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Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12
THE SIZE OF 1T.

1t never is, but always is to be. That's
about the size of it when you come to
figure up the situation here with refer
ence to the practical development of our
mineral resources. A. b. and G. have
come among us with loud and lofty
pretentions, with emphasized intentions
of literally tearing up the firm set earth
in their vigorous efforts 10 solve the
much mooted, but still undetermined
problem as to the existence of valuable
mineral deposits down in the unexplor-
ed depth of Mother Earth below the
limit Of all past endeavors, but-what is
the sum of all past results in this dircc-
ton? Simply the exploration Of the
ground to sufficient depth to determine
the length of the grass roots, in most
cases, with an occasional venture Of
few additional feet, but in no instance
to depth that would furnish a satis-
factory solution of the question. The
CHRoSIcLE has grown weary OF herald
ing favorable symptoms of unexplored
wealth owned and controlled by men
who permit their holdings to lie, year
after year unutlized, and who utterly
refuse all propositions tending TO their
development that does not contemplate
the realization Of the price of mine for
a prospect. In this connection it is
proper to state that, there are a lew
exceptions, where the owners Of claims
have performed much labor upon their
claims. and have developed the same to
the full extent of their means, and it
should be understood that to this class,
which is insignificant in number, no
reference is made.
1t has now become q plain and pal
pable proposition that cayoteing and
grass root mining will not result in the
accomplishment of any thing in the
matter of solving the local mining pro-
blem, and that greater depth than has
been attained is necessary to
its definite determination. While the
CHRONICLE admits its WEAKNESS and dis
gust, resulting from long continued
repitition of favorable mentions of sur
face prospects, and is disposed to largely
ignore such mentions in the future, it
will be more than pleased to note the
Inauguration Of any enterprise that con-
the thorough development of
The mining resources of this district,
which it believes, are unsurpassed in
any other section of the Hills in their
character, a proposition which
only awaits a more thorough develop.
ment Of our massive and evidently per-
manent ore bodies to determine. We
still indulge the fond hope, that some
lime in the dim distant, notwithstsnd-
ing all the adverse influences that have
been brought to bear upon this district
through misrepresentation from outside
parties, capital may be turned in this
direction for the thorough development
Of our mineral deposits, in which event
the cry Of the maligner will be stilled,
md the district eventually rise to
position in the front rank of the gold
sections Of the west.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12

The Minneapolis Tribune says: The
Populist administration of South Dak ota
is after the scalp of Capt. Lucas of the
Soldiers Home, and will probably take
it. He has made an excellent official,
however, and ifany of the old soldiers
of the state who helped the fusion VIC
tory last fall have any regrets at seeing
him deposed for Pop politician, they
will have no trouble in placing share
of the responsibility.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12

A conference of the leading silver
republicans, at which 80 states were
represented, was held in Chicago on
Tuesday for the purpose Of considering
plans for permanent party organiza-
tion. The meeting was called to order
by ex-Congressman Towne of Mime
sofa, who outlined the plans of pro.
cedrre. Resolutions were adopted out
lining the plans of action to be pursued
by the party and recommending the
appointment of national executive
committee of seven which is to have
general control of the conduct of the
party. Unlimited coinage of silver at
the ratio of Is to is to be the sole
article in the party's creed. The leaders
of the movement are said to be united
in their opposition to Bryan as presi-
dental candidate in 1900.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12

Mr.. Preston, director of the mint, has
about completed his report of the gold
and silver production of the United
States for the year 1896. He reports
the gold production of South Dakota for
the year at 81, 1855, ,9s6.71, which there is
every reason to believe is more thau a
million dollars short of the amount act
ually produced, but even at this figure,
the increase over 1895 is 1896, $751; AZ.
South Dakota now ranks third upon the
list of the gold producing states of the
union.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12

Francis Schlatter, the man who a.
tracted so much attention in Denver
and other places year or two ago, by
reason of his claiming to perform mira
culous cures by divine power is report
ed as having recently been found dead
in the foot hills of Sierra Madre, Mexico,
where he is said to have been fasting
and supposedly, starved to death.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12

The Omaha Bee says: South Dakota
has achieved the third place in the list
of gold producing states of the union.
South Oak ota has the substantial basis
for one of the most productive mining
industries of the world and Nebraska
rejoices to haye a neiphbor with such
promising resources.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12

