[LIST OF NEW BUILDINGS ERECTED SINCE 1/1/1878.]
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 2, 1879.
The following is a list of new buildings erected in the city of Winfield since January 1, 1878, with the name of owner and cost of building.
E. C. Manning, opera house, brick: $10,000.
J. C. McMullen, residence, brick: $13,000.
J. Page, store room, brick: $3,000.
J. C. Fuller, residence, brick: $10,000.
M. L. Robinson, residence, cut stone: $15,000.
J. M. Alexander, office, brick: $500.
Jas. Fahey, residence, frame: $800.00.
Frank Williams, residence, frame: $600.
John Moffitt, residence, frame: $400.
John Moffitt, office, frame: $200.00.
R. D. Jillson, store room, frame: $1,200.
Bahntge Bros., store room, brick: $7,000.
Nommsen & Steuven, barber shop, brick: $300.
Johnston & Hill, store room, brick: $2,500.
Dr. Mendenhall, residence, office, and barn: $2,500.
L. H. Hope, store room: $300.
J. M. Spencer, hotel, frame: $1,800.
B. M. Terrell, two residences, frame: $1,200.
Holmes & Bro., packing house, frame, 2 stories: $500.
D. D. Miller, blacksmith soft pine frame: $250.
N. M. Powers, barn, frame: $200.
W. L. Mullen, residence, frame: $500.
Clark & Dysart, machines p s ne: $1,800.
August Kadau, shoe shop, frame: $200.
J. Simpson, residence, brick: $900.
J. Simpson, residence, frame: $500.
W. D. Clark, residence, frame: $1,200.
D. F. Best, residence, frame: $700.
Lucinda Herrington, residence, frame: $250.
B. H. Lane, residence, frame: $300.
E. S. Bedilion, residence, frame: $300.
G. W. Sanderson, residence, frame: $200.
L. Browder, residence, frame: $200.
Mrs. Duncan, residence, frame: $150.
Geo. Bosworth, residence, frame: $100.
D. Laycock, residence, frame: $350.
Geo. Olive, residence, frame: $150.
J. O'Neil, residence, frame: $600.
Sarah Bishop, residence, frame: $100.
Wm. Robinson, residence, frame: $600.
U. E. Newall, residence, frame: $150.
W. A. Lee, residence, frame: $500.
Wm. Moher, residence, frame: $350.
O. Smith, residence, frame: $200.
J. Harrington, addition: $100.
T. Wright, house and barn, frame: $150.
W. R. Hybarger, residence, frame: $450.
W. Clark, residence, frame: $250.
S. Mullen, residence, frame: $350.
John Snyder, residence, frame: $350.
John Snyder, residence, frame: $300.
A. Hughes, residence, frame: $450.
Jos. Goddard, residence, frame: $250.
H. C. Cutler, residence, frame: $150.
D. Siefferd, residence, frame: $150.
S. Childs, residence, frame: $150.
E. G. Burnett, residence, frame: $500.
Mr. Thorp, residence, frame: $350.
Thos. Nicholson, residence, frame: $250.
Jerry Evans, residence, frame: $650.
Dr. Davis, two residences, frame: $650.
Mrs. Rust, residence, frame: $150.
Mrs. Floyd, residence, frame: $300.
E. L. Hazard, residence, frame: $350.
J. P. Short, residence, frame: $500.
J. P. Short, residence, stone: $400.
J. P. Short, residence, stone: $400.
Wm. Kelly, shoe shop, frame: $100.
Dr. Graham, residence, brick: $650.
Jas. Fahey, saloon, brick: $2,500.
Foults Bros., barber shop, frame: $200.
Wm. G. Hill, residence, frame: $850.
Ed. Weitzel, residence, frame: $200.
P. Stump, store, stone: $2,000.
G. H. Crippen, residence, brick: $600.
Baptist church, parsonage, frame: $850.
Jas. Kelly, store, frame: $450.
Geo. Martin, residence, frame: $500.
Mr. Wilson, residence, frame: $300.
Mr. Wilson, residence, frame: $200.
E. P. Kinne, residence, frame: $1,300.
Curns & Manser, residence, frame: $1,600.
W. P. Hackney, residence, frame: $1,200.
Wm. Bousman, residence, frame: $250.
A. H. Caywood, residence, frame: $200.
J. C. McMullen, barn, frame: $450.
J. Curns, residence, frame: $400.
J. Curns, residence, frame: $400.
J. H. Miller, blacksmith shop, stone: $400.
Henry Shaver, residence, frame: $250.
Henry Clausen, residence, frame: $100.
Henry Schoeffer, residence, frame: $250.
John Johnson, residence, frame: $200.
J. Boylan, residence, frame: $150.
W. W. Green, residence, frame: $350.
F. M. Friend, residence, frame: $450.
Mr. Charles, residence, frame: $250.
Mrs. Bodoft, residence, frame: $100.
Frank Gallotti, residence, frame: $650.
J. McBride, residence, frame: $350.
R. R. Stout, residence, frame: $200.
G. B. Roland, residence, frame: $100.
Mrs. Jenkins, residence, frame: $400.
Mrs. E. B. Read, residence, frame: $150.
R. R. Stout, barn, frame: $100.
W. McGraw, residence, frame: $550.
A. Requa, residence, frame: $400.
Wm. Kelly, Jr., residence, frame: $200.
Rev. Bigby, residence, frame: $100.
N. M. Powers, residence, frame: $300.
Jas. L. Allen, residence, frame: $1,000.
Jas. L. Allen, residence, frame: $500.
H. S. Silver, residence, frame: $1,300.
S. B. Brewer, residence, frame: $550.
E. P. Hickok, residence, stone: $900.
G. M. Miller, residence, frame: $700.
E. Werton, residence, frame: $150.
J. D. McGinnis, residence, frame: $150.
Wm. Hudson, residence, frame: $450.
J. R. Cochran, residence, frame: $200.
J. H. Foults, residence, frame: $250.
____ Kelly, residence, frame: $550.
Johnson & Hill, residence, frame: $200.
Mary Beale, residence, frame: $300.
C. G. Martin, residence, frame: $300.
Dr. Cooper, residence, frame: $550.
J. H. Fahnestock, residence, frame: $200.
J. H. Fahnestock, residence, frame: $450.
Lafayette Cady, residence, frame: $350.
J. F. Chamberlain, residence, frame: $150.
Frank S. Jennings, residence, frame: $650.
George Moore, residence, frame: $450.
J. S. Chase, residence, frame: $400.
Thomas Toole, residence, frame: $400.
N. C. Millhouse, residence, frame: $450.
Gus. Lilly, residence, frame: $200.
E. Donahoo, residence, frame: $200.
R. E. Stockwell, bowling alley, frame: $1,000.
F. S. Jennings, residence, frame: $1,100.
J. H. Olds, residence, frame: $1,400.
T. A. Wilkinson, residence, frame: $550.
C. C. Stevens, residence, frame: $450.
B. M. Legg, residence, frame: $450.
A. J. Pyburn, addition: $150.
J. Bachelder, residence, frame: $650.
Miss Aldrich, residence, frame: $2,000.
Mrs. Martha Tucker, residence, frame: $650.
Andy Gordon, residence, frame: $200.
Mr. Dion, residence, frame: $400.
M. L. Bangs, addition: $100.
T. A. Wilkinson, lumber office: $350.
John Hoenscheidt, residence, brick: $2,200.
John Hoenscheidt, residence, brick: $280.
D. F. Long, residence, frame: $380.
W. Gillelen, residence, brick: $2,200.
C. S. Shue, residence, frame: $1,100.
C. S. Shue, residence, frame: $550.
McGuire & Neal, livery stable, frame: $450.
J. Hodges, residence, frame: $1,000.
Frank Manny, brewery and ice house, stone: $13,000.
Samuel Lindsey, residence, frame: $350.
Samuel Lindsey, residence, frame: $550.
Samuel Lindsey, residence, frame: $1,100.
Lynn & Gillelen, store room, stone granary, frame: $250.
Herman Jochems, residence, brick: $3,000.
B. F. Baldwin, residence, frame: $550.
O. Berkey, residence, frame: $550.
S. L. Hyde, residence, frame: $600.
R. Tegard, residence, frame: $250.
Schoolhouse, frame: $1,600.
Robert Allison, residence, frame: $700.
E. E. Bacon, residence, frame: $750.
John Foults, residence, frame: $200.
Sparr Bros., residence, frame: $600.
J. L. Rusbridge, residence, frame: $300. [Named "Rushbridge" at times.]
J. L. Rusbridge, residence, frame: $300.
Mrs. Hernaman, residence, frame: $100.
Mr. Lillie, residence, frame: $250.
James Allen, residence, frame: $350.
I. N. Randall, residence, frame: $1,000.
Geo. Martin, residence, frame: $200.
Northrup, residence, frame: $500.
Lee, warehouse, frame: $100.
C. A. Austin, paint shop, frame: $100.
J. Ex Saint, residence, frame: $700.
J. E. Platter, addition, residence, frame: $600.
J. Wade McDonald, addition, residence, frame: $300.
J. C. Fuller, addition, residence, frame: $150.
[EDITORIAL: WIRT WALTON.]
Winfield Courier, January 2, 1879.
We notice that many of our exchanges are highly complimenting Wirt W. Walton and urging his election as chief clerk of the House.
The Leavenworth Times says: "He is the best chief clerk Kansas ever had . . . . Has cast-iron `wind works,' for he can read all day and till ten o'clock at night, against all the noise that a hundred and twenty-five members can make, and he never fails to make himself heard all over the hall and never shows any signs of weakening. He is an extra good officer, and it is only `fair play' to say so."
[LETTER FROM "C." IN ARKANSAS CITY TO MILLINGTON.]
Winfield Courier, January 2, 1879.
FRIEND MILLINGTON:
I SKIPPED FIRST PART!
"During the past year this and Bolton Township have erected good and substantial bridges across the Walnut, east of town, and across the Arkansas, south of town. The country generally is improving rapidly. Newcomers are flocking and buying themselves homes. The business of our town, although not extensive, is increasing. We have now 17 business hours, besides the usual number of mechanic shops, all doing a thriving business; one bank, two hotels, two boarding houses, two livery stables, five doctors, four lawyers, three land agents, two justices of the peace, and one postmaster; also one newspaper, the Traveler. That, perhaps, you may have heard of, as it is the oldest newspaper in the county. It is ably conducted and "trooly loyal."
