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Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

John =. Clark made US a pleas
ant call last Tuesday and presented
samples of clover over two feet high,
orchard grass over three feet and
blue grass over three feet. This
will give our readers out of the State
some idea how everything grows here
in the spring. We also have wheat on
our table presented by j. A. Judy,
over three feet high. During last
week we have been in five different
States, but nowhere did we find the
prospect for crops what it is in Au-
drain. Real estate and immigration
business is booming.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
Magic" vs.. "NOrman" Scale
1t seems to be the correct thing I,

1t seems to be the correct thing to
settle all disputes concerning rival
systems or rival machines, etc., by
test trial. One day last week, Mrs.
Shackelford, ''championess' of the
Magic Scale for cutting and fitting
dresses, challenged Mrs. Gibbs,
"championess' of the Norman sys-
TEN. Nine disinterested parties we're
called in and with one voice decided
in favor of the Norman scale used by
Mrs. Gibbs. The contest was all in
good spirit and the many friends of
the Norman are rejoiced that it "took
the cake 1t
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
Pay Up.

If you owe this office anything we
trust you will pay up at once. 1t
takes money to run a printing office.
We have to collect what is due US In
order to pay what we owe. We have
spent lately about $4,000 for stamps
sending out duns,' &C., &C., all OF
which brought no returns. If par
ties who owe US old accounts don't
pay up we will have to buy stuffed
club or hire a lawyer. Please pay
up!
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
The Missouri Press Excurston


The Missouri Press Association
had an unusually pleasant time at
their annual meeting this month. All
of the old members were present, and
about sixty new ones were admitted
The association adjourned to meet
at st. Joe next May. St. Joe offered
80 much better inducements than wo
felt justified in giving, that repre-
sentatives from this city made no at.
tempt to have the next meeting at
Mexico, although it is understood
that if Mexico comes properly to the
front next season she can secure the
meeting of 1883. After the associa-
ton completed its routine of work,
it enjoyed a very pleasant excursion
On the G. & A. R. R. to Chicago.
Some of the editors went to Milwau.
kee, Washington City and Mount
Vernon. The c. & A. R. r. and its
officials especially deserve the thanks
OF the association. 1t not only fur
nlshed free transportation to and
from Chicago, but also accommodate
ed US with a special train, inviting all
members of the press and their wives
to grand dinner on the dining car:
also a glorious banquet for supper.
The c. & A. never does anything by
halves. General Passenger Agent,
j. c. Charlton, and Division Super.
intenient, T. M. Bates, both accom-
panied the excursionists, and did all
in their power to add to their enjoy
ment. In fact, nothing was lacking
to complete the enjoyment of the ex-
cursionists.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
HUNNEwELL, Mo-, May

HUNNEwELL, Mo-, May 10, 1881.
We, the undersigned citizens of
Shelby county, State of Mo-, whose
names are hereunto subscribed,
would respectfully state for the ben
eft of all those wanting Nurserey
stock, that the trees ordered by US
of the celebrated Heikes Nursery Co.
of Dayton, Ohio, delivered by their
agents, for the spring delivery of
1879, were in all respects far superior
to any goods of their kind ever de-
livered to us, or of which we have
knowledge; they are in all respects
just what they were represented to
be, and give entire satisfaction.
DR.. A. L. Yancy, II. NJ. Mefford,
j. w. Cox, j, A. Spencer.
Henry Bohrer. A. C. Ballet,
C.. II. Ragsdale, DR.. E. G. Davis,
j. b. Withrop, j. III. Mefford,
d. c. Handley, r. w. Moss,
Blackwood & Blackburn.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

S. H. Woltz, formerly of Wells
Vile, has brought suit for divorce
from his wife, Louisa George Woltz,
which is to be tried at the next term
of the Audrain circuit court. We
don't know what are the grounds OF
the suit but we know Sam thinks his
wife has been the worst enemy to his
success in life, which he had.-Wells-
vile Wide-Awake.
Mrs. S. H. Wolff is q native OF this
city and very sweet and amiable
drl.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
Oh, What a Cough .

