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Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12
DIED.

Mrs. Sarah A. Houston, wife of Charles $.
Houston. of this city, last Thursday.
The fuHeral services were conducted by Dr.
Grasty, al the<residence in West Mexico last
Friday.
At the residence of her son. Major Z. L. Hord
near McCredie, in this county. Oh Tuesday
February g. 1880, Mrs. Elvira HerndOn.
She was born in Mason county, Kentucky
March 4th, 1911. Married to Mr.. Lewis Hord
Sen, July 18th 1880 aud was widowed January
18th. 1887. Became a member of the Christian
church about 1872. having been a consistent
member of that church ever since. On october
3lst. 1913. she was married to Mr.. l.. Herndon, OF
Scott county, Kentucky. where she resided un-
Ill his death. which occurred April 24th, 1868
after which she removed to Galloway county
Mo, where she has lived until her death.
Her remains were taken to Mexico for inter
ment. Funeral sermon IN fthat city Thursday
February 5th, at the residence OF her son, Lewis
Hord, by Elder E. r. Childers.-Fulton Telegraph
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

of the Intelligencer, Judge Clark
wrote Hutton sarcastic note of
thanks, and Hutton, in his pomposi-
ty, always expecting thanks, did not
see the point, SO published the note
in his paper. When told that the
note was joke and not in earnest,
he got mad and SAID he was insulted
by Clark, but never thought how
shabbily he had treated Judge Clark,
and the return he condescended to
make was to send the Judge thirty
refused copies of the paper, which,
if he had wanted, he would have Or
dered. Judge Clark had made a
contract with them to give him a no.
tice and they did not do it, and they
also left out what Col. Burch wrote
about Mr.. c.. in his letter concerning
Audrain county. For the next two
weeks the Colonel was in his glory,
enjoying himself clipping and pub
fishing ''puffs'' from other papers
(of course newspaper men tickle
each ether) about his mammoth edi-
ton, which Col. Burch wrote and j.
2. Clark had stereotyped. They
never thought for moment that
Clark or Burch deserved any credit
for the letter. A few weeks after
wards we learn he did refer to it, but
we are not certain he did.
What we have stated we learned
from men who know, and our busi-
ness men pronounce it the shabbiest
trick they ever knew a business man
guilty of. Col. H. reyels in puffs,
and We learn that he is going to have
all those On his (?) mammoth edi-
ton printed in book form and sent
all over the state, so as to assist him
in his canvass for Lieut. Governor.
He has read them to Col. NJ, read
and re-read them to himself until he
knows them by heart. They are his
stock in trade. After retiring at
night and doing off to sleep he
whispers: cat last, at last, l am
puffed to the skies; Hardin, Buckne1
and Mcintyre are laid in the shade. -
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

DR.. J. M. Koontz and wife, sole
proprietors of the French cure for
women, and also other justly cele-
brated family medicines of their own
compound, are still located in Mexico,
where they can be consulted in regard
to their medicines and diseases which
they are recommended for. The
French cure for woman is the only
remedy of the kind prepared and sold
in America, and so acknowledged by
all ladies, who have given it trial,
to be the only reliable remedy
on earth for all diseases peculiar to
the female organization. Also make
chronic diseases of women a speciality.
Consultation and examination of la
dies made by Mrs. j. M. Koontz, who
has had over fourteen years expert
ence in the practice of medicine among
the female sex, and all persons calling
at residence will get an honest opin-
ion of their case; and also, will give
treatment and medicines furnished
with full directions and instructions
for using, for less money than any
chronic family physician in the State.
All medicines guaranteed to be en-
tirely vegetable. Consultation free.
Call at residence on Water Street,
opposite Catholic Church. Att.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12
A Wonderful Discovery.

For the speedy cure of Consump-
ton and all diseases that lead to it,
such as stubborn Coughs, neglected
Colds, Bronchitis, Hay Fever, As
thma, pain in the side and chest, dry
hacking cough, tickling in the throat,
Hoarseness, Sore Throat, and all
chronic or lingering diseases of the
throat and lungs. DR.. Kings Dis
covery has no equal and has estab-
lisned for itself a worldwide reputa-
ton. Many leading physicians rec
ommend and nss it in their practice.
The formula from which it is prepared
is highly recommended by all medi-
cal journals. The clergy and the
press have complimented it in the
most glowing terms. Go to your
druggist and get q trial bottle free of
cost, or regular size for 81. For
sale by R. Scharlach, Ringo building
Mexico, Mo
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12
Law Offices Moved.

