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The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1895-04-28
HORTICULTURE.
An Address by n Utah Farmer.

The subject of horticulture which
has been assigned me is a very large
one with which I cannot attempt to
deal in full at this time. L shall there
fore confine myself to 4 very small
portion of it, namely, the
Growing of Apples in Cache Valley.
In the first place, does Cache valley
present a good field for this industry ?
Past experience seems to point to the
fact that it does, that it is particularly
ADAPTED, many parts of it at least, to
growing of this fruit. But there are
certain points that must be kept in
view. In selecting a place for an ap-
pie orchard certain things must be
avoided, when other things should be
sought for. The soil best adapted to
apple growing is a deep loan of a
somewhat calcareouS nature; but, in
general. land that will raise good
corn, potatoes. or oats will succeed
fairly well in apples, bearing in mind
always that apple trees will not do
well where the water comes near the
surface. 1t should be at least fifteen
feet down to water, though appls
trees will do well for many years
where the water is within ten feet of
the surface. But when the trees be-
come old and the roots reach down in
10 The HdsSl dld lHS
orchard will cease to do well. Apple
trees do not like wet feet any better
than we wo.
Locating the Orchard.
Z would avoid locating an apple
orchard in the lowest parts of the
valley. as such parts are more sus-
ceptible to late frosts, the cold air be-
ing heavier settles into those parts. 1
would also avoid locating where there
is a continued strong wind, as the ap-
pie is a heavy fruit and comparatively
easily blown off; though if L had land
so located and could not readily make
the exchange I would not allow it to
baryme from planting an orchard, as
thet wind can be in part checked oy
means of wind-breaks.
Best Varieties.
selecting trees to plant 1t Is al
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1895-04-28

Oft in the stilly night
Ere slumber's chain hath bound me,
Sharp pains dart through my head.
And chills come creeping round me.
! feel so sick, ! sure shall die
All hope of cure seems broken,
But there's a Pellet all may try,
A sure, unfailing token.
Yes, a token of recovery in every
case, as effective, and almost as mag
zeal as the famous 'talisman" of fairy
lore. DR.. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets are
g positive cure for all arrangements Of
the liver, stomach and bowels.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1895-04-28

The penguin has used its wings so
little that in the course of ages these
members have become dwarflsh, and
can no longer be employed for flight.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23

Under the caption f"An Enemy in
Camp" the Rapid Journal vigorously
roasts man in that place, who is &C
cused of back Gaping every enterprise
inaugurated for the benefit of the town.
The Journal justly lampoons the party
in a manner calculated to arouse his ire
to white heat, and threatens to give
publicity 20 his name should he still
persist in his unwise and unwarranted
course. The Journal is TO be commend
ell for the outspoken manner in which
it has expressed its condemnation OF a
character whose counterpart may be
found in triplicate in every town o!
note in the Black Hills. Rapid is in
deed fortunate if there be but one such
character found in her midst.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23
PettIgrew Explains.

The Pioneer publishes the following
extract from letter recently received
by resident of Deadwood from Senator
Pettigrew, explaining his vote upon the
Vest resolution in the L. :. senate:
81 voted for the resolutions offered by
Mr.. Vest as a substitute TO a resolution
in favor of annexation of the Hawaiian
islands. Mr.. Vests resolutions did not
endorse the administration except so far
as it pursued the policy of noa-interfer
ence. | am opposed to the annexation
of these islands, situated as they are,
with the most miserable population on
the face of the globe. There is no other
labor there but slave labor or contract
labor. | shall continue 10 vote tha,
way because am right and that my
course is patriotic"
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23