"By way of public buildings, our city can boast of having one of the finest schoolhouses in the State; three church edifices, two of them brick, the other frame. I had almost forgotten to mention, we have one saloon, where you can get something to `wash the dust our of your throat' when you come to the `head of navigation and the terminus of the railroad.'
"Quite a number of neat little residences have been put up this fall, so that our population is about 800, and in a year from now we expect to duplicate that number, as we are going to have the railroad and won't be compelled to ride in a buckboard when we go to the county seat. The bonds were carried by a large majority in our township.
"As B. did not answer your card, you will have to take this scribble from C."
[AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENTS: J. L. BERKEY AND S. H. MYTON.]
Winfield Courier, January 2, 1879.
Among the new business enterprises of Winfield is the well-known machine agent, Mr. J. L. Berkey, who has been engaged with S. H. Myton for the past season. Mr. Berkey is located on the corner of Ninth Avenue and Manning Street, where he will be found with a full line of Agricultural Implements, consisting of the well-known Walter A. Wood machines, all complete. Also the Keystone and Rock Island Plows, Corn Planters, Cultivators, Harrows, Corn Shellers, Mills, and everything from a hoe up to a threshing machine. Mr. Berkey came here about a year ago from Bloomington, Illinois, well recommended as a business man, who knows no such thing as fail; and we should judge from his vim and pluck that he will prove to be a valuable business man to our enterprising town. We wish Mr. Berkey success in his new enterprise.
[STONE SIDEWALKS.]
Winfield Courier, January 2, 1879.
Probably no city in the State in proportion to its size is so well supplied with excellent sidewalks as the city of Winfield. During the past year there have been constructed in this city 14,300 linear feet of the best flagstone sidewalks, put down in the best style.
[TUNNEL MILL.]
Winfield Courier, January 2, 1879.
The capacity of the Tunnel Mill is 6,000,000 pounds of flour and 1,000,000 pounds of corn meal per year. It has made in the past year about 4,000,000 pounds of flour and 1,000,000 pounds of corn meal.
[COURIER ADVERTISERS.]
Winfield Courier, January 2, 1879.
The Courier feels proud of its list of advertisers. No county newspaper in the state can boast a larger list or one made up of better, more honorable or more enterprising men. Here they are in alphabetical order.
ALLEN, JAMES, is the reliable steak carver of this city. He handles almost everything wanted in the line of steaks and pleases his customers.
ALLEN, J. E., is one our successful, responsible, and reliable attorneys at law. He has practiced many years, both in Illinois and in Winfield, and by his efficiency and genial good humor, has made a host of friends.
ALEXANDER, J. M., is an attorney of unquestioned responsibility and efficiency. He is one of the early settlers and brought to this place large sums, which he has largely and judiciously invested in real estate. He is one our most substantial citizens.
AMERICAN HOUSE. This popular house is presided over by J. M. Olds and his estimable lady, who furnish their guests with the most satisfactory fare.
ASP, H. E., is the youngest lawyer of our bar, but one of great promise. He is studious, and careful in his business and has manifested oratorical ability of a high order.
BACON, E. E., is a watchmaker and jeweler keeping a good stock. As a mechanic and engraver, he is second to none. His work is done with surprising ingenuity and neatness.
BAHNTGE BROS., are in the grocery business and keep the best goods in the neatest manner. It is a pleasure to trade with them. They own their magnificent store, one of the best in the city. Mr. Geo. L. Walker will be found behind their counter.
BAIRD BROS., keep a stock of general merchandise that would surprise an eastern man. They have one of the largest establishments in "Southern Kansas" and the amount of goods they dispose of is immense. They are gentlemen who please their customers and have a full corps of obliging salesmen, among whom are Mr. T. Southard and Mr. J. F. Holloway.
BEACH, D. C., is a reliable attorney at law of great industry and pleasing address. He is an orator of a high order and has attained fame as an editor.
BEST, D. F., is an industrious and energetic vender of sewing machines, organs, and pianos. He has a fine stock on hand of the best of their kinds, and shows them in the most gracious and pleasing manner.
BISBEE, A., makes boots and shoes in the best style and of the best material. He "gives them fits."
BIRNBAUM, R., makes cigars equal to Havana, besides keeping the best chewing and smoking tobacco, fruits, and confectionery. Gentlemen who are very particular to have good stock are satisfied here.
BLACK, C. C., is a young lawyer of great promise. He is "well heeled," having plenty of real estate and plenty of money loaned out. Last fall the Democrats had the good sense to nominate him for state treasurer and the flattering vote he received in this county shows how he is appreciated.
BLACK, DR. G., is one of the most reliable physicians and surgeons in the state; and in this very healthy climate, he has a very large practice. Everyone seems to believe in Dr. Black.
BLISS & CO., have one of the largest stocks of the city, in general merchandise. Spencer Bliss has been dispensing goods in this city many years and has made himself very popular. Elbert Bliss is a later arrival; but he is in the market, and contributing to the wide popularity of the house. C. A. Bliss is one of the earliest settlers and has always been an earnest and energetic business man. His large stone flouring mill which, with the water power, is worth scarcely less than $25,000; his fine residence, stores, and other real estate are the fruits of his business energy and enterprise.
BOLTON & HEIDY [?] are in the meat business, and although comparatively newcomers, are by their efforts to please their customers, building up a first-class trade.
BRADLEY, W. R., is the ingenious and reliable blacksmith of Tisdale. He is reported one of the best workmen in the county.
BROTHERTON & SILVER are dealing largely in all kinds of seeds, feed, agricultural implements, and machinery. The amount of business they do is very large. By their energy, industry, and obliging way of treating their customers, they may almost be said to have created their branch of business in this city.
BROWN & GLASS deal in drugs, paints, oils, books, stationery, etc. They have an immense stock and do a very large business. Brown does up things brown, and Glass is of the "can't break `em" kind. Customers are always pleased when dealing at this house.
BELL, DR. F. H., takes out your teeth if you have too many and gives you more if you do not have enough. He uses vulcanized rubber plate when required, and does up his work in the most finished style.
CENTRAL HOTEL is a popular resort for the weary traveler, and under the auspices of Mr. Sid Majors and J. Vance, two experienced hotel men, and their estimable ladies, this house has become popular among traveling men. The stage and express offices are kept at this house.
CHATTERSON, S. W., is a manufacturer of native lumber, and supplies his customers to order with dispatch.
CITIZENS BANK is one of the best managed and safest banks in the state. It has a large safe, burglar proof, combination and time locks, and is thoroughly secure. J. C. McMullen, its president, brought a large capital to this place and has built a residence that would do credit to any city. B. F. Baldwin, the cashier, is a young man of means and industry well known in this city. John D. Pryor, the vice president, is a talented accountant and familiar with his business, and A. W. Berkey, the assistant cashier, is quite experienced in the business. All are gentlemen of honor and reliability.
Winfield Courier, January 2, 1879.
Listed as a Courier Advertiser:
COLDWELL & COLDWELL are a law firm of high character and reliability. The elder has been on the supreme court bench in Texas and both are fine speakers and attentive to the business entrusted to them.
COLE, ED. G., deals out drugs, paints, oils, stationery, etc., in a very pleasing and agreeable manner. He is very careful in putting up prescriptions in which he has long practice under the tutelage of experienced druggists.
COLE, DR. D. V., is a physician and surgeon, late of Des Moines, Iowa, who comes here very highly recommended. He is a gentleman as well as a physician.
COOPER, DR. F. M., eclectic physician and surgeon, is making many friends and a large practice by his skill and gentlemanly bearing.
CURNS & MANSER are real estate, loan, and insurance agents of high character and reliability who transact their business with promptness and fidelity. They have built up a very satisfactory business and those who deal with them once, come again.
DEVER, J. M., is the popular baker of Winfield. He has a way of making everything which he turns out, a little better than is obtained elsewhere. He also keeps fruits and confectioneries.
DUNSCOMB, J. G., is one of the most enterprising merchants at Wichita. He keeps one of the largest general stocks of goods in the state and has a wide reputation for low prices and using printers ink.
EAGAN, G. H., is a young lawyer in Rock township. He is studious and an excellent writer, and has a future before him.
EMERSON, DR. G., is a physician and surgeon of great learning, skill, and reputation. He has a wide practice, which is becoming wider. Were this a less healthy country, he could not answer all his calls.
EXTON, JOHN, is the great Wichita coal dealer. He also sells cements, lime, etc., besides running an elevator and other business. At home he is held in the highest esteem.
FARRINGER, PROF. C., is one of the most skillful music teachers in the state. He teaches vocal music and performance on various kinds of instruments and keeps instruments for sale.
FLAG DRUG STORE is a new institution in Winfield, but opens up with a large stock in one of the best rooms in the city.
FRIEND, F. M., has one of the neatest stocks of silverware and cutlery. He has a fine stock of sewing machines and can supply a first rate article.
GILBERT & JARVIS loan money and practice law. S. M. Jarvis is a young man of talent, who has lived in the county for some time and has had additional experience in a neighboring county. He was recently admitted to the bar, and with his versatile talents he bids fair to become one of the shining lights of the bar. Mr. Gilbert is an excellent business man, and a pleasant gentleman.
GILES BROS. keep a first-class drug store and pay "special" attention to prescriptions. They are gentlemen of pleasing address and understand their business perfectly. They are enterprising and know how to advertise. Their trade is becoming very large.
GOLDSMITH runs the bookstore, newsstand, confectionery, fruit, and toy store at the post office. The amount of Christmas goods he has disposed of in the past two weeks would hardly be believed if told accurately. He is assisted by Mr. Snyder, an accomplished salesman in his line.
GREEN, A. H., is noticed in the Atchison Champion article on first page.
GUILD, E. B., is the great music man of Topeka. If you want a musical instrument of any kind, write to him and you can get what you want at low prices.
