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Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15
County Court Proceedings.

The case of the Oil Well Co. vs.
Wolfe, who did the boring in Flat
Rock in this city, has been reversed
by the Supreme Court of Missouri.
The suit was brought by the COM
papy against Wolfe for something
like $1,000 on attachment for
machinery. The verdict found in
the Circuit Court for defendant was
reversed and judgment ordered en-
tered for the plaintiff.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15
THANKSGIVING Dinner.

Quite a number of those interest
ed in the Thanksgiving dinner for
the poor met at the Baptist church
Monday afternoon and made some
preliminary arrangements. The fol-
lowing committees were appointed
Christian Church, Mrs. Mason and
Mrs. Cleudenin.
Presbyterian Church, Mrs. Rodes
and Mrs. Rutledge.
Baptist Church, Mrs. Lane and
Miss SulliDger.
Episcopal Church, Mrs ayCoats'
worth and Mrs. Patterson.
NJ. E.. Church, Mrs. Corner and
Mrs. Simmons.
NJ. e. Churh, South, Mrs. Harri-
son and Mrs. Cant.
Old School Baptist, Mrs. Bridge
ford and Mrs. Clark.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15
One of the most brilliant social

One Of the most brilliant social
events of the season at Louisville,
KY, was u Brownie progressive
euchre party given by Mr.. and Mrs.
Ouerbacker at their beautiful resi-
dence 1882 First street, in honor OF
Mr.. Ouerbacker's mother, Mrs. J.
D. Tucker, of this city. A large
number of society people were pres
ent and enjoyed a most pleasant
evening.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15
Gov. stones Thanksgiving Prociama.
tiOn,

ton.
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. Nov. 13.-
The following Thanksgiving procla-
nation was issued by Gov. Stone to-
day:
Executive Department, State of
Missouri, City of Jefferson-The
President of the United States hay
ing designated Thursday, the 29th
day of November, 1894, as a day of
thanksgiving, I do now, in accord
ance with a time.honored custom,
hereby appoint the same day as a
Thanksgiving day in this State, and
recommend that the people of the
commonwealth observe the same by
appropriate religious services.
(Signed) WIN. ]. STONE, Gov.
A. A. LEsUEuR, Sec'y of State"
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15
Our $1O&$ SIP
KERSEY


In extra length and made in the
heighth of fashion, will open
your eyes in wonder. These
same coats sold last year for
SIS and $1,000. We have
them in blue, black, brown,
drab and mouse colors.
Our Children's Suits run at
CSC, SI.25, 81, S. and S..
Boys Long Pant Suits from
S2.25 up.
We can please you and save
you money. Drop in and see
us before you purchase.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Nm. Ragsdale and Bob johnson
80 bome from Chicago.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Miss Ida Spencer, of Laddonia,
will make special sales on trimmed
hats, of which she has a large sup
ply of very pretty ones, on satur-
day, Monday and Tuesday, Novem-
Der II, 10 and 20. Dressmaking
and patterns a specially.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15
Mrs. II. 4. Ricketts, Dead.


Major H. A. Ricketts, wife died
suddenly of heart disease at 11:15
O'Clock Monday night. She retired
in her usual good health about half
past ten O'Clock. During the even
ing some of the neighbors were CALI
ing and Il pleasant hour was spent
by all. About ten minutes after II
Mrs. Ray, sister of MIR. Ricketts,,
who sleeps up stairs, thought she
heard Il groan from the Majors
room. She ran down stairs and
found Mrs. Ricketts, moaning and
struggling. Mrs. Ray Immediately
awoke Major Ricketts, and started
for a doctor. After Il moment or so
Mrs. Ricketts, gasped, II am dying;
turn me over" and in a minute
was dead.
The death OF Mrs. Ricketts, is a
shock to the community. She was
Miss May Ross, daughter of Judge
and Mrs. J. E. Ross, of this city,
and a splendid woman, much be-
loved by all our people. Only five
weeks ago she was married to Major
Ricketts,, and only two weeks ago
they came home from their bridal
tour through the South. Her pa
rents, Mr.. and Mrs. Ross, left last
week for Pennsylvania and Mary
land on q visit to relatives. They
had arrived in York, Pa, Tuesday
where they received . telegram
that their daughter was dead and im-
mediately started home.
Major Ricketts, is Frustrated with
grief, and, together with other rela-
tives of the deceased, has the sim
cere sympathy of this community.
Mrs. Ricketts, evidently did not die
ia pain, as her face alter death wears
that pleasant smile SO familiar in
life to all her friends.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15
Little SON of John Fields Dead.

