Local and Otherwise. Announcements and News
Local notices from The Reflector dated July 28 1887 announce candidacies for Dickinson county sheriff by Jounx Wise Henry Haunish and Genevieve Cowles for Register of Deeds and Alice Junken for Clerk. Merlin reports a train mail tally, a runaway sheriff’s team, a false alarm, and social visits with Kansas City revivalists arriving to start a Salvation Army series.
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Dickinson County
Wise
Henry Haunish
Register of Deeds
Alice M. Junken
Birthday Party at Brillbart Residence Honors Mrs Brillbart
A pleasant gathering was hosted at George Brillbart's home last night to honor Mrs. Brillbart on her birthday. The event featured guests enjoying themselves and a notable gift a fine horse from her husband among the presents.
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George Brillbart
City Councilmen Abroad Inspecting City Halls Abroad
Councilmen Brikhart and White, members of the city hall committee, left by the Santa Fe to Peabody and Pittsburg. They will inspect the buildings there to reproduce test features for the proposed city hall project.
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Connellmen
Brikhart
White
Santa Fe
Peabody
Pittsburg
Abilene Jail Holds Two Convicted of Adultery
Visiting in Minneapolis reports two Abilene residents, Mr. Chase and Mrs. Harbaugh, jailed after being convicted last Monday by Justice Fillman of adultery. The woman allegedly was under the tutelage of Nosey, a noted Abilene figure.
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Abilene
Mr. Chase
Harbaugh
Justice Flllman
Nosey
Solomon Vatty
Stag Party Honors Mead On West Side Residence
Eleven invited guests celebrated the anniversary of C. F. Mead at his West Side home last evening. The surprise event was arranged by Mrs. Mead and enjoyed by all in attendance.
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C. F. Mead
Mr. Mead
Assault at Bradfield Farm Sparks Warrants
Arnold Sexton reported to town that he was assaulted by Hugh Bradfield and two others at Bradfield Farm while investigating trespass for ale. He received a severe wound from a stone. Sexton swore out a warrant for Bradfield and an officer was sent to arrest him.
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Arnold Sexton
Bradfield
Hugh Bradfield
Tisag
Sexton
Crushed With a Crutch Sout Byers Night Watchman Incident
A drunken night watchman Sout Byers at the Santa Fe boarding train east of Buckeye was involved in a clash with a steward in Oat Kalet. No further details available.
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Sout Byers
Santa Fe
Buckeye
Oat Kalet
Crippled Byers Attacks Man With Crutch After Dispute
A man confronted Byers over a debt incident, Byers struck him with a crutch causing concussion. Doctors Felty and Shollenberger treated the injured man, who is improving and expected to recover in weeks. Byers drew payment, then vanished from the scene.
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Byers
Mud Creek Named After Founder in Dickinson County
A typographical quirk in the Abilene paper asserts Armistead Creek in Dickinson county is actually Mud Creek. The editorial argues the creek was discovered years ago by a man named Mad and has long been known as Mud Creek, debunking alternate spellings Armistead Armstid or Armstead.
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Abilene
Armistead Creek
Dickinson County
Bateed
Chronicle
FL. Riley
Armistead
Janetion Tribune
Armstid
Armstead
Mad
Thas
Mud Creek
Still has Faith in Abilene Rail Conspiracy Notes
Mayor Billings收到J B Case来信谈北南线铁路推展。信称8月6日前后可能来县推动工作，Case East调查 Yale Young财力，返回后信心十足。 Rock Island调小小麦运费2美分。 Salvation Army夜间聚会在基督教堂。 Kansas被称为大碳带中心，Abilene自嘲为Kansas中心。 Democratic County Central Committee定于9月1日举行代表大会，Solomon美食家Promoter Morris Robacker邀请来访。
Death of F B Wilson's Brother A Wilson at 60
F B Wilson received a telegram from Waynesburg Virginia this morning announcing the death of his brother A Wilson aged 60. Cause of death is described as Bright's disease of the kidneys. The deceased visited his brother here two years ago.
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Wilson
Waynesburg
A. Wilson
Deserter Harrows Captured Near Junction City
Lieut Himes Serj Cullem of H troop and detail captured Harrows an IL troop 5th cavalry deserter. He was found at a farm house near Junction City and brought in Friday morning. The prisoner returned hatless shoeless and penniless, a stark turn from his prior well off condition. Republican report notes the hard path of a transgressor.
