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The Cuba Advocate from Cuba, Kansas • 4

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THE CUBA ADVOCATE REV. FATHER DRAGOUN. PASTOR ST. ISIDORE CATHOLIC neuir Kewippr published at Cuba Kus it a seven rear's residence in Cuba. In '88 he removed to Cuba and built tbe Richland Hotel.

During Cleveland'! administration Mr. Kennedy was appointed post master which office be held young doctor In the above cut is thirteen days old Doctors Howard during their Inca'iou in Cuha the past two years, have treated over 1(00 different persons; written fifty-one birth certificates and nine death certificates. CHURCH. every Friday morn Inc. aft for five yeai s.

During this time he ffii BCBSCKIFTION PRICE. and first-class windmill. He sold, last year, more windmills than any other deal er in the county. A harness department contains a full line of the best harness, collars, pads, etc. A large line of fresh garden and Held seeds have just been opened.

Next week will round out tbe tenth year of this firm's seivice to Ibe public. The business was btgun under the Crui name of Kesl A Sons, they having pur-chastd the business from Lang Arbutb-not. The business continued uuder the name of V. Kesl Sons for three also elected Mayor of tbe city in which capacity be served for five yean, resigning tbe oflice upon his removal to J'er Tear (iu advace) $1.00 Six Months 0 50 tbe farm. He was a member of the school board when the present neat and commodious high school was built.

creditors. This act of unusal honesty In thi) repay rueut of his creditors left, Mr. Harnett without a dollar. Willi his usual Indomitable pluck he decided to embark in business ngaiu. With a capital of thirty dollars his wife had bonowed, and a small stock of goods secured from W.

II. Terpeniug to be sold on commi ssion, he started under his wilt's name. In four years from this time he bad lepaki $3,500 of past indebtedness and had a stock worth 22.000. Since then Mr. Uaruett has continued with his usual success and now has a most varied stock oi goods which can only bs found in a department store.

A select line of fresh groceries, and tlour, a complete Hue of dry goods, boots aud shoes, clothing and gout's furnishings, furniture and notions. Mr. lianieti's prices are always the lowest. Courteous treatment, fair dealing and honest goods have made this store a popular-place. Energetic, reliable and courteous, Mr.

Barnett Is popular and respected. jA WXl," Since his removal to the farm be has Three Months 0 25 Euleied at the Cuba, Kansas, Post office as second class mall matter. Official City Paper- JOHN BROWN Editor. 0. H.

I. i'. H'y DEPOT, CUBA tf .1 when It was changed lo Kesl Bros. Four years ago Mr Kesl purchased his brother's held the oflice of township treasurer and is a member of the board of directors of bis district. Mr.

Kennedy 3 sr rw ISLAND i interests bas since conducted the business nimself. A young man of sterling qualities, a thorough business man, liberal It. STEPHENS. TICKET AO EN KOCK KAlLKOAD. is a gentleman of unusual intelligence, ability and energy and is deservedly popular witli all aud progressive, be bas established a fine business reputation aud is popular with tbe people.

1 REV. Rev. Kohout A. KOHOUT. was born near Frague Bohemia, iu 1803 One of the most prominent figures THE MISSES II.

M. CAUOI1LLN. Mr. 0. B.

Smith vsas born October 10th, 1855, iu iou county, Ohio. In 1805 he moved wiili his parents to Illinois where they resided for five years, after wtiicn Ihey moved to Monroe county, Iowe. and la erto Lucas county, Iowa. Mr. Smith then iuoved in 1879 to Republic county, Kansas, where he has redded ever sii.ee.

lie ban devoted his wliole life to farming in religious circles in Cuba aud vicinity is the Reverend Father Dragoun who has through unceasing labors brought his church in this city to its present His education was begun In Prague. Coming to Amer-in IS89, he entered Oberlin College, Oberlin, Ouio where be pursued bis theo logic al course for a time. Being near Cleveland, he spent bis leading position and prosperous condition Father Dragoun came to Cuba OUR SPECIAL EDITION. We present this week, In our illustrated souvenir edition, tbe first serious ffoits In this line ever attempted in the city of Cuba. It is a home made affair, com position and press work and while we note tbe defects in it, we are still proud of tbe job, as it is something rarely attempted in towns of this size.FD.

