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Turner County herald. (Hurley, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-19??, 1891-12-24
Please Pay Up.

wish all parties owing me on ac-
count to call and settle the same before
January l. 1892, as need the money.
Respectfully,
G.. C. SKINNER.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-06-06
PART ONE-DEATH.
CHAPTER l.
HARRY TRENT's NEW HOME.

dAhh1 NE"
1t is less than twenty years since the
Trent murder in New York, and it was
one of the great sensations of the time.
But the Franco-German war, following
close upon it, distracted public atten-
ton. The mystery connected with it
was never cleared up, and today there
are few people who remember it. Ii lies
at the threshold of our story, however,
and we must speak of it before going
further.
In the year 1870 the city, above Six
tieth street, was thinly settled. Upper
Fifth avenue, with the PARK on on ~sIue
and waste of vacant blocks on the
other, was like a country road. There
were irregular hollows, sometimes with
stagnant water in them, or rocky hill
ocks, adorned with an occasional board
shanty; but there was no promise of the
array of palaces that look down upon
the peoples pleasure ground today.
When, therefore, the year previous,
Harry Trent had laid the foundations of
his new house, half a mile or more be-
yond civilized limits, he was called q
clever fellow or fool, according to the
temperament of the critic. Conserva-
tives propesied that he would remain in
lonely grandeur for twenty or thirty
years to come, while optimists declared
that he showed even more than his usual
shrewdness in securing betimes a site
which, later, was sure to fetch four or
five times its present value. Harry Trent
himself said little, but went on with his
building.
He was certainly no fool in a general
way of speaking. He was between fifty
and sixty years Of age, and his hair was
white; but then it had been white since
his youth, and his face looked fresh and
young. In figure he was above middle
height, graceful and well built. His
manners were exquisitely suave and
courteous, and had polish not exactly
American. In fact he had lived many
years abroad, and was received in the
best English and French society. He
was a personal acquaintance of the late
Emperor Napoleon LII, and was said to
belong to the Prince Of Wales set. But
though cosmopolitan in his way of life
he was good American in his political
and social opinions. 1t was his business
that took him abroad.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-06-06
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San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-06-06
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San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-06-06

He was of good family, and his father
had left him a property sufficient to re-
lieve him from the necessity of work.
But Harry Trent had not an idle bone in
his body, and he had no sooner complet-
ed his university career than he gave
proof of his activity. Instead of taking
up profession, however, or cultivating
the fine arts-as his fine taste and organ
ization might have led you to suppose he
would-he directed his energies to trade
After spending few years in bankers
Office, to learn the meaning of finance,
he rented place up town and appeared
before a startled community as a dia-
mond merchant.
After all, if one must follow trade,
there are few articles of commerce more
agreeable to deal in than diamonds.
They are beautiful to look at, profitable
to handle, and they stimulate the imag-
nation. The romances of diamonds are
among the most fascinating of the
worlds stories. The spell woven by
these stones is mysterious; it differs from
the vulgar craving for money. The liv
ing, changing, intangible spirit in them
allures forever those who have once
yielded to it. Its glory seems unearthly,
for it is like nothing else of earth; yet
one would scarce venture to call it heav-
emily. 1t CLEANS most brilliantly from
the midst of human blood and crime and
misery. The diamond necklace sparkles
like river of flowing light on wom-
ans bosom; but on that river the souls
of both man and woman are hurried to
death. The hollow of an infants hand
may hold gem able to raise an army or
provision city; yet it is but a form of
the commonest of physical products. 1t
is our invincible love of beauty that
gives it its value. vet all evil and ugly
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31
As to the Extra Session

II Gov. Francis is disposed to do his plain
duty, regardless of consequences, he will con-
vene the legislature in extraordinary session.
1t is the one sure solution of the question as
to whether Missouri is to have all her rights
under the new census and apportionment.
Col. Broadhead believes she may have them
without going to this bother and expense;
but Col. Broadhead is only a lawyer, and
liable to differ from the authorities clothed
with che power to finally dispose Of consti-
tutional questions. Ifit should hereafter be
held that the only way in which the State
can claim and exercise her right to an extra
congressman and elector is through the ac-
ton of her legislature, then everybody will
want to know Why the Governor did not pur-
sue the certain course. Why not take the
method concerning which there cannot be
even lawyers bubble: 1t appears to us
that the extra session is demanded by the
rule of absolute safety.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31

