The Wichita Eagle from Wichita, Kansas • Page 5

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Havyest Prom the Christmas TradeThe Children AIL Sqnaring Them- eeives "With Santa Claus, Ideal "Weather Prevails, STAMPS FOR SALE AT THE COUNTING ROOM. SUNDAY'S EAGLE WHY DO PEOPLE read the Wichita Eagle? "Why is it that during the present haid times the circulation is steadily It is because it gives the public the best and freshest to lead, in the smallest available space, written in the most attractive style. LOOK FOE IIEXT Sunday's Christmas edition. It ivill he matchless. No paper in the woi Id can offer better articles.

OPIE EEADi tho man who has made tiie Aikunsas Traveler famous, will have a Christmas story "A Vial of Wrath" It is full of Read's quaint truths. Read it. FEANK STOCKTON who is acknowledged to he since Maupassant's death, first among short story writers, will have a story "My Wife's Well." It is giotesquely illusltated. See it. ELIZABETH STUAET PHELPS, whoso (Jates Ajar became the talk of tho woild, has a tender entitled "Thiukof the Sad." Ic will touch every Chiistian man and womanand soften tho joys of Chiislmas time.

Look for it. BILL NYE will have something to say. Some pcoplo have declared this humorist played out. Is he? At a national convention of publishers last, summer it was acknowledged that the writings of Nye wero more popular than those of any other living humotist. Watch for Bill's bald head.

HOWAED FIELDING will ho on hand with a racy sketch "Sammy's Tree." Fielding is the greatest wag in New York City. Every article ho writes has a "moral if you aro bright enough to see it. OUE TELEGEAPHIO NEWS. This is tho buby man's page. Nothing of inipoitanco is missed.

Everything 16 given 12 to 24 hours ahead of any other paper. No news is omitted. It is condensed. Theio is no aimless wandering thiough impenetrable masses of supeifluous verbiage. Tho coio of the matter is before you.

You do not have to devote tho whole of today to finding out what happened yestetday. The gist of it all is befoioyeu wrilten pointedly and truthfully. An hotir's reading places you in touch with iho world. Twenty columns of matter condensed into ten and no ncvs omitted. Seo "Electric Briefs' NANOY YANKS will have her place in Sunday's She is in tho top-loft of Wichita Society and she never fails to strike it wheto it is tho most tender.

Sho talks on "Local Musicians" this week. In addition, the tociety news of the week ill be given in a brief, comprehensive, and complete Avay. All paities of all cliques aro given. DITY NEWS- Nothing that happens in Wichita is left out of our local' columns. It gives all tho news, in a brief, bieezy fashion, fully and impartially.

l'WO OHEISTMAS 0ART00NS will grace tho paper and there will be Christmas carols, poems and anecdotes without number. Get one and delight tho children. EEMEMBEE that Sunday and Monday ate both days of rest. You will have time to read. The Sunday Eagle will contain twelve pages.

You will make a mistake if you do not secure one. lOHIE OCTSII1B KKADETtS. The EA.i.e guarantees the Art Portfolios. Outiide readers should not get Impatient. Tito portfolios they have ordered will reach them.

Tnere is no donbt of this. Tho troubles incident to a larger demand for the books than antici-pted made it impossible to fill all the orders at once. But they will be filled anil every man, woman and child who sent in his or hor coupons will receive the part ordered. The EAGLE guarantees these hooks. Every part will ba delivered without fail.

The sooner you get your orders in, tho better. Part becond has proved even more popular than part first! The portfolio is praised on all side. Coupons for part third will beslu to appear tomor row. Verily, Christmas is near at band. There was joy and happiness In the hearts of thousands of Christmas shop pers yesterday, when the morning dawned bright and clear, and afterward developed into an ideal Kansas day.

