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Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11
A Misleading Statement.

The Lead Call published IN a recent
issue what purported to be correct list
OF all the cities and towns of the state
having population Of more than $50,
as shown by the census report of South
j isaAota for lsss, iu which the -Ssllo~iag
towns were omitted all of which are ac-
credited by the census report with a
population exceeding 500: Custer,
Sturgis. Webster and Tyndall. 1t would
be proper foi the Call TO correct its list
for the benefit Of its readers, and also
for the reason that it is always better to
be accurate. it might correct an error
made in stating the population Of Huron,
which is 2,5l4 and not 1872 as erroneous
ly stated by the Call. Further it might
also be proper to include Armour in
the list, with a population of 100.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11
Queer Medicine.

4 Sioux Indian who has been in at
tendance upon United States commits
sioners' court at Hot Springs for couple
Of days past, made the banks" look
silly" The fellow, Bad Corn Cob, by
rame, played a steadily winning game,
and stoica!ly stored his winnings under
the folds of his blanket. Pale faces who
followed his play also won, but as soon
as he observed that his play was being
followed he stopped playing Judge
Burns informed us that Bad Corn Cob
informed him that he was great me-
dicine man. and had medicine for gam
bling, by the aid of which anyone was
sure to win. and that he would sell a
small portion for two ponies or seventy
five dollars. This medicine was i'm the
form OF an amulet worn about the right
wrist. and his hand alone must touch
the stakes. Bad Corn Cob professed
also to have another far more valuable
and interesting medicine, by the aid of
which the affections of the fair sex
could be instantly and lastingly won.
This latter medicine was far more costly.
Bad Corn Cob will be in Dead ood DUR
ing the February term of the Federal
court, where he can be interviewed by
the gains and the young men Of matrs-
nonial inclinations. Judge Burns de-
nies that he is student or a patient of
the medicine man, who is, however,
sure Of one customer. for while writing
the above a prominent society young
man looked over the shoulder of the re-
porter and begged for an introduction
to Bad Corn Cob Immediately upon his
arrival. al.-Pioneer.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11
Says IL Will be Built.

w. T. Coad Of Rapid. the promoter Of
the Dakota & Wyoming railroad, was in
the city yesterday and says the road
will be built; that the bonds to complete
the first thirty two miles, from Rapid to
Mystic. have been sold. all tho contracts
having been signed. Mr.. Coad does
not known just when work will be re-
suned. hut in the near future, and when
commenced it will continue until the
road is completed to the Wyoming coal
fields on the west. and the Missouri
river on the east, thus giving the Hills
direct route to the eastern portion Of
the state. In this even. Rapid City will
be the junction ON the Elkhorn and
Mystic on the b. & nj. That, however,
does not concern us. We want the road
and all the other roads we can get.
There are few men in Rapid City ~ho
do not deserve another road. for they
done all they could to obstruct and de
lay, IL sot defeat. the object for which
Mr.. Coad has sacrificed his law practice
and four years of his time. Mr.. Coad
las very psrceptibly aged since he be-
gan TO build that road aud he deserves
Of success. Pioneer.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11
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Prof. EmnaonS Plan.

Prof. Stephen II. Emmons, a well
known mineralogist, who will be re-
membered by our local readers as
visitor in this place several years ago,
when he took options upon number Of
mining properties in this locality, sue
gests unique plan whereby the gov
ernment may maintain its gold reserve.
He says. in part: IF the secretary OF
the treasury will put himself in CON-
munication with the owners of gold
mines throughout this country he can
cause the entire gold production of the
United States to be placed at the dis
posal Of the government in exchange
for silver coin. So far, at any rate, as
the mines which possess or person
ally direct. are concerned, am willing
to undertake such q plan, though the
output of gold is q very considerable
amount, and there cannot be any
doubt Of every other American gold
mining corporation being ready to do
the same. The assistance thus obtain
ed by the government will not involve
any bond issue and will not saddle the
nation with any interest charge or syn.
dicate remuneration. II will add to
the volume Of homo currency and at
The same time 1t will equally increase
the amount OF international currency
in the treasury"
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11

