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CITY DRUG STORE.
Noble , The Grocer.
Episcopal services , Sunday.
Sagwa on tap at McMillen's.
Family Groceries at Nobje's.
Reizenstein's pallor for cigars.
St. Valentine has his day Sunday.
The lenten season began Wednesday.
Staple and Fancy Groceries at Noble's.
The place to buy hats or caps is at
"The Famous. "
Car of flour and feed just received at
A. T. Campbell & Co.'s.
Persevere against discouragements.
All will be right in the end.
Dr. A. J. Thomas , Dentist , in Union
olock , over Boston shoe store.
All kinds of stock are withstanding
the recent storms remarkably well.
84 patent flour at
POTTER & EASTERDAY.
Before you buy underwear or hosiery
visit. "TiiE FAMOUS. "
WANTED Ten wood choppers.
A. W. COREY.
Feed of.all kinds.
POTTER & EASTERDAY.
Try Damask Rose , the best lotion
for face and hands , at McMillen's drug
store.
The semi-annual statement of the
building association is to be found in
this issue.
If money is the root of all evil , this
should be a season of unprecedented
righteousness.
Our new examination tablets for 5
cents are very neat. Buy one for your
next examination.
Kapke , The Tailor , guarantees you
the lowest prices and the most stylish
and elegant clothing.
When a man forgets himself he gen
erally does something which makes
others remember him.
1H > of groceries or provisions is the
price of admission into the Pound Par
ty , to-morrow evening.
HANGING LAMPS Noble is head
quarters for hanging lamps. He car
ries a large and splendid selection.
Buy your Stationery , Tablets , Pen
cils etc. , at
CHENERY'S CITY DRUG STORE.
WANTED 300 head of stock , April
1st , to pasture. 3 miles east of Mc
Cook. 1,600 acres. A.W.COREY.
Noble is the only exclusive grocer in
the city. His stock is the largest and
bis prices correspond with the timesv
Hanging and Stand Lamps at popu
lar prices at
CBENEBY'S CITY DRUG STORE.
Corn Cobs for Kind/ing.
A car-load of corn cobs just the
thing for kindling just received at the
W. C. Bullard & Co. lumber yard.
Try a load.
McCook flour all grades.
POTTER & EASTIBDAY. '
Buy your Sagwa and other Kickapoo
Indian remedies at McMillan's. .
The county commissioners uicet in
adjourned session , next Thursday.
Pearline meal the finest in the mar
ket. POTTER & BASTEIIDAY.
What must you do to be saved ? Why
buy your groceries at Noble's , of course !
Before you buy neckwear of any de
scription visit "TiiE FAMOUS. "
All the popular brands of cigars at
Reizenstcin's parlor , next door to the
post office.
McMillen , the druggist , has a fine line
of vase , hanging and piano lamps at
bottom prices.
There will be amusement for the old
and young at the Pound Party tomor
row evening.
The place to buy dress , business or
working shirts of any description is at
"The. Famous. "
The Bitten house property for sale at
a bargain. Enquire at residence or
of C. H. Boyle.
Yesterday , the 12th of February , is
graven on fame's scroll as the natal day
of Abraham Lincoln.
McCook , as the head centre of the
irrigation movement in Nebraska , ought
to reap substantial rewards.
The department encampment of Ne
braska , Gr. A. R , . , meets atPlattsmouth ,
on February 18th'and 19th.
Noble , the leading grocer , makes a
specialty of fresh , clean family grocer
ies. He will treat you right.
The soft kiss of the morning breezes
of Nebraska is sweeter than the lips of
woman and is much healthier.
There are thirty-seven million births
annually , which would not be the case ,
perhaps , if it were not for McCook.
Kickapoo Indian Oil and all the In
dian remedies at
CHENERY'S CITY DRUG STORE.
There is a bargain in the Kittenhouse
property if accepted at once.
C. H. BOYLE.
At Joe Reizenstein's parlor you can
at all times secure the best brands ot
cigars and tobaccoSjimpnrted oiydomestic
It is not too early to be looking over
the implements and machinery and to
) e getting them in order for the coming
season.
If you wan't a stylish fit at the very
owest figures , KAPKE , THE TAILOR ,
s the man to patronize. Rear of The
famous.
IN QUEENS WARE Noble carries
he largest assortment and the richest
designs of the season. His prices are
reasonable.
THE McCooK TRIBUNE gave an ex
cellent account of the recent irrigation
convention at that place. Vennago
Independent.
Reizenstein's parlor is recognized
icadquarters for the best cigars and to-
laccos. Joe also carries a nice line of
smokers' articles.
The 22d of February is Washington's
natal day. Had he lived till the anni
versary now approaching he would have
) een 159 years old.
Those who look upon farming as only
an ordinary occupation are mistaken.
