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The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21
Tie Post is Needed.

Though the Denver Evening Post is
not new to Denver journalism, it is not
until recently that 1t has sprung into
prominence. Under the new manage
ment the paper is much more readable,
its advertising rates have been in
creased, and the excellent new location
on Sixteenth street has proven good
move. There is room in Denver for a
newspaper like the Post-for paper
that prints the news first, last and all
the time, and we predict All immense
circulation in due time. The reading
public of Denver have become tired of
newspapers that constantly suppress
corruption whenever it pleases their
fancy, and in defending corporations
and monopolies without ceasing. 1t has
become tired of those papers who are
always fault-fnding, vacillating, and
having axes to grind. The Post is in
dependent, non-partisan. and its motto
is, First. the news" The only apology
the Press has for enthusiastically sup
porting the Post is that it deserves sue
cess and ought to succeed. Help good
thing along.-Denver Press.
And all it costs is 10 cents week. 81
for 10 weeks. Send Il dollar to-day to
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The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21
\ Fuller Account.

A Butte, Mont, paper contains the
following account of the sudden death
of Mr.. Bretherton, brief mention Of
which was made in THE HERALD last
week:
George Bretherton, ST.. dropped dead
in the Mountain View NJ. Il. church
about II O'Clock yesterday forenoon
December Sth) while services were in
progress.
MIR. Brctherton arrived in Butte last
Thursday to spend the winter with his
"
he attended church yesterday morning
with the latter and his family. He ap-
peared to be in his usual good health.
and his rapidly approaching death gave
not the slightest intimation of its COM
ing. He was sitting between his son
and his wife, and was evincing a deep
interest in the service when hts head
suddenly dropped on his breast, his
heart ceased to beat and he fell forward
dead. 1t was at first supposed that he
spell, and he was carried into the par
sonage, which is just in the rear of the
church, and laid upon lounge. 1t was
then discovered that he was dead. and
the body was removed to the residence
of Edward Bretherton while the SER
vices continued without interruption.
1t is supposed that heart trouble was
the cause of the remarkably sudden
death, although Mr.. Bretherton had
never complained of any affection of
that organ. He was 10 years of age,
but was an unusually well preserved
old man, and always appeared to be
strong and healthy. He was man of
superior ability and education, and had
been a member of the Chautauqua So
ciety for ten years or more. lie had
L. church. He resided in Addington
county, Canada. for nineteen years, but
came to this country in 1878 and resided
near Denver. He had been in the habit
during recent years of spending the
winters with his sons, and he came to
Butte to visit with his two sons here
until next spring. Mr.. Bretherton
lived near Meeker, on the White river,
in Colorado, where he owned large
ranch. He was born in Gloucester.
England.
Deceased leaves five sons and a
daughter, Mrs. J. E. Rule of Salt Lake
City. His sons are George, jr., and Ed
ward of Butte: Walter, who is superin-
tendent of Clark's mines at Argenta,
Mont; Sidney, who is in lvanhoe, n .
NJ; and Clement, whose home is in
Denver.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21
Dutch tancr,i Cara.

A funeral car in Holland is the queer
est, most medieval looking of con-
veyances. Imagine the horses entirely
hidden under long, sweeping draperies
of black cloth, like the steeds in the
illustrations to Froissart. These drap-
cries reach to the ground and all that
is seen of the horse is his solemn eyes
peering through the eye holes. The
car itself is driven by coachman
draped also in black, with perfectly
huge shovel hat. rather like that of
Don Basilio in 1.-THE Barber of Seville" I"
only much more exaggerated; while
the coffin, or its absence, is completely
hidden from view by the mass of heavy
black draperies that descend from the
roof of the car nearly to a level with
the wheels. On the whole, the car
looks like q perambulatinR mass of
black cloth, and is neither imposing nor
beauteous, though distinctly antique in
appearance
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21
Christmas Greeting.