The CHRONICLE makes no accusation
against any particular individual, or
individuals, but speaking IN relation to
the practice which has obtained to some
extent among claim owners in al min
ing districts, Of extolling the merits Of
their particular claims to the utter dis
paragement Of the claims Of others, it
does not hesitate to say that, such prac-
tice is not only despicable and con-
temptible, but manifestly detrimental
TO the best interests of the community
at large. 1t has not been an uncommon
occurrence in some mining districts,
when visited by men representing out
side capital seeking investment in
mining property, for them to be misled
by adverse reports concerning the prop
erty, the purchase Of which was being
held under contemplation. These adj
verse reports are invariably supple
mented by these naligners, with the
widest statements as to the superior
merits of their own holdings, WHICH -s
most cases, inspire feeling of disgust
on the part of the would be purchaser,
and results in an early decision to
ignore further investigation and the
sudden conclusion to quit the camp
To such an extent has this baleful prac-
tice been resorted to, in some camps, that
it has become necessary 10 observe the
utmost care in the matter Of preventing
visiting investors from coming in con-
tact with those who are given to this
selfish practice, and not infrequently
has it been deemed advisable to take
them from the train at some obscure
station, and convey them secretly to
the properties they desire to investigate.
Such a condition Of affairs is especially
detrimental to any camp and results in
the creation Of q general feeling Of dis
trust among claim owners, which seals
their lips against the newspaper re-
porter when he seeks to obtein any
information whatever concerning pros
pective deals, or future intentions. The
camp that finds itself in such a condi-
tion is very seriously handicapped, and
should employ some quick and adequate
means for the eradication of this most
lamentable and blighting curse.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11
OYerdid the Thing

Prof Cook, principal of the Spearfish
Normal has succeeded in getting the par
ents OF many pupils of the school and
the public generally to hurl great chunks
Of wrath at him The professor ranks
away mp san educator, but has peculiar
ways that gentleman of his education
should not have. There is such thing
as OVERRIDING discipline and the professor
laid himself wide open for criticism
when he convened school on New Years
morning. While New Years day was
generally observed as holiday through
out the christian world, Prof Cook put
himself upon record by disregarding the
day.-Iead Call.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11

The Rapid Stockman says Reports
from the range generally throughout
South Dakota. North Dakota, Wyoming,
north Nebraska and southeastern Mon
tana indicate range stock to be in good
condition, feed as rule abundant. snow
in some sections with quite cold wea.
their, but no losses to speak of. Condi-
tions in South Dakota and Wyoming
were never better and cattlemen are
looking forward to the shipping season
Of 1896 for big shipments of excellent
beef stock. A few southern shipments
have already arrived"
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11
New Mining Generations.

Articles Of Incorporation have recent
ly been filed at Pierre for the Ruckhorn
Gold Mining company. Capital stock
81 100000, headquarters, Hot Springs,
incorporators, F. 7. Evans and Harry
Clark, of Hot Springs, and w. G. Por-
ter, P. F. Mclaughlin and others of
Custer.
Articles have also been Fl ed for the
Hercules Mining and Milling com pany
at Deadwood. Capital stock sl,25000O.
Incorporators, T. l.. McKinnon, Job
Lawrenson and Stewart Fox, Of Dead
wood.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11
A.BooN FOR CUSTER.