Will you heed the warning. The signal perhaps
of the sure approach Of that more terrible dis
ease Consumption. Ask yourselves if you can
afford for the sake of saving 30 cents to run the
risk and do nothing for 1t. We know from ex-
perience shat Shiloh's Cure will cure your cough.
mon baaiss Rsrs sad the mast '1an II
lievcs Group and Whooping Cough at once.
Mothers do not be without it, Eor lame back
side or chest use Shiloh porus plaster. Sold by
J. McDesrmon, Mexico, and j. ID. Haislip, Mar
tinsburg. 5-eow
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

Mr.. J. A. Judy, of this county,
made us a pleasant call last Monday
and showed us sample of his wheat
three feet high. He has 100 acres OF
wheat of this kind and he expects
big crop. 1t is all mistake about
this not being good wheat country.
There is no better place to raise
wheat than Audrain county. Mr..
and Mrs. Judy leave for Kentucky
on a visit within the next few weeks
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19


The public school board met last
week and elected the following teach
ers for the next year:
Superintendent-Prof. j. P. Blan-
ton.
TeacEers-Prof. W. c. Ridgeway,
Misses Haffards, May, Talbot, Sui
linger, Forrist, Jones, Grantham,
Cauthorn and Mrs. Fanny Garrett.
Teachers of ycolored school-Miss
Coger and Mr.. Wilson.
BY order of the board rooms Z,
ard 8 in the public school building are
consolidated, and will be taught by
two teachers instead of three.
John Nj. Menefee was reelected
Treasurer of the board.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
Attention, Smokers!

If you can't keep in good busi-
ness humor without indulging in the
"weed," just call at Smothers &
VOORHEES,, where you will find one
of the finest lines of smokers articles
ever brought to Mexico, consisting of
pipes, cigar and cigarette holders,
cigar and cigarette cases; also the
finest brands Of smoking tobacco, and
stock up for the business. 3-u
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

Wine is a mocker, and strong drink
is raging. Take Prickley Ash Bitters.
1t Is not a beverage, but a remedy
for all ill effects of an excess of intoX-
icating stimulants. Don't take q
drink before breakfast just to wake
you up, because you feel SO stupid
and languid. You are sure to feel
worse as soon as the effect wears off.
Take half wine glass of Prickley
Ash Bitters. 1t will brighten you up
for the whole day. 2-4w
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
New Ice Cream Parlors.

Mrs. Della Perrin will open next
Wednesday, in the room formerly oc-
cupied by Fegan & Horsfall. an ice
cream parlor, candy and fruit stand.
The room is now being fitted up in
first.class style.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

r. B. Speed, of the Warrenton
Banner, and j. A. Hudson, of the
Charlton Courier, both made US
pleasant call yesterday. They are
two of the best newspaper men in the
State.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

Removal.
Mrs. Rodman has moved her mil
linery and notions to Southwest
corner of Square, 8 doors west of
ricketts, & Emmons, where she has
everything in her line new and stylish
and cheaper than the cheapest. Call
and get bargains. Call and price
goods before purchasing elsewhere.
First-class dress maker in employ.
A nice line. of switches always kept.
Mrs. H. RODMAN.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

Closing Exercises of Hardin College.
Public examinations from May 30
to June s, inclusive.
Baccalaureate sermon, Sunday, June
5th, II o'clock, at the Baptist church
by Rev. NJ. j. Breaker, of Fayette,
Mo.
Literary address. Monday evening,
June 9Th, at college chapel, by Hon.
d. Clinton Allen, of Liberty, Mo.
Alumnae supper at College build
ing, Tuesday evening, June 7th,
special cards.
Junior contest Wednesday eve
ming, June 9Th.
Commencement Thursday evening,
June 9th.
Levee, Friday evening from 8 till
~ p. m.
You are cordially invited to attend.
Mrs. H. T. BAIRD, Pres.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

In this issue of the LEDGER will be
found the advertisement of W. H.
Rice, Supt. Of the Woolen Mills.
He wants your wool and will pay St.
Louis prices in cash. Roll carding
a specialty. Don't fail to call.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
Our Office Hours.
OfIica hours for listening to COM

Office hours for listening to COM
mercial travellers, to IL; lightning
rod men, II to 1; book agents. TO
8; advertising men, stationery ped
dlers, and insurance men, all day.
We attend to our own business al
night.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
New Goods,

Jack Cough. the popular tailor,
has just received some of the finest
suitings ever brought to Mexico; the
latest styles and patterns received
every week. Call and see for your
self. Goods all imported. None
but the best cutters and filters en-
ployed. Jack is well known to our
readers. He always gives satlsfac-
tion. A If.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

Miss Emma Bobbitt, the celebrated
leader, attended the press convention
and gave one of her delectable read
ings by request. She was elected an
honorary member and went to Chica-
90 with the excursionists.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
MACON COUNTY.