We wish to extend our thanks to merchants, business men and others who responded to our efforts In giving Cuba a proper representation before the world To those who did not respond we have nothing; to say, as their absence shows that the rapid stride of progress has left them far in the rear. We wish to thank tbe editor, foreman and others of the office for their work, their untiring efforts to push a good thing aloag and lastly for the masterly manner in i which have handled tbe work. BARTON CO. about four years ago from Wilson. Kansas, and since his advent here has and stock raising, and bis surrounding friende have always found him honest and upright in all his dealings.

In 1S93 ne turned his attention to tbe breeding of registered Poland-China hogs. During the last seven years he has established a well bred herd. made himself popular in all circles and denominations. R. L.

BARTOX, COMPILER OF THE ADVOCATE SOUVENIR EDITION. Father Dragoun is a native of Austria, born In Kojetein, Moravia, Sundays working among the missions His son, (iorge E. Smith was born that country, where he received his Going to Union 3Tesl--Ward. preliminary education, finishing his Seminary, New York, be completed bis The Uock Island tailroad is represented in Cuba by Mr. it.

Stephens, a gentleman versed in every detail ot railroad office work and who has demonstrated tiy loiigand eontinous service for this company, Lis ability in this Hue. Mr. Stephens was born in Knoboster, Missouri, August 29, 1874. When about eight years of age his parents removed to Missouri. Here Mr.

Stephens whs rea.ed and educated in the public school ioi Vernon county. Ui til about sixteen years of aye he was engaged in farming. At that age ne went to Kansas City and began the August 7th, 1S77, iu Lucas couuty Iowa. In 1879 he iu v)d with his parents to Republic county, Knusas, where he still re studies in this country. He is a gentle theological studies and began his labors in Wisconsin, being ordained at Beloit in the man of exceptional talents, of fine education, a natural orator which com Presbyterian church.

He filled pulpits at many places in Wisconsin until '95, when sides. Iu the spang of 1398 he became a par ner with his father iu the Hue hog business and they now have a herd of bined with his energy, love of his work and inna courtesy, kindness and love which auy breeder could well be proud. he came to Cuba and accepted the pastorate of the Presbyterian church here, where he has since remained. During bis summer for humanity makts him beloved by all who know him. The'r herd oart the head of the herd is "King 1 Am" by I Am," vacations be labrrs at different places in JUDGE JOHN BROWN.

EDITOR AND PUBLISUER OF THE CUBA ADVOCATE. study of telegraphy and railroad oflice acknowledged by up-to-date breeders to be MP. AND MRS. F. S.

HERMAN'. the United States, for the good of the sacred cause. A man of broad mind, and the best breeding boar old "Cliief Tecutnseh II," ever sired. It cannot be work. Completing his udies he has been in this business continually since.

In '93 Mr. StepLeno began work for much culture he devotes all bis energies to disputed by anyone when they Iook upon his chosen work. the itock Island sjsteic, accepting a the get of this hog, that he is one of the Kev. Kohout has just organized a posiiion at Limnu, Colorado. Since One of the most pronounced business successes in the city is the Department Store, owned ard conducted by the Misses Caughlin, who during the past three years have fully demonstrated the fact that women possess superior business ability.

Nearly four years ago these young ladles engaged in the millinery business and meeting with splendid success decided to add other departments. They followed out that idea, gradually adding different lines until they now carry everything found iu a well regulated general merchandise or department store. I' I In grocery department can be found a large and comp'ete stock of fresh groceries, prominent in which are th finest brands of tea and coff e. This line is s.r I-, 1 best breeders in the west. Their brood-1 Presbyterian church at Table Rock, then be has he.d positions at various sows are of the leading stra ns of the day, Nebraska.

places on the system including the and individual excellence, to correspond states of Color tda, Texas, Indian Ter i with the pedigree. Messrs. Smith Sou have established a -v. PARKS LIVEBF BABN. E.