The reported success of the Mofitt
process in the treatment Of refractory
gold ores, which is said to have recently
been satisfactorily demonstrated in the
northern Hills, is hailed here as being
one of the most fortunate events that
could have happened for this place.
While its success augurs favorably for
the general benefit of the Black Hills,
its benefits will be especially great in
this district where vast quantities of
refractory gold ores, of exceptional
grade are known to exist, in the treat
ment of which, all of the popular meth
DDS of reduction have failed of success.
So much has been said and written
locally concerning the Motif Oxidizer
during the past few months that We
deem il unnecessary to describe it its
name indicating its purpose that of
oxidizing the ores treated, and thus re-
ducing them TO free milling state. If,
as alleged, its success has been practi-
cally determined, then the great problem
OF gold ore reduction upon a basis of
profit in this district, which has been
for so long period mooted question.
has been happily solved The cost Of
ore treatment by this process, which is
practically Insignificant as compared
with that Of other methods now being
generally employed. which, 1t is said,
does not exceed sl.25 per ton, is also a
most significant and important feature,
making it possible To treat. with profit.
vast bodies of low grade ores. which
could not be successfully operated upon
basis of the higher schedule Of pre-
vailing rates. If this process Of treating
ores has been proven success, as
claimed, it cannot in any event result
otherwise than in boon, if not boom
to Custer, in the event Of its adoption in
this district.
While the CHRONICLE is aware of the
fact that, the process has been closely
watched by our people during the vari-
ed experimental stages of its introduc-
tion In the northern Hills, 1t is especi-
ally desirous that they keep their eyes
turned steadily in that direction until
the success which Is now claimed for ii
has ripened into absolute certainty,
when it is urged that steps may be i'm.
mediately taken TO avail ourselves Of its
benefits. If in the event of delay in
having an outsidde company establish
plant here. let our citizens proceed at
once to organize a stock company with
that greatly desired and vitality i'm
portant object in view. Let us keep an
eye on the oxidizer, and when it is
proved success beyond cavil, take off
our coats, roll up our sleeves, spit on
our hands and pitch in with will and
a determination that cannot fail to &C.
complish the end desired.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11

Concerning the relationship existing
between the newspapers and the public,
the Spearfish Register aptly and fitting
ly says: "The editor works for the
man who patronizes him. This is human
nature. He calls his subscribers atten-
tion to interesting matter and new goods
more frequently than any other man
because he knows the former will read
what he writes. He watches for i'm
provements made by subscribers, he
notes their success, he lauds their sue
cess and when tbs possible to assist the
subscriber in legitimate way he does il
In preference to the man who doesn't
patronize a paper. The merchant who
subscribes and advertises in the local
paper is thus placed at a great advant.
age over his rivals. The sale of goods,
the arrival of coIlsignments, the i'm
provements in his store, anything of
this character that will be Of help to
him and Of interest to the public is com.
mented upon and made known to the
readers. Some merchants who never
spend shilling with newspapers won
der Why their trade doesn't grow. The
papers never say anything against such
men but simply le. them alone, and in
time they die commercially for no one
ever knows they are doing business."
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11

about $4,000 on hand the first of the
year, Land Commissioner Lockhart de-
cided that it would do more good to the
school districts of the state If it were
placed in their hands now than to wait
until the time arrived to make distri-
bution in July, and ia sending it out. This
gives the schools assistance six months
sooner, and the meney is not lying idle
In the treasury. In making the appor-
honment it appears that the state has
gained 1000 in school population since
January, 1885, and the amount sent out
gives 40 cents per capita on the total
school population toward aiding the
schools.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11

The latest news at hand from Cuba is
strongly indicative of the early achieve
ment of the islands independence, with
out the aid of Uncle Sam or any other
power. Unconfrned advices, point to
the probability of the capital CITY,
Havana. being now in the spoa~>--isa ~.f
the insurgents, which. if true may be
safely accepted as the final climax of
Cuban victory, which will speedily be
supplemented by the establishment Of a
new republic, TO the great discontinue
and chagrin of Spain, and the supreme
satisfaction of the silent, but neverthe.
less friendly, and most powerful repub-
lie extant. Cuba has made a noble
struggle, and we'll deserves the liberty
she has long been contending for. under
circumstances that required nothing
short of the most heroic effort to attain.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11

A bid for the gale of one hundred
dollars of U. S. four per cent bonds was
issued by Secretary Carlisle on the 9th
inst. The denominations of the bonds
are to be fifty dollars and multiples as
desired by bidders. The bonds run
thirty years, the interest upon which is
made payable quarterly in coin. This
issue is denominated popular loan,
and is expected to be entirely taken by
the patriotic citizens Of the great nation,
which now finds itself hedged about by
a peculiar and unwarranted situation
demanding call for bonds when peace
perfect and white winged, prevails
throughout the land.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11
Patriotic Duty.