The streets of the city presented an animated and busy appearance as the happy throngs of men, women and children poured one into the street of the city to an extent that kept clerks, cashiers and cash-hoys en the jump fiom an early hour in the morning until late at night. The habit of bestowing presents on Christmas is possibly more extensively indulged in in America than in any other country. Santa Claus seems to have absolutely established his home in the New World. While he seems to have, a peculiar leaning towards the little ones, to whom he brings so much joy and pleasure, his Kenerosity is extended to those of all ages and conditions. For the little tots, he ever has the tenderest feeling, and his eyes have their kindliest gleam as he mentally jots down their names and measures the capacity of the stockings that will he so eagerly suspended in a few days.

The merchants of the city have an unusually large and handsome stock of Christmas articles and thousands of Wichita'i citizens yesterday seemed to be engaged in an earnest, industrious, untiring, exploring expedition. It was a happy and contented multitude, from the rich visitants of jewelry and bric-a-brac estab-tabliihments to those in the humbler walks of life, to whom not only every dollar, but well nigh every cent is a matter of serious importance. Tho loyalty of tradition, the love, affection and friendship which actuate the minds of humanity at thii joyous epoch, beerns to rise superior to all obstacles, the human heart seems to bo as large as evei, even if money is not so plentiful. While the giver may not be so lavish in purchasing presents, the grand spirit of Christmas as enduring as time itself, and is as characteristic of the people'now as ever it was. There is something intensely interesting about holiday shopping, whether it he to select the tokens of regard or to lay in the supplies for the wonted festivity.

It is not every civer who can bring his or her mind to tho solution of the knotty problem what to give. The tempting alurements of the many stores, both in the windows and the counters inside, the enticing inducements advertised iu the newspapers, all alike fail to' meet the requirements of some would-be investors. Mothers and fathers are usually rapid in their decisions as to the character of the present and they don't hesitaee long in purchasing. After all, while older folks may indulge more ex pensively in Christmas presents, it is when the youngsters aro concerned that the greatest interest is centered, Mamma and papa may plan surprises for euch other and for older offsprings but for them the mysteries and delights of Christmas, extensive and varied though they may be, can attain no such clysiuui as with the children. Santa Claus is everywhere to be seen.

Pictures of him are hung np in every window; he appears on hand hills, almanacs, calenders, and in every imaginable thing. There are two live Santa Claus on exhibition, and whatever they do the balance of tho year to impress the public, there is no doubt but what they are tho most popular men in town this week. Children bow down before them, as if they were monarch's They aie looked upon as people who are to be venerated and tho smiles they get from the ladies and the confidential chats they have with the children ampty repay them for the missery they enduio in a hot show window and tho sweat they have to go through while they are wrapped up for ten hours in furs suitable for out door life iu Lapland. It touches the heart to see little tots sneak up behind them, pull at their furs, tell them confidentially what they want for Christmas and then walk away happy in tho blind faith that they will get exactly what they ask for. Tho children are the life and the joy of Christmas.

To be sure they cost a good deal, but what matters that to the bliss of which they taste. The man who would begrudge the expenditure of a few dollars to make his children happy at Christmas has no heaven waiting for him iu the hereafter; and if he had he would lack the the capacity to enjoy it. "What's the use of spending money for things that will bo thrown away next week?" is cold philosophy. The Impressions made on tho little children ou Christmas with these presents aro lasting and will endure long after the presents themselves aro thrown away and destroyed. CIIUISTMAS NOTES.

The exercises in the West Side schools yesterday afternoon were of the most pleasing character. In the McCormick building every room was visited by Santa Claus, in the person of Mr. Fred Bell, the janitflr, who presented every pupil with a box of candy and a sack of nuts, the gift of tho teachers. Two or three little tikes, visitors at the schools, ware nearly frightened out of their wits by the sudden and unexpected appearance of St. Nick.

But "confidence was soon restored" when the candy made its appearance. A literary and musical program was carried out. In the Franklin school a different policy was pursued. The teachers announced that the money, at first intended to be spent in providing something to tickle the fancy of the children, would be used to provide some substantial gift for destitute families in the city, and tho noble-hearted hoys and girls responded with a cheerful clapping of the hands, for which the teachers thanked them. Literary and musical programs were rendered, also, and many very creditable performances beiug given.