PARKS, PROPRIETOR. ritory and Kansas. Mr. Stephens cxme to Cuba irom Kensington, July 2I, 'Silt, ana took cia'ge of the It seldom falls t) the lot of the 1 reputation second to none and are in the front rank as breeders. Stock for sale at any and all tim-s.

Prices reasonable, fair and honest treatment. otlice here. Sir.ce coming here he has Two of Cuba's Most Popular and Piominent Young People United in Marriage Thursday, March Fifteenth. One of the prettiest weddings of tbe season was that of Miss Emma Ward and Mr. Joseph Kesl, Thursday March fifteenth, at the heme of Mr.

and Mrs, C. L. Iloudek, iu Cuba. Rev, L. ii.

Tremain, in tbe tentiful and impressive ritual of tbe Mei in dist church perlonned the ceremony that nnited i he young couple in the holy bonds that makes a life of bondage sweet. The house was beautifully decorated for tbe occasion; only the immediate relatives aud iriencis were present. Immediately af the ceremony all repaired to the ui.iing room whtra a bountiful wedding supper was served. The happy couple were the recipients of many valuable and useful presents notable among whili was a beautiful clock presented by tlu iconic lodge of this city Mr. Kesl being the first member of the lodge to wed since th oider was intitu ei here.

The bride is a beautiful and charming young lady with a host of friends. The groom is one of the in st prominent young man of Cuba and yici iity. Mr. Kesl and bride will remove to hi fa in the spring wiere llisy will make their future hOin-, The Advocate ins a litst of friends in willing tii y.u eople a naypy and prosperous i mruey through i long lite. enmmencial man -T" or others needing not only made himseif one of lilt; most ft popular citizens of the town hut has a livery, to lind also made tl.e Kuek Island the same by in a town of this his courteous ana obliging treatment size a business of i if the patrons of the road 'l he com such proportions and excellent Mr.

and Mrs. Sherman who compose the firm ot Sherman Cj. are two of equipment. This bain contains the finest the city's most popular and respected pany's large increase of business from this place the past year has been due the untiring efforts of Mr. Stephens in uehalf of not.

only the road but of the patrons as well for the business men and shippers have learned that he business people; popular not only in a business way, but in social driving horses possible to be ircles as well. They conduct a larg- I labors alike for the tut rtsts of the general store iu which' is carried a secured The buggies and carriages are near, ntiw aud kept in ths best of order. Com patron and his employers. Energetic, earnest and rel'able he is universally popu'ar and respected. arje and select stock of everything fonnd in a business of this kind.

ArHiining tli store building is their say. mercial men here find every convenience or necessity required in their nicely furnished and endidly equip service. Mr. Parks also conducts a ied photograph gallery, where Hie latest in np-tc-date photography maj DOCTORS HOWARD. bus iine, conveying passengers to and oe procured.

from the Rock Island depot to the hotels. The bus ustd in this service is said by all, to be tbe finest in the Sua -ii i i I i W. J. ESKIMO SURGERY. state.

A feed as well as a general livery busi ness is done here. his I am whs formeily known as tie Hill bam. Mr. Parks, formerly of Chicago, came here about one year ago and en Judge Brown is a native of Scotland, having been born in Aberdeersbire that country, September 27, 1846. He received bis preliminary education in the public shools, later entering Bedford- Collie, London, from which he roceived bis degree.

