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Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
RUSH HILL

Correspondence of the Ledger.
RUSH HILL, July 20.-Mrs. w. T.
Lott, Jr., left here last Monday to join
her husband who has located at Fort
Smith. Ark.
Miss Mirth Walker, of Chapel
Grove, is visiting the family of P. F.
Dyer.
Miss Mammie Clark is spending a
few weeks with friends in Windsor and
Sedalia.
The Lutherans are making an effort
to build a brick church in Rush Hill.
We think there is no doubt but it will
soon be under Roadway. for our town
has the enterprise that can't be beat,
will make it a desirable location for
home-seekers.
Messrs. Green and Woolwine shipped
last week another car load ofmules and
horses to st. LOUIS. Notwithstanding
they struck a dull market they will
continue to buy all the good mules and
horses offered for sale.
A merry company Of young gentle
men and ladies from Mexico made the
Hill a pleasant visit one night last
week. Among them we noticed our
friend Joe Bryan, of Hannibal. These
social visits by the young people land
some of them not SO very young either
are highly enjoyed, and we hope the
next full moon may give us the salts
faction of recording a similar visit.
The exciting political struggle that
we have unsurpassed through, we are
glad to say, has caused no unpleasant
feelings between anyone that we have
heard of. At the primaries Saturday
there was a little dissatisfaction be-
cause the rulings of the Central Com.
mlttee were enforced. All that expect
ed to vote were required to enrol their
names with the secretary and agree to
support the ticket nominated at Nexi-
co the II. After discussing the matter
all present acquiesced, except two, and
rather than submit to the instructions
of the committee, they crept down
and out, and everything passed off
quietly and satisfactory.
Rev. Theodore Horne, of the Luth-
eran church of Freeburgh, St. Clair
county, ILL.,, preached Sunday afternoon
to a large congregation, and it is said
by those who could understand German
to be a most excellent
Rev. Johnson, of the Baptist church,
will preach next Sabbath at eleven and
Rev. Nichols in the evening.
The hum of the threshing machine
is heard on the adjoining farms.
The first car load of new pats from
this place was shipped last Friday by
Messrs. Kendall & Co. MJzpAu.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
THOMPSON TALK,

Correspondence of the Ledger.
THOMPSON, Mo-, July 2O.-Rain need
ed badly.
Haying is about over.
Considerable sickness in this neigh.
borhood.
The wicked flee when no one pursu.
eth.
Mrs. Jno. Brice is very sick with ner-
vous troubles.
Pate Morris had two steers killed on
the railroad. Appraised at SIOe.
VIM. Haley and Robt. Lilger start
south in a few weeks on a protracted
hunt.
Everybody is coming to the grand pic.
mic near Thompson the 9th inst.
Nj. B. Mcdonald is very low with in.
iammation of bowels.
Thompson Standards play the Mex
icoBrowns at the big picnic near Thomp-
son the 24th inst.
Every teacher in Wilson should make
it a point to attend the institute.
The excursion to Randolph Springs
next Sunday promises TO be the affair
of the season. Quite a large number of
Thompsonites will avail themselves of
this grand opportunity to visit one OF
the o popular resorts in North Mis-
souri,. The special train is due at the
station 7:l5 a. m, J. SwAD.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

"Alas, Estelle," sighed Hubert, II
fear we a never marry. love you
devotedly, but I could never think
of asking you to share my poverty"
"But, HUBERT" said the dear girl.
poverty would be happiness II only
We e together. What do I care
for wealth SO long as / have you? /
can do without lhxuries il I only have
your love. Bread. and cheese, and
kisses are enough for me. / ask moth
ing more" Really" asked Hubert,
excitedly, looking fondly down into
her eyes. Really" she answered
firmly, looking up into his with a ten
der smile. "Then, by Jinks." ex-
claimed Hubert, "I1l borrow o dol
lar and get the license this afternoon.
Your father ought to be willing to
stand the bread and cheese and / feel
competent myself to provide tie kiss
es.r
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
WORCESTER WARBLINGS,
pOndence of the Ledger,

Correspondence Of the Ledger.
WORCESTER, July 20.-The news from
the convention is the most genuine
surprise this neighborhood has expert
enced for a long time. Our district
the Dye-was very evenly divided on
Representative, and the friends of Locke
and Clay worked as never men worked
before for the success of any man in a
primary. The voterswere strictly polled
and several challenges were to dispose
of. The final vote stood, Locke, Is;
Clay, IA. Strother Underwood dele
gate and bud Murray alternate. In
structed for Locke; for Justice of the
Peace, liams; for Constable, Hubbard.
One Republican was born and baptized
Gmfnersed) fully into the Democratic
faith in our district.
Some low-down thief without the
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

