fire was occasioned by the overturning of a lamp.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
DR. A. J. CHAPEL, M. D. We take pleasure in calling attention to the professional card of Dr. A. J. Chapel, which appears elsewhere in this issue. The Doctor has not been devoting his attention to practicing medicine for several months past, but at the solicitation of many friends, has again determined to open an office. As a physician, Dr. Chapel stands at the top of his profession, having graduated from Bellevue Hospital Medical College in New York City, and for nearly thirty years, with the exception of a few short intervals, has been in active and successful practice. To those who know the Doctor, we need say nothing; but for the benefit of new-comers and strangers, we can most conscientiously recommend him as a thoroughly efficient physician, and an intelligent and obliging gentleman.
CARD:
A. J. CHAPEL, M. D.
Office and Residence,
CENTRAL AVENUE HOUSE PARLORS,
Arkansas City, Kansas
Orders may be left at Eddy's Drug Store.
Consultation Solicited.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
House Blown Down.
During the wind storm in Bolton township last week, the residence of R. T. Coulter was struck by the whirlwind, overturned and badly broken up, the east end being carried a distance of sixty yards. At the time of the accident, there were five persons in the house; but we are happy to say, beyond severe bruises, no injuries were received. At this writing Mr. Coulter has put up another house, and desires to thank his friends and neighbors for the kindly help extended towards putting things to rights.
[SOME BUSINESS LOCALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
STRAYS.
Taken up at F. A. Chambers, on State line, 8 miles southeast of Arkansas City. One sorrel mare and colt, mare has a bell on. One Roan colt branded I on left shoulder. One sorrel blazed face colt.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
GRAIN in the stack or bin insured against Fire and Lightning by F. J. Hess, Ins. Agt.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Men Wanted. I want two men to quarry and haul stone, and one reliable man to do general work. Inquire of C. M. Scott.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
WON'T REST.
Peter Pearson says he won't rest until he has put one of his elegant Bureaus in every house, shanty, and dug-out, in Cowley, Sumner, and Harper counties.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Farm Property Insured on Six Month's time without interest by F. J. Hess.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
Full line of DRY GOODS at Fitch & Barron's.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 27, 1882.
WANTED. Teams for excavating for Highland Hall.
