[SANTA FE DIRECTORS.]

Arkansas City Traveler, Wednesday, May 26, 1880. Front Page.

As was expected Mr. T. J. Coolidge, of Boston, was chosen president of the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe railroad company and all its branches, with scarcely a dissenting voice, in the fact Mr. Nickerson retired of his own motion.

The complete list of the directors and officers of the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe road now reads as follows:

DIRECTORS: T. Jefferson Coolidge, Alden Speare, I. T. Burr, C. W. Pierce, B. B. Cheney, C. J. Paine, S. L. Thorndike, G. A. Gardner, all of Boston; W. Powell Mason, of Walpole, N. H.; S. A. Kent, of Chicago; C. K. Holliday, of Topeka; B. F. Stringfellow, of Atchison, L. Severy, of Emporia.

OFFICERS: T. J. Coolidge, President; W. B. Strong, Vice-President and General Manager; E. Wilder, Secretary and Treasurer; G. L. Goodwin, Assistant Secretary and Assistant Treasurer; J. P. Whitehead, General Auditor; E. Young, Auditor; B. L. Thorndike, Comptroller; A. S. Johnson, Land Commissioner. Mr. Coolidge is, of course, President of all branches and auxiliaries of the Santa Fe.

[INDIAN TERRITORY INCURSION BY CAPT. D. L. PAYNE.]

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880. Editorial.

Capt. D. L. Payne, who recently piloted a colony into the Territory for the purpose of occupying the disputed lands of Oklahoma, was arrested by United States troops at Ft. Reno last week. He was acting upon the advice of Hon. Ben Franklin and other eminent jurists in going upon these lands, and claims that he expected nothing less than an arrest in so doing, but thinks it will lead to the judicial settlement of this vexing question. The "judicial settlement" will be nothing more than the ejectment of all parties invading these domains, peaceably if possible, by force if necessary; and the sooner the people accept this view of the case, and turn a deaf ear to the songs of the Kansas City Times and the Hon. Ben Franklin, the better it will be for them. You can't go to stay yet awhile, and you might as well stay away altogether.

[CONTEMPT CASE: WINFIELD NEWSPAPER EDITORS/JUDGE CAMPBELL.]

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880

As is generally known by this time throughout out county and the 13th judicial court, the editors of the Winfield Courier and Telegram were brought up before Judge Campbell last week on the charge of contempt and fined two hundred dollars each.

Quite naturally, the editors in question are somewhat incensed at such a turn of affairs. They appealed from the decision of Judge Campbell and were allowed ten days in which to make a case for the Supreme Court.

This is the first case of its kind in Cowley County, and excites considerable interest. There appears to be some question as to just what the law is in the case, but the people at large seem inclined to uphold the notion of the papers. We are not lawyers, and could not presume to give advice; but we think that, except in very rare cases, the liberty of the press should be inviolate. All persons should have the right to freely speak and write their opinions on all subjects, legal or otherwise, only being held responsible for the abuse of such privilege; and the court should not (except, as stated before, in extreme cases) use the arbitrary power of arresting said parties for contempt.

It is our humble opinion that such a course will oftener hinder than aid the administration of justice. To be sure, when an editor of a paper is guilty of any flagrant abuse of his privilege or power as a newspaper man, he should be punished the same as any other violator of the law; and it may be that the publications in the Courier referred to by Judge Campbell were calculated to "embarrass or obstruct the administration of justice, or to reflect upon the integrity or purity of the court." But few conversant with the facts, however, will look at it in such a light.

The friends of Payson were as loud in their denunciations of his prosecutors as they well could be even before the Courier was published; and we are inclined to believe with Brother Millington, that if he had published the half that was said on the street, Judge Campbell would have been somewhat puzzled as to what course to take. Mr. Millington was in favor of the law taking its course, and believing the jury had returned an honest verdict, he took the pains to say so in his paper, while at the same time he thought there were some others who were not above reproach.

We have not yet heard of the result of the appeal to the Supreme Court, but whether the decision be reversed or sustained, it will doubtless have its effect in making other papers more careful in the future.

[INDIANS: DEATH OF BLACK BEAVER.]

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880. Editorial Page.

The telegraph announces the death at the Wichita Agency, in the Indian Territory, of Black Beaver, the Delaware. To the best of our recollection, Black Beaver was the only thoroughly good Indian we ever saw. We met Mr. Black Beaver some years ago, and had a long and pleasant conversation with him, as he spoke very fair broken English, having been all his days an interpreter. He was a small, short man, with a complexion and features that were a compromise between the two races, and there was something in his manner which was very modest and quiet, which made us think of Cooper's Leather stocking. He had been in the service of the Government all his life, and had piloted many of the earliest military expeditions across the plains.

He has been the hunting companion of Audubon, the naturalist, whom he described as a very nice man who "go round in de wood, and shoot little bird," for what purpose Mr. Black Beaver confessed himself, he was unable to explain.

Black Beaver clearly understood that the white man was the "coming man," and had endeavored to impress upon the wild tribes, to whom he was frequently an ambassador, the uselessness of resistance. For himself he adopted, as far as a man of Indian blood can, the habits of the white man. He had a farm on the Canadian, and was like the late "Thane of Cawdor," "prosperous gentleman." He was buried with all the honors that could be shown by both whites and Indians at the Wichita Agency. Atchison Champion.

[PERSONALS.]

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880

Corn is worth 30 cents per bushel, and hard to get at that.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880

Eggs are scarce in town, and fetch 10 cents to 12-1/2 cents per dozen.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880

BIRTH. Born to the Rev. and Mrs. McClanahan of this city, on Monday last, a son.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880

I. H. Bonsall has been appointed census enumerator for Creswell township.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880

Stacy Matlack expects to have his corner brick ready for occupancy in about a week from this time.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880

J. C. Wilson, of Charleston, Illinois, is looking up a location for a book and music store in our city.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880

Quite a number of Pawnee Indians have been in the city the past few days, trading for the necessaries of life.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880

Dr. Wm. Hunt, of Kaw Agency, was in town last Thursday, and of course had a good word to say for the TRAVELER.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

Several of the boys started for Ponca Agency yesterday, to witness the annual sun dance of that tribe, which is to take place today.

The Sun Dance, held annually by the Ponca Indians, commenced yesterday, and will most likely be continued for two or three days.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

Eddy's old building is on its road to occupy the site of the millinery store just north of C. R. Sipes' stove and tinware establishment.

Eddy's drug store, in his new brick building, is one of the best looking and well appointed drug establishments to be met with in the west.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

We had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Tisdale of Osage Agency in town last Monday. He was accompanied by Mr. Gay of the same agency.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

Mr. John St. John Jr., son of Gov. St. John, is now in the city on a visit to C. M. Scott, and has just returned from a short trip to the Territory.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

Mr. James Wilson will remove his large stock of dry goods, etc., into Huey's new brick building tomorrow, he having leased the same for three years.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

$30,000 REWARD. Lost, but not stolen, in the Indian Territory, a fine bay horse and six- shooter. The finder will please return the same to Arkansas City.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

The Millinery store of Mrs. Henderson, of late on the corner of Central Avenue and Summit street, has been moved to the west side of North Summit street, next to Mr. Fitch's residence.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

Cocoanut's herd of through Texas cattle, numbering 2,500 head, are now on the trail immediately south of this city, en route for Baxter Springs to be delivered to the purchaser of the same at that place.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880

Andrew Berry, of Pawnee Agency, made his semi-annual visit to this city last week. He came up to meet his sisters and brothers, who came down from Lawrence, where they have been attending school.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

Mr. A. A. Wiley, formerly of Maple City, has moved his family to Winfield, having rented his farm. He is now giving his entire attention to stock. He is holding his cattle on Red Rock, in the Territory, and reports plenty of rain and excellent grass in that region.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

J. W. Feagins, of Bolton, made a good bargain two weeks ago. In partnership with another man, he had put in about one hundred acres of wheat, which was promising everything a man could ask, providing the elements did their part in the way of moistening the ground. Mr. Feagins' partner hadn't that childlike faith in good behavior of Cowley county weather which has carried our farmers on to success, and in an evil moment he told J. W. what he would give or take for the other half interest in the prospective cropjust because it wasn't raining every third day. J. W. looked at the wheat, and made up his mind that it would stand a week or ten days of dry weather; then he winked at the sky, and promptly bought out his partner. It has rained five times since, just as pretty as it knew how, and Feagins says he wouldn't take ten times the price he paid for his bargain.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

The following note explains itself. We congratulate Mr. Huss on securing a wife with such good taste.

Editor Traveler: My wife (formerly Miss Bell Birdsell), who was a resident of Arkansas City and vicinity for eight years prior to March, 1879, feels that she cannot keep house without her paper. Enclosed find two dollars, for which you will please continue to send us your valuable paper. Wishing the TRAVELER and terminus all the success possible, with peace, plenty, and prosperity to all the good people of Arkansas City and vicinity, I remain yours, truly, W. W. HUSS.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

Al. Dean called upon us Monday and gave us some information with respect to shipments of hogs made by him during the past week, which speaks well for the growing stock trade of this place. During the past week Mr. Dean has shipped three carloads, or 180 head of hogs, from this point, for which he paid an average price of $3.30 per one hundred pounds, and today he will ship 120 head more or two carloads for which he paid $3.25. He reports the market lower but steady. The above shipments were made to Kansas City.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

CAMP MEETING. There will be a camp meeting held on the Arkansas City circuit in Silver-dale Township on lower Grouse near the Coburn school house, commencing on Friday, June the 18th, at 11 o'clock a.m. Those living within the bounds of adjoining charges are invited to attend. A number of ministers are expected to be present and assist in the services, viz: C. A. King, presiding elder of the Wichita district, J. A. Hyden, and L. F. Laverty. J. B. HERBERT, Pastor.