The long pending question as to the
matter of Meade county's liability to
Lawrence, for her qnota of the Indebt.
edness Of the latter county, prior to the
segregation, has finally been settled by
a decision of the supreme court favor
able TO Lawrence. The amount for
which Meade county will be held, in
Guiding interest, is not much short OF
$4,000, and will materially aid Law.
renee in working out the great financial
problem by which she has been con.
fronted for many years, as a result OF
the peculating proclivities of its early
Off oial manager If our memory serves
US Alright, Custer county has CORE
spending crow to pick with Fall River
which under the decision above re-
ferred to is vastly more encouraging in its
aspects than it has been in the past. and
if the claim is not invalid by reason OF
our folks having slept too long upon
their rights, it might be pretty good
idea 10 set the ball rolling.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23

A large black dog belonging to Will
liam Copeland, one of the volunteer
firemen killed in the explosion, has laid
on the grave ever since Copeland was
buried, and seems to be dying. II is
said that he was with his master at the
time of the explosion, followed the re-
mains to the undertakers, hung around
until the funeral took place, and then
followed the remains to tine grave.
The above, taken from the Butte City,
Montana. Miner. is reproduced for the
careful perusal Of those Of our readers
who ignore the claims Of the dog to the
possession Of single redeeming quality.
We believein melting out strict and exact
justice upon all occasions, even should
the subject be an object Of no greater
importance than dog, and while we do
not share the belief of certain enthusi-
astic canine worshipers that, all dogs
are possessed of qualities that entitle
them to the full measure of our personal
respect. we can but award to the few Q
degree Of credit commensurate with
their merits. and while We concede the
utility Of the animal out upon the farm,
We have yet to imbibe an opinion favor
able to their usefulness in towns and
cities. We might further add that. for
the limited necessity for the existence
Of the species, We would not oppose their
culture under healthful restrictions, but
as to the matter Of engaging in the pro-
duction as an unrestricted industry. ss
prscticed in the towns and villages Of
the Hills. and elsewhere, We do most
solemnly and seriously demur.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23
An Agreement Reached.

At the adjourned meeting of the
board Of county commissioners held on
Monday and Tuesday, having for its
object the final settlement between the
county and the bondsment of ex-Treas-
urer Tunley, an agreement was reached
which cannot be otherwise than salts
factory to the tax payer. The agree
ment is. briefly stated, as follows:
The bondsmen; represented by j. NJ.
Woods, and his attorney. c. w Brown,
of Rapid City, agree to pay the sum OF
$3,2I9.96. the amount of the ex.treasur-
er's shortage as shown upon the face OF
the books, in cash, giving an accepted
check for that amount payable in ten
days. Further, that in case of failure
upon the part Of the county to collect
the amount Of funds held by the Her.
mosa and Hot Springs banks, $2,6l3.26,
deposited to the credit OF B. NJ. Tunley,
treasurer. and withheld by said banks
to apply on said Tunley's private ac-
count, then they, the bondsmen. are to
pay the full amount of these deposits
over to the county.
1t was further agreed that the sum oi
$4,000. the amount Of partial pay ments
received by Tunley, and not appearing
of record, should form tho basis of an
action at law, the same to be tried by
the circuit court in chambers, whose
decision shall be final. Under the cir
cumstances, it may be safely said that q
more favorable agreement, for the coun-
ty. could not haye been reached, and
the CHRosIcLE congratulates the CON-
missioners and the states attorney upon
the result Of their efforts in the adjust
msnt Of the unpleasant affair upon the
satisfactory terms aboye indicated.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23

The Deadwood Pioneer several days
since, devoted considerable SPACE in a
labored effort to display its wonderful
ability as paraphrist at our expense.
The effort was a mastery one, and
while some ofits patrons may, by reason
of a lack Of appreciation, incline to the
opinion that the space could have been
used TO better advantage i'm the publica.
ii on Of items OF more newsy import,
we frankly admit that We. were greatly
pleased with it. and at once gave it a
place in our sacred scrap book. Ifit
would not incur too great q hardship
upon the patrons of the plthy and
paraphrastic Pioneer, the able and only
Evarts would be delighted to have an
other dose Of the same palatable
panacea in some future issue.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23

