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Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
Jack Haydon's Adventure,

AS most of our readers know, our
friend Jack Hayden is in the real
estate business. One day last week
Jack took a couple of friends out
with him in his buggy to look at a
farm he wanted to sell them. Jack
is a very pleasant talker, but on this
occasion he even surprised himself.
AS they drew neal the tract of land
he got warmer in his remarks in IA
vor of Audrain lands. He was telling
how many miles of railroad we had
how we yer out of debt that land
had doubled in value in the last few
years !; that we had the most liberal
minded people In the world as citi-
zens Of our county ; that we had the
best stock. "Look at that horse
now, n of the best in the State ;
our soil is fine. This mud amounts
to nothing, it fertilizes; it is not
deep" Just then his horse, who was
as blind as a bat, tumbled over into
a deep gully by the roadside and
threw the whole party into the mud.
ooh, no! the mud is not deep and
that is a fine horse" was all that
Jack could hear from his friends.
Jack said never a word. He pulled
everything out of the mud and drove
on without a word. Below we give
a plat of his face as surveyed by
his friends just after he got into the
buggy again.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
New Store.

In this issue of the LEDGER will be
found the mammoth advertisement
of Carroll & Bolts who will shortly
open a big millinery and notion store
in the Harper block, northeast cor
ner square. As soon as the store is
opened, we will give our readers a
full description. We also wish you
all to call and see for yourselves.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

Last Monday morning, Samuel A.
Craddock, of this city, who had been
sick for several weeks, died of heart
disease at his residence on Promenade
street. Mr.. Craddock was a native
of Kentucky, and was born in the
year 1924. He came to Missouri in
1850, and has practiced law in this
city for sNSyears. He leaves a wife,
three daughters and two sons.
The funeraiservices will be held at
the Baptist Church this afternoon at
2 o'clock, Revs. j. C. Maple and
W. B. Wigginton officiating. The
friends OF the family are requested to
be present.
The following resolutions were
passed at a meeting of the Mexico
bar Yesterday:
Whereas, In obedience to that al
mighty fat, dust thou art, and unto
aus thou shalt RETURN" our fellow
citizen and brother in the legal pro.
fession, Samuel A. Craddock, the
Oldest member of the Mexico bar,
submitted to the grim monster, Death,
Monday morning at five minutes past
5 o'clock; therefore be it
Resolved, That as a token of u
respect for his memory we tender to
his bereaved family our deepest SYM
pathy and coincidence in this their
sad hour of trouble, and commend
them to the carr of Him who doeth
all things we'll. And that we, as
members of the Mexico bar, attend
his funeral in a body, and wear the
usual badge of mourning.
A committee composed of ]. Med.
Trimble, T. B. Buckner and M. Y.
Duncan we're appointed to submit
resolutions to the circuit court, and
to have same spread on the records.
The family have the sincere SYM
patty Of the community in their be-
reavomant Z
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
Marble Yards.

A. X. Luckie, OF this city, has just
received a fine lot of Vermont marble.
He also keeps on hand all kinds of
domestic and foreign marble. We
noticed somevery fine work ne has just
executed. Te lately filled an order
for a monument for banker Wheeler
of Fulton, and enc for Mr.. Scott of
Galloway. He does first-class work,
and has a reputation all over the
State. Call and examine his work,
and get prices.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

]. M. Mcdonald, of Mexico, is
agent for the world renowned Chick
celebrated Decker Bros, un-
excelled Mathushek, Story & Camp,
Hams Bros, and Ficher pianos. The
matchless. Estey and Story & Camp
organs. Pianos lower than the lowest.
Terms to suit. Send for catalogue.
21-tf j. M. MCDONALD,
Mexico, Mo.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

Last Tuesday morning Miss Nam
ME Pearson, of this city, and DR..
Lemon, of Ashland, Mo-, were mar
ried at the residence of DIR. J. W.
Nc Williams, Of this city. Mis- Nam
ME is one IF our loveliest girls, and
DIR. Lemon is one of Boone's most
promising young men. Their for
tunes are joined under the most aus
picious circumstances, and we trust
they will never be less happy than
to-day.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

Geo. D. Bowman will not be a can
didate for reelection to the Office of
County School Commissioner. Mr..
Bowman vas a good commissioner,
and gave general satisfaction. The
pay of the office is very small-in
fact, not what it should be.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
Rocky Mountain Tar Balsam.