HARRIS, C. C., has money to loan. By the way, he is one of the owners of the Tunnel Mill, which used to advertise in the Courier, but it made their business too large and they had to quit.
HARTER & SPEED are energetic young men in the livery business. They keep fine horses and gay carriages and can suit almost anyone with a team. C. L. Harter is the popular sheriff of this county. A. D. Speed is bright, active, and popular.
HAZARD, EARNEST L., is in the meat, pelt, and fur business; and is building up a large trade. He had a large tree in front of his store hanging full of skins and game on Christmas Day.
HOENSCHEIDT, J., is an architect of skill and experience. His plans and drafts are done in the most beautiful style. He is active, energetic, and public spirited.
HOPE, L. H., has a stock of watches, jewelry, and silverware that is really magnificent. He is a young man of pleasing address and thoroughly understands his work. His brother assists him in the business.
HORNING, 76. We do not know that 76 is his Christian name, but he goes by that name and sells groceries like more than 60. He has a fine stock and knows how to sell them and makes his customers want to come again for more.
HUDSON BROS., are young men, born mechanics. They are in the jewelry, silverware, watch, and clock trade, and they know how to make and mend in the best of style. Their strict attention to business and pleasing manners are winning over an excellent trade.
HUNT, G. W., is a tailor who knows how to make a fit. He is one of the industrious men of this city and is always on hand and to be depended upon.
IOWA CITY NURSERY is an old establishment that has won a wide reputation, which has extended in wider circles until it has touched Winfield.
JENNINGS & BUCKMAN are young lawyers who have already won a reputation for talent and skill. Frank S. Jennings is an orator, and G. H. Buckman is most famous as a vocalist. He is a justice of the peace as well as lawyer.
JOCHEMS, H., is one of our leading hardware men. Always attentive to his customers, frank, and agreeable, and keeping a large and well answered stock, he has built up a trade of which he may well be proud. He has built a large and beautiful brick residence during the past summer.
JO'S SALOON is very remarkable in one respect. Joe Likowski has kept his saloon in this place for several years, in all which time we have never heard of a fight or disturbance of any kind in his saloon. Liquor always breeds rows elsewhere.
JOHNSON & HILL have the very largest and finest stock of furniture ever brought to Winfield, and they know how to dispose of them and please their customers. J. W. Johnson is an old hand at the business and an excellent mechanic. J. L. M. Hill is a very active, enterprising, and popular young man of fine business qualities.
JONES, PROF. T. J., is one of the first painters that ever came to Winfield, and the outside and inside of hundreds of houses, and various signs about this city, are the proofs of his skill.
KROPP, FRED, is a mechanic and inventor. He moves buildings with neatness and dispatch, and is ready for stone work.
LYNN & GILLELEN have one of the great general stocks of goods which are sometimes found in larger cities, and they are dispensing them in large quantities. John B. Lynn is the mayor of this city and is an able and genial business man. Warren Gillelen is a careful, active manager and skillful accountant. They are assisted by a corps of attentive and gentlemanly salesmen, among who are Batchelor, Shields, Carr, and Bowland. Everything wanted is quickly found in that long store. [Note: Paper had Linn...Wrong. MAW]
MARIS, W. H. H., is one of the early business men of this place, and is now largely in the lumber business, in which he has had quite a large trade. He also deals in agricultural implements and machinery. He was the first mayor of the city of Winfield and stands high in this community. He owns one of the best business buildings in the city.
MARTIN, GEO. W., is a skillful mechanic in the boot and shoe line and can make a neat fitting boot that will not make corns. He can be relied upon for good stock and good work.
McCOMMON & HARTER are young druggists of character, industry, and affability. They were schooled in drug stores and understand their business. They pay careful attention to prescriptions, which they make a specialty. They have a newsstand and various other accessories to their trade.
McGUIRE & CRIPPEN have one of the large general stocks of goods, and they are disposing of them in large quantities. T. M. McGuire is a pleasant and careful merchant. Mr. Geo. Crippen is an active salesman and popular with his customers. He is the leader of the band which furnishes music for the city.
McDERMOTT, J., is an attorney at law of very high character, talents, and reliability, and of wide experience. He is the county attorney for Cowley, has been a member of the state legislature from this county, and chairman of the republican congressional committee.
MILLER & KRAFT keep one of the neatest and best meat markets in the state and serve their customers with promptness. George Miller was in the business here some years ago and is popular with our citizens. Mr. Kraft has made himself very popular.
MOFFITT, JOHN, is the lumberman of this city. He keeps a very large stock of pine lumber, sash, and doors, and sells in large quantities. He is a pleasant, active gentlemen, attends to this business exclusively, and pleases his customers.
MYTON. S. H., is the great hardware merchant of Winfield. He has a magnificent brick store, which he owns, as well as much other real estate, and his stock embraces everything in the hardware line, in large quantities. His sales are probably greater than any other house in the line in Southwest Kansas. He has built up this trade and an honorable name for himself by his personal attention to business, fair dealing, sagacity, and enterprise.
NOMMSEN & STEUVEN are popular barbers and hair dressers. They have a pleasant room and do their work in a satisfactory manner.
O'BRIEN, J. H. builds cisterns on the most approved principles. His work has been a success.
PAYSON, C. H., is a young lawyer of great promise. He has paid some attention to politics, and is an orator of rare powers and ability.
PRYOR & PRYOR are one of the well established law firms in this city. They are men of large means, fully responsible, industrious, and strictly attentive to business. They have an extensive law library, and S. D. the senior, is reputed to be one of the best read lawyers in the State. J. D., the junior, is popular as a bank officer, loan, and insurance agent.
PYBURN AND BOYER are a law firm of character and reliability. A. J. Pyburn is State Senator, and his election when his party was a one-third minority is a sufficient proof of his popularity. W. M. Boyer is a justice of the peace of long standing, and the people seem determined to keep him here for life unless they promote him to a higher position.
Winfield Courier, January 2, 1879.
[This issue listed Courier advertisers.]
READ'S BANK. This is one of the institutions of Winfield. The bank occupies a large and fine brick building, keeps its funds in an enormous fire-proof safe, with burglar proof chest combination, and a time lock, and all modern safeguards. M. L. Read, the president, is a gentleman of character and abundant means. He owns a large amount of valuable real estate in this city and county, and is reputed one of the wealthiest men in the state. M. L. Robinson, the cashier, is one of the ablest financiers in the county, and under his skillful direction, success is sure. W. C. Robinson, his assistant, is an assistant indeed. Wilber Dever writes up the books. Each member of the force is a gentleman by instinct and habit.
ROBINSON, C. H., is one of the most genial, pleasant, large-hearted money loaners we have ever met.
ROBINSON & MILLER occupy classic ground. They are in the old log store of historic associations, and they honor their hall by turning out to their customers the best kind of furniture at satisfactory prices.
ROOT, W. C., & CO. This is the great boot and shoe house of Winfield. The store is well appointed and well filled with the best kind of goods at low prices. They carry one of the largest stocks in Southern Kansas. W. C. Root is one of the most pleasing gentlemen one ever meets, attends strictly to his business, satisfies all his customers, and we predict that his house will spread his fame far beyond the borders of this state.
SEWARD, O. M., is a young lawyer of skill and reliability. He is an affable gentleman as well as a vigorous attorney. His reputation as an orator is very high.
SMYTH, GEO. K., & CO. This is one of the leading houses in the West in the line of general merchandise. They have a headquarters in Wichita under the management and direction of J. C. Redfield, a gentleman widely and favorably known as the late popular receiver of the land office at Wichita. The fame of this house is widespread, and it is connected with the best houses in Kansas City, Parsons, and Humboldt.
STUMP, MRS. P., is extensively engaged in the millinery and dressmaking business, in which she has but few equals.
STUART & WALLIS have one of the best clothing and gent's furnishing houses in the State, and are gentlemen of affability, integrity, and energy. They are highly popular with their customers, and enjoy a very large and increasing trade.
SHENNEMAN & MILLSPAUGH are very enterprising and popular gentlemen in the livery business. They keep the best of teams and are always ready to accommodate.
SUSS, S., is a gentleman of very pleasing address, and very popular. He has a large and first- class dry goods and clothing house, where he pleases his customers with a large stock and low prices. Here you will find the popular salesmen, Ed. and Will Holloway, and it is a pleasure to be served by them. This house is destined to remain one of our leading institutions.
TERRILL & FERGUSON. Everybody knows and likes By Terrill and Cal. Ferguson. If they cannot please you with a good team when you want to go anywhere, nobody can. They have one of the best livery and feed stables in the State and understand their business. They also have a stable at Wichita, and their teams hired to go between the two cities may be left at either.
[NOTE: THEIR AD SHOWS "THE STONE LIVERY, FEED, AND SALE STABLE, 9TH AVENUE, EAST OF MAIN STREET, WINFIELD, KANSAS...AND SHOWS THE NAMES OF "TYRRELL & FERGUSON." ???]
THOMPSON, H., is one of the best stone masons in the country.
TORRANCE, E. S., has achieved an enviable reputation as a lawyer, and has acquired a legal practice second to few in the State. He held the office of county attorney of this county for four years, from 1871 to 1875, and gave such satisfaction that the people have thrust upon him the same office for two years to come.
WAGNER & HAWKINS are the popular physicians and surgeons of Dexter. Their practice and reputation are wide, and they are thoroughly well read in their profession.
WALKER, W. H., is the principal livery man at Arkansas City. He is well known throughout this whole region and is very popular.
WALLIS & WALLIS, by their excellent stock, enterprise, energy, integrity, and strict attention to business, in two years built up a large and flourishing trade in the grocery and provision line. Their uniform low prices are proverbial, and we consider their house as a permanent Winfield institution.
WALTER'S RESTAURANT. This is the popular resort of those who love good eating. Everything choice and delicate that can be obtained is served up to guests in the best style.
WEBB, L. J., has acquired a wide reputation as a lawyer. Having a quick, active intellect, he sees instantly all the points of his case, and being thoroughly acquainted with practice in the courts, he uses his points at the right time and to the best advantage. Few lawyers, if any, are more uniformly successful.
