The Butler Weekly Times Newspaper, April 5, 1900, Page 5

q as nee ee ; We have just received a ship- ment of these famous goods : direct from the factory. The 6 3s manutacturers of these pants 4 weave the cloth and make the and to pants @ direct the thereby saving the wearer. for $2.00. for both young Reading Pants, $2.00. then We guarantee them seainst ripping and also to be the best values ever sold We show. styles SS Don’t forget our line of $2.50 Men’s shoes all styles and extra values. SHEE HS SD SOOO 00 60000000 sell them retail trade, one profit to and old men. SeodsaeccseseoeeoeososeceseCOeSeN Css BUTLER WEEKLY TIMES LOCAL [TEMS ae Times’ elephone No. 37. To-morrow is Arbor Day. Still selling those 50e overalls for 38e. American Clothing House. J.F. Cotton renews and has his paperchanged from Butler to Am- sterdam. Silk front shirts at 50e, T5e and $1 —swell styles—at the American. G. W. Daniel was in to see us and had Luther Thomas’ paper changed to Buffalo, Okla. Selz “Farm Hand” plow_ shoes $1.25 at American Clothing House. Mra. Edgar Dalton is spending a couple of weeks at ElDorado Springs visiting. She is expected home Sun- day. Shirts for little fellows, ages 6 to 12, “Just like papa’s.” 50c at the American Clothing House. Our genial friend F. M. Fort, a sub- stantial farmer of Spruce township, favored us pleasantly and substan- tially on Saturday. We show the handsomest line of boys clothing in the city. Americen Clothing House. Saturday was a great day in But- ler for business. The city was packed with farmers and the merchants did & thriving business. John Ward. a painter in Kansas attempted suicide by cutting his throat because he could not quit smoking cigarettes. Rev. Mrs. Cobb, who has _ been nding a couple of weeks with rela- tives and friends,in Independence, re- turned home Friday evening. Capt. Claud L. Clark, chief clerk in the adjutant general’s office, at Jef- ferson City, was in the city Friday visiting relatives and friends. County board of equalization, com- posed of the three county judges. county clerk, sheriff and surveyor, was in session the first of the week. Judge N. M. Given of Harrisonville, has withdrawn from the race for Supreme judge and moves to make Jadge Gantt’s nomination for the Position unanimous. The public schools at Adrian closed iday evening of last week. Aseven month’s term only perhaps accounts for the vote of that town against the | court house proposition. Samuel Starr, one of Bates county’s best citizens and democrats, favored us with a renewal. H. A. Clark, a prominent and influ- ential citizen and substantial farmer, of Summit, favored us substantially. Frank -E. Bratton, formerly a prominent young farmer of this eounty has lis paper changed to Stafford Kan. We were complimented by a call from R. D. Ewin, of Deepwater town- ship. Bob is one of the working dem- ocrats of that section. We are sorry to learn that Uncle George Pierce fell on his door steps and hurt his leg séverely. At his ad- vanced agea fall or sudden shock might prove very serious. Putnam Fadeless Dye, Cardinal, is a very fast beautiful red, with which it is almost impossible to spot your goods, as the color goes on the goods very evenly. 10c per package. Sold by H. L. Tucker. Painters and paper hangers have put the hallof the Modern Wood- men, next door to Tae Tres office, in splendid shape. The hall has been handsomely papered and nted for the time being the Odd Fellows also meet in this hall. John Shutt, who has a fine farm in Summit township, says he finished planting 30 acres of corn Saturday and was sorry it was not 70. Mr. Shutt is one of the farmers of Bates that has made a success of farming: He favors early planting. DeWitt MeDaniel, a substantial farmer of Summit, has his subscrip- tion set up a notch, bills printed for his fine jack and an advertisement in Tue Times for that animal. There are few thriftier farmers or better men than Mr. McDaniel. John Hayslip tried in Kansas City for the murder of his wife and another woman named Maud Mitchell, some time ago, was found guilty Friday of murder in the second degree and his punishment was assessed at nine- ty-nine years in the penitentiary. Cy Walker moved his family back to Butler this week and will make this city his headquarters hereafter. He is one of the most_ popular drum- mers on the road, and heand his esti- mable wife have a host offriends who welcome their return to