Thechildrea have enjoyed the sights in tho windows iu the hignest degree. They could be seen singly aud tu squads, or with mamma or papa gazing with wishful, longing eyes at the thousand and one articles dear to the juvenile heart. One little fellow, about as tall as a cochin rooster, was seen last night in front of the Boston store, seated on a hobby horse, turning the wheel of a youthful express wagon, with as much glee as if he owned the whole aggregation of toys in the scope of his vision. Little girls pointing out to chums the particular doll which would most charm her heart, and would the most surely awaken her maternal feeling. And then she would dilate on the amount of aire that would be necessary to keep that baby presentable at all hours; how often the hnir must be combed and crimped; what colored dresses would best suit her complexion, and all the matters and things iht mamma had said about her own sweet self.

Boys would descant the quality knives, of balls, of skates, ot bats, of marbles, of tops, of magnets, of games, of blocks, aud declare that they bad saved all the pennies they had received for six months with which to lay in a supply of Christmas presents. If they had saved any it was because they had been placed beyond reach. Young man would look into the wiu-dows where watches, diamonds, necklaces, neckwear, boots, shoes, slippers, caps and choice underwear were displayed in most taking profusion, and think of his empty pocketbook. IIow he would long to buy a watch, or a diamond ring, or ear-rings for his best girl, and could not. Young women would look into windows where lovely hats, charming futs, choice dress goods, handsome cloaks, beautiful gloves, delectable hosiery, brilliant trimmings, were shown in endless variety, aud remember that paoa said her hat could be trimmed over, that she could not hava a new cloak, that her gloves would do for another month, and her stockings eonld be darned, but she would be darned if she wouldn't nave a new dress, anyhow.

Mothers would look into windows where children's clothing was displayed and ready-made bed clothing was shown and revolve in their minds how far two dollars would go toward buying three hoys a suit and enough clothing for an extra bed. Fathers had no inclinatiou whatever to look into anything but the future, and with a dim, far away look, as he lounaed along, wonder how long he would have to wrestle with face for a cold lunch. Tho postoffice will observe the regular holiday houis, and the clerks will enjoy the iest after tho hard work they have done dmiug the week. The mails have been loaded down with Chrismas presents. The tramps usually have been regaled with turkey and celery at the city prison on Christmas day, but this year will prob ably be an exception owing to Governor Lewelling's order.

Holly, ivy, mistletoe and evergreens can be seen everywhere along the retail thoroughfares. The shop windows look exceedingly bright, and there seems to be a greater variety of Christmas goods on exhibition than ever before. The jewelers are reaping a rich harvest. Ladies' gold watches and diamond earrings are selling like hot cakes. The butchers' shops are keeping up with the procession.

The proprietors are vieing with one another as to which can show the finest meats. The Sunday school of Plymouth church will have thoir Christmas tree and entertainment on Mouday evening at 7:30 o'clock. A good program has been prepared, to which all ato invited. In your excitement about the approaching festival, don't forget that tho EAGLE Portfolios are the very best present you can take home for Christmas. APTEE GAM IDENTIFICATION OF THE EOBBEBS SEEN AT MAELOW, 0.

T. 3Ianpin Recognized as the Leader. Oncar Schmidt, au Escaped Train Eobber, in the Gang Frank yalion Also There A Price Upon Their Heads. LOCAL. PICK-UP3.

Things Scrn and Heard Wlnle Strolling Around the Bosj City. MRS. ANDERSON OBJECTS. She Takes Issue With Jlr. lioyd.

on Certain btitem 11 31adu bjr illm. Airs. Anderson, desiring to set herself right on tho school question and with refeience to the statements of Mr. Boyd, published in the last issue of the EAGLE, said yesterday: "I don't waut the Eagle or the public to think that I am desirous of fauniug the flames of a local quarrel, but I do feel that since you heard Mr. Boyd that you would give a lady a chance to vindicate herself from gross misrepresentations.

First I will say that I respect every mau's opinion and nover iu all my life have grown personal in ray remarks. At the meeting referred to I condemned separate schools but made uo refereuco to Mr. Boyd. Secoudly, I never ndvocated separate homes for colored and white children. I never matron of the home and never got a ceut for my services during the threo years I was president of it.

