The Butler Weekly Times Newspaper, May 23, 1883, Page 5

was Siseeorneester gumrimmnapeani nen vs LOCAL ITEMS. There will be a Sunday school pieme near Adrian Saturday. Are you coming to the circus June ath. Lookout for their ‘tad’’ in next weeks TIMES P Subcribe ror the Times and Louis- ville Courter Fournal, the wo only cost $2.25. The Shakespeare club enjoved the sports of a moonlight picnic en the Miami, last evening. Saturday was a busy day with Butler merchants. The town was iamed with people. S. H. Barrett & co’s..New united monster railroad show, will exbibit in Butler on June gth. 1883 Sunday being cold and disagreea- ble. the usual jain at the Boulware springs was not so great. We hear of several couples going to the Hill to-night, to witness “Trial by Jury,’’ by home talent. One sprinkler such we now have, will not be suffic.ent to keep the dust of July and August down, H. Miller, and C. W. Smadding, two ot Walnut township’s best citi- zens, were among the callers at the Times office, last week. as four miles seuth east of town, laid upen eur table Friday, a stalk ot pie plant, measuring 28 1-3 inches in length. Gidion Carr, residing Farmers tell us that only abeut one half the wheat sowed last tall 1s left standing. and that which remains will not make more than half a crop. Henry Levy and Ed Eckler are the first to givethe Boulware springs a tair trial. They ge down every morning before breaktast, and drink the wonderous water. The vocal and instrumental concert given at Archie last Saturday mght tor the benefit of the church in that city will be repeated Friday might this week, at Adrian for the purpose. same Samuel P. Edmunds, of Vernon County, received the appointment as cadet to the Naval Academy at Anapolis, trom the examining com- mittee in session at Lamar. The appointment to West Point was giv- ento Robert W. Peach of Bates county. A monstrosity, in the shape of a mules head with both eyes in the center of the fore head, was on cx hibition on the east side one day last week, the animal was toaledon the farm of D. C. Whitely, two and a half miles southeast of town. and lived several hours. W. A. Fleming, has lately pur- chased the photograph gallery of C. Cummings, and has been busily en- gaged for a week or so rearranging the prémises preparatory to doing a different class of work to any ever executed in this city. Mr. Fleming is an expert at the business. Tke reader will notice the “ad” of T. D. Rafter, on the page ot the Times, this week. Mr. Rafter, isone of our oldest, and therefore most reliable merchants. He carries a well selected stock ot dry goods and groceries, and it will always pav you to give hima call. new first There will be a select dance in the opera house at Rich Hill to-night, after the close of the entertainment “Triel by Jury,” in honor of the Butler visitors. How many will be there to share that honor. We know of several couple. R. Weil, or, rather, Adolph and his assistants, have been making some noticable imprevements in ther boot and shoe room on tke north side. The gentlemar display good taste in their arrangment ot things, and indicate clearly that they are business all over. Z. J. Williams, has formed a co- partnership with the hardware firm ot Wright & Glorius, and has moved inte the building occupied by the latter. As the Timms stated last week, the new firm will occupy the corner reom, Wheeler formerly were, with stoves and tinware. The consolidation calcuated to increase the business censiderably. is where Bennett & | Personal. —R. D. Ewin, of Hudson, called on business Jast Friday. —Adolph Weil, leaves Louis to-day, to buy goods. for —Tip Kirkpatrick, of the Adrian | Advertiser, was in the city Satur- day. —Prot. Eppstem, and Frank Al- len, of Nevada, spent Sunday this city. —W. B. Henry, of Fairfield coun- ty Ohie, a cousin to Mayor Brown, has been visiting the latter during the past week. —J. R. Davis of the Trmxs, famiiy, were called-to Colnmbia. last week, by the illness of Mrs. Demmett, the aged mother of Mrs. Davis. —Mr. Brooks, of “Pleasant Gap, was in the city Monday and compli- mented the Tiaxs. He says work has begun on the new church