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Himes
Cullem
Harrows
Junction City
Railroad Write Up Boosts Abilene Dickinson County Boom
Mr A Gregory of Abilene Central Land Company prepares statistical data for Abilene and Dickinson county. Jno Sebastian of Rocky Island route solicits support for a forthcoming R L pamphlet to be circulated in the East. The venture appears solid with R L backing.
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A. Gregory
Abilene Central Land Company
Abilene
Dickinson County
Jno
Sebastian
Great Rocky Island
R. L
Battle With Robbers at McManus Residence
A fight with robbers occurred near Samuel McManis’s home by the park as two men entered, assaulted him, dragged him to the spring branch, and beat him. He drew a knife. his wife aided him, and the robbers fled after taking his watch, failing to obtain money. The incident was reported by the Herington Tribune.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel McMannis
Sam
Spring Branch
Herington Tribune
Mrs. Monroes Lecture Postponed Due to Gas Shortage
The express company failed to ship gas from Kansas City for the stereopticon, forcing postponement of Mrs. Monroes Friday lecture. Despite efforts, ingredients were unavailable, and attendees were informed after assembling. A lecture on the Life of Christ is set for Sunday evening and another equellent talk for the opera house tonight.
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Express
Kansas City
Monroe
Tankington
Opera Hose
Christ
Abilene Victorious in 16-14 Baseball Battle
Abilene baseball team traveled to Solomon yesterday and overcame a steady taunt from Solomonites to win 16 to 14 after eight innings of play. The result shows Abilene’s offense breaking through late in the game.
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Abilene
Solomon
West neighbors clash marked by taunting and feuds
The contest drew sharp remarks about bad taste from the west, with both sides trading slagging and light wrangling. Highlights included White's hard hit into right and Summer's backward catch in left, noted as key moments in the game.
Fifth Cavalry to Leave Fort Riley for New Posts
Orders issued directing the change of station for the Fifth cavalry headquarters and troop to Fort Reno Indian Territory and Fort Sill Fort Elliott Texas. Col J F Wade to assume command at Reno while Major Sumner remains at the post to assist. Troops D and L move to Fort Sill with L remaining at Camp Martin E Price. Schuyler to Fort Elliott. Major J J Upham to command Fifth Cavalry relieving Major Carlton. Marcel out of Fort Riley next Monday morning with three troops and the band.
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Fifth Cavalry
Fort Sill and
Elliott
Fort Riley
Fort Reno
Indian Territory
J. F. Wade
Sumner
Wade
Thomas
Forbush
Union
Salina Prom Aims for Saturday Convention Transport
Commercial men report at least 200 T. VP. A.s expected Saturday for major business. Salina T. VP. A. wants a special train with the Salina band to attend. Abilene gun club grounds in Fairview ready to host matches for Salina Solomon or Junction. church activity and community notices fill the scene with Rev Welsher vacation and Merriam sermon. A near miss with a cattle train at Elm and South Third Sts. highlights local street safety.
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T. VP. A
Salina T. VP. A
Salina
Abilene
Fairview
Solomon
Junction
Christian Church
Salvation Army
Baptist Church
W. A. Welsher
Geo. A. Merriam
Iris
Tissser Lalf
Ald Cour
Elm
South Third Sts
Santa Fe
Three Prisoners Escape Ottawa County Jail in Minneapolis
Three of the inmates confined at Ottawa county jail in Minneapolis escaped Saturday night. Among them was Sam Grover a male thief for whom Sheriff Miller pursued into Iowa.
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Ottawa County
Minneapolis
Sam Grover
Miller
Iowa
Walnut Grove Union Sunday School Hosts Successful Children’s Meeting
The Walnut Grove Union Sunday School supervised by Messrs Baumbaugh Forney and Brechvill held a well attended children’s meeting. Singing led by Mr Landis was strong. Speakers included Rev Noah Zook Dr McMahan and W A Welsher D D. Mr Welsher moved the audience with his hymn related illustrations and cheerful Christian zeal.