[NEWS FROM LOWER GROUSE COUNTRY.]

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

BIRTHS. NEW ARRIVALS. From the lower Grouse country comes the following items which we publish with pleasure, as showing the advantages possessed by this portion of the verdant footstool of the gods.

Mr. Nathan Probasco is the father of a bouncing girl, who made his heart glad by her arrival on May 15th.

Drury Warren, also dates the possession of a fine boy from the same date.

While last, but not by any means least, comes Daniel Bunnels with a chunky boy dating from the 22nd inst.

Good for lower Grouse. Next.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

MARRIED. On Thursday, May 20, 1880, at the residence of Capt. T. C. Bird, by Rev. S. B. Fleming, H. P. Standley and Elizabeth Landis.

It is with the most sincere feelings and best of wishes that the junior editor of the TRAVELER congratulates "ye senior" upon this new departure, and we feel confident that the many friends of the bride and groom join us in which that the years of change and chance bring nothing to them but happiness unalloyed.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880

We notice our friend Charles Hutchins in town the last few days. Charles has just finished teaching an eight months' term of school in the Stony point school house district 89, East Bolton, and is now looking around for a change. This is the second term he has taught in that district, and all express esteem for him both as a teacher and a gentleman.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

The Caldwell Post states that there are 40,000 head of cattle west of the Chisholm trail in the Indian Territory. The following herds, held east of the trail, south and west of Arkansas City, will swell the number to 60,000.

Cocanut, on the trail: 2,575

Gilch & Wait: 300

Burress, on Salt Fork: 300

Capt. Nipp, on Shawascaspa: 150

Kincaid, on Thompson creek: 600

Bates & Beal, on Thompson creek: 2,000

Gatliff & Dixon, on Bitter creek: 200

Jas. Hamilton & Co., Pond creek: 3,000

Jas. Estus, on Red Rock: 200

Potter, on Red Rock: 300

Badley, on Red Rock: 160

Dean Bros., on Bear creek: 600

Wiley & Libby, on Bear creek: 400

Musgrove, on Polecat: 600

Malalla, on Pond creek: 2,900

Richmond, on Shawascaspa: 600

Riney, on Inman creek: 400

Manning, on Thompson creek: 600

Dunn & Co., on Deer creek: 700

Cloverdale & Stafford, on Bodoc: 300

R. A. Houghton, on Bodoc: 150

In addition to these there are a number along the State line, and several herds in the Nation, the number of which we did not learn.

[NEWS FROM "B. D." - SALT CITY.]

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

Editor Traveler: A fire broke out in George Reynolds' stable and out-houses last Friday, burning up the buildings together with a large quantity of corn, oats, and meat. No stock was burned. The loss is between $300 and $400.

The farmers are busy working their corn and are living in hope of realizing a good crop.

Several of our young friends, of both sexes, being tired of city life, took a trip into the Territory recently, to rusticate on fish. They returned with reports of a good time but no fish.

Several babies have made their appearance in the last month, and others will be on hand in time for the census taker in June.

Dr. Arnold has gone to Missouri on a visit. We have a new doctor who will attend to the wants of the suffering during Dr. Arnold's absence. B. D.

[PERSONALS.]

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

Cyrus Wilson, formerly of this place, but late of the eastern part of the county, has gone to Colorado for a few weeks' visit to his son in Pitkin, Gunnison County. Has an eye to his future welfare, and will return to Cowley County. He thinks going to Colorado to better his condition would be something like swimming a river to get a drink.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

Col. C. N. Goulding will deliver three lectures in this city on Friday, Saturday, and Sabbath evenings of this week in the M. E. Church, commencing at 7:30 o'clock. Two of the lectures will be on the subject of temperance, for which no charges will be made, but on Saturday evening an admission fee of 25 cents will be charged to the lecture on "That heathen Chinee." Public school scholars of all ages will be admitted for 10 cents each.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

Boon Hartsock has now his appliances for moving buildings in good shape, and inaugurated his new departure last Thursday by moving his house on C. R. Sipes' corner, one block north to the west side of Summit street.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

The many friends of Jim Mitchell will be sorry to learn that he has been suffering from an attack of mountain fever in Colorado. Our friend writes that he was sicker than he had ever been, or ever wants to be again, but intends to push on to the Gunnison country.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

Mr. and Mrs. Krauth, of Cairo, Illinois, arrived last week, accompanied by Miss Emma Krauth. They are visiting their sister, Mrs. Al. Pruden, and we understand are to remain during the summer. Miss Krauth made many friends on her former visit to this country, all of whom join in welcoming her back.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

T. E. Berry, the trader at Pawnee Agency, has established a branch trading post at Pawnee ferry, on the Arkansas river, for the accommodation of the Osages who are camped in that vicinity. He has secured the services of Daniel Grant, of this city, who left last Monday to take charge of the new post.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

Cunningham & Harry have rebuilt and furnished the room (formerly of Daniels & Harry) up in tiptop style and will accommodate the public in taking pictures.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

LOST. A black crook, headed cane on the way home from the picnic on Saturday, somewhere between "Smith's Grove" and Mr. Guthrie's. Anyone finding it will confer a favor by returning it to Rev. S. B. Fleming.

Arkansas City Traveler, May 26, 1880.

Just before going to press we received a call from Mr. Ed. Roland, of Winfield, who was accompanied by the renowned comedian, Mr. Burton. From them we learn that the Winfield Rifles, under the direction of Mr. Burton and wife, will present the king of comedies, "The Dutch Recruit," at Winfield during next week, commencing Tuesday and closing Friday or Saturday night. They want to see an excursion train come up from this place well loaded with our citizens, promising us every courtesy wished for, and they will not be disappointed. Our people enjoyed the "Union Spy," but this is a much better play, with a better cast of characters, than anything ever put on the boards in Cowley county. It has more true sentiment and richer fun than half a dozen "Union Spies." Let's all join together and go on Thursday night, June 3, 1880. We will give full particulars next week. A plat of Manning's hall can be seen at Eddy's drug store.

[EDITORIAL ITEMS.]

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

The A. T. & S. F. R. R. ran their first train into Caldwell on Saturday, of last week.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

On the 16th inst. the Republicans elect delegates to the county convention, who are to elect delegates to the Congressional convention at Newton, and also to nominate a Republican candidate for State Senator.

We have already stated who our preference is for State Senator, and our mind was not made up on grounds of personal preference, for we have none, and will support any good Republican the party may select, but we believe Hon. W. P. Hackney to be the very best man to represent our public interests, and that is what the people need.

Mr. Hackney has had more experience in legislative matters, probably, than any other man in the county, at least he has done more for his constituents than any other legislator we ever had. He was found at his post at all times working for the interest of the people. He is energetic, wide awake, and always knows what to do, and when to do it, to protect the rights of his constituents. He compelled the repeal of the attorneys' fee bill, which was very oppressive to half of the people in this county. He prevented the appropriation of a large sum of money that was intended to have been uselessly and foolishly spent to let a few Kansas politicians go to the Centennial on a lark and have their expenses paid; defeated the appropriations to the local schools called State Normals at Leavenworth and Concordia, which were only attended by scholars from their immediate vicinity and were of no direct benefit to the State; was chairman of the committee on claims, and prevented the allowance of claims against the State, thereby saving thousands of dollars to the State that otherwise would been paid out on spurious claims. He obtained a Senator and two representatives for this county on the apportionment, a thing as unexpected as it is important to our people. He is the peer of any man in the State as a parliamentarian and legislator, an untiring worker, and a man whom any of his constituents can ask to look after their interests and know they will be attended to.

The only man we have heard mentioned against him as a candidate for the nomination is Hon. T. R. Bryan, our present County Treasurer. We are of the opinion he is not the man we ought to have to represent us in the Senate; his talents do not run in that line; he has never so far as we have been able to learn done any work for the party except when he was a candidate for some office himself. His career in the legislature was simply non-aggressive.

Whoever is nominated on the Republican ticket will be elected, and the Republicans ought to be sure to get the right man, as this office is of great importance and none but the most able and energetic man ought to be nominated. Hon. W. P. Hackney is in our opinion the man.

[BILL FOR RELIEF OF HOMESTEAD AND PRE-EMPTION SETTLERS.]

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

The following is the full text of the bill for the relief of the homestead and pre-emption settlers in this part of the State, introduced by Representative Ryan, and which has now become a law.

Section 1. That it shall be lawful for the homestead and pre-emption settlers on the public lands, or pre-emption settlers upon Indian reservations in the State of Kansas, west of the east line of the counties Harper, Kingman, Reno, Rice, Ellsworth, Lincoln, Mitchell, and Jewell, where there has been a loss or failure of the crops from unavoidable cause, in the year 1879 or 1880, to leave, and be absent from said lands until the first day of October, 1881, under such rules and regulations as to proof and notice as the Commissioner of the General Land Office may prescribe; and during said absence no adverse rights shall attach to such lands, such settlers being allowed to resume and perfect their settlements as though no such absence had occurred.

