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Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1892-05-14

thing as Texas tever-it's only a dodge
the settlers have taken to keep our cattle
ont of the state. But they'll faiI--or my
uame amt Ben RopesI"
lit looks ~ if we war gettin the worst
NV it all round" remarked one of the
cowboys in tone of disgust. Reckon
we'll I've run plumb out nv the state if
things don't change.
Its old Riggsby's fault that we didn't
come out ahead here, said Ropes in a
savage voice. 'But Ill pay him for his
tricks--see If don't. But what puzzles
me is how the settlers got wind of what
we were going to do. They must a
kuowed abont our plans or they wouldn't
been mt the tavern waitin for us when
we made the attack"
That's 40.
We lost two men and got se"e-al
wounded, but we sent one Of them "
grass that we know of.
II reckon we'll do better next time
''lf we don't. then you can turn me
over to the fookiller!" CALCULATED Ropes,
with savage gesture. And I'll get re-
venge on old Riggsby if it takes lie
tiluew
Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1892-05-14
MRS. GRAHAM'S
F.A. CE BLBAC CH

Cures the worst cases of Freekles. Sunburn.
-alowness Motn pat, hes. Pimples and all skin
blemishes Price " 50. Harmless and ef-
fe tive. No sample can be sent Lady Agents
wanted.
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IN the creek till after nlghtfall.

on the creek till after nlghtfall
Twilight was fast deepening into
night when the two reached Fort Scott
and drew up i'll front of the Occidental
hotel.
Mortimer Dill was standing on the
piazza as the buggy came up, and came
hastily forward to greet the two, a smile
upon his sallow face.
"You are late" he said, after bowling
politely to the woman. Il expected you
some hours ago"
1--WE were detained, answered Suggs,
"but Ill not explain here" and hastily
descending from the buggy he assisted
the woman to ahght; then throwing the
lines to a porter, the three entered the
hotel
This way" said Dill. leading the way
into the rather dinghy furnished room
that served as parlor. There was no
one in the room save themselves, and
closing the door behind them Aaron
Suggs said
This is Mr.. Dill, Mrs. Riggsby; Mr..
Dill, Mrs. Riggsby."
Il am happy to meet you. Mrs. Riggs
by" said the lawyer cordially. advanc-
iEg and extending his hand. II hope
you had pleasant journey"
''Yes. but it's long journey from
Ring-Ring" -
"Ringgold. Georgia. finished the law
yer. 1T is long journey. | suppose you
would like your business affairs here
settled up as soon as possibley"
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Il hdif hour later a buggy contairtng the
eril pair entered the MuitarD rad.
"The sooner the better. don't wish
to stay here any longer than necessary
That's right. Mrs. Riggsby and |
think that MIR. Suggs and | botl share
in your desire for dispatch in tie pres
ent business matters"
THAT is right" observed Suggs. with
a low laugh. But Dill"-md then
there was sudden energy in his voice
there's been some important incidents
occurred, and the old scratch may be to
pay yet"
what has happenedy asked the law,
yer in surprised tone.
"l'm afraid our plot has been discov-
cred. and if it is rs think, the jig is up
with us.
What do you mean? Explainr' cried
Dill. rising from his chair in excitement.
"You remember there was boy at the
Travellers RestY'
YES"
His name is Dan Riggsby."
Il understandings on.
HE was II prisoner in this lady's house
when arrived.
THE devil! How did that happeny'
He had been found proving about
the cabin late at night, and he was sus-
pected OF having overheard some plans
that were not calculated for the public
ear"
And they have him safely housed?
mo; he has escapedr'
A savage exclamation escaped the
lawyers lips.
but that is not the worst" went on
Suggs. He overheard a conversation
between this lady and myself, and he
doubtless knows of the business we have
on hand"
"Foolsi Idiotsl" hissed Dill in rage
I'VE are ruined and may as we'll throw
up the sponge"
but the boy will be recaltured."
What Then he has not escaped en-
tirelyr'
"Ho is hiding in the woods along the
creek, and there are twenty men search
ing for him. while watches are kept on
the pr4lrie on each side of the timber to
see that he does not escape"
Then you think he will be recap
tured?' asked Dill. somewhat Modified.
Yes: but it is well for us to be on our
guard. There is no telling what may
turn up"
Then we had better remain passive
till we find out whether or not the boy
las escaped?
THAT il for you to decide-you are
more skilled in such matters than L.
After moments reflection Dill said:
IL hardis know what is best to do.
We might get hold of the five thousand
dollars in the bank and leave the coun-
| try before we could be detected but u
little undue haste might excite sus-
picion and ruin the whole business.
That's fact"
I'VE will hold the matter under con-
sideration till morning and then decide
upon some plan of action.
That will do. for nothing can be done
tonight. Did you get a room for an
officer
"Yes. and the furniture is being put
In it now. have called on some of the
sttorneys here and declared our. inten-
lions of opening law Office here"
$50 ! am to become a lawyer, am Ig''
aueried Suggs. with u low laugh.
Yes; have ordered sign-'Dill and
Huggs. Attorneys at Law You see,
am known here among some of the at
torneys. and have given out the inn
preston that have come here to locate
permanently. That will give us better
chance to do our work without exciting
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suspicion.
That is good ehuckled Suggs.
Now let's have something to eat; I'm
hungry as a tram. and we'll discuss
these subjects later IN.
A short tine afte supper Meg Frone
retired to her room, but it was after
eleven o'clock befor the two men sought
repose.
ITO BE C.NTINUED.l
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INDIANA RANGE co.
EVANSVILLE, IND.
SHILOH'S
CON SU M PTIO N
CURE.