WESTON, J. T., is a hardware dealer and tinner who, in a short year and a half, has by his skill, energy, and strict attention to business, built up a very flourishing and reliable trade. It is such men who always succeed in a new and flourishing city like this.
WILDER BROS. make at Lawrence the best fitting shirts you have ever seen. They are strictly reliable, and an order with measure sent and kind of material named, will be filled satisfactorily.
WILLIAMS HOUSE is one of the best kept hotels in the State. Everything is clean and neat, the table is of the best, and the rooms are well furnished. Frank Williams and his estimable lady know well how to treat their guests, who always come again.
WILKINSON, T. A., is one of the energetic, stirring men of Winfield. He is always in business, sells lumber and agricultural implements, takes building contracts, and does his work up well and in time. He has been Superintendent of Public Instruction for two terms, in which office he was very efficient.
WINFIELD BANK. This is one of the Winfield institutions, and being established eight years ago, is the oldest bank in the place. It has a large safe, with burglar-proof and combination, and time locks, with other appliances for safety. J. C. Fuller, the proprietor, is a man of large means, being a very extensive owner of real estate. He is very careful and prudent in his transactions and perfectly reliable in every respect. From a long and intimate acquaintance, we have learned to place implicit trust in his honor. Neal Fuller is his gentleman cashier and attends strictly to his business.
WINFIELD FEED STORE. This is a new candidate for public favor. Messrs. Millington (not ourself) & Buell hope by strict attention to their business and fair dealing to merit a liberal patronage. We believe they will merit it.
WINFIELD HOUSE is a new hotel and boarding house got up in good style, and will merit a very large patronage. John M. Spencer, the proprietor, comes to us highly recommended.
VAN DOREN, DR., is a skillful dentist, has all the appliances of his profession, and is thoroughly well posted in his business. His work is very neat, and he is a pleasant gentleman to deal with.
YANKEE NOTION STORE is one of the nicest places in the city to trade at, and customers are waited upon by the fairest dealer in this line in the city. Mrs. Beach has an excellent stock and gives low prices.
YOUNGHEIM BROS. have a very excellent stock of clothing and gent's furnishing goods, and are building up a good trade. We advise buyers to call and see them.
[ADVERTISERS FOUND WITH ADDRESSES.]
Winfield Courier, January 2, 1879.
PATTERSON & SON. ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS. Office on Main Street, in Dever's Bakery.
G. W. HUNT. MERCHANT TAILOR. Ninth Ave., Winfield, Kansas.
HARTER & SPEED. (SUCCESSOR TO A. G. WILSON) Winfield Livery, Feed, and Sale Stable, At the Old Stand, South of Lagonda House, Winfield, Kansas.
H. JOCHEMS. DEALER IN HARDWARE, IRON, STEEL, TINWARE, STOVES, CHARTER OAK STOVES. TIN ROOFING AND BUTTERING A SPECIALTY. Main Street, East Side, Winfield, Kansas.
CURNS & MANSER. LAND, LOAN AND INSURANCE AGENTS. NOTARIES PUBLIC. Office on Main Street, opposite Courier Office, Winfield, Kansas.
D. F. BEST'S SEWING MACHINE & ORGAN ROOMS. MAIN STREET.
STUART & WALLIS, GENTS FURNISHING GOODS. East side of Main Street, Opposite Post Office. Winfield, Kansas.
WALLIS & WALLIS. GROCERIES & QUEENSWARE. East side Main Street, Winfield, Kansas.
T. A. WILKINSON. NEW LUMBER YARD. Would respectfully announce to the people of Cowley County that he has established a Lumber Yard in Winfield, at O. F. Boyle's old stand, on the corner south of the Williams House.
J. T. WESTON. HARDWARE, STOVE AND TIN STORE. Main Street, Winfield.
In the Page Building.
NATIVE LUMBER. Having moved my Mill to J. G. Titus' Farm, two and a half miles below Winfield, I am now prepared to Fill Orders For any kind of Native Lumber Promptly. Orders can be left at Winfield Post Office. S. W. CHATTERSON.
JOHN MOFFITT. LUMBER YARD AND OFFICE. Corner of 9th and Millington Streets, Winfield, Kansas.
WALTER'S CITY RESTAURANT, CONFECTIONERY, AND OYSTER SALOON. Opens in Manning's Block (rear of post office), Thursday, Oct. 24, with a new _____ [?] clean and neat in all its apartments.
BAHNTGE BRO'S., GROCERY LINE. Corner Main Street and 10th Avenue, Winfield, Kansas.
MILLER & KRAFT. Shop on Ninth Avenue. One door east of McGUIRE & CRIPPEN'S STORE.
W. H. WALKER, PROPRIETOR, CITY LIVERY & FEED STABLE. Opposite Stage Barn, Arkansas City.
FRED KROPP. MOVING BUILDINGS. Inquire for him at Moffitt's lumber office, next door to the Courier office, Winfield, Kansas.
J. H. O'BRIEN. PLASTERING & CISTERN BUILDING. Boards at Mrs. Whitehead's, one door north of Brown & Glass drug store.
CENTRAL HOTEL, MAJOR & VANCE, PROPRIETORS, WINFIELD, KANSAS.
This house, formerly the Lagonda, has recently been thoroughly renovated, remodeled, and furnished throughout with new furniture. Stages arrive and depart daily.
WILLIAMS HOUSE, FRANK WILLIAMS, Proprietor, Winfield Kansas. Opened Monday, September 10, 1877. A new brick building. Everything new, clean and attractive.
[COUNTY OFFICERS.]
Winfield Courier, January 2, 1879.
Judge 13th Judicial District.Hon. W. Campbell.
Board of County Commissioners.R. F. Burden, G. L. Gale, W. M. Sleeth.
County Clerk.M. G. Troup.
County Treasurer.T. B. Bryan.
Probate Judge.H. D. Gans.
Register of Deeds.E. P. Kinne.
Supt. Pub. Inst.R. C. Story.
Sheriff.C. L. Harter.
Coroner.M. G. Graham.
County Attorney.James McDermott.
Clerk District Court.B. S. Bedilion.
County Surveyor.N. A. Haight.
Deputy County Surveyor.J. Hoenscheidt.
[CITY OFFICERS.]
Winfield Courier, January 2, 1879.
Mayor.J. B. Lynn.
Police Judge.W. M. Boyer.
Members of the Council.T. C. Robinson, G. W. Gully, H. C. Manning, H. Jochems, C. M. Wood.
Clerk.J. P. Short.
Treasurer.J. C. McMullen.
City Attorney.N. C. Coldwell.
Marshal.C. C. Stevens.
[SOCIETY CARDS.]
DEUTCHER UNTERHALTUNGS VEREIN. J. C. KRAFT, Pres't. John Hoenscheidt, Sec'y.
ADELPHI LODGE, NO. 110, A. F. & A. M. M. G. TROUP, W. M. R. C. STORY, SEC'Y PRO TEM.
WINFIELD LODGE, NO. 101, I. O. O. F. M. G. TROUP, N. G. DAVIS C. BEACH, REC. SEC'Y.
WINFIELD CHAPTER, NO. 31, R. A. M. W. G. GRAHAM, H. P. S. C. BLACK, SEC'Y.
KNIGHTS OF HONOR, GEO. W. ROBINSON, DICTATOR. E. W. HOLLOWAY, REPORTER.
[CHURCH SERVICES.]
Winfield Courier, January 2, 1879.
CATHOLIC CHURCH. Services the first Sunday in each month at 10 o'clock a.m.
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. Rev. J. E. Platter, Pastor. Services every Sabbath at 11 a.m. and 7 ½ p.m. Sabbath School at 3 p.m.
M. E. CHURCH. Services every Sabbath at 11 o'clock a.m. and 7 ½ p.m. Sabbath School at 3 p.m.
BAPTIST CHURCH. Services every Sabbath morning and evening. Prayer meeting every Thursday evening. Sabbath School at 9 ½ a.m. All are cordially invited. J. CAIRNS, Pastor.
CHRISTIAN CHURCH. Elder Gans, Pastor, Services every Sabbath, morning and evening. Prayer meeting every Thursday evening. Sabbath School at 9 ½ o'clock a.m.
[HOTEL CARDS. (WINFIELD ESTABLISHMENTS.)]
Winfield Courier, January 2, 1879.
WILLIAMS HOUSE, FRANK WILLIAMS, PROPRIETOR.
AMERICAN HOUSE, J. H. OLDS, PROPRIETOR.
CENTRAL HOTEL, MAJOR & VANCE, PROPRIETORS.
[ATTORNEY CARDS. (WINFIELD)]
Winfield Courier, January 2, 1879.
PYBURN & BOYER [A. J. PYBURN/W. M. BOYER] ATTORNEYS AT LAW, WINFIELD, KANSAS. OFFICE IN PAGE BUILDING.
CHAS. C. BLACK, ATTORNEY AT LAW. OFFICE WEST SIDE MAIN STREET, UPSTAIRS, BETWEEN 8TH AND 9TH AVENUES, WINFIELD, KANSAS.
A. H. GREEN, ATTORNEY AT LAW, AND REAL ESTATE AGENT.
LELAND J. WEBB, ATTORNEY AT LAW, WINFIELD, KANSAS. OFFICE UPSTAIRS, ROOM 1, IN BAHNTGE BROS. BUILDING, CORNER MAIN STREET AND NINTH AVENUE.
JOHN E. ALLEN, ATTORNEY AT LAW. OFFICE 9TH AVENUE, NEXT DOOR WEST OF CITIZEN'S BANK, WINFIELD, KANSAS.
JAMES McDERMOTT, ATTORNEY AT LAW, WINFIELD, KANSAS. OFFICE IN STONE BUILDING, 9TH AVENUE.
HENRY E. ASP, ATTORNEY AT LAW. OFFICES UPSTAIRS IN MANNING'S BLOCK, WINFIELD, KANSAS.
GILBERT & JARVIS [S. L. GILBERT, NOTARY PUBLIC; S. M. JARVIS, ATTORNEY AT LAW], OFFICE UPSTAIRS IN BAHNTGE'S NEW BLOCK.
