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Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20
A SHOWER OF srARS.
written for The opr1o.l

Written for The OPTIo.l
Astronomers aud scientists would
have surely called it a memorable
event, had they foreseen the great ex-
hibition of which l was q witness
during the night OF November 14th to
18th. Your informant was on his
way back to Las Vegas from Lincoln,
and on the night above stated, for
reasons not necessary to explain, l
travelled most Of the night after the
moon rose. A brisk breeze had been
blowing from the west from shutdown
until the rising Of the moon, but from
that time the sky was as pure as ever
seen in these regions. the air perfectly
still, and the deserted plains presented
a calm that is seldom seen in the mid
die of November in New Mexico. In
my great solitude, far from any habi-
tation, with no other occupation than
that of urging my horses towards the
summit of what may be called the d.
vide between the FL Pine salt basins
and the Pintada canon, my attention
had occasionally been called towards
the strange movements Of falling stars.
such as I had never seen before, many
of them exploding in the style Of sky
rockets into large balls of fire before
reaching the earth, and leaving in
their paths long trails OF fire. Still,
until s o'clock in the morning, these
we're comparatively few and far be-
tween. But as DON as the morning
star appeared upon the horizon, at the
time when humans are in their deepest
sIumbers, when all nature and creation
seem to be resting In the stiffness Of
early morn, my eyes were suddenly
dazzled by the brilliant light of what
looked to me as a great ball of ere de-
scending TO the earth with awful
rapidly. My horses stopped, snorted
and reared. Jumped to the ground,
with quiyering hands unlocked the
four traces, and after hastily tying the
lines to the brake beam, l sought pro-
lection under my wagon.
In all my experiences OF travel, when
t E HAFrLAEH.Z
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

at times I had felt that the end was
near, either from the attack OF savages
or other dangerous ~predicaments, l
had never before been seized by such
terror. Ny heart had run up into my
throat. beating furiously, while large
drops of cold sweat fell from my fore
head and my blood was chilled in my
veins.
The falling of what l thought to be
q good size meteor was followed by q
shower OF fire and the spectacle was
one OF the grandest ever beheld by
human being. The time between the
advent of the morning star and the
break of day in winter Is about forty
minutes, and during all this time l sat
under my wagon watching the con-
slant falling Of stars. By this time
nv fears had left me, the panorama
was too grandly sublime not to be ad-
mired, although | wss all this time
conscious of danger.
The heavenly exhibition OF fre-
works ceased with the first CLEANS OF
light at the east. I was beginning to
breathe more freely, when, hearing
footsteps, 1 saw a form advancing rap
idly towards me. I soon recognized
the features of q shepherd boy, bare
headed, poorly clad In a sleeveless
coat, and with half OF his toes pro-
truding through a pair of old moe
casins. l soon discovered that he was
suffering from cold, perhaps also
mentally. 1 had a few fagots left 10
my wagon, and. with the aid OF a
pitch. pine stick | always carry, l very
| quickly started a small fire.. The poor
| bow leaned over it, and was, no doubt,
feeling the good effects of the warmth,
but he could no, a%rticulate q single
word his face and hands were purple
from cold, and fright had undoubtedly
paralyzed him. He answered, my
many inquiries with signs and ges-
ticulations that led meto understand
that something awful had fallen on the
flock of sheep be and his COMPANIONS
were guarding, and that their Hook had
run away and dispersed in all dlrec-
tions. Suddenly, the boy fixed his eyes
in the direction of a small cloud OF
dust in the distance and almost stimuli
taneously, without bidding adleu, he
darted in the direction of what l think
was a fragment OF the lost flock, on o
full run, leaving me alone to conjecture
upon the exciting scene that had sur
rounded me. but fortunately without
any disastrous results. 4.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20
PHYSICIANS BAFFLED.
Prof. r.. S. Bowman, Instructor Of Natural Science IN
N~artsvnIe College, Cured Of a Severe Illness BY
Or. Williams Pink Pills for Pale People
after Physicians Failed.

