CHARLES C. BLACK FAMILY.

First item to appear re “Black.” Does not give a first or second name...

Winfield Courier, Saturday, January 18, 1873.

ELLIS & BLACK, General Dealers in Groceries, etc.

Corner of Main and Ninth Street.

GENERAL MERCHANDISE.

Winfield Courier, Saturday, January 18, 1873.

New Sign. Ellis & Black, the enterprising successors of T. H. Benning, in the corner store, have ornamented the front of their establishment with a new and neat sign, the workmanship of T. J. Jones.

Excerpt from lengthy article...

Winfield Courier, Thursday, May 8, 1873.

[From the Atchison Champion.]

WINFIELD, KAS., April 24, 1873.

Society here is excellent. It is like society in the old States. Last evening, through the kindness of Maj. Davis, we enjoyed the pleasure of attending an exceedingly pleasant social party at Major and Mrs. Davis’ furnished suit of rooms in the Lagonda House. Mrs. Peyton, the landlady, from the old Buckeye State, was present; and Mrs. Davis, formerly of St. Joseph, and Miss Eudailey, from Kentucky. Messrs. Black and Byler entertained the company with very agreeable and beautiful, comical and sentimental songs and music, the latter upon the guitar, violin, and banjo. The music was highly appreciated by all, as well as the excellent lemonade and cake. To Mrs. Sprague, a genuine Massachusetts Yankee, the party is indebted for many a good hearty laugh. R. A. H.

Only showing one item re Dr. Black. Do not think he was related to C. C. Black.

Winfield Courier, Thursday, May 15, 1873.

Dr. Black, hailing from Des Moines, Iowa, publishes his professional card in this issue.

AD: DR. BLACK (late of Des Moines, Iowa), PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON.

Back to Ellis and Black...

Winfield Courier, Thursday, May 22, 1873.

If you want nice fresh cocoa-nuts go to Ellis & Black’s for them. “We know how it is ourself,” for through the kindness of Mr. Ellis we tried them to our own satisfaction.

First references to Charley Black...

Winfield Courier, Thursday, July 24, 1873.

Charley Black has come home again.

Winfield Courier, December 12, 1873.

The Co. Commissioners at their last meeting accepted the Courthouse. And the contractors, Messrs. Stewart & Simpson, take this method to return thanks to their bondsmen, S. C. Smith, Charley Black, R. B. Saffold, Hiram Silver, S. H. Myton, Rice & Ray, J. J. Ellis, J. D. Cochran, M. L. Read, J. C. Blandin, John Lowry, and C. A. Bliss, for the confidence reposed in them when they were entire strangers, and to say that they are honorably discharged from any further obligation on account of the Courthouse.

Unknown who this “Black” might be...

Winfield Courier, January 9, 1874.

Last Friday Mr. Titus dug his potatoes on the Black farm near town and they turned out in good condition.

Winfield Courier, February 20, 1874.

We walked into Ellis & Black’s last night, as we often do, to borrow a couple of peanuts, when we saw, what we thought at first, were a couple of ghosts; but on close examination we discovered them to be only J. J. Ellis and Charley Harter, who were so exhausted after the enormous sales of the day that they looked like ghosts.

Winfield Courier, March 27, 1874.

Charley Black returned from his trip to Illinois last Saturday.

[THE CANTATA.]

Winfield Courier, March 27, 1874.

The cantata of Esther the beautiful Queen, which was rendered at the courthouse last Monday and Tuesday nights, was a splendid affair in every instance, and is universally pronounced to be the best home talent entertainment ever given in Winfield. The adaptability of each player to the particular part assigned them was a noticeable feature, and each performed their part so well that we dare not make “any invidious distinctions.”

We cannot however avoid mentioning those who took the more prominent parts. Mrs. M. A. Arnold as Queen, Rev. J. P. Parmelee as King, E. C. Manning as Haman, A. T. Stewart, Mordecai; Mrs. W. D. Roberts, Zeresh; Miss Kate Johnson and Miss Mary Braidwood as Maids of honor; Charles Black, Harbonah (the King’s Chamberlain); Ed. Johnson, Hegei; A. A. Jackson, Hatach; W. L. Mullen, High Priest. They could not be surpassed in any city in the land. Miss Helen Parmelee as organist deserves special mention, as very much depended on her, always prompt, making no mistakes. The chorus was good, and taken as a whole, we venture to say that Winfield will not soon witness the like, and few towns in this country with their home talent could produce so splendid a spectacle. Too much cannot be said in praise of Prof. A. D. Battey, who drilled the class, and superintended the performance to its close.