The IA year cid son CT Mr.. and
Mrs. John Fields, who live in south
east Mexico, died Monday evening
at Z o'clock. The child had just re-
covered from an attack of typhoid
fever, when the measles set in, which
resulted in an acute attack ofBright's
disease, causing his death. The
funeral services were held Tuesday
afternoon at $50 o'clock. Many
friends of the family attended.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Col. r. T. Freeman, while IN
Texas. bought a saddle stallion that
he thinks is second only TO Rex
Mcdonald. The horse is by the
famous Kentucky Red Squirrel, an
animal barred from all show rings.
R,llie Freeman aud WIN. FL. Davis
sill take the stallion to the Chicago
horse fair next week.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Mrs. B. F. Orear is expected
home tonight from Southern ohio'
where she has been visiting hef
mother. who is over 90 years old.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15
New Post Office.

A new post Office has been estab-
lished six miles southwest of Next
near the residence of DR.. Reagan.
DR.. C. w. Reagan will be the Post
master and the mail will be taken
from the Mexico office to the new
office. The name of "Champ" was
unanimously selected by those who
will patronize the office in honor OF
Hon. Champ Clark.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

List of letters remaining in the post
Office at Mexico, Mo-, for the week
ending November II, 1894, which if not
called for in thirty days will be sent
to the Dead Letter office at Washing
ton. Persons calling for letters in this
list will please say "advertised:'
Mrs. Louis Armstrong, Mrs. Loutie
P. Brown, Mary Brashears, NettieCor
rigan, Ben DeMaster, Will Edsman,
Henry Erwin, Mrs. Jennette Graham,
Charles P. Harvill, Mertie johnson,
Lizzie Lingham, SarahE E. Laning, Silas
Minor, Hugo Morning, c. F. Morrell,
Simon NJ. Small, N. ". Stuart, E. NJ.
Sinclair, E. J. Sreger, Mrs. W. Scott, NJ.
F. Scott, L. E. Scott, Susie Strool, Nan
ME J. Styne, Grant l.. Wright, Will
Wright, John B. Woolery, Aaron
Woodbridge, Ferbir Woodson, Mrs. J.
Watts. Harden McDonland.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15
iiGIt's Residence Burned.

The residence of T. J. Holt, on
Promenade street, caught fire about
2 O'Clock Sunday morning and burn
ed nearly to toe ground, only the
shell of the house remaining. The
fire company was on hand in an ex-
ceedlngly short time, but too late to
save the house from being ruined.
The fire caught in the roof of the
building and is thought to have start
ed from the hue. The family were
awakened by the sparks falling in
upon their beds.
Some of the furnishings were got
ten out of the burning building, but
most were destroyed. The house
was insured with J. d: Tucker q
Son, of this city, for $500; the fur
nishings for $500, which covered
most Of the value.
The family is occupying one
of Mr.. Hollis residences on East
Jackson street, formerly occupied
by Z. Kahn and family, now living
in Centralia. MI. Holt contemplates
rebuilding his residence next spring.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

/ have q nice blood bay mare
colt for sale, or win trade fer milk
COW, neat spring wagon or set of
harness. Will give either cash or
Milwaukee beer to boot. Home on
Saturdays only. II. A. FoRGEY.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

The 4-year-old son of Mr.. and Mrs.
Vim. Canterbury died of measles
nd pneumonia this week. The re-
hsins we're inferred at Rock Hill
Church
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

R. Ramsay is home from a trip
ssr the State with the members of
be State Board of Agriculture, who
have been holding Farmers lnsti-
ates. DIR Ramsay'a lectures were
veil received throughout the entire
State.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Mr.. Ramsay, Democratic State
irsasurer of Illinois, died suddenly
d heart disease Sunday. He was
u uncle of Mrs. CIabaugh, who
Ives on West Monroe street in this
stv
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

7. F. Roden has in his show
slndow one of the largest beets ever
gusn in Audrain County. 1t was
gown by Hugh Donnelly and weighs
y pounds, and is of the variety
bat makes good eating.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Aunt Lucy Marion is happy. Her
on whom she has not seen since
asFery time arrived from Texas this
seek. He says he has been look
ing Tor his mother ever since the
ssr
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Live stock Market.
ST.. LOUIS, Nov. 14.-Quotations
for native cattle: Choice to fancy
export steers $40 to 1915, fair to
medium shipping steers $4.45 to
81. 50, corn fed steers 1925 to $40,
fair to choice feeding steers $2.65 to
$3.50, choice to fancy cows and
heifers s2.85 to 1915.
ILLUSTRATIONS paid $40 to
$4.s5. Shippers paid up to $4.85
for choice heavies. The butchers,
apparently, did not pay over $4.75.
The good hogs were about the top
OF half the receipts. A big lot Of
light and inferior mixed sold al
1870 to S4.45.
Shoes fresh from the factory every
maxi NJ NIL opop,o
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Ladies' fleeced-lined hose, 20c.
Ladies' ribbed underwear, 35c per
suit. Mems heavy underwear, Toe
per suit. Everything else in pro-
portion. Auction Saturday at Tenn
pie of Economy, Mexico, Nc.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