Having bought some trees, vines,
shrubs, etc, of Heikes Nursery Co.,
of Dayton, Ohio, we hereby certify
that said trees, &C., were delivered
in first class condition, and in every
particular equal to any delivery of
trees that we have ever seen.
r. A. Smealey, Aun Traeger,
l.. A. Thompson, Jake IIendershot,
Jacob Davis, Benton Gee.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
Those of orr home nhvsicians w

Those of our home physicians who
exerted themselves to entertain med
ical men from abroad, and did all
they could to make the meeting a
success and reflect honor on our city,
deserve great credit.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
In this issna slffhe

In this issue of the LEDGER will be
found George Kabrich's ADVERTISE
ment. George means what he says.
He has a mammoth stock Of goods
and is bound to sell them. Don't
fail to call and get prices. He is a
square man.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

DR.. W. r. Harris, dentist, about
40 years old, committed suicide in
Sturgeon Monday night-l5 grains
of morphine Left family. Cause
drink and poverty.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

A fine line of Old Quaker Medl-
cines, consisting of Old Quaker Bit
tiers, Old Quaker Condition Powders,
Harbinger Tea, Liniment. Pills, Bal
sam, Empire Gin, &C., standard
patent Of the day. Can be found
only at
d.ff C.rorurps e. VoapryrS
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

Mrs. Norman Lakeland has moved
into Tommie Carter's residence on
Promenade ,Street. Mr.. Carter and
wife are now in st. Louis and reside
at 10th and Locust. Mrs. Ann Cor
don will open boarding house
where Mrs. Lakeland has been living
on Monroe Street.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
Rocky Mountain Tar Balsam.

BY calling on J. F. Llewellyn or II. Hall and
procuring bottle of Rocky Mountain Tar Balsam
no one need suffer from coughs. colds, sore throat
or any affection of the throat and lungs. This
cough mixture, (which contains tar and tolu),
which has n, and sull continues to be used in
the mountains of our western country, has prov
en- itself to be the best cough remedy ever dis
covered, and those suffering from coughs, colds
and sore throat should lose no time in trying to
cure themselves at once, which can be done by
using a bottle of Rocky Mountain Tar Balsam.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

s'Our Choice" still holds the lead
as the best 5-cent cigar in the city.
Kept only at the
4-f PALACE DRUG STORE.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

We noticed several persons going
into the circus yesterday that to our
certain knowledge owed the printer,
and when they die will owe the un-
dertaker.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

One black horse mule, 3 years old,
about Is hands high; the tip of one
ear bent in bran new leather halter
on; brand on the left shoulder, also
&C" on left jaw. 1 will pay any
person literally for information of
said mule or for it's return to the
Jimmie Dyer farm, miles north Of
Mexico.
5tt G.. Il, Z, PAGE,
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

This is to certify that we have pur-
chased trees. vines, and plants from
the agents of the Dayton Nurseries,
and take pleasure in saying that the
stock was delivered to us in an un-
usually thrifty condition, and in
every way as represented. We rec
ommend the gentlemen as being hon
est, honorable and fully worthy OF
public confidence.
o. L. Terrill, J. M. Ennis,
J. G.. Hale, W. A. Hughes,
j. w. Darrah, ii. Z. Darlile,
j. w. Hall, J. NJ. Gentry.
B,F. Frye,
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
PALMYRA, Mo-, April 20, 1881.


The Old Heikes Nursery Co., of
Dayton, Ohio, made delivery of
Trees, Vines, Plants, ETC., at this
place, and we can say, for the benefit
Of those wanting anything in their
line, that the Trees, etc., delivered
by them were just as they were rec
commended to be, and in the very
best of order. They also have re-
placed all trees, etc., free of charge,
that have died up to date; and we
believe the Nursery, also the agents,
to be reliable.
ALBIN j. DEARINa.
EDWARD MCPIKE.
JOHN r.. YEAaER.
G. III. MCWILLIAMs.
EASTMAN & jacob.
OREM BLACHLEY.
J. B. McLEoD.
r. M. JOHNSON.
THos. CREED.
E. A. MCLEOD.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

Having lived for twelve years near
Heikes Nursery, Dayton, Ohio, take
pleasure in stating that this Nursery
has sustained high reputation, and
l consider the proprietors reliable
and honorable men.
II. D. Onyett, Pastor &. p. Church.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

Clark & Miller have a first-class
livery stable, and keep the best livery
horses In the city. They have gentle
horses for ladies to drive. Prompt
attention given to customers. 24-tf.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
Found.

