Abilene Reflector Highlights Local Happenings and Sports
The Reflector reports city events including council notes, new business openings, and local incidents. It covers a planned union Sunday School excursion, plans for a canning factory, a boxing of prizes for local firms, and remarks on civic projects. It also details recent baseball at the Fair Grounds where Abilene defeated Lawrence 15 to 7, with notes on players and umpire decisions, plus upcoming Topeka club games in Abilene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abilenes
Lawrence
W. HH. Grosvenor
W. I. Smith
Metcalf
Iackney Club
Topeka
Abilene
Athletics
Abilene urged to acquire city park site at Hunton farm
A city reform urges immediate purchase of twelve acres on Hunton’s west homestead to create a major park bounded by Kaney and Buckeye avenues. Trees on the property speed development, water mains are nearby, and the plan promises a premier park with drives, walks, and fountains for residents and visitors. Procrastination is warned as costly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abilene
Hunton
Kaney Avenue
Buckeye Avenue
Abilene Citizens Urge Canning Factory Plans
A call to push a local canning factory in Abilene cites job creation and a thriving fruit and vegetable season. The plan envisions a home market for berries and produce, with RB. J. Finley and G. F. Worley coordinating with the Board of Trade to gather support and information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abilene
Board of Trade
RB. J. Finley
G. F. Worley
Board of Trade On Manufactures
Solomon Splinters and local notices in May
Whitley goes to Denver this week. Charles Wellman returned from El Dorado last Wednesday. Roscoe Conkling funeral at Baptist church last Sunday. Mrs Strickler visiting Georgia when the child died. Remains laid to rest in Solomon cemetery May 24. Rev Merriam preached at Presbyterian church Sunday morning. Rev J R Cooper preached in Garfield last Sunday afternoon. Mr Adams of Gypsum was in town Sunday and Monday. Our schools had a picnic in Whitley’s Grove last Saturday. J R Hale went to Kansas City last Monday evening. Hon J R Burton was in town Monday. Anderson leads Congressional race. Solomon choral union rendered music. Ladies served veterans a dinner Monday. Five boys in procession looked grand. Monday brought many people to town. Last Friday had the school commencement. one graduate Miss King. Other students and teachers showed high excellence. Prof Cook and co-workers prosper. All teachers asked to remain another year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitley
Denver
Charles Wellman
el Dorado
Roscoe Conkling
A Ii. Strickler
Baptist Church
J. R. Cooper
Garfield
Adams
Gypsum
Whitley's Grove
J. R. Hale
Kansas City
J. R. Burton
Anderson
Solomon Choral Union
King
Cook
Abilene Trade Plans Tea Coffee Spice Goods Drive
A local notice states the undersigned will launch an exclusive trade in Abilene selling only first-class tea coffee spices and baking powder. They offer a present or higher value gift ticket with every purchase and will visit homes to display samples and presents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abilene
Sunday Morning Union Services and Parade Observed
Sunday and Mondays last Sunday morning union services were held at the Opera House, crowds unable to gain admission. A parade formed at 1 o'clock with Gazette Band, G.A.R., veterans’ groups, civic bodies, and the 38 little girls representing states, ending at the cemetery where Col. Seward spoke. Also notes a dog tax notice from 1886 by Geo. W. Cowrer, city marshal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKeehan
John P. Quinn
McDivitt
Barker
Girard
Col
T. N. Seward
Quinn
Geo. W. Cowrer Tnwaire
Chapman Chips and Local Business News Update