D. E. Sappington, Il prominent
arner living two and one half miles
hon Sturgeon, was killed Sunday
sy being thrown from his horse
While going to church. His skull
Eas crushed in.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Ar. and Mrs. G.. ). Wales, of
Minneapolis, Mimi, are the guests
Gtheir brother and sister, Mr.. and
En. G. n. Wales, of this city.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

The Justices of the Peace of Salt
River Township assume their duties
this week. j. J. Winscott will have
the same Office, w. P. Quisenberry
will have Squire Tomlinson's room,
while j. NJ. Riley will be located in
the BIggers building, just south of
the City Hall.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

TRY one can of F~rasier's special
corn: finest corn on the market.
Northeast corner square.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

C. C. VOORHEES, and family are
ame from Cairo, Mo, where they
bited Mr.. VOORHEES, sick sister,
Eho is some better now.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15
A Valuable Herb Remedy.

The Paris Kentuckian-Citizen
says: Captain T. E. Moore, of the
Cedars Stock Farm, Shawhan, KY,
has a very valuable herb remedy, a
general renovator of the system,
cures or greatly benefits those afilict-
ed with rheumatism, indigestion,
pains in the back, sick headache,
regulates the liver, bowels, purifes
the blood and builds up impaired
constitutions the result of exposure,
etc. There is no doubt of its
efficacy. His outlay for its intro
duction has been considerable, but
once introduced a wide demand is
anticipated. Everybody should try
this remedy-it will be sent for the
nominal sum of $2.10. See adj
vertisemeDt.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Miss Nancy Hurdle, aged Y, died
at the residence of Hardy
six miles west of Mexico, of
aneer. Miss Hurdle had been i'll
o several years and was bedfast for
sasne months before her death. The
lsaains were inferred at Salt River
4Sp. m. Monday.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15
UhitHarY.


Ova, daughter Of R. l.. and Elite
M. Hughes, born May 81, 1890, died
Nov. 5, 1894. The funeral services
were conducted by Rev. Taylor al
the family residence in southwest
Mexico.
She remained among US but q few
short years, but long enough to gain
the friendship of the entire commun'
ity. The bereft parent have the
sympathy of all their neighbors.
Dur darling daughter left us,
She heard the Savior call;
She's gone to join the angels
In that blessed heavenly home.
When we found that she must leave us
How our aching hearts ~despaired,
For we loved her, Oh so fondly.
How could we give our darling up.
TIL Savior came and took her,
And to His viii we bow,
And thus a flower is taken,
T~ransplanted from earth TO heaven.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15
NJ. NJ. A. WINS.
The kemper Boys no Fouai to h
home Cadeis-M. N. A. Makes
q Clean Sweep.

Quite a crowd of interested spec
tators gathered at Sportsman's Park
Monday afternoon to witness the
match game of foot ball between the
NJ Nj. A. eleven and the team from
hemper School at Boonville. The
game was called at 5 O'Clock and
finished a little after 5 O'Clock.
The NJ. NJ. A. cadets had thines
all their own way. During the game
SIX toueh-downs were made by the
nome team and six goals. The
kemper boys never scored a
mark. The score was SO to 0 in
favor of NJ. NJ. A.
f1arvell, q half back on the MN.
As team made the first touch
down, which was goaled by Hutch.
lnson, the full back. Fhe remaining
five touchtdowns wsfe all made by
Hutchinson and Cooled also by him.
Hutchinson is a thorough foot ball
player at every point. His playing
yesterday attexhoon created admira.
ton from everyone. He is a sure
goal kicker. Keely, half back, and
Harvell, Black and Allen also did
some fine work during the game.
The Kemper boys were not well
enough trained nor enough &C.
quainted with their signals to COM
pete with the cadets of NJ. M. A.
The kemper cadets, however, took
their defeat like gentlemen, which
they proved themselves to be, and
were satisfied with every decision of
Umpire Bob Lawder.
The NJ. NJ. A. eleven will play
Smith Academy, OF St. Louis, in
that city next Saturday if the St.
Louis cadets do not attempt to run
in some ''profesh" talent on them,
as has been reported. 1t is certain
that the II. NJ. A. has one of the
strongest amateur teams in the
country, who can chuck" with any
non'professional eleven in the State.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Boots and shoes made up and
carried in stock from 10 to 90 years
are liable to rip. If you want new,
fresh made goods go to McLoney's.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Oh, give me teeth sound, white and neat,
Oh, give me breath that s pure and sweet,
Oh, give me rosy, healthful gums,
And / will meet whatever comes;
Whatever trouble may befall,
With SOZODONT III meet them all.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15
Try A Specialist.