First reference to C. C. Black...

Winfield Courier, May 1, 1874.

It having been left with the various school Superintendents in each county to select representatives to the July session of the Musical Academy which meets in Leavenworth, Messrs. C. C. Black and C. A. Hays have been appointed by Prof. Wilkinson. No better selection could have been made.

Winfield Courier, July 24, 1874.

Charley Black presented this office with a box of choice cigars on the strength of his late matrimonial venture and those of our force who use the weed, are happy.

[MARRIED: CHARLES C. BLACK AND MARIAN E. BRAIDWOOD.]

Winfield Courier, July 24, 1874.

MARRIED. On the 4th day of July, 1874, at the Congregational Parsonage, Winfield, Kansas, by the Rev. J. B. Parmelee, Charles C. Black and Miss Marian E. Braidwood.

[MARRIAGE LICENSES: JULY, 1874.]

Winfield Courier, July 31, 1874.

The following is a list of the marriage licenses issued by the Probate Judge, for the month of July.

Chas. C. Black, to Marian E. Braidwood.

Winfield Courier, September 18, 1874.

Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Black have taken up their residence in this city. This change will be hailed with pleasure by the numerous friends of Mr. Black and his estimable lady.

Winfield Courier, September 18, 1874.

The firm of Ellis & Black has dissolved, Chas. Black having purchased the interest of Mr. Ellis. Everybody likes Charley and all will be rejoiced to hear that he will continue the business as usual at the old stand. Mr. Ellis does not leave the store, but will always be found behind the counter ready to accommodate his numerous friends and customers, so that the only apparent change is the firm name, which is now simply “Chas. C. Black.”

Winfield Courier, September 18, 1874.

A Card.

The undersigned, having purchased the interest of J. J. Ellis, will continue the business at the old stand of Ellis & Black, and invites the continued patronage of the public.

CHAS. C. BLACK.

Winfield, September 14, 1874.

Winfield Courier, September 18, 1874.

DISSOLUTION NOTICE.

The partnership heretofore existing between J. J. Ellis and Chas. C. Black is this day dissolved by mutual consent. Chas. C. Black retains the business, assumes all firm debts, and is authorized to collect and receipt for all accounts. All persons knowing themselves indebted to the firm, will please call and settle with him immediately.

J. J. ELLIS, CHAS. C. BLACK.

Dated Sept. 14th, 1874.

Winfield Courier, October 15, 1874.

A LARGE STOCK of Queensware coming in at Blacks.

Winfield Courier, October 22, 1874.

Mr. Brettun, grandfather, and Burt Crapster, a cousin of Chas. Black, arrived in town yesterday evening. They expect to spend the winter here.

Winfield Courier, October 29, 1874.

EVERYTHING in the glove line at Blacks, embracing Men’s Buck Gauntlets, Men’s Chinchilla Back Gauntlets, Men’s Heavy Plymouth driving, Men’s Light Plymouth driving,

Men’s Heavy Kid driving, Men’s Casimere Back driving, Ladies’ Fine Buck Gauntlets, Ladies’ Fine Kid Gauntlets, Ladies’ Alexander, genuine, Men’s Berlin, Boy’s half gauntlets, Men’s and boy’s sheep mitts, Men’s and boy’s Calf mitts, And other styles too numerous to mention, comprising The Largest and Best Stock of Gloves and Mitts Ever Brought to this market. Call early and make your selections.

AT BLACKS.

Also a full line of Hats and Caps.

A good Cap for 50 cts.

Unknown: Which Mrs. Black the following refers to...

Winfield Courier, November 5, 1874.

Mrs. Howard and Black, at the Ladies’ Furnishing Store, have just received a large and select stock of millinery goods, of all kinds, and they have advertised a grand opening on next Saturday. The ladies will all walk in and look at the finery of course.

