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The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1894-03-03
MUSIC HATH CHARMS.
But Even the Bears of the Forest Know
When They Have Enough.

But Even the 'SearS OF the Forest Know
When They Have Enough.
A nice, trim-looking young dude on
western train was growing because
brakeman persisted in whistling ''After
the Ball" when a long, gangling old
hunter with Irvine whiskers, reached
over and touched him on the shoulder.
Say, young; fcller," he said warn
ingly, "let up ON that That chune's all
all right"
''Do you like it?" asked the dude
"Well, have great deal NV respeck
fer it, an won't hear it abused with
out maxim kick. 1t saved my life
not long ago, young feller."
The young man opened his eyes wide.
''No?" he exclaimed, "How?'
81 kin tell you purity quick, an eff
you don't appollergize to the brake
man, me an yota'll have settlement.
Bout month ago." he went on, hang
ing his chin over the car seat, II wuz
huntin' in the Rockies an one day l
wuz half dozin' under a saplin' when 1
heerd the bresh crackin 'cross't the
open, an by gum, two bars come
through on the jump not a hundred
feet frum me. wuz tuck so suddint
that it skeered me outen my senses an
the fust thing knowed was shinnin'
up that saplin', leaving my gun on the
ground. 1t wus too late to go back
then, and by the time reich the fust
limb, them bars wuz scratchin' the
bark at the roots. 1t wuz too little
fer 'em ter climb though, an I wuz
safe. But think on it! Thar wuz
ten miles from human yer, an /
might hollered holes in new pair
| NV lungs without bein' heerd, an both
bars wuz settin' down below on ther
lunches, lookin' ez eff they wuz willin'
to wait week er two eff it 'ud be any
accommodation an my gun wuz layin
betwixt 'em. ez harmless ez baby.
Derned ef j knowed what to do an
after waitin' an hour er two fer sum
pin to happen, jest begun ter whistle
fer company, bein' fond NV music. l
hadn't more'n got started when the
bars kinder cockeu up ther ye'rs an
begun to listen. Then they snapped
the air time er two an began to walk
round nervous like an jist kept on a
whistlin' Aftera hit, SEEM they liked
it, ez thought, l concluded I'd gi. on
the right side NV 'em by singin' verse
er two, so let myself out an jist ez !
struck in on them familiar lines; AZ
ter the ball is over, after the break OF
MORN dern my s'sin ef both them
bars didn't turn tail an 60 down the
mounting through the bresh ez Of the
old Harry himself. wuz on ther trail,
an clirn down in hurry, gcthered
my gnp an went after 'em. Bout q
quarter of u mile below found 'em
both dead, ut the bottom NV cliff q
hundred feet high, an l had bar meal
to give away. ! reckon they must d
committed suicide, fer KEEP on singin
tell found 'ein and"
rrhat's enough" interrupted ths
Iyoung man. 'I'll apologize" and tn.
man with twine whiskers took III,
chin of the back of the seat and col
lapsed into the corner perfectly salts
tied. Detroit Free Press
II little Rock took IT'S na,us. from /
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1894-03-03
A Plous wish.

Ruppert. the barber, had been sem
fenced TO death for inuyder at the in
stance of the public prosecutor. When
asked on the day before his execution
II he had any particular wish. the
culprit replied: "Oh, yes! should like
To shave the public prosecutor!'-un.
sere Gescllychaft.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1894-03-03
Unn.turAl ana Improb.pl..

''That ciock," said the man who was
looking through the senate chamber.
don't call out the hour no way. does
it?'
NO" replied the guide.
Whose property is IT.?
why II belongs To the uploh."
'T'o which,
''1'o the union"
IAN don't strike? No stree Ye can't
fool rue. .'-Washingtop Star.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1894-03-03
THE MORNING STAR"
BY EDEN PHILLrorTs.