Some of our leading lawyers have
moved into the new buildings on the
north side of the square. Macfarlane
& Trimble have elegant parlors up
stairs in kennan's new building.
Kennan & Mcintyre have handsome
suite of rooms next door on the same
floor. Orlando Hit and George
Robertson have very nice apartments
over Sims new building. Squire
Hits justice office is ON the same
floor.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12
Robbed.

Last Saturday night some one
broke into Scharlaeh's drug store and
stole S24.S5 in cash and a box of
cigars. 1t appears that the thief
came down through the Ringo House,
broke glass out Of the back door,
put his hand in and unlocked the
door, when he entered broke open
the safe ind got the cigars and the
cash
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12
March LIST G. Leslie Ferris
will move into the Four Story
Brick, now occupied by Messrs.
Gill 4 Garrett. 43-tf
More Manufactures,

Mr.. Brown, of the firm of Lacy &
Brown, plug and smoking tobacco
of Wentzville, was in
Mexico yesterday prospecting. This
is a good firm; they work 60 hands
all the time. Our merchants are very
anxious to have this firm come to
Mexico, and we assure them that
they will receive cordial welcome
from all our business men. Manu-
factories Of all kinds are greeted with
open arms by all of our citizens.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Last Saturday night Merrill J.
Shepherd was knocked down and rob-
bed by unknown men just east of
town on the c. & A. r. r. track.
He made brave resistance, but was
overpowered, and lost his watch,
overcoat and hat. The assaulters
used Shepard up pretty badly, but
he received no dangerous wounds.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

1t Is to the interest of every farmer
having produce to sell, to call on G..
d. FERRIS, as he pays the best
prices for Chickens, Eggs, Hides,
Pelts, Feathers, Tallow, Butter, old
Iron, Rags. Beeswax, &c. And he has
for sale everything farmer wants,
such as Dry Goods, Notions, Shoes.
Hats, Bibbons, Corsets, Gloves, Gro
ceries, Queensware, Lamps, Clothing,
Furniture, Sewing Machines lower
than any house in Mexico, and ali
kinds Of Sewing Machine needles at
the low price of thirty cents per doz-
en-. 1t will pay any farmer to give
G. D. a call if they want good price
for their produce, and he sells goods
lower than anybody. Store opposite
entrance to Ringo Eouse. Aft.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Last Tuesday, sometime during
the day, thieves entered the house of
Major Whaley, on Liberty street, and
robbed the house of about S25 worth
of clothing, jewelry and money. 1t
was bold act, as the family were in
house at the time.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12
He also told me what to tell the man
that l gave myself up to-

He also told me what to tell the man
that l gave myself up to-
Kilgore told us all the above and
much more to the same import, for
which We have not the room. While
ne were talking, he bowed his head,
and we saw tears--real tears of re-
pentance-trickle down his pale, care
worn cheeks. If his story is true, he
has been led into a terrible crime,
for which he will suffer q horrible
death. He says he sleeps very we'll,
but does not have much rest from
thought while awake; says he feels
better since he has made his confess
sion. He wants Catholic priest to
be with him on the scaffold; says he
is not a member of any church, but
leans toward that belief. He talks
very calmly Of his approaching doom,
and as the day draws near, he seems
to realize more and more the enormi-
ty of his crime, and the death that
awaits him. He seems to think and
talk more on religion-to think that
whether men forgive him or not, that
God, in His loving mercy, will for
give him, even as He did the thief on
the cross.
Many man lives, and many a man
dies, who has less hope and less
chance for heaven than Kilgore.
KILGORE's BIOGRAPHY.
There are a good many reports in
circulation concerning the life of
Walker Kilgore, and with a good deal
of trouble we think We have at last
gotten the matter straight. Kilgore
himself don't know anything about
his parents, or place of nativity. As
near as We can learn, Walker Kilgore
was born in the year 1857, on the
Henley farm, on Skull Lick, abou, 10
miles northwest of Mexico, near where
Reuben Pulls now lives. His fathers
name was Harlan Kilgore, and his
mother was named Frances kilgore,
who was daughter of old Sam Kill
gore. Walkers mother (who was q
cousin to Harlan Kilgore), was only
Is years old when Walker was born.
She afterwards married Marion Kill
gore-Harlan's brother-by whom
she had another son, Alex. Kilgore,
and who is half-brother to Walker.
Walker Kllgore is, therefore, the ille-
gitimate son of Harlan Kilgore.
Harlan Kilgore had four brothers,
viz: Marion, Wesley (who now lives
in this city), Reason, and one who
was called "Bully Sam
Dow Willingham's father was
named Delona Willingham. He was
sent to prison at Alton, Ills, took
sick there, was brought home and
died in Mexico. Sarah Willingham
(Dow's mother), now lives on the
old ''Lone" Willingham farm, about
miles north of town.
Dow was about So years old at the
time he was killed.
We are informed by parties who
know, that Dow Willingham and
Walker Kilgore were III no way re-
lated.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12
Hade Brown Sentenced,