reached now by railroad, and the
mines, reduction works, minerals found
Hot Springs Sanitarium. are all prepar-
ed in the most taking fashion and will
be sent broadcast throughout this coun-
try and Europe. Cabinets Of ore, photo
graphs of the country can now be found
In the various depots east, west, north
and south on the Burlington road.
Omaha has awakened to the fact that
she is the supply point for the great
stretch Of the western country. and her
merchants are moving. The advent in
the Hills and on the Billings extension
Of Omaha representative business men
struck the key note Of the probabilities
of the Hills as market for Omaha, and
the trade is making rapid strides for the
first place in the western commercial
world. Both roads piercing the Hills
are envied by others who skirt north
and south of this land Of promise. New
territory has been opened TO Omaha by
the B. & NJ. extension and trade that
went to Minneapolis and st. Paul is now
going to Omaha, whilst lumber that had
10 be shipped east and then west now
finds ready market along the towns of
the b. & VI. The Elkhorn will extend
its line to the Hay Greek coal fields and
sill also advertise the Hot Springs
country. The route to Bald Mountain
has been photographed and the grape
vine twists have been the talk OF en-
gineers and others visiting the Hills
Excursions are being planned for the
summer months TO this country from all
eastern cities at very low rates. The
most experienced passenger agents are
abroad in the land pushing this business
and the influx of visitors ID this country
will be immense. The question for the
citizens is what will we do in this mat
ter? "In times Of peace prepare for war"
is true saying, and by concerted action
the Black Hills can have a constant
food of tourists and men seeking invest
ments.-Pioneer
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23
Mining Items.

The total gold product Of the United
States for the year 1894, according to
the most reliable estimates, was about
S4l 100000, an increase over the prevl-
Gus year of about IA per cent.
According to recent decision Of the
department Of the interior, there must
be discovery Of mineral on each 20
acres in placer location of 100 acres
made by an association, and such a
/ location Of that amount, based upon a
single discovery is void, except as to the
20 acres Immediately surrounding such
discovery.
Regular Homestake monthly divi-
dend, No. 1879, of % cents per share, ag-
gregating s3l $50, will be paid by the
company on the 2Sth inst. This sum
swells the aggregate of dividends pal
to the stockholders of this peerless COM
pany to s5.400,0O0, and the monster
mills keep right on pounding away with
a twenty-year supply of ore in sight.
The Holy Terror mine is now report
ed, at depth Of 100 feet, to be the rich
and most promising mine in the Hills.
The ore at that depth is said TO be even
! richer than any that has been previous
ly encountered in that most wonderful
| Of all the golden bonanza's yet discover
ed in tfe richest one hnudred mile
square upon the face Of mother earth.
Confidence in the value Of Custer gold
ores, which for years has been exceed
ingly strong among the persistent pros
pectors especially, has been greatly in
tensiied during the past week by the
receipt Of numerous reports Of sample
tests made at various outside points
upon ores taken from number Of the
mines in this vicinity. The reports are
very encouraging, and would be excit-
ing were it not for the fact Of the mines
being located in the Black Hills which
thus far has only achieved a popular repu-
tation for mining fakes and oyer-drawn
descriptions Of mineral discoveries. A
number Of the tests reported run from
sixty to as high as one hundred and six
dollars per ton, which is a showing that
We opine can not be surpassed in any
other mining district ia the Hills. Pros
perity in this locality is only awaiting
the utilization of the wonderful re-
sources which nature has SO lavishly
bestowed upon us.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23
The Excelsior Dramatic Company

Will present the pleasing and popular
border drama Of Nevada, or the Lost
Mine, at the opera house at Keystone,
on Saturday evening. March End. The
play is one of exceptional merit, and as
presented some time ago at the opera
house in this city for two nights, drew
crowded houses. and gave the highest
satisfaction. The play on this occasion
will abound in catchy specialties, many
of which have never before been pre-
sented upon any stage. The well known
merit of the company renders comment
unnecessary, and that they will be fav-
ored with a liberal patronage, and be
duly appreciated is beyond the question
of doubt. A number of Custer people,
who have witnessed and appreciated this
excellent play here, will visit Keystone
on this occasion and again enjoy re
production OF it's interesting and varied
features.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23
The present outlook for Clusters rapid

