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ARKANSAS CITY TRAVELER
[From Wednesday, August 31, 1881, through October 26, 1881.]
[KANSAS NEWS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881. Front Page.
A six foot vein of bituminous coal has been discovered in Chautauqua County.
George Woods, a dance house keeper, of Caldwell, was shot and killed by Charles Davis. Davis made his escape.
[THE OLD SOLDIERS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881. Editorial Page.
THE OLD SOLDIERS.
Delegates meetinga permanent organization elected, committees appointed, and the time fixed for the reunion of the old soldiers of Cowley.
The meeting at Manning's hall on Saturday, Aug. 20th, was well attended by the old soldiers. Capt. Haight with a section of his battery, put in a number of shots that sounded like old times to the boys. Messrs. Pixley, Requa, Woodruff, Roseberry, and others furnished old time martial music. At 11 a.m. the meeting was called to order with C. M. Wood in the chair, and Jake Nixon, secretary.
On motion, a committee of seven was appointed on permanent organization, consisting of Comrades Wells, Steuven, Stubblefield, Nixon, Waugh, Kretsinger, and Jennings. After some interesting remarks on the part of Capt. Stubblefield, J. W. Millspaugh, H. C. Catlin, and S. M. Jennings, the meeting adjourned until 2 p.m.
The afternoon meeting showed an increase of delegates and much more enthusiasm. The committee on permanent organization beg to submit the following.
For President, Col. J. C. McMullen, of Winfield; for Vice President, we would recom- mend one from each township to be named by this meeting, and one from the city of Win- field. We submit the name of T. H. Soward. For recording secretary, Jake Nixon, of Vernon; for corresponding secretary, A. H. Green, Winfield; treasurer, J. B. Lynn, Winfield.
Executive committeeCol. McMullen, Capt. Stubblefield, Capt. Hunt, Capt. Tansey, T. B. Bryan, D. L. Kretsinger, and C. M. Wood.
Finance committeeJ. B. Lynn, Captain Siverd, Capt. Myers, James Kelly, and Judge Bard.
EncampmentDr. Wells, Capt. Steuven, and Capt. Haight.
PrintingE. F. Blair and Jake Nixon.
Invitation and speakersHon. W. P. Hackney, Gen. Green, D. L. Kretsinger, M. G. Troup, Capt. Chenoweth, Capt. Nipp, Major Marshall, N. W. Dressie, and C. H. Bing.
That the executive committee be entrusted with the general management of the reunion, and are authorized to call to their assistance such help and any sub-committee in their judgment which may seem best for the success of the reunion, and may fill all vacancies that may occur; that the vice presidents are charged with the responsibility of prompt organiza tion of their respective townships, and shall muster and make due reports of all old soldiers to the secretary as soon as possible.
On motion the report was adopted.
Vice-President Soward was called to the chair, which he accepted in a stirring and patriotic speech.
On motion comrades present from the various townships were requested to name their vice presidents.
Vernon: C. M. Waite.
Walnut: Capt. Stubblefield.
Richland: Dan Maher.
Nenescah: J. P. Cook.
Fairview: W. White.
Windsor: Henry Wilkins.
Tisdale: W. R. Bradley.
Sheridan: R. R. Longshore.
Beaver: Chas. Roseberry.
Pleasant Valley: J. W. Flenque.
Dexter: John Wallace.
Creswell: Capt. J. B. Nipp.
Cedar: N. W. Dressie.
Bolton: Amos Walton.
Rock: J. M. Harcourt.
Liberty: S. F. Beck.
The following townships were referred to the executive committee for appointment of vice presidents, who appointed as follows:
Harvey: E. M. Anneu.
Maple: Daniel Winn.
Omnia: J. C. Stratton.
Otter: C. R. Myles.
Silver Creek: Harry Smith.
Spring Creek: Henry Sutliff.
Silverdale: H. N. Chauncey.
The time for holding the reunion as published in the call for the 7th and 8th of October, was then discussed. The sense of the meeting seemed to indicate that the farmers would not be through seeding at that time, and that a later date should be named. On motion the 21st and 22nd of October was fixed as the time for holding the reunion.
On motion, all county papers were requested to publish the proceedings of this meeting. The meeting then adjourned. JAKE NIXON, Secretary.
[ROLL OF OLD SOLDIERS: CRESWELL TOWNSHIP.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881. Editorial Page.
NOTE: VERY HARD TO READ! VERY SMALL PRINT!
Roll of Old Soldiers.
The following is a list of the Old Soldiers of Creswell Township.
NAME COMPANY REGIMENT RANK
J. B. NIPP C 40th Ky. Capt.
W. E. CHENOWETH I 16 Ind. Capt.
O. S. RARICK B 61 Iowa Capt.
T. C. BIRD C 81 Iowa Capt.
A. J. BURRELL A 50 Ind. Capt.
O. INGERSOLL A 11 Ills. Capt.
JAMES CHRISTIAN Capt.
M. N. SINNOTT E 21 Mo. Lieut.
W. S. RIDENOUR F 133 O.N.G. Lieut.
R. S. McCLENEHAN K 15 O.V.V. Lieut.
JAMES RIDENOUR L 12 Ind. C. Sarg.
H. D. KELLOGG C 19 Ills. Sarg.
J. E. WILLIAMS E 8 Wis. Sarg.
I. H. BONSALL H 2 Ohio Sarg.
JAMES REILY B 5 Ills. Sarg.
G. H. McINTIRE C 11 Kans. Cor'l.
D. M. PURDY C 20 Ky. Cor'l.
R. L. MARSHALL G 70 Ills. Cor'l.
H. ENDICOTT B 115 Ills. Cor'l.
THOS. V. McCONN A 175 Iowa Private
T. H. McLAUGHLIN K 10 & 11 Mo. Private
T. L. HILL H 1 Ark. Private
C. DOLSBERRY C 22 Ind. Private
M. COLE B 123 Ind. Private
R. E. GRUBBS E 9 Ind. Private
W. A. BASSETT K 9 Maine Private
JACOB MERRINGER A 25 Pa. Private
JOHN A. SMALLEY K 8 Ills. Private
R. E. FITZPATRICK C 135 Ills. Private
J. H. ANDERSON C 53 Ky. Private
W. D. JOHNSON A 66 Ohio Private
GEORGE RUSSELL G 5 Conn. Private
W. H. SPEERS A 2 Ills. B. Private
Wm. T. KIRTLEY H 145 Ind. Private
M. A. FELTON F 192 N. Y. Private
L. F. LAVERTY B 34 Iowa Private
W. NEAL A 15 Iowa Private
AMOS A. DAVIS K 6 Wis. Private
F. M. PECK B 9 Ind. Private
AMOS WRAY K 84 Ills. Private
D. G. LEWIS E 11 Kas. Private
J. S. LEWIS E 11 Kas. Private
J. B. DANIELS H 95 Ohio Private
C. F. SNYDER E 42 Ills. Private
CHAS. LEWIS G 29 Ills. Private
G. W. ABBOTT E 33 Ills. Private
H. ATKINSON D 107 Ills. Private
Wm. ATKINSON G 115 Ills. Private
JOS. R. BENTON H 52 Ind. Private
C. E. BALCOM I 3 Iowa Musician
A. B. SANKEY H 65 Ohio Ord. Sargt.
FRANK CRAWFORD C 51 Ohio Sargt.
J. C. TOPLIFF U. S. NAVY PAYMASTER.
A. B. DEBRUCE U. S. NAVY.
If there are any old soldiers whose names do not appear in the above list, they will please call in at Ridenour & Thompson's and have their names placed on the roll.
[COURIER CLIPPING.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881. Editorial Page.
The Winfield rifles are re-organizing and will visit the State fair in uniform.
[SOME DIFFERENT NOTICES.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
CHRISTIAN & HOLLAND,
ATTORNEYS AT LAW, AND NOTARIES PUBLIC.
JAMES CHRISTIAN. C. C. HOLLAND.
We make collections and pay taxes for non-residents, are Agents of the Home and Phoenix Insurance Companies,
AND PROMPTLY ATTEND TO ALL BUSINESS
ENTRUSTED TO OUR CARE.
Office next door to
Cowley County Bank,
Arkansas City, Kansas.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
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S. J. Mantor,
LATE MANTOR & BLAKENEY,
Has a Large and Well Selected Stock of
GROCERIES,
Provisions, Tobacco and Cigars, and Everything else kept in a first-class General Store, at Bed Rock Prices. Give us a call.
3 3 3
[PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
Wheat $1.15 per bushel.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
Potatoes $1.50 per bushel.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
A new grocery firmthe Daniels Bros.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
Old papers at this office, 50 cents per 100.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
The TRAVELER commences its twelfth year today.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
I. J. Frisby, of Ponca Agency, was in town last week.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
W. E. Ruckman paid $10.00 for the fun he had beating his wife last week.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
This week is number one of volume twelve of the Arkansas City TRAVELER.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
The "rusty hardware men" smile once more; they are next door to the Post office.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
Col. Jordan, Agent of the Ponca and Nez Perce Indians, was in the city yesterday.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
Our school will open the second Monday in September; or, one week from next Monday.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
Mr. S. J. Mantor his removed from east Central Avenue to a house in the northeast part of town.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
The much-talked-about investigation at Kaw and Osage Agencies proves to be a "tempest in a teapot."
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
The Post Office is now located between the Creswell Bank and Schiffbauer Bros. grocery, on East Summit Street.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
The case of libel, in which Will Allison, of the Wellingtonian, was defended, was dismissed for want of evidence.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
We are informed that U. S. Inspector Pollock is now en route for the Pawnee Agency, to investigate matters generally.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
John D. Guthrie, of Bolton, threshed out a piece of wheat last week which yielded nearly 33 bushels to the acre. How is that for high?
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
M. Chambers, of East Bolton, indulged in a kicking spree last week, for which Judge Bonsall mulcted him $25 and costssome $30 in all.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
The Salt City Hotel scheme has busted, but Dr. Perry, of Illinois, has in contemplation the erection of five cottages for rent near the Bath House.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
Prof. C. T. Atkinson has purchased the house recently occupied by George Cunningham, in the west part of town, and will take up his residence therein in a few days.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
John T. Gooch, of Oakland Agency, Indian Territory, was in this city last Monday, acting as interpreter for the Indians, upon whom Benedict perpetrated the theft. Wellingtonian.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
The impromptu hop at the City hotel, on Monday night, was an enjoyable affair. We hope this may be but the commencement of a long series of joyous meetings.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
Capt. C. M. Scott has been in the eastern part of the county, where he has bought a large tract of land, which he intends to operate as a sheep ranch. C. M. Scott is at home in any kind of stock business, and will make it a success if any man can.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
The Express Companies have extended their lines to Salt City, for the purpose of shipping the famed Geuda water to their many patrons now demanding it. We understand a daily hack will be run in connection with this department. Our citizens should give this matter attention.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
SOLDIERS: ATTENTION.
The soldiers in Bolton Township are requested to meet at the Bland schoolhouse on Saturday evening, September 2nd, for the purpose of taking some measures in regard to attending the reunion of Cowley County soldiers at Winfield. Soldiers are requested to notify each other of the meeting, and all are requested to attend.
A. WALTON, Vice President of Bolton Township.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
Mr. A. R. Satterthwaite, of Ponca Agency, gave us a pleasant call last week upon his return from the Eastern part of the State, where he had been spending a short vacation. Mr. Satterthwaite is one of the oldest and most popular of the employees at the above Agency, and a gentleman whom it is ever a pleasure to meet either socially or on business.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
We take pleasure in calling attention to the card of the new law firm of Christian & Holland, which appears in this issue. The senior partner is well known as a lawyerall over the State, while the junior partner, being a graduate of Ann Arbor, guarantees that all business entrusted to them will be in good hands. NOTE: ALREADY TYPED UP CARD!
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
The announcement of Mr. L. B. Stone as a candidate for the office of county treasurer appears in this issue. Mr. Stone is an old resident of Richland Township and the endorsement he received from the caucus held there on the 25th inst., a report of which will be found in another column, speaks very strongly in his favor.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
Hon. R. F. Burden, a prominent stock man of eastern Cowley, will feed 200 head of steers this winter, and be ready for grazing on good pasture in the future; he proposes to sow fifty bushels of Kentucky blue grass seed on his farm at the head of Silver creek. Telegram.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
RETURNED.
Mr. A. A. Newman returned from the East last Sunday wither he has been absent for several weeks laying in an extensive stock of fall dry goods, hats, caps, boots, and shoes to supply the rapidly growing demands of his business. Mr. Newman is one of our most enterprising merchants, and all, the ladies especially, look forward with pleasure to the opening of the fall goods.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
Mr. S. Matlack returned from New York on Saturday last, having, during his absence, made one of the largest purchases of dry goods and groceries ever brought to the city. The following speaks so truthfully of this gentleman's stock and business enterprise, that we could say nothing more to the point, so simply reproduce the words of one of our exchanges.
"Mr. S. Matlack, of Arkansas City, Kansas, is receiving an immense stock of dry goods and groceries, which he recently purchased in New York. Mr. Matlack has a large and complete stock of general merchandise, and if bed rock prices, square dealing, and courteous treatment will win the Territory trade, he is bound to have it. He has a large and very complete line of hats and caps and boots and shoes, especially adapted to the wants of the people in the Territory. He has also the largest stock of clothing in the city, which he will sell during the fall and winter regardless of cost.
"Mr. Matlack asks the cattle men and others to call and examine his immense stock, assuring them that he will show them goods of such quality and offer them at such prices that they will be benefited by trading with him. He gives special attention to the Territory trade, and orders by mail will be promptly filled, and at lowest prices."
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
John T. Bennett, a citizen of this county, living between Clear Dale and South Haven, was last Sunday morning, arrested by Sheriff Thralls, on the charge of stealing cattle, and brought to this city. The Complainants are Nez Perce Indians. There seems to be no doubt of Bennett's guilt, and the Sheriff is of the opinion that he has been engaged in the same business for three years. Mr. Hazzard, to whom the stock was sold, had butchered four of them at the date of Bennett's apprehension. During the afternoon of the same day, he visited the prisoner; and was requested by him to "run" the cattle yet alive, and to efface the brands on the hides of those he had killed. After the preliminary examination, he will be taken to Fort Smith to be tried in the Federal Court. Wellingtonian.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
THE PISTOL.
The Bullet vs. Rocks.
On Monday morning a fuss took place between Bill Baxter and W. C. Baird, clerk of the City hotel, the cassus belli being a dime smoke furnished Baxter, and for which he refused to pay. Several compliments of a highly personal character were indulged in, after which a tournament, in which two shots were fired, transpired. W. C. Baird handled the pop, but without damage to his assailant, who promptly gathered a rock and went for Baird. The "bad man" grasped the situation and fled for refuge, and, in the words of a bystander, made his coat tail crack in his effort to make good time. A warrant was taken out for Baird, who was arrested and taken before Judge Bonsall, who bound him over to appear at 1 o'clock yesterday. When the time for trial came, he turned up missing, and thus forfeited his bail of $100.00.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
The wheel of time, in its revolutions, works many changes and in its constantly unrolling panorama of life reveals transpositions and combinations, which partake of the incredible, yet prove the proverb, "Truth is stranger than fiction." These remarks were naturally suggested by a piece of life history extending over an entire generation, the main actors in which are numbered amongst our respected citizens.
Nineteen years ago yesterday four of our citizens, to-wit: Capt. W. E. Chenoweth, Lieut. W. S. Ridenour, Corporal J. Ridenour, and J. B. Daniels, were captured by Gen. Kirby Smith, of the Confederate army, at Richmond, Kentucky, but were paroled after being held but a short time. All four served during the entire war, and, to say the least, it is passing strange that, after the lapse of so many years, they should meet again on the prosaic battlefield of every day life.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
Does Farming Pay?
We are permitted to publish the following facts. One year ago Mr. J. B. Nichols, of Winfield, purchased 80 acres of raw land 2-1/2 miles northeast of Winfield, for which he paid $350. He broke out 25-1/2 acres13-1/2 was sown with wheat, which yielded 350 bushels of good wheat, which he sold at $1.20 a bushel; or $420. His 12 acres of corn has been estimated at 350 bushels, and 35 cents offered; or $122.50. This will give him $542.50 for his wheat and corn, which returns him the purchase money and leaves him a balance of $192.50, which will more than pay the cost of breaking, planting, harvesting, and marketing his crops.
Does farming pay? Look at these facts and figures, you who have grumbled and growled yourselves hoarse about the non-profits of farming in Kansas. Brace up and go to work, and you or anyone else can make as good a showing as does Mr. Nichols. Telegram.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
GEUDA.
Geuda Springs have had no Western boom yet to force them to notoriety; but, by their actual merits as curative agents in all bilious, skin, and chronic diseases, they are steadily and surely coming to the front rank among the mineral waters of the West. And the time is not far distant when, in the opinion of your humble servant, they will outrank them all.
Among the wonderful cures to be noted this season, I may mention a case of dropsy which had been given up by the attending physicians, several cases of rheumatism, and four or five cases of venereal diseases in their worst form, and scores of cases of debility, dyspepsia, liver complaint, etc., in all of their complicated forms, each giving away and decidedly benefited and cured by the use of these waters alone.
Through the kindness of Mr. Berkey, one of Salt City's best merchants, I learned that a fine hotel will soon be completed and located south of Mr. Berkey's store building in Salt City, to be three stories high, and contain one hundred rooms. The means are to be furnished by a young lady now residing in Salt City, a guest of Mr. Berkey.
Salt City Correspondence to Wellington Press.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
Territory Items.
An Indian train of fifty wagons left the agency on the 21st for Arkansas City, to be loaded with commissary supplies and annuity goods.
A herd of 2,000 buffalos is reported as being in Cheyenne County near the Colorado line, about eighty-five miles west of Oberlin.
Mr. A. C. Williams returned on the 21st from a trip to the Pan Handle, where he went to dispose of some cattle. He says water is very scarce and in many parts the range is burned off. Cheyenne Transporter.
About 2,700 head of cattle were unloaded last week at Chorcan [?] by government contractors and from thence driven across to the Osage Agency. From heat and overcrowding, nearly a hundred died in transit.
[QUESTION: WHERE IS CHORCAN?? NEVER HEARD OF IT!]
Quite an excitement prevails among our people by the shooting of Little Buck, an Osage Indian, by U. S. Deputy Marshal L. W. Marks. The facts are as follows: Marks came upon Little Buck, who is wanted at Fort Smith on a charge of horse stealing near Barnettsville, Cherokee Nation, and ordered him to surrender, whereupon Little Buck drew a butcher-knife and started toward Marks, saying at the same time that he would die before he would surrender. Marks drew his pistol and fired. Little Buck is a noted thief and has been on the scout for some time. He has also said that he wanted to kill one marshal, then he would be willing to die. Indian Journal.
[SNAG BOAT "WICHITA" - ARKANSAS RIVER SERVICE.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
Snag Boat.
From a Little Rock paper we clip the following description of the government snag boat "Wichita," which was built for service in the Arkansas River above Fort Smith and named as a compliment to one of the flourishing towns of Kansas. The trial trip took place August 1st, and any day we may look for the "Wichita's" appearance on our waters.