.1ENI as won't be
ruled by the
ruddcr must be
ruled by the
ro C k, j o h n
Bates. "ris an
old Cornish say
ing, an as true
as old. Froward
the lad is--fro-
ward he'll be.
Love childern's
all the same,
I'm Think n g.
Dicks got wild,
laMleSS blood in
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1894-03-03

--English lsborsrs Of all kinds ars
now paid over twice " ,auch " the,
wevc century ago.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1894-03-03

Statistics Of lnost countries seem to
show thst consanguineous marriages
increase the number Of INSANE, deaf.
dumb and blind ehil<lrsu.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1894-03-03

handsome, with face typically SOUTH
ern. What particular quality of his
that drew her toward him, Miss Bragg
herself could not say-but she was con-
scious of liking him. Their walks, as
has been said, were frequent, and their
talks, while confidential, had never
touched upon matrimonial topics.
He reserved the mention of this sub
iect for the letter that has been re-
ferred to- Miss Bragg was bit dis
appointed at having so important a
question treated after the manner of a
business negotiation. 1t seemed lit
tie coward!j- to write. Her reply was
Enthusiastically worded. To few
men in the world it would have meant
mo-" but to the generality of men
''yes"--a woman's yes.
| A call the next day would have ac-
corded with Miss Bragg's idea of what
the behavior of young man In New
mann's place should have been, but he
did not call the next day, the next
week. the next month or the next year.
Indeed. three whole years passed and
he neither wrote or spoke to her upon
the subject After short time she rs-
pcnted OF having replied as she had
done. Her letter now seemed so hasty.
SO ill-considered. II she had waited u
month To reply it would have been dif-
ferent, she felt Still she could not
understand Newmann's conduct. and II
WAS far from her TO ask him for an ex'
planation.
| Mis- Bragg dressed with great care,
and calmly self possessed. she sat
swaiting for Ne wmsnn. She read his
last Two letters again, but tn. rcperusaA
Of TEN left her puzzled still troip
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1894-03-03

Little Rock took its name from Z
bowlder OH the shore. 1t was said TO
be the first bit VI stone seen by the
sarly voysgcrx Oh their way from the
mouth Of the river TO that point and 80
they nnaicd the trading station Little
Rock
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13
Holiday Announcement.

We desire to call your attention
to our most beautiful collection of
Novelties in Gold and Sterling
Silver, suitable for Holiday and
Birthday Presents. Our stock is
beyond doubt the best selected and
most magnificent in the city. In
tending purchasers will surely find
it to their advantage to give US a
call. As all the goods we carry
are of the highest standard of OK
cellence and of the most exclusive
character, our prices are the low
est.
We extend to our friends and
customers of Rocky Ford and vi
cinity q cordial invitation to visit
our store and make it their head
quarters while in the city. Our
optical department is the only one
in Pueblo and we are fully equipped
to fit the most difficult cases OF de-
fective eyesight at a nominal cost.
The RUsHMER JEwELRY Co.,
Jewellers and Silversmiths,
Main and Third SITS Pueblo, Colo.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13

j. P. Blaize, an extensive real estate
dealer in Des Moines, Iowa, narrowly es-
capped one OF the severest attacks Of pneu.
monia while in the northern part of that
state during recent blizzard. says the
Saturday Review. Mr. Blaize had occa-
sion to drive several miles during the
storm and was so thoroughly chilled that
he was unable to get warm, and inside Of
an hour after his return he was threat
ened with a severe case Of pneumonia or
lung fever. Mr.. Blaize cent to the near
est drug store and got a bottle OF Cham
berlain's Cough Remedy, Of which he
had often heard, and took a number Of
large doses. He says the effect was wop-
derful and in short time he was breath
ing quite easily. He kept on taking the
medicine and the next day was able to
come to Des Moines. Mr.. Blaise regards
his cure as simply wonderful. For sale
by Fenton & Co. and Kearby. druggists.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13
TRUsTEE's SALE.

TRUSTEES SALE.
Whereas, y. Jacob W. Baker. Ea,.-.,, Of tho The.
Iearsd Hs pse g. s S book e.
$50. of the records Of the county Of ote.o. did
state of Colorado tO-wit:
The southwest quarter of section thirteen.
In township twenty y-fOur south, range fifty
seven west Of the sixth p. M. containing leo
acres according to government survey toyeth-
the capital stock OF the Rocky Ford Canal,
Reservoir. Land, Loan and Trust company,
notes for the total sum Of s250,OO together
with interest thereon from date according to
their tenor. and payable TO the order OF the
Bent tero Improvement company. one and
Whereas. it is provided in and by said deed
principal notes, or Of the interest thereon. or
any part thereof. Mt the time the same shall
become due and payable. then all of said
notes with interest up to the date OF sale, ut
the election of the legal holder thereof shall
quest said trustee shall advertise and sell tho
And whereas, default has been made in the
payment of the said notes, and each OF them,
and Of the interest thereon. and such default
still continues. all of said notes have been de-
clared due and payable by the legal holder
Now therefore. at the request OF the legal
Scott as trurtee aforesaid. Will on Saturday the
29th day OF December. 1S9t mt the cast door of
county u Bent. state of Colorado. sell to the
highest bidder for cash all the described
premises and all right, title and benefit and
equity of redemption of the said Jncob w,
Baker, mis- heirs and assigns therein. for the
purpose of paying the said notes and all inter-
est thereon, und all moneys advanced to pay
water assessments and taxes. as by terms
of trust doed 1 am fully authorized and en-
powered to do
trust deed dated Dec. 26. 1891, to Thoe. 8. Hay
den. trustee. to secure payment OF one note
for 81 600 due thrcG ycArr after date.
Y. g. SCOTT Trustee.
Dated Las Animas. Colo. Nov. 70. 1894.
First publication Nov. %. 1884, Last publica
tion Dec, y 1884, 4
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13
WHEN THE
KICKS COME IN

