The Feud Over Roosters Ends In A Wise Admission
An old man named Lim reflects on work and happiness as neighbors discuss a rooster fight in Atcherson. A moral voice argues that effort creates meaning, while a boastful wager leads to a fatal twist as the red and black birds clash. Lim finally concedes a foolish impulse sparked by Sam Niles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jook
Lim Jacksin
Bo Sam Niles
OM Liu
Sammy
Sam
Oldfin
Adam
Garden of Eden
Florida
Pye
Speare
Atcherson
Lim
Aire
Sid Lim
Luther
Haney
Beth
Linswel Tomy
Red
Limuel
Old Lim
Sam Niles
Squire
Ofdes
Local Notes Highlight Citizens and Visits in Ellis County
In Ellis and Wakeeney communities figures like Sam Hutsel and Judge James Reeder appeared in town for legal business. Local residents such as Nick Arnbold and John O Laughlin were noted for home improvements and social ties. The piece mentions political hints, upcoming Kansas City Commercial Club trip, pension gains for Mrs Motz, auto use by Dr Kidd, and the 89th anniversary service of the Odd Fellows with Rev Brown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Hutsel
Wakeeney
Jas. H. Reeder
Denver
Nick Arnbold
South Chestnut Street
Waldo of
Ellis
Dr. Blake
Kansas City
Plainville Gazette
Notice to Oned Defendant in Divorce Case
Oned defendant Mauissa eee ae Dexter must answer the plaintiff petition by May 28 1908. If not the court will grant a divorce dissolving the marriage and awarding custody and excluding the husband from interfering with the children. Clerk W M Stanton. First published April 11 1908. Administrator’s Notice Estate of George Sauer Sayre Deceased. Letters of Administration granted to Aaron Saver. Claims must be presented within one year. three years to bar. Guardian Agatha Werth appointed for Joseph Werth heirs. Attest J B Gross Probate Judge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mauissa Eee
Dexter
W. M. Stanton
Davin Rathbone
State of
Kansas
Fllis
Grorgr
Sayre
George Sauer Jate
Aaron Saver
George Savern
Atteat
J.B. Gross
Probste Court
Ellis County
Josephine
Ludvia
Robert Werth
Joseph Werth
Agatha Werth
J. B. Gross
Notice for Publication of Homestead Proof No 26527
Notice in Land Office Johnson formerly Pearl L Davis of Hays Kansas seeks final five year proof for Homestead entry No 26527 filed April 20 1903 for the Ex NEY Section 2 Township 12 South Range 1 West. Proof will be given before the Probate Judge Ellis County at Hays Kansas on April 25 1908. Witnesses: Hiram W Joy Howard Baker Patsy J Dean Anthony Dean all of Hays Kansas. Jno Thomas Register.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ae of the Interior
Land Office
A Johnson
Pearl L. Davis
Hays
Kansas
Ellis County
Hays City
Hiram W. Joy
Howard Baker
Patsy J. Dean
Anthony Dean
Jno. Thomas
Register
Advertising urges readers to sell and rent items
A brief notice emphasizes the value of newspaper advertising for all needs from small want ads to large display spots. It invites readers to request two free Press rate cards to learn about rates for renting, selling, or promoting goods and services.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ople Read
Teddy Balls
Buckeye
Louis Christiansen
U. S
Topeka
M. E. Dixon
Dr. Catudal
Ed Rea
Freese
Simon Motz
A. Grossenbacher
Ft. Dodge
Towa
Earnest Seitz
Walker
Gove
Trego
Alfred Slaughter
Pearl E. Grippin
Dr. Kidd
Odd Fellows
Presbyterian Church
Order
America
Rev. Brown
E. S. Beach
Bas
H.h.winters
Sherwin-Williams
Gassman
State of Kansas
Said County
Citizens’ State Bank
Kings Red Gross Pharmacy
Lowney’s Chocolates
Harrow
John Schlyer & Sons
Free Press
George S. Grass
Agency For
W. L
Douglas Shoe
Continental Creamery
Heys
United States
H. W. Oshant
Lewis Johnson
WM Johnson
Johnson & Johnson
Props
James Carter
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