~prietary medicines, spending almost nifty
dollars for these medicines alone. then, sue.
cumbed to u siege of the grip In the MIDDLE
Of winter, and was left in a much worse con-
dition. My kidneys were fearfully DIS
ordered, and my digestion became very poor.
/ was indeed in d bad condition..
ga minister in conference learning Of my
condition advised me to try Dr. Williams,
Pink pills for Pale People. | had heard
mich about the wonderful curative powers
Of this medicine, but 1t was with reluctance
that l was finally persuaded to try 1t, as It
seemed that nothing could do me any good;
However, / procured. three boxes Of pills and
took them strictly according to directions.
By the time the last dose was taken ! was
almost cured, and in better health thans l
had been for years. / continued using the
nils awhile longer and was entirely cured.
can cheerfully recommend DR.. Williams'
Pink Pills for Pale1People.Nix
Such was Professor Bowman's wonderful
story which was further endorsed by the fol-
lowing affidavit.
H~ARTsvILLEs Ind; March IS, 1897.
affirm that the above accords with the
r. s. BOWMAN.
Subscribed and sworn to before me this
| 10th day of March, 1897.
LYMAN j. ScUDDER, Notary Public.
STATE OF INDIANA, IS.
DR.. Williams Pink Pills for Pale People
contain all the elements necessary to give new
life and richness to the blood and restore shat
tered nerves. They are sold in boxes (never
in loose form, by the dozen or hundred) at 90
cents a box, or FixSboxes for 5 $50, and may be
had of all druggists or directly by mail from
DIR. Williams Medicine Company, Schemes
tady. d. Y.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

THE Christmas Ladies' Home
Journal tells how the German emperor.
with the empress ard the royal family.
spend Christmas day with their
children. The article is written by Mr..
Nagel Won Brave, an attache Of the
court, who was permitted to be present
at the celebration last Christmas in
order to write this article. The pictures
were made son the spot" and ap.
proved by the emperor.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20
Blood F~iltering.

the diseases that affiict the body. When
the kidneys are healthy the blood is
cleansed Of all waste matter and impurities,
and it carries ford, strength and energy to
every part. Ii the kidneys are Frustrated
the impurities in the blood rapidly ac-
cumulate, decay, and turn to uric acid
which poisons not only the vital organs,
but the very structure of the body itself,
producing dropsy and Bright's Disease.
PRIoKLY ASH BITTERs is a successful
kidney remedy. 1t Eeals and strengthens
the suffering kidneys, ~cleapses the liver,
assists the digestion and purifies Che
bowels, thus the functional processes are
carried on properly, the blood is purified
and healthy conditions prevail. Sold by
MURHEYtVAN sPETTEN Drug Co.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

fE PEOPLE could only be brought to
realize the full significance of the
system under which public servants
hold their positions, subject to being
turned out at almost any time simply
to make room for others who banker
after their salaries, 1t is quite certain
that the whole wretched business would
be brought to a speedy end. The men
who initiated the civil service reform
movement, and who worked for it,
year after year, with an enthusiasm
that only a high moral purpose can
inspire, were moved by the bavbarity
OF the spoils system in its effect upon
the ofics-holders and ofice.seekers
themselves, as we'll as by the waste
and corruption ii e%ngendered in gov
eminent and in party politics. The
roo of the evil is in the habit, grown
almost inveterate by long use.of look
ing upon the vsrious posts In the
service of the city, or the state, or the
nation, as '.plums," to be gathered in
by certain lucky individuals, That the
persons who, being out of a job to
their liking, should sc look upon them
may be natural enough; but, that the
public at large, whose only interest In
the matter is that of getting the best
possible return for the salaries they
pay, should counteuanee such a view,
Is one Of the puzzles Of human nature.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

The ancient Greeks believed that the
penates were the gods who attended to
the welfare and prosperity of the family.
They were worshirped as household gods
In every home. The household god of tor
day Ia Dir. Kings New Discovery. For con
sumption, coughs, colds and for all affec-
lions OF Throat. Chest and Lungs II Is ins
valuable. 1t has been tried for q quarter
of a century and Is guaranteed to cure, or
money returned. No household should be
without this good angel. 1t is pleasant to
take and a safe and sure remedy for old
and young. Free trial bottles az Murphy
Van Petten Drug Co.'S. Regular size Soc
and 81. 90.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20
Notlce for Publication.
Homestead Entry No. 8 90. /!