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Walnut Grove Union Sunday School
Messrs. Baumbaugh
Forney
Brechvill
Landis
Noah Zook
Dr. McMahan
W. A. Welsher
Welsher
Board of Trade and Citizens Meet In Abilene
A large gathering of leading citizens and Board of Trade members approved a resolution urging the Mayor to convene the City Council and pass an ordinance granting right of way to the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific through Abilene. The group stressed the ordinance importance to the community.
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Board of Trade
Abilene
Cattle Train Arrives With 676 Head at Santa Fe
Santa Fe reports 676 cattle from 17 cars delivered by Blevins & Ball consigned to a Blevins & Ball. A shore near the stone crossing was set by Supt Buckner for unloading. Cattle loaded at Coolidge Kansas traveled 360 miles, arriving Sunday morning at 5 30, with passenger Limo on the entire run. The remaining 1 350 head arrived this morning in good condition.
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Santa Fe
Blevins & Ball
Stone Crossing
Buckner
Coolidge
Kas
Two Times and Out
Alexander Buchanan faced a rough night after Friday’s drink and a rough morning. He had planned to leave with the Augusta bound construction gang but his drinking left him weak and unfit. Found by railroad friends he was taken to a local shelter for rest and recuperation. He will serve eight days under city administration before any further movement.
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Alexander Buchanan
Augusta
Royal
Buchanan
Rock Island Grading in Kansas Opposite St Joseph
On July first of last year the Rock Island began grading in Kansas opposite St. Joseph for its western terminal project. The brief item notes the start of work and the location, signaling a midwestern rail expansion.
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Rock Island
Kansas
St. Joseph, Mo
Rock Island expands west rail system reaching 403 towns
The extension now known as the Chicago Kansas and Nebraska road extends west of the Missouri River with 403 cities in operation since July 1 1886. Track laying began in October and several lines from Harington to Wichita and Herin to Hutchinson opened. Projections include openings to Caldwell Pratt and Abilene along with related Kansas Pacific connections. Buckner’s crew departs for Augusta as Santa Fe adds twelve miles toward Salina. Local figures James Stewart and John Hassett return to Salina with housing plans underway.
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Chicago, Kansas & Nebraska Road
Harington
Wichita
Herin
Hutchinson
Missouri River
St. Josep
Heton
Nelson
Caldwell
Pratt
Kansas Pacific
Topeka
Kansas City
Herington
Abilene
Manhattan
Rock Island
Atchison
Missouri Pacific
Salina
Santa Fe
Buckner
Augusta
James Stewart
Union Pacific
U. P
John Hassett
Leavenworth
Standings of Baseball Leagues Update for Readers Interest
Baseball league standings released for readers interested in the sport. The synopsis outlines current positions of clubs across leagues, highlighting the latest performance shifts and team rankings as of the most recent games.
Institute Notes Highlight Busy Monday Morning
Five new teachers enrolled and a mix of visitors and staff activities marked the morning. Includes remarks by Mrs Monroe on the teacher’s role, a social planned for next Tuesday, plus updates on local events and a baseball game coming Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. B. Allen
Abilene
Frei Ramsey
Solomon City
Lora Hale
Ada Gray
Nellie Lamb
Detroit
Cook
Hoosier
Hower
Kingery
Swinehart
Jenks
Ugh
Hoisington
Stewart
Mr. Garten
Vail
Scoggins
John
Lancaster
Vma
T. E. Sewell
Starger
Central School
Monroe
Prof. Cook
Transfer Line Gives Regular Out and Outer
Dr Phelps amputated part of Will Little s finger and notes he has more nerve than any subject he ever operated on Will is praised by Tom Prendergast drum major of the Gazette band whose imposing form and dignified bearing intimidates the most cheeky Abilene youngster
Hog shipments from Abilene stock yards prompt upbeat note
Abilene stock yards report strong hog movement with George Huffman shipping three car loads tonight and J.G Norman dispatching the first car load yesterday afternoon over the Santa Fe line.
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George Huffman
J.G Norman
Santa Fe
The Hope Excursionists Ride Santa Fe Morning
Four couches filled with 390 excursionists left Hope this morning over the Santa Fe to enjoy a day trip. The cinquette band accompanied the party with a full instrumental lineup. They plan to return on the 5:10 train tonight.
