The Workingman's Courier from Independence, Kansas • 4

mxKj4 tli Heveml cttseM of Buarli-t, river in KiirtH ami hHaucatChers the newest klnka In hair dresnlnjr. The leather collars worn by the Boston police are prolific of catarHv and bron chilis. The leather Should lie applie 1 elsewhei'e, in the shape of a boot to the Police Commissioner. SUICIDE 1 A YOUNG MAN OF THIS CITY IKIES 0HLOEO-MW AS A CUKE Some of the now carriage oogtumH are id to l)H i ho very uf eloquence. city that, we airtnl' f.

TIih Ht. Louis' ninrcbanta have con-cideratt-ly prwtponwl tl.fi expedition to Mexico to an indefinite date next year. MARRIED At the residence of the bride's parents, in South Bend Indiana, on Wednesday, November 27, Min8 Cora Tit? Short, Banner ha pmh-pemlwd for the present, andinay. be for-ver. a ii K( If these lines should catch the eye of any member Of the 110th regiment of Ohio volunteers, company third division, 6th corps, who helped to build Grant's fortifications near Petersburg, the winter of '1803, who knew Sherman W.

Langdon attd who sow him Orvis.of the above, name4 place, and DJWQNDENCY BUT HIS AT- ueo. VY. uawsoii, iu tins uuy. Tinkwl Meve buttons are Hie. latest tbi te thouifli linked armu are out "Tins standard article is compound ed with the greatest care.

Its effects are as womlcilul and as satisfactory as ever. to tiowHpnpeiv rnrulef tai 1 on, liif, or her IihivO: uimp 8ilIii An American might ivfuse the Kl dotn of Bulgaria, but offer him the crown of the King of Siam, with its attendant train of three thousand wives, and observe how quickly he will snap at it. It is nearly orquile a month nince Stewart' dy wan stolen, and till no trace of it a pretty elear indica'ion, thai, il whh stolen tint for a reward, for keep. TEMPT, IS, i UNSUCCESSFUL i- Caused, it in Supposed, By Domestic Troubles Yesterday evening about eight o'clock it whc iii more I mi the streets that a ourig limn, by the name bfO had attempted suicide at the Main Street The particulars a far as we are able to learn, are about as follows) i Mr. Wingate cam- to ihhi place alxiut two uet hurt by a log falling oii him and crushing in his ribs while he was helping to build the said irtiflcatioii, lie wil u-fer a favor ou 8.

Langdon, of Ohio by sending her his name and Mrs Langdon is a widow, and linable to get the pension to wli she is entitled for wun of evidence to prove that the injuries from which her huB band died were received in the time of wt ai'(J ir piui'l tn iio kin tit job work, from a lady's visiting uM to fl.H:iHlt Hte', i IIol I iii worth has Just received a lurir nw and iiarefnlly selecterl stock nf h''t. miiie, both vocal and inntrumental. It 'ins For the Ladies. his duty, ftiitt is in destitute ca'cum, Pearl and feathers are the rage this stances, and has three children dependent ou her, tchisori Champion. season.

Feathers have entirely replaced flower Kellogg's auixiliary Hand-Book is the name of a tine new Umk just published. i i pt An Hxchanuje says "its a wise man thii' knowH his own Yes but Irslf the people in world prefer i k', -1 lt'iowiritf sonic other person. i The hand-book is fine of the most useful An odd looking Inkstand is in the form months ago from Ohio, and being a tailor, at once' secured a situation in the merchant, tailoring establishment of John W. Don Lavy. At about eight o'clock us above stated, a man came into "Don's" and announced the fact All were very much surprised at the act, although some of them had noticed, that be was a little of a pig's head.

volumes in a country printing office we A new maturial for window curtains is ever came across, it contains among other things, a history of auxiliary print called Manilla cloth. It restores gray or faded hair to its youthful color. It removes all eruptions, itching and dandruff. It gives the lioiid a cooling, soothing sensation of great, comfort, and the scalp by its use licconies white and ly its tonic propertien it restores', capillary glands to their normal vigor, preventing baldness, and making the hair grow thick and st rong. As a dressing, nothing has been found so effectual or desirable.