Section 2. That the time of making final proof and payment by such pre-emption is hereby extended one year after the expiration of the term of absence provided in the first section of this act; but in case when the purchase money is by law payable in installments, shall not be due until one year after the expiration of the leave of absence aforesaid.

[LETTERS REMAINING IN POST OFFICE.]

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

List of letters remaining in the Post Office at Arkansas City, Kansas, uncalled for June 1st, 1880.

Bishop, S. P.; Baker, Charles; Briggs, Mary; Baker, Levi; Brown, J. M.: Brown, Saml Cold; Campbell, David; Carter, W. B.; Caldwell, John; Case H. M.; Clark, Henry; Coomber, Henry; Dillard, David; Davis, Judge J. W. (2); Dakan, Eugene; Fenns, Josie; Fulton, Dr. Wm.; Griffith, C. E.; Godfrey, George; Haslett, John R.; Horten, J. B.; Hubbs, J. L.; Henderson, Jas. C.; Hamlin, W. W. (2); Herman, Mary V.; Hitch, James K.; Huston, John L.; Harris, J. G.; Heller, R. H.; Lewis, Mattie; McCulloch, Jennie; Petterson, Carl; Ritchey, J. M.; Ritchey, M. L.; Rogers, J. A.; Ross, Kittie; Ryan, Mrs. Matt; Robson, Elizabeth; Robinson, John; Rolston, W. R.; Smith, Iral L.; Speisser, T. T.; Van Lone, Jane; Tucker, C. H.; Turner, J. T.; Tipton, James. NATHAN HUGHES, P. M.

[INDIAN TERRITORY NEWS.]

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

Messrs. Blair & Hood have received from the United States Government the leave and license to open a ranch at Red Fork, Indian Territory.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

Two more companies of cavalry are expected soon. They will patrol the line to keep out Oklahomaists. One company will probably be stationed here. Caldwell Post.

[NEWS FROM OUR EXCHANGES.]

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

The corn crop is now a certainty.

Thomas Royal, of Salt City, has taken up a stray horse, 16 hands high, gray, Norman stock. Owner can have property by calling and proving same.

The railroad will run regular trains into Caldwell during the coming week.

L. Lippmann has sold most of his personal property, and will remove to Arkansas, where he has large property interests, on the 20th of June.

The city council decided to submit to the voters of this city the proposition in regard to water works. At a meeting, a number of our businessmen spoke upon the subject, and if the water power can be secured without too much cost, the enterprise will succeed.

Salt City grows in favor as a resort for our young people. Last Sunday half our livery teams were engaged to go there, and Tuesday last a number of our gay young people made the trip as an occasion for a picnic.

The South Haven folks burned Captain Folks, of the Sumner county Press, in effigy because he opposed bonding Wellington for ten thousand dollars in aid of the Kansas City, Lawrence & Southern railroad.

Capt. Steuven is making arrangements to keep Salt Springs water in his bath rooms.

Wheat harvest has already commenced in this county. Jacob Barnhart, of Dexter, has cut one considerable field, which will probably make fifteen bushels to the acre.

The bids for the construction of the schoolhouses were opened by the board last week, but as none of them came within the estimate of the architect, the contract was not let. Mr. Bartlett was wired in regard to the matter, and says that if our home builders will not take the work at his estimate, he will build the homes himself.

Four more horses were stolen from this vicinity Monday night, two belonging to Mr. Raymond. These make over a dozen horses that have been stolen in the past few months. Some stringent measures must be taken to stop this wholesale stealing, and if it continues, we are liable to have a repetition of the Douglas tragedies.

Dr. Graham returned from the meeting of the Supreme Lodge, K. of H., last Sunday evening. The lodge met in Charleston, S. C., and was in session one week. Much important business was transacted, and the rules for examination of applicants were so amended as to exclude all not physically sound. The Doctor was one of a committee of three who reported the rules mentioned above and the lodge was so well pleased with their report that it was unanimously agreed to let the same committee stand for the next year.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

South Haven has unanimously agreed to vote eighteen thousand dollars in township bonds to secure the extension of the S. K. & W. R. R. from this city. Sumner County Press.

[PERSONALS.]

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

J. H. Sherburne, and wife, of Ponca Agency, are in town until Friday next.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

New stone sidewalks are being laid on Central Avenue and High street.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

We are very sorry to learn that Mrs. Charles Parker is sick with the measles.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

Mrs. Henderson, being in new quarters, sees the necessity of a new "ad" in this issue.

AD: MILLINERY. LADIES. Mrs. Henderson is receiving the latest novelties in fine milli- nery goods. She is also prepared to do Dress-Making. Your patronage solicited.

Bleaching & Pressing done to order. Feathers recurled, stamping for all kinds of braiding and embroidery, etc. Store and residence on Summit Street, one block north of Blakeney's grocery.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

Both the Arkansas and Walnut rivers have been raised somewhat by the recent rains.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

C. C. Harris and J. E. Conklin of Winfield exchanged "How d'yes" with us last Saturday.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

Charlie Coombs, who is now making his home at Wichita, was in town last weekend.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

The employees at Ponca Agency have not been paid since January, but their money is expected every mail.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

Attend the commencement exercises of our high school at the M. E. Church next Friday evening at 7-1/2 o'clock.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

Capt. Sanford says O. P. Houghton either misrepresented things, or he isn't very well posted about the habits of Indians.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

The Drs. Vawter are now snugly situated in their new quarters in Matlack's brick, where anyone needing them can find them at all hours.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

It's real nice, new, and an attractive sign that now graces Mrs. Watson's millinery establishment on Summit street. George Allen did the "artistry" thereon.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

The school at Ponca Agency now has an average daily attendance of thirty, under the charge of Miss Patty, who we understand has been quite successful with the young savages.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

The Winfield Daily Telegram has dispensed with its associate press dispatches on account of the expense, and will be issued in the evening hereafter, borrowing its telegrams from the Topeka Commonwealth.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

Cap Sanford has purchased nine more lots of Dr. Leonard, which now makes him the owner of an entire block in that addition. Cap purchased the property for a friend of his in the East, who intends shortly to take up his residence among us and engage in horticulture and market-gardening.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

Stock men will take notice that Major Lipe is the only Cherokee tax collector and that he has only one deputy, Judge George O. Sanders. No taxes will be collected elsewhere than at Caldwell, and only by the above named gentlemen so that any persons representing themselves as his deputies are not qualified to make such collection.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

We desire to extend the thanks of "the crowd" to Mr. J. H. Sherburne and his estimable wife for the hospitalities extended to us during our recent visit to Ponca Agency. Joe's many friends will be glad to hear that he is doing well, and that his home in the Territory is so cosy that one forgets he has left civilization thirty-five miles behind him.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

W. T. Haley, of Galesburg, Illinois, is staying in the city for a few days. He is traveling with the hope of benefiting his wife's health, and should this climate prove salubrious he may perhaps be induced to make his home with us. Mr. Haley has for many years followed the profession of teaching, and is engaged to take part in the normal institute to be held at Wichita next July.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

Three strays made their appearance at the Nez Perce Indian camp south of this place May 27th: one light bay mare, one brown mare with chain hobbles on fore feet, and one yearling mule; no brands. There are great numbers of strays scattered over the Territory at this time, more than ever before, and scarcely a day passes without some persons in search of strays making inquiries at the various camps.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

Col. Whiting has asked permission of the Government to build a large brick building at Ponca Agency, to be used as an industrial school. In case his petition is granted, he will set off a large tract of land for a school farm. He says they can make their own brick at the Agency, and put a substantial building up at a nominal cost. The Colonel is making many improvements at this Agency, and is quite interested in his work.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

The south end of the Arkansas River bridge has been repaired and is now in good shape. It is in better condition than it has been for six months. That speaks well for our democratic

assessor. Democrat.

Yes, and now we come to remember the Arkansas bridge was washed away about four years ago, when the same democratic assessor was in office. Of course that "speaks well" for the "democratic" official, doesn't it?

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

MARRIED. At the residence of the bride's parents in Creswell township, by Rev. S. B. Fleming, on Wednesday evening, May 26, 1880, Jerry B. Tucker to Miss Mary Parker.

The happy couple are both well and favorably known among us, and their hosts of mutual friends unite with us in wishing them a happy and prosperous voyage through life. The TRAVELER office was remembered by a goodly basket of choice cake, which was duly appreciated.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

A detachment of Co. I, 4th U. S. Cavalry, numbering some forty-nine men, and under command of Lieut. Budd, were camped on the Arkansas River west of town last Wednesday and Thursday. They were eight days out from Ft. Reno and on their way to Coffeyville, where they expect to make headquarters until further orders. This was the detachment that recently arrested and escorted to the lines at Caldwell Capt. D. L. Payne, of Oklahoma fame.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

The Ponca Indians, whose reservation is thirty-five miles south of Arkansas City, had their annual sun dance last week. The sun dance is a religious ceremony among the tribes that observe it, and is for the purpose of testing their powers of endurance, that they may obtain favor in the eyes of the Great Spirit and enroll themselves as full-fledged braves. It is quite an event in the tribe, and generally brings large numbers of visiting Indians from neighboring tribes to witness the sublime indifference and stoicism with which their red brothers endure this self-appointed torture, while few white men will miss an opportunity of feasting their eyes upon an exhibition of barbarism unexcelled by the most God-forsake heathens of Africa.