Tia success OF this Great Cough Cure Is
without parallel in the history Of medicine.
All druggists are authorized to sell 1t on pos
itive guarantee, a test that no other cure can
successfully stand. That 1t may become
pense, are placing Sample Bottle Free into
every home in the United States and Canada.
Ifyou have Cough, Sore Throat, or Bron-
chijs, use It, for 1t will cure you. II your
child has the Group, or Whooping Cough, use
II promptly. and relief Is sure. II you dread
that insidious disease Consumption, use 1t.
ASK your Druggist for SHILOH'S CURE,
Price 10 cts. so cts. and 81 90. Ifyour Lungs
are sore or Back lame use Shiloh's Porous
Plaster, Price rs cts. For sale by all Drug.
lists and Dealers.
The morning call., 1892-07-24
I'LL CUT MY THROAT"
LuDatio Gathers "A Crowd to See Him
AttemDt SuIcida

A IuDRtio Gathers "A Crowd to See Him
Attempt Suicide.
Come out here and see me cut my throat.
Pm going TO die, and | want you to be
there" These words were uttered at u 80
o'clock this morning, In saloon at the
corner of Sixth aud Bryant streets. by
wild-eyed young man named George Miller.
The barkeeper and the patrons of the place
were astonlshed They looked with dazed
eyes at the young man, who had large
pruuing-Enife in his hand, but before they
could accept or decline his invitation he had
disappeared.
A few minutes later he entered another
saloon In the neighbOrhoOd.
Everybody come out and sec me cut my
throat" he yelled, and dashed through the
doorway.
Some young men and women were sitting
on a stoOp near the entrance to the saloon,
and Miller, with the crooked knife IN his
hand, faced them and began TO slash At his
throat The women shTieked aud Officer
Thompson hearing their cries rushed 10 the
spot and laid violent hands upon the would
be suicide.
TO be permitted to finish the work.he had
begun on his bleeding throat He was
taken to the Receiving Hospital, where he
told DIR. Simpson that he had tried TO cut
his throat and had failed. He told the sur
geon that his name was Frank Jones, that
he was a labOrer and that he lived at 74e
Howard street.
The gashes were sewed up by the doctor
and he was sent 10 the Home for Inebriates
BE will be taken before the Insanity Com
missioners tomorrow. His mother COM
mitted suicide six months ago by taking
strychnine. Miller has been employed in q
machine-shop.
The morning call., 1892-07-24
A CHURCH ON WHEELS.
Arrival of the Baptist Missionary Car