J. M. ALEXANDER, ATTORNEY AT LAW. AT STONE OFFICE, EST OF POST OFFICE, ON 9TH AVENUE.
COLDWELL & COLDWELL [C. COLDWELL/N. C. COLDWELL], ATTORNEYS AT LAW. SOUTH SIDE 9TH AVENUE, JUST EAST OF MAIN STREET.
CHAS. H. PAYSON, ATTORNEY AT LAW. OFFICE UPSTAIRS IN MANNING'S BRICK BUILDING, CORNER MAIN STREET AND 9TH AVENUE.
DAVID C. BEACH, LAWYER AND NOTARY PUBLIC. OFFICE WITH CURNS & MANSER, MAIN STREET.
PRYOR & PRYOR [S. D. PRYOR/J. D. PRYOR], ATTORNEYS AT LAW AND NOTARIES PUBLIC.
O. M. SEWARD, ATTORNEY AT LAW. OFFICE OVER McCOMMON & HARTER'S DRUG STORE, WINFIELD, KANSAS.
E. S. TORRANCE, ATTORNEY AT LAW. OFFICE UPSTAIRS, IN MANNING'S BRICK BLOCK, WINFIELD, KANSAS.
JENNINGS & BUCKMAN [F. B. JENNINGS/G. H. BUCKMAN], ATTORNEYS AT LAW. OFFICE OVER READ'S BANK, WINFIELD, KANSAS.
[PROFESSIONAL CARDS (WINFIELD)]
Winfield Courier, January 2, 1879.
DR. GEO. EMERSON, PHYSICIAN, SURGEON AND OBSTETRICIAN. OFFICE IN McCOMMON & HARTER'S DRUG STORE, UPSTAIRS.
F. H. BULL, DENTIST. ROOMS UPSTAIRS, IN E. C. SMITH'S BUILDING.
DR. VAN DOREN, DENTIST. OFFICE AND RESIDENCE IN THE PAGE BUILD ING, UPSTAIRS.
[MISCELLANEOUS CARDS (WINFIELD)]
Winfield Courier, January 2, 1879.
J. HOENSCHEIDT, ARCHITECT. OFFICE NORTH SIDE 9TH [?]...COULD BE 10TH...VERY HARD TO READ.
THOMAS J. JONES, PRACTICAL PAINTER. OFFICE UNDER READ'S BANK.
[MORE ABOUT WIRT WALTON.]
Winfield Courier, January 9, 1879.
Below we give some of the endorsements that "our Wirt" has received from Kansas newspaper men during the past few weeks. They are certainly very flattering and we think all our people should feel a lively interest and be proud of the success achieved by this rising young "son of our soil."
At present the indications are that Mr. Walton will be re-elected with very little opposition.
I SKIPPED THE REST...GOES ON AND ON.
[PERSONALS.]
Winfield Courier, January 9, 1879.
Mrs. Mansfield's parrot died last Monday. This is a historic bird, having been immortalized by Wirt Walton when he was localizing for the Courier.
Winfield Courier, January 9, 1879.
Mr. Wm. Dawson and Mr. James Anderson, of Dawson & Son's marble works at Independence, were in the city during the holidays. They intend to start a branch of their marble works in this place.
Winfield Courier, January 9, 1879.
C. C. Harris has leased his interest in the Tunnel Mills to the Harter Bros. Mr. Harris is now a "gentleman of leisure" and will spend his time doctoring his ears, which he had the misfortune to freeze one day last week.
Winfield Courier, January 9, 1879.
Mr. Will Robinson is the last of the old "Bez'que Club," since Mr. Baldwin has left him alone. Will not some kind-hearted young lady come and pluck this "last rose of summer" and not leave him to "pine on the stem."
Winfield Courier, January 9, 1879.
FARMERS! Bring your corn, oats, potatoes, apples, butter, eggs, chickens, etc., to us and receive in cash the highest market price therefor. WINFIELD FEED STORE, north side Ninth Avenue, next door west of Citizens Bank.
Winfield Courier, January 9, 1879.
I would respectfully announce to the citizens of Winfield and surrounding country that I have opened business in Dr. Fleming's drug store, and feel myself competent to repair any and all clocks and watches, etc. R. B. TRUESDALE.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
Senators Patterson, Garland, and Grover, who in behalf of the Senate Committee on Territories, have conducted an inquiry into the condition of affairs in the Indian Territory, will be ready next week to report to the full committee. They have agreed to recommend the enactment of legislation by Congress, which shall provide,
1. For the establishment of a United States court in the Indian Territory, to possess both criminal and civil jurisdiction.
2. That all Indians comprising the five nations shall be made citizens of the United States, amenable to Federal laws and competent to serve on juries of the United States Courts, etc.
3. That lands now held in common shall be divided and held in severalty, but inalienable for a limited term of years.
The sub-committee do not at present recommend the establishment by Congress of a regular Territorial Government for these Indians, but to provide merely that they shall be entitled to representation by delegates.
The sub-committee will probably advise the insertion in the proposed bill of a proviso that the conditional land grants which the various railroad companies desiring settlement in this territory have announced themselves ready to relinquish shall be formally relinquished. The recommendations of the sub-committees will probably be endorsed by a majority of the full committee. But the entire product of legislation is strenuously opposed by authorized legal representatives of the six Indian nations. Walnut Valley Times.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
Our Representative, M. R. Leonard, W. M. Sleeth, of the county board, and Col. W. M. Whiteman, Ponca agent, passed up to Wichita on Friday.
The steamboat Cherokee still lies bound up in icy chains, unwept, unhonored, and unsung.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
Miss Ella Grimes is wrestling with the boys at the Centennial schoolhouse.
"Victory" school house in dist. No. 115 still remains in an unfinished condition and a monument of emptiness, as regards school-keeping.
J. W. Browning has sworn off going to Wichita and will now abide his time till the railroad arrives.
Miss Henrietta King has prestige at Thomasville schoolhouse, and enjoys the enviable reputation of teaching the best school ever taught in that building.
C. L. Swarts puts on pedagogical airs at Enterprise No. 93.
Our enterprising citizen, R. Tannehill, has completed a pork packing house, and is busily engaged salting down his fifty head of fine fat hogs, which will average 300 pounds dressed.
[PERSONALS.]
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
Our city schools are running over with scholars.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
District 13 has perfected the organization of its library association.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
Mrs. Amy Chapin has begun teaching in district 115, Pleasant Valley.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
Miss Fannie Pontious closed her term of school in district 22 on the 8th.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
C. L. Swarts has been engaged to teach the school in district 93, Beaver Township.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
The Jarvis school, district 30, supports a literary, the session being on Wednesday evening.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
McGuire & Crippen are selling out their stock at cost and are to give up their store soon to a new firm, who are to start a boot and shoe store.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
DIED. Mr. S. D. Pryor has just received a postal card stating that E. B. Kager is dead, and that his body would arrive at Arkansas City on last Tuesday for burial.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
The Sheridan school, district 47, has a grammar school twice a week, on Tuesday and Saturday evening, conducted alternately by Sol. Smith and Emery Johnson.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
The Methodists have secured the services of the Rev. C. A. Musgrave of Cincinnati, as pastor of their church until the next conference. Mr. Musgrave is a young man of marked ability.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
The young folks are indebted to Dr. and Mrs. Emerson for a delightful evening spent at their residence on Wednesday of last week.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
Representatives Manning and Leonard and Senator Pyburn, who represent Cowley County in the Legislature of this State, went to Topeka last week, and they will be on hand to attend the inaugural ceremonies the 31st inst.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
We are informed that the Deutcher Underhaltung Verein are making arrangements for a phantom ball on the 22d of February, Washington's birthday. It will be a regular old fashioned sheet and pillow case dance.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
A. H. Green still continues to send off in the mails loads of advertisements and newspapers. We think Cowley County is getting to be very well known in the East, and when the weather moderates Green will be crowded with land buyers thicker than ever.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
Dawson & Son are putting up a building on the corner of Ninth avenue and Millington street. They are going to start a branch of their marble works at Independence. Mr. Wm. Dawson will have charge of the business at this place.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
We have been alarmed a number of times and have grabbed for our note book, thinking we were going to get a runaway local upon seeing a team of horses dash around a corner seemingly without a driver; but upon closer observation have found a shingle hitched behind, and a man seated upon it, evidently enjoying a fine sleigh ride.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
A necktie festival for the benefit of the Crooked Creek Library Association is to be held at Crooked Creek Schoolhouse on Friday evening Jan. 31, 1879. The price of a necktie is to be 50 cents. Those not desiring neckties can have their supper for 25 cents each and those just wishing to look around can look for 10 cents. All efforts are being put forth by the energetic executive committee to make it an enjoyable occasion and all should turn out.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
At a regular meeting of Winfield Lodge No. 479, K. of H., on Monday evening, January 6th, the following officers were installed for the present term by W. G. Graham, G. D. of the State: G. W. Robinson, P. D.; T. R. Bryan, D.; W. O. Johnson, V. D.; David Berkey, A. D.; Hiram Brotherton, Guide; E. W. Holloway, R.; W. C. Robinson, Treas.; A. Howland, F. R.; H. D. Gans, Chaplain; J. F. Snyder, G.; S. H. Myton, S. This lodge is in a prosperous condition, having forty-two members, with many applications for membership.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
A gentleman by the name of Chandler will, in a few weeks, open a dry goods store in the room formerly occupied by B. E. Johnson.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
All persons interested in the promotion of horticultural interests in Cowley County are hereby requested to meet at the office of H. D. Gans, in Winfield, on the 1st day of February,
A.D., 1879, at 1 o'clock p.m. to consider the best course to be pursued in furtherance of uniform and systematic advancements therein. C. J. BRANE, G. W. ROBINSON, H. D. GANS, L. N. LARKIN, and others.
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
MR. EDITOR.The following named pupils have the average standing attached to their respective names, on a scale of 10, for the last school month ending December 20th, 1878.