Nv
LAND OFFICE AT SANTA FEE, N. M,
October goth, 1897.
Notice is hereby given that the follow
ing-named settler has filed notice of his
intention to make final proof Ia support of
his claim, and that snif proof will be made
before the probate clerk of San Miguel
county, at Las Vegas, on November Goth
1897. viz: 4. P. Fiat. of East Las Vegas.
for the s. W. a, Sec. II, 4. 10, r. I4-E.
He pames the following witnesses TO
prove his continuous residence upon and
cultivation OF said land, viz R. H. Hunt,
of Rociada, N. M; B, Daley, of Rocisda,
N. NJ; Chas. Nihart, OF Las Vegas, N. M;
Fl. 8, Wooster, of Las Vegas.
JAMES H. WALKER.
291-30t Register.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20
Everybody says so.

Cascarets Candy Cathartic, the most won
derful medical discovery of the age, pleas
ant and refreshing to the taste, act gently
and positively on Kidneys, liver and bowels,
cure headache, fever, habitual constipation
and biliousness. Please buy and cry o boz
Of CT C. to-day; 10, q, 80 cents. Sold and
guaranteed to cure ~ all druggists.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20
A Slap at the Soldiers.

From the Ration Range.
The Santa Fe Neg Mexican is vigor-
ously urging The removal Of Col. E. H.
Bergman, the most eff Glen snperin-
tendent that eve managed the New
Mexico p~snitentiary. When this change
is made, the last gallant. ex- union sol
der holding offs in this Territory
will have been relegated to private
life, where those who were the blue in
the irving times Of 1868 will prob.
ably remain the b~alancesof their linn
tied years.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20
Something to Know.

1t may be worth something to know that
the very best medicine for restoring the
tired out nervoussystem to a healty vigor
Is Electric Bitters. This medicine is purely
vegetable, acts by giving tone to the nerve
centres in the stomach, gently stimulates
ths Liver and Kidneys, and aids these Or
gans in throwing off Impurities in the
blood. Electric Bitters improves the ap-
petite, aids digestion, and is pronounced
by those who have tried it as the very best
blood purifier and nerve tonic. Try il
Sold for Soc or 81 90 per bottle at Murphey-
Van Petten Drug Co.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20
special Notice.

Az vra. 8 DAILY OPrIc-Dslivered BY mail,
+. post paid, $40. 90 per annum; 5000 lor slx
months; $3.50 for three months, BY car
rier, 25 cents per week.
La VEGAS WEEKLY OPTIo-32 columns, de-
iivered by mail, post paid, $500 per an
num-, $500 for six months. 70 for three
Sample copies or both daily n weekly,
mailed free when desired. Give postomce
address in full, including state.
OoRREsPoNDENoD-Containing NEWs' s0ici-
munications addressed to the editor or
I THE OPTIC, to insure attention, should pc
accompanied by the writers iuh i, na Z !
( and address, not for pupncations puc as a
guaranty OF good faith.
r SMIrTANCEs-.May be mad by draft, money
order, postal note, express or reSistere1
IL letter at our risk. Address all letters ana
i kilograms to THE Vrr a
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20
Not Yet.


From the Bland, N. M, Herald.
Verify, THE OPT1C is an excellent
paper, and knows q whole lot about
%peuitentiary affairs, and says It in q
way that would impress an observer
that the author must have been, during
some time, connected with the institu-
tion.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

D. L. RAIDER, publisher of the Rocky
Mountain Christian AdUocate at Dem
yer, Colo, postal cards The Optic for
an exchange of papers. We will con.
slider the matter ovor Sunday and prob
ably conclude to do SO.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

SOME genius with a head for figures
has disc ,verad that since January 1st,
1890, there have been $500 deaths
from drowning while bathing, 1900
from drowning while boating, 1850
killed while hunting, 800 at bicycling,
IL at base ball, 6 at golf and 10 at
foot ball. Two thousand four hundred
and eighty-one more deaths from bath
ing than from foot ball. As yet nc
Chicago alderman has proposed a law
against taking a bath.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