Thirdly, I consider that I am competent to teach school and have taught several years in Ohio, as our present, school super intendent can testify to. I am opposed to separate churches, schools, barber shops, or separate anything that makes us a separate people. "I do not believe a people amalgamated as wo are can bo a separated people. We aro bone and flesh of every nationality of white men in America, and we have no more right to deuouuee our white fathers than wo have to denounce our black mothers; and we are the sons and daughters of some of the wisest and best mea who ever sat in the legislative halls of this country. Therefore I believe it to be for the best good of my class of people to fight down all color line.

It is their iudispensihle duty to do so; educate their children; fit them for tho best positions in life, aud then wait, pulieutly. "Jepthah was the son of the bond-woman, and Israel called him to reign over them. God is just, and the time will come when our fathers shall knov? and claim us as their own. We are one people and one natiouality." Some people bear charmed lives. The men who were suspected as being robbers on the Rock Island train in the Indian Territory last Sunday night and who were afterwards seen near Mariow, have been rcognized.

Tbey were the notorious Dave Manpin gang and there is a price set upon every one of their heads. The gang consists of Dave Maupin, Frank Nations, Oscar Schmidt and John Pruet. Dave Maupin has been for years the terror of the eastern pnrt of the Iu-dian Territory and Arkansas, and in daring rivals the Daltons. Frank Nations has been suspected of participation in half the train robberies that have occurred in northern Texas, Arkansas and the Nation tor the past fire years, and it is said of him that he is the coolest and most daring highwayman now operating in the west. Oscar Schmidt is an escaped convict from the Arkansas penitentiary, having been sentenced to ten years penal servitude for participating in the robbery of a train on the Little Rock road.

John Pruet is a new man and the officra do not know much about him, although it is suspected that he is one of the bandits that terrorized Lincoln county, New Mexico for years. They not only rob trains but also turn to horse thieving when business is dull. Deputy United States Marshal Madsen of Guthrie has warrants for Maupin and Nations now for stealing horses. "I want to tell you," said a deputy marshal who was up from the tertitory hist night, "that it is all nonsense to have guards on the trains running through the territoiy without clothing them with authority to act. If Guard Dumont of tho Rock Island had a commission as deputy United States marshal last Sunday night when he recognized and disarmedthese men he would have authority to hold them and today the Indian Territory would bo rid of three of the worst pills in the country.

The Maupin gaug has been forced to leave the eastern half of the territory because the officers made it too hot for them, aud there is every reason to believe that they will do some bad work along the Rock Island, or Santa Fe, if their criminal career is not stopped. The opportunity afforded last Sunday night when Dumont had them in his grip was the best that will ever again turn up perhaps and it is too had that he did not have the authority to hold them. "Have they been seen since the day they appeared at Mariow?" "Yes. They were seen camped a day or so afterwards about eight miles west of that station. Two of them were on guard while the other two cooked breakfast and you know that if they were not desperate characters this extra vigilence on their part would not be necessary.

Deputy Marshal Madsen is quite sure that they are the Maupin gang." "TAKE MB OU11 TAKE ME OUT.1 Were WorJs TVliair Uttered. 1y One Tlionclit Herself in Great 1'erll, Who TO THE OUTSIDE ItEADEHS, The EAGLE guarantees the Art Portfolios. Outsido readers should not get impatient. The portfolios they have oruereu win. reacu mem.

xnere is uo doubt of this. The troubles incident to a larger demand for the books than anticipated made it impossible to fill all the orders at once. But they will be filled and every man, woman aud child who sent iu his or her coupons will receive tho prt ordered. The EAGLE guarantees these books. Every part will le delivered without fail.

Tho sooner you get your orders in, the better. Part second has proved even more popular than part first. The portfolio is piaied on all sides. Coupons for part third will begin to appear tomorrow. ALL A MISTAKE.

rrlntcrs Will Err When Thcr arc Thlnkln; S-nnta. Clau, TliemselTes. The intelligent compositor made these columns say yesterday that the appropriation made by tho council was principally "for salaries' instead of saying "for bills and accounts." The Drinters have Santa Claus on the braiu, like everybody else, and are liable to err while their senses are entertaining such a pleasant guest. The finance committee have set the matter right in the following communication: To tfic Editor tae Easie. In the report, of the city council proceedings in yesterday's paper the following appeared.