At Moberly on the 9th inst, Judge
Buckhart sentenced Hade Brown to
be hanged on Friday, March 26, 1880.
The prisoner took it coolly, and re-
marked to the Judge, "You will
never do it," and left his chair
laughing.
Since writing the above we learn
he has gone into another of his spasms
and is now apparently unconscious.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

This first death warrant ever pre-
pared in Audrain county, was writ
ten last Tuesday by our circuit clerk,
Jas. Carroll, and delivered to Sheriff
Glascock, and It'll Walker Kilgore's s
warrant, neatly prepared document,
bordered with black and festooneJ
with Grape, with the clerks seal in
black.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

When We say we believe, we have
evidence to prove that Shiloh's Con-
sumption Cure is decidedly the best
Lung Medicine made, inasmuch as it
will cure common or Chronic Cough
in one half the time and relieve Astl-
ma, Bronchitis, Whooping Cobgh,
Group, and show more cases Of Con-
sumption cured than all others. It
will cure where they fail, it is pleas
ant to take, harmless to the young
est child and we guarantee what We
say. Price 10 cts. so cts. and 81.
If your Lungs are sore, Chest or
Back lame use Shiloh's Porous Plas-
ter. Sold by DR.. J. McDearman,
druggist. cow.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

If you want to buy, sell or rent
land, confer with j. w. Daniel, who,
by personal observation, knows most
every turn, crook, and cross-road in
Audrain county. Law and Insurance
Office, north side public square,. Mex
leo, Nc. 4x-u
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Attention is called to the real es-
tate advertisement of J. W. Daniel
in this issue. He says he has some of
as nice farms for sale as can be found
in this section of the State, at low
figures on reasonable terms. See
him.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

We learn that excursion trains will
be run to Mexico from every direc-
ton on March the 9Th, to Kilgore's 3
execution. There will be more peo-
pie in Mexico on that day than ever
before.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

At a call meeting of the Board of
Directors of Hardin College, held at
Mexico. Mo-. Feb. 10, 1880. Mrs.
Baird was elected President for five
years-commencing June 1880, and
ending June 1885. The Board made
a very wise selection. Mrs. Baird is
one of the best educators in the
State.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

''Jake" has the agency for the
Anheuser & Burch beer. This is the
best beer on the Market taking first
pr re at Paris and at the Centennial.
For sale at Jake's by the bottle or
kpo- 42-tf.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

d. d. Davidson, of the St. Louis
Globe Gas Light Company, has been
in our city. for several days exhibiting
his light. He proposes to erect 80
lamps in Mexico at a cost Of Sc each
He will then furnish the fluid and a
man to light and take care of the
lamps at $40 per post. 1t will cost
the city 5000 per year. This appears
to be a very reasonable proposition.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12
County Bonds.

Our County Court was in session
last week on the subject of county
bonds, and s31,6OO (besides large
bunch of coupons) were taken in and
burned by the court. There are now
outstanding $4,000 in county bonds
due iii January, 1881. The County
Court will pay premium of 2 per
cent. on the face of any presented
within the next thirty days. This
speaks loud, but true. Audrain
county owes nothing that she has not
the funds to pay. OF the $3l, 900
consumed $4,000 of them were not
due till 1881; the remainder, s24, 300,
were those made payable January l,
1880, past. w. J. Mason, John L.
Bolts and A. J. Douglass, county
judges; b. l.. Locke, clerk.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12
GEO. SHEPHERD, THE DESPERATE.
VINO Killed Jesse James, Interviewed by a
Ledger" Reporter.