CBy calling on J.. +. Llewellyn or Fl. Hall and
procuring q bottle Of RockyMountain Tar Balssm
no one need suffer from conghs. colds, sore throat
or any affection Of the throat and lungs. This
cough mixture, (Which contains tar and tolu)
which has been, and still ontinue 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 Balsan.
ta-Julv-22
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
Farm for Sale.

Situated two and one half miles
west Of Santa Fe, 10 Monroe county,
containing ITO acres, 80 acres Of
prairie, all under fence; 80 acres of
good timber detached. Improve
ments moderate. Will be sold cheap.
For particulars, inquire Of or address
Phil. Quisenberry, Santa Fe, Mo.
46-tf H. G. RACLIFF.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
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 we'll known to our
readers. He always gives satisfac-
ton. A Il.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

B.. S. Hite has just returned from
a very successful trip to Kansas in
the interest of his heat fender. There
is no doubt but what the fender is a
grand institution. 1t is giving good
satisfaction everywhere. Tie bust
ness this season will develop and
prove to be immense.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
US rock roads.

&Aleantara Saturday night.
ould"prohibition' prohibit?
A store under Central Hotel.
Miss Annie Silver is home again.
Eudalia is going to have a bank.
By picture frames cheap at 99c
Pnt Kemper, of Boonville, Mo-,
aaa.
l Phillips new goods r arriving
gday.
|TaAs race for City Marshal will be
close.
Iadge J. H. Shell has a fine bull
ffor sale.
Toe Barth is in the East buying
Hgoods.
theapest line towels and napkins
ssc store.
Today is "St. Patrick's day in
nornin'."
Don't fail to hear the comic opera
tHrday night.
Ne are glad to see Billie Ander-
back again.
Miss Susie Hord is visiting in
lrsnton, Mo.
"A we prophesied may years ago."
dug is coming.
Rehear the "B. F. Club is the
g footed club"
]. V. VS.. communication will
pear next week.
Miss Lille Womack, of Perry, is
ting in Mexico.
Charlie Morris has returned from
lit to St. Louis.
Thos. Musick has recovered, We
posed he would.
!. Mayo Harris, of Vandalia, was
he city Monday.
". S. Houston was home on a
Eaant visit last week.
p. R. Bishop is building several
shouses near Laddonia.
Hiss Efie Daniel, Of Vandalia, is
Edng friends in Mexico.
We are glad to see Rev. Mr.. Shack
ord again able to be out.
Our friend w. w. Fry has our
Anks for favors this week.
]. B. Whiting and Dave Ewing, OF
F~.adsnia, were up Tuesday.
Last chance to hear the Doctor OF
sautara next Saturday night.
There will be no trouble about get
o good men for city offices.
Hrs. T. H. Williams is building {
n house in northeast Mexico.
Boons are sometimes fatal. Thai
shit killed the Gar of Russia.
Clean off our streets and fix W
Z side walks and street crossings.
We are glad to learn that DR.. Rus
sa Is fast recoyerin g his usual health
Christian Church sociable at Har
u College tomorrow Friday night
Miss Annie Woodward has returned
son aver pleasant visit to Columbis
d.. French made 3 very pleasan
osness trip to Kansas City las
,eek.
The milk wagons cen hardly max
aeir semi-daiiy trips on account {
ae mud.
Everybody go and hear the Docte
Y Alcantara, Saturday night, for bel
sat Of public school library.
Henry Wells and R. W. Maine, I
luton, returned from the riv,
asesday with a fine lot Of ducks.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

c. S. Houston & Co., have opened
out, in Harper's block, . magnificent
new stock of the latest patterns Of
furniture of every description, to
which they invite the attention of the
public. r. 5. Steele is in charge of
the business, and will be happy to
greet his friends aud cell them bar
gains. Att
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
Hay For Sale.