Hearing from parties below that the Poncas would commence their dancing on Wednesday morning, and dance one day only, instead of the customary three days, several of our citizens took a leave of absence Tuesday afternoon and turned their faces toward the home of

Clothes him before and leaves him bare behind."

With their accustomed punctuality, the Indians did not commence dancing at the appointed time, and our anxious crowd wafted their impatience through wreaths of choice Havana smoke until Wednesday night, when we repaired to the camp, between two and three miles northeast of the Agency buildings, and saw the commencement of a performance that might last one day or three. As the Indians were apparently only working up a good "ready" for the next day's work, there was but little interest manifested, and they retired to rest about midnight.

Thursday, however, they shone forth in all their glory. When our party arrived at the camp, directly after dinner, they were in full blast. Fifty-one stalwart savages, stripped to the waist, their faces and bodies bedaubed with all the colors of the rainbow, were ranged in a half circle under a large tent. In his mouth each held a bamboo whistle about eight inches long, ornamented with an eagle feather at the further end and a wisp of grass on the end placed in the mouth; and as some eight or ten Indians beat upon a couple of large improvised raw-hide drums, with monotonous precision, the while raising their voices in the most discordant yells imaginable, the dancers jumped up and down, blowing the whistles with all the strength in them. The mothers and daughters of the tribe were gathered in groups before the tent, gazing in fondest pride and admiration upon their swarthy sons and lovers who thus proved their fidelity to the unwritten law of the Poncas.

Our readers may imagine the concord of sweet sounds in such a performance when we tell them the drums made a deafening noise, and the whistles reminded one of so many geese indulging in their peculiar melody. In his hand each Indian held a wreath of beaver skin or grass, a small looking glass or some other trinket, which he waved aloft in moments of excitement. In the course of half an hour they came out in the open air and gathered around a large pole and some fifty smaller ones, where they could go on with the dance and let their joy be unconfined. On each of the small poles was hung a banner, consisting of a blanket or a long strip of calico, which had been donated to the tribe by the dancers. Inside the "magic circle" were ten or fifteen posts with some six feet of rope hanging to them. When an Indian has become sufficiently "worked up," he comes forward and prostrates himself before two of the posts, face downward. The "Medicine Man" of the tribe then takes a knife, and raising the flesh back of each shoulder blade with one hand, he thrusts the knife through. In the holes thus made he inserts two pine pins, similar to those used by butchers in shaping a roast. The Indian then resumes his perpendicular, when a rope is fastened to each pin by means of small raw-hide strings, and the fun goes on. As soon as he is willing to donate a pony to the tribe, he is allowed to throw his weight upon the rope, and when the flesh breaks, his dance was over. The flesh may break at once, or it may resist the strain for an hour or more.

"Hinman," son of Standing Buffalo, was the first to offer himself, and bore the torture with that contempt for pain which characterizes the Indian. After he was securely tied up, seven or eight squaws approached the "Medicine Man," and had the knife run through their arms in the same manner, sending forth a doleful wail during the performance. Other braves came forward during the afternoon, some of whom varied the programme by tying the ropes to ponies, and starting around the tent pulling the ponies after them. As the animals had been purposely kept on short rations for several days, they naturally preferred to graze. Anyone who has pulled up a pony's head when he wanted to eat grass can judge of the strain upon the Indian's flesh. He would probably get about half or three-quarters around the tent before his skin broke and freed him.

As evening approached they pierced the ears of some babies and put bars of lead through the holes, and then Standing Buffalo showed them a trick worth two of any that had been performed. He bared his left side, and after having his skin cut and raised, a piece of flesh some smaller than a hickory nut was cut from his body, which he devoured with evident relish.

Our citizens returned home Friday morning, having seen all the Ponca religion they cared for. The Indians were expected to dance until some time Saturday. To further test their powers of endurance, the dancers are not allowed to eat or drink anything from the time they commence until the jig is up, but the outsiders feast. They often faint during the exercises, but are as often brought to and forced to resume. Each Indian, before he can be counted a brave, worthy the name of Ponca, must go through three sun dances, when they have fulfilled the requirements of the Great Spirit.

Many of the spectators were loud in their denunciations of this practice, and think the Government should put a stop to such a barbarous system. There is no denying that it is both barbarous and heathenish. A lot of painted devils blowing whistles at the sun, pounding and yelling at raw-hide drums, tying ropes through their skin and pulling loose, eating their own carrion flesh (which the most depraved turkey buzzard would not do), and cutting holes in their babies' ears, is a species of barbarism we might expect would have greeted the eyes of Livingstone, but scarcely look for in the midst of civilization. But, then, it is their religion, and as they hurt no one but themselves, they have our consent. So far as we are concerned, they can punch their bodies full of holes and tear themselves limb from limb. We can stand it if they can. Our only regret is that they do not make the mistake the Dutchman did when he cut off the dog's tail, and cut their fool heads off.

[HIGH SCHOOL COMMENCEMENT AT METHODIST CHURCH.]

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

The following is the programme of the commencement exercises to be held in the Methodist church next Friday evening at half past seven o'clock. The graduates are Jerry Adams, Henry Smith, Linnie Peed, Blanche Marshall, and Mary Theaker. The exercises will last about one hour and thirty minutes, and the care and attention given to them by Prof. Sylvester and the students are a sufficient guarantee that those who attend will enjoy themselves. Do not let any kind of weather, or anything else, keep you away, but give our school population a rousing testimonial of your appreciation of their efforts.

Essay: Linnie Peed - "Some Beauties of Nature."

Oration: Jerry Adams - "War."

Essay: Blanche Marshall - "Life's Voyage."

Essay: Mary Theaker - "Liberty and Revolution."

Oration: Henry Smith - "Our Country."

We will publish these essays and orations in full next week.

[NOTE: I AM GOING TO SKIP ESSAYS AND ORATIONS.]

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

The "Dutch Recruit" will be given at Winfield in Manning's Hall, tomorrow night. The play has been running this week, but tomorrow night has been set aside for the benefit of the theater going people of Arkansas City. Mr. Ingersoll will run a special train for the accommodation of those who desire to go, for $30. Let us get up at least thirty couples, and take in the best play ever in this county. Mr. Burton, under whose direction the "Winfield Rifles" are playing, is an actor of twenty-eight years' standing, and is supported by his wife, a lady of talent and experience. The Winfield folks will meet us at the depot and extend every courtesy we could ask. They have reserved the best part of the hall for our citizens, a plat of which can be seen at Eddy's drug store. The omnibus fare to and from the depot has also been reduced one-half. We feel confident that our people will feel fully satisfied with the entertainment, and would like to see a crowded train leave the depot tomorrow evening.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

Of all the matters and things that are treated in a newspaper, there is nothing we take more pleasure in chronicling than the push and go-aheadativeness of a thorough businessman whose adaptability and qualifications are such as to ensure him a lucrative business, no matter what special kind of mercantile venture he may be engaged in. Such an one undoubtedly is Mr. Stacy Matlack, the popular dry goods man, and anyone inclined to doubt the same should look upon that magnificent corner brick building which is so nearly completed and which is equal to any, and surpassed by no building in the county. He expects to occupy the same in a few days now, and we would advise all needing anything in his province to give him a call, and see some of the bargains he will doubtless offer to his many patrons.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

Miss Rochelle, who has been visiting her aunt, Mrs. Rev. Laverty, since last September, left for her home near Des Moines, Iowa, on Monday of this week. She will be missed by our young folks, and by all who knew her.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

A chicken thief, while on a raid in O. P. Houghton's hennery last week, was surprised by the advent of the latter gentleman, and a lively time of "follow your leader" ensued, resulting, Tam O'Shanter like, in the pursued escaping minus his coat tails and hat. The ornithological kleptomaniac is well known, and has an appointment before Judge Bonsall next Saturday at 8 a.m.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 2, 1880.

S. P. Channell writes us from Denver, and says that so far he does not like Colorado as a place to live in, but expects to start for the Gunnison country within a few days and will write us again should anything interesting transpire. His letter concludes with the remark that he "would advise the boys to stay where they are if they are making a living." This is undoubtedly good advice, for notwithstanding that money is plenty, yet the immense immigration that has been flocking to that State must necessarily bring all kinds of labor down to barely living rates.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880. Editorial Page.

St. Louis, May 31. A special from the southern portion of New Mexico says that the Indians attacked a party of Mexicans at Old Fort Cummings, Saturday, and one man was wounded. Maj. Baird, paymaster, who was passing, pursued the Indians with his escort and forced them all the afternoon. They retreated into Cook's Canyon at night. Since then, five dead bodies have been found in Cook's Canyon. Among them were those of Sam'l J. Lyons and a stage driver. All the bodies were terribly burned. A stage coach and three wagons were also burned. It is supposed that four or more persons besides those found were massacred. The Indians left in the direction of the Florida Mountains. Troops arrived on the scene Saturday and took a trial of the Indians.

Shakespeare, New Mexico, May 31. Town reports from Silver City state that a buck- board driver was killed by the Indians yesterday. Just west of Cummings, the mail was captured and destroyed. At the same place the station keeper was killed, and the cattle and stock taken. A number of Texans were killed near Cummings, and in the hills about fifty head of stock and a large number of horses were stolen.

Cook's cavalry report Indian massacres to be of almost hourly occurrence, and an absolute reign of terror. East of Silver City mail communication has been suspended.

[NEWS FROM EXCHANGES.]

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880. Editorial Page.