Arrival of the Baptist Missionary Car
Evangel.
The Baptist missionary car "Evangel," !"
better known as the Church on Wheels" :"
arrived in this city on the ESQ o'clock
boat from Oakland last evening. E. G.
Wheeler and Mrs. Wheeler OF Portland,
who are conducting gospel meetings in the
car aud doing the missionary work, were
on board.
The object of the work is to establish as
many Baptist churches aud make as many
converts TO the order as possible through
out the country.
A large number of Bibles and religious
literature are carried along and distributed
gratuitOusly among the people. These
Bibles are printed in six languages, includ-
ing German, Danish, Italian, French and
Norwegian. although the most called for
are those In the English language.
Mr.. Wheeler, who Is a pleasant CONVEX
sationast, gave the following account of
the trip:
1--WE have made over 500 converts duriag
our travels and distributed over 5000 Bibles
and other literature among those that at
tended our meetings during the past four
months. AT every town we reach we hold
religious meetings, and they are, as rule,
well attended. We also try to establish,
when possible. church, which we thor
Ougly organize and furnish with pastor.
In this way we have established throughout
Sunday-schoOls and one mission. Only
three churches have so far been organized
in California. one of which is at Pinole.
another in CTothers, and still another in
HahfOrd.
I'VE have been well received everywhere,
and on our southern trip. from which we
have just returned, have made over 20 con-
yerts 10 the sect, which exceeded our most
sanguine expectations"
Mr.. Wheeler then showed the reporter
through the interior OF the car. II is 60
feet long bv 10 feet IN width. In one end is
small but comfortably furnished sleeping
apartment with four sleeping hunks, ad-
joining which is kitchen, pantry and
lavatoTy for the travellers use while en-
route.
The Gospel Hail" is 40 feet in length
and comfortably seats 100 people. The
furnishings are plain but comfortable. The
seats are Of perforated wood, aeeommodat-
Ing three people apiece. At one end of the
hall Is small pulpit and handsome solid
brass lecteTn. which latter was presen ted
by Mr.. aud Mrs. Littleheld Of New York
A sweet-tOned organ stands near the pulpit
and furnishes the music At the meetings
The 'church on wheels" Will be side
tracked near the depot at Fourth and
Townsend streets this evening, where a
gospel service will be held at s p. NJ
This morning Mr.. Wheeler will preach at
the First Baptist Church on Eddy and
Leayenworth streets.
The morning call., 1892-07-24

The barge was towed along by 20 boats.
Forty-two oars, each pulled by four picked
earsmen, helped to prOpel the craft. Its
gilded keel glided through the channel of
the Ledo steered by the high admiral A
motley fotilla OF thousands of gondolas
carrying the entire population Of Venice
followed in the wake. AS the glittering
barge entered the Adriatic, guns thun-
dered a salyo from adjoining forts, bells
ehimed in the towers and the multitudes
stood up with uncovered heads. Then
ring OF gold set with onyx was blessed.
The patriarch gave the ring TO the doge,
who cast 1t into the sea with the words,
''Ses, we esponse thea IN sign Of true and
everlasting dominion" The ieweed barge
swung around, the populace waited with
uncovered heads as 1t passe d, and the water
pageant returned in the same order. A
grand banquet and ball at the ducal palace
closed the days festivities
The most famous barge used in this
gorgeous pageant was the Bucentsur. IL
was covered with gold. studded with jewels,
and hung with brilliant tapestry. The
Bucentaur Is now regarded as one Of the
most interesting speciments Of medieval
architecture. The original Bucentaur was
burned by Napoleon | for the gold that
covered her hull. Before this act OF vandal-
lam she was floating palace. The barge
was 81 meters long and meters wide
Lieutenant Baker. in charge Of the marine
section of the transportation department,
has arranged to reproduce an exact model
Of the famous barge at the Worlds Fair
The model win be greatly reduced, but
will show accurately the proportions of the
historic barge, famous in naval architec-
ture.
The morning call., 1892-07-24
COND ENSED TELEGRAMS