Is not the title of a new song, nor
does it refer to the backward ac-
tion of that much maligned animal,
the mule.
It is phrase used by the inhabi-
tants of Oklahoma to designate the
approaching opening Of the fruitful
acres OF the Kickapoo Indianreser-
walton.
If you wish to find out all about
Kickapoo lands, as well as those
belonging to the Wichita and Bonn
anche tribes-where cotton, wheat
and fruits will pay handsomely
ask j. P. Hall, Colo. Pass Agt.
Santa Fe Route, Denver
free
copy
Of
Oklahoma
folder.
21-3O
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13

B. B. Smith and 8. X. Miller
spent Sunday in Pueblo.
Jas w. Rice has recently re-
turned from visit to his old home,
Girard, Ill.
Lee Bird, Of Tecumseh, Neb.,
is visiting Rocky Ford where he has
business interests.
Hon. w. N. Randall and wife
were in Rocky Ford Saturday, the
guests of Miss Page.
Judge Voorhees, was among
the stockholders of the High Line
canal who were present at the
meeting on Monday.
Last Saturday evening sur
prise birthday party was given
Mis- Mao Kingery. The company
present to wish her many happy
returns of the day was large and a
good time was had, which was
made more enjoyable by the SER
wing of refreshments.
Frank Bingham left for Chi
cago last Thursday and will bring
home Mrs. Bingham and the chill
dren who accompanied Miss Bertha
Bingham to the western metropo-
lis three weeks since. Miss Bing-
ham will spend the winter in Chi
cago continuing her musical stud
les.
j. G. Fox, of Rocky Ford and
Iowa, and A. F. Thompson of La
Junta, were much interested in
the Salvation army celebration at
Denver few days since-so Hor-
ace Dye informs US, and he was
on the ground and speaks whereof
he knows. If Messrs. Fox and
Thompson should become active
and valiant soldiers in the Saliva
ton army they would do a most
act.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13

-IueSday last the hOcky COru
Mercantile Co, and Geo. Ham
mond shipped two cars of hogs to
Denver.
Your Holiday purchases are
apt to be incomplete unless
they include some of the nice
gifts now on sale at DIR. Fenton's
drugstore.
AT the New York Store may
be found one of the best assort-
ments of dry goods to be seen in
Rocky Ford. Your visits are re-
quested, whether you wish to buy
or not.
q. F. Ross, of Kansas City,
representing Reeves & Co.'S alfal-
ia hullers, has been in Rocky
Ford for number of days, making
it headquarters for the transac-
ton of large amount of business
which the company has in Otero
county.
"A new invoice of wall paper
has Just been received at DR.. E.
w. Kearby's. The assortments of
patterns are of the latest styles,
in large quantities and very cheap.
Call, see and purchase.
The regular meetings of the
Woodmen are held on the first and
third Mondays in each month.
Monday evening next is regular
meeting and all members should
be present as matters will be con-
sidered in which all are interested.
Let there be full attendance,
Before buying Holiday goods
sec what DR.. Fenton has to offer.
He has just received a large
stock.
An invitation is extended to
every reader of the ENTERPRISE to
visit the New York Store in old
post office. They have goods that
you need and at prices that will
suit you.
AT DR.. w. E Fenton's will
be found an attractive assortment
of Holiday goods. You will find
something there to please you.
Give the new store-the New
York store in the old post office
a call. You will find good assort-
ments of merchandise and be GER
tain of attentive and courteous
treatment.
= The Rocky Ford mill is hay
ing a very large trade on buck
wheat flour. Being one Of the
few mills making such fionr, and
furnishing a pure article, the de-
mand exceeds the supply, or, at
least, the mill is behind with
orders. One of the recent orders
received was from Bona Hensel,
Espanola, New Mexico, who knows
what good buckwheat flour is and
sends to headquarters for it. Mr..
Gracey is thinking of contracting
for the growth Of 16O acres of
buckwheat next year for the ex-
elusive use of the Rocky Ford
Mill.
j. H. Koontz & Son, of st.
Joe, Mo-, arrived short time
since with lot of fine horses,
having leased the fair grounds and
stables until the fair. Koontz &
Son are skillful horse trainers and
will render good service to all who
entrust horses to their care.
In answer to query in the
ENTERPRISE two weeks ago we
will say that the highest portion
of q wagon tire always moves
faster than the point nearest the
ground. As a wagon moves along
the street all parts of the tire seem
to move at the same speed, but if
such were really the case the
wagon would make no forward mo-
tior nh ofouor
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13
Wanted at Once.