We call especial attention to the change in the call of the Representative convention, fixing the time of the meeting at 11:30 a.m., of the 19th. The change is made by a majority of the committee because no hour was stated in the call as originally published, and if the preliminary organization should be deferred until after the adjournment of the county convention, it might be late before they were brought and many delegates would be absent. The county convention will meet at 11 o'clock and will probably make their preliminary organization in half an hour, when the representative convention can meet.

The county clerk's figures show the total taxable property, including real, personal, and railroad, to be $2,889,968. This is an increase over last year of $730,821. The railroad property valuation in the county is $322,112, leaving the real increase in personal and real property $408,821. There are in the county 161,374 acres under cultivation; an increase over last year of 13,792 acres; 72,112 acres are now green with growing wheat.

Over a half million bushels of old corn cribbed in bins throughout the county; 21,760 sheep roam over the pleasant slopes; 7,300 horses toil in the fertile fields and help eat the 25,062 tons of prairie hay that were cut in 1879; 5,626 cows furnish the milk from which the busy housewives have made 21,973 pounds of butter.

This partly shows the prosperous condition of Cowley, and her steady advancement in wealth and prosperityallowing, of course, to Republican rule.

The citizens of Burden and vicinity demand that our postmaster, E. A. Henthorn, make a public explanation as to the cause of his leaving Joe's saloon so abruptly Saturday evening. Unless this is done, he is politically dead in this community.

With Bill Hackney, A. B. Lemmon and Bob Mitchell as our legislators, Cowley will be the best represented county in the Kansas legislature. And still there are few who want to send fellows up there who can answer to roll call and sit around like so many knots on a log and do nothing.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

The first annual commencement of our high school passed off to the satisfaction of all who were present last Friday evening at the Methodist Church. The house was crowded to its utmost capacity with the elite of the city. Rev. Fleming opened the exercises by offering a fervent prayer for the young graduates, after which some excellent music was rendered by our Polymnian ladies and gentlemen, when Mr. S. B. Adams delivered an address replete with good advice and wise counsel. The scholars who with last Friday night's entertainment completed the course prescribed for this school did themselves proud in every particular.

ARTICLE CONTINUES, INCLUDING SPEECH BY MR. SYLVESTER TO THE MEMBERS OF THE CLASS OF 1880...MENTIONS WORKING WITH THEM FOR TWO YEARS. SKIPPED ALL THE REST OF ARTICLE.

[PERSONALS.]

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

Look out for the census enumerators.

E. D. LeClare is said to be in Silver Cliff, Colorado.

H. T. Post had a valuable horse killed by lightning.

Barron doesn't think much of Matlack's new show figures.

C. C. Black has purchased Bret Crapster's interest in the Telegram.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

S. W. Scott goes to Pawnee Agency this week to put up a building for Tom Berry.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

J. A. Fullerlove, wanted for moonshining, gave the officials of Wellington leg bail last week.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

Major Searing made a trip to Osage Agency this week, accompanied by the "irresistible" F. W. F.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

Rails on the S. K. & W. extension have been laid for about eight miles from Wellington in the direction of the State line.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

A new meat market has been opened at the old stand two doors north of the Green Front by Messrs. Coughland & Allen.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

There are two mules and one brown mare, strays, now in Sam Endicott's pasture, on the east side of the Walnut river; also one pony.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

We learn there is a large herd of ponies just arrived from Southern Texas, now being held on Shilocco a few miles south of this city.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

We understand that J. I. Mitchell is about to engage in the drug business at Cleora, Colorado, and Prof. Bacon is spoken of as his partner in the concern.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

Charley Harter, ex-sheriff of Cowley County, was in town Friday afternoon, having brought down Mr. Brettun, who was on a tour of inspection through this part of the country.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

We received a pleasant call from Mr. Lucius Walton, of Beaver Township, last Saturday.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

John C. Thompson and Ches. Dolsberry have just returned from Colorado. They say Kansas is good enough for them from this time on, and don't want any more Colorado in theirs.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

E. R. Thompson, wife and family, and Mrs. M. Rexford and family left last Monday for their former home at Magog, P. Q., Canada, where they expect to visit during the next three months.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

Messrs. Howard, Rexford & Howard, the enterprising proprietors of the "Nimble Nickel Hardware Store," shipped two wagon loads of hardware to Ponca Agency last week for the use of the Indians.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

The crop of wheat in East Bolton is decidedly poor, many pieces being too thin to pay for cutting; but then again in a few cases quite a fair crop has been harvested. The drouth was local in every sense of the word.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

The sheriff at Vinita, Indian Territory, has notified Ezra Milks that a horse answering the description of the one stolen from him is in his hands at that place, but nothing is said as to the thief who got away with the same. Whew!

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

Messrs. W. B. Skinner, of East Bolton, and A. Mann, of Grouse creek, called on us. Mr. Mann reports that he has already cut considerable very fair wheat in his neighborhood, and has more to cut yet.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

There will be no service in the First Presbyterian church of this place next Sunday, Rev. Fleming being absent at Wellington attending the installation services of Rev. F. P. Berry as pastor of the new Presbyterian church of that city.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

A union Sunday school basket picnic is to be held in G. W. Gardenheir's grove on Grouse creek, June 12th. The grove is pleasantly located, with an abundance of good water and shade.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

During the storm of last Monday morning, Mahlon Hunter, living just east of Newman's mill, lost two horses by lightning. The stable and other outbuildings were set on fire by the electric fluid and both horses were instantly killed. No other damage was done.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

Daniel Henshaw, a veteran of the war of 1861, in which he served as Lieutenant of Co. B, 8th Iowa Cavalry volunteers, has recently received from the Department of the Interior vouchers for $1,460 on payment of pensions due him for service rendered in that campaign.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

The home of Rev. David Thompson was gladdened on last Saturday, by the arrival of his daughter, Anna Y. Thompson, who has been a missionary in Egypt since November, 1871. Besides a number of Arabic books and papers, she has brought home a number of Egyptian curiosities.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

Our friend, Wm. G. Kay, of East Bolton, is putting up a handsome stone residence on his farm which bids fair when completed to take the lead of anything in that line in Bolton Township. Mr. Kay has been unfortunate this year, he having sown some 150 acres of wheat but very little of which will be worth cutting.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

One of our roistering citizens was arrested by the marshal, and mulcted in the sum of six dollars before Judge Walton last Wednesday for running his horse and shooting his pistol within the corporate limits on the previous evening. The fine would have been heavier only it was "a first appearance" before the Police Judge.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

We take pleasure in chronicling the removal of Stacy Matlack to his new quarters in the corner brick situated on West Summit and Fifth Avenue, where he may always be found with a large and well selected stock of goods in his line, which will be sold at prices to suit all. Don't forget the place: corner of West Summit Street and Fifth Avenue, opposite City hotel.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

An accident of quite a serious nature befell a daughter of Reuben Mackley, of lower Grouse, as she was returning from attending church service held in the Coburn schoolhouse last Saturday night. It would seem that she was walking towards home when she was knocked down and run over by some horsemen, who, owing to the darkness, and perhaps want of care, did not perceive her. At this writing we are not able to state precisely what injuries she received, but our informant gave us to understand that they were of a serious nature. There is too much reckless running indulged in by our young men as they leave meetings of this nature, not only on Grouse creek, but generally, which should be stopped. for though they may be willing to risk their own lives and limbs, they have no right to endanger the lives of other people.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

The trial of Milton Fullerlove, for abstracting chickens from the hen house of O. P. Houghton last week, came off before Judge Bonsall, as per appointment last Saturday morning at 8 o'clock and resulted in a conviction. The "pullet rustler" was mulcted in the sum of $10 and costs, amounting in all to near $30. He now thinks chickens are pretty high living.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

There was a convention of stock men at Caldwell last Thursday, called for the purpose of taking some action with reference to paying taxes on cattle held in the Territory. After organizing and passing a series of resolutions, they appointed a committee of three to wait on Major Lipe, treasurer of and collector for the Cherokee Nation, informing him that the stock men were willing to pay twenty-five cents per year on every head of cattle held by them in the Territory, but that any heavier tax was considered exorbitant and more than they could afford to pay. Major Lipe, however, refused to entertain their proposition, saying that fifty cents per head was the least he could take, and for all through cattle he should charge at the rate of five cents per head a month. We are informed that this decision will be the cause of many cattle men leaving the Territory: the larger holders driving their cattle further west, while the smaller dealers will probably hold them in some of the border counties, preferring to do a little feeding rather than pay such a high tax. In view of the fact that there is some doubt as to the legality of this tax, and when we think of the great number of cattle on these lands, we think Mr. Lipe will be making money enough at twenty-five cents.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

After considerable hard work by Mr. W. D. Mowry and "the Senator from Ohio," the excursion party spoken of last week was organized, and a special train ran to Winfield on Thursday night. The Winfield folks met us with music at the depot, and presented the party with badges which entitled them to free participation in the dance. Having the most select house of the season, the "Dutch Recruit" was well performed, eliciting rounds of applause and merriment and giving general satisfaction. Owing to the desire of many to return home, our party did not stay for the dance. We hope at some future time to meet our Winfield friends at this end of the line.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

The Republicans of East and West Bolton Township are requested to meet at their usual places of voting on next Wednesday evening, June 16, to elect three delegates and three alternates to attend the county convention at Winfield on Saturday, June 19, to elect delegates to the Congressional convention at Newton and to nominate a candidate for State Senator from this Senatorial district. The apportionment is as follows: East Bolton, one delegate and one alternate; West Bolton, two delegates and two alternates.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

Wilson's Central Store may now be found in J. L. Huey's new stone building on the opposite side of the street. It will henceforth be known as Wilson's Solid Rock Store, in allusion we presume to the solid basis upon which the business is transacted and the material of which the building is constructed. The many friends and patrons of this concern will find Mr. Wilson and his popular clerk, Johnny Kronert, ready at all times to display the bargains constantly on hand at this establishment.