Benjamin IDgham was killed yesterday by
an explosion in the American powder-mills
al Acton, Mass.
Mrs. Antonio Navarro MARY Anderson
declares untrue the report that she Intended
to return to the stage.
The British Government is planning for a
loan TO Newfoundland for the relief OF suf-
terors by the s.. Johns fire.
bill granting amnesty to all political ex-
lies has passed its third reading in the Bra
lillian Chamber of Deputies
Heinrich's Brewery, the largest In Wash
ington, was entirely destroyed by fire yes
terday morning. Loss, $685.
Peter Flnemer, a confidential clerk In the
bank OF Ulrich & Crocker at Mount Glenn
mems. Mich, is defaulter in the sum OF
$4,000.
Peter Young, a Washington grocer. was
murdered last night by an unknown person
and robbed Of his days receipts. His skull
was crushed with club.
Jacob Scott aud wife, of Denver, were
fatally chopped with hatchet early yester-
day morning, it is supposed by Peter Hee-
nan of Los Angeles, the former husband OF
the woman.
The morning call., 1892-07-24

and dozen other streets in Oakland and
sold or leased it to other persons or cor
porations.
The Oakland Water Front Company got
the most of it.
That company is going on leasing good
deal and selling a little. with string TO it.
now and then.
And the lands referred to are right in the
pubic streets.
Suppose-it we could suppose it-that a
man or a company should fence up few
acres in Market street, San Francisco. in
1892 and sell them or lease them TO some
body.
at couldn't be DONE" you say.
But the same thing has been done-in
Oakland,
Because it was done q good many years
ago does not make 1t sound any better.
1t was done.
Oakland is a proud town.
Her people thlnk-with proper pride
that there is no other such town in the
world.
An Oaklander was dying in Europe, so
goes tie story.
He was asked II he knew that he was
about TO go to paradise. His reply was:
Yes but would rather go TO oakland"
The story is rather strong. but it shows
that Oaklanders have strong affection for
Oakland, for which no one can blame them,
considering the beauty of the city and its
great advantages as place for suburban
residences.
Just now Oakland is very much worked
up over the waterfront matter.
So strong is public opinion on the subject
that the question of politics is sunk out OF
sight. and coed man of any party who
strongly upholds the rights of the people
can depend upon an election to public Of
fee.
There are two names prominently men,
toned for the Mayoralty.
George {. Pardee and NJ. J. Keller.
DR.. Pardee's friends say he would be sure
of election if the nomination was offered
him.
He has led the opposition to the railroad
In the City Council
On the waterfront question his utter
ances have always had the true ring.
The only thing that can be said against
him Is that he cures the sore eyes off the
employees Of the railroad.
1t would be good sight for sore eyes to
see as honest man IN the Mavor's chair.
Among large number Of prominent cit
liens Of Oakland interviewed by a CALL
reporter at different timpG during the past
two weeks not one has mentioned Pardee's
name without adding some expression of
praise.
There are, from present appearances.
five men In the City Council and six things
Pardee is one of the men.
NJ. }. Keller is also spoken of in a very
friendly manner
If nominated he would probably be
elected.
There is jast one thing that now OBJ
scures Mr.. KelIer's chances for the office.
He is president of the Oakland Board OF
Trade
There Is a strong suspicion that the
Board Of Trade has been giving ear to the
railroad.
What will come Of 1t cannot be de-
termined.
Until It's known what the board intends
The morning call., 1892-07-24
WI! n! Cline
Wholesale and Retail Grocer.
A LA0Y'S OPINION OF THE POLICY
......oF A......
A LAOY'S OPINION OF THE POLICY
Leading Establishment.