As Prof. Wrighton remarks , agricul-
is a born science.
Make Noble your family grocer and
many other blessings will fall to your
ot , besides having the best groceries on
rour table that the market affords.
The next time you want an examina-
ion tablet call and see the attractive
new tablet kept for sale in THE TRIB
UNE stationery dept. Price 5 cents.
We have the wealth right here in our
rich , deep soil. With irrigation this is
) ound to be one of the finest farming
districts in the west. Just settle right
down on that.
This week , Register Hart purchased
30 head of fat cattle from Hatfield &
Son. They will be shipped in a few
days , together with some of Mr. Hart's
other heavier cattle.
Ground oil cake.
POTTIB & EASTEBDAY.
The Benevolent Society , of JVIcCook
will meet at the home of Mrs. F. M.
Kimmell , Tuesday , Feb. 17th , at 2:30 :
P. M. , central time-
The musical tones of the water works
whistle called out the fire department
on the double quick , Tuesday evening.
But the boys have not located the con
flagration yet ; it probably only existed
in imagination or in joke.
McCook is only slumbering like a
young giant , and by the first touch of
the magic wand of good times , is ready
to set forward in the race for at least
the fourth place among Nebraska's
thriving cities. Keep up your nerve.
This week , L. R. Andrews and J. R.
Neil of this county departed for Mis
souri , where they will solicit seed and
feed for the farmers- their vicinity.
The gentlemen will operate in different
counties of that state where they are
acquainted.
The Ladies' Aid Society of the M. E.
church will give a "WASHINGTON DIN
NER. " Saturday , February 2lst. Price ,
25 cents. Further notice will be given
as to the place of serving the dinner.
Everybody invited to come and get a
good , square meal.
THE TRIBUNE has a private word
from thtt delegates to the Sidney irri
gation convention to the effect that the
meeting was a pronounced success and
full of interest , showing the widespread
attention the subject of irrigation is
commanding in Western Nebraska.
The annual meeting of the stock
holders of the McCook Co-operative
Building and Savings Association was
held on Monday evening , for the pur
pose of electing four members of the
board of directors. Messrs. W.S. Perry ,
F. H. Fowler , E. C. Ballew and U. J.
Warren are the new members , Mr. Perry
for the short term.
The storm of Saturday night and
Sunday was by far the severest of the
winter , and in other parts of the state
arose to the dignity and severity of a
genuine blizzard. Trains xvere block
aded both east and west of us , and we
were practically cut off from the outside
world during Sunday. We learn of no
serious results , however.
When the entire southwestern part of
Nebraska has become a veritable garden ,
as it will be , as a portion of Colorado is
to-day , and when McCook takes a posi
tion as the head centre of the irriga
tion system of southwestern Nebraska ,
she will take pride in the fact that to
ler citizens belongs the credit of put
ting the great movement in motion.
"I have the honor , " remarked Wil-
iam Weygint , the other day , to the
writer , "of having turned the first fur
row ever plowed in Red Willow county.
Three others came into this county
with me , and of the quartet , myself ,
Lewis Kerns , E. S. Hill and George
Hunter , all are living in the county
now except George Hunter , who went
to California a few years ago. Our
nearest neighbors were twenty miles
distant in Furnas county. "
Among those who will do quite ex
tensive irrigating , this coming season ,
"on their own hook , " is John F. Helm
of Red Willow , whose valuable farm at
the mouth of the creek is well known
for fertility all over the county. We
understand that he proposes putting
down a number of wells and pumping
the inexhaustible and acsessible waters
by steam power. By this means he will
undertake to irrigate a large acreage.
Being a thorough andintelhgent farmer
THE TRIBUNE looks for great results.
If Nebraska is to have another in
dustrial school , and we understand that
a bill has been introduced to that ef
fect , THE TBIBUNE would urge upon
the legislature the claims of southwest
ern Nebraska for recognition in the
matter of public institutions , and the
claims of the city of McCook as the
representative city of this portion of
the state. With no public buildings
in the southwestern part of Nebraska
west of Hastings it seems that , should
another institution be decided upon ,
the Republican Valley has the best
claims for its location within her limits ;
and that McCook offers unequalled at
tractions and advantageous as a site.
Call for "Heliotrope , " the best 5 cent
cigar on earth , at
CHENERY'S CITY DEUG STORE.
Lieb's Ryeningine Flap Jack prepar
ation. POTTER & EASTERDAY.
Dedicatory Services at St. Patrick's
Church , Sunday , Feb. 8th.
On last Sunday the completion oi
St. Patrick's -church , of McCook , was
celebrated with solemn ceremony. The
anticipations of the Catholics of this
city were fully realized in their long
felt need of a suitable place of worship ,
appropriate for its divine ceremonies.
