[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.
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!
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.
JAMES CHRISTIAN. C. C. HOLLAND.
We make collections and pay taxes for non-residents, are Agents of the Home and Phoenix Insurance Companies,
Office next door to
Cowley County Bank,
Arkansas City, Kansas.
Arkansas City Traveler, August 31, 1881.
Provisions, Tobacco and Cigars, and Everything else kept in a first-class General Store, at Bed Rock Prices. Give us a call.
[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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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."
[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:
of which they will constantly keep on hand a large and Fresh Stock for sale at the LOWEST PRICES IN TOWN.
free to all parts of the city and vicinity.
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:
NOTICE: $400,000.00 TO LOAN on REAL ESTATE in Cowley and adjoining counties by
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
Arkansas City Traveler, September 7, 1881.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
ever brought to the city I can supply all demands for the same at bottom prices.
Call and see for yourself, and save your money, at
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
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 & SOUTHERN STAGE AND EXPRESS CO.]
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Leaves Arkansas City each week on Monday and Tuesday at
[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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
Money to loan, on first-class Real Estate security, at very low rates. Interest and principal payable in Winfield, Kansas.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
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
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
The best in the market, guaranteed and warranted perfect in every respect at Howard Bros.
Arkansas City Traveler, September 14, 1881.
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.
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.
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.
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:
Legal Paper, Business Paper, Note Paper, Gilt Edge Note Paper, . . . .
If you want anything to read in the way of Books, Magazines, Novels, or Daily Paper, don't forget me.
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.
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.
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.
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 Spr