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Santa Fe
Fire destroys Mrs. Hamilton's residence north of town
Yesterday afternoon the fine residence of Mrs. Mary Hamilton, a school teacher eleven miles north, was totally destroyed. The house was furnished and included a library valued at 2400. There was partial insurance. The cause of the disaster is unknown.
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Mary Hamilton
Cattle Punchers Move Herd Toward Cottonwood Ranch
A herd of cattle from New Mexico was started today across country toward Cottonwood Ranch at Durham Park, thirty five miles south. Led by Willis Simmons, the crew includes Jay Ball, Charley Newhall, Elmer Allison, Lanky John and Batch. The gag about Abi lene prompts train passenger humor as the westbound ride nears Abilene.
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New Mexico
Cottonwood Ranch
Durham Park
Willis Simmons
Jay Ball
Charley Newhall
Elmer Allison
John
Batch
Presbyterian Church Lawn Festival At Mrs Bonebrake's
Next Thursday evening the ladies of the Presbyterian church host a lawn festival at Mrs J B Bonebrake's home. Ice cream and cake will be served, with a novel entertainment prepared by the ladies. The lawn will be lit by electric lights and everyone is invited.
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J.B. Bonebrake
The
Presbyterian Church
Building Committee Returns from Pittsburg and Seabody
Councilmen White and Brillhart, the committee to inspect city halls in Pittsburg and Seabody, returned yesterday afternoon. Neither building had notable features, and the proposed city hall here will be more complete and built in a more substantial style.
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White
Brillhart
Pittsburg
Seabody
Runaway near Toelock damages buggy and horse escapes
A runaway last night near Toelock damaged George Santh's buggy after the horse bolted from Fifth and Elm as dogs fought. The horse ran four or five blocks and was last seen bounding toward the hills toward the setting sun, with the buggy fully demolished.
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George Santh
Fifth and Elm
Packing House Proposal For Local Industry
J D Case received a letter from a Chicago gentleman proposing a packing house here. He cites sixteen years in the business in Belfast and other Irish points and says he represents foreign firms in Chicago. He says the venture fits the city’s needs and should be acted on promptly.
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J.D. Case
Chicago
Belfast
Ireland
Right-of-Way Ordinance Passed by City Council
The mayor convened a council meeting last night and approved the ordinance granting the right of way to the Rock Island. The action was criticized as rushed and causing public discontent, with hopes the council acts with better judgment on welfare matters.
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Rock Island
Salvation Army Opens in Abilene With Banner and Music
The Salvation Army began operations in Abilene last night led by a captain with sergeants and privates totaling eight. One woman carried a multicolored banner as standard-bearer while the rest supplied third or fourth class music with horns and tambourines. The paper notes the challenge to “down the devil in his own home.”
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Salvation Army
Abilene
George Martin
Agricultural College Project Moves Pennsylvania Delegates
Five delegates from Pennsylvania arrived this afternoon to scout a location for a Dunkards Agricultural College. The college committee of the Board of Trade is guiding them through the city and suburbs as they emphasize Dickinson county as a leading agricultural area. The piece urges vigorous effort to secure the institution and praises the Dunkards as skilled agrarians in Kansas.
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Pennsylvania
Dunkards Agricultural College
Board of Trade
Dunkards
Kansas
Dickinson County
Agricultural College
Cholera Precautions Proposed Amid U S Rises
As Asiatic cholera spreads through South America and reaches Detroit, residents discuss epidemic preparation. Key steps include cleaning premises, removing decaying matter, boiling drinking water, and buying a 50 cent bottle of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy sold by Barnes & Northcraft.
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South America
United States
Detroit
Mich
Barnes & Northcraft
Personal notes from Friday's Daily residents visit Hope city
Local brief cites W E Cramer Keystone resident and W O Crosby Hope merchant in town. Col Fisher returns from east tour. IL D Justison New paten postmaster and Miss M V Paul visit. A E Smyser Banner City and J E Nissley Belle Springs call on county seat. Mrs Sol Stauffer visits from Hope. Till becomes U S office night operator. J Sheahan seen about town amid Solomons “gettin that.” W F Coole returns to Bonebrake Rice. Fred Pierce returns from Vine Creek with bustling lumber traffic. J G Hamaker heads to New York Philadelphia Boston then seaside Cape Lay. Gov Teats departs for Hope. Abe Darling and others greet townsfolk. Schuyl Wigel ships goods from Manchester. Keller family hosts visitors from LaCrosse. Hamaker eastern trip underway.