Good millet hay for sale cheap, in
any quantity and in good order, on
the farm of r. S. Pearson, about two
miles northeast of Mexico. Call at
farm, or at the Office OF DR.. j. w.
McWilliams, Mexico, Mo. Aft
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
MARRIED.

At the residence of R. M. White, in this city,
at - o'clock, m, to-day (Thursday.) by Rev. ).
G. Maple, Albert White, sen., Of this county, and
Miss Hestner Ware, of Kentucky.
MI. and Mrs. White left on the ea~stern-bound
atiyes in Newport, KY.
At the residence Of = bert Chappell, this
county, on the 9th inst, by Prof.. w. @. Ridge
way. 4. v. Schock and Miss Sophia Chappell ;
both OF this county.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

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, Mo, 42-tf
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
Gas Works.

Jos. G. Lakenan sold last week
two lots, for $3.50, to Jas. D. Werden
on which to erect his gas works.
The lots lie two blocks north of the
public square, and one block west of
Allison's springs.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

IGus. Hiner has received his COM
mission as a river pilot, and took his
first boat to New Orleans last week.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
Urs.-2,OOO--9O cts.

W1s.-Z, OOO-SO CTS.
r. are bound to increase our sub
y;os bet in 1881 to 1900. W.
|. lase more than 1900, and in
l. to obtain the desired 1900 we
! end the Ledger to neao subscribers
|hlaaee ofthis year for 80 cts. cash
.draaee. "Ihe Great Religious
kkkly' until January 1, 1882, for
A. Subscribe n0tc!
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

We hear some talk of the Green
hackers running Josiah Wright for
Mayor. Josiah Wright is a good
man and would make q good Mayor,
but he is no Greenbacker, and We
don't think he would run or that
6cket. If the Greenbackers want to
sacrifice some one, why don't they
pick on one OF their own party?
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
Notice to Stockholders.

At a meeting of the board of di-
recters of the Audrain County Agri-
cultural and Mechanical society, held
Feb. 26, 1881, a dividend of ten per
cent. on the capital stock of said SO
ciety was declared; payable on pre-
sentation of certificates Of stock to
the Secretary.
]. j. STEELE, Sec'Y.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

We announce this week w. X. Potts
as a candidate for City Marshal.
Mr.. Potts is we'll known to our read
ers. He was for several years mar
shall of our city, and gave excellent
satisfaction.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

Ringo & Clark have q frst-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., 1881-03-17

The. ladies of Hardin College will
give an entertainment to consist of
music, tableaux, etc., Friday even
ing, April LIST. After the entertain
ment a supper will be given.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
.RuSinAS6

From a conversation had with Mr..
Frank we are satisfied that he means
business when he proposes to change
his business. Att
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

John Hutton, president of the
Murphy organization, made a neat
little speech Monday night. Hutton
10 one of the most graceful speakers
in this part of the State.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

If you want to make money, SOW
flax seed. The seed costs you moth
ing. You can borrow it from Carter
& Hisey, at Laddonia, Benton City,
Thompson Station, or Mexico. 47-4t
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

We publish the Church and Home
this week, Rev. T. j. Wheat editor.
1t is rightly named, the Church and
Home being full of matter fitted to
both Church and Home. We are
glad to find this paper i%ourishing.
II fills a long felt want in this part OF
the State and should be literally sup
ported.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

J. F. Llewellyn has white hurley
tobacco seed which he will give to
any farmer wishing to plant. Call
and see him and plant a tobacco bed
at once.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

We are sorry to learn that I. B.
Buckner's infant son has been dan
perously sick for some time. The
prospect for its recovery is nov very
fair
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

Any one knowing the address Of
Charles Rice and T. II. Bradley,
please send same to Nothing & Hal
bert, Belleville, III. 47-3t
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

Be wise /; simply call on your drug
gist for Dr.. Sellers Cough Syrup,
when you have a cold or coughs
cents q bottle. 47-4w.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

We announce this week T. J. Ca
sew as a candidate for Councilman
in the 4th ward. He is nov a men,
Der of the council and gives good
satisfaction. The prospect is that he
will be reelected without opposition.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
New lot large chromos at 99c store.