Every body to know that I am
prepared to quote prices on all
kinds of Nursery Stock, Small
Fruit, Grape Vines, Shade and
Ornamental Trees Evergreens, etc.
Will make a speciality of planting
and caring for orchards for nom
residents. Prices reasonable. A
share of your patronage is solicit
ed. See me before placing your
order. Address me at Catlin,
Colo, after Nov. 18th, '94.
w. r. GIBSON, Emporia, Kas.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13

-Postmasters would do news
papers, publishers and some news
paper readers a good turn if they
would inquire when man refuses
to take his paper from the Office
whether he has paid up all arrears
and ordered it discontinued. If
he has not done SO, the postmaster
should explain that the law would
compel him to pay for the paper,
whether he takes it from the office
OF not, and the only way he has of
stopping it is to pay what he owes
the publisher.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13
At la ;Junta last '

. AT La Junta last week we
visited Jas. McNeen's seed ware
house and saw alfalfa cleaning be-
ing done by water motor. Three
fan mills were arranged for the
first, second and third clesnings.
One man attended to all three and
when the seed came from the fin
ishing mill it was in shape to
please the most e1acting pur-
chaser.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13

When on visit to Iowa Mr.. X. Dal-
ton, Of Luray, Rlssell county, Kansas,
called at the labratory OF Chamberlain &
Co., Des Moines, to show them his six
year-old boy, whose life had been saved
by Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, it hav-
ing cured him of a very severe attack OF
Group. Mr.. Dalton is certain that it
saved his boys life and is enthusiastic in
his praise of the remedy. For sale by
Fenton & Co. and Kearby, druggists.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13
Must Pay Up.

All parties owing Gerbing &
Son are hereby notified that their
accounts must be paid by Dec. 1st.
All accounts not settled by Dec.
10th will be placed in the hands of
an officer for collection.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13
Notice to stockholders.

Notice is hereby given that 9
meeting Of the Stockholders OF
The Catlin Consolidated Canal Co..
will be held at Catlin, Colo, at the
office of the Secretary, on Monday,
January the 7th, 1895, at 2 P: M,
for the purpose Of electing direc-
tors for the ensuing year.
1881 J. N. beatty, Sec.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13
News from the Churches.

Next Sunday. 8. p. M. Hotel Hall,
Mr.. Taylor will give up his Unitarian
platform to services by the Rev. J. B.
Wilson, of Longmont, Colo, who will dis.
course on the Seventh Day Adventist
doctrine. The Adventists are ardent
bible students and very liberal interpre-
ters of the bible. Everybody welcome.
Christian Endeavor meeting Sunday,
p. m. Subject, Different ways Of re.
iectine Christ" Mark. 15: 6;14 Heb. 4
to 6. Addison Kellogg, leader.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13
DR.. Milton who has recon

DIR. Milton who has recently
done 80 much fine and satisfactory
work for our people, will again be
at the Swink Hotel next Thursday,
the 18th, and remain three days.
Persons wanting business with
him should make early engage
ments.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13

MONEY to loan on good realcs.
tate security on reasonable terms.
Call on or address G. G. Ament
& Co., Rocky Ford Colo.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13

r. M. Thomas writes us to
change the address of his ENTER
PRISE from Acquas Calientes, Mex
leo, to San Luis Potosi, Mexico.
The letter sheet used bears the
following formidable heading:
"Compania Limitada Del Ferro-
carril Central Mexicano."
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13
New Dressmaking Rooms.