1t Is the joyous Christmas time,
When all our thoughts ring out chime
OF sweetest melody;
When weary cries of pain and woe,
Like frightened birds at fall of snow
Hush their sad thrcnoly.
when toll and fret and tire of mind
Give place, dear friends, to things more kind
To pilgrims on Lies road.
When low ambitions, reaching higher,
To deeds of Christmas love aspire,
And drop cares heavy load.
For as little child. new born,
Love comes to each on Christmas morn
And wakcns memory.
Who, from her precious boarded store.
Brings back our childhood's Joys once more
To feast with Revcric.
And lie, who came this day to save
His wayward children from the grave
OF human scliishncss.
Sends forth his angels, shod with peace,
That every good thing may increase
Toward heavenly happiness
@. b. KAY.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21
Holiday Attentions.

..My dear. you're looking very tired to-rgh,,
THAT means Christmas cloak,
ri get your slippers and your pipe-a lght."
CThai's business, and no jokeD
you'll kill yourself If You keep workin: so.'
Crhat speech is bound to wino
Darling. could not live II you should g,.''
THAT means diamond pin.)
1--WE had the girl make just the incest tea
tMy head has fallen backD
1.-The kind you liked best when you rlarried
met
(Mercy! fur-trimmed sacqren
Poor. tired dear. I'll rub your head for vou.''
(in mute dispair iook.)
"when go shopping iii be tired, toor'
rrbat menns--my pocket-bookD
-AtlantS Constitution.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21
Weather for the Week.

Monday-About six inches Of snow.
That night, IL below zero.
Tuesday-Clear and crisp. % below.
Wednesday-Same; 20 below.
Thursday-A marked reaction set in
later in the day, and that night the
mercury fell short of zero.
Friday-A slight thaw mixed with
Il mild blizzard in the afternoon.
This morning the same with more or
less snow flying.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21
Not to be Trihcd With.

Will people never learn that 'cod''
is an accident to be dreaded, and that
when it occurs treatment should be
promptly applied? There is no know
ing where the trouble will end; and
while complete recovery Is the rule, the
exceptions are terribly frequent, and
thousands upon thousands of fatal ILL.,
nesses occur every year ushered in by a
little injudicious exposure and SEEM
ingly triiiing symptoms. Beyond this,
there are to-day countless invalids who
can trace their complaints to "colds,' ~
which at the time of occurrence gave
no concern, and were therefore neg
lected.-When troubled with with q
cold use Chamberlain's Cough Remedy.
1t is prompt and efIectual. % and so
cent bottles for sale by JoHantgen 4
Kelly.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

All our new dress patterns will be
closed out at very low prices; as there
are but few pieces left it is to your in
terest to call early and make your selec-
ton. These goods are all of the latest
pattern. j. W. UCGUs & Co.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21
Oh /!

Papa and mama don't forget to have
Santa Claus put some of those fine mix
ed candies that Salty has in my stock
ing. They are only 25c per pound.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Commissioner Critcblow attended the
treasurer's sale of delinquent tax prop
erty, and invested in few pieces OF
real estate.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Chicago has come near to getting
everything she reached for, hut she will
avoid disappointment by not reaching
for the national capital.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

County Treasurer Hay began the sale
of delinquent tax property on Monday,
and has continued every day since with
more or less success. AT first the bid
ding was spirited, but during the past
few days practically no interest was
taken in the sale, and Mr.. Hay thinks
he will have to bid in number of tracts
for the county.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

With the death of ex-senator Thur
man, which occurred at his home at
Columbus, O., Oh last Friday. passed
away one of tile best men and grandest
figures in the nations history.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

The new blind chaplain Of the house
is said to look like ex-senator ingalls,,
and to talk like him, but he Can never
hope to "cuss' as picturesquely as In
gals can upon occasion.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Buena Vista calls her new mining
district Four Mile. BIZ right of prior
discovery, we have caveat on the same
name over in this country, so "Bueny''
had better name her new ''lind" FL Do
RADIO or some other cuphonious title and
not name already in use.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

The Denver papers which arrived
here Thursday evening, bore a decidedly
war-hke appearance, and a perusal of
their contents showed that President
Cleveland had not only twisted the
lions tail but tied knot in it. Great
is Groyer-wth his pen
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

The oldest inhabitant joins with
everybody else in declaring that the
present winter came earlier and is more
severe than any previous one within
recollection.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