The present outlook for Clusters rapid
advancement during the present year il
Of such brilliant promise, and stands
out IN such marked and unmistakable
prominence, that a blind man might
readily determine it through solid
stone wall. A reduction plant cannot
be other than the entering wedge that
will lead to the development and oper-
alton of onr most promising and mex
haustible mineral resources, and the
consequent material prosperity which
will naturally follow in its train. Gus
ter awaits the proper utilization of her
tributary mines, upon which her hope
of future enlarged prosperity mainly
rests. Grant her this, the greatest boon
that could ever bud and bloom upon the
tree Of her metropolitan hope. and she
may well rest her case, and await with
infallible assurance Of reaching a pro-
gressive standard unsurpassed by any
other mining camp in the history oftbe
west.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23

Frank Mondell, recently elected to
represent Wyoming in congress. who,
by the way, is we'll known, and has a
host Of friends in this city, where he
holds valuable property interests. in a
recent interview in Denver, expressed
himself as follows upon the silver ques-
ton: II think the present congress
will make no satisfactory settlement of
the financial question, and il an extra
session be called it will be republican
by good majority which Of itself will
restore confidence in the country be-
lieve. am sure republican congress
will do something for silver and the
president will have to recognize its
power"
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23
Irritation Convention.

Following is the call for an Irrigation
convention to be held at Sturgis on Tues
day, the Goth inst, which should receive
the attention OF. and be largely attended
by the people of the various counties OF
the Hills. inasmuch as its object is one
Of the utmost importance to the masses:
There will be q meeting ofthe citizens
OF Meade, Lawrence. Butte. Pennington,
Custer and Fall River counties held at
Sturgis. s. D., February 20, 1895, at ten
o'clock o. m. for the purpose Of securing
organized effort on some line or lines to
promote practical irrigation. Some of
the best speakers of the Hills will be
present to address the convention. Let
MS have such gathering Of the farmers
and practical business men of the Black
Hills as shall voice the sentiment Of the
people on this important question.
Come and let as work together to lift mp,
build up and make more fruitful the
land in which we live, thereby promot-
ing the prosperity Of all .he people. Let
every man come with an idea and pre-
pared TO express il. An effort is being
made to secure reduced railroad rates
]. j. Davenport. C. V. Gardner. ohm
Scollard, T. G. Phillips, w. v. Doyle, J.
w. Allen, Max Hoehn, r. II. Kirk, and
many others.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23

The several factories which Chadron
has been, for some time, struggling TO
secure, embracing beet sugar plant,
with a capacity Of $50 tons Of beets.
chickory glucose and starch factories.
involving al outlay of more than a
million dollars in the aggregate, is now
said to be certainty. the bonus, S35. 900
in cash. and Sl25,0OO in land. having
been fully subscribed. The citizens are
naturall jubilant over the brilliant pros
poets for the future prosperity of the
city and country tributary thereto.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23

The Burlington Routes Personally
Conducted Excursions to the Pacific
Coast are just the thing for the p ople of
moderate means. Cheap-respectable-
comfortabe-expeditious.
From Omaha and Lincoln eyerv
Thursday. Through to Los Angeles and
san Francisco without change. Expert
enced Excursion managers and uni
formed porters in charge. Second class
tickets accepted. Cars are carpeted and
upholstered and have spring seats and
backs, mattresses. blankets, curtains,
pillows. towels, etc. Only $500 for a
double berth, wide and big enough for
two.
The route is over the Scenic Line OF
the World" through Denver, Salt Lake
City aud Sacramento. All the wonder
fnl canons and peaks ofthe Rocky Noun
tains are passed during the day.
II you are going west you should ar
range TO join one of those excursions.
They are the best, across the continent.
Information and advertising matter on
application 10 the local agent or by ad-
dressing.
]. Francis. Genl Pass'r. Agent. oma-
ha, Neb.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23
Diad.