"An ordinance was read appropriating principally salaries." The amount stated was correct, bus not a dollar of it went to pay salaries, bat to pav bills for water, light, lumber, $3,501 S3 of which was contracted and dne prior to the time the pre-ent mayor and conncit took charge of affairs last April. The bill-mado since Aonl we could not pay for ths reason that wc had to and did py bonds coming due to the amount of ana keep interest paid on the outstanding bonds, which nLo took a large amount. Had the tax certificates (of some J40.0.X?) sold in September lusi the city could have paid all Its bills np to due and had a balance in the treasury. IlEKP.r SCHAD. J.

ii- MCCAU, of Finance Com. These are the words that emanated iu a square voice, vehemently spoken by a rotund woman, with a round looking face, sharp nose, "grey eyes, brown hair, and a scared countenance. They were uttered on account of the following incident: Ed Taylor was dtiving north on Main street; the lady with the rotund figure was going south. In attempting to pass, in front of tho New York store, where many vehicles were congregated, a passing car frighteued Taylor's mare, which reared and when she came down it was with her front feet in the woman's buggy, and they came very near being in her lap. It was then she uttered tho words which attracted Mr.

Georgo Ross's attention. Mr. Ross is a man of ordinary stature, but of Herculean strength. He gently folded this frightened woman in his brawny arms and lifted her 200 pounds avordupois as carefully and as gently as if she were a babe, and set her on the ground. This feat elicited the generous applause of tho gave great satisfaction to tho performer.

When the rearing animal returned to earth from her soaring trip she found herself in the meshes of the law, charged with couduct unbecoming a well-trained animal, Grant Knepple, tho representative of the law on thut beat, having seized her by the bridle. It looked for two minutes like an ugly mishap would result, but the "coolness on the part of all present prevented any serious damage. The woman with a square voice had her buggy broken and Taylor's mare got her leg cut. Mattere were adjusted and ail parties passed on, and the episode was soon forgotten. Fred M.

Cooper, one of the Democratic war horses of Rice county, was among the visitors in the city yesterday. Dr. Sbultz, Newton Garst and John Moore have returned from a bunting trip to Rush Springs, Chickasaw nation. They bagged 336 quails in three days. William McKean, formerly a prominent citizen of Kiowa, has taken up his permi-nent abode in Wichita and is living at 039 South Main street.

Miss Gertie Heys, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. Hays, will soon be married to Al bert B'ock, a member of one of the largest wholesale firms of Cincinnati. Miss Gertie gratuatsd from the high school last spring and is quite a popular young lady.

Hou. Frank Morgan of Woodward, was the city last night. Mr. Morgan said that Woodward was making splendid progress and regards it as oue of the most substantial cities iu Oklahoma. Mr.

Morgan secured the claim on which most of the city is located. P. Doyle, one of the leading cattlemen of the Itxas Panhandle, was at the union depot last night enronte to Kansas City. He said that the cattle inthe Panhandle were wintering splendidly and that the losses by reason of the weather will be less than the have been for years. Judge Hill, a prominent lawyer of connty, Oklahoma, spent a few hours in the city last night on business.

The postal clerks who have been running heretofore between Mulvane and Panhandle City, will make Wichita their headquarters after tomorrow. It is given out that Charles Kiser of the Santa Fa division headquarters and Mis Maggie McAfee are to be married tomorrow. Mr. and Mrs. EJ Taylor have returned ftom their honeymoon trip and are at home at the Metropole.

Mt. Olivet Commandry, Knights Templar, are making arrangements for a banquet next week that will be quite a swell affair. Lee Hays has returned from a business trip to Cincinnati, Cleveland and New York. After seeing these commercial centers and feeling the pulse of trade, he says that Wichita has nothing whatever to complain of. John and Tom Mahan are enjoyiug a visit from their father, who has held one position with a firm in Pennsylvania for thirty year3.

