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Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1897-09-17
SQUARE MILES OF FLAMES.
Dismal Swamp in Virginia and North
Carolina Burning.

Norfolk, Va, Sept. 7.-The great dis
NAL swamp of Virginia and North Caro-
lima, covering 400 square miles, is afire
from one end to the other, result of the
unprecedented drought and excessively
hot weather. No one inhabits the swamp,
but wild animals; therefore no attempt
has been made to check the flames.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1897-09-17
Anarchists Dispersed,

Brussels, Sept. 17.-Subsequent to the
expulsion from this city yesterday of
Louise Michel, the French anarchist, and
Charlotte Fauille and Brousson Loux,
who came here for fortnight on a
speech making tour in aid of the families
of the anarchists executed in Spain, the
police arrested Is persons suspected of
being anarchists. The police also, with
drawn swords, dispersed several bands
parading the streets shouting and cheer
ing for anarchy.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1897-09-17
Captured by the Insurgents.

Washington, Sept. ia telegram has
been received by the state department
confirming the press reports of the cap.
ture yesterday by the insurgents of the
government position at Quezalatenango
Guatemala, about SO miles back from the
Pacific coast.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1897-09-17
Sighted n Balloon.

st. Petersburg, Sept. IA telegraph
message from Krasnoyars, Siberia, dated
September "A, says that the inhabitants
of Antisifirowskoje, Arctic Russia, saw a
balloon, believed to be that of Professor
Andrae, the Swedish aeronaut. The bal
loon was in sight for about five '.7nutes.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1897-09-17

and "Pete" and "Rose" do not harness up
very smoothly and symmetrically to-
gether according to the views of this
modest scribe. Doubtless the word Flor
enoe, which means blooming, will be EN-.
ployed in this instance.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1897-09-17
TrOODs for Alaska.

Washington, Sept. 17.-At today's cabi-
net meeting it was decided to send a
company of infantry to st. Miohael's,
Alaska. Secretary Alger proposes to
have the company sail within week.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1897-09-17
I, FRIDAY. SEPTEMBER IL, 1897.


Chicago, Sept. 1.-THE weather shows
killing frosts last night all over the Da-
kotas and frosts generally in Minnesota,
North Dakota, and Iowa. 1t ia showing
in western Kansas this morning.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1897-09-17
ANTONIO JOSEPH, Prop,

T Ojo Oaliente, Taos County, New Mexico
This attractive ct all and all winter
Passengers Oio Caiente leave Santa Fe at 116
and reach Ojo Oants al the day. Fare for the
sound "trip from Santa Fe to Ojo Calients, ~.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15

d. w. Parker OF Olney was delivering
trees here last weok.-Mr. and Mrs.
Hinshaw have moved back to Holbrook.
Jim and Doc Bennett and O. ID.
Horner mnde trip to the cedars for
posts last week. b. Brown brought
a tank full OF water from Rocky Ford
Friday.--Miss Della HUFF entertoined
a party of school friends on her birthday
last Thursday.-Leoa and Bessie Shell
ton have been suffering from sore throat
but are now better.-Mrs. Geo. Parker
and Mrs. A. Frost Of La Junta visited at
j. L. Bennetts Sunday.-Mr. Glib.
bons came down from Pueblo Saturday
to visit his ranch returning on Monday.
and Mrs. E. NJ. Deitz will remove
to La Junta next week. Wo are sorry
to have them leave Jno. Seeman lost
a valuable COW lust week from swallow.
ing a niiL-A large crowd attended
the meeting Mt Campbell school house
Tuesday night. Elder RAIDER and Revs.
Jobes, Collott and Everitt conducted the
sister Of the Ball brothers
is here from Gibson. Ills.-L. ID. Stan
ton and Miss Ada Wilkins were married
mt La Junta last Thursday.-M. B.
Chambers left for Pueblo on Thursday.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15

On account Of bridge building, water
is turned out of the Catlin this week.
A ride up the Boulevard, west, reveals
the fact that at least one orchardist does
not believe in growing or keeping weeds.
To all others would say, $50 and do thou
likewise Brown and Harsh
returned Friday. from Kansas City,
T. ]. Whitman OF Olney was visitor
here Thursday.-O. B. Stauffer: Rocky
Ford's seedman was in town Monday.---
Mr.. Smiths children came from Morton
ounty, Kan., last week, bringing some
old buildings with them.--R. Q. Nc;
CLAIM shows his faith by his works and
sets out 1000 Concord grapes.--Sen-
ator Swink passed through town Satmr-
day, and remarked to friend, "The
thing is over."-Sunshine, clouds,
wind, dust, snow, rain, sunshine, and
beautiful moonlight was the record FOR
one "a hours this week.-Mrs.. j. N.
Beatty is reported on the sick list:.-.
Mr.. Cozzens sister OF Denver is visiting
with J. W. Beaty's-rhe kiln of brick
for J. w. McLain's residence is ready to
burn.-Marion Stipp late OF South
America is visiting with relatives this
week.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15
doctors Of Refraction," or travelir