We overheard a conversation which
does us good to repeat. Two ladies,
meeting and cOnversing in front of our
store, were heard to say: " This stOre,''
pointing to our establishment, "does
more good to the people OF this com.
munity than any institution in it. You
can always buy groceries here cheaper
than anywhere in the Union. 1 ALWAYS
patrOnize them, for l believe they act
as check Oh the other stOrekeepers.
Imagine the way prices would go up if
some enterpriSing store did not do bat
tie for the people and keep the prices
down to the proper level" We felt,
while listening to the wisdom Of this
lady, like going up and bowling our
thanks. 1t makes us feel proud to hear
the recognition of merit. We felt as
when we were boys, after accomplish
ing a good days work, our employers
patted us on the back and said "WelI
DONE" 1t took the tire out Of our
limbs, and we Strengthened up and felt
rewarded. The public realize we are
doing them good. We bring prices
down to their proper level.
The morning call., 1892-07-24

to do in the matter of the water front, the
Oakland public will SUSPEND Judgment as 10
the availability OF Mr.. Keller for Mayor.
He talks very fairly, though.
1t is true" lie said Yesterday to a CALL
reporter. that the Water Front Company
has made oyertures to u.s."
w hat is their nature?" was asked.
II am not at liberty to tell you"
docs the Board of Trade favor the rail-
road or the people?"
lit is unanimously loyal to the people.
You can depend on that"
What is the railroad side doing in the
matter?" "'
"Weil, l really don't know. You sea a
committee of the Board OF Trade is TO make
a report to the directors of the board on
form OF communication to be sent to the
water company. AS to the nature Of that
communication / cannot say. But what we
want is to have the Water Front COMPANY
declare Itself. We are willing to let the re.
suit depend on the justice or the popularity
of what Ii has TO Offer"
"Ihen you are not willing to make any
compromise?"
mo indeed. Our policy Is to so arrange
Eaters as TO have them satisfactory to the
people"
III the Board of Trade should conclude
to send out petitions to be signed by its
members. asking the City Council TO grant
The morning call., 1892-07-24
TaUIOI's Lease.

c. Is. Taylor wants TO get rid OF his lease
from the Waterfront Company. Tnis is
the land the possession of which he recently
disputed with V. L. Fortin, and to the oc-
cupancy Of which the courts decided lie had
no right.
He offers to sell II free from conditions or
restrictions, which are the terms upon
which he took his alleged lease. The lease
forbids him to make any d spositfon of the
land not agreeable to the Waterfront Com
pany, but he states that he has contract of
sale which is unincumbered by conditions
and which says at the close that the sale
shall be unconditional. He further states
that he was in conference with T. G. Steele.
one of the directors of the San Francisco
and Salt Lake Railroad, with Hinckley,
Spiers 4 Hayes and with the Humboldt
Lumber Company to sell the lease, but that
all these have been declared off.
The morning call., 1892-07-24
PERSONAL NOTES.

J. b. Wright Of Sacramento Is a guest Of
the Palace.
DR.. Young and wife, OF Stockton, are at
the Grand.
d. S. Anderson of San Diego is stopping
at the Grand.
Scipio Craig of the Redlands Citrograph is
at the Palace.
NJ. S. Sayre, District Attorney of Lake
County, is at the Lick.
s. c. Hubbell. Los Angeles banker, is
registered at the Palace
Charles Howard Shinn is at the Call.
fornia. He is accompanied by his wife.
x-Lieutenaut-Governo johnson. now a
resident OF Napa. is at the Grand. He Is
accompanied by his wife.
The morning call., 1892-07-24
TURF EVEN rs.
Results Of Yesterdays Races on the Princi-
pal Eastern Tracks.