We see it is stated in the Audrain
County Press that Hon. c. G. Daniel
voted to move the capitol to Sedalia.
This is a mistake !; he voted to sub
NIT the proposition to the people and
settle the matter forever. He is not
in favor of the removal.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

If you want a piano Or organ call
on j. M. Mcdonald. He will sell
you none but the best. Terms to
suit. 41-tf
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

Miss Ida Sicily aud HI. 3. Elder,
both Of this county, were married
Feb. %, by Rev. T. ]. Wheat. We
wish the happy couple q long and
prosperous life.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

Notice is hereby given that the
annual election of the city of Mexico,
Mo, will be held on the 9Th day OF
April, 1881, for the purpose of choos-
ing the following officers, viz:
Mayor,
City Attorney.
Recorder,
Marshal,
And one Councilman for each
ward.
j. e. BAssFoRD, Mayor.
Attest: j. F. GILLIAN, Clerk.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
New shoes at Mitchell's shoe store

J. N. Stephens has moved to Mar
tinsburg, this county. Mr.. Stephens
is a go-a-head young farmer and has
lust taken out an auctioneer's license.
We wish him success in his new ven
ture.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

In company with j. Med. Trimble
and George Robertson, we paid a
visit to Laddonla last Tuesday, and
found this live little to wn in a -four
ishing condition. Laddonia is grow
ing every day.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

Go to Kabrich's for bargains in
dry goods, notions, boots and shoes,
clothing, hats and caps. 46-3w.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
LIST.

MEXICO, Mo-, March II, 1851.
T IST OF LETTERS remaining in the Post
office at Mexico. Audrain County. Missouri.
and which. il not called for within four weeks
from date, will be sent to the Dead Letter Office
at Washington City.
Adams Margaret mrs Holiday Ellen miss
Bell Henry mr. tcoD Hawkins &c
Burger Adam mr. Jones Bessie miss
Belle Annie johnson c Fl
Carter Wm mr. Kuhn A mr.
Dudgeon Martha miss Love 8 Rev
Daniels James II LindStrOm ChaSJ
Forbes Si,as mr. Mcclure Lafayette
Ford NJ F Marshcl Jack
GfaffOid Kitty miss Minor George 2
Hubert Louis mr. Mallory M0llie miss
Harrison Lizzie miss Myers James
Houseman James F mr. Rumans A p
Hall John T Simpson ID W
Hendrix Mana mrs Wilson Mamie miss
Harrison Charlie mr. Woods Tno3 A
Harrigan Mary miss
r Persons calling for letters In this list will
please say Advertised"
~ ONCE open on Sunday from IL o'clock, II.
to l o'clock. r. NJ.
GEO. A. POTEET, p. H..
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

We announce this week w. B.
McIntire as a candidate for City At
toraey. Mr.. McIntire is we'll known
to our readers and has many warm
friends in Mexico. He is we'll quail
fed for the place.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

A good dry basement. Plenty of
light; high ceiling; on the square.
Apply at this office. If
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

The following are the judges and
places of voting:
First Ward-Judges, Hugh Will
son. Joseph Lupton, G. B. Null.
Voting place, City Hall.
Second Ward-Judges, D. Hubble,
A. F. Ryerson, r. D. Dunbar.
Voting place, Hunters shop.
Third Ward-Judges, J. W. Ma
son, G.. G. Galloway, c. S. Houston.
Voting place, Court House.
Fourth Ward-Judges, VIM. Wells,
1. c. p. Taylor, Terrence Dennelly.
Voting place, W., st. L. & P. R. R.
freight depot.
Fifth Ward-J. b. Mcintyre, ia
cob Ruloff, Bruce Baldwin. Voting
place, Pollock & Co.'s Mills.
Sixth Ward-Judges, j. j. Gill,
L. P. Shootman, B. Whaley. Vot-
ing place, j. NJ. Gordon's office.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
,,ymERs OF THE CITY OF MEXICO:

an VOTERS OF THE CITY OF MEXICO:
E.;ding TO the solicitations of numerous gen.
= friends, l announce myself as a candidate
a of1ce OF Mayor of the city Of Mexico. In
10, am not unmindful of the importance
i, duties pertaining to the office ; and, il
IN | can only promise the employment of
"a Efforts to perform those duties faithful
IA nth an eve single to the best interests of
Earcspessi:s city. Very respectfully,
F,iro. March ), 1881. C. W. BAKER.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