In relation to the present mining
outlook Of the Rlack Hills, the Dead
wood Review very pertirently says !:
"The mining outlook in the Black Hills
never before presented such assured
permanency as now. The activity in
every district in the Hills is more pro-
nounced perhaps than was ever known
before, and although the United States
as whole is today confronted with gen.
eral depression that has no precedent
in the history Of America, this part of
South Dakota is exceptionally prosper
Gus, and can defy the worst commercial
crisis that can be precipitated as long as
gold sells for S20.67 an ounce"
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12

Bryan was touring in Canada while
the silver republicans were busy in
Chicago the other day trying to devise
ways and means to saye the country
without his aid or assistance. Just how
many silver parties may enter the
political arena before the opening of the
next national campaign may only be
conjectured, but Mr.. Bryan will doubt
less continue to hold his place at the
head of the old and only genuine
Jeffersonian democratic party, and as to
the new silver republican movement, il
may be safely said that he will not be
in il. or of il.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12

The reported theft of the imperial
diamond, the property of the Nizam of
Hyderabad, turns out to be fake, there
being no foundation whatever for the
story. The jewel is valued at three
hundred thousand pounds sterling, and
asitis the declared intention ofthe Nizam
to present it to Queen Vic upon the
occasion of her coming jubilee. the de-
nial of the story of its theft will doubt
less be very pleasing to her royal high
naaa
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12

Codington county is the first, says q
recent Pierre special, and up to date the
only county in the state which has
made return to the state treasury of
state liquor license under the provisions
of the new law. The return amounts to
S4S7.50, and is for portions of year on
two wholesale and three retail Licences.
After July /. when the year begins un-
der the new law, the state will undoubt-
edly derive considerable revenue from
this source
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12
DR.. Daniels Compound Syrup sangui.

DR.. Daniels Compound Syrup Sangui.
maria.
The true principal for the cure of
Throat and Lung diseases, is sour me-
dicine. This you have in DR.. Daniels
Compound Syrup Sanguinaria. 1t is
pleasant to take. Never disappoints.
The first dose relieves. 1t gives sure
and speedy cure. Sold at A. J. Jones &
Co.'S drug store, Custer. 8. ID.
If your druggist d not keep it, a
large bottle will be sent, express paid,
on receipt of the price-50 cts.
DAKOTA MEDICINE Co..
Mitchell, S. s.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12

A Miles City, Montana special of the
Sth inst says SHERIFF Large and posse
have gone after Chief White Horse,
charged with the recent murder of cow
buys. They expect to reach his camp
in the morning and if he resists arrest,
there will be fight.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12

Bryan is talking free silver over in
Canada. Wonder if he is trying TO
gain Canadian consent to free coinage in
this country. He is said to be planning
trip around the world. This will
afford enlarged opportunity for effort
along this line.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12

An amendment to the new tariff bill,
proposed by Bacon of Georgia, i'm
posing 20 per cent advalorem duty on
raw cotton, passed the senate on Tues
day. For the first time in the history
of legislation in this country, this i'm
portant southern staple now appears in
q tariff bill.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12

The republican caucus practically
adopted the house tariff bill on Wednes-
day, and it will pass the senate with
slight changes A slight increase on the
sugar schedule is anticipated.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12
Less Than Half Rates to San Francisco
Via the Burlington Route.


June 20 to July 3, account National
Conyention Christian Endeavorers.
Special trains. Through Tourist and
palace sleepers. Stop-overs allowed at
and west of Denver. Return via Port.
land Yellowstone Park and Black Hills
if desired.
Endeavorers and their friends who
take the Burlington Route are guaran-
teed quick, cool, com Portable, journey,
fine scenery (by daylight and first class
equipment.
Berths reserved and descriptive litera.
ture furnished on request. See nearest
B. & M. r. r. ticket agent or write to
j. Francis, G. p. A., Burlington Route,
Omaha, Neb.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12

Secretary Gage, of the treasury, rays
We are on the eve of returning pros
perity, ard it is not to be presumed for
a moment that Secretary Gage does not
know what he is talking about.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12

Calhoun, the Cuban commissioner, re-
turned to Washington on Wednesday,
when a long conference with the presi-
dent followed, tie substance of which
had not been made public at latest ad-
uinnn
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12

1t is now considered certain that the
tariff bill will be disposed of by the
senate within the next two weeks, and
that congress will be ready to adjourn
by July 1st
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12
Carriers Dollar Edition Laws of 1907,