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W. E. Cramer
Keystone
W. O. Crosby
Hope
Col. Fisher
Boon
IL. D. Justison
Newpaten
Jerry Sheahan
Solomon
W. F. Coole
Bonebrake & Rice
W. F
Fred Pierce
Vine Creek
J. G. Hamaker
New York
Philadelphia
Boston
Tse
Capelay
Abilene social notes and regional visitors on tour
A bustling list of names and movements fills the Abilene scene as local residents and visiting figures arrive and depart. John F. Berry, a Concordia merchant, plans a return to his city of adoption, while Mart Brillhart heads to Davidsburg, Pa. Attendees include Salina band members, editors, lawyers, and businesspeople, with brief mentions of travel, meetings, and social calls across Kansas and nearby states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Mother Ocean
John F. Berry
Abilene
Concordia
Mart. Brillhart
Davidsburg
York County
Cleveland
Salina
Will Campbell
Frank Hamilton
Walt Goodwin
Oscar Blackburn
Stanton
Also Mentioned on This Page
John M. Gleissner
Broadway
Car
3D Street
the Reflector
L. H. Litts & Co., Proprietors
Ian County
J. Tister
Frau
Sheriff Miller
Miss Blanch Wilson
D. C. Wilson
Lous
West Third St
Miss Blanche
Will Chapin
J. W. Llewellyn
Mr. L
Johns Carriage Works
N. Blevins
Bertha
Ralph
Ulmois
Milton
Edward Stubblefield
Blevins
George Mossington
Willie
the Salvation Army
American Salvation Army
Lottman
Enterprise
Stag Party
Alex. Beehanan
P. J
P. dl
Billings
J. B. Case
Abene
Your
Yale
C. W
Case
Young
Prem
Kanas
Chow
Latina Journal
Democratic County Central Committee
Morris Robacker
Solomon Ostrerateer
Nobacker’s
F. B. Wilson
Mrs. Monroe
Board of Trade and Citizens’ Meeting
Chiens
Lincoln
Denver
Kansans City
Hastings
Omula
St. Joe
American Association
Wayed
PerCen St. Louis
Cincinnatis
Louisyilies
Droghly
Mets
New Yorks
Philadelphias
Pittsburgs
Institute Notes
Mercury
Croll & Gulick’s
Salina Fourth Regiment
Oakwood Soraine
Hines
Frank Ball
the Hope Excursionists
Presbyterian Church Social
Mettie V. Paul
J. F. Nicolay
Solomon Te
A. E. Smyser
Banner City
J. E. Nissley
Belle Springs
A. m
Till
Rossville
U. S
B. J. Martin
Chapman
Continental
HL. A. Beyer
N. N. McFarson
H. W. Beeks
John A. Flack
Doc. Binkley
Mallie Gradwohl
Miss A McCollam
Abe Darling
Abe
Kingman
Schuyl
Wigil
Manchester
Wouls
C. C. Keller
D. W. Keller
Mrs. Lebold
Lillie Knox
LaCrosse
J. Gi. Hamaker
John J. Berry
J. A. Bright
Elieworth
Laura B. Johns
W. E. Philips
Sam T. Sharp
Montgomery City
C.S. Green
Warsaw
Iil
S. P. Harrison
Elsworth
James A. Gillette
Emma
Col
Col. Gore's. J. L. Brassous
A. E. McLain
Hays City
Bennett
J. B. Bennet
Port Jervis
N. Y
Charley Sherman
A. S. Davidson
Jefferson City
Chas. A. Gregory
C. B. Kilmer
Harper Cunningham
R. R. Morse
Cedar St
Indiana
New York City
Messrs
Ball
Baker
Ben Rice
Russell
Mayor Rice
Riddle
Messenger
Wartior
Doris
Colvin
Agieinne
Winal
Hirome
Ppea
Romang
Unou
God's Blue
Roman Digema Fe Moma Andia
Frnning
Travis
Elmer “the Restless
Stubbs
Revolver
Gemer
Indi
Wild West
Mythcologica
Susie
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