"The boat was built by Capt. Joe Evins, of Dardanelle, under the supervision of Capt. T. H. Handburry, corps of engineers, United States army, government engineer of this district. All the wood, with the exception of the cabin, built by J. Lawrence, of St. Louis, was obtained in this city. William Farrell, of the Wrightsville mill, furnishing the excellent lumber used in the hull. The boat is 125 feet in length, with a 26 foot beam and 3 feet hold. When completed she will draw sixteen inches. She has two steel boilers, each 36 inches in diameter and 16 feet in length. They have four flues each. There are double engines, cylinders 8-1/2 inches in diameter, with a stroke of 36 inches. She is supplied with a first- class stand capstan, and a crane to pull sixty tons. She will have accommodations for officers and crew to the number of thirty, and no efforts will be spared to make her one of the best crafts dedicated to the stump pulling service of Uncle Sam."
[SOME BUSINESS LOCALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
FOR SALE. A Horse, Buggy, Harness, Saddle and Bridle; also, a good Sewing Machine. They can be seen at my residence. R. C. McClenahan.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
Slates! Slates!! Slates!!! at Shepard & Maxwell's.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
STRAYED. From Hanson's pasture, in southwest Bolton, two suckling calves; one with black face, the other dark red. Reward will be given for information of their whereabouts, left at this office. C. G. Furry.
[KANSAS NEWS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881. Front Page.
It is stated that several native cattle have died from Texas fever within the past ten days, in the vicinity of Caldwell, and that there is considerable excitement over the matter among local stockmen.
[STORY ABOUT W. P. HACKNEY.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881. Editorial Page.
A GOOD ONE ON HACKNEY.
We take the following from the Wichita Beacon in regard to Hon. W. P. Hackney, the great temperance reformer of Cowley County.
"Mr. Hackney, of Winfield, the able prohibition legislator, having succeeded, he thinks, in driving whiskey off the streets into the houses of Winfield, determined to try his hand in the village of Douglass, Butler County. He employed a small boy to go to a drug store and purchase a pint of "tea," furnishing the lad with the money. The boy followed the instructions, went to the drug store and asked for a pint of "tea." The proprietor replied that he was busy, and for the boy to call again in a few minutes and he would get it for him. The boy returned and the flask of "tea" was handed to him. "How much?" asked the boy. "It is high, but there is a good deal of trouble now in the "tea" trade, and we have to put on the price." The boy took the "tea," paid the money, and delivered the package to the Great Reformer. Bill smelt of it and then asked the boy, "What in the h___l did you ask for?" "Tea," said the young cat's paw of this honored reformer. "Well, by g__d, you got tea."
This, indeed, is a good joke; told in good style and takes wherever it is read, but for fear it might mislead the public by being taken for a fact, we have to say that the Hon. Wm. P. Hackney has not been in Douglass for three years, and at the time the story is credited, he was in Colorado; besides he never sends boys on important business, and is too good a judge of human nature to make a mistake in a man. As a joke it is well enough, but for a fact the story is without any foundation whatever. It won't hurt Mr. Hackney, however, as he is used to being lied about.
[OKLAHOMA BARRIER: COLONIZING NEGROES/OKLAHOMA TERRITORY.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881. Editorial Page.
"What is the status of your plans for colonizing negroes on the Oklahoma lands?" J. Milton Turner was asked recently.
The colonizer shook his head rather regretfully as he said:
"In status quo. There is no likelihood of doing anything till fall. If you recollect, I told the Post Dispatch just before the Fourth of July that I was then making arrangements to go to Washington and that my prospects were very encouraging. It was so.
"Then came the shooting of Garfield, to whom we were looking for countenance of our plans, and we were obliged to stop short. The question of the occupancy of the lands by negroes had, after a good deal of correspondence, resolved itself into definite shape. All that was needed to be done was the issue of an executive order from the President, and the Territory would be opened to settlement by negroes. We were full expecting this action from Mr. Garfield when he was stricken down. Indeed, we had an assurance which satisfied us that this would be done, and I hoped to be able to declare all obstacles in our colonization plan removed when I got back from Washington."
The position which Mr. Turner had taken regarding these lands of Oklahoma, and which, he believed, was about to be recognized by the administration, was very briefly this.
These lands were ceded back by the Indians shortly after the war to the Government on the understanding that freedmen were to be colonized on them. Mr. Turner holds that they are made by the terms of the transfer from the Indian tribes to the Government, the heritage of the negroes, and that justice requires that the right of the negroes to acquire homesteads on the lands should now be recognized. All that is wanting to bring this about is the executive order spoken of. Post Dispatch.
[LETTERS REMAINING IN POST OFFICE.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
List of letters remaining uncalled for in the post office at Arkansas City, Kansas, September 1st, 1881.
FIRST COLUMN: Ayres, Mrs. J. E.; Brewster, George; Began, Mrs. Ida; Cretlord [? hard to read], Dillard; Davis, F. L.; Daniels, James L.; Elliott, James; Fitzgerald, David; Franklin, Elick; Griggs, O. A.; Hegy, Amos; Garrett, B. E.; Hamberg, P; Hastings, M. E.; Hatfield, John; Hartley, Ses; Kennedy, Sarah J.; Loch, Adam; Luther, W. H.; Lewis, John; McAndrews, Capt. I. W.; Mass, John; Owen, D. C.; Patchen, Joseph; Palmer, C. W.; Palmer, Dr. A. E.; Sanders, Sary; Turner, Thos; Wetshel, W. T.
SECOND COLUMN: Baber, Abraham; Bryan, Daniel; Carder, Emma; Cohmes, W. C.; Davis, Emma; Davis, Joseph; Frayzey, A. M.; Fitzgerald Bros.; Fry, Enoch; Guire, M. E.; Harris, I. G.; Hamilton, May; Hall, Jack; Hatfield, J. C.; Hill & Dean; Jourdan, Mager; Kasman, Kate; Livings, S. H.; Lauders, J. M.; Lewis, Mary Ann; Mathews, Cora; Mayrs, Andrew B.; Patrick, J. M.; Parks, R. W.; Picket, Edward; Surles, G. W.; Toles, Lieut. B.; Vasey, Mary; Wells, Clara B.; Wardlow, D. W.
Parties calling for any of the above named letters, please state that they were "advertised." JAMES C. TOPLIFF, P.M.
[GEUDA SPRINGS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
NOTE: A PHOTOGRAPH APPEARS WITH CAPTION ABOVE IT STATING "GEUDA SPRINGS"; ABOVE BUILDING "IN SUNNY SOUTHERN KANSAS".
BELOW PICTURE: "VIEW OF BATH HOUSE AS NOW COMPLETED."
ARTICLE:
These springs are situated in the south-western part of Cowley County, Kansas, seven and one-half miles north-west of Arkansas City, are 7 in number, and contain 7 different kinds of Mineral Water; and neither does it require a chemical analysis to detect the difference, as it is readily distinguished by the taste. They are a sure cure for ULCER ATIONS OF THE UTERUS AND FEMALE WEAKNESS, generally. Also RHEUMA TISM, Diabetes, Sciatica, Catarrh, Diseases of the Skin, LIVER and KIDNEYS; Erysipelas and Dyspepsia, and are the best known remedy to tone up the digestive organs.
We have a first-class Bath Housebaths are better than any Turkish Bath.
GUARANTEE.
To prove that we mean just what we say, we will enter into a WRITTEN CONTRACT TO CURE any of the diseases above named; no cure no pay, and will pay the board of invalids besides, in case they are not benefited by using the waters.
TOPOGRAPHY.
The springs, themselves, are a NATURAL CURIOSITY, well worth a trip to see them.
We have an elegant SALT LAKE for boating, excellent roads for buggy-riding; splendid waters for fishing; plenty of game within a few hours ride, for hunting; the most beautiful climate in America, and the most beautiful country "God ever made." We have implicit faith in this "Bonanza." Come and see us.
TESTIMONIALS.
The following named persons have been cured of the ailments mentioned:
L. B. Thomas, Winfield, Ks., Rheumatism.
J. E. Searle, Winfield, Ks., Scrofulous sores.
J. Allen, Salt City, Ks., Diabetes and Cattarh.
H. T. Shivvers, Win., Ks., Rheumatism and Neu.
E. Mills, Salt City, Ks., Scrofulous and Rheu.
Mrs. L. Parmenter, Topeka, Ks. Rheumatic enlargement of joints.
Mrs. Day, Wellington, Ks. Ulcerated Stomach and Uterus.
We refer to the above persons by permission. We also refer to the following persons, some of who are now using these waters:
J. Kearsh, Winfield, Ks., Dropsy.
H. Vigus, Wichita, Ks., Sciatica.
Miss Annie Arnspiger, Cleardale, Ks.
Bettie Berkey, Salt City, Ks., Erysipelas.
W. C. Crawford, Wellington, Ks., Paralysis.
J. M. Mahan, Wellington, Ks., Inflammatory Rheu.
Judge T. F. Blodgett, Wellington, Ks., Liver Disease.
G. Darlington, Winfield, Ks., Blood and Skin Dis.
HISTORY.
We have never yet failed to cure any of the diseases mentioned in this circular, no matter of how long standing, and have effected at least 500 cures, 200 of which were of ladies afflicted with ulcerations, falling or weakness generally, 100 with Rheumatism, 100 with Skin and Blood Diseases, and 100 with the other diseases mentioned. That such are the facts, we refer to the persons above named, and also the people of Cowley and Sumner counties generally, most of whom are acquainted with these Springs. Write and see what they say. The Springs are named from the Indian word Ge-u-da, meaning healing.
ANALYSIS.
A qualitative analysis of these waters shows that they contain the
Bi-carbonate of Soda,
" Iron,
" Calcium,
Sulphates of Ammonia,
Sulphates of Magnesia,
Chlorides of Sodium,
Chlorides of Potassium,
Iodide of Sodium,
Bromide of Potassium,
Sulphur and Silica, and are charged strongly with Carbonic acid gas.
THEY ARE NATURE'S PUREST REMEDIES.
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HOW TO OBTAIN THE WATERS.
The Express Companies have extended their lines from Winfield to Salt City, and will ship the waters to any point desired. Parties desiring waters address H. A. Newcomb, Winfield, Kansas. For further particulars address the
GEUDA SPRINGS CO.,
Arkansas City, Cowley Co., Kansas,
or: Salt City, Sumner Co., Kansas.
NEXT COMES ANOTHER PHOTOGRAPH WITH CAPTION UNDER IT STATING "VIEW OF SALT LAKE TAKEN FROM PHOTO."
[END OF ARTICLE...OR SHOULD WE SAY AD!]
[PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Groceries at Daniels Bros.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Dexter supplies Cedar Vale with ice.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Wheat is now worth $1.30 per bushel.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
R. E. Grubbs goes to Chicago next Saturday.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Wheat $1.25 a bushel on our streets last Thursday.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Read the new "ad" of Daniels Bros. in this issue.
AD:
Daniels Bros.,
-DEALERS IN-
GROCERIES,
Both Fancy and Staple,
of which they will constantly keep on hand a large and Fresh Stock for sale at the LOWEST PRICES IN TOWN.
GOODS DELIVERED
free to all parts of the city and vicinity.
Your patronage is solicited.
DANIELS BROTHERS,
Arkansas City, Kansas.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
James Headly, of Bolton, favored us with a call last week.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Mr. C. H. Searing is absent in the East, attending to business maters.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Mrs. W. J. Stewart, late of Denison, Texas, is staying in town with relatives.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
We learn that a bi-weekly hack is to be run between the Otoe Agency, Indian Territory, and this city.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
The Yankee Notion store is now located in the old post office building, on west Summit street.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
John B. Walker expresses himself tired of Illinois and may return to Sunny Kansas before many months.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Sheriff Shenneman got after the boy who broke jail last Monday, and of course took him in, near Oxford.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Mr. J. C. Pickering is now occupying the Hartsock building, in the north part of town, having sold his late residence.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Mrs. Cyphers and Mrs. Basset have been spending several days in the salubrious vicinity of Salt City and the Geuda Springs.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
W. H. Rathburne, formerly of Bolton Township, but located now near Cedar Vale, has struck indications of zinc in digging a well.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Mr. Bowen, an old-time resident of this city, is in town with his family upon a visit to Mr. and Mrs. T. H. McLaughlin.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Lambert and Ellis make their bow to the public through the medium of an "ad" and special notices in this issue.
AD:
MONEY TO LOAN LOWER THAN THE LOWEST
BY THE COWLEY COUNTY
LAND AND LOAN CO.
LAMBERT & ELLIS
ARKANSAS CITY, KANSAS.
NOTICE: $400,000.00 TO LOAN on REAL ESTATE in Cowley and adjoining counties by
LAMBERT & ELLIS.
NOTICE: STOCK RANCHES for sale by LAMBERT & ELLIS.
NOTICE: LAND BOUGHT AND SOLD by Cowley County Land and Loan Company. Apply to LAMBERT & ELLIS.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
The "four hundred subscribers," in whose interest Ed Greer of the Courier howled so piteously, by actual count, numbers 94. That's about as near the truth as Ed ever gets, though.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Mr. Decker, on Beaver Creek, in the eastern part of this county, sold his corn, hay, and millet to some stockmen for $1,000 each. Not many farmers have done as well this year.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Rev. C. Swarts, of Arkansas City, called on us the first part of the week, and informed us that he would preach in this city tomorrow week, and also that he would preach hereafter regularly two Sundays in each month in this city.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
The apportionment of the State School Fund to Cowley County for the month of August has been made and amounts to $3,270.76, which will be distributed on the basis of the enumeration of 1880, giving 44 cents per scholar.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
An Arkansas City man is holding a herd of several hundred yearlings and two-year-olds near Maple City, which he asks $12 and $14 per head for. Feed and water are scarce, and he will probably have to winter them.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
The old reliable furniture man comes to the front this week with a new "ad," in which he states what he can do for his many patrons in the future. Call and see that nobby new lot of parlor, office, chamber, and kitchen furniture he is receiving for the fall trade.
AD: 1871 1881
P. PEARSON,
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALER IN ALL KINDS OF
FURNITURE,
Mattresses, Curtains, Mirrors, etc.
-A LARGE STOCK OF-
METALLIC AND WOOD CASKETS AND CASES
ALWAYS ON HAND.
PRICES AS LOW AS THE LOWEST.
SIGN: "BIG CHAIR."
EAST SUMMIT STREET, ARKANSAS CITY,
COWLEY COUNTY, KANSAS.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
CANAL.
We are informed that by tonight the canal will be ready for water, and nothing more is needed but to admit the same whenever the mills are ready for business. It is expected that the Ayres' mill will soon be ready, as the building is complete and the machinery nearly in place, and work upon the Speers' mill is being prosecuted vigorously.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Miss Lucy Walton, who has been visiting her sister, Mrs. Matlack, for several months past, returns to her home, in the East, tomorrow. During her sojourn in the city, Miss Walton has made many friends by her genial and engaging manners, and her return will leave a gap in the social circle of our city.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Work upon the dam across the Arkansas River has been suspended for the past few days, on account of high water, but the making of mattresses still goes on so that as soon as the water subsides the work will be resumed. No damage has been done to the dam so far, it all remaining intact, the only trouble being caused by the washing of the river banks, which have now been secured from further trouble of a like nature.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
WINFIELD, KANSAS, Sept. 5, 1881.
The following described property, owned by the Winfield Bank, Winfield, Cowley Co., Kansas, was taken from near Salt City, Sumner Co., by one E. Collinscalling himself a physician.
A liberal reward will be paid either for the property (whole or in part) or the thief.
One iron gray horse, ten years old, about 14 hands high; one bay horse about 6 years old, 14-1/2 hands high; saddle mark on right side; one double Bain wagon; 3-1/4 Thimble; one set of double harness. Notify by telegraph. J. C. McMULLEN, President.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Last Friday we made farewell to Mr. L. H. Scott, who has been sojourning in our city for several weeks past, the guest of his brother, our respected newsman, C. M. Scott. L. H. highly enjoyed the change from prosaic existence in New York City to the unbounded freedom of Western life, and we miss our guess if he does not return ere long and try his hand at "growing up with the country." Mr. Scott is a thoroughly genial companion, and one for whom we shall always entertain regard. He is now en route for the Old World, and we heartily wish him a bon voyage.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
A dance was held at the Central Avenue Hotel last Friday evening in honor of Miss Julia Deming, of Wichita, who is now in the city, a guest of Miss Mattie Mitchell. Among the happy throng we noticed the following ladies and gentlemen.
Misses Julia Deming, Mattie Mitchell, Kate Hawkins, Lucy Walton, Mary Parker, Belle Cassell, Lizzie Wyckoff, Susey Hunt, Alma Dixon, Lilly Chamberlain, Ella Bowers, ____ Wouzo, Effie Tate, Mrs. R. A. Houghton, Mrs. C. R. Sipes, Messrs. S. D. Longedorff, W. Cline, R. P. Hutchins, Chas. Hutchins, C. Swarts, ____ Ellis, A. H. Fitch, M. B. Vawter, C. C. France, C. Holland, C. M. Swarts, Chas. Swarts, C. R. Sipes, R. A. Houghton, J. Vawter, Ollie Stevenson, F. Farrar, and J. Kroenert, who merrily chased old Father Time till past the midnight hour.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
MARRIED. On Wednesday last, Aug. 31st, 1881, at the residence of the bride's parents, in Liberty Township, Miss Ida V. Easterday to J. C. Loveland, of this city.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
CRESWELL TOWNSHIP. The Republican voters of Creswell Township are hereby notified that a primary election will be held at I. H. Bonsall's office, in Arkansas City, on Thursday, September 8, 1881, at 2 o'clock p.m., for the purpose of choosing seven delegates and alternates to the Republican county convention, to be held on the 10th day of September, 1881, at Winfield. G. H. McINTIRE, Chair., Township Committee.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
We take pleasure in announcing Dr. C. C. Green as a candidate for coroner in this issue. Dr. Green is very highly spoken of by those well acquainted with him as a thoroughly competent practitioner and a pleasant gentleman, in every way qualified for the position. The doctor attended many of the sufferers by the recent cyclone, and there gained the reputation of "the whitest physician that practiced in that region."
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Old Soldiers' Reunion.
All old soldiers of the Union army that served during the late Rebellion, in any capacity, now residents of Creswell Township, are requested to meet at I. H. Bonsall's office on September 9th at 2 o'clock p.m., for the purpose of organizing and making arrangements to take part in the reunion at Winfield on the 21st and 22nd of October, 1881.
By request of J. B. NIPP, Vice President of Executive Committee "Old Soldiers' Reunion."
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Our school term commences next Monday, under the management of Prof. C. T. Atkinson and an able corps of assistants. Let all who are interested in school matters, directly or indirectly, use their utmost endeavors, to make the school a success in the future.
[SOME BUSINESS LOCALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
FOR SALE.