BY young lady in the city Of
Mexico, On the southwest corner of
the public square, at the "Palace
Drug Store" a lot of that fine toilet
article known as Tilton's Famous
Swan Down. 4-ttf
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
agents.
Dyspepsia 4 Liver Complaint

Is it not worth the small price Of Is cents to
free yourself of every symptom of these distress
ing complaints if you think so call at our store
and get bottle of Shiloh 8 Vitalizer, every bot
tie has printed guarantee on it, use accordingly
and if it does you no good it will cost you noth
ing. Sold by j. McDearmon, Mexica, and j. X.
Haislip, Martinsburg. 5-eow.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

G. kabrich has Just returned from,
st. Louis with one of the largest
stocks of dry goods ever brought to,
this city, and Is selling them cheaper,
than ever. ,5.Sw,
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

Miss Belle Hisey, a charming ana q
vivacious blonde Of Mexico, ATTENDED
the banquet and ball Of the Press AS.
sociation at the Capitol last Tuesday
evening Fulton Telegraph.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

Parties wishing ice during the day,
after our morning delivery, can get it
at S. S. Craig & Co.'s drug store.
5 2t LANE & GREGORY.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

Parties buying fruit trees from
agents of Old Heikes Nursery Coz
or buying direct from the Nursery
do not buy from spectators.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

A. NJ. Harrison will have plenty
of good brick next week. Yards in
southeast Mexico. sgt
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

Full line of spring goods at N. Y.
Notion Store northwest corner square.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

California Kidney Tea for lame
back and all kidney troules. Fifty
cents. J. F. Llewellyn and S. S.
Craig & Co., agents.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

California Kidney Tea for lame
back, Kidney and Urinary tfoubles,
torpid liver. Only so cents large
package. Buy of j. F. Llewellyn or
S. S. Craig, agents. IT,. .
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

The c. & A. r. r. Division will
move next Sunday, when a new time
card will be issued. The freight di-
vision will be at Bowling Green and
Slater, and the passenger division at
ROOdhouse.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
SMoTHERs & VOORHEES,.

Go to A. NJ. Harrison's for good
brick. 5-2w
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

Wool, Hides, Feathers, Pelts, Furs,
Tallow, Rags, Iron, &C., at the highest
cash market price. Call aud see me,
opposite Coatsworth's lumber yard.
4.3m SAM MORRIS,
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

California Kidney Tea is a plant
native to the Sierras. 1t cures! 1t
cursI Only so cents. Try it at J.
F. Llewellyn and S. S. Craig & Co.,
agents. IL.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

California Kidney Tea never fails
in Kidney and Urinary troubles. so
cents. Look for it at j. F. Lllew-
ellyn's or S. S. Craig's, agents. I'll
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

STRAYED.-From the undersigned
on the 26th of May, yellow horse,
4 years old, IA 1-2 hands high. In
formation psid for by
JNo. H. HAYDoN,
3.tf Mexico, Mo.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
WaMtNdS 7

Highest market price paid for wool
by Carroll q Bolts. 5-2w =
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

Highest market price paid for WOO
by Carroll & Bolts. saw
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

Bargains can be had in ladies dress
goods at G. kabrich's. 5-Sw :.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

From Botklns' pasture. mile
west of Mexico, one dark bay work,
horse, 9 years old, blind 10 Leo eye.
shod all ronnd.. Any information
concerning said horse will be liberally,
paid for BY calling on -, -
IS 2t ]. B. BorkM, Mexico. Mo
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

The greatest novelties in goods at
G.. Kabrich's. 5-3w
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

I'VE have . speedy and positive cure TOR catarrh,
diptheria, canker in the mouth and headache, in
Shiloh's Catarrh Remedy: nasal injector free
sweet breath Price SO cents. Sold by j. Nc
Dearmon. Mexico and J. r. Haislip, Martins
burg 6.eow
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

Early tomato plants at
2-8t l.. ID. SHIPPE's.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
LETTER LIST.