this city. W. M. Arnold informs us that he received a letter from F. H. Crowell Boston, Mass., conveying the sad in- telligence of his mother’sdeath, which oceurred the morning after their ar- rival. She had reached a ripe old and her death was not unexpect- peg the family. | C. P. Staley orders his paper _changed from Durant, I. T., to Wis- |dom, Mont. We hope to see a full turn-out of the vote at the primary election. It is |due the party and the candidates that every democratic voter in the jcounty give himself an hour or so of | time to attend the polls and vote for | his favorite. | J.B. Adairenjoyeda visit last week ‘irom his mother, brother and sister. Mrs. Adair resides near Tipton, Mo., and notwithstanding she is 73 years old is well preserved and quite active for a lady of her age. They returned home Friday. ister. I. T., had a $75,- 000 fire Eric evening. The fire broke out in Grand Avenue hotel, and quickly spread to other buildings and in less than two hours damage to the above amount had been done in the business portion of the town It was only by hard work that the union depot. the Kabi Tula building and other property valued at over $400,000 was saved. South McAl Missouri of at The next re-union in the ex-coniederates will be he Warrensburg. The re-union will ] two days and will be held Sept. and 28. The committee having in charge the work of collecting funds fora monument to the confederate dead interred at Springtield, reported about $8,000 in hand and estimated that fully $4,000 more would be col- lected Ed Burnett, living in Elkhart township, had a span of fine horses killed the last of the week. He had them hitched to a harrow and had trusted the lines to his little son to drive a few rounds. The horses be- eeme f itened and in attempting to run became tangled up and fell on the harrow. both being killed. Mr. Paddock, who informed us of the ac- cident, said they were extra good horses and Mr. Burnett was very proud of them. Our old friend D. B. Heath of this city favored us pleasantly, renewed his subscription, as has been his prac- tice for many years. He caine to Butler in 1866 and worked at his trade as cabinet maker. He passed his 85th mile post on the 22nd day of Mareh. He hada severe spell of sickness last fall, but has fully recov- ered and is very sprightly for his age. His mind is as clear as a bell and he reads without glasses. THE TIMEs together with his many friends hopes to see him round out the fullcentury. Its a busy time with the candidates now, and these democrats who are seeking votes at the primary election to be held June 2nd, are out in the country rustling early and late. The men thus far announced are all excel- lent citizens and well qualitied to fill the places to which they aspire By the primary system of nomi ing, every candidate has an equal show- ing for his “white alley,” and in the outcome the defeated will accept the result eheerfully and fall into line for the success of the winner and the en- tire ticket. Our young friend Samuel Fulker- son was pleasantly and agreeably surprised one day last week by the receipt of a letter from Attorney- General Campbell of Colorado, con- veying to him the good news that he had been appointed stenographer and clerk for the Colorado and Mid- land Rrailway company. On Friday Sam received a telegram from the company requesting him to report for duty at Bolder, without delay. In obedience to this notice he took his departure for Colorado Saturday. Sam is a son of the late P. C. Fulker- son, was born, raised and educated in this city. and is one of our most deserving and promising young men, and the Times is glad to learn that he has secured the above Jucrotive position, and wish him every success. J. A. Silvers of Rich Hill, announces asa candidate before the primaries for democratic nomination for prose- euting attorney. He is the junior member of the law firm of Silvers & Silvers, one of the strongest legal firms in this section of thestate. Mr. Silvers has been in theactive practice for several years and is recognized as a lawyer of ability andforce. Hehas been very successful and has a re- munerative clientage. He was born and raised on a farm near Butler, was educated in our public schools and studied law in the office of his brother, Hon. T. W. Silvers. and was admitted to the bar with a_ high grade. He has been an active demo cratic worker from his majority, is an honorable