In 1878 he decided to seek his fortunes in "the land of the free and home of tbe brave" and landing in America cam-directly to Republic county Kansas, were he has since resided. Upon bis arrival here be engaged in the practice of law, in which be has established a reputation as one of the best of bis profession la the state. About'-three years ago, be seeing the need of a Populist paper to champion the popular cause of right, founded the Advocate wbicb has met with unusual success, and of which he is editor and publisher. Mr. Brown has held the office of justice of tbe peace for several terms and at present is police judge of tbe city.

A lawyer of nnusual legal talent and ability, a born orator and above all a man of most generous impulses, Mr. Brown is a prominent figure in the city and county. gaged in farming last summer buying this business last tail. Parks is making many new improvements in the buildings and business and con templates several more during the year. The proprietor is a thorough business man, genial and courteous and is popular vnth both the citizens and the traveling public, which is a strong factor in his large patronage.

One of the prime reqiu si es of any city or town is a competent medical PRESBYTEKIAN METHODIST AND REV. L. B. TREMAIN. ST, ISIDOKE'S CHURCH AND FAtiSON AGE.

fraternity, for to these men and women of science are entrusted the hve3 and happiresS'Of the coram unity and it is of the utmost importance that they have a thorough knowledge of the science One of the most prominent ministers of Cuba, one who bas endeared himself to tbo people by bis hrn a Frcezra It tm I ut Ur Without Compunrtlo mr are. What becomes of a badly wounded nan on board of a sailing ship worst cf all. a sailing ship in regions far other human help, like those visited by whalers in the Arctic and Antarctic regions? A striking answer to this question has just been siren by Surgeon S. J. Call of the revenue cutter service of the United States in bis just published of the trip of tne overland relief expedition to Point Barrow, Alaska, to succor the whalers who) were frozen in there, says tbe Philadelphia Press.

The vast difficulties attending the overland Journey made it absolutely impossible to carry any except desperately needed medical stores, and Surgeon Call's outfit consisted of a pocket surgical case, a hypodermic syringe, a stethoscope, a half-pound package of lint, a roll ot adhesive rmb-ber plaster, a fever thermometer, a dozen assorted bandages, a half roll of isinglass plaster, one-half dosea pairs snow glasses and one-third of dozen tooth brushes. On account of the low temperature to be met, tbe liquid preparations were reduced to a minimum, and were eight ounces of special anesthetic mixture, four ounces tincture chloride of iron, four ounces of friar's balsam, and one-third doen ot extract of ginger. At Unaktollk, 1st high latitudes, tbe first, case of rode surgery was found by Dr. Call. In a hunt occupied by an old man, an old woman and their son he saw that the old man's legs were cut off below the) knees.

He learned that a few years before be bad frozen his legs and feet. Tbe old woman bad chopped off thsv frozen parts with a long knife, which she showed to tbe surgeon. FKANK BARVETT, DEPARTMENT STORE, W. M. NORTHUP, BARBER.

Born in Lmesborn, Berkshire county, selected with great care as they buy only the choicest and best, and no shelf worn goods are handled. A good selection of tinware is also carried in this department. many superior qualities as a min they practice. V. F.

Howard. A. M. D. A former resident of Cuba, and now one of tbe most extensive stock dealers and shippers as well as onejof.the most prominent and successful farmers of this vicinity, is Mr.

W. Kennedy. Born September 26, 1845, in Morgan county, Illinois, be was reared there ister and citizen; a gentleman of ur was born at rom mouth, Ohio, but came to Kansas with his parents in usual intelligence who brings his ebrr.ary 1872. In be removed In connection with the grocery department may be found the latest in plain aud fancy queeusware. fnie lamps, glass and decorated ware.

A fresh supply of garden seeds have jast been opened. The dry goods department is replete with everything pertaining to that line. every energy into to Republic county. He was educated In the common schools, Central bis chosen work and shows bis faith by his works is Rev. Tremain.

Normal College and Inter entered the University of Kansas. His degree of M. D. was received from the Univers Tbe newest iu spring aud summer dress goods is being received. In tbe shoe atassacbusets, Mr.