This morning the sad news came to
town that Mr.. VIM. Coons died yester-
day. His funeral will take place to-
day at Perry.
"Senor," of Martinsburg, thinks we
are mad at him and that our pen is
Sarcastic" because we said we would
make him a present indicative of his
ready pen. 1--WE are not mad, most
noble Festus, but speak forth words of
truth and soberness" when we saw Won
are entitled to the red ribbon for using
more adjectives of the surperlatiye de-
gree than any writer on the LEDGER.
But will he please let me correct one
little error of his? When he smoke of
''sylph-like form" he must have been
writing in front of a large mirror. and
his own image was reflected, for we are
not ''sylph-like." That was hyperbole.
though We'll admitit sounded practical
and very pretty. We Judge from some
of his phrases he is an Nj. d., and al
though he may appear to be a Crude
son, we believe in time he will win the
highest honors of his profession, Our
best wishes attend him. We count ali
the correspondents of the LEDGER our
friends, and would be pleased to meet
with him at the proposed banquet.
ANNIE IArprr
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Said Professor Pritchett to q st.
Louis reporter: "Yes, the days are
getting longer-almost imperceptl-
bly,, however, the extension being at
the rate Of two seconds in a century.
This 'sfow-up' on the part Of the
earth in its daily rotation is caused
by the tides, which act as friction upon
the earth's axis, and thus decrease the
earth's velocity. Two seconds in q
hundred years is not much, but in
the impenetrable future their effect
will be felt"
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
Obituary.

Obituary.
Frances, beloved daughter of Sarah
and Will Elliott, passed from this earth
to a brighter cline, July lst, 1886; age, 2
years and ) months. Little Frances stay
on this earth was brief, but during her
short life many admirable qualities of
heart and mind had been discovered, be-
ing unusually sprightly for a child of her
age. The unfolding of her young mind
had been watched and treasured up with
parents; and it was with aching hearts
that they yielded up her gentle spirit to
the one who gave it unto their keeping.
One little bud plucked from Il tree,
One birdie flown from its nest,
One little darling snatched away
Gone to her rest.
One little snow-white lamb
Gone from the sheltering fold;
One little narrow grave,
Down in the graveyard, old.
One little dropping flower,
Growing pure in the morning air;
One little snoW-white lamb,
In the good Shepherds care.
One little angel more,
Singing with voices sweet,
Flinging her crown of gold
Down at her Savior's feet.
Gone from this world of care,
Gone from this world of praise,
Oh, who could wish her back
In this dreary world again. c. D. S.
All the furniture of the Windsor
Hotel is for sale. Parties wishing
any kind of household furniture
would do well to call at Windsor at
once and secure bargains. 14-3t
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
Harper, Turner 81 90,
All for C0ckrell.

From the Jefferson City Tribune.
. Last week was noted chiefly for
inactivity in local politics, only a few
counties holding conventions. Up
to the present thirty candidates have
been nominated for the lower house
of representatives and two for the
senate. Three of the house nomi-
nees are Republicans, one of
whom, Frank Laudman, of Pettis
county, has no earthly show Of being
elected. There is no opposition to
the reelection of Senator Cockrell,
except from the Republicans. Fol-
lowing is the list, the Republicans
being marked with a star (thus ,;
Democrats not designated:
HOUSE.
Adair-"Rev. Josiah W. Davis.
Barton-H. G. Timmonds.
Bates-J. Ii. Hinton.
Carroll-James II. Wright.
Cedar-C. N. Jordan.
Chariton-Lucius Salisbury.
Clark-James H.. Fore.
Clinton-Edward Turner.
Daviess-J. w. Alexander.
Henry-W. H. Cock.
Hlckory-*William L. Snidow.
Houar1- EropI nnll
Howeli-C. L. White.
Knox-N. J. Watson.
Lafayette-Robert Hicklin.
Lewis-Horace p. Tate.
Marion-George A. Mahan.
Morgan-Conway Jones.
W. d. Steel.
Pettis IS. d. Crawford.
*Frank Laudman.
Pike-H. G. Duffy.
Ralls-J. o. Allison.
Randolph-Henry A. Newman.
Ray-John F. Morton.
So,;no F. P. Sebree.
C. b. Buckner.
Shelby-W. o. L. Jewett.
Vernon-Captain A.. Cummings.
Wayne-George l.. Lee.
NAT
W. G. Downing, of Lewis.
HI. W. johnson, of Montgomery.
Hon. J. Perry johnson, of Madi-
son county, has secured a sufficient
number Of delegates to secure his
nomination.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
LADDONIA