He is well pleased with Wichita and particularly with our fine climate. Seats for the "Fast Mail" are selling like hot cakes. The employes or the Santa have received notice that they will be paid Jan. 'J. NEW ySErt THE MID-WINTER FAIR.

The Adams Bros, were very clever, and every one pleased with them. By request of so many, we have engaged them again for son and dance, Saturday, 4 p. m. At 9:00 o'clock Saturday evening the people will have the pleasure of hearing the classic and popular singer Miss Mathilda Lennon in ilio Fernando' This will be a grand event and Mrs. Nellie Hobbs-Smythe, Wichita's favorite will accompany her on the piano.

Seats reserved for ladies. CASH HENDERSON. 130 and 123 North MaiirSL WORLDLY WISDOM Is a marked trait in human nature, especially when it comes io buying goods. When a store is filled with customers who buy, and a firm is doing a large business, just notice there is a reason for it. I want to say to you in all candor, that a few moments time spent in this establishment, will convince you that there is no excuse for wearing that old thread-bare suit, shabby overcoat, and seedy hat.

Gome and try it and take a gold watch homo with you. M. JONES, 208-210-212 E. Douglas. EODP HOUSE ESTABLISHED.

The SaHatlon Arntr Assisting In tho 1orfcor Cm for the l'oor. The Salvation Army opens their freo soup kitchen to the destitute of the city. All hungry people will be fed without question of creed or color. They may bring their pails and carry tha soup to their own homes, or can eat it on the spot. Mr.

Extoa has kiudly placed tho store room, 610 East Douglas, at the Army's disposal for a short time, where they will prepare the food. Donations of meats and vegetables, are invited from the charitably disposed business men and others of the city. The ouly desire the Army has is to relieve some of the distress amongst the poor out of work. Donations should be sent to Captaiu Dale at the above address, or a card to him at 417 South Topeka avenue will bring some one to you for whatever you wish to give. The service of the cooks and waiters is all free, so that everything given goes directly to the poor.

The Methodist church on Dodge avenue is having quite a revival at their church aud taking into the church some of the best citizens of the West Side. From Today, Dec. 1 9 to Jan. 1 '94. -THE- Goldsmith Book Stationery Co WILL CUT TIIE PRICE ON EVERYTHING Those 82-50 Dictionaries at 91c.

Those $2.50 Foun tain Pens at 81.25. Our elegant assortment of Oxford, Bagster and Family Bibls at eastern wholesale prices. Dressing cases, card cases, manicure sets, collar ami cuff boxes, scrap books, albums, juvenile and gift books. EVtfRYTUESlT WILL JiB SACRIFICED. We mean Business.

149 North Main St, Biood Poisoning Jlrs. Mary K. OTallon, a very Intelligent lady of Piqua, Ohio, was poisoned while assisting physicians atan autopsy years ago, and soon terrible broko out on her head, arms, tongue and throat. Her hair all came out. Her hushand spenthundreds of dollars without any benefit.

Sho weighed hut 78 pounds, and saw no nrosnect of heln. Mrs. r.K. OTallon. At Ja5t sho to take ITood coulrf soon get out of bed and walk.

i oecame penecny cured oy Sarsaparilla and at once improved ue tuys, AT THE FIRST CHUECH. Kemarkable Heine Taken la tho Kcli2lou KcvivaI. The Wichita Produca company have moved across the street to F. P. Martin's old statid, and now have one of the moat suitable rooms for their business that could be founi in ths cjy.

The remarkable interest at the First church is unabated. Monday and Tuesday nights numbers professed conversion. Wednesday night there was not much outward demonstration from seekers, but tne manifestation of the Holy Spirit was great, Thursday night peroral seekers found peace. Oue special feature of the eveulng service, at the close of the after service following the dismissal of the general congregation, was the experience or testimony service. Testimonies by con verts of this revival were so wilhoglr given that the entire concregation was moved.