Last week as a reporter for the
LEDGER boarded the C. & A. day
train for Kansas City. he noticed in
the smoking car a very desperate
looking man, with one eye, who had
a couple of navies beside him, which
he clutched impulsively every time
the car door opened. Our reporter
at once thought that this living, walk
ing arsenal must be Geo. Shepherd,
the man who killed Jesse James, and
wishing to have talk with him, our
reporter approached him and remark
ed: ''Your name is Geo. Shepherd,
l think?' The ugly looking party
reached for one of his young guns
and answered: Eyes; and what do
you want?" When told that our re-
porter only wanted to chat with him
few moments, he made poor effort
to smile, and said: "Oh, yes g.; that's
all ri ght. You see l have to be on my
guard: never know who to trust
He seemed ready and eager to talk,
and emphatically insisted that he had
killed Jesse James. He says that he
did tell a man in Kentucky that he
never killed James, but he did that
for purpose, which he trusted would
yet work him up lead. He said he
knew what he was about, and none of
Jesse's friends would catch him
asleep. He looks to be about As
years ofage, a heavy set, strong, des-
perate man. His left eye is out, and
he shoots that much the quicker, nev-
er having to shut one eye. He had
four pistols and a murderous knife
on his person, and looked like he
might use them On moments warn
ing, and with but little provocation.
We are inclined to believe his state
ment about killing james. If he had
not killed him, Jesse James would
have been heard from in person long
ere this.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

One Of the most elegant and COM
Portable dwelling houses in Mexico.
Good surroundings, convenient to
tie square. Terms to suit purchaser.
Address or call on
40-tf. J. w. PLUNKETT,
Mexico, Mo,
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Squire Ellis and Willis johnson
had little matinee yesterday in
town. Ellis cut Johnson slightly on
the hand. 1t was about some fence.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Some of our citizens have been
wondering what kind Of machine
that is in front of the express office.
We are glad to inform them that it
is patent "telepraph rider" You
can mount this machine and travel
by wire just the same as you. can
send a message by wire. 1t is really
wonderful, what inventions are
coming to light in this century.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

John T.. Clark s. Son, Real Estate Agents.
As will be seen in this issue of the
LEDGER, John L. Clark & Son, are
real estate agents in Mexico, and that,
too, in the most expressive sense of
the term. Judge Clark is one of our
Oldest and most reliable citizens, and
has done as much, if not more, for
Audrain county than any man in it.
He will take pleasure in answering
any letters Of inquiry about Audrain,
and if you will visit Mexico, he will
show you the county free of charge.
We publish this week few of the
farms he has for sale. He is a square
dealing man, and will accommodate
you with most any kind of farm.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12
MULES WANTED!

am buying mules, and will do SO
indefinitely. Can be found generally
at the office of my father, or at the
mule yards of A. W. Quisenberry &
Co., on Liberty Street,
31-tf. A. w. QUIsENBERRY.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12
March lst G.. Leslie Ferris
will move into the Four Story
Brick. now occupied by Messrs.
Gill 4 Garrett. 43-If

r. J. Boswell, travelling for a whole
sale hardware firm of St. Louis, was
in Mexico last week. Bob is one of
the best statesmen on the road. He
may be little bashful, but that will
all wear of in time. BY the way.
Bob, the Carlinville (Ill.,) Herald
wants to know about that little dress.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Buy hedge plants, fruit and orna-
mental trees Of Wylde Brothers,
Benton City, Audrain county, Mo.
They have the finest lot of apple trees
in this part OF the state. 3S-3m.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

E. Tomlinson &Co. have just recelv-
ed full line of fresh groceries, staple
and fancy, which they propose to sell
cheap for cash or produce. Call and
see them, just east of Harper & Tur-
ner. 3l-tf.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12
Our ExOdusers Again.

Last week We made q little note of a
frustrated romance-that of one
man trying to run away with another
mans wife. The brother put in an
appearance and took his sister home
at the muzzle of pistol. This week
the two exodusing parties took their
grips and skipped out a foot. If We
have been informed Alright they are
now on their way rejoicing.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Clark & Tnrner, dealer in staple
and fancy groceries; also Stewart
Singer Sewing Machines, needles,
oils, attachments. &C, east side of the
public square, Mexico, Mo. 42-tf
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Our young friend, VIM. o. Lack
land, who, for years, has been head
clerk at j. F. Llewellyn's, left yes
terday for Pueblo, Colorado. He
was one of Mexico's most steady and
staunch young business men. We
learn that some of the girls are in
mourning for him. He may return
for one Of them some day. Will.
said he wanted the best paper in
Mexico and 50 subscribed for the
LEDGER.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