at that place. —J. L. Preston, tormerly with *B. & B.,’’ un the west side, 1s now in the empluy of Bennett & Wheeler. Mr. P. 1s an accommodating, relia- ble business gentleman. in and —Miss Clara Mize, who :s_ shap- ing the young intellects of Sprague, in the ways ot education, spent Sa- urday and Sunday in the Electr.c City, with her trends. —Mrs. Henry Day, of Nevada, is visiting friends in this city. [In com- pany with Mrs. Hugh Swift, ard Miss Ella Evans, she gave the Times a business call Monday. —F.M. Golladay, a prominent farmer and Democrat, east of town three miles, gave the Tres a friend- ly call a tew days ago. Mr. Golla- day 1s a very inteliigent and interest- ing gentleman. —Arch Hamilton, and his father, brother and father to Ashby Hamil- ton of this county, arrived from Ken- tucky last Friday evening. They are here on business connected wih their interests in Bates. -—-Capt. Helly Nichol, left Mon- day morning for Kentucky. He will be accompanied on his return by his daughter who has been attend- ing school in that State for some months past. —Mrs. W. F. Hanks, and son James, left Monday morning for Kentucky, te spend the summer. The Shenff says thmgs will go loosely with him now. Shouldn’t wonder a bit. —J. H. Sacre, of Virginia, this county, called and subscribed for the big newspaper, the Tugs, Saturday. Farmers can no more do without the Times than they can the cultivator, the reaper or threasher. —Will Scott, of this city, and Walter Howerton, of Vernon coun- ty, left this morning fer Colorado, to dig a fortune from the bowels of the Rocky mountains. Farewell. boys, and luck to you. —J. Domaovan, genernl press agent, for Barrett & Co’s. circus was in the city yesterday, arranging the preliminaries to show in Butler. Mr. D. 1s agentleman whom it is a pleas- ure to de business with. —Dr. c. H. Linley, a former resi- dent of the Electric city in the leng time ago just following the war, now acitizen of Mt. Pleasant. Kansas, was in town yesterday talking with the few of the old ones that remain. northeast —E Carver, residing of town, accompanied by his wife and son,visited the Times last week. | Mr. Carver says the wheat crop { wilt amount te nothing scarcely in hic section, but that corn is allmght if we carvonly have a little warm | weather. amass oe Orear, one of Summit's best | tarmers, is improvinga new farm, on which is being erected a very fine house, in the eastern edge of Mt. | Pleasant township. Mr. Orear de- | sires to be up with the times and | has named his new abode ‘Crome | Hill farm." He will occupy the new i premises as soen as the new house ‘is completed. Remember the Trwes Real Estate | Agency has some splendid induce ; ‘mentsto offer in improved tarmes and city preperty. ! Ifyou ot Tack Robert W. Peach. R. W. Peach, of this eity, cieved a letter Monday, from Hon. c. H. Morgan. appointing bim as cadetto the West Point Military Institute from this the twelrth con- gressional district. Bates county is honored in the selection. Mr. Peach isa young man of genuine mierrit } and very promising He has grown up with us, is a prin- ter by profession, having worked from devil up to local editor in the Timer office. We are proud of his success, and shall feel a friendly in- terest in his tuture welfare and hon- or. attainments. The Bailroaa. We have nothing new to offer in reference to the railroad question, unless we repeat Col. Nichols lan- guage to Mr. Pace spoken just as he that. *‘we intend to build the road.” Judge Waters and Col. Nichols, were in Butler one day last week examining into some ot the details of the enterprise, but bad nothing new to offer more than what has already been published. The surveying party which lett here for Walnut a week ago Monday last, are prosecu- ting their work as fast as the weather will permit. They probably will reach walnut to-day or to-morrow, and then proceed en to Ft. Scott, The Fire. The citizens of this city were ar- oused trom their midnight slumbers Sunday night by the alarm of fire in the drug store of Berry Bros. on the west side ot the square. It appears that from some unknown cause the fire broke out or was discovered on the inside of the building at the rear end,about 10-30 e’clock. But betore much damage could be done the crewd gathered and extinguished the flames, which might otherwise have been avery disasterous conflagra- ten. The Concert at Archi . A concert, consisting of instru- mental and vocal music, was render- ed in the Congregational church, at Archie, Saturday evening last. the proceeds ot which went toward purchasing a bell tor the church. Miss Hattie McKibbin, Mrs. Wal- ton, Rev. S. M. Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Daniels, et this city were present and took part in the entertainment, which is reported as having been very interesting and quite successful in every particular The net proceeds amounted to $75,00. The entertainment will be repeated at Adrian Friday night. The rendition of *‘Trial by Jury,”’ to-night, at Rich Hill, will be, per- haps, the most interesting entertain- ment ever given in the young city. The characters are all represented by home talent, and that fact alone al- waystakes. The play 1s given u § der the management of Prot. Ep stein, formerly of this city, and fa- vorably known for his ability in that direction. A number of reserved seats are in the hands otf Mr. Wal- ton, at the Butler National bank, and those who contemptate going had better secure seats early, as we understand they are beng taken rap- idly. In conformity te the Times an- nouncement last week. the wedding of Mr. Ed. Caines and Miss Adah Metcalf. eccurred at the residence ef Mr. A. C. Brewington. The guests present consisted ot only a tew particular friends. Atter the ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. Carnes, lett on the train for St. Louis, where | city Saturday evening. The 4 2 i Tites sends congratulations to these be < : = hem ; young people, and hopes tor them: a | happy and prosperous life. held a ! County Medical Society. the ! Rich Hill, on the roth, inst., | following officers were elected for; ithe ensuing year: President, Dr. | Martin, ot Rich Hill; Vice Presi- dent, Dr. O. F. Reanick, ot Butler: Secretary, Dr. W. H. Allen, Rich et Butler New potatoes, be: peas and strawbe:- | ries on sale at Bennett & Wheeler's. this morning: vated Ulaish Bard wire, i RBenret! & Whee ntities at re- was leaving tnis city a few days ago | they spent several days, returning to | Hiil; Treasurer, Dr. D. D. Wood, ; THE GIFTS! | THE GENEROUS GIFTS. 25 IN ——$—— # i aaa ey = ene | To be given away Cos For each and every dollars worth o | you geta ticket and each ticket correspondinn in number to ours in envel- | | opes gets ene ot the gitts given below. ALL. Monday, June 4th. f goods bought of BURN’S & CO'’S | We have met with Great Success in Our new Modeef Advertising and have given Three Fine Presents such asin one in Bates county would refuse to accept. ‘Lhe full value of money in goods was given tor each ticket, and our liberal gitt of a $50, black gres grain silk dress was drawn by ticket No. re. j ticket No. 193 and the bolt muslin by ticket No. 569. | Our success has lonsdale been in giving znd. By giving you goods as low ana the benetit of spot cash pur- chases. 3rd. Bv giving you as _ fine a stock to select from as you will find in Bates county. 4th and last but not least in making no misrepresen- And (Eee show for themselves. our now in order to please more ot custome:s, we have adopted the tol- lowing plan to be conducted in the | same way as before to continue our sales from May 7th until Monday | june 4th, and to offer 25 gifts com- prising the following viz. g yds myrtle green cashmere. 1 bolt lonsdale muslin. 1 pr Burns & Co’s. bik kid gloves. to yds brocade dress goods. 1 ladies gossamer. 12 yds drapers cloth ginham. 1-2 doz pr ladies hose. 12 vds calico, 1 table cover. 10 yds reversible dress goods. 1 ladies collar. 6 pks arbuckles coffee. 1 health corset. 2 1-2 yds Turkey table linen. t pr fine linen towels. t silk handkerchief. 10 lbs coffee A sugar. 1 pr silk gloves. 1 dictater shirt. 1 tb gun powder tea. 2 yd- table oil cloth. 10 lbs rice. 10 bars american star soap. 1 pr gents kid gloves. 