A. A. Hayes, M.D., State Assayer of Massachusetts, says, "The con-, stituents are pure, and carefully selected for excellent quality and I consider it the Best Prepauation for its intended purposes." A Price, One Dollar. Buckingham's Dye FOR THE WHISKERS. This elegant preparation may be relied on to change the color of the beavd from gray ov any other undesirable shade, to brown or black, at discretion.

It is easily applied, being in one preparation, and quickly and effectually produces a permanent color, which will neither rub nor wash off. Manufactured by R. P. HALL NASHUA, N.H. i fltU fcy ill Cmjgliti, ulBultti la IUUcImi.

ivHin't-r, it will tie remembered, came l-llit-e with a new Kuril's arid went oni like a woman with Tropical and bumming birds are much Used for hat trimmings. Ui 1 out otiH all frowns and tears Handsome tuitions are of buffalo horiv inlaid in cold anil silver. Uncut velvet and plush are used for iveption ami evening hais. Black gloves have sprays of flowers ing with opinions of publishers, a daybook and Journal combined," 'the lattrr oeingvti model system of keeping ad ver-' tiseing accounts, ami beside the above it contains an article on. proof-reading, which is very Useful, calendar from '78 to 80 inclusive, a table of words tor cypher dispatches, the copyright laws of the United States, and other useful articles, hut too numerous to mention.

We are happy in knowing that we have a copy of the above book, and we it the most competent volume to fill the place in our "desk between the ledger and subscription book of any yet published." embroidered on the outside, Slate-colored blue is the new shade for gloves, ribbons and silks. Many of the imported costumes are trimmei) with band of fur. "Tin following is taken from the Par- Son. nf the 30th, ult: The a- Kansas Teacher's Association at. Persons December 26,27 and 28 S'l'perintendsnt A BLenimon, Prof, hen-el of Panhi.

and other educational jriin II be present A voting lady in a town not. a thousand iutant went to a drugstore to buy Hi wenio with which to kill herselfi The r.lerk happened to know that she had quarreled with her lover, and he guessed her purpose. He gave he' eorn-itarch in stead of arsenic, and ent out to tell her lover. The lover repented having grieved the jrirl. went to her house, found her lying on a sofa waitinir in vain to die of a dose of corn starch, and made with her.

Pprsnn who have heen dilatory in ta-king into the house their tender plants New carpets and rugs are in antique Dutch and Persiaa designs. In our interview with him we learned ih f'ol owing Wingate, have you any -objections to gh ing the particulars of your case for publication Air. Wingate. "No, sir, I have not." "Well Mr. Wingate.

wtieredid you come from, where is your home?" W. My home is in Ohio." What is your name, if you have no objections to having it appear in public?" W. "My name is O. F. Wingate'' ''For what did you take the ehlo-raforiu?" W.

"I took it, to kill myself with." R. "Your answer was not. quite what 1 wai ted, but I should judge from it you do not wish to tell your reasons for it 1" W. "No, sir" Id talking to different persons about the case since the above interview took place, we learn that he has heen taking chloroform for several days, as he said, for headache. Yesterday afternoon he got a four ounce phial full of chloroform and said he Wis going to take it- all be fore supper this made some of the people around the hotel suspicious of his pur pose, and when supper was called and Reversible fur lined circulars have he come the style for winter wear.

HAVT A We see by the Leavenworth Times that a dancing school has been opened up in that city. If some teacher would come to this cit" and open up a dancing The upper part of tortoise shell fans is IJ ill composed of black ostrich feathers. scnool lie would make a grand cuco ss ot it, as tne young lolks are worked up AwardH h'9t tn-'c nt iitei.iii Vxpnmtion -'m-' cJifwing dualities Mid tn tllrmt null In ing chttr- wtft of twttttenwxt) flavoring, bfit lobncM vr tinde. At our Uui strip trwU'-murk cloiely on interior m-p hut Jctci.ton'i Jiett ii plus. Knlil In- nil dwnlrrn.