AD: READ!! READ!! MRS. L. H. HOWARD, Has just received a large assortment of Ladies’ Furnishing Goods. The Finest and Best Styles of Hats, Flowers, and Ribbons, ever brought to Southern Kansas. Laces, Collars, Gloves, Parasols, Hosiery. New Style Hair Goods. Notions, etc., All of which will be sold at the LOWEST CASH PRICES.

Reference to Black’s chandeliers is very obscure...

Winfield Courier, November 19, 1874.

Notwithstanding the inclemency of the weather last evening the sociable at Capt. Lowrey’s was quite a pleasant affair. The magnificent parlors lit by one of Black’s improved chandeliers were thrown open and playing, singing, laughing, and talking was the order of the evening. Mrs. Lowrey, the Misses Stewarts, and Miss Bryant, the numerous hostesses, were very attentive to their guests, which made anything but enjoyment impossible.

Winfield Courier, November 26, 1874.

A small conflagration, which might have been more serious but for the energetic efforts of those present, occurred last Saturday evening at the store of C. C. Black. Shortly after the lamps were lighted in the evening, Charley Harter bethought him that the chandelier needed filling, and being at the time in the oil business, having just drawn some for a customer, he took a quart measure and proceeded to replenish the illuminator. While thus engaged the oil in the measure unexpectedly ignited from one of the burners, and Charley, with the blazing can grasped firmly in his fist, glided swiftly toward the door. The air from without upon coming in contact with the flames carried them back into the face of the torch-bearer, and compelled him to deposit his burden upon the floor. His somewhat excited tones brought J. J. Ellis to the rescue with a couple of blankets, which he spread over the blaze, overturning the can, and giving the flames a new impetus.

The excitement now became intense, as the window curtain went up like a flash and the fire started along the counter. Jack Cruden pushed the calico from the counter, and grasped a blanket with which to whip the fire into submission.

Tom Braidwood pulled down and dragged out the line upon which was suspended shawls, scarfs, etc., while Ellis leaped the counter and rescued the mosquito bar which hung in front of the shelves.

Just at this juncture a new actor appeared upon the scene in the shape of Burt Crapster staggering under the weight of a pail of water in each hand, a skillful application of which put a dampener upon the ardor of the flames, and quiet was soon restored.

The total loss amounted to about twenty-five dollars.

This experience goes to show that while blankets may be just the thing for extinguishing blazing coal oil, water is what is needed for gasoline. It is a well known fact, also, that as a fire extinguisher, water has but few superiors, and one pail-full at the commencement of a fire is worth a cistern-full when the flames are well underway, and as no precaution has as yet been taken by our citizens, we would suggest that each businessman follow the example of Charley Black by keeping a full barrel of water standing at their doors ready for use in case of an emergency.

We hope our citizens will attend to this matter without further delay. Remember the adage, “An ounce of preventative is worth a pound of cure.”

Winfield Courier, December 17, 1874.

The Winfield Institute.

The members of the Winfield Institute met at the courthouse last Monday evening and elected a board of directors, consisting of W. Q. Mansfield, T. E. Johnston, D. A. Millington, Rev. J. E. Platter, J. C. Fuller, Rev. N. L. Rigby, J. B. Fairbank, Chas. C. Black, and E. B. Kager. According to arrangement they met last evening and elected from the number a president, secretary, and treasurer, to-wit: D. A. Millington, president; W. Q. Mansfield, secretary, and T. K. Johnston, treasurer.

Among the objects sought to be accomplished by this movement is the establishment of a public library and reading room, and it is the intention of the directors to make all necessary effort to insure success. To this end, therefore, donations of books are solicited from all who are friendly to the enterprise, and of those desirous of becoming members of the Institute. Books will be taken in payment of dues, if desired. Standard works in good condition, on history, theology, science, travel, fiction, and miscellaneous literature will constitute the library; and it is intended to furnish the reading room with a selection of the leading publications, periodicals, and magazines of the day.

Winfield Courier, January 21, 1875.