Parties having horse and jack bills
printed at this Office get a free adyer
tisement in the LEDGER during the
season. AZ 1t
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

DR.. L. Watson, of Lexington, Mo-,
was in the city last week on a visit to
his son, DR.. Claude Watson, who
moved here not long since, and has
made many friends.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

Fresh, choice candies, oranges,
lemons and all kinds of nuts, R. &.
Paul's. 47-3t
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

Attention, TeAchers
Regular examinations first Saturday
in each month. All wishing certif-
,ates must attend these.
GEORGE D. BOWMAN,
County Commissioner.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

Call at I. P. g. Taylor's msnufac-
tory and examine the Centennial Bed
Spring before you buy. 20 tt.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

Hedge plants for sale, cheap.
|. l.. B. CUDwoRTH,
/ 47-4w Mexico, Mo.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

Boils, pimples and all blood dis
eases are cured by DR.. Lindsey's
Blood Searcher. Sold by all drug
gists. s47-4W,
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

c. H. Grasty, of this city, was in
Kansas City last week, looking for a
place on some metropolitan paper.
We wish Charlie success, He has
the elements for a good reporter,
and all he wants is the opportunity
and a good managing editor. |
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

Great bargains in dry goods at
Kabrich's. 46-3w.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

Everything in the Sheet Music
line at Fetter's. 47-4t
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

G. Kabrich is receiving his spring
goods-the cheapest and best styles
in Mexico. 46-3w.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

A chance for some one wanting
employment. Terms, reasonable.
46-tf THos. J. READ.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
THE MARKETS.
MEXICO MARKET REPORT
~OREECTE WEEKLY BY
BARNES & WINEGARD,
ALL KINDS OF GROCERIES,

Flour. Field and Garden Seeds, Salt, Corn, Oats,
&C., &c. Everything in our line complete and
guaranteed just as represented. Goods deliv-
cred free in corporation. Prices low as the
quality of goods will permit. Call and see.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

22-14-April 1, 1881.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
Flax Seed to Loan

Farmers wishing to borrow fax seed
for sowing, and contract the crop on
favorable terms, should apply at nee
to James M. Bush, Mexico, Mo.
37-4w.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

Ladies necklaces and rings at 99c
Store
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
AENOUNCEMENTS.
CITY
MAYOR

L-r are authorized to announce
JAMES c. BASSFORD
/. espdIdate for reelection to the office of
n q Mexico, at the ensuing election, April
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

w. H. Woodward has been very
much troubled this winter by having
wood stolen from his farm. Last
Monday Geo. Stole vas fined $40
and costs for having a hand in the
business.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
99c store under Central Hotel.
New shoes at Mitchell's shoe store.

Spring styles. gents ties, at 99c
store.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

We announce this week James F.
Gillian as a candidate for ~re-elec-
ton to the Office of Recorder. Since
Mr.. Gillian has been in office we
have not he lard a word of complaint,
and find, or personal investigation,
that he has filled the Office to the sat-
isfaction of all. W. know of no OPP
position.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17
CITY COUNCILMEN.
SCHOOL ELECTION.

COUNTY SCHOOL COMMISSIONER.
lFE Ee authorized to announce
s. ID. ELLIS
candidate for County School COMMISSIONS
c ShOol election April 9Th, 1881.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

John Paris, J. M. Paris, Douglass
Paris and r. B. Praett were all fined
for stealing wood from w. H. Wood
ward. Mr.. Stole is in Jail for the
same ~offense, not being able to pay
SIG fine and costs.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

Large bed spreads at 99c store.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1881-03-17

r. are authorized to
WARREN B. MCINTYRE
/ c~sndidate for the office of City Attorney.
kinn: Tuesday. April 8, 1881.