One redeeming feature of the con-
tinued cold weather the past fall is that
spring will come earlier, if the old saw
is TO be relied upon.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Several heavy teams are engaged in
hauling in material, from Rifle, for the
new Rangely bridge.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

There is a decided increase in the
number of suicides recently. Wonder
Il Morrging oys5 ths ssleGtiqR nd ndf,h ,hriift
Or, is it the lack of cash to buy them?
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

The more the Federation of Labor
and the knights of Labor fight each
other the better it will please the oppo-
nents of organized labor.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

We have large and fresh stock of
articles specially adapted for holiday
trade. Look us over before purchasing.
j. w. HUaUs & Co.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21
THE WABASH RAILROAD

WILL PASS FREE. between
all points on its system, inclus-
i've of Kansas City, st. Louis,
Chicago, Toledo. New York,
Boston and Cincinnati. from
and after December lst. 1895,
upon presentation of properly
stamped ticket purchased at
any ticket office In Colorado,
Wyoming, Utah or New Mexico.
&. NJ. HAMPsoN.
Commercial Agent,
1035 18th St., Denver, Colo.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

An incipient gold excitement stirred
our upper White river citizens to un-
wonted activity last week; even some
Meekerites caught the fever, but it soon
died out, as the mother vein hadn't
been located at last accounts.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Wildcat mining companies are spring
ing up like mushrooms all over the
state and the inevitable result will be
injury to Colorado's great industry. as
most of this class Of companies will
be built on worthless "holes in the
ground" There are plenty Of legitimate
mining companies, but as the same will
not put their claims before the public
in such eloquent language and high
sounding phrases, the suckers will bite
at the fraudulent in preference Il the
genuine.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Tho recent nxtronso oold enap seems
to have been local, as we see nothing in
the outside papers indicating visit
from Jack Frost elsewhere In the state.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

1t was rumored around stage head
quarters, in the early part of this week,
that Fay GorlIuIu, the popurar urlver,
was the happy father of girl baby.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

AL Durham was in from Thornburg
Thursday and reports that the late cold
snap was comparatively harmless in his
section.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Governor Richards of Wyoming, was
in Denver this week confering with
Governor McIntire regarding the adop-
tion of more effective means in sup
pressing hide hunters and keeping
Indians out of their respective states.
Both governors are in earnest in this
matter, and if they can induce the
governorof Utah TO earnestly cooperate
with them. much can be done toward
saving what gave is left of the deer and
elk in the states named.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

The Mozart Orchestra will give an
other of their delightful dances at Odd
Fellows hall on Christmas night.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

II. II. Leonard, of Piceance, was in
the city in the early part of the week,
and casually remarked that there was
bound to be a heavy loss of stock if the
weather of the past few weeks didn't
change for the better. Mr.. l.. is feed
ing most of his.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Ladies buy YOUR hubby one of those
fine briar pipes in cases. See them at
Saltmarsh's.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Preparations are progressing favor
ably for the grand masquerade ball on
New Years eve. and present indications
point to more elaborate and finer af-
fair than on any previous occasion.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Our toys are fast disappearing. but
still have nice variety. Call and see
them. City Drug Store.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Never before since l came to Colo
rado in 1860" SAYS d. II. Moffat. presi-
dent Of the First National bank of Den,
yer, was the outlook more promising
for this city and state" Meeker will
"be in it'' and share in the general ad-
vance and consequent prosperity.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

A canvass among the druggists Of
this place reveals the fact that Cham.
berlain's are the most popular proprie-
tary medicines sold. Chamberlain's
Cough Remedy. especially, is regarded
as in the lead of all throat trouble
remedies, and as such, is freely pre-
scribed by physicians. As a Group
medicine, it Is also uneXcelled, and
most families with young children keep
bottle always handy for instant use
The editor of the Graphic has repeated
ly known Chamberlain's Cough Remedy
to do the work after all other medicines
had failed.-The Kimball S. ID Graphic
For sale at 25 and so cents rer bottle
by by JoHantgen x Kelly.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Congress seems to be in accord with
the people in at least one respect-it
will not authorize the issue of bonds.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