If you have been suffering from
some chronic or nervous trouble for
years and failed to get relief, con-
suit DR.. Appleman, the st. Louis
specialist, who will be here again
Thursday, Nov. %, at his Office,
Windsor Hotel. The doctor devotes
all his time and attention to this
class of diseases and while he finds
many incurable cases, yet he cures
numbers after they had given up
hope. 1t costs nothing to consult
him and get his opinion.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Col. Robert T. Freeman has
gns to Kansas City, Kan, to be
.hsent about three weeks under a
tethf's Gaze.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15
latlles' Kid Silver Medal.
C, D, E and EE Lasts

Z ssasht lis pairs of Little Giant School
- price so We can sell them 10 you for
tarer's COST. They were made for a
~ Texas, and have his brand on them,
NeFbnrry.' He countermanded the
1ler the above were made for him. They
q Aid, Goat and Cloth Top, and run
ssns,c G, D and E widths. They are a
s1Aae hne, and we will a V you some
y your children shoes while they last
ne Racket,
tLAff, 10. 10, Washington Street.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

McLoney has a new line OF dress
goods. d&w2t
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Moberly is in darkness. The
tsetrie light company and the City
0aneil failed 10 agree ON the price
4 lipht-
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Mr.. Robert Reynolds, OF Michi-
M, is visiting the family Of his
nele, ]. +. LlewelIyn.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Mrs. Lee Craddock has returned
iOm Kansas City to attend the fun
gal services Of Mrs. II. A. Ricketts,.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15
Live stock Market.

WANTED-Ten dozed quails al
Ringo Hotel.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Mrs. P. L. Locke Is home from a
.bort visit to relatives in Laddonia.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Mrs. J. X. Smith, who has been
fsting her sister, Mrs. j. Y. VIII
Jams, has returned home to Van
daEa.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Prof. Arthur Lee. of the Mexico
Public Schools, after II siege with
he measles, is able to again be at
liz work.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

NJ. R. Wise, Of the Famous, spent
sunday with relatives in McCredie.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

H o. Johnson Is home from
wilson. .Adair County, Missouri.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Mrs. G. B. Macfarlane returned
baa,e from st. LOUIS Saturday night.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

TT NJ Il TABIE
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Ms. Gard, of Auxvasse, is visit
ING relatives in this city.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Mrs. Maus has returned from a
lsIjehtful visit 10 ST. Louis friends.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15
Advertised Letters.

Shoes fresh from the factory every
week at McLoneY's.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Miss Matte Karr'es is visiting in
Csntralis.
Mr.. Howe, father of Henry Howe,
every i'll:
Nm. Ragsdale and Bob Johnson
,s home from Chicago.
edward Chase, of Brooklyn, n.
=, is in Mexico on Il visit.
Ms. Gard, of Auxvasse, is visit
ing relatives in this city,
v. o. Johnson is home from
wilson, .Adair County, Missouri.
Mrs. P. L. Locke Is home from a
short visit to relatives in Laddonia.
Mrs. G. B. Macfarlane returned
boue from st. LOUIS Saturday night.
HR. Wise, Of the Famous, spent
sunday with relatives in McCredie.
Mrs. Maus has returned from a
aightful visit 10 81. Louis friends.
Price Johnson, the new Constable
dSalt River Township, assumes his
latiss next Saturday.
Mr.. Robert Reynolds, OF Michi-
M, is visiting the family of his
Qnele, ]. +. LleweiIyn.
Mrs. Lee Craddock has returned
nom Kansas City to attend the fun
sal services of Mrs II. A. Ricketts,.
Prof. Arthur Lee, of the Mexico
Public Schools, after II siege with
he measles, is able to again be at
Es work.
Mrs. j. X. Smith, who has been
isting her sister, Mrs. ]. Y. VIII
Ezms, has returned home to Van
ais.
Moberly is in darkness. The
tsetrie light company and the City
9aneil failed 10 agree on the price
d light.
Col. Robert T. Freeman has
gns to Kansas City, Kan, to be
.hsent about three weeks under a
scsOf's care.
-
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

Price Johnson, the new Constable
d sait River Township, assumes his
lutss next Saturday.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1894-11-15

edward Chase, Of Brooklyn, n.
7, is in Mexico on Il visit.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1894-09-04
SOUTH SIDE JoTIlNes.