DIR. Humphrey, formerly of this
city, now of Moberly, will be in Mex
leo in Drs. Keeton & Humphrey s
office every Saturday, where his pa
tients and friends can see him. 43-tf.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Miss Becca Glascock, one of Mexi-
co.'s most accomplished and charming
young ladies', left last week to visit
relatives IN the vicinity of Hannibal.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Robins and blue birds and white
skirts and oyster cans and dead cats
begin to make their appearance in
Mexico the same as if it was April.
and the croakers in the creek warble
"Sing hey
The merry bull frogs that we are
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

"Jake," the proprietor of Jake's
saloon, is sole agent in Mexico for
Budweiser's Bohemian Beer. Drop
in and try it, the best in the market.
31-tf,
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

And still we boom. Even the
Chinese are pouring in upon us.
Ah Sing is here, and wants to open a
"Washee, Washeei"
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

For lame back, side or chest use
Shiloh's Porous Plaster. Price, 25
cents. Sold by DR.. j. McDearman,
druggist, Mexico, Mo.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

The Moberly Monitor gave full
account of the Hade Brown trial, with
cut of the condemned man. The
Monitor is q live paper.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12
Valentines.

j. Sontag has valentines without
number-plaln, fancy and burlesque.
Call and examine the finest lot of val
entines ever brought to Mexico.
40-3t.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

HB- March 1st G. Leslie Ferris
mM move into the -Four Story Brick,
on East Side Of Square, now occupied
by Messrs. Gil d Garrett. 43-tf
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

W. C. Barnes has purchased D. N.
Evans lumber yard, which he has
enlarged and filled with lumber of all
kinds. Call and see him. 41-4t.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

w. G. Barnes will turn his attention
in the future to lumber alone, and will
keep none but good, which he will
sell cheap. 41-4t.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Finest stock Of canned goods in
the city, bought before the raise in
canned goods and to be sold at bed
rock prices at, Opera House Grocery.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

The stars did not fall, but E. Tom
linson & Co. are selling groceries low
inst the same. 3l.tf
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Nj. Blum & Sons cutter from New
York has arrived, and is ready to
take measures. 41-tf.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

When at Fulton stop at the Com
mercial Hotel Jas. Watson, proprie-
tor. 10 If.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

I am going to close out my stock
Of carpets, and will sell them cheap.
Call at once and see my patterns.
43-tf. WV. HMzR.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Smoke full value cigars, at Greena-
myers Little Red Cigar Store. The
best cigar in the world. 43-3t.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Go 10 +. Tomlinson & Co. for fresl,
groceries, cheap for cash. 3I-tf.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Jake keeps the best beer and the
finest brands Of wine and cigars on
the market. 42.tf
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Everybody goes to Jake's for beer,
wine and cigars. 1t is the popular
resort in Mexico. Att
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

E. TomGnson & Co. have opened
grocery store just east of Harper's
& Turner'S. Call and see them. 31-tf.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

w. G. Barnes has the largest and
most complete stock Of lumber of all
kinds in Mexico. 41-4t.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Jake's beer took the premium at
Paris and the Centennial. Att
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12
For Rent. or Lease.

The two upper stories of the build
ing now occupied by Gill & Garrett.
Apply to G. LESLIE FERRIS. 432w.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

One new "Stewart Singer Ma
chine tor sale at this Office, cheap
Or cash. 41-tf.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

The cheapest lumber in Mexico at
w. C. Barnes lumber yard. 41-4t
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Hinze will close out his stock of
carpets and oil cloths cheap for cash.
43-tf.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Pure buckwheat flour, fresh prunes,
currents, dates and figs, at Smiths
Opera House Grocery.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

If you don't believe that Taylor
manufactures the best bed spring in
town, go get one on trial. 20 If.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Pure maple syrup at Smith sOpera
House grocery store.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

To take well with the girls, you
must either be rich or part your hair
in the middle.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

For Anheuser and Burch beer by
the bottle, gallon or keg, call at
42-f JAKE's.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12
Go 10 Jake's for beer.
Att

For lumber, 60 to w. c. Barnes.
Att
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Have you seen the General" cook
ing stove at G.. Leslie Ferris? 43-tf.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

There is no town in the state of
Missouri where stock sells as it does
in Mexico on stock sales day. Our
stock market is one of our best booms.
Buyers and sellers come from all
parts of the state, and last Saturday
the town was literally crowded.
Travelling men tell us that Mexico
has not its peer in the state.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

w. G. Barnes has the fullest and
most complete stock Of lumber in
Mexico, at d. N. Evans old stand.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1880-02-12

Farmers, don't fail to see that sulky
plow at G. Leslie Ferris 43-tf.