I will sell the n. w. 1/4 and lots 2 and 3, and n. e. 1/4 of s. w. 1/4 of section 36, township 34, range 3, lying immediately south and west of the town site of Arkansas City, Kansas, and owned by Sophia V. French, for six dollars per acre. Part of the purchase money may remain on time. Perfect title given. Must be sold within thirty days. Apply to
J. C. McMULLEN, Winfield Bank.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
New and Fresh Goods are daily received by Wyckoff & Son, who are anxious to sell the same.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
Broiled Mackerel,
Soused Herring,
Lime Juice and all Novelties at H. Godehard's.
[GEUDA SPRINGS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Geuda Springs.
The Geuda mineral springs, which are just coming into prominent notoriety, are situated in the southwestern part of Cowley County, near Salt City. They were known by the Osage and other Indians, and used by them as a medicine before any white people had settled there, and their traditions are that big medicines, or in common parlance, their pow-wows, were held there every third moon far back in the dim past. They take their name from the Indian word Ge-u-da, which means healing. There are seven of the springs, all very near together, and each of them appear to have a different taste.
They were not known by white people as mineral springs until about 1870, when by accident, they were tried by Robert Mills, who was cured of scrofula and rheumatism. There being but few settlers in that section at the time, no particular attention was called to it for some time afterward.
The water being very bright and sparkling, however, and a road passing close by, many persons, of course, took a drink of them, and pronounced them almost invariably, unfit to drink, as the taste was not agreeable, and they had the effect of a cathartic.
Hackney and McDonald, of our town, purchased the land in 1878. The springs were soon afterward tried by many persons for skin diseases, and we believe invariably with success. They were soon after purchased by Newman & Mitchell, of Arkansas City, Kansas, who paid $4,000 for them, and in the spring of 1881 built a large bath house, and they have since been tried for all the diseases imaginable, almost, and prove to have remarkable effects in most uterine troubles, liver, kidney, and skin diseases as well as rheumatism. Up to the present time only a qualitative analysis of the waters has been made.
ANALYSIS GIVEN...SAME AS THAT USED IN AD!
Since March, 1881, the bath house has been crowded, and there being but meager hotel accommodations, many who would have tried the waters could not be accommodated there. They have, however, gained an excellent reputation for curative properties. Several persons of our town have been benefited by use of the waters, notably T. H. Stivers, L. B. Thomas, J. E. Searle, and Judge J. Wade McDonald, and we now understand Jacob Kearsh, who formerly was a baker for Mr. Dever here and whom everybody thought was going to die with dropsy, is improving very rapidly by use of the waters.
C. R. Mitchell has lately bought out the interest of A. A. Newman, and is now making arrangements to build a sanitarium. A gentleman from Illinois is in Chicago purchasing the material for ten cottages; other parties are making arrangements to put up a good hotel, and several parties in Winfield and Arkansas City have engaged to put up summer residences at the Springs.
Parties going to the Springs now and intending to stay any length of time should go prepared with tents as the houses are full most of the time, but it is expected that good accommodations will be made for all within the next sixty days. Kansas never furnishes anything by halves, and we believe we have the best mineral springs in existence.
Winfield Daily Telegram.
[REPUBLICAN COUNTY TICKET.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
For Sheriff: A. T. SHENNEMAN.
For Treasurer: L. B. STONE.
For Register: JACOB NIXON.
For Clerk: J. S. HUNT.
For Surveyor: N. A. HAIGHT.
For Coroner: H. L. WELLS.
[BIG AD: E. D. EDDY.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
GOOD NEWS!
SCHOOL BOOKS AT BOTTOM PRICES.
School has commenced and Eddy's winter stock of School Books are on hand. A long experience in the school book trade has enabled me to buy my books closer than ever before, and I intend that my customers shall have the benefit of the reduced prices. Having the
Largest Stock of School Books and School Supplies
ever brought to the city I can supply all demands for the same at bottom prices.
I MEAN JUST WHAT I SAY,
Call and see for yourself, and save your money, at
EDDY'S DRUG STORE,
the oldest, most reliable, and best furnished drug house in Cowley County, established in 1870, carrying the most complete stock of drugs, paints, oils, glass, etc., ever brought to Southern Kansas. I propose to give
BOTTOM PRICES ALL THE WAY THROUGH.
If you want anything in my line come in, and see my prices is all I ask. Special attention is given to orders from a distance.
Thanking you for favors in the past, and intending, by fair and square dealing, to merit your confidence in the future, I remain most respectfully yours. E. D. EDDY.
DON'T FORGET THE PLACEEDDY'S DRUG STORE, IN STONE BLOCK,
ARKANSAS CITY, KANSAS.
[ARKANSAS CITY & SOUTHERN STAGE AND EXPRESS CO.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Arkansas City & Southern
Stage And Express Co.
Leaves Arkansas City each week on Monday and Tuesday at
6 a. m. for
OKMULGEE, I. T.,
and arrives therefrom on Wednesdays and Saturdays, at 6 p.m.
R. J. MAXWELL, Agent.
[PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Peaches $1 a bushel.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Sorghum making has begun.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
F. J. Hess goes to Philadelphia, Pa., soon.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
J. L. Merritt left for Colorado last Friday.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
The Arkansas City schools receive from the State $179.95.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Corn was sold at 50 cents a bushel near Maple City last week.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Mr. C. R. Sipes is absent at Topeka, taking in the State Fair.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Messrs. Ellis & Lambert will open up a loan office in the city shortly.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
John Lucas, near Oxford, sold sixty-five acres of standing corn for $650.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Ex. Marshal, Ed. Horn, came up from Sac & Fox Agency last week.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Messrs. Stranglin & Davis, cattle men, favored us with a call last Saturday.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
The acreage put in wheat this fall will be much smaller than last season.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Hay is very high this year, and unless it is well topped out, much of it will spoil.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
The Fair began at Wellington Sept. 7th. Riely went over with his race horse.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Cunningham are in Kansas City, and will visit the State Fair.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Mrs. Finney has purchased the residence of E. D. Bowen, in the west part of town.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
W. T. Ekel has sold out his stock of lumber to the Chicago Lumber Co., of this city.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Go to the State Fair, it will only cost you $4.75 both ways on the A. T. & S. F. R. R.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Judge Christian and family have removed to the rooms over Mr. Mantor's grocery.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Miss Hattie Newman, of Maine, is in the city upon a visit to Mr. and Mrs. A. A. Newman.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
U. S. Commissioner, Webb, at Winfield, has a man up for making a false entry of land.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Potatoes, corn, oats, and country produce will fetch cash at McLaughlin Brother's grocery.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Mr. J. S. Hyman, Agent for the Masonic Aid Association, spent several days in our city last week.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Charley Parker is blacksmith at Sac & Fox Agency. He went to Kickapoo Agency and changed places.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
James Hill, of Winfield, "Jolly Jim," was down last week. Jim buys peach stones at 50 cents per bushel.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
A number of prominent Pawnee Indians have been arrested, for killing cattle last winter, by a Deputy U. S. Marshal.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
It is estimated that between three and four hundred old soldiers will attend the Reunion, at Topeka, from Cowley County.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
"Uchee Jim," in the Choctaw Nation, raped a half breed girl recently, and then shot her and left that part of the Territory.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Judge McDonald, of Winfield, will leave Hon. W. P. Hackney to attend the law this summer, while he works his claim, at Boulder.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
The report that Arkansas City was the scene of a $10,000 fire, as stated by the Toledo Blade, is a mistake. We have not even had a $10 fire.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Tisdale is to have a schoolhouse after the plan described on pages 421 and 427 of the report of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
We would suggest to the proprietors of the Brettun House that a colored citizen has rights which they must respect. "A word to the wise, etc."
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Mr. Lucius Norton is once more at home from St. Louis, where he has been located some time past. We hope Mr. Norton will conclude to stay with us.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Two horses, branded I. D. on the left shoulder, were stolen or strayed from Nez Perce Agency last week. Several Indians are hunting them.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
J. H. Penton will accept the thanks of the TRAVELER boys for a splendid lot of peaches left at the office last week. They were the finest of the season so far.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
School District No. 53, in Bolton Township, desires to secure a male teacher for the winter term of school. Good wages will be paid to a competent teacher.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
The State School Fund for Aug. has been received, and is now ready for disbursement. The amount due Arkansas City is $179.95; and district 2, $18.50.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Messrs. O'Brist & Lycan, who made proposals for erecting a woolen mill, sometime since, are announced as on their way to Winfield, to offer the hubites a different lay out.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Mrs. J. T. Grimes, of this city, started on Monday last for California to visit her brothers, whom she has not seen for twenty years. She expects to be absent about six months or a year.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
We regret to state that Miss Lillie Chamberlain and her sister, Mrs. Schiffbauer, were summoned to Leavenworth by telegraph, to attend the sick bed of their father, on Thursday last.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
NOTICE.
Every member of the Library Association is requested to be present at the annual election of officers next Monday, Sept. 19th, at 4 o'clock p.m., in the school building.
JERRY ADAMS, President.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
To the many inquiries which are being made as to the financial standing of our city, we would say that the City Council will publish a full statement of the same between the 15th and 20th of this month, as required by law.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
VISITORS FROM THE NATION.
Quite a number of familiar faces from the Territory were on our streets last Monday.
Among them were Mr. O. J. Woodard, of Cheyenne Agency, with W. T. Darlington, J. A. Covington, in charge of Cheyennes and Arapahos going to the Topeka Fair; Thomas and King Berry of Pawnee Agency; Kendall Smith, wife and child, and Mrs. Beard from Ponca Agency, and Col. Pollock, U. S. Indian Inspector; Jake Zalloweger, with his Indian wife and babies, and twenty-five Indians attired in attractive style were the center of attraction. Among the Indians going to Topeka were Black Coyote, Flaces, Tall Left Hand, Walter Matches, Doctor Little Chief, Flying Young, Bull, Warrior, Watan, Lizzard, and fifteen others with ponies, tents, and equipage enough to fill two freight cars. The Topeka party left yesterday morning on the 5 o'clock train.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
The farewell party, given by Miss Lillie Chamberlain at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Schiffbauer, on Tuesday evening of last week, was one of the grandest events of the season. The full moon shown down like an immense headlight, viewing apparently, with the many Chinese lanterns that were pendant from the surrounding trees, making the scene resemble that of fairy land rather than reality.
After some time spent in promenading through the beautiful grove of fruit and forest trees, the party's attention was directed to an immense platform prepared for the occasion, where Prof. Farringer, with the string band of Winfield, had taken position, and in a few moments it was filled with youth and beauty gliding through the graceful movements of the easy quadrille and mazy waltz. A gorgeous repast followed, then with spirits overjoyed, each of the party instituted all manner of fun and mirth, which had to be seen to be appreciated. Mr. Matlack produced a novel figure in the terpsichorean art that few ever witnessed before, while Cal. Swarts furnished the music. To say it was an enjoyable affair don't half express it, and for one, we hope to have the pleasure of again meeting Miss Chamberlain and her many friends under like circumstances. The Cornet Band did their best and filled the night air with delightful sounds for which the hostess came forward, and in the most charming manner, expressed her appreciation and thanked them for their kindness.
The following ladies and gentlemen participated.
Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Schiffbauer.
Mr. and Mrs. James I. Huey.
Mr. and Mrs. Mead.
Mr. and Mrs. S. Matlack.
Mr. and Mrs. Harry P. Farrar.
Mr. and Mrs. Capt. O. Ingersoll.
Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Houghton.
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph H. Sherburne.
Mr. and Mrs. Wyard E. Gooch.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Grubbs.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Speers.
Mr. and Mrs. James E. Miller.
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Benedict.
Mr. and Mrs. James Benedict.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank P. Schiffbauer.
Mrs. James Wilson.
Mrs. Alexander.
Mrs. C. R. Sipes.
THE MISSES.
Mary Parker.
Susie L. Hunt.
Anna Belle Cassell.
Lizzie Wyckoff.
Mattie F. Mitchell.
Julia Deming.
Lucy Walton.
May Benedict.
Kathleen Hawkins.
Annie Norton.
Grace Gardner.
Mabel Ayres.
THE MESSRS.
M. B. Vawter.
Dr. Jamison Vawter.
J. D. C. O'Grady.
C. L. Swarts.
Charles M. Swarts.
Fred W. Farrar.
Joseph D. Houston.
John Kroenert.
Charles U. France.
Showman D. Longsdorff.
James C. Topliff.
William D. Mowry.
Cyrus M. Scott.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
HIS FRIENDS TOLD HIM HE WOULD STARVE TO DEATH IN KANSAS.
Mr. P. E. N. Decker, a York State man over sixty years of age, came to Kansas two years ago and settled on Beaver Creek, Cowley Co., Kansas, leaving a good home among the hills of New York. When he left, his friends told him he would starve to death in Kansas. All know that the last two years have not been favorable to farmers; yet Mr. Decker worked 45 acres last year and cleared $500. He raised 250 bushels on one acre, which he sold for $1.00 per bushel, besides oats, millett, etc. This yeargenerally considered a failurehe worked 155 acres and sold the millett, corn, and oats to Frank Bates, a cattle man, for $1,000 down, and has left 350 bushels of potatoes, besides 5 acres of corn, hay, and other articles. This don't look much like starving.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Lieut. Shoemaker and Gov. Jack McCurtain, of the Choctaw Nation, are hard at work removing intruders, and such a set. The effects of a dozen families could all be placed in one wagon with room to spare, but the 12 men and 12 women have 144 red-headed, tow-headed, shock-headed urchins of all sizes, tagging along after them barefooted, and more also. There being no provisions visible, it is a wonder how they lived. They have remained there because forbidden to do soif ordered by the United States to remain, they would all have skipped out in one night. It's no wonder the Arkansas papers howl over the enforced exodus from the Indian country if that State is to be afflicted with such a class of shiftless emigrants. Muskogee Journal.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
TO TEACHERS.
There will be an examination of applicants for county certificates in the Winfield high school building Saturday, September 24; beginning at 8 o'clock a.m.
R. C. STORY, Co. Supt.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Charlie W. Coombs arrived in the city last Friday from Colorado. He was en route to New York, and stopped over to see the folks. In company with his brother, Lute, he resumed his journey on last Monday morning.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
C. Ferguson, of the Arkansas City & Southern Stage and Express Co., arrived in town on Monday last with a commodious two seated rig for service on the Express line to the Territory. For particulars see elsewhere in this issue. R. J. Maxwell is Agent for the Company. [ALREADY TYPED UP AD.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
A Bolton man was fined $25 and costs $40, for kicking a boy that "cussed" him in his own doorway. The fine was based on the evidence of the boy showing a large tumor on his side where he received the kick. It turns out now that the damage was done last winter in a fight with some school boys.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
At the primary meeting held last Thursday, the following gentlemen were elected as Delegates and Alternates to attend the Republican Nominating Convention at Winfield, on September 19th, 1881.
DELEGATES:
Capt. Nipp, G. H. McIntire, Cal. Swarts, C. M. Scott, Jerry Tucker, W. D. Mowry.
ALTERNATES:
I. H. Bonsall, R. A. Houghton, Frank Speers, J. C. Topliff, R. L. Marshall, A. B. Sankey.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Willie Fogg is in trouble again. Monday morning he attempted to skip out via Oxford on a tie pass over the K. C., L. & S. Sheriff Shenneman went after him and brought him back, and he once more languishes behind iron bars. The natural cussedness of this youth is beyond the comprehension of ordinary man. Without regard for friends, home, or family, he seems to have cut loose at this early age from everything that shows a tinge of respectability, or honor. It is fortunate for the community that he hasn't sense enough to escape after doing a mean thing. He will pass most of his life behind prison bars. Courier.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
The report was correct for a while that the tail gates of the canal had been washed out, and considerable excitement prevailed. An examination, however, proves that no serious damage was done, and three days work will put the gates in a permanently good condition. The damage arose from a neglect to properly protect the bank from the action of the water.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
We understand that a lecture is talked of, as among the announcements, on the tapis, for next week. Subject, "Ireland and the Irish," as seen from the standpoint of an old Irishman. We know of no one better able to amuse a crowd than our fellow townsman, James Christian, and we look forward with pleasure to this entertainment. Further notices will be given in our next issue.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Mr. Luscious Knight, District court stenographer, while on his way from Chicago to Winfield, was so unfortunate as to take the train which was stopped by the train robbers in Missouri. They compelled him to disgorge his wealth, consisting of 50 cents in cash and a small gold ring given him by his best girl, which he was compelled to throw into the sack despite his tears and protestation. He saved a roll of bills by thrusting it down his trousers. Telegram.
NOTE: ARTICLE SHOWS "LUSCIOUS" KNIGHT.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
W. N. Hubbell has been authorized by the local stock men to offer a reward of one hundred dollars for the apprehension of the party or parties who set the prairie on fire in the Indian Territory about six miles southeast of Caldwell on the night of August 30th, and also on Thursday last. Evidently the fire was started by someone intent on destroying the range in a certain locality; and we can see no reason for such dastardly work, unless it is to keep Territory cattle from water in Bluff Creek near the State line. If the fire was set out by anyone holding cattle along the line for the purpose of keeping Territory cattle from encroaching on the range, it shows a low, contemptible, disposition, and one that will land him in the pen before many years, if he does not die with his boots on. A man, or thing that would do such a deed, would steal, and should be branded on the forehead with a curry comb brand. It will not be healthy for anyone caught by the stock men of these parts setting out fire in the Territory. Caldwell Post.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
An execution was issued last month by the U. S. District Court at Fort Smith, Arkansas, against Oklahoma Payne, et al., for the collection of the $1,000 fine assessment against them last winter.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
The color line came promptly to the front last week at the Brettun House in Winfield. Mr. P. B. Andrews (colored) was sent as a delegate from Bolton Township to the Convention, and, when with his delegation, he went to the Brettun House for dinner, the proprietor informed him he could not take dinner in the dining room but must go to the kitchen. Considerable feeling was manifested for awhile, but Mr. Andrews, with several friends, retired to seek more hospitable quarters. So far, Messrs. Harter & Black are following the example of Judge Hilton in this questionably exclusive proceeding.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Novelty Factory.
Arrangements have been completed with a Mr. George Smith for the erection of a lock, novelty, and machine repair shop in our city. According to the terms agreed upon between the City Council, Canal Co., and Mr. Smith, a building 27 x 100 feet is to be commenced at once, and at least 25 hands are to be employed the first year, and to be increased according to contract agreed upon. Should this enterprise pan out, it will undoubtedly prove a great benefit to our city in more ways than one, as well as making a great convenience to the farmers and others using machinery in this vicinity.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Can it be, as claimed by the proprietors of the "Brettun" that two members of the Convention, on last Saturday, objected to Mr. Andrews going into the dining room with the other delegates? If so, God help such a Republican! Why should such a person presume to sit in a Republican Convention? Why should he forsooth presume to represent the grand old Republican principle that all men are created equal? This is not Republicanism. All Republicans repudiate such an act, and blush that such pusillanimity can be found in a Republican Convention.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
MARRIED. At the residence of Dr. Alexander, in this city, September 11th, by Rev. J. Cairns, assisted by Rev. L. F. Laverty, Henry W. Stuart and Mrs. S. E. Coombs. May happiness and prosperity ever be theirs and the bonds of affection, which now unite them, ever increase with the passing years.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Parties coming from the East to visit the famous Geuda Springs should take the Atchison Topeka & Santa Fe R. R. at Kansas City and come direct to Arkansas City, where every convenience can be found to get to the Springs, only 7½ miles distance over a beautiful country.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
W. C. Moore and Chas. Coombs, both live paragraphers, arrived in the Capital last week, from Durango, Colorado. They have, until recently, been connected with the Daily South-western in that place, which paper is looked upon as "The" paper of Durango; this reputation being greatly due to the exertions of the above-named gentlemen.