gentleman. clever, eourteous and accommodating to all, would make a strong candidate and an able and fearless _prosecutor if elected. S. Morris, for the past four years a prominent, succes fai and progres- sive business man of this city, pro- prietor of the Model Clothing Store, who announced some time ago to quit business here, boxed the rem- nant of his stock Saturday and shipped them to Webb City, Mo.. where he will again engaze in bnsi- ness. He goes back to a place where he will not bea stranger. as he in- forms us he did businessin that town for fourteen years previous to coming to Butler. During his residence in this city Mr. Morris proved himself to be an energetic, reliable business man an excellent citizen. and it is safe to say that this community will regret to lose this estimable family. Mrs. Morris and two interesting chil- dren. Rosine and Tethia, will remain in our city, until the close of our schools in May. ‘Store News. We want youto get acquainted with ournew spring stock. It is more complete and thecolorings and styles are more beautiful than ever. Take a glance through our percales. Stripes are the leading feature and we show dozens of them, some wide, some narrow, some dark,some light, all good washable colors, and the prices are right. Then look at the zephyr ginghai:s and tissues, they are dainty and cool looking, the soft shades of pink, blue, lavender, ete., which are so now. For good, durable shirtings we show some things which ought to interest you at Se, GY¥e, B¥c, 10c. 12%e, 15e. In muslins and sheetings we have an immense stock, all at OLD PRICES. If you want to be sure of getting your hosiery good buy **Topsy” hos- much used ‘lto Boston, Mass., iery and you get the best. We have all the new things in them. effects. polka dots, boot effects, ¢ Our ladies hose at most 35c hosiery and our misses’ Lace > is better than hose at 10e a pair equals most of the 15c kind. You should patronize our notion department, it is full of the GOOD KIND of “little things” necessary in every household. lines of embroideries and laces are in splendid shape, the values better than ever. A lot of all broideries, tuckings, etc. This is the time of year to talk about carpets and mattings, and we are in a posi tion to talk to you right about them, as our carpet department is fuller than ever with the best values in the country, and remember we guaran- tee the lowest prices. tains and draperies are beautiful this season and we show lots of them. We have the curtain rods, shade hangers, window shades and the prices are low. Then about clothing. You might just as well save afew dollars on that as we are selling it at cost. Ourspring hats are in, come and see them. New shirts and neck- ties, choice things. Now if you want GOOD SHOES we have them, not an old dried up pair in them, all new and fresh stuff and at low prices, work and quality quaranteed. You will find our store full of good things on both floors and all at such reasonable prices that you will be pleased. MicKIBBEN’S, Our choice over em- The lace cur- North Side of Square J.C. Courtney, a substantial citi- zen of Athol favored us with a renewal. Our esteemed lady friend Mary E. Robinson favored us with a renewa’. Miss Maud Donovan orders her paper changed from Cleveland, Ohio, where she is at- tending a musical conservatory. The city election passed off very quietly. The principal interest being taken in mayor and marshal. Rev. F. B. Woodruff will hold serv- ices at St. Mark’s Episcopal church next Sunday, April Sth. morning and evening at the usual hours. Sheriff Mudd has seventeen prison- ers in jail, Onaccount of quarantine regulations at the penitentiary the sheriff is still holding the prisoners sentenced to the pen at the last term of court. We are in receipt of a renewal from our esteemed young friend L._ B. Starke of St. Louis Bruceis holding an important position in the office of the general attorney of the M. K. & T. railway. The Tempest, a uew paper just started at Amsterdam, Mo., by R. O. Howard is received this week. The head of the paper would indicate the editor had arrived in Amsterdam not ina Tempest but a cyclone. But turning a page we find the sheet nicely made up, a clear print, well patronized and chuck full of newsy local and editorial matter of a non- partisan character. Our good friend C. W. Boswell corn- plimented us pleasantly and substan- tially Saturday. He left. the