At the High Mass a large congrega
tion was present , ' notwithstanding the
severity of the storm. The pastor , Kev.
J. W. Hickey , officiated , delivering a
most appropriate sermon ; taking for his
text the words of the twenty-fifth
Psalm , "I LOVE THE BEAUTY OP THY
HOUSE 0 LORD , AND IN THY CHURCH
I WILL BLESS THY NAME FOREVER. "
A description of Moses' Tabernacle and
the beautiful Temple of Solomon were
fully displayed by the preacher , showing
afterwards the first Temple and Sanc
tuary , namely : the Coenaculum , where
Chriot instituted the Eucharistio Sacra
ment , a most fitting abode for its divine
institution.
The choir gave a most pleasing ren
dition of Concone's Kyrie and Credo
with the Sanctus and Agnus Dei irorn
Werner. Mrs. P. F. McKenna taking
the soprano , assisted by Mrs. F. H.
Spearman and Mrs. C. P. Rinker"
contraltos. Tenors , Mr. Carl E. Ter-
uiohlen , Mr. Jas. M. Burke ; Basses ,
Mr. F. H. Spearman , Mr. Jos. Schmidt.
During the Offertory , Mr. Termohlcn
gave a most charming rendition of
"Palm Branches" by Faure , Mrs. J. C.
Birdsell presiding at the organ. At
the end of the Divine Sacrifice , Bene
diction of the Most Blessed Sacrament
was given , the choir and congregation
joining in the singing of the "Te Deurn. "
The improvements ot the church con
sist in the walls receiving a coat of hard
finish in white by Mr. J. H. Yarger ,
with a stencil bordering executed by Mr.
George Elbert. The stations of the
cross ornament the walls on both sides
of the church , representing Christ in his
Passion from his appearance before
Pilate to his death and burial. The
altar is a magnificent piece of Gothic
architecture built by Mr. Jas. McAdams ,
assisted by Mr. Henry Meyers. Too
much praise cannot be bestowed on the
latter gentlemen for the beautiful and
artistic workmanship displayed in its
construction. The painting of the altar
by Messrs. Elbert and Hines is a mag
nificent blending of white and gold
which give it a rich and refined ap
pearance , as also reflecting much credit.
Two Adoring Angels give a most in
spiring effect , which are in position on
each side of the altar. They were pur
chased in St. Louis from the firm of B.
fferder & Co. , together with many arti
cles requisite for divine services.
On the whole the Catholics of Mc-
Dook may well feel proud of their place
of worship , which is a fitting and be
coming temple for the enlightment and
sanctification of its members.
Social Life in McCook.
No social life is of much consequence
save that which is simple and genuine.
Where people of ideas meet there is no
need for spectacular entertainment and
no object in affecting superfluous luxu
ry. Entertaining should always fall
within the easy lines of attainment.
True hospitality does not lie in offering
to a guest what one cannot afford.
Hospitality lies in welcoming a friend
to what one has , not in mortgaging the
7uture to procure the impossible. There
is no true hospitality , either , in the oc
casional ceremonial entertainment , as
there is in having , at a touch , an added
plate on the table or an added chair for
any social entertainment for a friend ,
and a cordial welcome to share one's
salt and social pleasures informally
To give what one has , and not strive ,
after impressive effects with what one
las not , is the true secret of a hospita
ble home. And in McCook there is
much of this true and wholly unpreten
tious hospitality. "Even in a palace
ife can be well lived , " said Marcus
Aurelius , and in the most luxurious and
icautiful homes sincerity and simplicity
those two Ijighest graces of life are
very largely EN EVIDENCE.
REMOVAL !
We have moved our stock of jewelry ,
watches , clocks , etc. , into new quarters
in the Smith brick , ( formerly the First
National bank building , ) where we have
increased room and facilities for dis
playing our line , and-where we will be
pleased to welcome customers old and
new. FRANK CARRUTH & SON.
Pare fresh , buckwheat at
POTTZR & EASTEBDAY'S.
THE SECOND ANNUAL
Performance by The Merry Min
strels Was a Conspicuous
Success ,
Well , the Merry Minstrels have sung
their gentle lays and cracked their jokes
galore , and the giddy old world has re
gained her wonted equilibrium and is
peacefully pursuing her orbit way.
Their second annual appearance was
greeted by a full house and with great
enthusiasm , the various parts being
received with enthusiastic applause ; and
quite a few of the selections being en-
chored to the echo.
Mr. Reid appeared in a number of
solo selections and acquitted himself
very creditably and satisfactorily.
Mr. Jackson is one of the new mem
bers and his solo work proved very con
clusively that he is entitled to his spurs.
He is the possessor of a sweet , well
modulated voice , which he handles very
artistically.