doctors OF Refraction," or travelling
opticians, have been working the schools
Of the state for business. These fnkirs
claim that they are gathoring statistics
in regard to the condition OF the child
ren's eyes and give out the impression
that they are from some state institution.
They examine tho eyes Of the school
children and then sell glasses to those
they decide are in need Of them. They
are humbugs and should be promptly
bounced when they appear.
Here is bit Of information worth a
years subscription to % per cent OF. our
readers: Don't cut your corns with q
rnzor, but after washing and drying your
feet rub the corn with bit Of pumice
stone or, il that is not available, use a
piece OF chalk-crnyon such rs the child
rem use ut school. Two or three such
treatments will cause the corns to dis
appear. And when they have done so
pay year in advance for the Enterprise
and advise your neighbor to do likewise.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15
Melon Groxers Annual Meeting.

We are indebted to VIM. Matthews for
the following report OF the Rocky Ford
Melon Growers association held Sat-,
April 10, at Odd Fellows Hall:
The Rocky Ford Melon Growers As
eociation held most important meeting
last Saturday without bloodshed. Hope
and fear were in our hearts as all sorts OF
in the air for weeks. The cause sim
mered down to this the time the as
sociation was formed there was another
in existence, smaller, with no high-sound-
ing title and no articles OF incorporation,
but none the less an association with the
right OF managing its own affairs in it's
own way. They Ind done business for
some time and had arrangements made
for the future. The new association
wanted to absorb the old one, of course,
for the benefit Of all parties. but the old
one was fearful OF the success OF the new
one and fearful that the latter would not
meet the requirements OF the contract re-
ferred to, 30 would not join except on the
condition that the original association
should be allowed the privilege OF per-
forming obligations already entered into
for the year, but offered to pay their pro.
portion OF the total expense. A compro-
mise was effected on nearly this basis
and the new association ratified it
WltnOut QlesentlnR VOICE. Inc natcnet
is buried and the burial will benefit the
valley by thousands of dollars.
After warm discussion on Sunday
shipping It was decided to leave It TO the
conscience and discretion Of each indiv-
idual seipper. Mr.. Coffey, commits
sion man from Colorado Springs, made
quite an interesting talk and strongly
urged and advised all parties to join and
to induce all others to do 30.
Through an commission Of the secretary
the name of A. G. Conner was left of the
list Of nominations for directors and he
is not on the board.
The election OF directors for the ensu-
ing year resulted in an almost entirely
new board. 1t is to be hoped that the
change may be wise one, new broom
sweeps clean. The original board de.
serves credit for what it has accomplished
and no doubt the new members will fol-
low very nearly the plans mapped out.
It should be the aim Of the whole com.
munity to encourage by every means and
cooperate with the directors. The ma
iority made the choice and q majo rity is
almost always correct.
The board consists OF g. w. Swink,
pree., NJ. Badger, vice pres, F. Or owley,
secy., Mumford, Waddington, Allen,
Hale, Coffman md g. A. Jones. A. p.
Kouns was elected treasurer and Ed.
Swink manager.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15
Another Plum for Rocky Ford.

Judge John vaorhees has sent to Con-
gressman Bell the results of the prelimi.
nary examinations for West Point which
were held hero on March q. Five OF the
young men taking the mental test passed
above the required average and their
nnmes are all included in the list. They
were w. l.. Guthrie, of Rocky Ford, and
Laurence Lewis, Charles N. Newell and
A. G. Glenn Of Pueblo. The final result
will not be known until the appointment
is made by the war department.-Pueblo
Chieftain.
Mr.. Guthrie headed the list in both
mental any physical examinations and
his prospects for cadetship are indeed
bright. He is one OF our most capable
and well-thought- of young men and has
many friends who will be happy to con-
gratulate him on his success.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15
ORDINANCE NO. 81.
An Ordinance concerning siaswalks and r,