first of the week for Chariton, Iowa, to place his two little boys in the care of his sister. Mrs. W. H. Duke will take the infant child. Mr. Boswell was sorely afflicted in the dedth of his beloved wife and daughter within a few months. M. L. Wolfe complimented us pleas- antly. He will leave next Monday for the far west toseek outa location. He says he will go to Bitter Creek Valley, Mont., first. He has about closed out his interestsin thiscounty. He was surveyor, bridge commis- sioner and mine inspector for this county. He was the first mine inspec- tor for Missouri under the present law. Heis a prominent citizen and his loss will be felt by our people. James Boyles. a farmer residing three miles southwest of this city, a badly demented condition. The young man is 25 years of age and four weeks ago. since which time he has been getting worse, his hallucina- tion being that some one is after him to killhim. He was taken before the county court for investigation. brought his son, Newton, to town in} showed signs of his malady about, We are Showing SPRING clothing well tailored a are ina position to quo figures. See our Boy Ss 3 piece knee suits ages 9 to 16 double breasted vest. Our old friend James P. Thomas, one of the wealthiest farmers and in- fluential citizens of New Home town- accompanied by his pretty daughter, Miss Martha, and little son Arthur, made usa pleasant call while in the city Tuesday ship. Louis Defienbaugh, who has been running a harnes several months has moved back to Butler and accepted a position with MeFarland Bros. Louis is a splendid mechanic, an excellent citizen and a hearty welcome is extended him and his estimable family in to our city. Dr.C. A. Lusk complimented us pleasantly on Saturday. He said that he had moved his family back to Nyhart, where he is engaged in the practice of bis profession. doctor will be a¢ democratic primaries to suceeed him- self as coroner. He has performed the duties of the office faithfully and satisfactorily to the people and it is customary under such circumstances to give a second term in a two-year ofttice. Our populist. fri hard time. They have called their committee meeting for last Saturday and although the weather was all that could be desired, only four mem bers were in town, and two of these were here on other business. Per. haps it may yet be necessary for Chairman Hughes to arm the consta bles with a distress warrant and bring the recalcitrants in.—Oveola Democrat. The foreman of the booming Times and wife had a very pleasant visit with G. W. Park and_faiily Sunday afternoon. Mr Park is the excellent correspondent of the Time and resides in a cozy home about half mile east of Virginia, a town with less than 1,000 population in the west part of the county and while not blessed with water-works, lights, ete., is a thriving little village allthesame. Mr. Parks and son James have gone into the hog busi ness quite extensively and are breed- ing the'thoroughbred Jersey red. We | shown through the different at red hogs until The whole place were pens and looked we were color blind appeared to be lined with this | splendid breed of hogs. which are pronounced by hog men to be unsur- passed for breeders, weight and fat- tening qualities. We had a delightful visit at this hospitable home and on taking our leave, Jimmie, just for meanness, chucked a thoroughbred Jersey red pig un the seat of our buggy and made us bring it home as asouvenir. The country around Virginia almost as for as the eye can see is rolling prairie land and in a high state of cultivation, but the farmers were not as far advanced with their spring work as those nearer town. Mrs. Hanks. wife of ex-sheriff W. F. Tuesday morning at 1 o'clock. The cause of her death was heart and dropsy. The deceased had been sick for several months. and six or eight weeks ago was tak City to consult a specialist. Thetrip did her no good however, and on her return home gradually grew worse until the end came Tuesday i In the past two weeks she she get rest in any position placed by the nurses. Mr. and Mrs Hanks have been residents of this city county for the past twenty Mr. Hanks served two ter deputy sheriff ancer Jes land at the expiration of that« term was elected sheriff anc | office for two terms. Thefamilyt hen isnoved to Indian Territory where lthey remained about a year: Dur- ling their residence in the Territory Mr. Hanks went through a severe