A young man named Joe Straidler, formerly in the employ of J. G. Titus of this place, took it into his head to raise the “wind” slightly, on his own hook a day or two ago. So being fully aware of the stringency in the money market, especially in Cowley, devised a by no means original plan whereby to replenish his much depleted exchequer. He drew up a note, and unlawfully, and feloniously attached thereto, such “filthy lucre” raising names as J. G. Titus, and C. C. Black. The note, so well endorsed, was presented by this young man to the Arkansas City banks for “shave.” Luckily, however, the signatures of the drawers were well known there, and after a careful comparison with those on the note, they were found not to be identical. Whereupon word was dispatched to Messrs. Titus and Black, who struck right out in quest of Joe, and much to his discomfiture, found him, and brought him before Justice Boyer, where he waived examination and was sent to jail.

Joe certainly acted cutely in making the note. It was drawn for $114.69, the cents giving it the appearance of exactness. But Joe erred in offering to shave these gentlemen’s paper so ruinously, as their paper is not the kind which goes a begging for buyers. No doubt Joe is well enough satisfied as he is boarding at the expense of the county.

The following “Black” children were probably those of Dr. Black...

Winfield Courier, February 4, 1875.

A report was given relative to pupils attending grammar and intermediate departments of Winfield schools by W. C. Robinson. “The efficiency of our schools is much hindered by tardiness and irregular attendance. Parents will oblige us by aiding in overcoming this difficulty.” Students in different departments were listed.

Intermediate Department.

Georgie Black. Ida Black.

Winfield Courier, February 4, 1875.

A dog went through one of Charley Black’s front windows last Saturday.

Winfield Courier, February 18, 1875.

On Tuesday last, Charlie Black shot and killed a very large beaver. On examination, it was found to have but three legs, one of the fore ones being off at the first joint. The knowing ones say that some time or other this dam builder had been caught in a trap, and to secure freedom, had cut its own leg off. Charlie was accompanied by Capt. Hunt, Reuben Rogers, Jasper Cochran, and L. J. Webb. The party killed 51 rabbits and several ducks.

Winfield Courier, February 25, 1875.

J. J. Ellis, well known here as the senior member of the firm of Ellis & Black of this place, but who has been out of business for some time, starts for Kentucky next week with his family, where he will reside in the future.

Winfield Courier, April 1, 1875.

MARRIED. In another column will be found the marriage notice of Will. M. Allison to Miss Annie Braidwood. Did we have the time we might write ecstatically on the subject; but as we have not, the “happy pair” must be content with our best wishes for their future happiness and prosperity.

MARRIED.

ALLISON - BRAIDWOOD. At the residence of Charles Black, Esq., Winfield, March 31st, 1875, by Rev. N. L. Rigby, Mr. W. M. Allison and Miss Annie Braidwood.

Winfield Courier, April 8, 1875.

At the city election held here last Monday, the following city officers were elected.

Mayor: D. A. Millington.

Police Judge: W. M. Boyer.

Councilmen: Charles C. Black, James M. Dever, Jonathan Newman, N. H. Powers, and M. G. Troup.

The contest was very close, there being a tie for Mayor, which was decided by lot for Millington.

Winfield Courier, April 15, 1875.

BIRTH. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Charles C. Black, April the 14th, 1875, an 8 lb. daughter—their first born child.

[CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS: APRIL 12, 1875.]

Winfield Courier, April 15, 1875.

City Council Proceedings.

The City Council met at the office of Curns & Manser, April 12th, 1875, at 7½ o’clock, in pursuance of a call. Present: D. A. Millington, Mayor; Jonathan Newman, James M. Dever, M. G. Troup, Chas. C. Black, Councilmen; J. W. Curns, City Clerk.

The call was read as follows:

STATE OF KANSAS, County of Cowley, City of Winfield,

To D. A. Millington, Mayor of the City of Winfield, greeting:

The undersigned members of the Council of said city would respectfully request that you call a special meeting of the Council of said city to be held on Monday, the 12th day of April, 1875, at 7½ o’clock, p.m., at the office of Curns & Manser, in said city, for the object and purpose of prescribing, by Ordinance, the times for holding the regular meetings of the Council of said city.

Councilmen, JONATHAN NEWMAN,

JAMES M. DEVER,

CHARLES C. BLACK.

In pursuance of the above request, I hereby call a meeting of the Council of the said city of Winfield, to be held at the time and place, and for the object and purpose in said request specified. D. A. MILLINGTON,

Mayor of the City of Winfield.

Ordinance No. 50, fixing the times of holding the regular meetings of the Council was read, and on motion adopted by section as read.