News-dealers should report to the count
ing. room eny ~irregularity or inattention
on the part of carriers in the delivery OF
The Optic. N~ews-dealers can have II
OPr1c delivered to their depots In ay
part of the city by the carriers. Orders or
Complaints can be made by telephone,
postal, or in person.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20
P T TELEPHONE NO. 2

THE OPTIC will not, under any circum-
the safe keeping Of any rejected manu-
script. No exception will be made to this
rule. with regard TO either letters or To-
closures. Nor will the editor enter Into
correspondence concerning rejected man
uscript.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

Sheriff Hubbell learned at Albu
'querqae that Pablo Lucere, the San dia
mountain murderer, had left his hid
ing place in the mountalss, and had
ridden to Isleta junction, where he
took the train for the west.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

In order to avoid delays on account OF
p%erscnal absence, letters to 81 OrTlo
should not be addressed TO any individual
connected with the office, but simply 10
nsss department, according to the tenor or
DurDOse.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20
SATURDAY EVENING, NOV. 20, 1897.

WHILE believing in statehood, it
must be admitted that the outlook is
not encouraging. 1t seems likely that
Jo. Sheridan will have his way, for
some years, anyhow.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20
letter, salt.nheum and Eczema.

letter, Salt-Eheum and Eczema.
The intense itching and s,narting, Incl
dent to these diseases, is instantly allayed
by applying Chamberlain's Eye and
Skin Ointment. Many very bad cases
nave been permanently cured by it. 1t
is equally efficient for itching piles and
q favorite remedy for sore nipples,
ehapped hands, chilblains, frost bites
and chronic sore eyes. rs cts. per box.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

DR.. Cady's Condition Powders, arc,
just what q horse needs when in bad
condition. Tonic, blood purifier and
vermifuge. They Ire not food bui
medicine and the best in use to put 8
horse in prime condition. Price Ri
cents per nackaee
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

Prof R. a. Bowman, the able instructor
NJ natural science in the famous Hartsville,
lind. College, is well and iavcrably known,
not only as All educator, but also as 9 min
lister Of the gospel, as for a number OF years
he was pastor OF the United Brethren church
At Charlotte, Mich, before coming to Harts-
vile. Tiy
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

To secure proper classification, adver-
tisements should be handed In not later
than 10 O'Clock a. m.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

Some time ago he had a severe illness
y.norter hearing of this, interviewed him re-
sarding his experience. Prot. Bowman was
M the midst OF his work when the reporter
called, but he cheerfully gave him q hear
IA year ago last fall" said the professor,
Ut broke down with nervous exhaustion,
duties. I tried different physicians but with
no relief. and also used many different pro.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

Is never done, and 1t is especially wearing
and wearisome to those whose blood is
impure and unfit properly to tone, sus-
tain, and renew the wasting Of nerve,
muscle and tissue. 1t is more because OF
this condition OF The blood that women
are run down,
Tired, Weak, Nervous,
Than because OF the. work itself. Every
physician says SO, and that the only rem
edy Is in building up by taking a good
nerve tonic, blood purifier vitalizer
like Hoods Sarsaparilla. For the troubles
Peculiar TO WomIn at change OF season,
climate r Rifle, or resulting from hard
work, nervousness, and impure blood,
thousands haye found relief and cure in
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

Messrs Ptolemy and Ralph Sam son.
OF Mancos, were in Pennington, pnr-
chasing q wlnter's supply Of apples.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

Educate Your Bowels with Cmscarets.
Candy Cathartic, cure constipation forever
LOG ~. IT G. c. @ fail. druggists refund money.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

Entered at the East Las vegas, n. M,
postof1ce for ransmission through the
malls as second class n. alter.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

Miss Ophelia Palmer,o OF, Buda, Texas,
will spend several months at Clayton,
visiting Ter sister and brother.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

Tommy Burch was attacked and his
thigh was badly lacerated by a vicious
dog at Las Cruces.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20
THosH ~JUDGEsHiPs.