Mary Orr, 9 ½; Lilly Wilson, 8; Maggie Limbocker, 8 ½; Mary E. Curfman, 8 ½; Archie Harlow, 8 ½; Elmer Curfman, 9; Richard Morgan, 8 ½; Mattie Baird, 7 ½; Clara Limbocker, 7; Bell Curfman, 8 2/3; Samuel Wells, 6 ½; Maggie Wilson, 9 2/3; Annie Orr, 9 2/3; Minnie Larimer, 9 1/3; Oscar Curfman, 9; Jimmie L. Baird, 9; Minnie Burton, 9 2/3; Emma McGee, 9 ½; H. U. Curman, 9 2/3; George Carter, 9 2/3; Frank E. Limbocker, 7 ½; Earnest Wilson, 6 ½; Fred Limbocker, 8 2/3. Total number of pupils enrolled to-date 46. Number of visitors this month 18. A. B. TAYLOR, Teacher.
MR. EDITOR.. . . plenty of snow and good sleighing. A party of young folks from the neighborhood were pleasantly entertained by a dance at the residence of Miss Ella Davis, near New Salem, on Christmas night. Walter had the misfortune to call Mr. J. J. Johnson, up from his warm couch to look at a straw stack burning two miles away. J. J. says it is thin to call a man up at that time of night simply to fool him. The hop at Mr. L.'s on New Years night was a success. Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves, especially Sam and Upton. The festival at our school house was well attended and everybody happy. Rev. Lahr and lady visited the Fairview school a few days ago. The festival at Maple Grove was a success. The literary is still in progress. Yours truly, ANONYMOUS.
[THE COURTHOUSE TO BE REPAIRED.]
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
The county commissioners, at their meeting on last Monday, adopted the plans of our architect, John Hoenscheidt, for the repairing of the courthouse, and we think thereby they acted very wisely. The plan calls for a wing 20 x 20 feet, two stories high, on west and east side of old courthouse; also two sets of vaults for the safekeeping of all the records, documents, and funds of the district clerk, county clerk, register of deeds, probate judge and treasurer. It will also enlarge the present rooms for the last four mentioned county offices and the court hall. It further contains two jury rooms about 10 x 10 feet, a county attorney's office, and consultation room, a county surveyor's and superintendent's office, and in fact it is planned so as to compete with the arrangements and accommodations of a first-class courthouse, and is equal to, if not better, than the Greenwood County courthouse, except in price, and when completed will be an ornament to our city and a credit to our county; and we are assured that the plan adopted will meet the indorsement of every citizen of this county. The vaults mentioned will be built independent from the balance of the structure and made fire-proof, and the treasury vault is to be made fire and burglar proof. These vaults alone were needed long ago and are worth to the county at least double the amount of the supposed cost of the whole repairs and addition, which is estimated at about $3,000, for it is a known fact that if fire ever would break out in the building the whole records would be unsafe, and if destroyed, would cost the county at least $10,000 to restore them. Not too much credit can be given to the architect and the wise action of the county commissioners for adopting said plans and taking such steps, and every citizen and tax-payer ought to be thankful that this great improvement can be made at such a reasonable low rate of expense. We are informed that sealed proposals for the labor and material for said repairs will be taken at the county clerk's office as soon as the plans and specifications are completed, and will be opened on Monday, the 3d day of February, 1879.
[TEACHERS' EXAMINATION.]
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
On the 31st day of January, at Arkansas City, Dexter, and Winfield, an examination will be had of applicants for teachers' certificates. At that time questions upon the metric system and upon the best methods of teaching of the English branches will be submitted to every candidate, and exact and comprehensive answers to these questions will be expected. Teachers should govern themselves accordingly. An examination will be held in Winfield March 28th. Work will begin at 9 o'clock a.m. R. C. STORY, Co. Supt.
[BILLS AGAINST THE COUNTY PRESENTED AND PASSED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS...WILL NOT LIST CLAIMED OR ALLOWED!]
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
Board of County Commissioners met in regular session [January 6, 1879]. Present: R. F. Burden, W. M. Sleeth, and G. L. Gale, commissioners, James McDermott, county attorney, and M. G. Troup, county clerk.
Among other proceedings had, bills against the county were presented and passed upon by the board as follows.
For what purpose.
N. A. Haight, road survey.
G. R. Green, road viewer.
A. D. Edwards, road viewer.
J. Brannon, road chainman.
D. P. Francisco, road chainman.
D. Francisco, road marker.
N. A. Haight, draughting.
G. W. Robinson, school ex.
J. T. Shepard, pauper bill.
McCommon & Harter, merchandise.
T. R. Bryan, treas. salary. [$536.07]
M. G. Troup, county treasury, salary. [$471.00]
J. T. Weston, merchandise.
D. Long, jail repairs.
C. L. Harter, sheriff's fees.
J. H. Finch, bailiff's fees.
C. L. Harter, jailor's bill.
R. C. Story, co. supt. salary. [$200.00]
T. B. Yers, furniture repairs.
Wayne Bitting, juror's fee.
R. C. Story, expr. charge.
H. D. Gans, pro. judge fees.
W. L. Gillelen, co. treas. com.
S. M. Jarvis, co. treas. com.
Geo. Knowles, repair. desk.
J. M. Read, painting desk.
Juror's fees:
Geo. Emerson.
C. M. Wood.
S. F. Miller.
W. J. Hodges.
A. A. Jackson.
E. C. Seward.
Witness fees:
C. C. Krow.
John Wilson.
J. V. Hines, pauper bill.
Wm. Butterfield, pauper bill.
R. C. Story, postage.
F. W. Schwantes, road dam.
N. A. Haight, road survey.
J. D. Maurer, road viewer.
R. C. Maurer, road viewer.
L. B. Bullington, road viewer.
C. W. Jones, road chainman.
Wm. Hillier, road chainman.
J. P. Craft, road marker.
L. H. Hope, clock.
S. Dodsworth & Co., envelopes.
F. Jennings, school examiner.
H. Jochems, merchandise.
Burt Covert, bailiff's costs.
E. S. Bedilion, clerk's costs.
Johnson & Hill, chairs.
J. M. Read, glazing.
S. Dodsworth & Co., books.
Drawing Jury:
C. L. Harter.
G. H. Buckman.
W. M. Boyer.
E. S. Bedilion, clerk's costs.
LIST WENT ON AND ON LIKE THIS.
NOTED:
J. McDERMOTT, COUNTY ATTORNEY, SALARY: $250.00
F. Williams, boarding jury.
W. G. Graham, coroner's costs.
J. H. Finch, constable's costs.
S. Suss, pauper bill.
Johnston & Hill, coffin. [$10.00]
A. J. Hastine, burying pauper. [$10.00]
G. Gray, digging grave. [$4.00]
Geo. Emerson, medical service.
J. M. Alexander, office rent.
S. H. Myton, fuel and merchandise.
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: PAID $51.00 EACH.
[WINFIELD LODGE, NO. 101, I. O. O. F.]
Winfield Courier, January 16, 1879.
The following officers of the Winfield Lodge, No. 101, I. O. O. F., were installed last Thursday evening.
M. B. Shields, N. G.
D. C. Beach, V. G.
John Hoenscheidt, R. S.
E. S. Bedilion, P. S.
Max Shoeb, Treas.
J. G. Kraft, R. S. to N. G.
J. H. Vance, L. S. to N. G.
J. E. Allen, W.
D. W. Southard, C.
J. W. Curns, Chaplain.
B. M. Terrill, R. S. S.
Will Hudson, L. S. S.
John Smiley, I. G.
C. C. Stevens, O. G.
A. W. Davis, R. S. to V. G.
T. C. Robinson, L. S. to V. G.
J. S. Blue, Host.
Total number of members 52.
[A NEW RAILROAD PROJECT.]
Winfield Courier, January 23, 1879.
A NEW RAILROAD PROJECT is receiving some attention here at present. For some time the Garrisons, now largely interested in the Missouri Pacific and Wabash railroads, have had an eye on Kansas. The schemes of these men have forced the Santa Fe company to what they have agreed to do in the Southern part of our State. They now propose to begin at an early day the construction of two lines of railroad both starting east of Paola, at the Kansas State line, and extending one through Ottawa to this point, and the other through Garnet, Leroy, Coyville, Howard, and Winfield. The road is now graded from Paola to Leroy, a distance of sixty miles. Your correspondent is satisfied that they will soon commence the construction of this road that many of us have so often built on paper of rainy days at Winfield. Men of capital are now convinced of what we have so long feltthat it would be one of the best paying roads in the State.
The Missouri Pacific is one of the best constructed, equipped, and operated roads in the west. It would give our products a direct route to market and the sharpest possible competition. If it can be secured to our county, who of our citizens will be so crazy as to oppose it? L.
[EXTENSION OF MISSOURI PACIFIC.]
Winfield Courier, January 23, 1879.
Our capital correspondent notices the organization of a company for the extension of the Missouri Pacific into this part of Kansas. The incorporators are Cornelius K. Garrison, William R. Garrison, John P. Kennedy, and Francis R. Raby, of New York City; Oliver Garrison, Daniel R. Garrison, Isaac L. Garrison, David K. Ferguson, and Webb M. Samuel, of the city of St. Louis; Joseph L. Stephens, of the city of Boonville, in the state of Missouri; Alfred Ennis, of the city of Topeka; William Sprigs, of the city of Garnet; and Allen B. Lemmon, of the city of Winfield, all in the State of Kansas, the same persons being also appointed Directors.
The St. Louis and Topeka papers speak most hopefully of the success of the proposed enterprise. Mr. Lemmon refused to have anything to do with the scheme until satisfied that the parties concerned were abundantly able and fully decided to construct the road. We expect to have much to say of this project in future.
[GERMANS IN WINFIELD WANT TO BE TAUGHT GERMAN LANGUAGE.]
Winfield Courier, January 23, 1879.
It is said that the Germans of this city have secured a German teacher, Professor Backus, a gentleman of high education, for the purpose of establishing a private school, in which the German language will form a special branch of study. We wish them success.
[BAPTIST CHURCH OFFICERS FOR 1879.]
Winfield Courier, January 23, 1879.
The Baptist Church elected the following officers for the year 1879.
James McDermott, treasurer.
Rev. Mr. Rigby, clerk.
C. A. Bliss, Lewis Stevens, James McDermott, R. C. Story, and E. S. Bliss, trustees.
Col. J. C. McMullen and John D. Pryor have been added to the board of trustees as a building committee. Plans and specifications for a new building will be submitted soon.