The entertainment given by the Presby-
tefian Sunday School, on Christmas Eve, was
very much enjoyed by the large audience in
attendance. A large tree, beautifully dec
GRATED, was well filled with good things;
every officer, teacher, and scholar receiving
nis snare OF candy, nuts, and oranges: the
younger members of the school receiving a
special present. the school supplying the
money, committee of ladies buying, max
ing and arranging the presents. The Su-
perintendent and all the teachers were also
remembered by their respective classes.
The pastor was especially remembered and
the good wishes of the school were manifest
ed in the presentation of q beautiful and
useful purse, well filled with silver dollars !;
this appreciation Of his services was slim
uiant to enjoy the more the Merry Christ
mas they wished him. All departed in a
happy frame OF mind, we'll satisfied with the
generosity of good Santa Claus.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31
Children Cry for
Pitchers Castoria.
Sealed Proposals.

Notice is hereby given that the County
Farm, with the poor thereon at the time,
will be let or leased tor the term OF one
wear, from the first day of March, 1892. to
March LIST, 1893. on the following condi-
tions, to wit:
TO the highest and best bidder, for
cash rent, tor the farm, to be taken in its
present condition. to be paid on or before
the December Term of the County Court,
1892. And to the lowest and best bidder
to take, keep, feed, comfortably clothe.
and humanity treat, the poor that may be
thereon at the time of letting, and all
Others that may be sent there by order of
the County Court-per capita per month
to be paid by the County Court at the
end of every quarter.
And for that purpose sealed bids. di-
rected to the care of the Clerk OF the
County Court, will be received. until the
adjourned term of said Court. on the first
Monday in February, 1892, for the pur-
pose of opening, inspecting. passing upon,
and awarding to the highest and best BID
| der, and the lowest and best bidder, as
set forth in the foregoing notice, the right
to reject any and al OF which bids the
| County Court reserves. The successful
bidder TO give bond for 81 200, with good
and sufficient security.
| W. A. FLETCHER, Clerk.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31

John Schmidt of Cape Girardeau is here
visiting friends.
Miss Annie Sontag. Mr. and Mrs. Herman
Sontag and Mr.. Charles Sontag OF st. Louis
are spending the Holidays with John Blem-
ePs folks.
James Morris of Des Arc was visiting in
Ironton few days last week.
Miss Nettie Crow of Marble Hill visited
Miss Dora Noel last week.
Mr.. Joe Meredith of Pennington spent
Christmas in IrOnton.
Miss Kate Grain went 20 st. Charles, Mo-,
Wednesday to visit friends.
Miss Lille Clarkson and brother George
went to Leeper, No., to see Walter, who has
been very sick with phneumonia.
Mr.. David Myers spent Christmas at Bis
marck.
Ed. Barnhouse and wife and Andy Barn
house are visiting their parents in Irenton.
home folk.
Richard Baldwin of Chicago is visiting his
brothers here.
Will Palmer, Des Arc, is visiting relatis es
here.
Will Kocher went to Cape Girardeau to
spend the holidays.
Andy Rasor, st. Louis, was in Ironton seY-
eral days last week.
Ed. Bumgardner left for Illinois Thursday
night.
Rev. W. III. Roberts was at Marble Hill
last Sunday and reports very pleasant time
aud a very large congregation.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31
SOnaI.