Carriers Dollar Edition Laws of 1897.
In order to continue meeting the pop
ular demand for cheap edition of the
laws, the Carter Publishing Co., Pierre,
will issue their regular Dollar Edition
of the Laws, Immediately after the all
journment of the legislature. The laws
will be delivered day or two after ad-
journment. Advance sheets will be
mailed each week during the session
for $3.50.
We are publishers of all the Laws and
Supreme Court Reports of the State and
Territory. Orders should also now be
filed for the official edition of the ses-
sion laws of 1897.
Order the Dollar Edition or the Ad
vance Sheets and keep posted. The
edition is intended to fill the gap inter-
venihg between the passage of the laws
and the publication Of the official edi-
ton.
Send for Catalogue OF Law Books and
Legal Blanks.
CARTER PUBLISHING Co.,
Pierre, s. d,
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12

Bob Persons, one of the most popular
residents of eastern South Dakota, has
been appointed by the president as
deputy auditor of the interior depart
ment
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12
COL DARNED LUCK.

COL DARNED LUCK.
ON ies' an OIL prospector, tramp the Noun
tains every day.
An it isn't very often that make preachn'
play,
But I've heerd these Minin experts sngln'
Scientific Stuff
Till I'm gettin' sort o. weary O. their hifalutln
bluff
hold that Books an Science never hit upon a
lead;
Never built two modern wonders, sich as Cripple
Creek an Creede;
But that every payn' prospect in the hilly west
was struck
BY Common Sense and Judgment, an by
Col Darned Luck.
As said at the beginin'. it is seldom that l
preach,
An never fool with language out o. ordinary
reach
But when science gifts a-trampin' on the toes o.
common Senset
Then its time to show yer hand against the
Scientific gents.
/ never make winnln' with the shovel an the
pick,
But youll always find me tryin' an a-keepin
up my lick,
An If / should happen on the purity yellow
truck,
l will give the bulk Of credit to my
Col Darned Luck.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12
New officers.

Following is list of grand lodge
officers elected and inttalled at the late
meeting Of the Masonic grand lodge at
Mitchell:
G. NJ, A. w. Coe, Deadwood.
Deputy G. NJ, l.. G. Levoy, Webster
G.S W., w. II. Roddle, Brookings.
GU. w., J. A. Calvert. Huron.
Grand Treasurer, F. L. Stevens,
Plankinton.
Grand Secretary, George A. Pettigrew,
Flandre2u.
Sioux Falls was selected as the place
for holding the next annual meeting.
X. p. GRAND LODGE.
Following is a list of the officers
elected at the recent annual meeting Of
the grand lodge of the Knights of
Pythias, held in Sioux Falls:
Grand chancellor, F. L. Devol, of
Howard.
Grand vice chancellor, E. II. Benedict,
of Milbank.
Grand prelate, c. H. Castle, Of Hud-
son.
Grand keeper Of records and seal, c.
E. Warner, of Faulkton.
Grand master of exchequer, ]. L.
Platt, of Clark.
Grand master at arms, c. NJ. Cation, of
Hill City.
Grand inner guard, G. b. Enos, OF
Bryant.
Grand outer guard, F. s. Emerson, OF
Sioux Falls.
Grand trustee for three years, A. II.
Daniels, of Mitchell
Supreme representative, U. s. G.
Cherry, of Sioux Falls.
The next annual meeting will be held
at Watertown.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12
South Dakota ,reachers.

The "Schlosser" teachers excursion,
which will leave the eastern part of the
state for the Black Hills June q, prom
lses to be largely attended. Mr..
Schlosser is assured that at least 35
teachers will 60 from Sioux Falls and
he expects that 100 others from different
parts of the state will meet the party in
Sioux City. The excursion will visit all
points of interest in the Hills, which
means that they will spend some time
in the celebrated City Of Mills. The
Sioux Falls orchestra, composed of 10
pieces, will accompany the party, thus
insuring delightful music for the entire
trip. The presence of an orchestra with
an excursion is something of an in
ovation but it promises to be splendid
feature of the trip. The railroad fare
for the round trip is only about SIS,
which brings the excursion within
reach Of all the eastern South Dakota
teachers. These teachers excursions
are becoming more popular every year
as they give the eastern teachers
splendid opportunity to visit the many
attraction in this region.-Lead Call.
THE CHRONICLE is not advised as to
the points to be visited by the teachers.
but it is taken for granted that Sylvan
lake, the peerless scenic attraction Of
the Hills, will be embraced in the list.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12