[WINFIELD AMATEUR DRAMATIC ASSOCIATION.]
Winfield Courier, January 23, 1879.
The Winfield Amateur Dramatic Association, which was organized last winter, had a meeting on last Saturday evening to attend to the election of officers and other business. The following were elected officers.
W. M. Allison, president.
George Walker, vice president.
Will R. Stivers, secretary.
E. E. Bacon, treasurer.
T. A. Wilkinson, manager.
Several new members were taken in, and it was decided that the company give a dramatic entertainment in a short time.
[DEUTCHER UNTERHALTUNG VEREIN - WINFIELD]
Winfield Courier, January 23, 1879.
The Deutcher Unterhaltung Verein of this city has engaged Judge Miller, of Eldorado, to deliver a lecture on the subject, "Unwritten History of Kansas," on next Friday evening, at Manning's Opera House. The Judge has secured the reputation of being one of the best lecturers of Kansas, and has received crowded houses and the commendations of the press wherever he delivered one of his spicy lectures.
Judge Miller is one of the first settlers of Kansas, coming here in 1853, and during his practice as a criminal lawyer has received ample experience to be able to give a history of Kansas which will be of interest to every Kansan; but as this lecture is arranged by our German Society, who make a success of everything they undertake, we are assured that the lecture will receive a crowded house. We understand that this lecture is the first of one of the so-called "Home Lectures," and the price of admission is fixed so low that everybody is enabled to attend.
[BUILDING WITH STONE/LAND DEEDS/TAXES.]
Winfield Courier, January 23, 1879.
EDITOR COURIER.In traveling over the county I see that many farmers are using stone in building dwelling houses, stables, barns, smoke-houses, fences, and other prominent improvements. This is wise, for such work when well done is done for a life-time. Our county is blessed with an excellent quality of stone for building, and our farmers cannot do better than to use it in making substantial improvements on their farms. I hear considerable talk about legislation to compel settlers on claims either to deed or to give place to those who will deed. The burdens of taxation should be borne by all, not by a few. Many of our farmers have been on claims for five years, cultivating and improving them in every manner. Would it not be well for them to secure these homes by deeding? Congress might require every settler now on undeeded land to file an application for his land. Upon this a tax-title or something akin to it might be given the applicant, bestowing upon him the right to hold his land so long as his taxes are paid up, losing it when failing to pay his part of the public burdens. So mote it be. O. T. R.
Winfield Courier, January 23, 1879.
The funeral of E. B. Kager took place on Wednesday with Masonic honors. He was laid away in Mount Airy Cemetery.
A new jeweler has settled among usa Mr. McClure from Detroit. We need another shoe-maker and a tailormen that will not object to cut or put on a patch at reasonable rates. As it now stands, these mends cost as much as a new pair of boots or shoes are worth.
Things are looking up since the bond election on the railroad question. A few are coming in, in anticipation.
The thaw is causing our streams to run so that a general breakup is anticipated. The Cherokee is ready to start down and two boats ready at Little Rock to start up as soon as there is a rise in the river.
General Tisdale visited us on Sunday and is pleased at prospects and thinks of settling here.
Col. David Thompson starts for Iowa this morning the 21st.
[We suppose the Traveler and our correspondent allude to J. C. McMullen. We will say that the Colonel has no thought of leaving Winfield, that his residence is one of the finest in the state, and that he is one of our most valued citizens.Ed.]
Traveler correspondent said: "I see by the shadow of what was once the Traveler that you are about to lose one of your citizens, who is about to return to his first lovenot being appreciated as he thought his worth demanded."
[FROM RICHLAND CORRESPONDENT: DEEDS AND TAXES.]
Winfield Courier, January 23, 1879.
MR. EDITOR:We up here are being exercised somewhat over our rights, and there are two nearly equal sides so far as members go; that is, there are fifteen tax-payers on real estate in our school district, and twelve holders of claims, that pay no tax on real estate, and nearly all of them have run over their timein fact, some of them three of four years over the time given by law. There has been for some time a listlessness in deeding, and the tax-payers are getting very restless under the heavy burden of tax to build a school-house and keeping up a school in the district and other taxes beside; consequently, they called a meeting of all interested on both sidesa sort of neighborly gatheringand talked the matter over, then adjourned one week; then held another meeting, talked some more, and adjourned again till next Saturday night. These meetings are conducted in good order, and I think will be a good thing for all concerned. One side claims they are not able to deed yet, while the others say when they deeded, money was worth from thirty to fifty percent, and now can be had at less than half what they were obliged to pay; and further, that they have had time to make their improvements before being called on to deed, while the first that deeded had to make their payments on their land before they could raise much of a crop. Then the claimholders say what they did raise was worth so much more than it is now.
We are having now a semi-weekly mail from Winfield to Polo, also three times a week from Douglass, and are going to try for a new post office between Polo and Floral, to be kept at S. W. Phenix's house.
(Our Richland Sunday school is prospering finely. The attendance is now from 65 to 70.)
[KANSAS NEWS.]
Winfield Courier, Thursday, January 30, 1879.
Cowley County is receiving a large immigration.
City Clerk J. P. Short has been appointed to take the census of Winfield.
Ex-County Treasurer E. B. Kager, of Cowley County, died in Colorado recently.
[GENERAL ITEMS.]
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
Go to the new tin shop 3 doors south of Bahntge's Block. The roofing and guttering a specialty.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
The Masonic Lodge and the Knights of Honor have obtained a handsome organ for their lodge room.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
Hon. John Francis, state treasurer, received of fifteen county treasurers on Tuesday, 14th inst., the sum of $105,532.74.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
O. M. Seward is one of the persons appointed by the county commissioners to investigate the funds in charge of Tom Bryan.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
J. G. Titus was at Wichita last week. He says Wichita people do not like the idea of losing the terminus of the road. He is in receipt of many letters from friends inquiring for lands in this county, all of which he answers promptly.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
Loads of live fat hogs are continually passing through our city on the way to Wichita.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
Quarterly meeting services at the M.E. church next Sunday, February 2d, conducted by the Presiding Elder, Rev. A. H. Walter.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
We would call attention to the "ad" of the new firm of Dawson & Son, marble dealers. They have had years of experience and can get up as fine a tombstone or monument as can be procured anywhere. This is the first enterprise of the kind that has been started in the city and they will undoubtedly have plenty to do.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
August Kadau, on Ninth avenue, east of Main street, keeps a first-class stock of leather, and is one of the best shoemakers in the city. Call and see him.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
The creditors of Mr. S. Suss, met in this city on the 31st to select their assignee and transact other business in relation to the matter of the assignment.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
Mr. A. H. Beck is about to build a photograph gallery in this city, and will also run a real estate office. Mr. Beck is a wide-awake gentleman and we predict his success.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
The city census just taken officially shows a population in the city of Winfield of 2,071.
[PERSONALS.]
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
Mr. C. F. Bahntge left last Sunday for Joplin, Mo., where he intends to be married February 4th, and then to go to Charleston, S. C., on a wedding tour. He will be absent about two months.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
Mr. W. C. Briant, of Floral, exhibited to us the other day a patent churn which seems to us to be just the thing. It is simple in construction, and we should judge would be always in order, requires little power, works with a swing, and has all the convenient attachments to assist in handling the cream. It is arranged for warming or cooling with warm or cold water, and the temperature is adjusted and indicated by a thermometer for its introduction in this county, and believe he will meet with flattering success.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
The Baptists of this city are making arrangements to build a new church edifice. Their present building is quite insufficient for their present wants, to say nothing of prospective wants in the near future. . . .
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
We were pleased to make the acquaintance of Drs. Pitman & Metcalf, who have lately lodged in our city. These gentlemen come highly recommended, and will undoubtedly succeed in establishing a large practice.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
This gentleman is one of the Winfield landmarks of 1870. His was once the only general store in the town. He brought to this place a fair capital, and plenty of energy, shrewdness, and tact. He has been foremost in many enterprises for the public good and in the building of the fine stone Baptist Church, of which we were so proud in that early day, his money and enterprise were the leading factors.
He has a good farm in the country nearby, a fine residence in the city, three or four of the best business lots on Main street, on which are good buildings, and other city property; is principal owner of one of the largest stocks of goods in this city; and last, but not least, he is the owner of the best flouring mill in Southern Kansas, if not in the state.
The Winfield Mills of C. A. Bliss have attained a wide fame, particularly for the excellent quality of their flour. The brand "OUR BEST" made at this mill is not inferior to the best St. Louis brands.
It is because of such men as Mr. Bliss that Winfield is on the high road to greatness and wealth.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
The new machine shops on north Main street are now completed and running, and are a credit to the town as well as to the proprietors. It is intended, the coming summer, to erect a foundry in connection with the machine shops, which will supply a want long felt by our farmers.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
Why does not someone move in the matter of building a schoolhouse in this city? Everyone admits the necessity, and as a matter of economy there can be no doubt of its advisability. Someone must attend to the matter. Who shall it be? You must not depend upon the editor of the COURIER. He cannot attend to all these things. Call a meeting and decide what shall be done. We think the school board should call the meeting and everybody should turn out. It is an important matter. Wake-up! Stir around!
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
DIED.At her home in this city, Thursday, January 23rd, at 12 o'clock m., Mrs. Mary C. Boyer, wife of W. M. Boyer, Esq.
She had been in ill health for about four years and was confined to her bed for two months previous to her death. She was born in New York [city/date unknown]. Met Mr. Boyer in Maryland. From thence they moved to this place in 1872, where she has resided since. She leaves a husband and two children, a bright boy of 13 years and a little girl 8 years old, besides a mother and several brothers and sisters. The funeral took place on Saturday last at 10 o'clock a.m. Rev. J. E. Platter officiated.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
We learn that Mr. Herman Floatman, living in the east part of the county, had the misfortune to lose his house by fire one day last week. It is supposed that the fire caught from a spark falling on the roof. Mr. Floatman is a worthy man and deserves the sympathy of the entire community.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
The school at Green Valley is in a flourishing condition; two of the boys have graduated and left schoolH. Hopkins and F. W. Wentz.