MEXICO, Mo-, May 20, 1881.
r IST OF LETTERS remaining in the Post
i 4 office at Mexico, Audrain County Missouri.
and which, IL not called for within four weeks
from date, will be sent to the Dead Letter once
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

We, the undersigned citizens of
Shelby county, Missouri have bought
trees, vines, plants, etc, of the old
Heikes Nursery Co., Dayton, Ohio,
from their agents who have been
canvassing for two years and more,
and would respectfully state for the
| benefit of all parties wanting nurse
nv stock that the trees delivered to US
from said nursery were the best and
delivered in the best condition of
any we have ever bought or seen
delivered. We cordially recon-
mend their agents as gentlemen
worthy Of your confidence and pat
ronage. Anything you need you
can buy of them without the least
fear of its being a swindlc, for we
have satisfied ourselves as to the
stock and reliability of said nursery.
Said nurseries have always replaced
free Of charge all stock bought of
them. which died before coming in
to bearing. We hope you will pat
ronize them literally; believe you
will be cOnscientiously dealt with.
VIM. A. Reid, Ben. r. Cough,
c. H. True, Muldrow Il Wor-
Daniel Taylor, land,
J. b. Margruder. S. G. Parsons,
r. E. Crigler, r.. Z. Sparks,
L. w. Z. Reed, IL. ). Sparks,
Thos. Kiphart. Il. n. Moore,
Jos. Ill. Fox, A. Donnely,
J. a. Cough,
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
-a>-S-
Strayed.

Highest market price paid for wool
by Carroll & Bolts. 5-2w
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
Removal,

Highest market price paid for wool
by Carroll & Bolts. 5-2w
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

Mexico needs 8 street sprinkler
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
SHELBY COUNTY.

We, citizens of Shelbyville and Vi
cinity, having bought trees, vines
and plants of the agents of the
Heikes Nurseries Co., of Dayton,
Ohio, who have been canvassing this
county for some three years. The
stock delivered to them was the best
and in the best condition of any we
ever bought Or saw delivered. They
have also replaced free of charge all
stock that died. After having salts
fed ourselves in regard to the relia-
bility of the nurseries, we recon-
mend to all who are needing nursery
stock to patronize these nurseries as
we have found them entirely relia-
BILE and their agents honorable and
worthy of confidence.
J. J. Bragg, w. A Dimmitt,
j. w. Irwin, Phil. Dimmitt,
j. NJ. Ennis, Zadock Bethards,
NJ. f. McMaster, Tho. Bethards.
O. T, Terrill.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
Money,

moHcy.
Saturday Eve,
at the Opera House.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

California Kidney Tea. Try it
when all other remedies fail and get
relief. Buy it of J. F. Lllewellyn
or S. S. Craig, agents, for so cents.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

Screen doors and windows at the
lowest cash prices, and all kinds of
Job work at H. D. Hunters shop,
three doors north of postoffice. 3-3w
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

California Kidney Tea never fails
In Kidney ard Urinary troubles. so
cents. Look for it at j. +. Lllew-
ellyn's and S. S. Craig's, agents. is.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19

Pozzone's Powders are very nee
essary article to every we'll regulated
ladies toilet; found at the ..Palace
Drug Store" 3-tf
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
Extra early vegetable plants at
2-8t L. d. SHIPPE's.

Early cabbage and sweet potato
plants at
2-St L. d. SHIPPE's.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-05-19
Smallpox in Kansas CITY.
City council Monday night.

Smallpox in Kansas City.
City council Monday night.
Let us have a board OF health,
DR.. J. f. Hays made US st pleasan,
call yesterday.
Brophy & Brady have moved into
fuckers corner.
Leslie Ferris has opened hardware
store at Centralia.
Mayo Harris, of Vandalia, was in
the city Wednesday.
The "Palace Drug Store" has 9
new and daisy sign.
The building boom is now assum-
Ing huge dimensions.
We are glad to know that W. w.
Rutledge is daily recovering.
John j. Gill and wife are visiting
their son George, at Vandalia.
Meeting of school teachers Of the
county in Mexico next Saturday.
M. NJ. Conger's new mill and resi-
dence are both nearly completed.
B. F. O'-"Response to Remin-
enscenses" will appear next week.
The Warrenton Sentinel, a repub-
lican paper, has turned up its little
toes.
A. McLaren has just returned
from two weeks visit to New
Mexico.
Geo. B. Macfarlane was guest at
the press banquet in Jefferson City
last week.
Mrs. R, +. Lawder gave her