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Newspaper
The Abilene Reflector
Location
Abilene, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1887
Page
5
Local notices publish candidates for sheriff register of deeds county clerk and other offices with party conventions noted. Also reports ownership change of The Russell Review to The Democratic Review and accompanying editorial stance shifts and local social notes and comments from nearby papers.
A jumble of notes from Ridge township and Sedan Graphic cover threshed corn yields, new tenants in Spruce and Third Street buildings, forecast rainfall aiding crops, and a mix of local happenings. Reports include Enos Beemer’s 3954 bushel acre yield, Dignals about diversions at Snyder's diving hall, and political activity with primaries set for September 10.
Postmaster Buchanan was notified by Washington to have Mr Bonebrake prepare a room at Cedar and Third street for the post office and to move the office as soon as the room and fixtures are ready.
Kansas City August 6 1897 Davie Lasprs Abilene Kane receives formal appointment to duty reporting immediately in Abilene and Huttonwood Falls line. The Rector offers congratulations predicting efficient courteous service as he leaves by noon train for Kansas City to report for duty.
Extracts describe Abilene welcoming visitors by train with arms open and a hearty banquet at Col. Stanton hotel. Dr. Lodge organized the event with precise planning. Two hundred carriages conveyed guests to South Park for a feast of ample edibles and rustic decor. C A Gregory of South Park is praised as a fine portrait of Rev. T DeWitt Talmage.
A child of S W Geist is seriously ill with typhoid malaria fever. New steps have been put in the lane leading to Van's basement store. The fine residence of W B Cosad on Cedar Street is nearing completion, and will enhance the appearance of the area. The many friends of Joseph Wilson are noted in the item.
A Dawson, Pennsylvania reader dated August 5, 1857 asks the Abilene Reflector to resume daily delivery after previously discontinuing the weekly. The writer, Jon I. Wunrz, promises immediate remittance for the daily edition once reinstated.
The Topeka Commonwealth argues it is time to stop the old tale of the Santa Fe needing surveyors as the railroad plans 7,500 miles of track by year end, including 3,000 miles of new lines from the last two years, urging modernization of the narrative.
An Abilene carpenter searched the north side yesterday for his sister who eloped with a married man named Taylor. They stopped at the Adams House recently, but no trace of the girl exists. Police are pursuing all leads, believing she may be employed in a private family.
Yesterday afternoon Mrs La Rouche Miss Jeffcoats and a young brother of Miss J rode on Tenth street when a dog leapt at the buggy startling the horse which turned and capsized the vehicle. Mrs La Rouche suffered bruises while the boy suffered scalp cuts. Dr Garcelon attended to the injuries.
County Clerk Waring left for his farm with a wind mill wagon causing alarm among county clerk candidates who feared political trickery. Intervist ers returned to find the mill intended to replace a windmill destroyed by a recent storm on Waring’s farm.
A spontaneous combustion incident occurred yesterday at the Rice and Johntz coal shed adjoining a large mill. Ernest Merrifield spotted smoke, notified John Johntz, and they spent minutes tossing live coal and using water to extinguish the fire. Had ignition occurred later or at night, strong winds from the south could have caused serious damage.
The Herington Tribune notes Abilene business leader Mrs Cowles favored for the Democratic county convention nomination for Register of Deeds. She cites deputy experience and strong qualifications to administer the office, urging Democrats to weigh her candidacy.
Hon J H Brady was in town Thursday Bonds to be voted on Tuesday for north and south road Conundrum how many more times must we vote bonds before we get a new road Edh answers how many 1 is likely that there will be quite a opposition to these new bonds People are tired voting bonds and seeing no results A birthday party was held at the home of Laurena Blair Friday evening Lutherans will have services in the Baptist church next Sunday morning Weather is delightfully cool Mrs Rogers who has been quite sick is slowly recovering Knight Brothers Cyrus and Charley to cut one hundred acres of hay south of Herington in Marion county Mr R A Sullivan appointed assistant postmaster He will get the ran of things by the time Mr Morgan succeeds Mr Wilson
The notice records Ella Hale aged three months, adopted by E A Hale, buried yesterday. James E Paul of Newbern township died Saturday night of consumption at about 44, leaving a wife and three children. Funeral services today at 10 at the Hale residence with Rev Porch of the Lutheran church. interment at Abilene cemetery. Also, Mrs Phoebe Tinker 86 died Sunday at Dr J M Hodge's Buckeye Avenue home after a long illness. She joined the Congregationalist church early, leaving three daughters Mrs Dr J M Hodge, Mrs Jacob Augustine in city, Mrs Dr Preston in Alliance Ohio, and son James M Tinker in Washington DC. Funeral tomorrow at 3 at Dr J M Hodge's residence with Rev Porch. The notes mention Worley’s ten cent bus, county convention on Sept 10, primaries on Sept 11, Abilene National Bank opening Thursday, and various local business updates.