An ofaInanos concerning .iaewalks ,;S, and re
GRADE ETc.-Ali sidewalks which may be or
dered by the mayor and board of trustees
ence of, and to tho satisfaction OF the said
board OF trustees, and shall be OF the widti
herein specified. unless a different width shall
be specified IN the order. to-wit: on Nair
street between Sycamore avenue and Swlnk
avenue 10 feet, TO be built of cement or hag
or cement and OF the following grade to.wit:
Fall o:Is per iOO II to south line OF South
b. II. on sill to corner door swink hotel 10000
?. N; on Foundation OF 9; F; hall loo;sI; :.
Fail per 10 81 point south
OF center track X. Il. 89.i5
Level grade TO north line North Front St. ;,
Fail 0.6s per 100 feet TO point leo feet north
of south line of swink Ave.
ing on N. ". corner OF Main and Elm St.
Eiy: q grade on point 100 Z. north swink ave-
D. II. Iron sill building on $. W. corner Main
street and Swink ave 97.40.
All said sidewalks shall have fall from tho
grade line next to building to outside of side
Sec. 2. GnApEs-How ESTABLISHED. PEN
not herein established shall be givcn by the
grade shall be established by the said board.
if any person shall build or assist In build
essenblssed s sh Without s rst H obtaina1s spsae
therefor from the aald board OF trustees or
contrary to any grade WHICH may be obtained
building any sidewalk contrary to any grade
which may be established by the said board
ordnanee he shall y IL in eIther ease be- sabieSs @
70 penalty OF slO for every offense, and to a
like penalty for every ,day he shall full to re-
move or reconstruct tho same after notice by
the mayor or board OF trustees to move or
reconstruct the same.
Sec. CHAsuE OF GRADE AND REPAIRS
OF real estate In said town shall be required
and notified by the mayor or board Of trus-
walk, It shall be the duty Of such owner For or
occupant to caue the said Improvement to bc
scribed by snid board. II any such owner or
occupant shall neglect or refuse to comply
any ssSnsq ~ he he @
:, Sec. !. PoRCHEs ETo....LiNE or CELLAR
other window shall extend into any sidewalk
more thnn u inches nor shall any cellar door
than one Inch at the the oator side, nor nor more more
than inches near tho store or other building.
nor nor shall the hinges thereof. or amy other
my other fastening be placed on the upper
fense and q like penalty for every day such
yiolation shall continue after lapse of three
tees to remove the same.
Sec. g.. SIGNS AND AWNING POSTS PRonIB.
ITED-WHERE-PENALTY sign or other
erected or placed shall be permitted to re-
main in or upon any sidewalk or street. or
any other public way under Il penalty of $500
and a like penalty for every day such post
shall be allowed to remain after notice to tho
mayor or board of trustees to remove tho
same.
Sec. Q. CovEn1sa AND ELEyATIoN or AVN
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15
Ordinance No. 55.
An ordinance entitled the Annual Appropr

ton Bill.
the Incorporated town OF Rocky Ford. Colo
RADIO: =,
SEQ. 1. Thore Is hereby appropriated A. the he
sum OF seven thousand one hundred "! !,lOoUO)
dollars from all sales assessments anc reve-
nues deemed necessary to defray al! necessa;
ry expenses and liabilities OF said Municipni
Curporation for the fiscal year ending APRIL
tho list, 1898 and for the objects and purposes
as is herein set forth. ,on
For payment of int. on water bonQs. .---e Wv
For sinking fund for water bonds NO. 2--- I'D
Enr tho .sNrr nvcnt find - 100
For repairs on reservoirs and lRterals SU
For work ON streets and alleys; for salary 5000
OF street & water commiss'r marshall IzHg
For purchase OF water OF Catlin Ditch 20 u
For extension of pipe lines. .------------- ~ ~
For outstanding Indebtedness. SW
Secs No further appropriations shall De
made within said fiscal year. unless the prop
osition to mako each appropriation mas peen
frst sanctioned by majority OF tho legal , vo-
ters OF said town at general or speciai etec-
tion duly called therefor.
Passed by the yeas and nays being cAlled
and concurrence of q majority OF the whole
aum Der OF trustees voting.
1897. ]. G. Gracey,
Attest, Mayor
G.H. winchell. Town Clerk.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15
The San Luis Valley Graphic comes

The San Luis Valley Graphic comes
to us this week with good share OF ita
space devoted 10 vituperation aimed at
those who were in favor of removing the
soldiers home to old Fort Lyon. It de.
votes half column Of space to tho
enumeration Of the appropriations asked
for the home and refused by the legisla.
ture Monte Vista got the soldiers home
and GO, 900 year to run it. We would
euggeet to them that il they wish to re-
tain the home they miget hold jubilee
meeting in honor OF Senator Moody and
take mp collection sufficient to build
the fence around the old soldiers ceme-
tery for which an appropriation Of 800
yvaa asked
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15