Miss Agnes Hunter, of La Jun
ia, will next week open Dressmak-
ing Rooms in Miss Pages apart
ments, over Cheney's store. The
best of work at fair prices. The
patronage Of the ladies solicited.
26-29.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13
STTTT, TT MOVES.

The advancement in the healing art
causes by the discovery OF Compound Ok
ygen and by its uses, though opposed by
many physicians whose chronic, and
therefore, renumerative patients are cur
ed by it, can no longer be denied. In
spite of these gentry, "the world does
move" and we have on our records the
names Of over one thousand physicians
who have either taken the remedy them
selves or who have used it in their prac-
tice.
Asthma, bronchitis, catarrh, consnmp-
ton, dyspepsia, neuralgia, nervous pros
tration, rheumatism, are diseases which
the doctors call chronic, meaning that
they continue for long time, often dur
ing the life of the patient; but these as
we'll as acute diseases, have been cured
In numerous cases and are still cured by
the inhalation of our Compound Oxygen.
This remedy has been in use for nearly
quarter OF a century. Its merits are
known. We can furnish abundant ana
irrefutable evidence to its wonderful ef-
ficiency in the cure of disease and debil-
tn, and we gladly do SO. Write ms and
We will send you, free Of charge, our
book Of two hundred pages, with his
tory Of Compound Oxygen, and numer-
sous testimonials and records OF surpr1s-
pg cures
We have both home and office treat
ent. The former is sent out by express,
eops, nsed at home; IT, }attes:js. admin min
treatment does not leave behind any of
the evil effects which too often follow the
use OF drugs.
Drs. Starkey & Palen,
1879 Arch st., Philadelphia, Pa.
10 Sutter St, San Francisco, Cal.
eiease mention this paper.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13

ALFALFA-4OO Tons for sale
in connection with 700 acres of
splendid pasture and excellent
water facilities. Address Box 16,
La Junta, Colo. If
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13

: Ellingwood & Hauck and Jas.
Stanton, of Catlin, had a difference
of opinion as to the settlement of
an alfalfa seed deal, aud appealed
to Squire Clark's court to adjust
the matter. But before the mat
ter came to trial compromise
was effected.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13

IL Your Hair Dry and Brittle Falling Out or
Turning Grayi
These are only indications that the fol-
icles or roots of the hair are getting
weakened or diseased. Begg's Hair Re-
newer will strengthen and invigorate
the follicles and the hair will regain its
natural color and become soft. glossy and
healthy. Sold by DIR. E. w. Kearby.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13

Our merchants have excellent
stocks of Holiday goods and SAINTS
Claus will not lack for wherswith
to fill the stockings.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13

For a sore throat there is nothing
better than a flannel bandage dampened
with Chamberlain's Pain Balm. 1t will
nearly always effect cure in one nights
time. This remedy is also favorite for
and has cured many very
severe cases. 80 cent bottles for sale by
Fenton & Co. and Kearby, druggists.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13

FOR SALE or Trade, 80 acres
of land, Call on s. A. Henley at
Ellingwood & Hauck's blacksmith
shop.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13
Rocky Ford Lodge, No. 81, !. o.
o. F. at the last meeting elected the

The Golden Rule people don't boast
much, but it is reported on the quiet, that
they have a tremenduous big trade.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13
''Howdy,
Stranger!''
Is the Texas Welcome.

Texas will say "Howdy" to nou, il you
will run down and give her hospitable
citizens half a chance to get acquainted
with you.
Besides being pleasant place to visit,
it does not take back seat ms a wealth
producer. On the Gulf Coast of Texas
may be found big attractions for home
seekers; 20 acres OF land, planted in
pears, nets owner s6OOO, yearly.
Will furnish free pamphlet describing
Texas. Write for it.
Cheap rates in effect during the fall
and winter months; inquire of nearest A.
T. & s. F. agent.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13

If you have a nice fat Cow,
Steer, or veal to sell, call at the
Otero Meat and Produce Co., La
Junta, Colorado, or DIR. w. E.
Fenton and Co., Rocky Ford. =
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13

CHEAP HOUSES. = Grout
Houses, one-third the price of
brick, frame or stone and better
than either. Enquire of Sloan or
Mahoney, Hotel De Sesly.
27-29*
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13

Good, Strong, Large, Young
work team for sale. Cheap for
cash. Enquire at Hotel De Seely
or the ENTERPRISE Office.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1894-12-13
Buckwheat Flour.

We make specially of grind
ing buckwheat and now have on
hand very fine grade of the -four.
Rocky FORD MILL Co.