The services continue through tbo next week. List night the presiding elder. W. Martindale, preached a powerful sermon to a large audience. A wonderful interest was manifest at the close of his discourse.

One gentleman was led out into the light. The speaking meeting at ths close of the service was very interesting. Sunday service will be preaching by the pastor, morning and evening, with revival service following the Sunday school hour. The church will be decorated appropriately for Christmas services. The following mnjical program will be rendered: COR1G.

Christmas Canl Stalner "Hark. Hark Mj Soui" SoIo and (Unioa ChoresJ Gcssod Chorus from CaaUta la Befd bn Flftrio Christmas Carol (I'aifoo Chores Bxnby Holy Night islo and Hood's Sarsaparilla and am now a well woman. I weigh 23 pounds, cat well and do the work for a largo 1 family. My case seems a wonderful recovery and phvsicians look at me in astonishment, as almost like ae raised rm Ike dead." I HOOD'S PlULS should be in every family medicine chest. Oncomcd.alwayi preferred.

MORTGAGE SALE OF SHOES. The stock of Shoes ot the City Shoe Store will be closed out in as short time as possible. Here is a specimen of the prices: Reynolds Bros, fine kid hand turned Ladies $4.00 Shoes at $2.00 Reynolds Bros, fine kid hand turned Ladies $5.00 Shoes at 2.50 i Edwin C. Burt hand turned Ladies $6.00 Shoes at 3.00 Mears Mens French Calf $7 Shoes at 4.00 Burt Mears Hamburg Shell Cordovan $8.00 Shoes at 5,00 Large stock of Boys and Girls School Shoes at a bisf bargain. Tom Rlchardion of Rocfcport, Tern, was in the city yesterday on his war to Wellington, where he will spend tae holidays ffitb his parents and enjoy his Christ mas hospitalities trader the parental roof.

Tom slid th he never saw Wichlu look-inc more lovely, ad be a judge of what constitutes a lovely city. It is regnie-i oa the coist of Texs as the natural tilt A-aoiDt fox all the pi od acta of Knataa. 2 Pick HisPresent From This List A Comfortable Smoking 'Jacket. A House ami Vflire Coat. A pair of Osborne's C'ollkin Gloves.

A pmr of Fisk, Clark 0 Flagg'n loves. A pair of inra fit ores. A Fine Silk Xigbt Jlotte. A Fine JZmbrotrterert Sight Shtrt A Fine Flannel Sight Shirt, A pair of Hark Flagg Siwpfiitlero. A pair of Silk or Satin Sittpnrfcra An Fmbroirterert Dress hirt, A jHttin I 7'rs lnri.

One of the latest Silk Umbrellas, Walk ing SiirJ.s. A Sior of Collars, A Jlo.r of Cirfl's. A Fashionable Jcrbg Hat A rtohn Ji. i'1son Hat y. llodoffHat A Silk Hal A Sobbg Scarf Fin Link SI fere Jiuttons Sh irt Starts A Siih Muffler In it ial Silk Ha tlkerrh iefs A Fair of Silk Garters Full Dress Hows Ilea appreciate Best Presents That Are Refill GOLDSTANDT, 156 1ST.

MIN ST. ENO FURNITURE CO. 109 X. Main St. 106 Douglas.

Fine Stock of Furniture for Xmas. China Ladies' Desks, Parlor Tables, Couchesr Fancy Rockers, Oak Dining Rooms Suits, Divans foniere. Book case, children's beds, etc, Open Evenings. BEAU TIFUL, USEFUL AND DURABLE. The largeat and best Ejected lot of Holiday Noreliie, at much loer prices than' cthera ask for inferior and shop rorn goods are io be fonnd at Gch ring's Drug Not only the windows, bat the whole store filled with the choicest goods ever shown iu "Wichita.

Oar low pricea rooring ibern raptdlr, as we are anxious to close out all of th-im. Yon can ave moccr by investing with as. The variety is too grtai to enumerate, so come and tor yourself, and we will do the restj at GEHRING'S DRUG STORE 400 EAST DOUGLAS AVENUE. on! ic i tWX i'VLUIUU Jt 1 -l- Mr. E.

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