Santa Fe (New Mexico) Democrat.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
BIRTHS. During the past week we have to chronicle the following additions to the population of Cowley County.
Born to Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Green, of Bolton Township, September 8th, a daughter.
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Whitworth, of Pleasant Valley, September 8th, a daughter.
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Peffers, of Creswell Township, September 8th, a daughter.
Born to Mr. and Mrs. A. A. Newman, of Arkansas City, September 9th, a son.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
The school term commenced on Monday last with an attendance of 202 scholars divided into the following rooms:
C. T. Atkinson 48
Miss Peterson 47
Miss Hunt 46
Miss Theaker 61
[SOME NOTICES.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
TO THE FARMERS.
It has been rumored that I have stopped grinding until my new mill is completed, which is not the case. I am doing both custom and exchange work. And will continue to do so until further notice. Will grind corn or wheat for toll or exchange as reasonable as any mill in the Walnut Valley. No delay, and good flour. Call and see me, at the Eagle Mills.
W. H. SPEERS.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
MONEY TO LOAN.
Money to loan, on first-class Real Estate security, at very low rates. Interest and principal payable in Winfield, Kansas.
GILBERT & FULLER
Winfield, Kansas.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
MONEY TO LOAN.
On improved farms for five years, at ten percent interest, payable annually. No commission or charges deducted. Full amount of note paid to borrower. Apply to
CURNS & MANSER.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
DIAMOND EDGE AX
The best in the market, guaranteed and warranted perfect in every respect at Howard Bros.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
TAKE NOTICE.
There is no better or cheaper place to buy Groceries, Clothing, Furnishing Goods, etc., than at the Cash and Barter Store of Wyckoff & Son.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
WANTED
20 CORD OF JACK OAK WOOD (2,560 cubic feet) cut in two feet lengths, the whole to be delivered at the Arkansas City Schoolhouse, between October 1st and November 1st, 1881. Bids for supplying the above will be received up to noon of Thursday, Sept. 20, by H. D. Kellogg. Bids should state prices for dry or green wood. By order of School Board.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
The Arkansas City & Southern Express Co., will carry passengers between this city and Willow Springs, Ponca, Otoe, Pawnee, Sac & Fox Agencies, Whistler's Ranch, Shawnee- town, and Okmulgee. R. J. MAXWELL, Agent.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 21, 1881. Editorial Page.
An Interesting Incident.
A very interesting incident occurred at the Cheyenne and Arapaho Indian Camp yesterday afternoon, between the Cheyennes and Pottawatomies, that needed to be seen and understood to be appreciated. The band of Pottawatomies camped on the grounds were a portion of the tribe that the Cheyennes had never met in peace, but frequently in war. According to Indian custom, whenever they shake hands, it denotes peace. Members of the two tribes met yesterday, and without knowing one another, shook hands. In talking over the matter, the chief members remembered the history of affairs, and discovered that this was the first hand shaking. A council was called, and after much deliberation it was decided that it must hold good, although it was done through a mistake.
The thought of having met enemies and made friends, filled their spirits with joy, and in spite of the protestations of those in charge, they brought out the drum, and for full two hours they made the night air ring with their songs and dances. The matter does not end here, for when they return to the Territory, the rest of the tribe will be informed of the friendship, and seven thousand of the Cheyennes and Arapahos will celebrate the act with dances for two weeks to come. Commonwealth.
[ORDINANCE NO. 98.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 21, 1881.
ORDINANCE NO. 98.
Entitled an ordinance calling an election to consider proposition of the Arkansas City Water Power Co. to purchase the capital stock of said city in the Arkansas City Water Power Co.
BE it ordained by the Mayor and Councilmen of the city of Arkansas City.
SECTION 1. That a special election of the qualified voters of the city of Arkansas City shall be held on Wednesday, the 26th day of October, A. D. 1881, at the office of the City clerk of said city of Arkansas City for the purpose of voting for or against accepting a proposition from the Arkansas City Water Power Co., to purchase the 800 shares now held by the said city in the capital stock of the Arkansas City Water Power Company upon the following terms and conditions, to-wit:
The said Arkansas City Water Power Company proposes to purchase the said 800 shares now held by the said city, and to pay therefor the sum of seven thousand dollars ($7,000), payable as follows: Three thousand dollars ($3,000), is to be paid on or before ten years from the date of the passing of this ordinance. Provided, that whenever the sale of a sufficient amount of the First Mortgage Bonds, of the said Arkansas City Water Power Company, for a sum or sums equal to the sum of Three Thousand Dollars ($3,000) is effected, the aforementioned sum of Three Thousand Dollars shall be immediately due and payable to the said city, Provided, further, that if said sum of Three Thousand Dollars be not paid, within one year from the passing of this ordinance, then the said company is to pay to the said city interest on the same at the rate of seven percent, per annum, payable semi-annually, due and payable on the 1st day of January and July of each year until the said sum of Three Thousand Dollars be paid.
The further sum of Four Thousand Dollars ($4,000) on or before ten years from the date of the passing of this ordinance, Provided, that whenever a lease or leases of the privilege of the water power, belonging to the said company, in Cowley County, Kansas, equal to one hundred and twenty horse power be effected by the said Arkansas City Water Power Company, the said amount four thousand dollars ($4,000) is to be immediately due and payable to the said city or its legal representatives, . . . .
HARD TO READ! THERE WERE FOUR SECTIONS.
[PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 21, 1881.
Read J. G. Shelden's "ad" in this issue. [Had to skip some. could not read. MAW]
AD:
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If you want to subscribe for any
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If you want anything to read in the way of Books, Magazines, Novels, or Daily Paper, don't forget me.
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Arkansas City Traveler, September 21, 1881.
Work on the novelty factory has commenced in earnest.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 21, 1881.
"Ireland and the Irish" at the M. E. church tomorrow night.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 21, 1881.
Capt. C. M. Scott, in charge of the aborigines who adorned the State Fair, returned to the city on Monday night last.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 21, 1881.
MARRIED. At the residence of Mr. N. C. Heizer, Beaver Township, September 15, 1881, Mr. R. L. Wright and Miss Lydia Heizer. Rev. L. F. Laverty officiating.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 21, 1881.
Ordinance 98, calling special election to dispose of shares of the Arkansas City Water Power Company, was passed last Monday by the council.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 21, 1881.
Mr. J. G. Shelden has purchased the stock of goods of R. E. Grubbs', and will ably sustain the reputation of the establishment. Our pleasure at welcoming Mr. Shelden is allayed by regret at losing such a first-class businessman as R. E. Grubbs has proved himself to be.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 21, 1881.
Those who wish to keep posted on matters and things in the Indian Territory should subscribe for the Cheyenne Transporter, a ten-page paper published at Darlington (Cheyenne Agency). It gives, in a condensed reading form, all the Indian, stock, and general news, and is sent to subscribers at the low rate of one dollar per year.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 21, 1881.
The Schiffbauer Bros. have received the contract for the erection of buildings at the Otoe Agency, Indian Territory. Mr. C. Schiffbauer is absent in Nebraska now.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 21, 1881.
Ireland and the Irish.
On Thursday evening, September 21, 1881, at the M. E. Church in Arkansas City, Kansas, Judge Christian, of this city, will deliver a lecture on the topic, "Ireland and the Irish." The evening entertainment will be interspersed with music, vocal and instrumental. The name of the speaker, with the theme, is a sufficient guarantee of the character of the entertainment.
Judge Christian was never in more robust health, and his strength, mental and physical, is at its full tide, and he will treat this rich subject in a manner both interesting and instruc tive. In the description of the Irish, their ways and customs, Judge Christian will present scenes, laughable and pathetic, drawn from the memory of his boyhood days, from his own recollection of how they live, marry, die, and are buried. The character and history of this heroic people, their literature and traditions will be discussed by one whose heart warms toward them, as the people of his own race, and no one who wishes to have a good laugh, to be amused and instructed, can afford to fail to hear Judge Christian on next Thursday evening.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 21, 1881.
Dr. Standiford, of Westville, Indiana, arrived in town several days since, and has been looking after landed interests hereabouts. The Doctor came specially to investigate the Geuda Springs, and ascertain if they really deserved the notoriety they are rapidly gaining through- out the East as a health resort. Of course the result is satisfactory, the efficiency of the waters as a curative, coupled with proper medical treatment, will almost make the old young again. As a proof of the above, Dr. Sandeford contemplates the erection of a Sanitarium, which will be of great benefit to invalids, as well as a paying investment for the projector and proprietor.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 21, 1881.
Sumner County.
The contract for building a stone schoolhouse, 28 x 50 feet, has been let at Hunnewell.
The stock men on the range are beginning to pool for the wintering of their cattle.
The election on the 5th inst. for issuing $16,000 in Hunnewell bonds for city improve ments was unanimous for the bonds.
The city council has passed a tippling shop ordinance. Hereafter, the City attorney will try his hand at closing up Wellington saloons.
From Judge E. Evans we learn that Mrs. Evans is rapidly recovering at Geuda Springs. Mrs. Evans was taken to Salt City on the second last. Last Sunday she dressed herself and walked about her room, which she has not been able to do since February. Her appetite is excellent, and her general health greatly improved. Moreover, she has laid aside a portion of her medicines. We are sincerely glad to publish the good news, not only because it is another testimonial to the virtues of Geuda Springs, but also because we rejoice to know that a heretofore confirmed invalid is regaining health. Wellington Press.
[THE WICHITA MOUNTAINS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881. Editorial Page.
The Wichita Mountains.
In an interview with Mr. Williamson, one of the proprietors of the stage line between Caldwell and Fort Sill, and who returned from the latter place on Saturday, we learn that there can be no doubt of the discovery of silver ore in the Wichita mountains.
The discovery was made on Sill reservation some time ago, and specimens of the ore sent to Denver to be assayed. The assayer returned a certificate showing over $13 worth of silver to the ton. Upon the receipt of the certificate several companies were organized and a good portion of the reservation staked out into claims. Further prospecting showed large bodies of ore, evidently richer than the specimens sent to Denver, and for a time there was considerable excitement over the matter. In the meantime a gentleman was sent to Washing- ton regarding the discovery, when orders at once came back instructing the military to put a stop to any further work and drive out all persons not having proper authority to remain in the country, which orders have been carried out, and the silver excitement is dead for the time being.
Many persons claim that there is gold in those mountains, but so far none has been found. But that the silver is there, and in paying quantities, seems to be without a doubt. As silver mining is an enterprise requiring capital, it is not likely that the Wichita mountains will be worked at a very early day, even if the government should give full permission.
If, however, the Atlantic & Pacific railroad company should extend their line west from Vinita, no power will be able to keep the adventuresome spirits of the West from overrunning the mountains of the Territory, in search of metals of all kinds. Until that time everybody must wait with all patience for the opportunity to develop the hidden wealth of that now tightly corked up country. Caldwell Commercial.
[PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Coal $7 a ton.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
A newspaper is talked of at Salt City.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Dr. Vawter was quite ill again last week.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Potatoes $2.50 per bushel, and not extra at that.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Ed. F. Horn will remove from Winfield to Arkansas City this fall.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
The public well at the corner of Fifth Avenue and Sixth Street has failed.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Geo. Allen and wife will occupy rooms over S. J. Mantor's store this winter.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Henry E. Asp et al are the proprietors of a coal mine in Chautauqua County.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Lieut. Cushman is at Ft. Collins, Texas, but will soon be at Ft. Leavenworth.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
George Walker returned from Missouri this week, and has gone down to his old ranche.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
All the ice in town has been exhausted and the City Hotel has to be supplied from Winfield.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
The lightning during the late storm struck the home of Mr. Ray, doing considerable damage.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Johnny Gooch, late of Oakland Agency, Indian Territory, is now making his headquarters in the city.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
J. D. Harklerode [Harkleroad?], of Silverdale, starts East in a few days for a vacation after the summer's work.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Excursion trains will run from Little Rock to Fort Smith when the next hanging bee comes off.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Frank Hutchison has returned to Cheyenne Agency, where he is engaged as industrial teacher.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
C. M. McIntire is rusticating in the land of "Lo," and C. C. Holland wields the faber in his absence.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Dan. E. Sifford, after a year's absence in the vicinity of Salt City, has returned to our burg for the winter.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Agent Miles, of Osage Agency, Major Jordan, of Ponca, and Mr. Pollock, of Pawnee, were in town Monday.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Sixty-six dollars and ninety cents was the price paid for the first bale of cotton brought from Fort Smith, Arkansas.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
More than one hundred Cheyenne and Arapaho Indians were here last week after freight for their Agency.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Topliff and Scott will ship a carload of fine merino ewes and rams from Ohio next month, to add to their flock.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
U. S. Commissioner, Lovell Webb, of Winfield, with his cousin, from Pennsylvania, were in town Sunday.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Mrs. Dr. Kellogg and children started last week for Osceola, Iowa, where they expect to be absent some time visiting.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
DIED. At Eureka Springs, Arkansas, on September 22nd, 1881, Addie C., wife of C. O. Brooks, aged 18 years and 10 months.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
They play poker down in the Cherokee Legislature, or council, the same as our Senators and Congressmen do at Washington.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
We are glad to state that Mr. M. Stanton is recovering from the tumor from which he has been suffering for some time past.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
There will be Baptist services in the First Presbyterian Church, of this city, next Sabbath evening. Rev. Cairns will officiate.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
The storm on Monday night was quite severe while it lasted, and a generous supply of aqua descended upon poor Mother Earth.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Mr. Stafford, of Harper County, sold his flock of 2,200 head of sheep to C. M. Scott and James Topliff, last week, for nearly $5,000.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
The "Jennie May," Capt. J. C. Huff in command, "lifted her stages" for up the Arkansas river. She goes as far as Webber's Falls.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
James Hurley, baggage man at the depot, will soon leave for Colorado, to remain there. Jim will have friends wherever he goes.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Ed. Hutchison and Jennings Clark, who have been absent for the past two months, paid our city a visit last Sunday and Monday.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Geo. Cunningham purchased from Peter Pearson last week one of the handsomest sets of parlor furniture ever brought to the city.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Miss Linda Christian has been engaged to teach the fall and winter school in Fairview district. School will open one week from next Monday.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Manly Capron has had the ground broken and considerable rock hauled for the erection of a residence upon his lots in the northwest part of town.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
One of the "James' boys" was in town last week. He is a cousin of Jesse James, and lives down in Bolton Township, an honest farmer and good citizen.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
The Indians attended the First Presbyterian Church last Sunday evening, occupying the amen corner, and listening to the sermon with great eagerness.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Don't cut the young walnut tree. Its culture will pay 5,000 percent in twenty years, or $100 invested in walnut culture will make $5,000,000 in twenty years.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
The howl of the prairie wolf can be heard in Arkansas City during the calm hours of midnight, even now. It happens to be a pet wolf, however, of C. M. Scott.'s stable.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
U. S. Deputy Marshal Marks, of Osage Agency, with Ed. Mathews, stopped for a few hours in the city last Sunday on their way to Fort Smith with four prisoners.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
The Messrs. Dixon, of Caldwell, father and brother of Mrs. Dr. Shepard, spent Saturday, Sunday, and Monday last in our town. They returned to their home yesterday morning.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Conductor James Miller took a lay-off a few days ago to attend the fair at Wichita, last week, and Mr. Cline made his run for him. Mr. Miller is back again as accommodating as ever.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
All doubtful Cherokees have to appear before Chief Bushyhead this month and prove their citizenship; otherwise, they will be removed from the Cherokee Nation and the Indian Territory.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
DIED. At the residence of his parents in this city, Thursday, September 22nd, 1881, Albert Edward, son of Mr. R. A. and Mrs. Sarah Houghton, aged 2 years and 9 months.
It is with feelings of peculiar sadness that we record the death of little Bertie. Not only was he a bright and interesting child, whose presence was a ray of sunshine in the home of his parents, the patter of whose little feet and childish prattle will be sadly missed by both parents, grandparents, and other friends, but his demise marks the falling of the pall of death over this happy home for the third time in a little over a year.
Two little sisters, lovely twins, passed away during the last autumn, and now little Bertie, too, is gone to the bright world above. . . . S. B. FLEMING.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
STRUCK BY LIGHTNING.
During the storm of Monday night last the residence of Mr. Ray, in the west part of town, was struck by lightning, and considerably damaged. The ball struck the board siding, making a hole like a bullet, ran down a short distance and turned outward, then seemed to strike the house again, passing into the interior, knocking down the plaster, shooting through the center of the clock, from thence totally demolishing a new sewing machine, and then passing downward through the floor within a few inches of a child who was sleeping upon a pallet on the floor. That the inmates escaped unhurt is but little short of a miracle.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
A large audience listened to Judge Christian last Thursday evening, on "Ireland and the Irish." The speaker held the most eager attention of his audience for almost an hour and a quarter, often bringing the "land of the Shamrock" into all but actual view.
At the close of the lecture, on motion of Rev. Fleming, the audience requested Judge Christian to deliver another lecture in the near future on the same topic. It is hoped the Judge will comply with this invitation.
Mrs. Baker and Will Griffith furnished some fine instrumental music, which was highly appreciated.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Jesse Cochran, Sheriff of Coo-wee-a-ko-wee District, Cherokee Nation, advertises in the Advocate to sell sixteen head of stray horses, fourteen head of stray cattle, and three stray hogs. The animals are sold at the courthouses in each district. Redbird Smith, Sheriff at Illinois District, advertises sixteen horses and twelve head of cattle. They are sold on the range as they run. Terms cash. About 500 head of strays are advertised to be sold every few months, and it might pay some stock man to go down and buy a few.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Dr. Standiford has about completed arrangements for the erection of a 24 x 46 Sanitarium fitted up with all necessary appliances for using the mineral waters of the Geuda Springs to the best advantage, as well as the general treatment of chronic invalids. The Doctor is fully competent in every way to push this enterprise to a successful completion, and we look for him to add fresh laurels to his own reputation as well as add new victories to the long list of chronic ills subdued by the curative agency of Geuda water.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
We had the pleasure of meeting Messrs. Hosmer and Johnson of Suncook, Maine, who have been making a tour of Western Kansas, the Pan Handle, and Indian Territory in search of a good location for a stock range. These gentlemen express themselves as very much pleased with the country and prospects south of this city, and will probably make some investments shortly. Being prepared to buy largely, they of course need to look more closely to the range, etc., but we feel satisfied that they cannot miss it by investing anywhere in this vicinity.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
John D. Smith, formerly Agent at Pawnee Agency, Indian Territory, now languishes in Fort Smith jail, under the charge of embezzlement. His trial was postponed from the last term of the U. S. Court.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Our State Fair.