correspondent OF the Ledger.
LADDoNIA, Mo, July l9.-The barbe-
u north of town last Friday was well
attended. Several of the most promin-
ent candidates made speeches, and
everything passed off pleasantly, not
withstanding the barbecue got slightly
scorched in the morning.
Rev. Bib came on Saturday to fill
his appointment Sunday but was called
to Montgomery City by the death OF
his wife's father, Mr.. Cnshman. Rev.
Rice preached in his place.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

The Financier.
What is this?
This, darling, is a fnancier.
What does a fnancier do for a
living.
He finances.
What is it he finances?
Finance.
o, that is very funny, isn't it?
Very.
But what is really his business?
Managing other peoples money.
But does he never manage his own?
o, yes.
When?
When he has got through manag-
ing other peoples.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

"Mr. Dusenberry, you're nothing
but a bundle of conceit, SO you are.
You don't know half as much about
women as you think you do"
"Pve an analytical turn of mind,
my dear. I know how to use my
eyes. L always see what is going
on"
ooh, you do, eh? Well, what do
you generally see about women?"
"The men, my dear."-Philadelphia
Can.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

DON'T forget to look at the Ricketts,
& Emmons Dry Goods Co. for bar
gains in oil kinds of dry goods, car
pets and clothing they arc selling for
cash. Old customers who have paid
promptly will be given short time.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
Lightning.

DO not be hutnhuggej by ignorant
and loud-mouthed ligltping-rod
men, who tell you we are tai 90 tie
business. II you want your buildings
protected in the most approved and
artistic style, send o card 10 Byron
Iiams, Worcester, Nc. 5-3m
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Porter's chicken cholera cute--the
best in the world. For sale hy the fol-
lowing druggists, Mexico, Mo: A.
NJ. Patterson, J. +. Llcwellyn, Dob.
yrs 4 Gibbs, j. j. Steele. 1927
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

PersOnating an Absent. Editor.
FrOm the Atlanta Constitution.)
The managing editor of the Courier
Journal walked into the sauctum the
other day, and said to a subordinate:
1--WE must have an editorial from
Henry Watterson-write it."
"What shall it be about, and how
can we make our readers think it is
Henry's," asked the sub.
"Oh, just say nothing about some
thing. Begin with, by our halidame,
and ring in 'howbeit' and a go to,
quotha."
"Yassir."
"And, say, you"
"Yassir."
Don't forget to conclude with,
Now, by St. Paul, the fight goes
bravely on!'"
.sYassir,"
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Parties wishing household furni-
ture should not fail to call at the
Windsor aud get prices. The furni-
ture is all IN good condition and will
he sold cheap, 14-3t
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

fear of God before his eyes, or q decent
respect for the devil, stole a $40 Bible
from the pulpit of the Rock Hill Chris
tian church last week. The book was
the gift of the ladies of the congrega-
C.S. Rowe and wife, of st. Louis, are
visiting Mrs. Rowe's parents, MIR. and
Mrs. L. liams. EiIIrz.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Ricketts, & Emnlons Dry Good.
Co. are selling the cheapest gools
for cash. Lonsdale cotton Sc, wortl,
10 cents; lawns, 2 cents, worth 5 cts.
Bargains in clothing, shoes and dress
goods. 1922
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
What VIII Surely do IL.

Ones hair begins 10 fall out from
many causes. The important ques-
ton is: What is sure to make it
grow in again? According to the
testimony Of thousands, pafker's Hair
Halsam win do il. 1t quickly covers
bald spots, restores the original color
when the hair is gray or faded, eradi-
Gates dsndruff, and causes the scalp
to feel cool and well II 10 not o
dye, not greasy, highly perfumed,
safe. Never disappoints those who
require . nice, reliable dressing.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
For Rent.

The livery stable which has been
occupied by J. B. Botkin for soine-
time is now for rent nj rensonnb g
terms. Apply 10 ". II Whit,
Rowena, Mo. hif
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
Living, 50; deceased, %.
Cedar Grove Meeting.