8tifl formtmpl'', ftt'd, lo" (,, A. Jacichox )lrfcnt, to just the right pitch foi all to attend. For the information of those not familiar with our tax laws, we state that our and now find them occasionally frost bit taxes are due and payable and that December 20 is the last day u) ten, may be glad to know that' English gardeners thaw them out successfully hy spi inkl ng them copiously with cold water. Tt is eless, how ver to apply the cold water before the temperature ri- on which payment can be made without Paris ladie are wearing blue or red plush jackets with slashed sleeves and eteel buttons. Plain satin is in great demand for dresses, and when used with striped velvet, is very handsome.

Pretty new toilet boxes are mae'e of del icately-shaded satin, and painted by hand in quaint designs, A fruit dish of a new design is a silver boat which a boy and girl are pushing down the flower covered beach. Velvet and silk are no longer combined in one costume; satin is used with silk and worsted material with velvet. Those who possess Canton crape shawls can now unfold them and convert, them into over dresses, as they form with silk handsome toilets, and are much worn. penalty. Before December 20 half or the young man did not appear the clerk full payment may be made at taxpayer's sis above the freezing point, for then the Care will be worse than the disease.

The disaterouB effects of lat spring fronts became alarmed and informed Dr. Stall the proprietor of the hotel what he option, but if payment be deferred until after that date, full payment must be made with a penalty. As an inducement of knew. The Doctor went immediately to his room and finding the door locked, hursted it open. The young man was full payment, a rebate of 2 percent, will may be remedied in a similar manner, The resignation of Morrisou, Principal ot the public schools, occasioned some sad feelings, yesterday.

When it tf ffLYS found lying ou his bed, face downward, with a handkerchief saturated with chloroform immediately under his nose. be allowed; and as a reward for prompt payment for half the faxes charged, the time for the payment of the remaining half is extended six months, or until June it wan announced that he had resigned hi position, all his scholars expressed Dr. Stall had him removed to another room where he could get plenty of fresh Velvet is brocaded on silk or satin for 20 without penalty. In default of pay their sorrow hy bidding him an affectionate good bye, and an abundance of tears, combinations or for vests of costumes of ment, penalties of 5 per cent, each, will air, and in about aii hour, througn plenty Superintenant Knowles immediately took of rubbing and the assistance of Dr. Mc- attach Dec.

21, March 21, and June 21, and sale of property will occur on the charge of Mr. Morrison's department dismissal hi own artment with a Culley, he was returned to conciousness. This is the first attempt at suicide that has occurred in this city for some time, and we are not anxious to hear of anoth feeling akin to parting with a dear friend with whom one expects to meet no more. The sume and brick vork of the new er very soon. first Tuesday in September next following.

The same rule applies to taxes on personal property, excepting in case of default, in which vent writs will be put into the hands of Hie sheriff for collection, on the 10th of January for default in payment oi first half, and on the 10th day of July for default in second half. city Imilding is completed and the fiooi nf How is your cough the eecond story has been lld. This la the lnrffrat and htt TOLI.AR WEGKLV I'AJ'KIt prlnUxl 1m the country. It la tha paper thitt mceta the wanl of the farm and the fireside more fully than any other, will be aeon bra careful examination of the following facta, and acomparisou of the paper with any other of the city weekliea i The Stab ia haudnomely printed on pure white paper from clear cut type, that makes it easily read, even by a poor light. JU dear and open prin tit a joy to old or wok tytt.