The State Fair held at Topeka was a complete success, and the crowds of people that gathered there was wonderfulthe number on the grounds being estimated at near sixty thousand. They had the finest showing of horses, cattle, swine, etc., ever exhibited in the State. Horses valued at $10,000 and more were frequently to be seen, and cattle, brought in from Illinois and other States, were such as were never before seen in Kansas. Sheep, hogs, and all kinds of poultry filled the stalls made for them, making the sight a rare one. It seemed as though the whole State turned out, every section being represented. Shortly after our arrival we were introduced to Capt. Nipp, passed in the gates as a reporter of the TRAV ELER, walking arm in arm with Marshal Sinnott, representing the Democrat. As neither of the two publishers of the two papers knew they were represented, we were led to remark: "How's this?" Capt. Ed. Haight, with the Winfield Battery and two large cannons, made themselves heard, and shook the glass of the Capitol, while Capt. Steuven of the Infantry Company, from the same place, made an excellent display in the parade. Among the crowd we met Rev. Fleming, always on hand when there is anything going on, and Capt. Bird, A. A. Davis, Chas. Sipes, and many others.
Twenty-six Cheyenne and Arapahos represented the Indian Territory, under charge of Mr. O. J. Woodard, of Cheyenne Agency, and Capt. C. M. Scott, of this place. It was a treat for the wild tribes, if their actions indicated anything, for they made the night air ring with their war hoops and "Ki-yes," much to the amusement of the many spectators who flocked every day to see them.
Were we to attempt a detailed account of the exhibition, it would prove tedious, as it had to be seen to be appreciated. Every available sleeping place was taken before half the crowd got there, and many had to camp on the grounds. The sham battle, Old Soldiers' Reunion, and the twenty mile race, by Miss Curtis and Miss Pinneo, were probably the main attractions.
[OBITUARY: ZADIE KIMMEL & MARY ANN KIMMEL BAIRD.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Obituary.
DIED. At the residence of her father, A. J. Kimmel, in Bolton Township, on Sept. 21st, 1881, of mountain fever, Miss Zadie Kimmel, aged 18 years.
DIED. In Bolton Township, on Sept. 23rd, 1881, of mountain fever, Mary Ann, wife of Russell Baird and daughter of A. J. Kimmel.
These two sisters were called by the pale angel to tread the silent vale of death as it were, hand in hand. We commend the bereaved husband, motherless babes and sorrowing relatives to the loving care of Him who doeth all things well.
[MORE PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
The Baptist Association will meet at Wellington on Wednesday of next week. V. M. Ayres is the delegate from this city. Those attending who have paid one full R. R. fare will be returned at one-fourth fare upon producing a certificate of attendance from the clerk of the Association.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
The Cherokee Government have asked, from the Judicial Department at Washington, that the Nation be protected against the timber depredations that are constantly going on. Judge
I. C. Parker thinks an amendment should be made to the law governing timber depredations before it will be entirely effective.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
The Cowley Co. Horticultural Society will hold its next monthly session in the Court- room in Winfield, on Saturday, October 1st, at 2 p.m. A full attendance is desired, as impor tant business will be before the meeting. JAS. F. MARTIN, Pres.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
A new town was surveyed and laid out at Salt City last week, and as soon as the corner stones are set, lots will be offered for sale. We learn that a number of parties will invest, believing it will be a good speculation.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Last Monday being the day appointed for the funeral obsequies of our late President, James A. Garfield, the stores in this city were closed the latter half of the day, and services were held at 2 p.m., in the First Presbyterian Church.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Most of the fair sex in our city are decidedly against the introduction of the telephone. They don't like to have a fellow whispering in their ear with his mouth like Sheridan at Winchester, twenty miles away.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Dr. A. J. Chappel has been engaged to look after the interest of the Santa Fe Company at the depot at this place, while Mr. Ingersoll is rusticating in Colorado. The Doctor will probably continue to assist during the winter.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
The TRAVELER now has in press 25,000 posters, setting forth the advantages of Arkansas City and a list of its prominent citizens on one side and a full description of the Geuda Springs on the other. They will be distributed all over the East.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Mr. Brainard Goff started last Monday for Indiana and Illinois, where he expects to spend about a month visiting relatives and old-time friends. Mr. Goff has been somewhat sick of late, but we trust this trip will reinstate him in his usual good health.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
The driving of cattle from Texas to Kansas has almost been abandoned during the past two months on account of the scarcity of water and the range being nearly all burned off. There will be a large drive late in the fall, after grass gets a start again.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
Charles Parker, of Sac & Fox Agency, Indian Territory, spent several days of last week in town visiting the scene of his former labors.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
We learn that Rev. S. B. Fleming, the esteemed Pastor of the First Presbyterian congrega- tion, of this city, has lately received an offer of employment from abroad at a liberal advance upon the remuneration he now receives. We hope the Reverend may long stay with us, and trust our people will see that he loses nothing in any shape by his faithful adherence to the work he has commenced.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 28, 1881.
The sidewalks on Summit Street are in a disgraceful condition in places, and need immediate attention to make them safe for pedestrians. In 1874 the portions of wood side- walk we allude to were put down, and so far have done good service, but their day of usefulness has been past for some time. There are, in several places, holes large enough to step in, while in one place, on South Summit St., we believe some three planks are missing, creating a regular pitfall for the unwary. On Fifth Avenue one of the culvert stones has caved in, forming a large hole directly in the middle of the street. We respectfully call the attention of the proper officers to this matter, and look for a speedy repair of the defects either temporary or permanently.
["DOUBTFUL CITIZENS" - CHEROKEE NATION.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881. Editorial Page.
The Doubtful-Citizen Cherokees.
Conventions will soon be called by "doubtful citizens" in the Cherokee Nation, at an early date, for the purpose of ascertaining the number of people in the Nation who are classed under that head, and for selecting representatives to go before the Department of the Interior and advocate their claims. These people who are called doubtful citizens are Indians who are allowed no rights of franchise in the Nation. They claim that they should have equal rights with other citizens and there is no doubt but their disabilities will be removed at an early date. Cherokee Advocate.
[CHOCTAW INDIAN ACTIVITIES IN THE NATION.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881. Editorial Page.
Lieutenant Shoemaker, the officer in command of the company of U. S. soldiers, acting under the instructions of Indian Agent Tufts, in the Choctaw Nation, spent Sunday in the city. His company and a body of Indian militia under Gov. McCurtain, are going through the Nation issuing orders to all white settlers, who have not yet paid the license fee to the Choctaw authorities, to quit the country immediately. Much hardship will result therefrom we opine. Advocate.
[OPEN THE ARKANSAS RIVER TO KANSAS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881. Editorial Page.
Open the Arkansas River to Kansas.
The Little Rock and Fort Smith railroad cost $7,000,000. The Arkansas River, for $7,000,000, can be made navigable from its mouth to Arkansas City in Kansas at all seasons, and it would not cost half so much to keep the jetties in repair as to operate a railroad. Congress is beginning to see the necessity of keeping the navigable rivers of the Union open as a competition to railroad monopolies.
Now we can get the Arkansas River opened if we will only unite in an energetic effort. Experience proves that we need not rely on our congressional delegation in this or any other respect. We must act as a people through the public sentiment of the country.
To show how much we may do in this direction, we are permitted to publish a letter from the engineer corps of the United States, which will explain itself.
U. S. ENGINEER'S OFFICE, LITTLE ROCK, Aug. 5, 1881.
Hon. Wm. M. Fishback, Fort Smith, Arkansas.
DEAR SIR: Your letter of the 3rd inst., relating to the surplus products of the Arkansas Valley above Fort Smith, is at hand, and I have to express my thanks for the very valuable and useful information it contains.
If the engineers who are in charge of the various works of river and harbor improvements for which appropriations are made by congress could occasionally get such information as that contained in your letter, from reliable citizens of the locality effected by these works, much less difficulty, I believe, would be experienced in inducing congress to make the needful appropriations for carrying them on. Our greatest difficulty in making our annual reports is in getting statistical information of this character, showing the necessity for the improvements for which our estimates are made.
If you have no objections, I will send a copy of your letter to the chief of engineers as a part of my annual report, that forms a part of his, which is to be laid before congress at its next session. Very respectfully, TH. HANDBURT, Capt. Corps of Engineers, U. S. A.
Fort Smith Independent.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881. Editorial Page.
From The Transporter.
We are happy to state that Mr. Heimke has recovered from his illness and is now at his desk.
The entire command, dismounted, was reviewed and inspected on the 15th, Maj. Randall commanding.
Capt. Thompson's Co. G has been designated to escort Little Chief and his band North. We hope they will get off before the end of this month, as it used to be a little cool in Nebraska in Oct. and Nov.
Mary Sioux and more other girls can cut and make their own dresses, also mend the boy's shirts well. We know a great many white ladies cannot do thatcut and make their own dresses. When they want a new dress they send it to a dress maker.
Forty Agencies have Indian police forces organized. There are 162 officers and 653 privates. Its benefits, both as a means of maintaining order and as a moral influence upon the Indian tribes among whom it has been established are becoming apparent.
In the various Indian tribes over 2,000 freight wagons are employed. This results in substantial progress for the Indians and considerable saving for the Government. The plan was first put into successful operation by Agent Miles, in the autumn of 1876. So far as this agency is concerned Indian freighting is a complete success; and we hear very satisfactory reports from others who have tried the plan.
[AD: BERRY BROS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
J. K. BERRY THOS. BERRY A. A. BERRY
BERRY BROS.,
P. O. Pawnee Agency, Indian Territory.
Raisers and Dealers in
CATTLE, HORSES AND HOGS
Cattle Brand: Cross on right side and B on right hip.
Horse Brand: B on Left Shoulder.
[ILLUSTRATES A STEER AND A HORSE IN AD.]
Brands as above; any information of missing stock will be rewarded.
[Please Post.]
[PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
The Walnut river is on a boom.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Frank [?? CANNOT READ INITIAL ?] Wood returned from his Texas trip last week.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
The basement for M. Capron's residence is about completed.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
New Goods at Fitch & Barrons.
AD:
NEW GOODS AT YANKEE NOTION STORE.
BEST ASSORTED STOCK OF NOTIONS EVERY BROUGHT TO THE CITY.
LADIES, GENTS AND CHILDREN'S WINTER UNDER WEAR;
HOSE, KNIT GOODS AND NOTIONS OF EVERY DESCRIPTION.
WHITE
SEWING MACHINES,
BEING RECEIVED CONSTANTLY.
Please call and Inspect our Goods and Prices before purchasing elsewhere.
FITCH & BARRON,
The Old P. O. Building, West Side Summit St., Arkansas City, Kansas.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
BIRTH. Born on Wednesday, September 28th, 1881, to Mr. and Mrs. Gammill, a son.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
The blow of last Thursday did considerable damage to various parts of the county.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Mrs. and Mrs. Sherburne, of Ponca Agency, paid this city a flying visit last Friday.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Messrs. O'Grady and Bonsall are the surveyors engaged to lay out the Geuda townsite.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Corn is coming up in large quantities, and meets with ready sale at 50 cents per bushel.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
M. L. Bangs is now stationed at Moline, Kansas, with a survey corps of the A. T. & S. F. R. R.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Cattle men are in every day for supplies. It will soon be time to lay in all they want for winter.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Mr. A. W. Patterson and wife, who have resided during the summer in Missouri, have returned to the city.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
A well was sunk near Maple City a depth of about twenty feet, when it opened into a large cave with running water.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Mrs. J. I. Mitchell and family will shortly leave for Colorado. The residence property has been purchased by Mr. Gould.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
The Arkansas City House changed hands last Saturday. Messrs. Moore & Bell now have charge, and will, we believe, run a first-class house.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Maurice Vetter, one of our former b'hoys, but now of Durango, Colorado, has been visiting his many friends in this vicinity during the past week.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
The Cheyenne Indians buy chewing gum by the box. The squaws are especially fond of chewing it. Anything to keep their jaws going, you know.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
D. S. Burress and his son, Sam, sold all their cattle on the range, at Salt Fork, and will go to Texas this winter to contract for more to drive in the spring.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Under the law the County Commissioners are required to meet on the first Monday in January, April, July, and October. The last regular meeting was October 3rd.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Mr. A. Gillis met with quite a serious loss last Thursday, in that the wind blew down his sheep shed, which falling upon the animals, killed fifteen head out of his flock of fifty.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
A pony belonging to a Cheyenne Indian ran away and ran into a barbed wire fence, cutting its breast open to the bone. The animal was valued at $50 and was sold for $7.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
We were pleased to meet Mr. I. J. Frisbie, of Ponca Agency, while staying in our city. He was accompanied by Mrs. J. Wilson, now of Ponca, but formerly one of our citizens.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
The walls of the new Foundry, in the west part of town, are looming up and several door frames are already in position. A force of men are constantly at work upon the enterprise.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Miss Emma Hunt, a former pupil in our school, is in the city visiting her sister, Miss Susie. She will shortly leave for Texas, where she has accepted an engagement as a school teacher.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
The Comanche Indians have a number of buckskin strings attached to the heel of their moccasins that brushes over their footprints and obliterates their trail as they walk along.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Mr. J. G. Shelden and family arrived in the city last week and Mr. Shelden has taken charge of the business himself and will ever be found ready to accommodate his patrons. Read his specials and the Library "ad" in this issue.
AD:
THE LIBRARY.
You can get to read any or all of the Following Books at a cost, of ten cents each, at the Circulating Library:
The Monastery, The Abbot, Quentin Durward, Anne of Geurstein, Waverly, The Antiquary, Rob Roy, Old Morality, Ivanhoe, The Talisman, Fortunes of Nigel, The Pirate Heart of Mid Lothian, Woodstock, Tales of a Grandfather, Guy Mannering, Red Gauntlet, etc.
POEMS.
Shakespeare. Byron. Tennyson. Browning. Scott. Pope.
Mrs. Hemans. Bret Harte.
In addition to this we keep a good assortment of Papers, Magazines, Illustrated Papers, five, ten, fifteen and twenty cent Libraries, Novels and Song Books.
The best assortment of Stationery, Notions and Novelties, Confectionery, Cigars, Oranges, Lemons, Fruits, etc. Last, but not the least, are those Schooners of Lemonade.
Come and see me, at the Post office. J. G. SHELDEN.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Deputy McIntire came very near getting the steer that Woodruff stole from Deer Creek in the Indian Territory. He followed it to Grouse Creek, where it had been butchered, and got its tail. A tail hold is better than none at all.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
D. J. Kennedy, who has been absent in the vicinity of Emporia visiting relatives and friends, returned to the city last Saturday. He reported the storm of last Thursday night as very destructive in that neighborhood, both to life and property.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Jasper Houston returned from Cambridge, Ohio, last week, where he has been visiting friends and relatives. Jasper says they had no rain in Ohio for six weeks, which the Buckeyes thought to be a long time, but before he left plenty of rain fell.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
The dance on Grouse Creek last Friday night was a complete success, but we should judge from appearances that the one up the Arkansas River was a grand failure, and so badly disgusted one of our b'hoys that when he drove into town he mistook George Russell's peach orchard for McIntire's livery barn.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
The Cheyennes laid claim to several ponies that they happened to see while waiting in camp for their loads of flour. Three were claimed and taken, but the owners had them returned after considerable trouble. Agent Miles and the train master have repeatedly warned parties from buying of them, as in many cases the animals sold are not their own.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
The Masonic hall, of this city, has had added to its many other attractions, during the past week, a splendid new Brussels carpet, excellent in every way as to pattern, quality, and adaptability to the room and purpose for which it was purchased. This now gives the Masonic Order one of the best fitted, most commodious, and agreeable halls that we think can be found anywhere in this State, or of any other, either, for that matter.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Will Stewart, formerly one of the young farmers of Bolton Township, but of late a railroad conductor, on the Denver & Rio Grande railroad, made a flying visit last week to see his many friends at this place. Will runs from Suanista to Durango, Colorado, and has become one of the most trustworthy and popular conductors on the road. His uncle, Lode Hamilton, one of the best railway men that ever left Kansas, is superintendent of the road, and Morice Vetter, who used to fire on the branch here, has an engine of his own. Morice accompanied Will on the trip, and the two make as lively company as can be found anywhere.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
The Indians at Cheyenne Agency now own 241 wagons, which they use in freighting their supplies. Forty of these wagons were received by them at Arkansas City on their trip last week.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
We are getting to be quite a city anyway, as is proved by the fact that a dwelling house was burned down in the corporate limits last Sunday week and we heard nothing of the occurrence for several days.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Judge Torrance dismissed a juryman at El Dorado the other day, who stated that he was in the rebel army, and the Democrat, of that city, howls about it. The Judge did his duty under the constitution and laws of Kansas all the same. Sedan Times.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
A decision has been rendered by the United States authorities to the effect that the saw- mill, owned by non-citizens, and seized by the Cherokee Nation, has been confiscated to the benefit of the Cherokees, and that the order of confiscation extends to all logs cut or held by non-citizens.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
We call attention to the card of Mr. Alex. Cairns, in which he announces himself an independent candidate for the office of County Surveyor. Mr. Cairns is a farmer of Silverdale Township, a Republican, has had many year's experience in surveying, and has served a term of office both in Illinois and Missouri, all of which proves him fully competent to discharge the duties of the office he seeks. [COULD NOT FIND HIS CARD!]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
ERRATUM.
In speaking last week of the Sanitarium to be erected forthwith by Dr. Standiford, at the Geuda Springs, we made a misstatement as to the dimensions of the proposed structure, inasmuch as we did not give the full measurement by fully one half. The following are the facts, as we learn them from the Doctor himself.
"The Sanitarium, when completed, and it will be pushed to completion as rapidly as possible, will be thirty-six by forty-eight feet, three stories in height, and will be fitted throughout with all the medical appliances, baths, and everything that will in any way tend to enhance its success."
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
The Cowley County Horticultural Society will hold a regular meeting in Arkansas City on the first Thursday in November, at 10½ o'clock. Two lectures will be delivered, one at 2 o'clock p.m., and one in the evening at 7 p.m.
Fellow citizens, this is your opportunity for a great rally. Farmers, don't fail to come, your interests are deeply involved; let all who love the beautiful and useful come. The local committee on arrangements and entertainment will consist of Rev. L. F. Laverty, Rev. S. B. Fleming, Dr. Reed, Dr. Griffith, and Dr. Marsh. J. CAIRNS, Co. V. P. for the State.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
A FLASH.
During the storm of last Wednesday, the home of Christian Mummert, six miles east of town, on the cave springs farm, was struck by lightning but only slightly damaged. The peculiar circumstances about the occurrence, however, was the erratic course of the electric fluid and the miraculous escape of the inmates from instant death. In the first place, it seemed to traverse the stove pipe to the second joint and then went out through the floor, only, however, to circle around the dwelling two or three times and reenter through the floor at a point immediately under where Mrs. Mummert was sitting, severely shocking her, and tearing her shoes into shreds. A little girl, standing barefooted near her mother, had her feet somewhat burned and received a slight shock. We are glad to record, however, that no fatality attended the visitation, neither party being seriously injured, but their escape falls very little short of the miraculous.