pal Eastern Tracks.
CHICAGO, July 23.-The Wheeler hand-
cap WAS the chief event at Washington Park
to-day, Van Buren making the fastest time
Of the year at mile and a quarter, going it
Ia 2:06 The summaries are:
Five furlongs. Falstaff won. Lady Jane
colt second, Johnetta third. Time, 2:02h.
Six furIongs, German won, Bernado sec
end. Miss Dixie third. Time, 1:14A.
Wheeler handicap, three-year- and up
ward, one mile and a quarter, Van Buren,
won, Joe Blackburn second, Ethel third.
Time. 2:06.
Que mile, Bonnie Bird won. Joe Carter
secoud, Reveal third. Time, Al.
One and a sixteenth miles. Mary Sue won.
Come-to- Taw second, Rainier third. Time,
1:47A.
Que and sixteenth miles, Hume won,
Notus second, Prince FOrtuuatus third
Time, :47A.
At PIftsburg.
PITTsBURG. July 23.-To-day was the
closing day of the Homewood Park races.
The betting was the heaviest ever known
in this city in one day, ..ne pools aggregat-
ing $4,000. The rack was good ana the
winners wsrei
@@rfo tfot, King Prince won, Judge Fisher
SECOND. the others ruled out or distanced.
best time, 2:24A. E,.
2:l9 pace. Subscriber won, Tommy Elva
second, Medium third, Reflection iourtn'
Best time, 2:17R. ,,.
2;23 trot, Ampoy won In three straight
The morning call., 1892-07-24

the Harrison street franchise to Davie. it
will then show that it Is working for the
people.
At present there Is lurking suspicion
that the board is holding out for halfway
measures.
1t is said that it wants to please the rail-
road and also please the people
Itcannot serve both those masters at once
IL Is either for the people or against them.
IL is TO be hoped that its actions will prove
IL to be on the right side.
Huntington Is giving the waterfront oues-
tion his close attention.
He sees that the time has come when the
people will no longer let him perpetuate the
Carpenter fraud.
He IS very anxious, but he preserves a
bold front.
He will cling to that ribbon of land along
the harbor shore until il is wrested from
Kim by law.
1t Is likely to be long fight
The morning call., 1892-07-24
A Desperate HoodIum.

John McCarty. typical hoodlum, is In
durance vile in the Southern station, with a
double charge of malicious mischief and
battery against him. While intoxicated
last night McCarty smashed window in
Conway's saloon on Market street. because
the bartender refused to give him more
liquor. he was arrested by Officer Thomp-
son, and while on the way to the station in
the patrol wagon made a desperate on
s!aught on the policemen, who were Obliged
to handcuff him, after q hard struggle
The morning call., 1892-07-24
QUIVERING MEAANESS.
Cunning Tricks Of the Willy
Carpenter.
THAT RIBBON OF TIDE LAND.
lie and His Successors Sell Portions Of
City Streets.
PARDEE HIS PLEASED THE PEOPLE.
NJ. ]. Keller Is an Aspirant for Mayor.
He Tells How the Board Of
Trade Stands.

The cool proceeding OF the sale OF public
land in a city street by a private corpora
tion to another corporation or individual
has been witnessed many times in Oakland.
Corporate greed could go no further than
that.
'An sbysm of quivering meanness" is
what Rudyard KDling would call it.
Ii is fully as bad as that. IL not worse.
Under the Carpenter little" the Oakland
Water Front Company has acquired and
disposed of land in public streets in that
way.
Carpenters title to the Oakland water
front was as good as bis title TO the valleys
on the moon, in which he doubtless now
claims several townships.
But it was no better.
He took land In Market, Brush, Castro.
Grove. Jefferson, Clay. Washington. Broad
way, Franklin, Webster, Harrison, Jackson
The morning call., 1892-07-24
Foil From y scaffo,d.

Frank Meade and William BulIng two
carpenters, were engaged IN building a
house on Jersey street. near Diamond. yes
terday afternoon. when they fell from the
scaffolding to tho ground, distance of 30
feet. Both men sustained severe internal
injuries and Bulinger had both wrists
broken by the fall. The injured men were
removed to their home at 1890 Howard street
I'm the patrol wagon.