AD: FRESH FROM THE FAR EAST, By far the finest assortment of Boots, Shoes, and Summer Hats we have ever opened. Come and look at them, they are just splendid and positively cheap, at Wilson's "Solid Rock" Store, on the other side of the street, opposite the old stand.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

L. Kokonut, who recently drove a herd of cattle to Coffeyville, while on the road, came in and purchased a large bill of supplies of Schiffbauer Bros. He expressed himself very much surprised at the showing made by our town and at the accommodations it afforded to all needing supplies of any kind.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880.

The City Council met last Monday night and transacted considerable business in the way of auditing and allowing accounts. The question of the west ferry was decided and W. A. Conaway hired to tend the same at a salary of $18 a month the year round. It will soon be in running order again.

[PROPOSED RAILROAD: CHEROKEE & ARKANSAS RAILROAD COMPANY.]

Arkansas City Traveler, June 9, 1880. Back Page.

The House Railway Committee agreed, on the 6th, to report favorably a bill to incorporate the Cherokee and Arkansas railroad company with authority to construct and operate a line of railroad and telegraph from Arkansas City, in the State of Kansas, through the Indian Territory, following the general line of the Arkansas river to a point at or near Fort Smith. The capital stock is not to exceed $4,000,000 and shall be divided into shares of $100 each.

Section five of the bill has been amended in the Committee so that no lands shall be granted to the road in aid of this construction through the Indian Territory, except in conformity with existing treaties governing the relations of the United States Government with the Indian tribes living there. The section allows a hundred feet on each side of the track and twenty acres for each way station. It further provides that private property may be condemned in accordance with the law of 1864, relative to the construction of a railroad from the Missouri river to the Pacific Ocean. Ex.

[NOTICES OF ATTACHMENT: E. D. Le CLARE.]

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

THERE WERE A NUMBER OF "NOTICE OF ATTACHMENT" SERVED ON

E. D. LE CLARE, DEFENDANT, BY VARIOUS PARTIES....

1. Giles Brothers & Co., Plaintiffs....$300.

2. J. L. Huey, Plaintiff...$26.51.

3. J. L. Huey, Plaintiff...$50.00.

4. Shepard & Maxwell, Plaintiffs...$48.00.

5. Houghton & Speers, Plaintiffs...$21.60

He was given until July 12, 1880, to settle.

MITCHELL & HOUSTON ACTED AS ATTORNEYS FOR ALL THE PLAINTIFFS MENTIONED ABOVE.

[PERSONALS.]

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Mrs. Godehard has returned from her trip to Chase county.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

RUMOR OF DEATH. Ed Clisbee is reported to have dropped dead in Wichita last Monday.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Mr. O. F. Godfrey will shortly open a temperance billiard hall in town.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

A full company of U. S. troops are now in the city, and will remain for a few days.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Mrs. Eddy has been making a visit of several days to Ponca Agency, the guest of Mrs. J. H. Sherburne.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Clark & Dysert, of the Southwestern Foundry at Winfield, have bankrupted. Reported liabilities: $10,000.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Ben Parker is visiting the "old folks at home" in Dubuque, Iowa. He will return in a month or six weeks.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Dr. J. T. Shepard and P. K. Dobyns have perfected arrangements for opening a drug store at South Haven.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

R. C. Haywood has a contract for supplying 300,000 pounds of wheat to the Government, deliverable from this point.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

J. H. Phillips has sold out his stock of goods to Hollaway and McIntire, who will continue the business at the same stand.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Schiffbauer Bros. have something real cheap in the way of drills. Farmers should give them a call if wanting anything in that line.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

A new stone sidewalk has just been laid on East Central Avenue to High street, and one is also in course of construction on High street.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

DIED. The wife of Mr. Fairclove, who lives on Theoron Houghton's place east of town, died last Friday of paralysis, and was buried Saturday morning.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Until further notice the mail will neither arrive nor depart on Sundays, and the post office will hereafter be open on that day from 10 to 11 o'clock a.m.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Mrs. Barr's household goods were disposed of at public auction Monday evening. She left for Nebraska yesterday, where she will visit her sister.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Capt. Robeson, U. S. A., and company, after buying supplies of Schiffbauer Bros., started south yesterday, we presume on the lookout for Oklahomaites.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

The city well on Summit street near the Arkansas City House has been drilled to a greater depth and the supply of water there is now equal to all possible demands.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Some thirty Cheyennes have been visiting the Ponca Indians during the past week. The two hundred Otoes, who left their northern reservation, were also at this Agency.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

In the suit of Youngheim Bros. of Winfield versus W. J. Conaway of Bolton Township before Judge Bonsall last Saturday, a judgment was taken by the plaintiffs for about $20.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Frank Schiffbauer had a set of harness returned to him yesterday morning, which was stolen about a year ago, with a note saying: "dont accus The inosent."

It was signed "G. C. R."

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Agent Whiting and clerk, A. R. Satterthwaite, of Ponca Agency, were in town yesterday, accompanied by Miss Patty, the teacher of the Indian school at that place, and Mrs. K. F. Smith.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Mrs. Theaker is teaching a select school in the public school building. She has some forty children under her charge, whose tuition is paid by subscription, and she will continue the school until the convening of the Normal Institute.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Joe and Lafe Merritt, of this city, are having the pleasure of a visit from their sister, Miss Emma Merritt, late of Bloomfield, Iowa. She will probably make this her future home.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Mrs. Wm. Coombs and family have returned to this city, and will henceforth make their home with us. Her son, Lewis, has secured a position as clerk in the drug store of Kellogg & Mowry.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Dr. Chapel expects to leave for Emporia today to attend the opening of the water works at that place, and to take notes with a view to providing our city with a more plentiful supply of water.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Winfield has sent a committee of seven gentlemen to Emporia to inspect the system of water works at that place, with a view to providing their town with a plentiful and readily attainable supply of water, both for domestic use and in the case of fires.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Proceedings in the suit of the plaintiffs versus E. D. LeClare, late of the palace jewelry store, held before Judge Bonsall last Saturday, are at a temporary stand still, awaiting the necessary time to elapse for serving summons by publication. This will take some thirty days.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

MARRIED. At Custer City, Dakota Territory, May 16, 1880, Mr. Wheatley G. Gooch to Miss Mary Teter, of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa. The many friends of the groom in this city congratulate him upon his new departure, and trust that many years of prosperity and wedded bliss are in store for the happy couple.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

BORN. To Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Stafford, on Saturday morning, June 12th, at 4 o'clock, a son. If you had seen J. A. skip into the TRAVELER office, flourish a patent feeder, and in tones of joy proclaim the advent of a ten pound cowboy at his ranch, you'd have thought nothing less than a bar'l of such blessings had been vouchsafed him.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

We are sadly in need of another grist mill in Arkansas City, the two we have being unable to do all the business that rightfully belongs to this part of the county. Mr. Searing's mill is kept busy the greater part of the year supplying flour for the Indian agencies throughout the Territory, thereby being forced to neglect custom grinding. Some man with capital and enterprise can work up a prosperous business at this point by building and operating another first-class flour and grist mill.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Some of the Osages have been on a cattle raid lately, and intelligence is brought that the herd of Drury Warren was attacked and quite a number of fine stock were driven off and killed. A search was at once instituted throughout the Osage settlement, and resulted in the finding of the heads and hides of thirty-seven cattle stowed away in the different huts. A friendly Indian assisted Mr. Warren in his search, and mainly contributed in discovering traces of the stolen property. It is needless to say that the thieving Indians did not appreciate the labors of their red brother, but unhesitatingly denounced him as "bad Indian," to bring white man to hunt cattle. Mr. Warren laid the case before the Agent of the Osages, and is promised pay for the damage done him.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

DIED. In this city, at noon on Friday last, Julia A. Dixon, a niece of Dr. J. T. Shepard, aged fifteen months. The funeral sermon was preached at the house of Dr. Shepard on Saturday noon, after which the body was taken to Wellington for interment, accompanied by friends and relatives. The funeral services, conducted by Rev. Fleming, were conducted that evening, the little sleeper being laid to rest in the same lot with her parents and brother, who died last year.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

The following are the delegates and alternates to the county convention to be held at Winfield next Saturday, for the purpose of electing six delegates to the Congressional convention and nominating a candidate for State Senator for this district.

DELEGATES: W. D. Mowry, J. C. Topliff, Ed. G. Gray, Geo. H. McIntire, Dr. A. J. Chapel, C. R. Mitchell, Tom Mantor, J. Ridenour.

ALTERNATES: H. D. Kellogg, Cal Swarts, R. J. Maxwell, M. Rexford, A. C. Williams, M. Stanton, D. B. Hartsock, Frank Speers.