[SNAG BOAT ON THE WAY: "WICHITA."]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
On the Way.
From a letter to the Schiffbauer Bros., of our city, from Capt. Thos. H. Handbury, of the corps of engineers, now stationed at Little Rock, Arkansas, under date of September 23rd, we clip the following.
"In the course of a few days, now, the new snag boat, `Wichita,' which has been built for service in the Arkansas River, between Fort Smith, Arkansas, and Wichita, Kansas, will set out from this place for her field of duty. In due time it is hoped that she will reach your city and open up a channel of commerce which will greatly benefit the merchants and farmers of your vicinity, as well as those on the river below."
The boat is under the command of Captain Joseph Evins, who will, upon his arrival here, take charge of the flat boats and other Government property left in the hands of Messrs. Schiffbauer last winter. We trust that the initial trip of the "Wichita" may be fruitful to good results, and her coming will be anxiously looked for from this time on.
[LIST OF LETTERS REMAINING AT THE POST OFFICE OCTOBER 1, 1881.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
List of letters remaining uncalled for in the post office at Arkansas City, Kansas, October 1st, 1881.
FIRST COLUMN: Blanchard, Frank; Barnett, Wm.; Bell, Miss Asenath; Baker, Wm. D.; Copley, Clarence; Crawford, Rev. G. W.; Goodrich, E.; Gross, Gary; Hanby, Wm. N.; Harnes, Wm.; Hamilton, J. H.; Hamilton, John; Hollingsworth, J. W.; Hunt, Amanda M.; Johnson, Wm. H.; Jordan, A. J.; Jones, I H.
SECOND COLUMN: Linch, Leander; Mills, J. D.; Margot, David; Roberts, Ira B.; Rodman, Miss Eliza; Purcell, Lilly; Rodman, Mrs.; Squires, Divaney; Smith, Mabel E.; Snay, William; Stella, Mrs.; Sidler, Rufus; Sheppard, Boone; Smith, Amanda J.; Stafford, Malinda; Tolle, A. O.; Trout, Emily; Talbott, V. W.
Parties calling for any of the above named letters, please say "advertised."
J. C. TOPLIFF, P. M.
[WEDDING BELLS AT PONCA AGENCY.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Wedding Bells at Ponca Agency.
We are often told that "the good times are coming," and we really begin to believe it, for every now and again some of them, like angelic visitors, or peripatetic book-peddlers, pop in and make us happy. It was our privilege to participate in one of these peculiar pleasant occasions a few days ago at Ponca Agency, Indian Territory.
It seems that on September 24th, ten years ago, Dr. and Mrs. Minthorn were married, and both being high esteemed by the good people of Ponca, and Nez Perceto whom he ministers in medical thingsit was suggested that the tenth anniversary of that happy event should be celebrated by a general jollification, and the musical tin tin abulation of a tin wedding. So preparations were made, invitations sent out, and at 3 p.m., of the 24th, about seventy well pleased guests were gathered in and around the Doctor's house.
Among them were U. S. Indian Inspector Pollock, Agent Miles and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Edmonson, of Osage, Mr. and Mrs. Kellar and daughter, of Kaw, Rev. R. B. Lawyer and wife, Mr. James Reuben, Chief Huses Kute and wife, from Nez Perces, together with the Agent, missionary, principal Chiefs, and all the employees and families at Ponca, making altogether, a pleasing picture as they strolled over the lawn, or collected in groups, chatting and making themselves generally agreeable. The bride and bridegroom, decorated in artistically designed tin ornaments that caught and reflected the rays of the setting sun, mingled in the merry crowd and received the congratulations of their friends with becoming bashfulness.
After partaking of a repast that for get up, elegance, and quality reflected the highest credit on the ladies of Ponca, the bridal presents were arranged in order and the guests invited to look at them. At first sight it seemed as if we had stepped into a Ponca branch of Charlie Sipes' tin store, or that the Doctor had serious intentions of competing with our worthy trade in the tin department, for everything was there, from a tin whistle, to the most costly article usually to be found in a well assorted stock of tinware.
After a few hours of delightful social intercourse, the company separated, with many hearty wishes for the future welfare of our worthy friends, and a hope that when their golden wedding comes round we may be there to see. J. W.
[PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Throughout the entire South West and Mexico the enquiry for young cattle for next spring's drive, and for the cattle for our home market is general. Prices have advanced everywhere until, in most localities, buyers have quit trying to make contracts, and will wait further developments. We cannot quote one and two year old cattle, they range from $8.50 @ $10 for yearlings, and from $10.50 @ $12 for two year olds. She cattle higher than steer cattle. No she cattle selling even at fancy prices. Fort Worth Live Stock Journal.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Chiefs Joseph and Yellow Bull came up again last week to trade Indian goods for eatables. The Nez Perce Indians have almost stopped the glove trade for our merchants, by the gloves of their own make. During the past year they have disposed of more than one thousand pair of gloves, besides moccasins and numerous other Indian trinkets. This tribe is especially energetic and are fast learning the ways of the white man. A large quantity of seed wheat was issued to them at Ponca Agency, and they will be busy during the next ten days putting it in the ground.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
Brother Eaton, of the Transporter, has tried his hand at original criticism, and a fellow publisher slaps it to him somewhat brusquely, we guess. Hear the following.
Sometime ago we published an item criticizing the policy of systematizing Indian languages. The gist of our criticism was that, as language has so much to do with the civilization of a people, it is the part of wisdom to teach our Indians English, a language both strong and permanent. "Iapi Oaye," a paper published for the Dakota Mission, and printed mostly in an excuse for a language that looks something like Russian on a drunk, expresses its disapproval of our views by politely calling us a fool, a greenbacker, and a materialist. We will say for the benefit of this saintly idiot that when a newspaper, not a mere church advertising organ, wishes to discuss the matter with us, we will do what we can to substantiate our views, but we do not care to reason with one who is too conceited to be enlightened. Bigotry is not less contemptible because it wears the livery of Christianity, and we will be slow to give it more respect than it deserves.
[SOME BUSINESS LOCALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
STOLEN.
From my stable, in Arkansas City, on Tuesday, Sept. 27th, 1881, one 4 year old black pony, hind feet white and several splints on the fore legs. A reward will be paid for recovery of the same. L. F. LAVERTY.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 5, 1881.
DR. W. F. STANDIFORD,
who has had ten year's experience in the treatment of chronic diseases, will make his headquarters at the City Hotel, in Arkansas City, until his Sanitarium is completed at Geuda Springs. He will be pleased to consult and advise any who wish to visit the Springs for treatment.
[KANSAS NEWS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881. Front Page.
KANSAS NEWS.
Arkansas City is to have a foundry and lock factory.
A new railroad round house is being built at Newton.
The fifth annual meeting of the state horticultural society will meet in Lawrence on Tuesday, December 6, 1881.
[SKIPPED: Article re selection of officers at a meeting of Old Soldiers in Winfield Courthouse October 8, 1881. Think this was covered by Courier.]
[PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Mr. Samuel Hoyt is once more in the city.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Miss Pickering is teaching the school in District 34.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
The walls of the new foundry are up about six feet.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
James Ridenour is in Topeka on I. O. O. F. business.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
G. Mott will run a feed stable at Ekel's old stand.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Rev. J. Wilson returned from the Synod yesterday.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
A public drive has been laid out on the Geuda town site.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Geo. Howard returned from Maine yesterday. He looks well.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
The advance of the Otoe band passed through town last evening.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Dwelling houses going up to the right, to the left, and all around us.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Dan Sifford is putting a neat addition to his residence on Central Avenue.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Capt. C. M. Scott is busily engaged looking after his stock interests these days.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
To the anxious inquiry for a house to rent, we are compelled to say "nary one in town."
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
New stoves at C. R. Sipes'. He has received a large lot, but first come first served, you know.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Grandma Hartsock accompanied her son, Jasper, and family, as they started to Colorado last week.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Ed. Horn has rented and will henceforth pound iron at Parker's blacksmith shop, on South Summit Street.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
BIRTH. Born to Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Guthrie, of Bolton Township, on Wednesday last, October 5th, 1881, a son.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Ben Matlack of Hunnewell, came over to church last Sunday, and of course shook his many friends all round.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
By reading Capt. Nipp's letter, from Kentucky, you will see that Kansas is a right good place to live in after all.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Cal. Swarts and W. B. Skinner are playing the role of jurors at the U. S. Court now in session at Leavenworth.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Mr. and Mrs. S. B. Fleming wish the donors to accept their thanks for the handsome present they received recently.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Wheat is selling from $1.10 to $1.20 per bushel; corn from 45 to 50 cents, per bushel; potatoes $2.00 per bushel; and sweet potatoes at $2.75 per bushel.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
A fire occurred on the banks of the Arkansas River last Saturday night, the tent was burned, and it is presumed the birds flew away.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Mrs. T. C. Bird left on yesterday's train for Iowa, her former home, where she intends to make an extended visit amongst relatives and friends.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Mr. Daniels has transported his blacksmith shop from Hunnewell, and is putting it up on the lots just south of Beecher & Son's carpenter shop.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Mr. Q. M. Bixler, one of Salt City's enterprising merchants, was in town on Monday last.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Mr. O'Grady has been appointed architect for the Sanatarium at the Geuda Springs. As he thoroughly understands his business, he will do himself proud thereon.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
The mails for Kaw and Osage Agencies now leave Tuesday and Friday mornings instead of Wednesdays and Thursdays, this place now being the head of the route.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Harry Bahntge was fined $100 and costs for selling liquor in his billiard saloon at the Brettun House, on Monday. Harry waltzed up and paid it like a little man. And still they keep gathering them in. Courier.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Dr. Standiford informs us that his Sanatarium will be constructed entirely of stone, and he expects to have it completed just as soon as energy and money can accomplish it. Good.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Some twenty-five Pottawatomie Indians and suite passed through the city last Saturday and Sunday, on their way to their reservation in the Territory. They had been up north to testify in a case pertaining to matters concerning their tribe.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Lieut. Shoemaker, in command of a part of company F, U. S. troops, was in the city last Friday. The Lieutenant is acting under orders from the Indian Agent at Muskogee, and is engaged in putting in force the recent regulations with reference to the payment of tax to the Cherokee Indians. As we understand it now "no pay tax, no stay."
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
The United States Government has fixed the following value on silver coins with holes in them: Dollars, sixty-five cents; half-dollars, thirty-five cents; quarter-dollars, fifteen cents; dimes, five cents; five, four cents. These values are placed upon coins so punched with a view to calling in and stopping the unlawful practice of "mutilating" silver money of the United States.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
The position of teacher in the Pawnee Boarding School has been accepted by D. P. Marshall, of West Bolton, and that of assistant matron offered to Mrs. Marshall. Mr. and Mrs. Marshall are warmhearted Christians, and will doubtless have an elevating influence on the Pawnee children entrusted to their teaching and watchful superintendence.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Mr. and Mrs. John B. Walker, of Monmouth, Illinois, arrived in the city last week, upon a visit to their relatives and friends. We hope the Fates may decide them to take up their abode permanently with us.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
The erection of a new brick residence is now under consideration by one of our most likely young bachelors, but whether it is intended for rent oror something elseis more than we can tell at present.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Miss May Benedict and Miss Linda Christian are both teaching school east of the Walnut for the winter term. The former has charge of the Parker School and the latter the school in the Baldwin district.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
TO THE GREENBACKERS.
The Greenbackers of Creswell Township are requested to meet at Arkansas City, Saturday, Oct. 15th, at 7 p.m., for the purpose of making arrangements for the campaign.
F. M. PEEK.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Messrs. Blair & Williamson have recently purchased, from Malaley, of Pond Creek, some 2,500 fine cattle. They will hold them in the vicinity of Pond Creek. These gentlemen thoroughly understand the stock business, as their success hitherto attests.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Mr. and Mrs. N. R. Baker and son, of Topeka, and Mrs. Carico and daughter, of Colorado, are visiting friends in this vicinity. They are now camping out in the neighborhood of Geuda Springs, which is one of the best places we know of either for a pleasure or health resort.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Mr. J. E. Allen made affidavit Wednesday that Col. Robinson had disturbed his peace and quiet by uttering a profane expression in his presence. The Colonel was promptly brought before His Honor, Judge Tansey, and fined two dollars and costs. John was very much shocked at hearing such language. This is funny bythunder! Courier.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
We had the pleasure of meeting the Rev. Clinton Riddle on Monday last. Mr. Riddle will take charge of the pastorate of the U. P. congregation of this city, and informs us there will be preaching both morning and evening of each Sabbath at 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sabbath School will be held at the close of the morning services.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Hon. J. K. Hudson has resigned the position of Secretary of the Kansas State Board of Agriculture, and the vacant office was filled by the unanimous election of F. D. Coburn. We have no doubt this gentleman will do all in his power to further the good work that is being done by the Kansas State Board of Agriculture.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
We received a short, but pleasant, call from Mr. John Blair, of Caldwell, last Friday. In the good old days, John was one of the b'hoys around town, and if our memory serves us right, the TRAVELER and he have had one or two times together, both in this city, and during the militia campaign of 1874. Call again.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
An impromptu dance was held by the young folks at the Central Avenue last Monday night, which was well attended and an altogether jolly good time had. We hope to record many similar meetings during the coming winter season.
Since writing the above, we learn that the dance was gotten up in honor of Misses Mattie and Emma Mitchell, who leave for Colorado this week.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
MARRIED.
NEWMANHORN. Married at the residence of the bride's parents, in Creswell Township, on Tuesday evening, Oct. 4th, 1881, by Esquire Bonsall, Mr. John Newman and Miss Della Horn, both of this city.
The young couple, who have been long and favorably known in this community, have the hearty wishes of their many friends for a long life of wedded happiness.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
DIED. The fuss between Ed. Crow and Bush, at Walker's Ranch, Indian Territory, some two weeks since, in which Crow struck Bush on the head with a revolver, resulted in the latter's death one day last week. Messrs. Shenneman and Geo. McIntire went after the murderer and returned with him last Friday. He gave himself up, and as we hear the report his plea of self-defense will relieve him of all responsibility from the fatal effects of the blow.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
The sixteenth annual convention of the State Sunday-School Association of Kansas will be held at Emporia on October 11th, 12th, and 13th, 1881. Every preparation has been made, by the citizens of Emporia, for the accommodation of visitors, and a Tabernacle capable of seating 6,000 people has been erected. Gov. St. John and many of the most eloquent and distinguished ministers and teachers of Kansas will be present and address the Convention. All interested in Sunday School work are invited to be present. The R. R. Co's. gives special rates. Messrs. Mowry and Blakeney are the delegates from this city.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
A Valuable Present.
About a month ago Mr. James Wilson, Missionary at Ponca, was requested by Agent Bowman to assume the duties of teacher in the Pawnee Indian Boarding School until a permanent teacher could be secured. Mr. Wilson consented, and has been assisting Miss Bowman during the week and returning to Ponca on Friday evenings. On one of his recent return trips from Pawnee, his horse sickened and died. Last Saturday morning as he was about to start from Pawnee, to resume his duties at Ponca, Maj. Bowman stepped up and informed him, that having understood that the Ponca Missionary was very fond of collecting specimens of grass, and inasmuch as "all flesh is grass," he had been requested by the Pawnee employees to present him with a specimen of Pawnee grass, pointing to a very handsome pony that they wished him to keep as a token of their kindly feelings toward him as a gentleman and minister of the gospel.
Mr. Wilson, very much taken back by this unexpected and valuable present, could only return them his warmest thanks, and assure them, through their large hearted Agent, that this new specimen of grassgenus equiswas highly appreciated, and would be classified and carefully kept in remembrance of their kindness as equisetum Pawnees.
We understand that the Indian Pony presented to Mr. Wilson is the very best that could be found in the tribe, and will doubtless be quite valuable to him in his missionary work among the Ponca and Nez Perce tribes.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
THE UNITED PRESBYTERIAN PRESBYTERY OF ARKANSAS VALLEY.
The above named Presbytery met at Sunnydale, in Sedgwick County, on the 1st inst., and was constituted in the usual form by the moderatorthe undersigned.
Five ministers and five ruling elders were present. The meeting was harmonious and pleasant. The principal business transacted was the disposition of the resignation of the pastoral charge of the U. P. Congregation of this place. As Brother McClenahan had notified his congregation sometime previous to the meeting of Presbytery, and as the congregation had held a meeting to consider his reasons for his intended resignation, and had acquiesced in his wish in this matter, the Presbytery without much discussion granted his request. While the congregation did not remonstrate against the dissolution of the pastoral relation, they passed resolutions expressive of their appreciation of his piety, diligence, and success among them for nearly four years.
Rev. Clinton Riddle, a young man of good promise, is to supply the vacant pulpit for the present quarter of the year, so that public services may be expected in the U. P. church as usual.
It is the custom in our church for the retiring moderator, at the end of the term for which he is elected, to open with a sermon, the meeting at which his term of office expires. The undersigned, by order of presbytery, is to preach a discourse on the observance of the Sabbath, at 10 a.m., on the third Wednesday of March, next, in Stirling, Rice County, Kansas. A conference on Sabbath Schools is to be held at the same time and place.
A special meeting of presbytery was appointed to be held in the Chikaskia congregation, in Sumner County, to transact some business relating to that congregation, on the first Monday of November, at 11 a.m. Rev. E. C. Cooper, of Reno County, was appointed Superintendent of Missions and Sabbath Schools in place of Rev. R. S. McClenahan, resigned. DAVID THOMPSON.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Report of senior department of Arkansas City High School, for first month, of those who did not communicate without permission, and whose absences and tardiness were excused.
Charley Randall, James Robinson, Frank Theaker, Frank Barnett, Horace Vaughn, Jessie Norton, Jessie Finley, Cora French, Lula Walton, Ella Mann, Alto Maxwell, Flora Gould, Hattie Hand, George Beech, Mollie Christian, Etta Barnett.
INTERMEDIATE DEPARTMENT. The following were neither absent nor tardy during the past month.
Hattie Franey, Annie Speers, Archie Coombs, Ella Hoyt, Emma Redden, Sarah Hill, Arthur Coombs, Johnnie Garris, Nettie Johnson, Libbie Fouke.
JENNIE PETERSON, teacher.
[COMMUNICATION FROM J. B. NIPPKENTUCKY.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
Communicated.
ASHLAND, Boyd Co., Ky., September 30th, 1881.
Ed. Traveler:
A trip to my old Kentucky home is one of pleasure and surprise.
Many changes have taken place since I left here eleven years ago. Little boys and girls have grown up to be men and women, and many other events have taken place, entirely changing the aspect of the town from what I remember it in the days gone by.
Ashland, which was my old home, has grown and improved very much. Many large furnaces, rolling mills, smelters, and nail works have gone up since I left, making everything look strange to me. In fact, it is a live manufacturing town, and a railroad center.