In speaking Of the bill giving II
layger appropriation for the state board
Of horticulture the Denver News says:
,'The fruit industry deserves the fostes-
ing care Of the general assembly. Tho
valpe Of our orchards and fruit lands
already spproximates e2s,0O0,0o0 and is
annually increasing. The value OF the
product is also growing, and the indus
try has taken firm hold on the state as
one Of the most profitable sources Of in
lome for its citizens". To which We will
add that Rocky Ford will soon be known
as the most important center for this gs seat
and growing business.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15
0TERO COUNTY CORRESPONDENCE.

on one OF her fingers. Mr.. and Mrs.
Bert Lewis and his father from Minne-
apolis, Baca Co. were the guests OF Mrs.
Mccoy as they passed through this place
on their way to LIN Vata, where they ex-
pect to make their home in the future.
Mr.. Landis and family from Olney
spent last Sunday with the Wilson fam
Bonewitz and family from
Villas passed through here last Monday
enroute to Canon City wherc they will 10.
cate. Mrs. Frank Kingery is on the
sick list but is convalescsnt.-D L.
Haight and family visited friends here
this wenk.--Charlie Cassett and sister
attended choir meeting last Saturday eve
at Mrs. Mccoy. '.s.-W. A. Colts force
of men will soon have completed the
work OF planting trees on his tract south.
east of Manzanola.-4. Gould and
family are installed in their new house.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15

Pc. Dunlap this week plastered A. j.
Deans residence east Of town.-Hez
Enyart Of Rocky Ford was over last Sat
urday.-C. w. Lee and Will Roop
travelling men from Pueblo were IN town
Thursday doing business with our mer-
chants.-Several hunters came down
from Pueblo Saturday evening returning
Monday morning Jewell OF the
Holbrook country was in town last Fri
day on business Brown rode
to Rocky Ford last Saturday on his
wheel. Al Houston Of the Horse
Greek country has suffered very much Of
ing.-Col. Piper Of Pueblo was down
the latter part OF last week on business.
IS. H. Martin tho Rocky Ford livery.
man was over last Fridny.-Severa
parties from here attended the dance at
Olney last Friday evening and report
a very pleasant time.-Johu Kahoe Of
Rocky Ford was in this vicinity the first
OF the week buying cattle.-Wm. john
son, the Manzanola liveryman, was in
town Monday Mrs. Harrington OF
Iowa recently purchased the John Ruble
residence on Sherman avenue. Dave
Thomas cattleman from the Holbrook
country was in town the first Of the week.
E. @. Graham, Secy. Of the Colo.
Land and Water 20. drove to Rocky
Ford Monday on business.-Tom Dem
mis- and Albert Everett were in from the
Bob Creek country last Monday for coal.
Sam Andrews was down from Olney
the first OF the week Brown
has finished painting the inside work on
B. e Green's new Residences. F.
Enyart the big cattleman from Olney
was here the first Of the week.-We
had nice rain Sunday afternoon.-D.
G. Roberts received a car load OF corn
Tuesday to feed his sheep. They are
doing nicely and will soon be ready for
the market.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15
That Eastern Trim.

Going East, take the Santa Fe Route
as far as Chicago. Most direct line from
the Southwest generally, and 80 miles
the shortest between the Missouri river
aud Chicago. which insures quick time
and sure connections. Track is straight
md Rock -ballasted, with very few cross
iugs at grade. Vestibuled limited cx-
presses, with latest pattern Pullmans
und free chair cars, Meals in diping.cars
served la carte. Inquire Of nearest
agent, or address w. j. Black, G. p. A.,
A. T. & S. Il. Ry., Topeka Kas. J.P.
Hall, Gep1 Agent Denver. 46
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15
IL congress u determined TO 10

IL congress II determined to force
p tariff ON the country, let Western in.
dustries and Western products receive
the same amount Of protection" as does
tho East. II It 10 q good medicine for
the East Il is . good medicine for the
West also. Let there be no sectional
discrimination in the distribution Of IA
vors. The Western farmer has us much
right 10 Congressional aid as has the
gentleman who draws his income from
the shares Of some big trust.-Pueblo
Chieftain.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15

The people Of Otero county know a
good thing when they see it. The latest
evidence OF this is the increase in the
Enterprise subscription List. New sub.
scriben are steadily added to the list and
this without solicition. The value OF the
Enterprise as local newspaper is the
attraction. Advertisers will note the fact
that Tor reaching the people of the Rocky
Ford country the Enterprise has value
q. Q. circulatiou) double that Of any COM
peting medium. This is susceptible OF
proof to @all inquiring friends.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15
Texas Big Berry Crop.