There are people who cannot distin-
guish between the notoriety itch and a
real desire to reform something.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Senator Hills opinion of lecturing as
Il profession ought to make interesting
reading; also. his opinion OF the presi-
dents message.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Ohio men seem to have a Enack for
getting there" Eleven of the new
United States senators were born in
Ohio.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Go to Hugus & Co. g for dainty and
useful Christmas goods.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21
DR.. French was out in the Milk creek
roo;o, this week attending to profess

DR.. French was out in the Milk creek
region this week attending to profess
sional duties. at the conclusion OF
which he concluded to take fall out
of a mountain lion. seen III the vicinity
of Clear creek quite often lately. All
went well in the chase until the doctor
reached steep incline, down which he
had to go, and as the sun had melted
the snow away, 1t was dangerous riding.
but the doctor tried it nevertheless. He
hadn't proceeded down the slippery hill
side very far, however, before the horse
fell and the rider was thrown down
grade quite a distance, sustaining nu-
merous bruises and vigorous shaking
up. but no serious injury. The doctor
is going round these days with a
"klnked' neck but thinks he got off
lucky and is ready to go on the trail OF
that lion again as soon as the op-
portunity presents itself.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Our "Trunk-line" cheap rates. Jo-
Hantgen & Kelly.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

The Methodist Sunday-school Christ
mas tree will be held at the court house
hall on Christmas night. and everybody
who wishes will be allowed to hang
presents on the tree. A very entertain
ing program of exercises is in prepara-
tion and an enjoyable time is antici-
pated. Everybody is invited.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Texans are not likely to get too gay
because Of the bestowal Of the name of
their state on the hoOdooed battleshjp,
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Senator Chandler's free coinage bill
made no pretense of trying to hide the
string that is tied TO it.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

1t was cold enough Wednesday morn
ing to freeze the tail of a brass monkey.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21
Candies and Nuts, at saltmarsh's.

GO. Taylor whlssies. fine a. silk. Moderate cost,
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21
EZRA FLEMMING.

Cattle branded as above on left side or hip.
All my cattle are steers. One lot brandeo -
on iGYt side ard doubie-dew1Appcd; and also
one lot branded STv on left side in addition
to cr0s'-L. Also own y 4 and 10. Also
JC on left side, Horse brand. same as cut
on left hip. RnnEe, Flag creek and Govern.
ment road. Pos.oiEce address, Mceker, Colo
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Pretty scrap-albums at the postonice
store.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Oh, girls don't forget to have your
best fellow get you some of those fine
chocolates. Salty has them.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Everything to delight the youngsters
at Sa!tmarsh's.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Inspect the holiday display in Salt
marsh window.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

G. O. Taylor whistles are the banner beverage.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

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Local Notices, fifteen cents per line for first
insertion and ten cents for each subsequent
insertion. Legni notices ten cents per line fer
each insertion.
All communications should be addressed to
THE MEEKER HERALD.
Meeker Colorado.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

q o Taylor whskIcs are not expensive. Good too
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

A state base ball league is being
formed with Denver, Colorado Springs.
Cripple Check, Pueblo, Leadville and
Aspen rs the leading towns in the cir
cult. Meeker has applied for franchise
and if her claims are ignored. us now
new league is foregone conclusion.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Bargains in pictures at the City Drug
store.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Advertise in The Herald.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21
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Entered In the Postothce at Mecker, Rio Blanco
County, Colo, rs second-eiass rnnil matter.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

Uncle John w. Welch says the time
to put up ice is when the ice is ripe, i. e.,
that formed by the first good cold snap,
such rs we had last week; and the re-
suit is beautiful, clear ice, free from
impurities. Those of our citizens who
put up ice this week have such an ar
ticle for the hot DAYS OF next summer.
The Meeker herald., 1895-12-21