I have met with many friends and old acquaintances since I arrived here, who greet me with much kindness and make many enquiries regarding my western home, all of which I take pleasure in answering, at the same time giving them Horace Greeley's advice"go west and grow up with the country."
On my way here I saw many desolate looking corn crops. The southern portion of Illinois and Indiana are almost entirely a failure in corn, and their pastures are so badly dried up that their stock is all very poor, and look as though they had just went through a hard winter.
Many miles of fence have been destroyed by fire through that country, owing to the terrible dry weather, and its catching from the sparks from the locomotives as they pass along.
Kentucky also has very light crops, and stock of all kinds are very low in price.
Yours respectfully, J. B. NIPP.
[BOLTON TOWNSHIP: GRIST MILL.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
BOLTON TOWNSHIP.
The citizens of this township have resolved to free themselves from the thirty-three and one-third percent, which they have always had to pay the millers for grinding. They propose to vote bonds sufficient to assist in putting up a good grist mill, that will grind for one- eighth, as they do in States that wish to live and let live. The mill site and water power in East Bolton is a splendid one, being a cheap and heavy power. Mr. O'Grady, the surveyor and civil engineer, who has just surveyed and leveled the canal, says there is over eleven feet fall without any dam. Good for our side.
[SOME BUSINESS LOCALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
FOR SALE.
160 acres of land two miles west of Arkansas City. Well improved, good Stone House, Stone Stable and Granary, two wells of good water, hog lot and corral in fence, ten acres in Bearing Orchard, 350 apples trees and 600 peach, cherry, and plum trees; 120 acres in cultivation (20 in wheat) and over one mile in Hedge. Farm can be bought on five years time at 12 percent interest. For further particulars, call on, or address
JOHN W. BROWN, Arkansas City, Cowley Co., Kas.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
We will sell you Good, all wool Jeans cheaper than any house in the State of Kansas.
A. A. Newman & Co.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
FOR SALE.
Store House and stock of Dry Goods and Groceries (or Dry Goods without Groceries), situated in the best locality in the West, and the best location in the city. A grand opening for someone. For further particulars, inquire at this office or at the Creswell Bank.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
FOR SALE CHEAP.
A four roomed house and three lots, fenced, with good well, in the west part of town. Inquire at this office.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 12, 1881.
SALT CITY SALT,
Best in the world for Cattle, and curing meats, at $2.50 per barrel at Schiffbauer Bro's.
[STRANGE CREATURE IN AREA OF GEUDA SPRINGS AND SALT CITY.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
Keep an Eye on Him.
There is an old man with a very bad countenance prowling around here, of whom the inquiry is again and again made: "Who is he?" and "what is he up to?" Every now and then rumors reach us from afar off, which if they do not tell us who he is, give a pretty good idea of what he is probably trying to do. The first sight of him arouses a suspicion which every rumor confirms. This merciless old sinner seems to make it his general business to prey upon the mistakes and misfortunes of his fellow man. He worms around the dusty records of the past, hunts up flaws in old titles that honest men and innocent purchasers may have to their homes, buys the claim, whatever it may be, for a mere trifle, and deliberately goes to work to financially ruin the equitable owner of the premises and turn him out from his home and fireside. His later actions indicate that when he can't find a flaw in a title, he does not hesitate to try to make one, or to create some kind of a dispute out of which he may make some money. Such a man is, in our opinion, meaner than a sneak thief, and far more contemptible. Such appear to be the characteristics of the strange old creature, who is now plying his favorite trade in the neighborhood of Salt City and Geuda Springs.
This old simpleton is now trying to run a line, which, were it possible to adopt, would put Geuda Springs on the quarter section west, changing the title to most of the buildings in Salt City, as well as changing the lines to many of the farms in Bolton and Walton townships for two or three miles on either side of the county line, and wrest thousands of dollars of improvements from the parties who have made and now own them.
You ask what business has he there? None whatever. He does not, we believe, even claim to own a foot of land, or one dollar's worth of improvements in that vicinity. He probably imagines that he can scare Bob Mitchell and the citizens of Salt City into paying him some money to desist from annoying them. He has probably heard that the survey lines are more or less crooked, which may all be true, for there are but very few lines, either in Cowley or Sumner counties, that are straight for a distance of four consecutive miles; in fact, many of them are as crooked as a worm fence, but still they are Government lines, were so made by the Government surveyors, and there is no power to change them now, even if a desire existed (which it does not) among the owners generally that they should be so changed. In fact, we understand a severe penalty is attached to moving Government corners. We have taken the trouble to inquire into this affair as much as possible, and find the people are united in the opinion that the county line is correct as now laid out, and that the same has been surveyed by Orville Smith, a former County Surveyor of Sumner County, an ex-Government surveyor, thoroughly proficient in his profession, and one of the most honest men we know of. Several persons still reside in the vicinity who were present at the time the lines were run by the Government surveyors, and one of the parties who helped make the Government survey is still a resident in that neighborhood. All these are a unit in saying the corners are still where they were put by the Government surveyors. Such being the case, we think the owners need give themselves no uneasiness on account of any blackmailing scheme that may be set on foot in this or any other manner.
Some of the Salt City people think that there are one or two other parties who have been induced to wink approvingly at this scheme, at least until they saw the odium with which the proceeding was regarded by the people at large. The object sought was to prevent the erection of buildings at Salt City and Geuda Springs, and raising a question as to the lines seemed the most ready way to gain that end. We hardly believe such to be the case, as we doubt whether Cowley or Sumner possesses a citizen mean enough to stoop to such a contemptible trick.
What kind of a critter one must be, who, without having any interest at stake himself, or any good reason for it, will deliberately try to injure a whole community, is beyond our comprehension, and how long a law abiding people will patiently submit to such scoundrelism is also a question. If there is not, there ought to be, a law that would give the man who attempts to perpetrate such a villainous outrage a good long term in the penitentiary. Mob law is never justifiable, and we hope will never be resorted to in this section, but if that old man ever disturbs a Government corner in this State, we are in favor of giving him all that the law will allow.
We understand this man claims to live in Chicago. He is about six feet in height, light complexion, weighs probably some 300 pounds, and goes by the name of Palmer here.
We do not anticipate anyone hereabouts will be scared into paying him anything on account of this trick, but we deem it advisable to apprise other communities of his mode of obtaining money so they may be prepared to checkmate his little game. If we are any hand at reading the signs of the times as interpreted by the light in which this fellow's maneuvers are viewed by the residents of Salt City and vicinity, we think an immediate trip to Chicago, bag and baggage, would be far more conducive to the general health of this old busybody than a longer sojourn at Geuda Springs. Take our advice, skip to a clime which knows you not, mend your dissipated ways, try to earn an honest living, and you will feel better and be more respected by your neighbors.
Pass him around.
[FROM THE COURIER.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
From the Courier.
Mr. J. F. McMullen, a brother of the Colonel's, has opened a law office on Ninth avenue. He moved an immense safe into it Saturday.
Joe Houston spent several days of last week in the city. Joe's defense of Theodore Miller, in which he secured the acquittal of his client, has been a big card for him.
Trouble is brewing at Geuda Springs. One Col. Parmer, who travels over the country looking up old Indian claims and indulging in other various and multitudinous little schemes, has discovered that the line between Sumner and Cowley is crooked; and seeing a chance to raise a question as to the location of the springs and perhaps get a little slice himself, has put a corps of engineers at work surveying. They have about completed the line, which is said to throw the springs into Sumner County.
There is likely to be some fun over this matter, and we opine that it will not be as healthy a thing for the Colonel as dabbling in Indian claims. The people round about are satisfied with the present location of the line, and will not certainly allow the permanency of their homesteads to be disturbed.
[NUMBER OF INDIANS IN INDIAN TERRITORY.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881. Editorial Page.
Major Ingalls says that there are, in the Indian Territory, from 70,000 or 80,000 Indians, of whom 55,000 are embraced in five tribes, and 15,000 are called wild Indians.
The 55,000 support themselves by agriculture; their government allowance is expended for schoolhouses and the maintenance of school administration; and 11,000 are communi cants in churches. He reports, also, the Christian Indians are sending native preachers among the Sioux and Arapahos.
[MANUFACTURING SCHOOL FURNITURE: CANAL COMPANY.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881. Editorial Page.
Mr. McKenley, at present a resident of Wellington, was in the city last week and concluded arrangements with the Canal Company for a 40 horse power to be used in manufacturing school furniture, etc. This is one more step in the direction toward making Arkansas City a manufacturing point. We will give further particulars next week.
[PERSONALS - APPEARING ON EDITORIAL PAGE.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
We had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Hassard, of the firm of Hassard Brothers, the well known sheep firm of southwestern Kansas, on Saturday last. Mr. Hassard informed us he had some bargains yet for sale in sheep, and so advertised in this issue.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
Mr. J. E. Miller, our popular conductor, took charge of his train again last Monday, after having spent a week recuperating in the pure air of the country. We are glad to see him at his post again, and trust his health is permanently benefited by the lay off.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
The Whiting Bros., of Winfield, are running the best meat market in the Hub, and conduct their business in a style that ensures success. While in Winfield last week, we purchased a joint of as fine mutton as one could wish to eat, and only paid 10 cents per pound for it too.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
The longest deed on record in Cowley County is that of James S. Hunt, County Clerk, to C. M. Scott for 90 lots in Arkansas City, which covered forty-two pages of the record book, and embraces 13,734 words. It cost nearly fifty dollars to have the deed written and recorded. The most lengthy mortgage is on the Gould railroad.
[GOULD IN THE TERRITORY.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881. Editorial Page.
Gould in the Territory.
The following special appears in the Globe-Democrat of the 6th inst. Our readers can draw their own conclusions from it but to us it seems that a war is about to open between the various railroad companies in regard to building through the Territory.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, Oct. 5. A telegram from the Indian Territory says that considerable feeling is being manifested among the Creek and Cherokee Indians, owing to the effort which Jay Gould is making to secure the right of way for a railroad running east and west through the Cherokee and Creek Nations. The Councils of these nations have the power to grant the privileges asked for, and a strong pressure is being brought to bear to induce them to do so. The Cherokee Council meets the first Monday in November, when immediate steps will be taken for the introduction and passage of some such measure. A. A. Talmage is managing Gould's interest in the matter, and has written to the members of the Council and to all the prominent Indians in the nations named, setting forth the wishes of the railway company and the advantages to the country of the proposed road. There is, however, no little opposition to granting the right of way, many leading Indians holding that such a step would be the entering wedge for the future dismemberment of the Indian country. It is doubtful, therefore, whether the Indians will permit the road to be built, as the antagonism toward it appears to be growing in strength and bitterness. The projected road would give Gould almost absolute control of the trade of the Southwest, and place the St. Louis & San Francisco company, and other roads which are now striving for the trade of that section, completely at Gould's mercy.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
Murder of James Riely by Thomas J. Armstrong.
"On last Monday evening about half past 8 o'clock our city was the scene of one of the most outrageous and cold blooded murders ever perpetrated, a deed of blood of the most damnable stripe, and costing the life of James Riely, one of our merchants, at the hands of Thomas J. Armstrong, a well, but not favorably known, loafer in these parts for the past ten years.
"The circumstances leading to the committal of the tragedy, as near as can be ascertained, are as follows.
"James Riely was the owner of a race horse, and the stakes had been put up for a race to take place, somewhere south of this city, on Monday last, which came off and resulted in Riely's horse losing the race. Considerable excitement prevailed among the parties attending, and was in no wise abated by the liberal supplies of whiskey which was evidently at the command of the crowd. A dispute occurred between Armstrong and Riely during the day, and it is reported that the murderer threatened to shoot his victim before sunset. However that may be, no serious disturbance occurred, and a number of persons, more or less under the influence of liquor, were gathered in the deceased's drug store during the evening, discussing the events of the day. Words ran high but no violence resulted until James Riely announced his desire to close the store, to which some of those present, it appears, objected and Riely pushed one or two from the store on the sidewalk, then a sort of a free scuffle took place, in which Armstrong figured prominently, and in the melee drew his six shooter and fired at Riely, who with the ejaculation, `Boys, he has killed me,' sank to the ground and almost instantly expired. The body was carried by several of the witnesses of the tragedy into the store, where an inquest was held and a verdict of murder against Armstrong rendered.
"Immediately after firing the fatal shot, Armstrong darted into the darkness, and although large numbers of our citizens turned out in search of him, he has succeeded, at this writing, in eluding his pursuers. We understand that Mr. Riely is a married man, but has been living apart from his wife for several years. The murderer, Armstrong, has lived in this vicinity for years and is known as a quarrelsome fellow, especially when under the influence of liquor, but no one gave him credit for being the ruffian he has shown himself.
"A. T. Shenneman came down from Winfield yesterday morning and issued the following notice which has been widely distributed.
ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS REWARD
will be paid for the arrest of Thomas J. Armstrong, who killed James Riely, at Arkansas City, Kansas, on October 17th, 1881. Armstrong's age is 30 to 35; height 5 feet 10 or 11 inches; weight 170 pounds; light or florid complected; bald on top of head; first finger of right hand off at first joint and finger curled under; prominent upper teeth; has a snaggle tooth mouth; slight scar on right cheek. Had on, when he left, a heavy blue overcoat, broad rim white hat with black band, light pants, and a dark under coat.
"I will guarantee one hundred dollars and endeavor to get the Governor to offer a State reward of $500. A. T. Shenneman, Sheriff, Cowley County, Kansas.
"LATEST. A telegram from Hugh Riely, of Brimfield, Illinois, desires that the body be held till he arrives, which cannot be until Thursday next upon which day the funeral will probably be held.
"Just before going to press, A. T. Shenneman and posse arrived in town, bringing with them Armstrong, whom they captured on Grouse, on the place of T. Robinson. When he saw himself surrounded, the murderer gave himself up to the officers, who at once brought him to the city where, after having taken a look at the victim, he was placed in a buggy and by this time we presume is safe in the Winfield jail."
[PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
Look out for Al. Horn's new "ad."
AD:
AL. HORN,
MANUFACTURER & DEALER IN
Boots, Shoes and Rubbers,
HAS THE LARGEST STOCK OF
FALL AND WINTER G O O D S
HE EVER HAD, AND GUARANTEES PRICES THE
LOWEST IN THE CITY.
It will pay you to give me a call, and get Good Goods, and thus save Money.
LEATHER AND FINDINGS
FOR SALE.
Sign of the "Big Boot."
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
Belle Plaine is to have water works.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
R. E. Grubbs is running a corn mill.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
Read Curns & Manser's new card in this issue.
NOTICE:
MONEY TO LOAN.
On improved farms, on long or short time, at a lower rate of interest than ever before loaded in this county. Curns & Manser, Winfield, Kans.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
We call attention to the sheep notice of the Winfield Bank in this issue.
AD: MERINO RAMS. 150 Thoroughbred Merino Rams for sale at the farm of J. H. Conk- right, three miles southeast of Winfield. Inquire at the Winfield Bank.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
Several parties were here this week from the eastern States to buy farms.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
M. J. Capron has sold his present residence to Mr. L. H. Teets, of Douglass.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
Mrs. B. W. Sherburne arrived in the city last Saturday from Winnegance, Maine.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
Mr. Buzzi, in Bolton Township, has put the other half on his stone house. It is now one of the best farm houses in the county.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
Mrs. Charles Schiffbauer returned from Kansas City last Saturday. We are pleased to learn her father has recovered his health.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
Abe Steinberger, of the Courant, has purchased the Winfield Telegram of Chas. Black for $4,500, and will conduct it as a Republican paper hereafter.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
MARRIED. Married at the residence of the bride's father, in this city, Sabbath the 16th inst., by Rev. Laverty, Mr. Richard R. H. McGinnis and Miss Lucinda Hand.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
The colored barber, Greene, of Winfield, was down last week endeavoring to rent a room to be used as a barber shop. Not a vacant room could be found in town.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
On the 24th of this month, Messrs. Scott and Topliff will have a car of fine Merino rams and ewes from Harrison Co., Ohio. They will sell a part of the carload.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
Mr. A. Gridley, for many years a resident of Oxford, Sumner County, has located in Winfield, and purchased the drug business formerly owned by T. K. Johnson.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
"Antwine," a half blood Ponca Indian, was up from the Agency last week to sell his ponies. He succeeded in selling three at $15, $10, and $5; two were yearling colts.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
Dr. C. Perry started for this city last Monday to superintend the erection of the cottages at Geuda Springs. Five of these residences were shipped from Chicago on the 13th inst.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
We had the pleasure of meeting Col. P. B. Hunt, Indian Agent at Anadarko, Indian Territory, last week. The Col. has been in the Indian service for a number of years, and is extremely well liked by the Indians, whose interests are committed to his keeping.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
The race of one quarter mile between Riely's stallion and the sorrel horse from Missouri, took place in the Territory, about seven miles southwest of Arkansas City, last Monday, resulting in favor of the Missouri horse. Riely's horse flew the track, and the race was run again when he flew the track a second time.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
Taxing Stock in the Indian Territory.
Caldwell, October 14. There is great excitement here, and all over the Cherokee strip today. The strip extends from where the Arkansas River strikes the Indian Territory, to the Panhandle of Texas, and is 57½ miles wide. On this it is estimated there are 300,000 head of cattle on which the Indians levy a tax of one dollar per head, they having that right according to the decision of the Department at Washington. About one-half of these cattle have paid the tax, the owners of the other half refuse to do so. Indian Agent Tufts, with United States soldiers, leave here today to drive the cattle off the strip. Many owners of cattle, this morning and yesterday, offered to pay the tax, but were told it was too late. The Agent says, not only that the Indians will not receive the tax of those who have heretofore refused to pay, but that these recalcitrant men will not in the future be allowed to herd their cattle on the Cherokee strip.
The cattle now on the strip are not in a condition to ship to market, and as they cannot be driven to the south on the Indian reservations nor to the north, because of the law of Kansas, the owners are forced to sell them at such prices as they can get for them. These cattle are actually worth $15 per head on an average, or an aggregate of $1,500,000.
Cattle buyers who have heretofore paid the taxes enforced by the Cherokees, will be allowed, if they purchase these, to keep them on the "strip."
Speculators and others are raising all the money they can with which to make purchases. Men started last night for Emporia and other money centers to raise money to buy cattle with. Many are willing to mortgage farms and everything else they have to get money.
The last train of cars loaded with cattle to be shipped this year started today, cattle shipping being mostly over for this year. Commonwealth.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
Since the late storm it is impossible for loaded wagons to cross Fall Creek, and Bluff Creek is in little better condition. Freighters are camped on either side, waiting, unable to cross until something is done. Bridges are badly needed, and if not built, the large Territory trade, now enjoyed by Caldwell, will go eastward.