The above is the best ticket that can be put before our people. Look to the interests of our county, and send these delegates to Winfield.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Mr. F. D. Russell, the general western freight and passenger agent of the St. Louis & San Francisco railway, favored us with a call last week. He was canvassing this section of the country in the interest of his road, with a view to securing a portion of the freight traffic, the main inducement offered by this road being a saving of time. Freight from St. Louis is delivered in this county three days sooner than by way of Kansas City, while the rates are just as cheap, if not cheaper. Mr. Russell is a wide-awake, thorough-going businessman. If all the agents and employees are of his stamp, the road is bound to work up a large business.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

The money has been received and the employees at Ponca Agency will be paid off this week. As they are two payments behind, they will know how to appreciate a fresh invoice of Uncle Sam's notes.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

We had the pleasure last week of shaking hands with our old friend and fellow citizen, Prof. L. B. Kellogg, of Emporia, who with his wife and two sons, paid a visit to his brother and this, his home in former years. The Professor was one of our leading spirits in the times of "auld lang syne," and if we remember rightly, was part owner of the TRAVELER. Times have changed since then, but L. B. is the same genial gentleman as of old, and is ever sure of a warm welcome from his many friends in this community.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

A. A. Newman has returned from New York, where he has been the past week, during which time he secured Government contracts for supplying some 1,400,000 pounds of flour for Territorial consumption. The flour is deliverable here, and will be distributed as follows: 700,000 pounds to Cheyenne, 500,000 pounds to Wichita, and 200,000 pounds to other Agencies. We understand Mr. Searing will manufacture the flour at his mill on the Walnut.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Mrs. Coombs has rented the house owned by E. W. Hulse. She proposes establishing an industry that will be appreciated by the people generally. Having no other use for her splendid body of timber on the Walnut, she will convert it into cord wood, of four-foot and stove lengths, and will have it corded at her residence, where it can be procured by parties needing it.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

AD: FOR SALE. Cheap, a new Kansas wagon; will take a good cow in part payment, and balance in cash. MRS. WM. COOMBS.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 16, 1880.

Prof. C. H. Sylvester left this city last Monday morning, and will spend a few weeks visiting preparatory to settling in his old home at Boscobel, Wisconsin, where he intends to devote himself to the study of law. Mr. Sylvester has made many warm friends during his sojourn among us, with whom we unite in wishing him success, in whatever calling he may see fit to engage.

[LETTER FROM JUDGE JAMES CHRISTIAN.]

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880 - FRONT PAGE.

Editors Traveler: I have been here four months tomorrow in this busy, bustling city where all is life and activity. Still there is little going on here of a local character that would be interesting to parties at a distance. It is true that great improvements have taken place in this city and vicinity, in fact and in reality. Pittsburgh, properly speaking, extends twenty- five or thirty miles up and down the rivers, whose junction meet at old Ft. Duquesne in the forks of the Alleghany and Monongahela.

When I arrived here in February, the iron interest was booming. All the factories were running night and day, straining every nerve to fill the demand. About the first of April the boom "busted," and the iron and metal ware took a fall. Nails can be now bought here for about half what they cost in February. The rolling mills are still running, however, on full time, but there is not that rush that there was some time ago.

You learned from the telegraph the three great events that occurred the past week, the unexpected nomination of Garfield, by the Republicans, and the jollifications over the event; the great oil conflagration at Titusville, Pennsylvania, by which 250,000 barrels of oil were destroyed, worth $1,000,000; and the Narragansett horror on Long Island sounds, by which some one hundred lives were lost.

Occasionally a word is said, by the papers, on the Whittaker case. The people generally do not concur with the court of inquiry that Whittaker cut off his own ears to create sympathy for him on his examinations.

The experts, however, are still at work, not examining the marks upon paper, but the marks upon his ears. Some of them think they discover tooth marks. If this be so the public may change their opinion and agree with the court that Whittaker, in a fit of despondency, "chewed off his own ears." This is the only conclusion that I can come to. The affair from beginning to ending has been a disgrace to our nation, and those connected with the shameful mockery of trial. Blue blood has trampled in the dust a black skin.

[Note: The Whittaker case was covered extensively in eastern papers. Whittaker was a Negro cadet at West Point. The following appeared about the time Christian wrote his letter: "The investigation in the Whittaker case at West Point still goes on, the latest being the fact that five experts have examined the note of warning sent to Whittaker and all conclude in stating that it is in his own handwriting." MAW]

I leave here in a few days for home, but I am sorry to say with little brighter prospects than when I came. I have had two operations upon the right eye with no apparent benefit, but the eye is so weak from the operation and the inflammation that followed it, that it would be difficult to say positively what will be the result. Time alone will determine that.

[THE COUNTY CONVENTION.]

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880. Editorial Page.

The county convention met at Winfield last Saturday, for the purpose of electing six delegates to the Congressional convention at Newton, and putting in nomination a candidate for State Senator. By the time our delegation arrived, excitement was at fever heat on the streets of Winfield. The names of Hackney and Bryan were on every tongue, showing that between these two candidates had the fight been warmest, and on them centered the interest of those attending the convention.

The convention was called to order at 11 a.m., and organized by calling S. M. Fall, of Windsor township, to the chair, and electing W. D. Mowry, of Arkansas City, secretary.

After appointing a committee on credentials and a committee on permanent organization, the convention adjourned until 1 p.m., the delegates from the 88th legislative district in the meanwhile meeting and nominating A. B. Lemmon for the legislature from that district.

Immediately upon assembling in the afternoon, the reports of the two committees were read and adopted, after which they proceeded to ballot for delegates to the Congressional

convention.

Some ten or a dozen names were put in nomination, from which three from each district were to be selected, resulting in the election of D. A. Millington, D. O. McCray, and O. S. Woolley from the 88th district, and Dr. A. J. Chapel, E. G. Gray, and H. C. McDorman from the 89th district. On motion of Leon Lippmann these delegates were instructed to vote for Hon. Thomas Ryan.

Following this came the event of greatest interestthe nomination of State Senator. Mr. Denning, of Tisdale township, in quite a lengthy speech, presented the name of Hon. Thomas Bryan, being frequently and loudly applauded by the friends of his candidate.

After Mr. Denning sat down, Mr. H. E. Asp stepped to the platform and in an eloquent and telling speech offered the name of Hon. W. P. Hackney. The storm of applause that greeted this name drowned all things else for several minutes, and the eloquence of the young orator was repeatedly interrupted to allow the delegates to give vent to their feelings. It was the best speech we ever heard from Mr. Asp, and spoke well for the great possibilities and probabilities of the speaker.

The nomination of Mr. Bryan was seconded by Mr. P. B. Lee, in a speech, the intentions of which might have been good enough, but which received but little favor in the eyes of the convention. However ardent the people of Cowley are for any particular candidate, they are not in the habit of bolting in case their man is defeated fairly and squarely in a convention, and we think Mr. Lee's remarks were somewhat in bad taste. It is not for us to comment on this point, though. It was effectually met and settled immediately by Leon Lippmann, who seconded Mr. Hackney's nomination in the best speech we ever listened to in Cowley county. It was short, convincing, and unanswerable, every sentence breathing forth the living truths of true Republicanism and denouncing in strong terms the mistaken policy of the gentleman who preceded him. It was no cut-and-dried political harangue, but a fervent appeal to the people of Cowley to stand to their colors like men, letting demagogues and political weathercocks go their way. It was a stinging rebuke to the threats of Mr. Lee, and put to rest all doubts of Mr. Hackney's nomination.

After Mr. Lippmann's speech, the convention proceeded to balloting, each delegate answering to his own name, and the result was: Hackney 56, Bryan 34.

The scene of confusion and uproar that followed the announcement of the result was beyond description. Mr. Hackney was called to the platform amid deafening cheers and made a neat speech, picturing the future of Cowley in such glowing colors the people could hardly contain themselves. Mr. Bryan was then called out, and after thanking his friends for their support, proved his fidelity to the party by assuring the people his fight was at an end. There was no "bolt" in him.

The rank and file of the Republican party stand united on one subject: the election of Hon. W. P. Hackney to the State Senate from the twenty-fifth Senatorial district of Kansas.

[TERRITORY ITEMS.]

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880. Editorial Page.

If strangers visiting the Agency would, in compliance with the laws of the Territory, call at the Agent's office and procure a pass, much danger and trouble would be avoided. The pass of the Agent is the only one the Indian police will respect. For want of this precaution some arrests have been made which came near resulting in bloodshed.

Mr. J. Morrison, of this place, was awarded the contract for furnishing beef for Fort Reno and Elliott.

Darlington will have a 4th of July celebration. Quite a respectable subscription has been raised for a display at night. Programme not yet made out.

The Agent and the Post commander at Reno joined forces and constructed a lime kiln at the Red Hills, where an abundance of limestone of good quality is found. About 375 bushels of good lime has been made.

The Kiowas and Comanches have challenged the Cheyennes and Arapahoes to test the speed of their ponies at a grand race to take place on the 4th of July, at Fort Reno. It seems that the Indians are getting patriotic too.

Now the Caldwell Post has got it: "The Cheyenne, Arapahoe, Comanche and Kaw Indians have had a four weeks `medicine,' which has been pronounced good, and accordingly the Sun dance has been celebrated preparatory to a raid."

It is true that the Cheyennes have been "making medicine," that a few of the young men of the Arapahoes joined them simply as an act of friendship, probably with a view of winning the heart and hand of some of the fairer damsels of Cheyenne blood. It is also true that some of the Kaw and other Indians visited them during their "medicine" to "smoke ponies" and the Kaws took home about forty-five that they had gotten thus. But as to the Sun dance, the Cheyennes know little more of this than a pig does of Latin, it being no part of their religion.