II pans HE OPTIC 10 say IL, but 10
the New Merican u Thursday We foo
this sensele-s .rgou;
The surmlse now IA, that Of the remain
ing four judicial appointments, three Will
be made from residents OF the Territory
and one from non-residsnts. How near
correct this surmise 10, cannot be said At
thls time, as no one seems to know hut tho
president, and he docs not seem inclined to
tell.
And in this connection we hear that
some republicans over there, high ID
The pnrIy councils. are relating some.
thing Of a ke on our boy governor.
III am gong TO have three OF thu
judges appointed" the governor Is
reported to have said. sand Mr.. Nc
Kinley may look after the other two, In
whom l have no interest. ! am only
concerned with three and will name
them" Judge Crumpacker Is sup
posed to be one Of the two that the
governor is not sinterested" In.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

1t is understood that Harry 2. Owen.
formerly Of Albuquerque and latterly
chief st%enographer o Judge Fields.
counsellor for the Louisville. New AL
bany 6 Chicago railway in Chicago,
will step into the clerkship in the Sec
ond judicial district, coming out with
Judge Crumpacker.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

OFFICIAL PAPER OF THE CITY.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

The Washington teiegraphic cores
pendent of the Denver Republican is
of opinion that the appointment
Of Judge j. w. Crumpacker. Of In
diana, to be associate justice for the
second district Of New Mexico, will
not interfere with the chances Of
Charles F. Irwin, Of Eigin, Ill, who is
Endorsed for the chief justiceship Of
this Territory.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-20

Nearly all the members OF tho bar and
leading republicans and many prominent
citizens as well as many members OF the
republican Territorial COMMITTEES have In
dorsed x.solicitor General Edward L..
Bartlett for the position OF judge tof this
district.-Nsto MeIiedn.
The above appears to be q statement
Of fact. Come now, has Governor
Otero, or Secretary Wallace, or Sur
veyor Quinby Vance. or U. s Marshal
Foraker endorsed Seen" BartlettP
Aye, more, has ex.U. s. Attorney Fiske,
or ex-Delegate Catron endorsed
Seen" Bartlette Let the New
Mexican be honest f1r once and en-
tighten an anxious public!
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1897-05-14
should Amend Revenue Tax Rates.

Washington, May 12.-In reply to
a senate resolution inquiring as to the
effect of the present rate of the internal
revenue tax on .distiI Iasien .of spirits,
collection of revenue, setc Secretary
Gage today replied tflat according to
tables of previous years the highest
revenue rate would be 70 cents gal
lon. He recommends rate of 90 cents
and if reduction be made, to return
to the bonded period of three years.
Among other changes he recommends
is that a special tax of not less than
$500 or more than 81, 600 a year be i'm
posed on the industry of distilling,-to
be determined by the capacity of the
distillery; that only stills having ca .
pacity of twenty gallons or more shall
be entitled to registry and permitted
to operate. The secretary says the
present rate of tax had the effect of
greatly increasing illicit distilling.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1897-05-14
Stabbed at a Dance.

Lafayette, Or, May IA serious
stabbing affray occurred about two
miles north of here, on the Will Green
place, at 2 o'clock this morning. A
neighborhood dance was in progress,
and the Garner brothers, of Lafayette,
were there. They seemed to be dissat-
isied with everything from early even
ing until the dance ended in row. 1t
seems certain dance was called while
others wanted a different dance. Then
the row began. The men were outside
the house on porch, and there were
about six or seven of them, all fight
ing. Pistols were brought out and
knives were used. After a few blows
Will Hill said he was stabbed in the
abdomen, and went over to where Writ
Garner was standing, and, with several
others, accused him of being the assail-
ant. Hills's abdomen was cut, the
cash being about two inches long. The
doctors say there is very little hope Of
the man recovering. Some of those
who participated in this row were un-
der the influence of whisky. The Gar
ner brothers were arrested this morn
ing.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1897-05-14
A Firht With Tramn..

Marshfeld, Wis, May 10.-Chief of
Police Gerwin and Fred Myers, brew
cry employe, were fatally injured today
in an encounter with tramps. During
the day six tramps hung around the
brewery drinking. When Chief Gerwin
tried to disperse them by persuasion,
four of them showed fight, and one of
them slashed the officer with knife,
cutting fearful cash in the left side
of the abdomen and smaller one in
the hand. While interfering, Meyers
bowels were literally ripped out.
Three of the men were captured, and
a mob surrounded the Jail. Mayor
Williams averted trouble by sending
the prisoners to Grand Rapids on spe-
cial train with detachment of the
national guard.