The spelling-school last Tuesday evening was a success. Miss Davis, from the Beck school, and some of her scholars were there.
Miss Ella Olmstead and Miss Anna Martin are taking music lessons with Mrs. Rothrock.
Enos Harlan is going to Iowa to visit friends.
Cowley ahead again! Mr. R. Kimble has discovered gold in vast quantities in his well.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
James Fahey has begun the erection of a stone and brick building on Ninth Avenue, east of Main Street.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
The Rev. Harrison, pastor of the M.E. church, has just concluded a series of meetings at the Centennial schoolhouse. Twenty-seven persons united with the church.
The Norman Brothers have their new mill in operation and are grinding feed and meal for all comers.
W. F. Shaffer sold 80 acres of upland prairie to A. J. Scott: price $700; temporary buildings and 60 acres under the plow.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
District No. 1: WINFIELD.
Geo. W. Robinson
Emma Saint
Sarah Aldrich
Sarah Hodges
Mary Bryant
Allie Klingman
Ioa Roberts
Connected with Winfield. District Number
Alice Aldrich 48
Mattie Minnehan 43
Mina Johnson 13
Celina Bliss 9
Mrs. Alice Bullock 106
R. A. O'Neill 77
A. B. Taylor 21
Ella Freeland 50
Maggie Stansbury 108
Ida Carey 97
Elia Hunt 90
John Bower 12
F. Starwalt 49
S. T. Hockett 64
Fannie Pontious 22
Larah E. Sitton 31
District No. 2: ARKANSAS CITY.
C. H. Sylvester
Mrs. L. M. Theaker
Connected with Arkansas City. District Number
T. J. Rude 51
Lizzie Landis 42
Chas. Hutchings 89
J. M. Hawthorn 6
Albertine Maxwell 32
Charles Swarts 80
H. G. Blount 41
J. O. Wilkinson 69
Risdon Gilstrap 33
Frank A. Chapin 10
L. E. Norton 53
Flora Finley 34
James Perisho 62
District No. 20: FLORAL.
G. B. Richmond
Connected with Floral.
Squire Humble 19
District No. 45: TISDALE.
E. A. Millard
Connected with Tisdale.
S. A. Smith 47
District No. 30: MOSCOW.
R. B. Hunter
District No. 26: LITTLE DUTCH.
T. J. Floyd
Connected with Little Dutch.
R. B. Corson 81
District No. 52: NEW SALEM.
Ella Davis
Connected with New Salem.
Sarah Bovee 39
[Miss] Ray Nawman 55
District No. 14: LAZETTE.
Mary A. Tucker
Connected with Lazette.
H. T. Albert 15
Emma Burden 95
M. Hemenway 94
District No. 5: DEXTER.
W. Trevett
Connected with Dexter.
W. E. Merydith 54
R. C. Maurer 7
Allie Hardin 88
Viola Hardin 88
S. F. Overman 56
Alpha Harden 29
District No. 84: CEDAR VALE.
H. P. Attwater
Connected with Cedar Vale.
Alice Dickie 79
N. P. Seacord 56
James Seacord 83
District No. 60: POLO.
Thos. B. Kidney
Connected with Polo.
Mrs. Sarah Hollingsworth 74
District No. 18: BALTIMORE.
Lou Bedell
District No. 24: ROCK.
Electa F. Strong
Connected with Rock.
E. Limoric 25
Simeon Martin 29
District No. 72: RED BUD.
J. T. Tarbet
Connected with Red Bud.
R. A. Hall 91
District No. 73: DOUGLAS.
L. L. Hollinger
District No. 11: BUSHNELL.
L. McKinley
Connected with Bushnell.
Sadie Davis 71
District No. 85: SILVERDALE.
Jennie Scott
District No. 8: OXFORD.
Hattie McKinley
District No. 107: OTTO.
E. B. Poole
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
TEACHERS OF COWLEY COUNTY:
In 1878 the following circular was sent out by the State Superintendent. Circumstances prevented my submitting the matter therein to your attention. The object of this work is an excellent one, and it is not too late to begin the desired work. In a short time sample pages of paper, fools-cap size, showing headings and rulings, will be sent to every teacher in the county. Can you not put on record the work of your classes? Let some subject be taken every week, or every month if time permits, and have the pupil write the questions and answers on fools-cap paper, using but one side of a leaf. This work, when completed, should be collected and sent to my office. It is intended to use all material thus sent in to make an educational exhibit at our next county fair. Read the circular carefully, then follow its suggestions.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
STATE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION,
TOPEKA, KANS., NOV. 10, 1878.
DEAR SIR:Most teachers require of their students occasional written exercises in study, recitation, and examination. The value of such exercises is unquestioned. It is now proposed to use them in the collection of the material for an educational exhibit that shall show what is actually being done in all the classes of every grade of schools in the state. Your cooperation in this undertaking is earnestly solicited.
It is proposed that this collection shall be divided into three sections, viz."
1. Common or country-school work.
2. Graded-school work.
3. The work of higher institutions of learning, including the State University, State Agricultural College, Normal School, and denominational colleges.
To make such a collection valuable, the work should be prepared on a plan that should be followed strictly by all participating schools. To aid in securing uniformity of work, the following rules are respectfully suggested:
1. All exercises should be prepared on paper uniform in size and ruling with the enclosed.
2. The work should be collected by classes; every member of the class should be represented, either by work, or by a sheet of paper on which the teacher shall give the reason of the child's failure.
3. Use pen and ink in making all written exercises.
4. Specimens of work should be collected from time to time as the teacher thinks best. These should illustrate(a) methods of study, (b) recitations, (c) examinations. During a term, every member of each class should be required to prepare several papers.
5. Students should not be given time for special preparation for this work. The papers should show the average work of each student, nothing more. Teachers should require their students to be prepared to put themselves upon the record at any time. By so doing, they can make the preparation of these exercises an excellent incentive to study.
6. In assigning a written exercise in study, recitation, or examination, the teacher should announce the time to be given for its preparation, and at the expiration of that time, he should collect all papers and note the exact time in which they had been prepared. These papers should be fastened together and put in covers similar to those sent herewith.
Students' work prepared as herein suggested, can be made a very interesting part of a school examination. It will give parents and others a better idea of the teacher's methods, and the actual progress made by students than can be obtained in any other way.
The next meeting of our State Teachers' Association will be held at Lawrence. Is it not possible to make a collection of school work an interesting and valuable feature of that meeting?
If you think so, and if you are willing that your work shall be compared with that of others, you are requested to begin to make such a collection at once. Attend the meeting of the Association, if you find it possible, and bring your "fruits" with you. If unable to be present at the meeting, send your work by express, addressed to me, and it will be placed on exhibition. It is proposed, finally, to place the collection in the office of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, where it may be examined at any time.
Very respectfully, your ob't servant,
[ADS.]
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
J. T. WESTON has just opened a new Hardware, Stove and Tin Store.
Main St., Winfield (In the Page building).
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
D. F. BEST'S Sewing Machine & Organ rooms/Main Street.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
GILES BROS., NEW CASH DRUG STORE, 3 DOORS NORTH OF THE WILLIAMS HOUSE, WINFIELD, KANSAS. Drugs, Paints, Oils (all kinds), Varnishes, Glass, Putty, Lamp Chimneys, Patent Medicines, Fancy and Notion Goods, Perfumery of the first class, Fine Cut and Plug Tobacco, and Cigars, Snuff, etc.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
WALLIS & WALLIS GROCERIES, and QUEENSWARE, Fancy candies, canned fruits, and everything usually kept at a first-class Grocery house. Our stock of candies and canned fruits, which is the largest ever brought to Winfield is ENTIRELY NEW.
East Side Main Street, Fords old stand, Winfield, Kansas.
Goods delivered to any part of the city free of charge.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
BLISS & CO., GENERAL MERCHANDISE, Pioneer Store of the County. 228, Winfield, Kansas.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
C. A. Bliss, WINFIELD CITY MILLS, Does Merchant and Exchange Work.
Flour always on hand for sale at low rates.
Large orders from abroad solicited.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
STUART & WALLIS has received an extensive stock of FALL CLOTHING and Gent's Furnished Goods! Comprising all the Latest styles of Clothing, Hats and Caps, Paper and Linen Collars, Neckties, Cravats, Silk Handkerchiefs, and Gent's Underwear. East side of Main Street, Opposite Post Office, Winfield, Kansas.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
H. JOCHEMS, Dealer in Hardware, Iron, Steel, Tinware, Stoves, Mechanic's Tools of All Kinds, Charter Oak Stoves, Tin Roofing and Guttering a Specialty. Main Street, East Side, Winfield, Kansas.
Winfield Courier, January 30, 1879.
CURNS & MANSER, Land, Loan and Insurance Agents, Notaries Public. Office on Main St., opposite COURIER Office, Winfield, Cowley County, Kansas.
Winfield Courier, Thursday, February 6, 1879. Front Page.
ADDRESS Of Dr. W. G. Graham, Delivered at the Installation of the Officers of Winfield Chapter No. 31, Royal Arch Masons, Winfield, January 13, 1879, was given on the front page....did not bother copying it...VERY LONG.
Winfield Courier, February 6, 1879. Front Page.
EDITOR COURIER:With your permission I shall be pleased to take up a portion of space in your valuable paper in the discussion of some matters pertaining to existing laws.
I shall confine my remarks to that portion of our statute law which relates to procedure civil before justices. It may appear somewhat presumptuous for me to undertake to criticize that which has stood the test of years, but my apology is that I think that the code can be improved, and now, while it is passing under review at the capital, who knows but this may meet the eye of some lawgiver and thus bring forth fruit.
First, As to the jurisdiction of justices of the peace, in civil cases, sec. 1, chap. 81, gen. stats., makes their jurisdiction "co-extensive with the county wherein they have been elected, and wherein they shall reside." What an engine of oppression! To illustrate, John Doe, living in Maple Township in the northwest corner of Cowley County, has a claim of $5.00 against Richard Roe, living in Silverdale Township in the southeast corner of Cowley County. Joe Doe brings action before some justice of Maple Township, and the constable travels 45 miles t