This was Mr. Mitchell's debut with
the Minstrels. He elicited great ap
plause , especially in the delivery of his
oration , "What Is It. "
Mr. Elliott was a prime favorite. His
rich , full basso has lost none of its
power , and his renditions were full of
his old time skill.
Mr. Farrcll's initial appearance was
a decided hit. He sang well , and his
clog dancing made the welkin ring.
Mr. Termohlen , another new member ,
quite captivated his audience with his
sweet voice and the feeling he put into
his ballads. '
Mr. Berry touched a popular chord
in his various performances , and quite
won the generous applause showered
upon him.
The violin duet by Prof. Rcizenstein
and his little daughter Eva was one of
the pretty things of the evening. Miss
Eva handles the bow gracefully and is
destined to become a captivating artist.
Mr. Jordan officiated as interlocutor
with all his accustomed dignity.
The music by the orchestra was up
to their high standard and was a pleas
ing feature of the entertainment.
All in all the Merry Minstrels made
a good impression , and their future ef
forts are assured of a generous patron
age and appreciation.
Take Courage.
Most people never make an invest
ment only under the stimulus of aboom.
Particularly is this true of the west ,
jut the prudent person makes his in
vestments at the time whop the market
las reached its greatest depression.
The time to make a good investment
in McCook property was never better
than now , and we speak advisedly when
we say as much for Red Willow county
? arms. It won't be near so good a time
to buy when you see booming crops ,
a booming city , and each one blaming
limself that he did not buy last winter ,
when he could have bought from 25 to
50 cent , lower. Remember this fact ,
that one extreme is always followed
> y another , and take courage.
The Last of Earth.
On Monday afternoon , from the resi
dence of Mr. F. L. Brown , the remains
of Mrs. J. D. Robb , whose sudden and
sad decease was briefly noted in our
ast issue , were consigned with loving
lands to their last resting place in
Longview cemetery.
The services were conducted by Rev.
Mather of the Methodist church , and
were very largely attended , attesting
the high esteem in which the departed
was held by a large circle of warm
Friends , all of whom join in expressions
of profoundest sympathy and condol
ence for the stricken husband and sorrowing
rowing relatives and friends.
The hand of affliction rests heavily
upon Philip Katzenmyer , ( who lives a
Tew miles south of the city on the
divide , ) in the death of his son Matthias
Paul , Tuesday , from mountain fever.
Tie funeral took place , yesterday , from
the Catholic church , the remains being
juried in the church cemetery.
To exchange for McCook property :
Stock of dry goods and notions. Can
use property to the value of $2,000 or
ess. Chance for a big bargain. Also ,
lave for sale several residences in Mc
Cook on easy terms. . Apply to
W. H. DAVIS.
On the first of the coming month
Mrs. J. B. McCabe , milliner , will oc
cupy the Smith building jointly with
Carruth & Son , jewelers.
East Ter Rye
ON THIS !
For Two Weeks Only '
we shall offer the choice of
our fine stock of
Ladies' and Gents'
Plush , Velvet & Felt
SLIPPERS !
FOR
$1,00
These slippers are worth
from $1.50 to $2.50 a pair.
We are ready for the rush.
Pound Party.
The ladies of the McCook Benevo-
ent Society have arranged for a Pound
Party to be given in Meeker hall , Sat
urday ( to-morrow ) evening , for the ben
efit of the needy of the city and vicinity.
All are urged to come and to bring a
) ound of groceries or provisions along.
Amusements will be provided by the
society for all. It is to be hoped that
the attendance and donations will be
generous , to the end that the society
may have a goodly supply of edibles
or distribution among the poor here
abouts.
The Burlington's New Line To The
Black Hills.
THE BURLINGTON KODTE takes
pleasure in announcing to the pub
ic the completion of its new line
LO Deadwood , South Dakota , and
the formal opening of the same for
business. This event marks an
epoch in the history of Nebraska ,
in opening up to the trade centers
of the state and the Missouri Val
ley , new and valuable territory
and a country immensely rich in
coal and mineral deposits , whose
possibilities for the future promise
much for the commercial and
manufacturing prosperity of the
state. The line is substantially
constructed and thoroughly equip
ped , the object being to afford a
service that is first class in every
particular , and in keeping with
other through lines of the Bur-
[ ington System. It is the shortest
and quickest line from Missouri
Kiver points in Nebraska to Deadwood -
wood , Hot Springs , Ouster and
Hill City , South Dakota ; Merino
and Newcastle , "Wyoming , and all
points in the Black Hills. Through
nrains are running daily with Pul-
man Sleeping Cars from Omaha
and Lincoln to Deadwood without
change , making connection at Lin
coln and Omaha with trains of the
Burlington Eoute to and from all
points East , "West and South.
For further information apply
to any Burlington agent , or to
J. FBANCIS , Gen. Pass. AgH. ,
Omaha , Neb.