Cednf UrOVe MeetIng.
The protracted meeting for Cedar
Grove school house will begin Sun
day, July %, at 1 p. m. sharp. The
undersigned will be assisted by Bro.
j. O. Edmonston. Let the prepare
ton for a grand time begin in the
hearts of the people by conservation
and pray that the old time fire may
be rekindled and many souls saved
by the preaching of the gospel and
the power of the Holy Ghost.
THos. G.. Written.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

There are three grocery stores on
the South side; Casters is the middle
one. Don't make a mistake; the
sign is over the door, moi across the
side walk-look for the windows.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
Hair brushes and combs.
J. L. Lleweliyn.

Mr.. NJ. r. X. Biggs will take his
large work mules TO the Mexico fair.
These mules have taken the premium
several times as ,lransht animals,
and if he succeeds in getting them in
proper order viii doubtless take the
cake at our fair.-Farher Eye.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Are now on sale to priaeiEal POINTS
East, Moth, and West For f,.i pa
ticulars cal on or. address
+. $. Wilson,
Ticket Agent,
Union Depot, Mexico. Mo.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Why She Ought TO Wear Glasses.
GLOW old would you take me to
be, Mr.. Snooks?" she lisped, looking
unutterable things at him.
II dunno" he replied, twisting
nervously about in bis chair.
"I'm awfully old, 1 assure you.
I've een twenty-three summers!'
Then you ought to wea glasses"
he replied, earnestly.
"Why, Mr.. Shocks! glasses at
twenty-three?".
Eyes; your eyesight must be bad"
"I'm sure l don't know why you
should think so,' she pouted.
because I'm afraid about twenty
summers have gone by that you
haven't seen."
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

W. d. jolly, after an absence of
II years in Kansas, is In Mexico to
see his friends. r. G. Jolly, his
brother, who has been gone 2 years
also, returned with him.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

The bottom has dropped out of
prices at Steele's drug store. Call and
lay in n supply. Every article war
ranted as represented. 14-tf.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
Land Sales.

Edwin Slaughter to j. 2. Smith,
lot in Laddenla $50 90
Margaret Potts to VIM. II. Potts,
209 acres, 10 miles northwest
of Mexico. 90
Il. c. Shepherd to VIM. Vaughn,
part block =, John A. Pearson's
add. to Mexico............... l25 90
Charles Washer to Thomas f.
Roden, lot 4, block 4, fair
ground add. to Mexico....... IS 90
Amanda E. Grant to N. M. Freid-
man, lots 5 and 6, block IL,
Crigler's addition to Martins
400 W
Phoebe Lindsey to Richard Seay,
lot 10, block @, Beatty's add.
to Mexico. $50 00
James Ewing to Mary o. Hol-
land, lot i, block ll2, Vandalia l 90
Rufus Hisey to Mrs. Lille NJ.
Morris, lot s in Ruloff's square
to NJ 900 90
J. II. Buckley, j. d. Tucker and
Joseph Murray to j. W. Bryan.
lot Z and 20 feet off west SIDE
lot 8 in Landon D. Craig's add.
to Mexico. 900 90
The way to encourage home in
dustry is for. smokers to take no other
but Weimer's cigars. 9-tf.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
Satisfies the PEOPLE,

In this issue will be found testi-
monials from some of our leading
citizens to one of the most e~nterpris-
ing jewelry stores in the west and
goes to prove that honesty and fair
dealing always wins. Pollard offers
an elegant silver cake basket for the
best white cake displayed at the COM
ing fair. Call at his store and see it.
Paints and oils at DR.. Bakers
cheap.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

II You are in need of any household
furniture go to the Windsor aud Sc
cure some of the bargains which arc
being offered. last
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
To Republicans.

There will be a meeting of the
Republican Central Committee of
this county at the court house in
Mexico, Tuesday, the p inst, at 2
o'clock, p. H., for consultation. Mem
bers of the party throughout the
county are cordially invited to meet
with committee. w. G. ORR.
Mexico, July 20. Chairman.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Go to Pease's for your ~overalls
and working shirts. Every garment
warranted not to rip. 1876.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Go to Steele's drug store for pure,
fresh and cheap drugs.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
Chicken cholera cure.
}. +. Ilewellyn.