The Stab ia free from political biaa, and glvee all the news with fairueaa and honeaty. aoaato enable ita readera to form a correct Judgment on whatever ia passing and it dis-cuasea questiona without prejudice, but al-waya in the interest of the producing classes. It ia in no aenae sectional or con-trnf ted in its news or opinions, and can be read with the same real pleasure and interest from Texaa to Maine, and from California to Delaware. Its stories are thrilling; itanewa late, comprehenalre. and correct its market report reliable and all Its departments uio fully up to the requirements of first-class Journitlism.

We give no chromos, hand-book, or almanacs with the Stau, believing that the greatest induccmert wo can offer is to make a FIIWTHLASS IKE WSPA-FDR, puttinii the money which such things would cost to the better use of linprov-inr tbe paper, leaving the chromo business in tne hand of picture dealers, where it properly belongs. We, however, fully apnrreiata the energetic Woi'U donoby club agents, and reward theut liberally, as w.ll bu seen by reference to our "list of premium Inducements to awrent." which ia lent on application. Agents' outfit fre of charge. Oct up a good el ub for the Stab. SPECIMEN COPIES FREE ON APPllCATIOi.

THE STAR, SO WALNUT CINCINNATI, O. Oh, for some "fat" locals. silks, satins, velvets, andjjsome of the costlier silk and wool materials. For rich costumes. Bilk stockings of ev ery desired shade are imported; the lat est paterns are those of gossiimery.

n-t lac, pen worked and embroidered from the instep to above the ankle, A novel jewel case is in the shape of a table with folding leaves. Upon pressing upon the outside of the center of the table, it springs up and reveals the receptacle for jewels. It is in silver with Japanese decorations in gold. The newest plaid dresses of Scotch wool are of small bars of very quiet colors, and are made gay by many rows of narrow put on to produce the effect of borders like those seen on bandanna hai'dkerohief drosses during the slimmer. iiuil ling is for the Engine and Hook and Ladder company, and for the council rooms.

When completed it will lie the finest building in the city, and we may A slight sleet fell last night. Does anybody know anything! Locals are very scarce these daye. safely say, and with pride, one of the finest South of Kansas Citj, and our city should appreciate it by organizing a hook and ladder company, and then with the the name of The "Long Branch" is Wright Hocket'e saloon. fire company now organized, we think they could overcome almost any fire that A very nice time was had at the reaep- tion at Mr. Dawson's last night.

is likely to occur in the city. Mr. Dickey, of Liberty township, cal led on us yesterday and showed us a let The Congregational social at Mrs. Lem- mon's last night was well attended. liiilletin.

ter from a friend in Mound City, this A man named Martin from Jaspei-coun ty, stopped at the Commercial Hotel in this city, who was one of a part) of five that started from that county on a hunt through western Kansas in September. They had arrived at Larned and were hunting inthat vicinity, when a band of about wenty Indian murteu raid upon them, killing i wo and wounding one of the party. The remaining two escaped without injury. The wounded man also escaped, and, although' badly hurt, managed to reach a-farm I ousf.uiul was kindly cared for until the next day, when he was taken back to the Fort by soldiers who had been In pursuit of the murderous redskins. Martin had returned to the Fort and with a few soldiers, started in pursuit of the Indians, Airiv- State, in which was given the particulars of theOeath of Amos Wilcox, a young no man formerly of this county.

The letter stated that Mr. Wilcox was working in a saw mill when the boiler burster, the end This is the season, of the year when corn should take a pop at the public. A free lunch was given this morning at Wright. Hocket's saloon. It was, a good one.

Harry Porter has returned from Hot Spring. Arkansas. iHe is looking very Well. Solon Shingle is worth over a million Mm GlTRMUlt coksti rlNOU; irlr Cold steal Hooking a piece of ice. The (w)hole figure The Hooaac Tunnel debt.