A special dispatch to the Chicago
Tribune from Alvin, Texas, states that
the 1897 Berry promises to be the largest
ever known in the history Of Texas.
Gar load lots Of these berries are now
being shipped north IN INQUIRE se canE o1 Local az
Texas Coast pamphlet describing a
country which offers such great induce
ments to home seekers. Excursions in
April and May. 46-6w
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15

Thanks are due Senator Teller for
seeds from the U. 8. Department OF Agri-
culture.
Much interesting reading matter is
crowded out this week, among which is a
report OF the Melon Growers Association
by the school children at the l. o. o. f.
hall tomorrow morning at $50 o'clock.
Last week H. @. Abbott & Co. sold
at Kansas City the best lot Of Colorado
lambs received this spring the average
weight being 10 lbs. and the price $3.50
Brown & Harsch and w. A. Colt OF
Manzanola were the shippers.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15

"A serious fall in the price of coffee
has taken place in Brazil, say the dis
patches, and the consumer consequently
Pees another penny 60 into the pockets Of
the trust.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15
Popular Low-Price California
QursIOns

The Santa Fe Route daily excursions
to California in tourist sleeping-cars are
deservedly popular. The service pleases
everybody who tries it. Cars are OF
newest pattern and very comfortable,
having all necessary conveniences.
These excursions are patronized by
many OF the best people, and the ticket
rates nre low.
The Santa Fe's California line Is re-
course across the continent avoids ex-
tremes OF heat or cold.
For descriptive literature, address w.
J, Black. q. p. A, A. L. Il $. +. Ry.,
Topeka, Kas., or j. P. Hall, Genl Agt.,
Denver.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15
Council Proceedings.

Tho Board OF Trustees met Friday
evening April 9th and cleaned up the
business OF the old board including the
sidewalk ordinance establishing a grade
on Mum street, and calling for a ten foot
walk Of either stone, cement or plank on
Main street for 8 blocks north and
south Of the railroad.
The annual appropriation bill was also
passed and the reports OF the Town
Clerk and Treasurer for the year were
approved.
These two ordinances and tho Annual
reports appear elsewhere in this issue.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15

Passengers on the Santa Fe in riding
from Knpsas City to Pueblo will SEQ no
section Of the country which is develop
ing faster than that which they see from
the car windows as they ride from Rocky
Ford to Fowler.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15

The entire system Of congressional
seed distribution is a farce, and receives
the support Of vcry few intelligent peo-
pie outside the Legislative halls. says the
Southern Florist and Gardner. People
have been led in many instances to ex-
pect great things from the seeds received
from this source, and disappointment
has been the result in Thousands Of cases.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15

Tho St. Louis Globe Democrat Is
giving seven or eight columns daily to
reports Of Moody's meetings. This will
to some extent Offset the giving Of SINH
Jar amounts Of space to the late prize
fight.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15

The pressure OF advertising matter
compels us to adopt more. condensed
form for our correspondents. Not 80
much space is given to each town but the
news is all there. The Enterprise has
faithful and efficient corps OF correspon-
dents and we greatly appreciate their
help in preparing our weekly history Of
Otero county.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15

The greed of manufacturers and
Others for high protective duties, threat
ems to defeat the tarin bill. It promises
to be 30 overloaded as to raise storm Of
project from all portions Of the Union.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15
Notice to Consumers of Water for Irri-
gation and Domestic Use.

Notice is hereby given that Water for
Irrigation purposes and domestic use
will be turned into the Town laterals Mt
once, but before using therefrom, consul
mers must call on the Town Clerk, pay
their water rent and receive their receipt
therefor, agreeable to section 3, OF Or
dinance No. 38.
The Water Commissioner will give
public notice Of the respective days that
water will run in the laterals along the
different Streets, and Avenues as provi-
ded by Section 2, of said Ordinance.
No person whether having paid his
water rent or not, is authorized to turn
water from the Town laterals without
permission from the Water Commits
sioner.
Any violation OF this Ordinance will
be prosecuted according to law.
By order OF the Board Of Trustees,
Attest, w. j. MCDONALD,
G. H. WINoHELL, Mayor.
Town Clerk.
Rocky Ford, Colo, April 9th. 1897.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1897-04-15

Respectfully submitted.
G. II. WINCHELL.
Town Clerk.
The undersigned. finance committee OF the
board of trustee OF the town Of Rocky Ford,
would respectfully report thai we have c1-
amined the above report of tho town clerk,
compa rod the same with tho books and vouch.
ers ON hle, and find 1t to be correct.
Z. j. SMITH,
H. A. DAWLEY,
Finance Committee.