At the residence Of his son in this city
at ll:30 p. m. on Thursday, the 2lst inst,
Orange Webster, in the S2nd year of his
age.
Deceased was taken down with q
violent attack of la grippe sbou. week
ago, which was followed by softening o
the brain, to which in consequence o.
bis advanced age, he soon succumbed.
Funeral services will be conducted by
Rev Boswell at the residence of ID. W
Webster, son of the deceased, on Sunday
tomorrow l:30 p. M.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23
To Improve Cooking Receipts.

As a matter Of useful information it
may be stated that whenever a cooking
receipt calls for baking powder the
Royal should be used. The receipt
will be found 10 work better and surer,
and the bread. biscuit, rolls, dumplings,
crusts, puddings, crullers or whatever
made. will be produced sweeter. lighter,
finer-favored, more dainty, palatable
and wholesome. Besides, the Royal
viii, go further or has greater leavenine
power, and is therefore more economical
than any other powder.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23
Married.

At Pringte station, twelve miles south
Of this city, on Saturday, the 10Th inst,
George Decker and Miss Jennie NJ.
Croford, K. W. Windsor, j. F., otticiat-
ing.
The CHRONICLE cheerfully unites with
the numerous friends of the happy
couple in extending congratulations and
the best wishes for their future happi-
ness and prosperity.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23
Attention Sir knights L.

There will be meeting of Tin City
Division No. 9, L. r. X. of p, at their
hall on Tuesday evening, Feb. 10Th. All
Sir Knights are earnestly requested 10
be in attendance, as business of i'm
portance will come before the Division
By order, FRANK WALSH, ). K. c.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23
Black Hills to the Front.

The present year will be one in which
the railroads from Omaha west. and TO
the Black Hills especially, win use the
printers ink for all there is in ii. The
b. 4 NJ. 10 carefully compiling data
setting forth the resources Of the Black
Hilla The scenic routes In tbe HIls.
rol ing prairiss Of Wyoming, the Cu->er
battle 6eld ~ Inaccessible for troots
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23
Four Mile School Report for Month End
ing Jon. 18th, 1895.
No. Of pupils enrolled. 81.

NO. OF pupils enroIIeu, OF.
Per cent OF attendance. SO.
Those standing 80 and above on ex
animation: frankie Layton SO, HelmeI
Bostrom 90, Aibien Lindstrom 90, Char
ley Carr 81, Ida Bostrom 81 Alya Lind
strom 81, Walter Bond 81. Maggie Lay.
ton 81, Mark Holmes 95, Rubie Layton
95. Maud Metcsif so, Tommie Pope 80
Roy Metca!f "a, Clyde Holmes "a, Will
lie Thompson 80, Lulu Layton 81, Mabel
Pope go.
Pupils neither absent or tardy: Fran
kie Layton, Helmer Bostrom. Ida Bos-
trom, Alva Lindsirom, Lewis Handy,
Lille Lindstrom, Walter Bond, Maggie
Layton, Lulu Layton.
q. VI. MULLEN, Teacher.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23
Teachers Examination.

Notice is hereby given that a public
examination ofapplicants for certificates
to teach in Custer county. So. OAK, will
be held at the public school building at
Buffalo Gap, Friday, March lst, 1895,
beginning at o'clock a. m.
ELLA NJ DREW Co Supt
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23

A bill is pending in the state legisla-
ture fxing the salaries Of county super
intendents of schools. under the provi-
sions of which that officer would receive
for his. or her services the sum Of $500
per snnum In Custer county. The
salary In the various counties under this
bill would range from $500 to $500 per
annum.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1895-02-23
Attention Guards.

There will be a meeting of the Custer
Guards at the opera house next We'd
nesdav evening. FEB. 9th. Business OF
importance and monthly roll call.
By order A. NJ. WILLARD,
Capt. Commanding.