Northup lived there until three years of age when bis parents came to Kansas, locating about one mile from tbe present site of Cuba. Here Mr. Nortbnp was reared and educated in the tbe common schools, lie engaged in farming until seventeen years of age whan lis began his apprenticeship here as barber which he tborourhly mastered and baa since followed with success. Mr. Nortbnp has the only shop In town, which is neat, well famished and well eq lapped.

Enngetic, industrious, a young man ef exemplary habits, be Is universally popular with tbe peopie. He has a thorough knowledge of bis trade is careful, painstaking, observes the strictest hygienic rules Id his work and as a consequence has a large patronage. ity Medical College. Before entering department men, women aud children's pastor of the Methodist church of Cuba. Over three upon his medical course Dr.

Howard and educated in the common schools and was given the advantage of a two yaars course at Waverly Seminary. His father being a farmer Mr Kennedy followed that ovocation until he grew to manhood. When twenty-one years of sge he went to Wapello county, Illinois, where he farmed for three years. In October 1819, Mr. Kennedy came to Kansas and homesteaded the northwest quarter of section six, his present home, where he has since resided with the exception of footwear of tt latest shapes and most serviceable quality may be found.

years ago Rev. Tremaia accepted the call to tbe pastorate here and many times that taught in 'he district schools of He-public county and later was principal of schools in the county seat towns of Among ottiers tbe clothing department period will elapse ere tbe people will con A store that carries tbe greatest asort- Lkin, Garden City and Dighton. sent to bis change to another place. is noticeable for Its substantial stock of men's and boy's clothing and np-to date gent's furnishings. Rev.

Tremain was born in Clayton Dunng 1S92 3 he was principal of the government industrial school at Santa ment of goods is tbe department store conducted by Mr. Frank Barnett, who is one of tbe oldest merchants in this city. county, Iowa, in 1364. His parents came List but not least is tbe furniture de Fe.New Mexico. Dr.

Howard is now lie is a native of Iowa, boro at Mt. Ayr, partment, wbicb contains a large and select line of bouse furnishings, from which a he holder of the only state teacher's certificate in Republic county. He is Ringold county, that ate, Dece-nber 3, 1866. In 1870 his parents removed to pleasing selection may be made. now county coroner, medical examiner BEN HULL, PROPRIETOR CITY HOTEL.

Tbe highest market prices are paid for to Kansas in '67 locating in Saline county. Here he was reared and received a part of bis education, completiag bis studies in Jewell connty. Rev. Tremain was reared on a farm and followed that avocaton nntil three yean ago when be was called to the pastorate at this place. for the Modern Woodmen of America.

National Aid Association, C. S. I'. Kansas. locat'rg on a homestead oni mile west of tbe present site of Cuba.

Mr. Barnett was reaped here and educated in the public Ueengaged in farming country produce which buys as much as cash. Fonr per cent discount is given on every dollar cash or produce purchase. A native of Perry county, Ohio, where be was born Decebmer 11, 1843, Mr. Hull andC.

Z.B.J, societies, the Bankers Union of the World, the Life and CUB CJl ibb ir nr-ir Steam's Compound Extract of Sarsapa-rilla with Iodides. SKIN AND BLOOD REMEDY Rest known preparation for Pimples, Pustules, Tetter or Salt Rheum, Blotches, Tumors, Boils, Ring Worm, Ulcers and Scrofula. st ao early age, removed with his parents Tersely told this popular store is filled nntil 1889, when be formed a partner Annuity company. to Illinois where be was reared and ed, with everything that goes to furnish tbe ship with his bmther Joseph and engaged Dr. Minerva F.

Howard was born in seated. At the outbreak of the civil bouse or adorn tbe person. war be responded ti bis country's call en Tbe Misses Caughlin have made a phe Ncotlani connty, Missouri, but came to Larned, Kansas in 1886. She re in tbe general merchandise business here. Tbey continued in business together, nntil 'St when tbey separated.