The other dav MIR. Moulton received
letter, from Rev. j. NJ. Rich, who
formerly had charge of the Episcopal
church work in Meeker. Since leaving
here, MIR. Rich has attended Oxford
University and now possesses full
clerical orders and is located in Buffalo,
n. Y, where he is successfully engaged
In missionary work. In addition to
kind regards to the recipient OF the let
ter and wife, Mr.. Rich wished to be
especially remembered to Mrs. Miller,
Uncle Sam Fairfield, Messrs. Sheridan,
Flemmiug, Allsebrook. Porges, Law.
ton and THE HERALD scribe, all Of
whom twithin hearing) will no doubt
return his greetings and wish him sue
cess in his chosen field.
Evening journal., 1895-05-11


w H Davis. OF Milford. has been
making a short visit to Wilmington
II " Butler will go to Georgetown
this evening to spend Sunday with his
family there
j Newlin 6awthrop sailed for Europe
to day. He intends to spend three months
abroad, visiting the principal cities Of
the old world
A 0 Il. Grier, formerly city editor Of
the Sunday Star and an enterprising
young newspaper man, succeeds William
II Walker on the reportorial staff of the
Every Evening. Mr.. Grier has been in
the Newspaper business liz Wilmington
for several years.
Representative Ball, Of Bridgeville, was
entertained last night by DR.. L. H. Ball
at Falkland.
Miss Bessie Brown has returned to
Dover after visit to Whining ton
friends.
Miss Margaret Derriokson, Of Frank.
ford, Del, is visiting friends in this
city.
Miss Ella Burnite. of this city, is
visiting friends in Dover
Napoleon Adams and little daughter
Carrie are visiting in Atlantic City this
week.
George NJ Jones, Of Dover, was in
town to day.
Enrolling Clerk of the House Chambers,
of Dover, one of the most efficient officers
Of the General Assembly, spent the
morning in Wilmington.
Mrs. Mary Wilson and Mrs, Lou
Wagamon, both of Georgetown, are visit
ing friends in this city. They will also
visit Philadelphia.
Mics Corlnne Cochran, Of Middletown,
Is the guest Of Miss Mendinhsll.
Miss Mary Appleton has returned from
a visit to Middletown.
Mrs. Edward T. Belts and daughter,
Miss May, left to day for a visit in
Atlantic City.
Mrs N. NJ Browne and Hugh @
Browne will make their future home in
this city, at Eighth and Brooms streets
Miss Lizzie DuHamel OF Dover, Is
visiting friends IN the city.
Miss Eta Dill Worth, Of Port Penn, Il
visiting Miss Nellie Cleaver here.
Miss Lizzie Denney hiss returned T.
Dover from visit to Wilmington
/ friends.
Miss Ssllie Barwick, Of Chesapeak
City, is visiting Wilmington friends
Mrs. Bsyard Vincent has returne'
/ from Elkton
Miss Helen Truss Is the guest 0
relatives at Chesapeake City.
Willard Thompson was in BAltImor
yesterday.
Evening journal., 1895-05-11
A MODEL OF INDUSTRY.
But the Bowers Costume WINS Entirely in
Advance of the Season.

n~N tue SoN0fe costume WHs Enlirofy IN
Advance of the Season.
In the old fashioned almanac the page de.
voted 10 April was adorned with the figure Of
a man in his shirt sleeves, wearing a straw
hat and scattering seed from huge apron.
He set an example of industry, but not OF
dress 20 US who know that April never passes
without many an overcast. bleak, bitter day.
In such weather we are liable 10 proeaio
bothersome colds that stop UP our noses make
our eyes water and stiffen the muscles Of our
backs and limbs so that we wonder II we are
growing old.
Not a bit Il It. The blood is sluggish, and
does not carry away broken doan tissue-the
ashes ot the body Dufy's Pure Malt whis-
key changes all this, II Is an honest medicinal
stlmulant, helpful to revive the tagging
strength when sudden changes OF tempera-
ture try the body sorely.
1t qulckenz the circulation. and dlfPuses a
healthful and most welcome wsrmth through
the body. Often we md people complaining
at this time OF year. that after ex yosure it
takes them long time to get thoroughly
warm. spring cold has gripped them with
its gaunticy fingers. Let them assist the proc
esses of life with Duffy's Pure Malt whlskey,
and the clutch Of the intruder is shaken of.