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Newspaper
Fort Smith Elevator
Location
Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1883
Page
3
Report notes Adler at the Breen building with John B Maledon the up town grocer who received another large invoice of that White floor. Les confirms it.
The item lists a one price drug store, dramatic drama tickets, opera house brickwork nearing completion, Corpus Christi feast at the Catholic church, and a Breen building with Adler the dry goods man nearby. It also reports illness of Mrs. Gen Cabell in Dallas, grand jury indictments for embezzlement and an assault with intent to kill, a river fishing anecdote, a storm unroofing the Southern Hotel, marriage licenses for Frank Patterson and Florence Seehorn as well as Perry Clardy and Mary Green, Border Rifles expulsions for non payment, uniform contracts, and new Prussian style helmets adopted by the unit.
A citizen account from the Territory offers a second view of the May 12 clash that left multiple Carson family members dead and two boys aged 10 and 14 among the victims. It alleges deputies detained a man and shot sleeping youths with no shots from the attackers’ pistols discharged. The piece notes inquiries by Chickasaw authorities and possible involvement of Judge Parker.
Reverend Ww Paxton will preach a sermon before the college students Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. at the college auditorium. The event is announced for the campus audience and includes Dy a 'ors 'Smith as part of the program.
In Rutherford's court Judge Monilay presided as the grand jury was charged with duties. Two summoned men failed to appear and were fined about twenty dollars each for contempt. A list of grand and petit jurors is provided by circuit clerk J. C. Stalcup, including J. K. McKenzie as foreman and many local residents.
For two weeks Rev Mr Randall held evangelistic meetings here. On Sunday last four women were baptized in the river at the foot of Garrison Avenue. They were two daughters of Mr John B Hanten late of Virginia Miss Laura Mathes daughter of Dr W A Mathes and Mrs George Maledon with Rev Paxton officiating. A large crowd witnessed the ceremonies.
G F Byetuen of 30 41 Spavo Sebastian County Arkansas notes Empire Mills builds bills to order on short notice with constant lumber on hand at competitive prices.
The notice urges the heirs of Margaret McKnett to act quickly, naming Bartlett as executor and listing scattered items and local events. The fragmentary text mentions Corn, hay, oats, cotton seed meal and a Catholic society picnic at Schulte’s, plus a vague reference to court activity and Cherokee Nation business notices.
The Schulte Rotefahr nuptials took place May 24 at St Johns Church with Rev. J. L. Berne officiating. George Schulte and Laura Botefuhr exchanged vows as attendees including Ed Botefuhr, Mamie Mayers, J. F. Read, Lillie Botefuhr, Nell Pryor, and Marie Gates witnessed a formal ceremony and generous gift list from friends and supporters.
The business resumes at the former theater site between Williama Bros and Dr Bally. Mille flour is a specialty with two carloads just received direct from mills. Short profits and quick sales are the motto as Rherrower Bros operate the shop.
A Tuesday morning storm brought violent wind and rain that toppled fruit trees and tents. The Southern Hotel was unroofed and carpets and furniture damaged by the downpour.
Rainy and cool conditions persist this week with mornings chilly enough for fires. The cool wet spell delays cotton and corn but should not affect wheat. Grain heads are good and fruit like apples and peaches appear promising in prospect.
The largest Irigh potatoes yet seen are grown by Mr. Gen. W. Moss at the Rector farm. They measure five inches long and appear very large and healthy.
Miss Della Dickeng returns home as Stations of the Cross draws crowds at the Catholic Church. Visitors include Father John Lacy of Pine Bluff and Chas Cutler of Stot Springs. Local officials Smythe and W J Fleming arrive as the town hosts weddings, courts, and social events with reports of improving health and border life.
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