There are a few restless, dissatisfied Cheyennes on the Reservation, but there is no evidence that they really contemplate leaving, while to predict a general outbreak of the Indians here is simply ridiculous.

TRAVELER DOES NOT GIVE THE SOURCE FOR TERRITORY NEWS.

[THE INDIANS.]

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880. Editorial Page.

Washington, June 18. At the Cabinet meeting this afternoon, a telegram from General Hatch requesting permission to follow Victorio's Indians across the Mexican border was received, and referred to the State Department with a view of obtaining consent of the Mexican government. The military authorities were directed to prevent the departure of the expedition from Southern Arizona to take possession of the State of Sonora, Mexico.

Chicago, June 18. A Tucson, Arizona, special from Shakespear, New Mexico, to the Star, says that the citizens of Silver City and vicinity are almost starving for want of provisions; that flour, potatoes, bacon, or the staple necessaries of life, are not to be obtained for love or money; neither can checks or Eastern exchange be converted into cash, currency being unobtainable. Business is completely prostrated in consequence both at Silver and Shakespear. Victorio's raid is the cause of all this, yet General Hatch telegraphed Governor Wallace recently that he knew of no freight trains having been stopped by Indians.

[PERSONALS.]

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

Shall we or shall we not have a Fourth of our own? Say.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880

Mrs. Sanford is suffering from an attack of sciatic rheumatism.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880

The fight between Campbell, Adams, and Torrance grows interesting.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880

DIED. At Salt City, on Monday, Mr. Tremany. We were unable to learn further particulars.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880

The new temperance billiard hall in the basement of the City Hotel is now open, under the management of Mr. L. D. Godfrey.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880

Ten carloads constituted the first shipment of cattle made from Caldwell over the A. T. & S. F. railroad on Tuesday, June 16, 1880.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

Mr. John Gooch, of the Ponca Agency, was in town the first of this week, looking after his interests in and around our city, visiting relatives, etc.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

Winfield is going to celebrate, and we understand the people have offered the silver cornet band of this city $100 for their services on the national birthday.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

Water is getting scarce in the Territory, and we learn that Driftwood, Salt Fork, and other streams in the Nation will have to be scraped out in order to obtain water for stock.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

George Platt, of Caldwell, was fatally shot while walking the street about 1 a.m., Saturday last. Murderers unknown. Presumed cause: revenge for shooting done by Platt last summer.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

An "exodus" boom is on its way here in the shape of 200 of Africa's dusky sons, who hail from Gonzales county, Texas. They passed Sac and Fox Agency, on their way to Cowley, last week.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

Dr. Chapel and W. D. Mowry left for Newton yesterday, to attend the Congressional convention. Dr. Chapel goes as a regularly elected delegate, and our friend, W. D. Mowry, goes as the alternate of Mr. Gray.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

The building on the corner opposite the Central Avenue Hotel is being fitted up in good shape, and will soon be occupied by C. R. Sipes as a stove and tinware store with workshops in the rear.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

Contracts have been let to Mr. Ashton for building the additions to the present Winfield school house, and also for the erection of a new school house in the second ward, to be completed by October 1, 1880.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

And now South Haven is considerably worked up at the prospect of having a rival town in close proximity. Hunnewell is the new burg's cognomen, and its location was fixed by the railroad company four miles south of South Haven, on the State line.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

J. H. Sherburne brought his sister, Mrs. Eddy, from Ponca Agency last Sunday, returning on the same day. They are having a payment in the land of the Poncas now, and Joe is too busy raking in wealth to admit of his stopping any time in the State.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

Tickets will be sold at all the depots on the A., T. & S. F. railroad at half rates, that is one full fare for the round trip, on the third, fourth, and fifth of July next. This will be a great convenience to all wishing to celebrate at a distance, as the time allows of quite a trip being made.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

We call attention in this issue to the card of Beecher & Son, carpenters and builders, who announce themselves ready to undertake all kinds of work in their line. They are No. 1 mechanics, as their work on Mr. Eddy's new store will testify, and always guarantee satisfaction. Shop on East Central Avenue.

CARD: BEECHER & SON,

Shop on East Central Avenue. Satisfaction guaranteed in every case.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

On next Monday Mr. Al. Pruden will sell his household goods at public sale, preparatory to taking his departure for Dayton, Ohio. Al. says he is going back to wait for another boom.

AD: PUBLIC SALE. I will sell at public sale, on Monday, June 28th, at my residence formerly occupied by J. L. Huey, all my household goods; also, 1 cow, 1 side saddle, 1 gent's saddle, and 1 guitar. AL. PRUDEN.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

Our well known nurseryman, Mr. S. E. Maxwell, visited us last Monday and poured the contents of a pasteboard box on ye editor's table. Said contents assumed the shape of nice ripe, plump Amsden peaches and wild-goose plums.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

Elder T. L. Cartwright, formerly of Forest City, Missouri, but now of Winfield, will preach in this city next Monday evening on the subject of "Christian Baptism." It is his desire to obtain the Methodist church for this purpose, but if not successful, the school house will probably be secured.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

Tomorrow, June 24th, a grand Masonic basket picnic will be held in McDorman's grove, one mile northeast of Dexter. It is expected that Judge M. S. Adams, of Wichita, and other speakers will address the meeting. The Davis family band will be in attendance, and a general good time will be had. An invitation to be present is herewith extended to all.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

A notice has been issued by Agent Miles, of Osage Agency, in which all cattlemen are warned against driving cattle over Osage or Kaw lands, and the Indian police have orders to arrest all trespassers. The cause of this order is the loss claimed to have been sustained last year by the spreading of Texas fever among the Indian cattle. Cattlemen will do well to pay heed to this notice, thereby saving themselves considerable trouble.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

Our efficient sheriff, A. T. Shenneman, called on us last Sunday morning. He tried to brace up, but looked awfully sleepy; and well he might, after having ridden all the previous night distributing printed descriptions of the Augusta murderer and posting the men along the border. We don't want to be sheriff in "times like dot."

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

A murder was committed at or near Augusta, in Butler County, last Friday, wherein one Paulson was the victim. From what we can gather, it would seem that a party of five, consisting of three Pearson brothers, Andrew Paulson, and Harry Clark, had gone to Augusta from Eldorado, and probably fearing that the constitutional amendment would pass at the coming election and thus deprive them of their God-given right to get drunk, they took advantage of the opportunities afforded by a free country and "filled high the bowl with Samian wine"or some of Butler county's rot-gut whiskey. On going home they got warmed up, and grew belligerent. In the row that ensued Mr. Paulson was killed, it is supposed by Jack Pearson, who immediately skipped out with Clark. One of the remaining Pearson boys was arrested, but it is claimed the other one was not in the fight. A. T. Shenneman received the following telegram from the sheriff of Butler county on Saturday afternoon, and immediately had the same printed and circulated throughout the county.

Sheriff of Cowley County: Jack Pearson wanted on charge of murder; is tall, spare, light complexion, sandy moustache and goatee; crooked finger on right hand; was going south with another man, riding black and white ponies. Two hundred dollars reward; hold till I come; put out patrol. W. H. DOUGLASS, Sheriff.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

A rather neat trick was attempted on Mr. Stubbs, agent of the Kaw Indians, recently; but friend Mahlon proved himself too old a bird to be caught by such chaff. A stranger rode up to him one morning and inquired if there were any stray horses on his reservation, and if so, would he please give a description of the same? Mr. Stubbs answered by inquiring if the anxious searcher had lost any horses, to which the stranger replied in the negative, stating that he was out in the interest of parties in the State who had been victimized, and wanted to see if Mr. Stubbs' description would answer to any of those held by him. A very pointed request to make himself scarce was the only satisfaction the would-be sharper obtained, Mr. Stubbs realizing at once that the game was to ascertain just what animals were on the reservation, when some confederates would be furnished with the necessary information, and after the horses were obtained, they would "whack up." It might be well to keep a look-out for such fellows.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

The condition of the Arkansas River bridge is so bad that travel will ere long have to be stopped if something in the way of repairing it is not done. On Monday last William Christy had a horse break through, and the same day one of Abner Christy's mules broke the floor and would have fallen completely through had it not been for the pulling done by the other mule. No particular damage was done, but by the time that a good team has to be paid for by the township, the necessity for action will forcibly appear. We presume this also "speaks well for our Democratic assessor," as our contemporary of the Democrat would say.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

SUNDAY SCHOOL SOCIAL. There will be a social at the First Presbyterian Church on Friday evening. The young people of our town are requested to be present, as a general good time is expected. Mr. Fleming has secured a stereopticon from Rev. Platter of Winfield, and will show you some fine Bible scenes and views of the Holy Land. The exercises will be interspersed with singing, instrumental music, and other amusements. Come with the expectation of having a good social time.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

The Arkansas City TRAVELER is before us. It is a neatly printed seven column folio, full of interesting news. We gladly welcome it to our exchange list. The TRAVELER takes a lively interest in Indian affairs, and is, we think, disposed to treat the Indian fairly. Its location and circulation are such that it can do a great deal toward civilizing the red man.

Cheyenne Transporter.

Arkansas City Traveler, June 23, 1880.

We were pleased to meet Judge M. S. Adams, of Wichita, last week. He made a flying trip to our city, only stopping between trains. The object of his visit was the contradiction of the report that he had withdrawn from the contest for Judge of the 13th judicial district. He wants it clearly understood that he is in the field, and will s