1 linen table cloth. The sale will continue from May Sth te Mondav Tune 4th at which time the envelopes containing the numbers will be opened and parties holding tickets corresponding with numbers in envelopes are entitied to gifts. Grand Opening of new goods at Burns & Co., south side of square, where will be found one of the finest stock of goods in town, consisting of staple and tancy dry goods, notions, | hats, caps and furnishing goods. | We have long seen the need of | adding toour stock a line of staple | groceries, and we are now prepaired to give eur friends in the country in exchange for country produce, any- thing in our hne of dry goods and groceries, always paying the highest market price, and will guarantee to duplicate any prices given on goods. We would be pleased to have all our friends tromthe country give us a their interest to do so. Remember. we are on the south side ot squ and successors to McClintock 4 } Burns. We want to become acquainted with ull the people of Bates county and we are offering such induce- ments that all should give us a call. Burns & Co. Our gitts are Bonefide and vou will be surprised at our zenerous of- fering. . We have teas, spices, | tracts, and all staple nick nacks. H Burns & Co. | In linens, towl crash and white | goods, we have a tull line. i Burns & Co. | Try a pair otour own brand ot | kid gloves in black or colors, if they fruits, €x- do not give entire satistaction, we [ | will retund the money. Burss & Co. hats. no in weol, fur and straw better stock in town. Burns & Co. full ana In groceries we have n we will jcomplete line which \exchange for country produce or; low cash. We will sell at the very est prices. » The black cashmere dress by ! | full value for money in first place, | j tations in order to sell our goods. | call and we think we can make it to | | THE Greatest Drive Of the Season ONE CASE OF | Langtry Plaids, | Which we will sell out at 12 yds for $t,00 or § 1-3 cts per yard. The | cheapest goods in the market and | decided drive a A new line of Jersey Jackets, all colors, just in at Burns & Co's. Something new, in applique or embroidery patterns, we have a se- lect line and parties wishing to do transfer work should call and exam- ine. We are the only place intown yeu can find them. Burns & Co. In cashmere embroideries, we have a tull line of elegant patterns. Burns & Co. Our cbject isto make quick sales and small profits, and we are now offering inducements to one and all and we will not be undersold, i Burns & co. Small profits and quick sales will be our motto henceforth. So do | not fail to call and see if we cannot | please you. Burns & co. We are sole agents tor Butterick patterns and can furnish you in any | pattern desired. Burns & co. In gents furnishing goods, we have a nice line of the Dictator shirts | beth taundried and unlaundried in | white or colored. Gents ties, scarfs i collars and cuffs etc., | Burns & Co. ; In prints we have a fine selection. In bleached and brown muslin, tick- | ing denims, ducks, shirtings, crash | and in fact all staple goods. We | H carry a full line an¢ our stock 1s al- Burns & Co. line ways complete. We have now in stock a fall of cassimers for men and boys wear. In jeans, cottonades and striped duckings, our stock 1s complete. Burnes & Co. | In ladies neck wear, we have ties both silk and lace, fichues, collars, and our line of fancy linen lise for Misses and children cannot be} Burns & Co. | ene of the | beat. In hosiery we carry largest lines in town, and in prices, from the cheapest 5 cotton te the silk at $2,00 per pair. Burns & Cor | In teas, coffee, rice, sugar and all | staple groceries. we will always j have a ful! stock. Burns& Ca. | We trade for country produce, and | will always give the highest market | price, and sell you goods dewn | cheap. Burns & Uo. | Our new stock of groceries are | cent j now in,all nice, new, fresh goods | and at lew prices. Burns & Co. Remember tor every dollars worth of goods purchased vi trom Aprilgth, to May 7th, cutitles you | toa ticket to get our gencrous gift. | Busns & Co. ) We are the sole agezts of Butler | for the Searntt Carpet Co., and can ' furnish parties wishing carpets, giv- j ing them a selection