Last Thursday night burglars got
into j. J. Steele's residence and car
ried off a fine gold watch and several
dollars in change. They also got in
to the Globe Hotel and stole Pat
Develin's pistol. They were un-
doubtedly old hands at the business
and know how to do neat work. Citi-
zens should lock their windows or
else sit up all night.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Ten yards prints for 80 cents at G.
Kabrich & Co.'S. l4-3t
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Pure baking powder, 40 cents per
pound. J. f. Llewellyn.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Car load Of red cedar posts just
received at Houston & Trimble's.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Leave your orders for blackberries
at r. G. Paul's. l3-4t
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Summer clothing, hats and fine
shoes fifty cents on the dollar at G..
Kabrich & Co.'S, Mexico, Mo.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Ten yards brown or bleach muslin
for 40 cents at G.. Kabrich G. Co.'s.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
The National Sangerfest at Milwaukee,
WISCONSIN.

For the above tickets will be sold
to Milwaukee and return at S13.25.
Dates of sale July IL to "a inclusive.
Tickets good for return passage up
to and including August 10.
E. S. WILSON,
Ag't Union Depot.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
Workman A. Farmers.

l.. NJ. Pease will sell you the
genuine Sweet, Orr Il Co. overalls.
Every pair warranted. 1885,.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

G. Kabrich & Co. still ahead. The
cheapest place to buy dry goods in
Mexico. last
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Twelve boxes of matches for Sc. at
Casters. 100 matches in a box.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Casters is the cheapest place in
town. He leads in prices the others
wait for his figures and follow.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Paints and oils at DR.. bakers
cheap.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

j. T. Elzea, of Vandalia, died last
week. He was ~ years old, and one
Of the revered landmarks of the
county.
Cheapest groceries in Mexico.
13-4t r. c. PAUL.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

The Sunrise church entertainment
was a grand success.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
Dusenberry's Observation.

Everybody should take part in the
Trades Procession.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

with Arthur, Or waltz with Benny, or
encounter any other of the former
representatives of these past tokens
of affection, Mrs. Grundy and all the
wives will stand in a solemn row and
gossip and raise his satanic majesty.
If I avoid them it will be worse, and
I am certainly not going to pack up
and go home"
And the stars On her fingers spar
kled as she effectively waved her
hands in gestures of perplexity.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Ten yards good seersucker for 81
at G. Kabrich & Co.'S. 14-3t
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Prescriptions carefully filed at DR..
Bakers.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Mckinley is the boss baker. 5-tf
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
Open and Frankly Advocating True
Democracy.

The Mexico LEDGER is standing
up squarely for Democracy in the
coming primary of that county. The
LEDGER is q power in the politics of
Audrain and has grown to be such
by openly and frankly advocating
naught but true Democracy.-Mober-
ly Neacs.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
PersOnating an Absent Editor.

Fine and cheap soaps.
j. F. Llewellyn.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

D. H. Mcintyre has accepted
long call to become a candidate for
the Legislature in Cole county.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Fine lot sponges. J. +. Llewellyn.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

LeuBcT y TlU IflZt-
There were 10 guesses among the
many received for the LEDGER's $40
that are exactly correct, except for
Representative. Each one of the
following gets 81: Miss Lutte Cave,
Mexico; E. ID. Graham, Mexico
D. G., Pittstield, Ill. ; j. A. Turner,
Sturgeon; J. r. Shell, Laddonia /;
j. V. Williams, Mexico; A. W.
Woolwine, Laddonia j. n. Cartmell,
Laddonia; j. N. Cross, Mexico
VIM. Reid, Slater.
Go to DIR. Bakers for fine cigars
and soda.
Fair Ground Booths fer Rent.
The booths at the fair grounds will
be rented at auction on Saturday,
July oath, at 2 p. IN. 1927.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

DR.. Baker has all kinds of fresh
drugs.
Misses Lulu jackson and Minnie
Wright, of Akron, Ohio, and Miss
Kate johnson, of Jamesport, Mo-,
are guests of their uncle and aunt,
Mr.. and Mrs. Josiah Wright.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Prescriptions carefully filed at DR.
Bakers.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
Why She Ought TO Wear Glasses.

DR.. Baker has all kinds of fresh
drugs.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Orpheus Harding is the Republi-
can nominee of Garden City, Kan,
for circuit clerk. He would make a
good one.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22
Ledger's $40 Prize.

The cheapest drugs and medicines
in town at Steele's drug store.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Paints and oils at DR.. Bakers
cheap.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1886-07-22

Go to DIR. Bakers for fine cigars
and soda.