Mise Ida Harris, of South Washington
avenue, is visiting in Hazleton.
John Coyne, OF Minooka, is ready to &C.
cept challenge from any pigeon shooter
in the county for any sized purse.
Rev. Il. Hotter, of the German Evan
gelical, church, Of Cedar avenue. is again
at the helm after pleasant vacation.
The arrangements for the fair in Oc-
tober Of the Prospect Avenue German
Baptist church are progressing along lines
that guarantee Its success.
The city line thugs are not getting any
ease. Officer Boland has made up his
mind that these lswless youths must be
taught respect for the law. II they were
subdued it is certain that there would be
fewer burglaries and highway robberies
in that part of the city.
The free entertainment last night at the
rooms Of the Young Woman's Christian
association was attended by large audi
ence and was we'll enjoyed. Refresh
present entered into the agreeableness of
the situation with refreshing informalty
The South Side branch of st. Luke's
kindergarten will reopen for the fall and
winter term on Monday next, unless some
different arrangement is decided upon in
the meantime The success of this school
has become SO marked that great demand
has been made for admission, greater, il
fact, than the capacity of the school cal
accommodate. Miss Florence Hull, tl.t
principal in charge, will continue with tn,
school for the next season,
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1894-09-04
LITTLE WEST SIDE NEWS NOTES.

Mrs j. o. Morris and family, of South
Main avenue, have returned home from a
trip to Wales.
Tom Beels, of North Hyde Park avenue,
is recovering slowly from severe attack
OF typhoid malaria.
Tho Hyde Park Choral society will meet
for rehearsal at the residence Of FL. D.
Jones, on South Hyde Park avenue, this
evening at 8 o'clock sharp.
Complaints have been made of boys
who nightly haunt the corner OF Sumner
avenue and Lafayette street. Officer
Jones dispersed large crowd last even
ing.
Last evening at Mears' hall the Sir
Knights Of Pleasure dancing class opened
It's season. The hall was crowded. Pro-
lessor George Taylor instructed the pupils
and Miss May presided at the plano.
Miss Mary Davis entertained friends at
her home on North Lincoln avenue last
evening The lawn was tastefully adorned
with Japanese lanterns. Games were in
dulged in until a late hour when refresh
ments were served.
The funeral of Mrs. zilla Lewis, wife OF
Alfred Lewis, occurred yesterday after.
noOu uV ~,oV " SioCh. 1uo ItHdlub were
borne to the First Welsh Baptist church,
where Rev. D. G. Hughes, D. D., of the
jackson Street Baptist church officiated.
lnterment was made in the Washburn
Street cemetery.
The funeral of Edward Shearns, who
died on Saturday at the home of his
daughter, Mrs. Michael McAndrew, Of
North Fillmore avenue, will take place this
morning at 0 o'clock. A solemn high mass
of requiem will be celebrated in st. Pat
rick's church. Interment in the Hyde
Park Catholic cemetery.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1894-09-04

TIE Hyde Park Literary and De-
batting society opened its second season
last evening at its rooms on South
BILE circumstances. The outlook for
the ensuing term is exceedingly bright
The attendance last evening exeelled
all expectation, about thirty mem bers
being present. and nearly all took an
active part in the discussions of the
evening, making the meeting very in
teresting and instructive.
Resolutions were drafted expressing
the regrets of the society for the loss
of so valuable member as Philip j.
Davies. who leaves for college next
Monday. Mr.. Dayies WAS ono Of the
founders of the organization and an
active member 1t was unanimously
decided to make the meeting next
Monday of special interest. to which
all young men are invited. The follow
lug programme has been prepared for
the OCCASION: Musical selection; al
dress, President Edwards; defamation,
Emerson Owens; address, Charles E.
Daniels; defamation. d. ]. Davis. This
will be followed by three minute talks
by the members.
The officers for tho coming three
months are: President, John Ell
wards; vice president, Charles House /;
treasurer, Howard Davis; secretary.
Wallace Moser; critic, Philip Davies;
executive committee, W. A. Price, D.
j. Davis, John York An invitation is
extended to all young men interested
in self-improvement to attend next
Mondays meeting.