from « stock of $10,008 to $15,000 and in prices | that will save vou from 5c. to 20c. | per yard, as to quality of carpet Call and examine betore you buy elsewhere. Burrs & Co. ; In gros grain silks we are head- | quarters, having one of the largest { stecksto select from. Burns & Co. We have ahine ot blaek and col- | ored kid gloyes, under our own brand i which we warrant in every respect. In 5 hooks which we offer at $1.75, every pair is branded. Burss & Co. us Ime that ever struck the capitol ot Bates county, the neatest and nob- Burns & Co. byist styles. In hats and caps we have the finest ! CITY SOLENS. Their Labers at the Regular Mecting Last Thursday Night. The council met in regular session atthe city hall last Thursday night. Only a few visitors were present. Atter the reading of the last: meet- ing’s journal, the couneil proceeded to the tollowig business : The committee on finance report- ed on the following accounts : |C. F. Card, work on street $13 50 C. T. McFarland, tor printing $19 45 Howard Watsen, work on street 10 45 A contract was entered into by the city council and Hiram Lair, appeint ing the latter sexton of Oak Hill cem- etery, upon a salary of $30,0c§per month allowing him the privilege of eccupying the house on the gronuds. Dr. Pyle, the old Cemetery Association, appeared tor the purpose of turning over the af- tairs of the Association to the city After some discussion the council decided te meet on Friday night, last week, when the transfer ef the old cemetery grounds was made. O. D. Austin appeared before the council in response to an order ot the Street Commissioner ordering representing him to put down an extra plank along the sidewalk on the west side of his resident lot. The matter was retered to the committee walks. On motion J. W. Hannah and H. V. Pentzer, were ordered to put down sidewalks in front of their busi- hess property on North Main street, ind 1aise the same to the standard of grade establrshed by the city. Geo. A. Todd, was granted dram shop license, for the period of six months. A proposed@ordinance was offered by T. J. Gatleway, regulating the maatter of carrying passengers and freight to and from the depot, and fixing license for such business. The same was put upon its first reading. T. W. Silvers,as Dr.Everingham’s attorney, asked the council to recind the order made at its last meeting to remove the tence on Fulton street, inasmuch as the litigation in the matter resulted in Dr. Everingiam’s favor. As there will likely be steps taken to open the street according to law, the council decided to take no action tn the matter. on side- The petition ot Moses Jones, to keep a beer and wine saloon at the depot, was refered to the committec en license. The report et the Commissioners on East Pine street, was recieved, and the street ordered opened ac cording to its provissions. Mrs. McCowan, was allowed $5.00 for nursing Mrs. DeLaney who is sick and unable to take care of herself. Hiram. Lair’s account for work ea cemetery ot $2,00 was allowed. Al- so State Auditors fees of $500 for registering cemetery bonds. A motion was adopted instructing | the Marshal to imforce the city ordi- dinance providing fer the collaring and taxing ef dogs. ine into the reports that mad dogs infest the south east part of the city. A motion was adepted providing for the payment of $15,00, per Also. to cxam ;menth, to an assistant night-watch. leaving to the business men the rais- ing ot the rermainder of such officers salary. Dr. Everingham and H. P. Allen, | gave notice that they would take as ‘appeal from the decission of the East Pine street Commissiener’s as- sesment of damages on their prop- ty, in straightening of said street. The bill of the Electric Light Company of $2,25 for three month- ending May oth, allowed. Personal. 2 lady to take the 5 for this town and vicinity to can s for our Laces, Trimmings and No» elties. No other capital required thar good endorsement, No risk and gooc pay to an energetic worker. Address tu terms, Ke exclusive t J- §.. Govrp & 61 Lake St., Chicag< For 2 Clean Shave Go to Crouch Bros. shop, near southwes he square. They have a neat 20-f