attact of typhoid fever. from the effects of whih he is still suffering mentally, and the death of his devo- ted wife at this time owing to his un- fornate condition is the more lamen- table. Mrs. Hanks was a most esti- mable lady and was held in the high- est esteem by all our people. , For Men’s Boys’ and Chiidren’s wear the LARCEST and BEST SELECTED steck of ever exhibited by any house in Bates Co. kindly request you to call and be convinced that we are stating FACTS. Special Laster Wear Suitat $10, Nothing JOE MEYER, The Clothier. shop at Foster for | their return | The | ndidate before the | ends are having a | electric | Hanks, died at her home in this city | sease | to Kansas | reatly, a great portion of } the time being unable to lie down or years SUITS We For reliable nd perfect fitting we te you extremely low Nobbier. QUARANTINE. Board of Health Meets and Takes Strict Precaution. The Board of Health of the City of Butler, Mo., met ou this the 3rd day of April, 1900, in pursuant to call of the president, wien the following proceedings were had Whereas, it has come to the know- ledge of the I rd that some conta- gious disease is prevailing in the city and to prevent the spread of the same the board orders that the fam- ilies of Martin Bridan, J. MeCuan, Miss Ludwig at the ademy, and | John Dunn be strictly quarantined | and no one except a nurse or physi | vian be allowed to pass out or in the jsaid houses. Also that the marshal is ordered to extend the quarantine to any person, place or family that may be directed by the president or | secretary of the board and it is fur- ther ordered that the said quarantine remain until the same is raised by written order of the board or Mayor of the city. Said marshal is forth- with ordered to arrest and bring to | trial any person violating this ordi mince J.S. Franc ) Pres. Board of Health C. BouLware, See. Beginning Right Now, The reporter met Dr. Boulware, | secretary of the board of health Tues | day morning, and from him gained this piece of information in regard to the contageous disea which has been prevalent in our city for several weeks and which the board of health at a meeting. held a couple of weeks » after cureful examination of the | | afflicted patients declared the disease to be ehicken pox. The doctor held in hishand a copy of the revised istatus and cited us tothe law gov- erning contageous diseases and alse the power doin the board of health in regard to the same. | Byexamination of this law, said the doctor, I find the board of health has sutficient power to act in the premises. A meeting of the board will be immediately called and vigor- | cus and positive steps will be taken to stamp the disease out in this city {and to stop its further spread. We shall instruct Prof. Taylor to guard \ the interest of the schools by making a careful investigationeach morning, | and if any children be found who have been exposed to the disease, to imme- diately send them home. All |measures possible will be taken in | the way of quarantining those afflict- edtostamp out the disease. From this on. whether it may work a hard ship or not, no quarters or favors will be showr the board of health will track the law to the letter and lenforee its provisions regardless of consequences. Alldoetors in the city are requested to report to the board of healthany suspicious cases coming under their observation. Tue Times lia glad to the board of health | taking this matter right by the horns and every good citizen will sustain } them in their efforts to stop this dis- ease from spreading further in our | | | see Wouldn't Serve Negroes. Pittsburg, Pa.. March 30.—Walter E. Billows, a negro who is assistant | United States district attorney, went lintothe restaurant of William J | McCarthy with Congressman George W. White North Carolina, also # negro, and ordered a meal. Mctar- thy refused to serve the negroes and Billows sued him for $5,000 damages To-day the jury ¢ i him six and | one-fourth “A Penny Saved Is a Penny Earned. Economy is the lesson taught by this say It istrue economy to take Hood’s Sarsapa: illa at this re son because it purifies, enriches ap vitalizes the blood and thus prevent» sickness and pute the whole systen ina state of health forthe coming season. Every bottle of Hood's Sar saparilla contains 100 doses—posi- tive proof that it is economy to take only Hood's. Constipation is cured by Hood's Pills. 25e.