Mr. Barnett listing in Co. O. 4th, III. Cavalry, serving nomenal success in their business under ceived her preiimiiary ducat Ion in tbroe years and three months, making an taking aud are among tbe most popuiar the common schools.

Central Noimal enviable record as a valiant soldier. At yonng ladies of Cuba and vicinity. sold his farm and purchased one half the combined stock, all tbe outstanding accounts and assuming ail tbe indebtedness J. C. McHKNKY.

Cuba's leading blacksmith is Mr. McHenry who is versed in every detail of bis work Besides general blacksmithing. repair work of all kinds, carriage and wagon wood work, be makes a speciality of horseshoeing. He has made a thorough study of the horse's foot, its construction, diseases and peculiarities. This knowledge enables bim tc correct many faults of College, The Cook County Normal of Chicago, the University of Kansas and tbe close of tbe civil war he returned to UliaoU where be lived nntil 1870.

In that of tbe firm, while bis brother took one entered the Woman's Medical College year be came to Kansas, locating on JAMES KESL, GENERAL HARDWARE, Makes Good Blood: half of the stock cleir. Mr. Barnett then from which she received t.er degree bosMstcsd in Richland township where be resumed business for himself, building up This hardware store bas justly earned She, like her husband, followed the profession of teacher for a time, having Compound of Sarsaparilla. Yellow Dock. St illingia, ickly Ash.

Iodides one or tbe most extensive general mer its title of tbe leader, through years of fotewed fanning aotil tbe present town of Caba was started. Removing to Cuba be peaed a botel wbicb business be has tnee conducted wltb sancb success. He Potassium aud Iron snd other Valuable Remedies. chandise basinsss io tbe county. He also taught in tbe common scliovli of tried service for tbe poblie and stands established a braneb store at Munden and Pawnee connty and occupied the posi today as a monument to tbe enterprise of Its founders and a credit to Its owners.

Uon of primary teacher In tbe county eats Larned and Digbton. After Mr. Ke I carries a complete line of gen is sow proprietor of ibe City botel, or.e of the best In this vicinity. The bouse Jetty fninishd tbnwhrnr. conveniently ia "93 when the panic swept over tbe country bis aggregate stock was worth 115,000.

Owing to the extensive credit business he bad done and toe impossibility THE BEST SPRIK3 MEDICINE. PURIFIES THE SLGG3. Tones up the System, Promotes Health, and prevents sickness. Sold, try beginning her medical studies Dr eral hardware, which 'ncludes shelf and Howard oeeupied tbe position of appointed and is notrd for tbe excellence its Tbe rates are Jl SO per day. gait, lameness, etc, otherwise incurable.

In machine work Mr. McHenry excels as he has made a study of this since early yontb. Being a locomotive engineer of several years experience gives bins a close practical knowledge of engine work which enables bim to repair satisfactorily any work in this line. Energetic, industrious and reliable Mr. McHenry bas established a prosperous business and is highly respected as a citizen.

to realize oa bis accounts be was forced to make aa assingmeDt. Feeling in honor Interne in Ibe Woman and Children's Hospital in At tbe time of her Mr. Hall Is one of the popular citizens and graduation, the Woman's Medical Insstaesa an ef Cuba and bas heavy goods. He is tbe leader in the latter line, as be sopplys many shops in this vicinity with heavy hardware. In connection with his hardware be bas a tin shop in charge of aa experienced tinner, where anything in this line will be made to order including steel tanka.

Mr. Ke-I ate sell; all kinds of pumps bound to liquidate his indebtedness be slaughtered bis stock by assioging his entire stoek of goods, notes and accounts at a valuation of to Judge una be tend by its ettiame as city marshal for aaveral tanas which office be filed with College had the longest and most complete course In medicine, of any college west of tbe Mississippi river. Howard were married in 1834. Tha kewr to bhasetf aad tbe satisfaction ef Browa, as assigae foe tbe benefit of bis tar citizen..

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