The vote on the final passage of said Ordinance resulted as follows: Yeas—Chas. C. Black, Jonathan Newman, James M. Dever, M. G. Troup—total 4. Nays—none.

On motion Council adjourned. J. W. CURNS, City Clerk.

Winfield Courier, April 22, 1875.

Council Proceedings.

April 19th, 1875.

The Council met at Curns & Manser’s office at the usual hour. Present: D. A. Millington, Mayor; M. G. Troup, C. C. Black, James M. Dever, Councilmen.

The minutes of the called meeting of April 12th were read and approved. M. G. Troup was placed in nomination and duly elected as president of the Council for the ensuing year.

It was moved and carried that the Mayor be empowered to appoint a finance committee for the ensuing year. M. G. Troup, C. C. Black, and James M. Dever were appointed as said finance committee.

It was moved and seconded that the council agree to pay four dollars per month for the use of the upper room of the building situate on lot 6, in block 102, from this date until April 1st, 1876, to be used as a council room. Motion carried.

The following bills were presented and referred to the finance committee and reported favorably thereon and allowed.

Bill of J. M. Reed, clerk of election: $2.00

Bill of John Austin, removing dead dogs: $.50

An ordinance to provide for the appointment of a Clerk, Treasurer, Marshal, and City Attorney for the city of Winfield, and defining the duties and pay of the same, and providing for bonds of city officers was presented and read. On motion said ordinance was referred to a committee of the whole.

J. C. Fuller filed his consent and petition as the occupying resident owner of out lots No. 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, and 14, in said city, and of the territory adjacent thereto on the east, and outside of the city, to have added from said adjacent territory to the city so much land as will make said out lots 150 feet wide east and west, and make the eastern limit of said city 150 feet east of the east line of Andrews street, in said city.

An ordinance in relation to extending the city limits on the east was presented and read. On motion said ordinance was duly adopted by sections. The vote on the final passage of said ordinance was as follows:

Yeas—M. G. Troup, C. C. Black, James M. Dever. Nays—none.

On motion the ordinance in relation to liquor license and the subject of general license was referred to a committee of the whole.

Winfield Courier, April 29, 1875.

City Council Proceedings.

The Council met at Council room, April 26th, 1875. A quorum being present, and there being no fire in said room, on motion adjourned to meet immediately at the office of Curns & Manser.

The Council met at the office of Curns & Manser in pursuance of adjournment.

Present: D. A. Millington, Mayor; J. M. Dever, M. G. Troup, C. C. Black, N. M. Powers, Councilmen; J. W. Curns, Clerk.

The minutes of last meeting were read and approved.

It was moved and carried that the City Clerk be authorized to procure a warrant record for this city.

Joseph Likowski and Reinhardt Ehret made application by petition for a dram shop license. Said petitions were read and on motion were referred to a special committee of three, appointed by the Mayor, to report on said petition to this Council at an adjourned meeting to be held on Friday evening next. J. M. Dever, M. G. Troup, and N. M. Powers were appointed on said committee.

W. M. Allison presented a bill of $4.60 for printing; Z. T. Swigart presented a bill of $40.00 for marshal; John Austin presented a bill of $1.50 for removing dead dogs; all of which were referred to the finance committee.

It was moved and seconded that the Council go into the committee of the whole to consider the Ordinances in relation to license. A motion was made to amend by inserting the words “with the Mayor in the chair,” which carried. The question recurring on the original motion with the amendment was carried.

After duly considering the subject of licenses, the committee prepared an Ordinance in relation to the sale of intoxicating liquors, and one in relation to the appointment, duties, and pay of city officers, which were recommended for passage by the committee.

On motion the committee arose from a committee of the whole, and the Council proceeded to pass on an Ordinance in relation to the sale of intoxicating liquors. On motion said Ordinance was read and duly passed by sections. The vote on the final passage resulted as follows: Yeas—J. M. Dever, M. G. Troup, N. M. Powers, C. C. Black. Nays—none.

On motion adjourned to meet Friday evening next. J. W. CURNS, City Clerk.

Winfield Courier, May 6, 1875.

City Council Proceedings.