The' early closing movement Tha clamsat low tide. The chimney sweep generally wears his business coat. Two seashore celebrities Kitty Hawk and Barne Gat. A draft for $5,500,000 for fish Well, of the boiler striking ban in the breast and driving him about two foot into a BlrnnnicrAcrenraF1- 1 oiuutiostaa, ni un uioawjtjor ViTiK IntiDsurii bank some fifteen feet away. His body was a perfect mass of jellieji flesh, his RfriVfTc OiAsSTnE VrraMTYinv Cat ft jtf heart and liver was mashed out, and thrown over his shoulder, l'heonly por- I 1L 11 I that is the second miraculous draught of lion oi mm inai count oe recognized as i fiah we have read of.

ever neionging to a numan ooay was his face and feet, neither of which were dollars. He's the biggest bunch of shin- ing at the p'ace of the massacre, they gles in the found the two murdered men stripped Ho many Indians will be alive next' of their clothing, scalped, and otherwise Thanksgiving-alive and feeling like rribIy mutilated. Indiana having returning thanks' for past favors several hours the start, pursuit seemed useless, and, aa has been stated, Martin A. surprise party was given at iurna with the soldiers ta the Fort, D. Baxter's last night.

Quite a crowd The wounded man is still at Frt Larned, The Custom' House adherents have jV fniuc. ntuuutu. Full of Plain, Practical, Reliable, confiscated some "brilliant" European letters. They enclosed diamonds. scarred a particle.

Mr. wucox Came to this county about seven year ago, with David Wise. He was a young man and was well liked by all who knew him. Paying Information lot Wt, East, South, North for Owner SS of Cattle, Horse, Sheep, Swine, or Farms, Twenty-six newspapers have.been prohibited in Berlin Since Mr. Noblin tried was in attendance ana a very gooa time sljwly at last usraea.

or Villa ge ut lor Housekeeeers A for all Boy and Girls was haa. to send a Bulletin to the Emperor, ban see County New; i' SOVER 700 Fine ENCRAVINCS 5S both pleasing and instructive. The' Nobody knows exactly where the wild Wabauusee county buildin'tt geese winter, but by the noise they make "Gentlemen, there's no use in remarked the man on the corner, ana then he talked away fori half an hour without a pause. T' it would seem to be ''Hong Kong." There will be an improvement in one Through the courtesy of Hon. Johu Francis, State Treasurer, we received by last nights' mail a copy of the first bienlal report of the of ttie 8tate of Kansas, from December 1, 1876, to June 80, 1878.

It is a large 1(1 mo pamplet of one hundred and thirty-four page, and printed by Geo. Martin. It is a fine specimen of printing, The libel suit of F. P. Baker of Topeka ra the Kansas City Times for $20,000 direction on account of the Stewart robbery everybody will be better taken jiiicnuaygiiuuiiyii Clull tfUntr stanr, oni ytmr, pt-fid, ONLY $1 EACH, SS 4 copies, Outnumber, 15c.

A scciiiicii, 10c. 1 IlEKincrUT SlCCi Large PKEMItltlS for Clubs. 1 Iuued in Mngiitk German at same price. "i Diuue is saiu iii(? ue8i in Kansas and it UesUroatedi'that market can? for at least 40 car loads a 1 VVhat a large number of men; and teams this would employ in quarrying and getting the stone to the railroad. care of.

We know that the brute sees the sunset; but does it feel its peasiveness? Joseph Cook. It does not, if in, the hahit of having its bay about that time, Agents Read This FEMEDY FOR BALDNESS JS tnVTRV IT IT WILL SURE We will pay Agent a salary of 100 00 per month and expensis, or allow a largecomiuisalon to e)l our new and wonderful Inventions. We rrMerlpttoit Wfttft any MrMn wlia vUl IfrM to Mr US ha been decided, the Jury returning a OC CHBOMO OA RDS Iprfect beantlesl w-th tname 10c OutOt 10c ciirnnr CrH 'slvA II. wtoa ft saw wnwib ot or HuImm etsftllf prodaexl. amadanoa Co I OUatea Tlaoa, Vw York.

verdict of $1.00, damages for plaintiff mean whnt we say. Addreni, without delay SHERMAN A Marrbal, Michigan. V24S Brcsdway, NY; VVV land, Mm..