The above is taken from the Wellington Press, and we can well imagine the condition of the two streams mentioned, the steep bluffy banks of which are barely passable at any time, and after a rainwellgood Lord deliver us. It would be well for freighters and others to remember the inducements, in the way of good roads and bridges, which Arkansas City affords, and which would save them both time and money by using.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
It is reported that Agent Tufts, with the U. S. Troops, is at Caldwellmoving all cattle men who refused to pay the cattle tax to the Cherokee Government, and that they refuse to take payment now, and will not be granted permits hereafter. This will compel many to sell their entire herds, and cattle can be purchased low in consequence thereof.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
Two hundred and thirty of the Otoe Indians are visiting at this Agency. Their Agency has been located on Red Rock, south of Ponca, and about 100 miles northeast of here. Among the chiefs present are Medicine Horse, Little Pipe, Haysconmoney, Pipe Stem, and Buffalo Chief. The entire tribe numbers 400 people. Cheyenne Transporter.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
Frank Hutchison returned from a visit to relatives and friends at Arkansas City, on the 2nd inst. He acted as train boss on the way, and got the benefit of wind and rain for eight days. He thinks he is an expert at getting wagons out of mud holes. He had many chances to try his skill. Transporter.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
Last Wednesday night after the rain the wind shifted to the north and the night was quite cold, although no frost appeared. It served to remind us that winter was close at hand, and preparations should begin to be made, especially with those owning stock.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
W. A. Eaton, editor of the Cheyenne Transporter, was up from the Territory last week to see how we prospered. Arkansas City is the favorite town with all Territory men, and we don't know of any class of people that meet a warmer reception than the "boys" from the B. I. T. (Benefit Indian Territory).
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
A couple of runaway boys passed through this place last Sunday for the Territory, each riding horses they had taken from their father's, which they traded off before leaving town. The father of one of the lads came in on Thursday looking for them, but at last account had not found them.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
The sale of Merino rams, at Winfield last Wednesday, was not very largely attended, and the sheep sold at only fair prices, ranging from $15 to $40. They were from Michigan and owned by Mr. Meach.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
Why is it that our meat markets cannot afford anything but the time-honored Texas turkey? Beef all the time, at last gets "a little old," and it seems to us that a mutton once in awhile would be a good investment.
[DISSOLUTION NOTICE: BENEDICT & KIMMEL.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 19, 1881.
DISSOLUTION NOTICE.
Notice is hereby given that the firm of Benedict & Kimmel, of this city, has been this day dissolved by mutual consentMr. Benedict retiring. The firm name will now be Kimmel & Moore. W. F. BENEDICT, T. KIMMEL. Arkansas City, Kans., October 12th, 1881.
[KANSAS NEWS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881. Front Page.
It is stated that Cowley County will have a hundred thousand tons of hay for sale this season.
[COWLEY COUNTY TEACHERS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881. Editorial Page.
Cowley County Teachers.
There are ninety teachers in Cowley County holding certificates, of whom the following are teaching in the districts named.
ARKANSAS CITY.
Prof. C. T. Atkinson, city schools; Miss Jennie Peterson, city schools; Miss Susie L. Hunt, city schools; Miss Mary Theaker, city schools; Miss Rose Sample, District 80; Miss Linda Christian, district 33; Miss Jessie Sankey, district 51, Miss May Benedict, district 32; Miss Sadie Pickering, district 34, Miss H. M. Goodwin, district 93; W. M. Henderson, district 89; E. C. Brown, district 53; E. W. Coulson, district 44.
WINFIELD.
Prof. E. T. Trimble, city schools; Mrs. W. B. Caton, city schools; Miss S. J. Clute, city schools; Miss Mattie Gibson, city schools; Miss E. L. Crippen, city schools; Miss Alice Dickey, city schools; Miss Lena Bartlett, city schools; Miss May Bryant, city schools; Miss Alice Kingman, city schools; Miss M. J. Melville, city schools; Miss Alpha Harden, city schools; Miss Mary Hamitt, city schools; Miss L. M. Perrin, district 127; Miss Ella Freeland, district 12; Miss Anna Harden, district 68; Miss Celina Bliss, district 9; Miss Ella Hittle, district 42; Miss Fannie Harden, district 116; Miss Jennie Lowry, district 37; E. P. Hickok, district 43; C. J. Brothers, district 45; M. H. Marckum, district 75; F. H. Burton, district 106; J. A. Hilsabeck, district 10; L. P. King, district 4; R. S. White, district 21, A. D. Stuber, district 31.
BURDEN.
E. A. Millard, district 78; Miss M. L. West, district 78; Miss Nannie Crum, district 90; R. O. Stearns, district 76; C. W. Armstrong, district 80.
DEXTER.
Miss Nellie Aldrich, district 5; Miss Etta B. Robinson, district 5; B. P. Cochran, district 40; O. L. Keyes, district 70.
TORRANCE.
Miss Arvilla Elliott, district 14; T. B. Wencer, district 7; Miss Laura Elliott, district 95.
SEELEY.
L. McKinley, district 91; Mrs. L. C. Turner, district 13.
ROCK.
B. H. Limerick, district 24; R. B. Hunter, district 29; J. C. Martindale, district 73; Albert Brockshire, district 27.
LITTLE DUTCH.
R. B. Corson, district 125; Porter Wilson, district 26.
NEW SALEM.
Miss Etta Johnson, district 97; Miss E. L. Cook, district 39.
MAPLE CITY.
Ada Overman, district 28; W. E. Ketcham, district 85; S. F. Overman, district 102.
RED BUD.
Villa M. Coombs, district 114.
WILMOT.
Mary Tucker, district 22; Lizzie Parmer, district 105.
BALTIMORE.
Miss Maggie Seabridge, district 109.
CAMBRIDGE.
Howard E. Albert, district 16.
UDALL.
George Wright, district 16.
TISDALE.
S. B. Smith, district 47.
[DEATH OF MRS. JAMES KELLEY.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881. Editorial Page.
Death of Mrs. James Kelley.
Mrs. Martha Augusta Kelley died of paralysis of the brain at her residence in this city on Monday evening, October 17th. The funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon at the Presbyterian Church under the direction of Rev. J. E. Platter.
His address was beautiful, judicious, and well timed, speaking highly of the distinguished virtues of the deceased, and held up in glowing colors the hope of a joyous immortality. The music furnished by the Episcopal choir was solemn but inexpressibly sweet and harmonious.
Martha Augusta Pope was born in Jackson County, Iowa, in 1852, and was therefore 29 years of age at her death. Her first husband was William Arnold, who died a few years after his marriage.
She was married to James Kelley September 16th, 1874. She leaves her husband and two children living.
She was one of the noble women of our country, a large, perfectly formed, beautiful woman, with a soul and heart in full harmony with her physique, tender, loving, strong, conscientious, firm, gentle, and self-sacrificing. Whenever she could administer comfort or help it was done cheerfully and with alacrity, and whatever of sorrow or suffering she endured it was borne by herself alone. Her mission was to add to the joys of life, not to burden others with her sorrows. She was a beautiful singer, and her strong, sweet voice will long be missed in the choir and the social circle. It is rare that one so unassuming and unob trusive leaves so vast a void in any community.
[KAW OR KONZA INDIANS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
At the time of the visit of Long to the Rocky Mountains, the tribe of Kaws, or Konzas, were numerous and powerful. They entertained Long and his company hospitably for several days, as did all the other wild tribes of the plains. The Konzas now number about three hundred and are in the Indian Territory. Cherokee Advocate.
[PERSONALS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
Both our rivers are on a boom.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
Ben Cooper put in an appearance last Monday from Ponca Agency.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
We have two Millinery stores in townMrs. Watson's and Mrs. Henderson's.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
Wolves are numerous in the canyons in southeast Bolton Township, and rob hen roosts.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
Vote for selling the Capital Stock held by Arkansas City in the Arkansas City Water Power Company.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
Mr. Maise, of Kansas City, a friend of Dr. Chappel, intends locating and engaging in the stock business.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
In the northwest part of town the lock factory and M. Capron's residence make quite a figure, they both being now covered in.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
McLaughlin Bro.'s delivery team ran away Monday. General demoralization of wagon and one horse badly injured was the result.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
Rev. Fleming has rented the room in the Newman block formerly occupied by Dr. Loomis, and has fitted the same up for a study.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
While the Walnut was high last week, the water backed over the little bridge north of Searing's mill, and compelled travelers to go up the bluff.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
Dr. Perry, of Evans, Illinois, is at Salt Springs making necessary arrangements for the erection of the ten cottages he has on the way from Chicago.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
Advertisements for bids for oats for the military at Forts Leavenworth, Sill, Reno, and Cantonment have appeared. Bids will be received until July 22nd, 1882.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
Wild horses are reported more numerous than for years upon the plains forty miles and onward to the northwest of Cimarron, this season, says the New West.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
BIRTH. Thomas E. Berry, of Pawnee Agency, is jubilant over the advent of a new cow- boy at his ranch, weight 10 pounds. October 17th was the auspicious day. Heap good.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
Mrs. Henderson sold a bonnet to an Indian last week. What stronger proof is needed of the progress of the aborigines towards the better life of the white people?
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
FOUND. Near C. R. Sipes' residence, two weeks since, a small bundle of children's wearfive pieces. Owner can have them by calling at this office and paying costs.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
There will be a meeting at the Parker Schoolhouse next Saturday evening of all persons interested in the cemetery in that neighborhood. A good turn-out is desired.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
The $100 reward for the arrest of Armstrong will be paid by the Riely estate and will be divided equally among the posse who accompanied the sheriff. A. T. Shenneman of course receives no share.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
Frank Schiffbauer left for the Territory yesterday morning, whither he goes to superin- tend the work of putting up the buildings at the Otoe Agency, for which he and his brother are the contractors.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
The trade with the merchants of this place has been very good of late, and the goods piled on the counters in the evening, after a big day's work, make things look as though they had been invoicing.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
The third quarterly meeting, for this conference year, will be held in the M. E. church, in this city, Sunday and Monday, the 30th and 31st of October. Rev. King, the Presiding Elder, will be present.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
We are sorry to record the fact that Mr. Wm. Gibby has been indisposed the past two weeks by reason of catching cold. We hope he may soon convalesce and put in an appearance on our streets in good health.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
We had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Smith, proprietor of the novelty factory now in course of erection. He gave us several points in connection with his project, which we will enlarge upon in our next issue.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
Messrs. J. D. Harkleroad and G. B. Green, of Silverdale, with six hands, started for Arkansas yesterday morning for the purpose of purchasing stock. They will be absent about three months and will probably return via the Oklahoma country.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
We received a letter from our old friend and former resident of this section, Al. Pruden, last week, in which he expresses himself as having a warm feeling in his heart for Cowley yet, and nothing would give him greater pleasure than "to see her boom."
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
Hon. Edward Jacquins, of Chautauqua Co., Kas., paid this place a visit on Monday, with a view of locating here in the spring to engage in raising stock. Mr. Marsh of the same place accompanied him. Mr. Jacquins is one of Chautauqua's distinguished men, and represented that county at the Legislature in 1875.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
We call attention this week to the card of W. H. H. Maris, of Winfield, in which he announces himself as an Independent Candidate for the office of Treasurer. Mr. Maris is an old and respected resident of Winfield, a thorough man of business, and fully capable of fitting this office with credit should the voters of Cowley County so express themselves at the coming election.
[THE OTOE INDIANS.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
The Otoes.
Last Friday witnessed the passage through our city of the Otoe Indians, en route to their new home in the Indian Territory, some fifty miles south of this place, on the Red Rock. The Indians embraced in this tribe, we believe, number over four hundred, and the large number of wagons, ponies, and other paraphernalia necessary to an Indian hegira were, if possible, more numerous than usual, and conveyed an idea of the wealth and progress they had made toward civilization of the tribe.
In general appearance these Indians will compare favorably with any of the tribes which are in the habit of frequenting the city, and in the matter of civilization we are inclined to the belief they will prove themselves fully up to, if not ahead, of most of the Territory tribes. We are glad to see them located on a reservation which will afford means for becoming better acquainted with them, in the way of trading, etc.
The agent, E. L. Woodin, interpreter Batiste DeRoin, blacksmiths, carpenters, etc., were with the party.
The bill authorizing the sale of their old reservation and their re-location in the Territory was passed at the session of congress last winter, and as they were nearly all agreed, active preparations were made for moving at once.
This Nebraska land will now be appraised and sold at the land office of that district. It is situated just north of Marshall County, and is in an excellent farming region. In fact, these Indians have raised sufficient wheat for a number of years to provide themselves with flour the year round.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
THE LAST RITE.
"The obsequies of the late James Riely were held in the M. E. church, of this city, on last Thursday, October 20th, 1881, and were attended by a brother and niece of the deceased, from Brimfield, Illinois, and a very large number of our citizens, who thus showed their respect for and regret at the sad fate which had overtaken their young fellow citizen in the hey-day of life. The sermon was preached by the Rev. Laverty and was very impressively delivered. The interment was held in accordance with the ritual of the Odd Fellows, of which society the deceased was a member, and the cavalcade which followed the remains to their last resting place was undoubtedly the largest that ever wended its mournful way toward the cemetery from our city."
[TRIBUTE TO BRETHREN JAMES J. RIELY: I. O. O. F.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
I. O. O. F.
RESOLUTIONS OF RESPECT ON THE DEATH
OF BROTHER JAMES J. RIELY.
WHEREAS, It has pleased the Supreme Being to remove from our midst our late Brother James J. Riely, and
WHEREAS, It is but just that a suitable recognition of his many virtues should be had.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by Arkansas City Lodge, No. 160, I. O. O. F., that while we bow with humble submission to the will of the most High, we do not the less mourn for our Brother, who has been taken from us.
RESOLVED. That in the death of Brother James J. Riely, this Lodge laments the loss of one who was ever ready to proffer the hand of charity, and the voice of sympathy to the needy and distressed of the Order, an active member of this Lodge, who ever worked for its welfare, a friend and companion who was near and dear to us all.
RESOLVED. That the heart-felt sympathy of this Lodge is hereby extended to his relatives and friends.
RESOLVED. That we, as a Lodge, wear the usual badge of mourning for thirty days, and that our hall be draped in mourning for the same time.
RESOLVED. That these resolutions be spread upon the records of the Lodge and a copy thereof be transmitted to his relatives and a copy furnished each of the city papers.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
The Arkansas City House, under the management of Messrs. I. F. Moore & I. F. Bell, is rapidly gaining a reputation as a good hotel. These gentlemen understand their business, and will leave nothing undone that will tend to enhance the comfort of their guests. No better place for day board can be found in the city. Call and see them. Their card appears in this issue.
CARD:
Arkansas City House,
Moore & Bell, Proprietors.
Arkansas City, Kansas.
MEALS 25 CENTS.
This house has been newly furnished, and fitted up in good style.
YOUR PATRONAGE IS SOLICITED.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
We received a pleasant call from Mr. W. L. Harris, of Horkville, Illinois, on Monday last. Mr. Harris is in this section of country for the benefit of his health, this being the second time he has tried our climate for that purpose, each time with success. We trust he will conclude to remain permanently with us.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
The following "ad" is from the Fort Worth Journal.
FOR SALE. One of the best stocks in Texas, numbering about 11,000 head, located in Curry County on one of the best ranges in the State, together with about 100 good cow ponies, ranches, ranch privileges, etc. Price: $115,000; one half cash, balance in 12 months.
Here is a good chance for some of our young men to engage in the stock business.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
The many friends of Mr. James Kelley in this city unite with us in sympathy at the sad bereavement he and his children have sustained in the loss of a true and noble wife, and a watchful, loving mother, and to the care of Him who "doeth all things well" we commend their future.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
Our energetic Sheriff, A. T. Shenneman, was in town yesterday with Wm. Beard, the young man who jumped his bail a short time since for shooting at Baxter in this city. It seems he gave himself up, and was brought to this place for preliminary examination, and in the absence of Justice Bonsall was taken before T. McIntire, where he waived examination. Bail was fixed at $800, which he will most probably be able to get in Winfield.
[REGRET THE REMOVAL OF MISS EMMA MITCHELL.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
Memorial of Regret.
ARKANSAS CITY, KANS.
October 14th, 1881.
Whereas, by the removal of the family of Mr. J. I. Mitchell, the senior department of the Arkansas City schools have been deprived of a valuable pupil and classmate, in the person of Miss Emma Mitchell; therefore, Resolved that we sincerely deplore the loss of one whom, we, as teacher and classmates, have learned, from her dignity and character, to respect, and earnestly hope that her future life will be as bright as her companionship to us, has been pleasant. Resolved, 2nd, That a copy of these resolutions be presented to the press of this city, for publication, and a copy sent to Miss Mitchell.
Mollie Christian Harry Hill
Emma Theaker E. S. Donnelly
Minnie McIntire Harry Finley
Sarah Randall Sessie Finley
Jessie Norton C. T. Atkinson, Committee.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
Winfield Courier Clippings.
Lucius Knight is thinking of taking up his abode in Kansas City.
As soon as the fall rains are over, the sidewalk on East Ninth Avenue will be completed. Meanwhile pedestrians can wade.
Col. Palmer, the gentleman who is managing the Geuda Springs survey, was in the city Friday. He is very reticent on the subject of the Springs.
"The posse that captured Armstrong was composed of Sheriff Shenneman, Deputy Geo. McIntire, Ed. Horn, Lew Sinnott, Capt. Rarick, Lew Stanton, and Chas. Hawkins, of Silverdale Township. The boys say that when Hawkins first saw Armstrong he yelled like an Apache Indian. Ed. Horn was the first to get his six-shooter on him and make him throw up his hands." Courier.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
The Courier goes rather extensively for T. A. Wilkinson this week, denouncing him as a dead beat of the first water, for swindling several of Winfield's citizens. We concur in their opinion, and for the comfort of the afflicted of that city, we will say that another dead beat, of the same family, swindled some of our people who had befriended him and given him aid to keep starvation from his door. The more one sees of that kind of man, the more one likes dogs.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
We are pleased to state that Mr. John H. Walker has at last concluded to spend the winter in our city. He will not, as reported, "go into the grocery business," but intends to run a coal and wood depot during the cold season. John is deservedly popular, and will, undoubtedly do a rushing business. His office will be in Kellogg & Mowry's drug store.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
Our old-time friend, Manson Rexford, writes us from Wahbay Station, Dakota Territory, where he is now located. He complains in no measured terms of the cold weather they are having in that section of the footstool. We judge from the card he is the same old Rex., as of yore.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
THE OTOES.
One of the principal reasons for their wishing to move was that they were surrounded by whites, and every time one of their ponies strayed into a man's corn, it cost Mr. Indian from $3 to $5 "damages." The "how to keep his ponies off his neighbor's fields," is one thing an Injun don't know. Walnut Valley Times.
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
The materials for erecting the new buildings at the Otoe Agency are now in process of shipment from this place, and under the energetic management of the Schiffbauer Bros., they will soon assume a tangible form.
[AD: McINTIRE & DAVENPORT.]
Arkansas City Traveler, October 26, 1881.
PARLOR LIVERY
McINTIRE & DAVENPORT, Proprietors.
GOOD TEAMS
Furnished on short notice and at LOWER PRICES than heretofore.
HACKS
Run Regularly to Salt City and Geuda Springs.
Stable on Fifth Avenue, just east of City Hotel.