The Council met at council room, May 1st, in pursuance of adjournment. Present: D. A. Millington, Mayor; N. M. Powers, M. G. Troup, C. C. Black, Councilmen; J. W. Curns, City Clerk.

The minutes of the last meeting read and approved.

The bill of John Austin of $1.50 for removing dead dogs, bill of Z. T. Swigart of $40.00, services as Marshal for the month ending April 24th, 1875, bill of W. M. Allison of $4.60 for publishing election proclamation, were reported favorably on by the finance committee and duly allowed and ordered paid.

The special committee to whom was referred the petitions of Joseph Likowski and Reinhardt Ehret for draft shop license, reported that after examining said petitions that they were of the opinion that the petitions contained a majority of the bonafide residents of lawful age. On motion report of the committee was received.

Moved and seconded that a license be granted to both petitions. Motion carried.

On motion adjourned. J. W. CURNS, City Clerk.

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Council met May 3rd. Present: D. A. Millington, Mayor; N. M. Powers, M. G. Troup, C. C. Black, and J. M. Dever, Councilmen. Minutes of last meeting read and approved.

An ordinance to provide for the appointment of a clerk, treasurer, marshal, and city attorney, and defining the duties and pay of the same, was read and duly passed. The vote on the final passage was as follows: Yeas, Dever, Black, Powers, Troup. Nays, none.

The mayor with the consent of the council appointed J. C. Fuller, treasurer, and J. E. Allen, city attorney, in and for the city of Winfield.

An ordinance in relation to riding or driving upon sidewalks, was read and duly passed. Vote on final passage as follows: Yeas—Dever, Troup, Black, Powers. Nays—none.

On motion adjourned. J. W. CURNS, City Clerk.

Winfield Courier, July 1, 1875.

Mr. S. L. Brettun and family, who have been visiting Charlie Black, of this place, left for their home in Illinois last Monday morning. Burt Crapster went with them, and will attend college there this summer.

Winfield Courier, July 22, 1875.

Fred Hunt is clerking at Black’s. Wilber Dever at Green’s. Robert Deming at Myton’s, and Billy Hudson at Yerger’s. That’s right, boys; stick to it and it will make men of you. A. T. Stewart and old man Vanderbilt used to be clerks.

Winfield Courier, July 29, 1875.

Mr. and Mrs. Black and baby Esq. started on a visit to Leavenworth yesterday.

Winfield Courier, August 26, 1875.

CHILD DIED. Charlie Black has returned from Leavenworth. His friends were pained to learn of the death of his little child during his absence.

Winfield Courier, September 16, 1875.

Mrs. C. C. Black has returned from her visit to Leavenworth.

Winfield Courier, September 16, 1875.

Cowley County District Court.

CIVIL DOCKET. FIFTH DAY.

Charles C. Black vs. A. A. Jackson, et al.

Winfield Courier, December 23, 1875.

Last Tuesday evening the following officers were installed by Adelphi Lodge, No. 110, A. F. & A. M.

J. S. Hunt: W. M.

J. E. Saint: S. W.

A. B. Lemmon: J. W.

B. F. Baldwin: Treasurer.

Frank Gallotti: Secretary.

J. H. Land: Chaplain.

L. J. Webb: S. D.

C. C. Black: J. D.

W. W. Steinhour: Tyler.

Judging from the list of new officers we should say that Adelphi is in pretty good running order, and likely to be kept so.

Winfield Courier, December 30, 1875.

Notice.

To all persons knowing themselves indebted to me: Please call and settle immediately and save expense. CHARLES C. BLACK.

THE WINFIELD COURIER.

[Covering Period January 6, 1876 - December 28, 1876.]

CENTENNIAL ISSUE.

WINFIELD COURIER, THURSDAY, JANUARY 6, 1876.

BLACK, C. C., Merchant, City Councilman, and a “jolly good fellow,” graduated at Hampton College, Rock Island Co., Illinois, and came to Cowley and herded forty “cattle on a thousand hills” during the fall of 1875, engaged in the mercantile business January, 1873, with J. J. Ellis, whom he has since bought out. He now runs his mammoth store, assisted by the clever Charley Harter as chief salesman, and Fred C. Hunt as assistant, singly and alone. It’s useless to wish that trio success.

Winfield Courier, January 20, 1876.