The following telegram, which ia self
explanatory, was received on Monday
by the First National Bank of Custer
from the New York World:
New York. Jan. 5, 1896.
FIRST NATIONAL BANE, Custer, s. u.
We to-day. ask all National Banks
whether il president makes call to re-
pIenish gold reserve they will consider
it patriotic duty 10 take bonds, three
per cent basis, will YOU invest, and to
what extent?
THE WoPLD.
In response TO the above message
President Carrigan at once responded
in a manner which clearly indicated
that he was in sympathy with the move
ment, signifying his readiness to invest
the sum Of $4,000 in the bonds upon
the basis specified.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11
THE WopLD.
A NarroW EscRpe.

]. NJ. Jones, of Omaha, when attempt
ing to board the passenger train on Sat-
urdsy evening at this place. while the
same was in motion, slipped and fell
between the platform and the rear coach
sustaining painful, but not serious in
juries. The train backed up to the
depot and took him on board, the train
men rendering him every assistance in
their power. 1t was regarded as one of
the narrowest escapes from instant
death that has ever happened on the
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11

The only drawback to Edgemont's
progress has been overcome by striking
an ample water supply at depth of 264
feet in we'll recently bored at that
place from which = pump throwing 10
gallons per minute is said to have no
perceptlble effect. Now, what is the
matter with Edgemont blossoning out
into full blown metropolitan greatness
Nothing. Let her go Cradle.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11
Old People.

Old people who require medicine to
regulate the bowels and kidneys will
find the true remedy in Electric Bitters
This medicine does not stimulate and
contains no whiskey nor other intoxi-
cant, but acts as a tonic and Alternative.
1t acts mildly on the stomach and bowels,
adding strength and giving tone to the
performance of the functions. Electric
Bitters is an excellent appetizer and
aids digestion. Old people find it inst
exactly what they need. Price fifty
cents per bottle at A. Jones & Cos drug
store
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11
COMMITTEE.

Coughing irritates the delicate organs
and agarayates the disease. Instead of
waiting. try One Minute Cough Cure.
1t helps at once, making expectoration
easy. reduces the soreness and inflam
nation. Every one likes it. Al Jones
& Cos drug store.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11

The gold production Of the world for
the year 1895 is reported at $20S, l2o, 500,
Of which the United States produced
s44.S7O, ,99s. placing her hrst upon the
list Of the gold producing countries,
South Africa was close second. with
an aggregate production Of $44, 700,
and Australasia close upon tha heels OF
the latter. with an even ~. .ooO. 900. The
report shows an increase in tho worlds
production over the proceeding year, Of
s2s,575. 900. Of which $4,000 Is credit.
70 the United States,
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11

A Pierre special Of the 9th inst says
state Treasurer Phillips paid today
sl2O,ooo ofthe s220.OOO funding warrants
due at the time ofthe Taylor defalcation
which took place year ago tomorrow.
Treasurer Phillips says state finances
are in good shape and improving right
alonon
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11
A. E, & A. M,

Special communication Of Custer City
Lodge No. 66, A. f. and A. NJ. is called
for Wednesday evening, the 18th inst,
at their hall. All members are request
ed to be present, as business of import
nuco ~ttt oe pteseae~a sox eSesAA~rxekou
BY order Of w. VI.
w e. PORTER, Secretary.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11
Bucklen's Arnica Salye.

The best salve in the world for cuts,
bruises, sores, ulcers, salt rheum. fever
sores, letter. chapped hands, chilblains,
corns, and all skin eruptions, and posi-
lively cures piles, or no pay required.
II Is guaranteed TO give perfect satisfac
ton or money refunded. Price % cents
per box. For sale by A. Jones & Co.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11
Ovster Social.