Harry b. AXE and bride arrived in Ironton
Christmas day, and have been receiving the
congratulations offriends and acquaintance.
They will depart for Mariana, their home,
about the 9th.
Roger W. Gay is having good time at
home this week. resting from his collegiate
labors.
Chas. Newman is Christmasing here among
the home people, and appears to be having
mighty good time of it.
Gus. Moser departs for st. Louis to-day,
after a weeks sojourn at home.
Mr.. and Mrs. David Taylor and Mrs. VIM.
Mckibben of Chicago were here last week in
attendance upon the funeral of Mrs. w. I'll.
Byers.
Mrs. T. S. Lopez and Mr.. Geo. Lopez re-
turned 10 the city Saturday morning.
Hon. Mann Ringo spent several days this
week in the Valley.
j. t. Patterson, Esq, of the West End,
was in Ironton Monday.
VIM. A. Tetwiler, st. Louis, spent Christ
mas at home.
Jake Lopez is visiting in st. Louis.
Mr.. Thos. Newman returned home from
Kennett last week.
Louis Miller is home from Kenneth.
Prof. B. Fox, Ceutreville, is here for a few
days.
Mr.. and Mrs. Rudy are visiting Harviell's
10 Arcadia.
Judge Emerson was IN town Christmas.
Mrs. j. j. Cundiff returned from Holiday
visit in Pennington Monday evening.
Mrs. DR.. Hull is in st. Louis visiting her
son, Mr.. John Dale.
Mrs. B. Rutscbmann Sunday came up on
visit from Popla Bluff.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31
Obituary.

Died. her home In tronton, Mo-,
Thursday, December oath, 1891, at 4:3O
O'Clock p. NJ, MARY A., wife of w. b. Byers,
aged 40 years, 3 months and days.
The funeral, which was largely attended,
took place from St. Paul's Church, Saturday,
December 26th, at O'Clock P. M, and the
remains were laid away in the Masonic Gem
etery.
Mrs. Byers-.lee Taylor-was united IN
marriage with w. ii. Byers at ST. Louis,
November 9th, 1868, and was at her decease
the mother of nine children, five of whom
survive her. She was kind wife and loving
mother-held in high esteem by all who
knew her-and her death is mourned by the
whole community. Her gentle spirit has
winged its flight to that heaven OF eternal
rest where sorrow is unknown and the shades
of evening do not gather. Those OF the fam
lily who survive her sad loss have the condoi'
euce of the whole community, whose mem
bers extend their heartfelt sympathy.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31
AnnaDolis News.

Del. Evans and wife, the Misses May,
Frank Piles and family, Ben FOWL, Rev.
Fred Hunt, wife and mother, Mrs. Forester
and Miss Maggie Brown are among the holl-
day visitors at Annapolis.
murphy" witnessed i fine deer chase
Friday last.
VIM. Bone, Jr, and Dick Victry measured
lances on Christmas Eve, aud, tits said, that
Bone won the victory.
John Sutton, who resides on Richiand
Greek, gave ball Christmas Eve and charg-
ed fifty cents per couple. but when John
gets started to keeping house again he will
no doubt, be wiser man. Some of the boys
got little animated, and, in their hilarity
turned The stove over, broke ataole, looking
glass and clock, and one gentle man amused
himself by shooting holes in the walls and
ceiling.
Irving Hackworth threw q stone at Jessie
McGlathlin Christmas day, and, If Mr.. MEG
had not been pretty good on the dodge, he
might have been badly hurt.
Lucian Hackworth threw a stone and
knocked JAS. White out Of wagon Christ
mas Eve. Annapolis city government is
dead in the shell.
C. 0. Rockwell will leave for Washington
in time to reach that place by January 9Th
Mr.. Rockwell's friends are rejoiced to see
him in the way to prosperity.
j. NJ. Brown and II. G. Rearick have been
doing little prospecting for mineral on the
latter's ground lately.
d. A. johnson received letter from Lem
Copeland requesting him to ask c. o. Rock
we'll what he was going to do about those
mules the old flag pole fell on. Mr.. Rock
we'll sent word to Mr.. Copeland that he wa:
very sorry for the mules and if there wa:
anything be could do to help them he would
do it,
John Reynolds, formerly of this place, dice
at Blum, Mo-, Christmas day, and was bur-
led at Annapolis to-day. Mr.. Reynolds par
ents reside at Roodhouse, Ills, but were
at Blum when their son died and followed
his remains to Annapolis. Two brothers o
the deceased were also here from Illinois
Besides these Mr.. Reynolds leayes a wifi
and child to mourn his loss. A large con-
course of friends attended the funeral. Mr.
Reynolds was universally respected and es
| teemed, and those who knew him best lovet
him dearly. There lived no kinder, gentle
soul than he. In him your correspondent
| lost one of his dearest friends.
| December 2Sth, 1891. MURPHY.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31