Norton and Gasser report the sale of two late in block twenty three in the city, detailing property disposition notices and potential bids for the parcels.
Sheriff Miller found H Pottenbarger in Wamego yesterday and said he appropriated a span of mortgage mules. The matter was used and a man has gone for the mules. No arrest was made as no warrant was issued. Knapp and Bolster hold the mortgage.
At the L. B. Johns carriage factory an accident caused a flesh wound to Mr. A. M. Pringle s right hand and a minor injury to his left hand while he operated the Universal Wood Worker. Dr. Marxlett treated him and he is expected to recover and return to work in a few days.
A new Board of Medical Examiners has been appointed by the government with headquarters in this city. The board includes Dr. Oakwood, Dr. Kirsh, both of this city, and Dr. McMahan of Hays City. They will meet biweekly to examine applicants for pensions. Dr. Oakwood is an old-time friend of the Chief Surgeon in Washington and hails from the same town as Gen. Black in Illinois.
Burlington Blade notes Denver slow to catch up with booming eastern Colorado. Wichita, with 25 000 residents, travels for cigar business and thrives while Denver jobbing houses lag. Fifty thousand settlers and rapidly rising new towns boost eastern Colorado growth beyond Denver's pace.
Rachel Steers aged seven months died at the Ober home near the city while her mother Mrs. M. L. Steers was visiting relatives. The funeral for the infant will be held at 10 o'clock tomorrow from the Ober residence with Rev. F. M. Porch officiating. Mrs. Steers is recovering from a serious eye condition.
M. M. Shipe, noted for extending street railway facilities, welcomed a new excursion car No. 5 after fears from the Santa Fe incident. The car will be placed on track immediately as part of his ambitious project, signaling continued enterprise and progress for the town.
Baseball notes report the standings of the season in the National and American leagues. The item notes surprise at how cheaply goods can be bought at Kelley’s, reflecting a local shop's appeal amid sports chatter.
Saturday’s Daily reports residents in town: Curtis from Manchester, Little from Abilene registered at Stanton, Hafner and son Edward on the streets, Luker arriving from Walla Walla. Rev A Hickey leaves for Stockton Kas. J K Burton and wife back from Colorado to Belle City, resuming winter plans. Jenks off on cyclone to Nessity as conductor and Ottawa schools’ principal. Morse recovering and back to work. Mae Jolley from Abilene to St Louis to reside in future.
Fred Wilcox of Enterprise spends Sunday in Abilene and heads to Santa Fe for po. William Slimm Harry C. Litts and their companions visited West Turkey Creek calling on John Chicken. The fleet-footed pedestrian heads to Cottonwood Falls to distance Whitney. J A Slichter leaves Abilene for Lincoln Neb seeking a railroad office post. David Naill of Chapman visits the city. J T Brown and wife from Clay Center register at the Stanton. F H Boardman checks in at the ee House for breakfast. Jenks, father of Prof Jenks, sends regards to Hope friends. Dan Rudy, Mascott of Cheever, was in town yesterday. Thos Humble travels to oo Springs, Victor Wilson departs to Denver on 8:50 train. James Marper S M Harlett dine with Wm Appleman. A Strunk of Hope prays in city, returns home. Miss Matnie Osgood attends normal at Hope, then goes to Enterprise by Santa Fe. Dr Van Seeyoe family leaves for Colorado for August weather. Mrs HH Strickler to fork Pa for weeks. Hon W S Stambaugh and family depart for Denver for mountain air. Chas Ti Curts to Dighton Kas for a position on the Dighton Republican. F O P Pates leaves Palace drug store for Rockville Ind to resume duties near his childhood home. Rumor of a fair one blaming Bates for leaving.
The John B. Doris and E. D. Colvin's Colossal Shows announce a near arrival with a grand program at Abilene on Tuesday September 2. A lavish Elevated Theater Stage and a colossal Roman chariot rac ing and steeplechase display will be featured along with vivid Wild West scenes including Indians frontiersmen cowboys scouts and hunters. Public interest is high as bargains and excitement accompany the event.
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