A SAFE TOWN. Besides the two immense safes belonging to the banks in Winfield, the following firms have first-class safes for the secure keeping of business papers: C. C. Black, S. H. Myton, Curns & Manser, and Manning & Walton. Probably no town of its size in the State has more money invested in safes and musical instruments than Winfield.

[RAILROAD MEETING: RESIDENTS OF COWLEY COUNTY.]

Winfield Courier, January 27, 1876.

The undersigned, residents of Cowley County, cordially unite in inviting the citizens of said county to meet in mass meeting at Winfield, on Saturday at 2 P. M.,

FEBRUARY 5TH,

to take such action as shall seem advisable upon consultation to secure the construction of a railroad into Cowley County. We desire each paper in said county to publish this call, and we hope that every township will be fully represented at said meeting.

Dated January 25, 1876.

WINFIELD: M. L. Read, S. D. Pryor, N. M. Powers, N. W. Holmes, N. L. Rigby, Thomas McMillen, L. J. Webb, Charles C. Black, J. S. Hunt, W. M. Boyer, John W. Curns, G. S. Manser, B. F. Baldwin, J. H. Land, A. H. Green, W. Q. Mansfield, E. C. Manning, S. H. Myton, J. C. Fuller, A. B. Lemmon, James Kelly, W. H. H. Maris, T. H. Henderson, A. N. Deming, H. S. Silver, J. M. Alexander, Amos Walton, D. A. Millington, J. E. Platter, W. M. Allison, And one hundred others.

[WINFIELD ITEM.]

Arkansas City Traveler, February 9, 1876. Editorial Page.

We went to the room where the Democratic organization was to be made and found only three persons present. Charley Black had elected himself Chairman so as to head off Amos Walton, who it was understood was to officiate.

Winfield Courier, March 2, 1876.

C. C. Black’s new upright piano has arrived. It is one of the finest instruments in the city.

Winfield Courier, March 2, 1876.

City Council Proceedings.

WINFIELD, KAN., Feb. 28, 1876.

City Council met in regular session, February 28th, 1876.

Present: D. A. Millington, Mayor; C. C. Black, N. M. Powers, and M. G. Troup, Councilmen; B. F. Baldwin, City Clerk.

Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved.

On motion the Council proceeded to open the sealed bids, in the City Clerk’s office, for the sinking and walling of two public wells, as advertised.

On motion of C. C. Black, the further consideration of the bids was postponed until next regular meeting.

The Council then adjourned. B. F. BALDWIN, City Clerk.

Winfield Courier, March 23, 1876.

Election Proclamation.

I, D. A. Millington, Mayor of the City of Winfield, in Cowley County and State of Kansas, do hereby proclaim that an election will be held at the office of W. H. H. Maris on lot 2 in block 108 in said City on

Monday, the 3rd day of April,

1876, for the purpose of electing

A Mayor,

A Police Judge, and

Five Councilmen

to serve said city for the ensuing year.

The polls of said election will be open at 8 o’clock a.m., and will close at 6 o’clock p.m., of that day.

M. G. Troup, N. M. Powers, and C. C. Black are appointed judges, and B. F. Baldwin and J. M. Reed, clerks of said election.

Witness my hand and the seal of the said City this 21st day of March, 1876.

D. A. MILLINGTON, Mayor. [SEAL.]

Attest, B. F. BALDWIN, City Clerk.

Winfield Courier, March 23, 1876.

Don’t spend all your money until you see those new goods of Harter’s at Black’s old stand. They will be here next week.

Winfield Courier, March 23, 1876.

Note: Council met March 20th; adjourned until March 21st.

City Council Proceedings.

WINFIELD, KAN., March 21, 1876.

City Council met in adjourned session, March 21st, A. D. 1876.

Present: D. A. Millington, Mayor; N. M. Powers, C. C. Black, and M. G. Troup, Councilmen; B. F. Baldwin, City Clerk.

Ordinance No. 58 was read and passed by sections. Vote on final passage was as follows: Yeas—C. C. Black, M. G. Troup, N. M. Powers. Nays—none.

The Mayor, with the consent of the Council, appointed M. G. Troup, N. M. Powers, and C. C. Black as Judges of the City Election, to be held April third (3d), A. D. 1876.

[DISTRICT COURT DOCKET.]