Whereas, Franz DiDger and Am
ALA Dinger, his wife, by their deed
of trust, dated the 18th day of July,
1890, and recorded in Deed Book
81 of Iron County Records of Deeds, at
page 446, did convey to Edgar Ross.
trustee, the following described real
estate, situate. lying and being in lren
county, Missouri, to wit:
L The northwest quarter of the north
east quarter of section twenty-six (26).
township thirty-four (34). north, range
three (3) east-containing 43.l6 acres;
also, twenty-siX and 30-1O0ths acres OH
the east end of the north half OF the
northwest quarter of section twenty
six (26), township thirty-four t3),
range three 81 east;
Also, the west half of the northeast
quarter, the north half of the south west
quarter, and the northwest quarter of
section twenty-one. township thirty
two. range four east-cOntalnlng $40
acres;
Also. the southeast quarter dissection
twenty, township thirty-four, range
two east-containing 100 acres;
The undivided one-half of the south
half of the northwest quarter, and the
north half of the southwest quarter OF
section fifteen. in township thlrty-two.
range three DISCRIMINATING l6o acres;
Also, the undivided oRrhalf of the
th half of the southeast quarter OF
section thirty-one, and the south half
of the northwest quarter, and the
southwest quarter of the southeast
quarter of section thirty-two, township
| thirty-three, range four east-contaln-
| ing 200 acres;
Also, the undivided one half of lot
two of the northeast quarter of section
| five, the southwest quarter of the south
| east quarter and lots one and two Of the
southwest quarter Of section elk, the
north half Of lots one and TWO OF the
northwest quarter of sectio2 seven,
| township thirty-two, range four east
containing $50 acres.
| Which said conveyance was made IN
trust to secure the payment of GER
/ tain note therein described, which re-
mUps.uBpaid;
f. ApH whereas, 1t is provided Ia said
deed that if the trustee ther Elm named
shall refuse to act, the acting sheriff
| of Iron County shall act as such trus-
tee; and whereas said Edgar Ross,
| trustee, does refuse to act;
Now therefore, at the request OF the
holder of said note, and in pursuance OF
the terms of said deed of trust, [. the
undersigned sheriff and trustee. will on
Thursday, December 31st, 1891,
at the east front door of the conI thouse.
| i'm the City of Ironton, Iron County. Mis-
souri,. between the hours of 8 O'Clock A.
NJ. and O'Clock P. NJ. of that day, sell at
public vendue the above described real
estate, to the highest bidder for cash, to
satisfy said note and the costs and ex-
penses of this trust.
WALTER III. FISHER.
dec1On23 Sheriff and Trustee.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31
Strength and Health.

If you are not feeling strong and healthy,
try Electric Bitters. II 'La Grippe' has
left you weak and weary, use Electric Bit
tiers. This remedy acts directly on Liver,
Stomach and Kidneys, gently aiding those
organs to perform their functions. II you
are afflicted with Silk Headache. you will
find speedy and permanent relief by taking
Electric Bitters. One trial will convince you
that this is The remedy you need. Large
bottles only 50c at p. r. Crisp'sDrug Store.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31
From DeS Are.
TIRO.

Christmas passed off very quietly. Some
of the good people administered to the poor
by taking them some of their eatables, etc.
Chas. Stevenson and lady spent Christmas
with their parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Barney
BrewIngton.
Clay Clifton and wife spent the Holidays
here with relatives and friends.
Geo. Morris, wife and baby went to Bis
marck sunday.
Jas. Morris spent few days during Christ
mas week at Ironton.
Misses Bessie Morris and Flora Bergman
made short visit to Sabula Christmas day.
Some of our boys took in Piedmont Christ
mas night, and, as No. was very late, they
had happy time getting back home.
Something for sold Times" TO read: On
Christmas day E. w. Graves AMI his two
statesmen, Isaac Stamp and Mr.. Brainard,
concluded to 60 out on q deer hunt, and,
wandering in the woods awhile, they became
separated and Mr.. Stamp had gotten away
about mile, and only had one load with
him and that was in the gun, and, behold,
along came big deer and he blazed away al
him and down he came. 1t was the iirst
deer hunt he ever took and the first deer he
ever saw wild. AIR. Stamp is from the East
and they never hunt deer where he lived
1t was so large he could only get home with
half of it. Can you beat this, old man? Did
YOU kill the first deer your ever saw running
In the woods?
Mr.. E. Myers concluded Christmas day
that he was the best shot in this town, so he
offered to bet any man - that he could kill q
turkey 500 yards by taking rest. or course
it was soon covered and they went out, and
of course, he lost his money. l don't sup.
pose there is a man in Iron county can kill 9
turkey 800 yards two out Of three shots.
December 2Sth, 1891. ISAAC.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31
Notice of Letters.