The principal of western public
school took accession to put the following
question mot found in any text book
to a pupil in the geography class !:
Where ID the state of Matrimony ?"
The pupil, after moments reflection,
submitted the following pithy and
pointed answer. after which he was
Immediately sent to the head of his
class: 1T is one of the United States.
1t is bounded by hugging and kissing
on one side and the cradle and the
babies on the other. It's chief produc-
tion is population, broomsticks and
staying out at night. 1t was discovered
by Adam and Eve while trying to flnd
a passage out of Paradise. The climate
is rather sultry until you pass the
tropics of housekeeping, when squally
weather sets in without sufficient power
to keep all hands as cool as cucumbers.
For the principal road leading to that
state, consult the first pair of blue eyes
you run across"
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12
Telephone w ar.

From all appearances, says the Rapid
Journal, there is telephone war on
hand. For some time past there has
been circulated considerable talk per-
tanning to the establishment OF new
telephone system in the city. The new
company now contemplating putting in
its system here is the Harrison tele.
phone company and is now operating
in several towns up the road. The Har-
rison company is now out with pro-
position to furnish subscribers with
service for the entire Hills circuit at q
rate of $3.50 per month. The company's
circuit will take in when completed,
Deadwood. Lead, Ragged Top, Terry,
spearfish, Custer, sturgis, Piedmont,
Blackhawk, Rapid City and some other
points. If the necessary number ofsub
scribers are secured here the company
proposes to haye Its line constructed and
in working order by the first ofthe COM
ing August.
The Black Hills Telephone company
that has been in operation for years past
throughout the Hills is fully cognizant
of the situation, and the management
states that while the company has lost
money in the operation OF the system
during the past 1t will not be run out by
any other company. When the time
comes the management says that the
company stands ready to go the Harri-
son company one better in the way oi
rates. The users of telephones in Rapid
City are sorry to see the two companies
60 into rate war on telephone service
but if it must be why, of course, We
must stand it. The money saved there
by, should the rates be made as low as
anticipated, can be used in erecting
summer residences and in taking trip.
to Europe. We await the battle.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1897-06-12
Col Darned Luck.

An old prospector, who has grown
weary of the hifalutin, school of mines
vernacular of the period, expresses his
disgust in the following:
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1897-04-19
TT M E T a e l. e
IL. * MI. R. R.-PaSS. Division.
Passenger Trains Leave

Passenger Trains Leave
T-NoRTH-5:30 m; 1:3O m; $3.50
pm. SoUTH-i2:1Oa M; 200 m; 1:u5 p m ;
400 m; 10:40 p m.
COVENTRY-NoRTH-12 p m, 6:15 M
SoUTH-7:10 m; All p M.
BARTON G-NoRTH-4:4o a m; $40
a m; 1925 m; sos p m. SoUTH-7:2o a
m; 4:25 pm; LOO p m.
BARTON-NoRrH-4:26 a m; 740 a m; 1910 p
M; AIS m; $50 m. SoUTH-7:36 m;
1873 m; 4:3S m; lis p m.
SOUTH ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS a m; 5:38 p
SoUTH-7:4S a m; 4:48 m.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS m; $500 p m. SOUTH
sos a m; 1904 M
WEST BURKE-NoRTH-3:56 M; 1:34 m;
SIP m. SoUTH-8:13 M; 5:l2 M
11:48 p
LYNDONVILLE-NoR a m; $40 a m !;
II:17 a M $3.50 p m; 4:55 p m. SOUTH
I:1S m; S:35 m; 2:14 p m; 5:35 m; l2;lo
ST. JOHNSBURY-NoRT a m; 3:l5 m;
1850 T.; 3:13 m; 1927 p m; $3.50 M
SoUTH-1:40 m; 900 a m; 2:34 m; 5:5o
d m; II 80 N.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1897-04-19
ST. j. & l.. G.. r. r..

Passenger Trains Leave
HARD WICK-EAsT-5:50 m: 1925 M; 7:27
m WEsT-9:C4 m; 4:45 p m; 7:27 M
EAST ARDWICK-EAsT-6:0S m; 1885
m: 1886 d m. WEsT-8:54 q m; ABS m;
7:05 p M.
GREEN SBORO-EAsT-6:4O m; 1850 a m;
7:45 pm. WEST-8:45 m; 4:2o p m; 6:5o
m.
ST Y-EAsT-8: 45 m; 1900 loon;
$3.50 pm. WEsT-7:35 m; 500 m; 4:4o
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1897-04-19
PROBATE COURTS.