The ladies of the VI. T.. Church Aid
Society announce an oyster social at the
home Of Mrs. Odo Reder on Wednesday
evening. the 18th inst, which promises
to be very enjoyable affair, and the
ladies invite you all tc come.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11

No excuse for sleepless nights when
you can procure One Minute Cough
Cure. This will relieve all annoyances
cure the most severe cough and give
you rest and health. Can you afford TO
DO without it? A.. j. Jones & Co. drug
store
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11
Notice WAh-Wahs.

You are requested to meet at Gar
locks opera house Monday evening,
January 18th, 1896, at p. m.
There is important business to transact.
BY order of the
CONNITTEF
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11
Fast Gaming Popularity

Or. Clark,s catarrh remedy is fast
gaining reputation among our people.
Rey. McCready has lately been taking it
for bronchitis, and says it is helping
him wonderfully Advocate.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11
For Over Fifty Years

An Old and Well-Pried Remedy
Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup has been
used for over fifty years by millions of
mothers for their children while teeth
ing, with perfect success. 1t soothes
the child, softens the gums, allays all
pain, cures wind collie. and is the best
remedy for Diarrhea. Is pleasant to
the taste Sold by Druggists In every
part of the World. Twenty five cents a
bottle. Its value is incalculabe. Be sure
and ask for Mrs. Winslow's Soothing
Syrup, and take no other kind.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11

One Minute Cough Cure is rightly
named. 1t affords instant relief from
suffering when afflicted with severe
cough or cold. N acts on the throat
bronchial tubes and lungs. and never
fails to give immediate relief. A. j.
Jones K Co.'S drug store
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1896-01-11
School FUND Distsibutsd.

"a Pierre special Of the 3ist oit. to the
Sioux City Journal says while there
10 only provisions for one apportion
ment of the Interest and income fund
Tor the benefit Of the schools in each
ysAs>sH ths Ist sf Jsly--thsrs being
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1896-06-19

The ninety-second commencement of
the University of Vermont and State
Agricultural college will open Saturday
evening, June 20, with concert by the
glee, banjo and mandolin clubs at the
Howard Opera House. At 8 O'Clock p.
NJ, Sunday, President Buckham will
deliver the baccalaureate sermon; at
7.30 p. M, Rev. Charles F. Dole of
Jamaica Plain, Mass, will deliver an
address at the College street church. On
Monday the class day exercises will take
place at 2 p. m, followed by a reception
and promenade in the evening. Tues
days programme includes society and
alumni meetings in the morning, the
dedication of Williams Science hall and
Converse hall at O'Clock p. M, and
Forest prize speaking at s p. m. The
orations by the graduating class takes
place Wednesday morning at II O'Clock
and the entrance examinations Thursday
at a. m. and p. m.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1896-06-19

After meals you should have simply a
feeling of comfort and satisfaction. You
should not feel any special indications
that digestion is going on. If you do,
you have indigestion, which means not
digestion. This may be the beginning OF
so many dangerous diseases, that it is
best to take it in hand at once and treat
it with Shaker Digestive Cordial. For
you know that Indigestion makes poison,
which causes pain and sickness. And
that Shaker Digestive Cordial helps dl-
gestion and cures Indigestion. Shaker
Digestive Cordial does this by providing
the digestive materials in which the sick
stomach is wanting. 1t also tones up
and strengthens the digestive organs and
makes them perfectly healthy. This is
the rationale of it's method OF cure, as the
doctors would say. Sold by druggists
price 10 cents to $1.00 per bottle.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1896-06-19

Statistics published at Fall River
a few days ago prove once more that
some political elements are on false
scent. Six new mills have been built
in that city since 1894; the number
OF spindles has been enlarged by
nearly 100000, the number of looms
by nearly 1900, the number of en-
ployees by 2,034, and the number of
bales of cotton used in one year has
increased from 304, $50 to 344, $50,
a gain of 10000 bales. Fall River
has now nearly 100000 more
spindles than any other manufactur-
ing center in America. This would
seem to indicate that New England's
cotton industry is not suffering over
much at the present moment. One
year with another, the productions
of cottons in 1895 gives no reason
for gloomy forebodings.