Notice is hereby given, that Letters
Testamentary on the Estate of James
H. Williams, late of Iron county, de-
ceased, have been granted to the un-
dersigned, J. Il. AXE, by the Judge OF
Probate Court of the County of Iron,
bearing date the 18th day of Deem
Der, 1891.
All persons having claims against said estate are
required TO exhibit them to me for allowance with
in one year after the date said letters. they
may be precluded from any benefit of such estate
and if such claims be not exhibited within two
wears from the time OF the publication of this not
ice, they will be forever barred.
dec24n25 j. Il. AXE, Administrator.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31
Final Settlement.

No &c is hereby g.vel 20 all { e6i ors and
others interested in the ess-:e of Rufus
Alexander, de, e3 ed, that the undersigned
administrator de bons non intends to
make final se:' cement the, eof at the next term
In the Court Rou in Ironron, Iron county,
Mo-, Oh the first Monday i'm February next
same beng the LIST day of February A. D.,
1892. C. D. ALEXANDER,
Administrator de bonis non.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31
Final Settlement.

Notice is hereby given to all creditors and
Others irtere7 ed in the estate of jeremiah
Vaughn, decea sed, that the undersigned fd-
minis q rix OF said es ate ,iuterds TO make f.
nal Sc . ,ement thereot at he mex term OF the
Probate Court of Iron county, to be held at
the courthouse in Ironton, Iron co unity, no.,
on the first Monday in February next-same
being the LIST day OF February, A. D., 1892.
dec3ln26 DELPHIA VAUGHN.
Admn Il rat riy,
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31
Us. B. PRUITT.

Those wishing Rooms Whitened or Pa
pered, Chimneys, or Wells, or Cisterns,
cleaned, Patching or other general cleaning
done, on reasonable terms, apply by postal
card, or in person, to
ANDY COOLEY, Ironton, Mo.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31
A Card of Thanks.

We take this opportunity OF offering our
sincere and heartfelt thanks to the many
friends who have helped and offered help
and sympathy during our sad trial and mis-
fortune. w. FL. BYERS AND Gu t.DREN
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31

If you want any Painting or Paper Hang
ing done, call on T. B. Pruitt. / am ready
at any and all times to give estimates on any
kind of work in my line Of Business. Mail
orders receive prompt attention.
Taos B. PRUITT,
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31

You can get Genuine Cakes Candy at W.
G. Fairchild's.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31
Christmas is Coming.

Now is the time to purchase Cheap Sewing
Machines.
Low Arm Singer, $1S.
High Arm Singer, latest improved, 6 draw
ers, $40.
Household, $27.
White, $50 to $40.
Wheeler & Wilson, $35 to $50.
New Home, $50 to $50.
Domestic, $50 to $50.
HERMAN DAVIS.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31
A Little Girls I crarie nee N Light
House.

Mr.. and Mrs. Loren Prescott are keepers
of the Coy. Lighthouse at Sand Beach,
Mich, and are blessed with daughter, four
years old. Last april she was taken down
with Measles, followed with dreadful
Cough and turning into a Fever. Doctors
at home and at Detroit treated her, but in
vain, she grew worse rapidly, until Sue was
a mere handful of boncs.-Then she tried
DIR. Kings New Discovery and after the use
of two and half bottles was, completely
cured. They say DR.. Kings New Discovery
Is worth its weight in gold. yet you may get
a trial bottle freeiat p. r. Crisp's Drug Store.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1891-12-31
Iron County L. & l.. q.

The Iron County F. Il l.. L. will meet at
Irontor, Mo-, Friday, January Stb, 1892, at
2:30 O'Clock p. NJ. VIM. RUDDOCK,
j. B. HOLLOMAN, President.
Secretary.