Winfield Courier, March 23, 1876.

CIVIL DOCKET. THIRD DAY.

C. C. Black vs. A. A. Jackson et al.

Cowley County Democrat, Thursday, April 6, 1876.

Look out for the Harter Brothers new stock, it is coming in every day. Dry goods, Groceries, Boots, and Shoes at Charley Black’s old stand.

Winfield Courier, April 6, 1876.

The following is the result of the vote cast at the city election held in Winfield last Monday.

DEMOCRAT TICKET.

For Mayor, H. S. Silver: 86 votes.

For Police Judge, J. W. Curns: 81 votes.

For Councilman, N. Roberson: 71 votes.

For Councilman, A. G. Wilson: 76 votes.

For Councilman, N. M. Powers: 70 votes.

For Councilman, W. L. Mullen: 57 votes.

For Councilman, Frank Williams: 76 votes.

SCATTERING: J. P. McMillen received 20 votes, C. C. Black 1; and J. P. Short 3, for Councilmen; and J. D. Pryor 5 votes for Police Judge.

Winfield Courier, April 13, 1876.

City Council Proceedings.

WINFIELD, KAN., April 5, 1876.

City Council met in adjourned session, March 21st, A. D. 1876.

Present: D. A. Millington, Mayor; N. M. Powers, C. C. Black, and M. G. Troup, Councilmen; B. F. Baldwin, City Clerk.

Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved.

The following bills were presented, read, and allowed, and on motion of M. G. Troup, the Clerk was ordered to draw a warrant on the Treasurer for the same.

J. M. Reed, clerk of city election, on April 3rd, A. D. 1876, $2.00; J. F. Miller, Judge of city election, $2.00; C. C. Black, Judge of city election, $2.00; M. Miller, padlock and nails for city, 85 cents; Simpson & Stewart, repairs on jail, $3.00.

Fee bill of W. M. Boyer, Police Judge, was read, and, on motion of C. C. Black, was laid over.

The Finance Committee made the following report on the cancellation of city warrants:

To the Honorable Mayor and Council of the city of Winfield, county of Cowley, and State of Kansas, we your Finance Committee beg leave to report that we have examined the enclosed package and find it to contain two hundred and forty-three vouchers of the value of $2,467.17, and that said vouchers have been duly canceled on the Winfield city warrant record, and recommend that they be destroyed.

M. G. Troup, Chas. C. Black, Finance Committee.

On motion of N. M. Powers the report was received and the vouchers destroyed.

The City Council proceeded to canvass the vote of Winfield city election, held on April 3rd, A. D., 1876, which resulted as follows:

Whole number of votes cast: 182.

For Mayor: D. A. Millington, 81; H. S. Silver, 80, E. S. Bedilion, 1.

For Police Judge: Linus S. Webb, 75; J. W. Curns, 81; J. D. Pryor, 5.

For Councilmen: A. B. Lemmon, 86; M. G. Troup, 91; C. A. Bliss, 81; T. B. Myers, 84; H. Brotherton, 88; N. Roberson, 71; Frank Williams, 76; N. M. Powers, 70; A. G. Wilson, 76; W. L. Mullin, 57; J. P. McMillen, 20; C. C. Black, 3; J. P. Short, 1.

D. A. Millington, having received the highest number of votes for Mayor, was declared elected. J. W. Curns, receiving the highest number of votes for Police Judge, was declared elected. A. B. Lemmon, M. G. Troup, T. B. Myers, C. A. Bliss, and H. Brotherton, receiving the highest number of votes for Councilmen, were declared elected.

On motion the Clerk was ordered to furnish each of the above named as elected with certificates of election.

On motion Council adjourned.

B. F. BALDWIN, City Clerk.

[BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS.]

Arkansas City Traveler, April 19, 1876. Front Page.

Bills were presented and disposed of as follows.

C. C. Black, pauper bill: $7.70

Winfield Courier, April 27, 1876.

Charley Black and suite were out with their guns one day this week and killed sixty-five curlews.

Winfield Courier, June 1, 1876.

Charley Black and wife start for the Centennial today.

He takes along 500 business cards with a description of the resources of Cowley County printed upon the back of them for distribution.

Winfield Courier, June 15, 1876.

C. C. Black le