Probate Courts will be held at the Probate
Office in Newport each Monday. AT the office
of +. W. Baldwin in Barton on the second
FRIDAY of each month; the Office of b. f.
ID. Carpenter at Barton Landing in the after
noon of the third Friday of each month.
Parties having business with the Court at
Barton or Barton Landing concerning pend
ing estates will please inform the Court in
advance that he may take the necessary
papers with him.
F. E. ALFRED, Judge of Probate.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1897-04-19
LOCAL ADVERTISING.

Advertisements and notices, as promenades,
shows and other entertainments VIII DE pup
Tished under this head for taCo cents word
for first insertion, one cent a WORD tnereaIIeI;
We shall run no advertisements amo .dser W. No
items. Cash must accompany the order. No
charge l1iLJ be made of Tess IMAM JoTty Genus.
WANTED Travelling salesman to sell
most complete line of Lubricating Oils,
Specialties, etc. on the market. Salary or
commission. Atlantic Refining Co., Cleve-
land, Ohio. Ii
NoTICE.-All dresses brought to me be-
fore May 1st will be dyed for 81 each, coats,
shawls, cloaks, etc. at the same rate. Salts
faction guaranteed Mrs. j. A. Campbell,
Barton, VT, Owens Block.
Sc Winslow will be at Barton Landing
every Tuesday forenoon, commencing
April 9th. Highest market price will be
peid for calves and lambs. Hogs will be
taken every Saturday. o-O
He. Pierce has few tons of rowen that
he wishes to sell.
New Langstroth & Goodrich bee
for sale, Toe. piece. R. S. Twombly.
A few shares of Barton National Bank
stock for sale. Inquire of Geo. FL. Blake.
Geo. H. Davis is showing a fine line of
Ladies and Misses capes and jackets, and
boys and gents clothing, for spring wear.
Two thousand rolls of wall paper; good
stock of shades, straw mating, carpets,
picture moulding and furniture at G. S.
Phillips, Glover. Caskets and robes on
hand. Prices way down.
WANTED-Stock to pasture by the sea-
son in my pastures in Glover.
n. M. Lewis.
Mrs. M. E. Freeman invites the ladies of
Barton and vicinity to her Millinery Open
ing Wednesday and Thursday of this week.
We will show the incest goods ever shown
in this place. Thanking you for past IA
vors we remain, Yours Truly,
No Cards. M. E. Freeman.
Miss L. E. Colbourne has returned from
market and is showing fine line of milf
merry. She will be ready to meet customers
after Tuesday of this week, and, will be
clad to see all who may favor her with
call.
Prof. E. L. Hunt, the eye specialist, will
be at Hotel Irasburg, Thursday and Fri
day, Apr. % and %. If your eyes are troub-
ling you, don't fail to see him. Consulta
ton free.
I'll. r. Seaver has just unloaded a car of
nails and barbed wire. Prices these
goods will make a man weep for joy.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1897-04-19
Barton.

Barton.
Gen. Grout was in town last week.
Mrs. Rob Knowles was on the sick list
last week.
Regular meeting of o. E. S. No. 10, next
Friday evening at 7:30.
Geo. Tower is in Cambridge looking
after his interests there.
Geo. H Davis has gone to Boston to get
some new spring goods.
Cd. Owen was in Boston last week
looking after new stock of goods.
Mrs. Betsy Stone is in st. Johnsbury
caring for Charlie Stone who has the mea-
sles.
The sOrange Tea" at the NJ. E. church
last Friday evening was quite well attend
ed and enjoyed by all.
Prof. Stannard has been out of school
again because of sickness, his placed being
filled by Clarence Austin.
Rev. w. E. Douglass goes to Barre to-
morrow to attend the Methodist confer
ence to be held there this week.
Mr.. and Mrs. II. F. Pillsbury leave for
South Barton to-day. Mr.. Pillsbury will
start his mill to going Immediately.
John Rice of this place and Sadie Sillo-
way of Gilmore were married last Saturday
evening They will reside on High street.
Edward Barnard has been quite sick dur
ing the past week with peritonitis. He is
better now and 1t is hoped that he will be
out soon.
Sugaring appears to be about over with,
but the farmers will not complain, as they
have made quite large amount and it has
all been very nice.
Arthur Drew has returned from the
South where he has been during the win
ter. We are pleased to learn that his health
is better than when he went away.