Charles F. Masch buys full interest in Chapman Medical Hall joining Gunn in the firm. The store, one of the county’s best equipped drug shops, will serve a large patronage under Masch. Abilene visitors eye Abilene property. Howe Bros. prep for summer stock. a rifle club discussion grows. A Western-bound train incident near the Banner Corner noted. W A Baker expands temperance billiard room business. J Foley may sell or rent his billiard hall. Chapman Property offered at low figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles F. Masch
Chapman Medical Hall
W. H. Snyder
Gunn & Masch
Masch
Abilene
Solomon City
E. T. Ellison
Mr. Dawson
Iowa
Sheeran
Howe Bros
W. A. Baker
J. Foley
Sparks Block
Mr. Foley
Chapman
To the Ladies. Choicest pay fee for Mrs. Hendricks
All who wish choicest pay a fee on Mrs. M. Hendricks, Cedar and All. The brief notice invites interested persons to submit payment, naming Mrs. Hendricks as the focal point of the appeal or request. The phrasing suggests a local call for funds or dues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sewell’s
Palace Barber Shop Promises First Class Grooming
A cluttered notice lists services at the Palace Barber Shop under Citizens Bank, touting shave, haircut, and shampoo. It also features ads for Gus Hansbrough’s Restaurant and other local offerings including land trades, livestock for sale, and abstracts in Dickinson County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. A. Bishop & Co
A. Ronnie & Son
Palace Barber Shop
Citizens Bank
Excelsior Billiard Hall Promoting Electric Lighting
Excelsior Billiard Hall owned by Baker and Munger advertises the finest tables in the city illuminated by electric light. Located on Spruce Street between Second and Third Streets, patrons are invited to enjoy modern amenities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Excelsior
Excelsior Billiard Hall
Baker & Munger
Spruce Street
2Nd
3D St
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R. F. Russell & CO
Cedar Street
Kansas
Jon Gleissner
East Aide
Broadway
Cor
3D Street
Sumner Bros. Ad
Capt. Baker
Salina
City
Sterling & McCormick
Banner City
Foster
The
Ellsworth
A. S. Davidson & Co
Buckeye Ave
Second Street
Kirby's Bank
Band Boys
al. Eames
Leavenworth
Times
Clint Halleck
Clintisa
Kanapolis
Minnie Neuber
Junction
Gus
Minnie
Harnish
A. E. Bishop & Co
Harish
Dick Youmans
Sam McAdams
Carlton
W. L. Cooley
Dr. Cronk
B. H. D'Huy, Pu. G
Ladies of the Baptist Church
Roe Llollingsworth
Fair Grounds
A.S. Davidson & Co
Fourth Street
Lew Geague
Opera House
Fort Sumpter
J. A. Lippincott
State University
H. Cooper
R. J. Cooper
G. C., Grable
Kas
I. J. Brantner
Jefferson Township
Dr. Welsher
McDivitts
Grand Army of the Republic
Our Boys
Eames
Dad” Burke
Dad
McDowell
Sears
Davin
Wilson
Monk
Andrews
R Smithef
Total
Solomon
H. J. Hodge
W. P. Leeds
Ralph McCormack
Morrison
Welsher
Bowers
America
Hickey
Stauffer
James C. Harper
G. Alr
Fife and
Fost
Sons of Veterans
W. RC
Fourth Regiment
K.S. M. Hose Company
Odd Fellows
Select Knights of A.O. TW
A. C. UW
Burdette
Indiana
Chapman Chips
Orcans
J. G. Armitace
Shane & Emic
Slargreaves
Alex Kindness
Meck
W.E. VaneHan
Sunny Side
Gus Hansbrough
Third Street
Hodge Bros
Joms A. Slafner Enterprise
B.11
D'iluy
Poland
Choice
D. Trort
J. H. Bkapy &Co
Raymond Miller
Reflectorice
McInerney
T. C. McInerney
Bonebrake & Rice's
van Sant & Weller
Miller & Thomas
Buckeye
Berry Bros
J. I. Bunpy
Berry Bros. Mercantile Co
Woolfords
J. T. Curtis
Dickinson County
J. IL
Brapy
Hapgood
Jens A. Harner
Enterprise
Mme. L. Como
Miller & Thomas Lumber Yard
McInerney’s Bulletin
Tress Bros
McInerney’s
Sherwin-Williams
Barnes & Zahner
Roscou
Beemer
Chicago Lumber Yar
Cot Avenue
OA. &W
Gideon Folk
Cooper Shop
Henry Haltrock
Cedar Ile
R. N. Smith
D. C. Clark's Market
Albert Lenze
W. Meyeer
Gus Hausmover
Fon Ton
W. N. Snake
Continental
Sewell
J. H. Brapy
M. Wise
Rothschild’s
Mr. Wise
Lebold, Fisher & Co
Hiland Sou
Thworth
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