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Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

The shortest days OF the year are
gradually crawling upon us, and mer-
chants and Office working people are
necessitate1 to turn on the electric
lights as early as 4;30 O'Clock in the
afternoon. Though short now, es.
pecially the afternoons, daylight will
be curtailed still further until the 21st
Of next month, when after a stand-still
Of some days, it will again begin to
lengthen. Pretty nearly all the north
ern half OF the planet is now turned so
far away from the sun that we
who live in this part Of what
is called the temperate zone,
only get his life-giving beams at such
an angle that we lose most OF his heat
giving power, as well as of his light,
notwithstanding that we are two or
three million miles nearer to him than
we are in the long, bright and heated
days of June. Then be shines down
upon US from a position almost YER
tical, while at present he shines,
from a point low down in the
goulh,
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22
Blood filteriny.

Impure blood is the cause Of many o.
the diseases that afdict the body. Wher
the kidneys are healthy the blood is
cleansed of all waste matter and impurities
and it carries food, strength and energy tc
every part. Ii the kidneys are Frustrated
the impurities in tho 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.
PRIo KY AtH BITTRRs is a successful
kidney remedy. 1t Eeels and strengthens
the suffering Kidneys, cleapses the liver,
assists the digestion and purifies the
bowels, thus the functional processes are
carried on properly, the blood is purifie d
and healthy conditions prevail. Sold by
MURHEY-VAN EETTEN Drug Co.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

The ancient Greeks believed that the
Penates were theggods who attended to
thu welfare and prosperity of the family.
They were worshipped as household gods
in every home. The household god of to-
day is DR.. Kings New Discovery. For con
sumption, coughs, colds and for all affec-
tions OF Throat. Chest and Lungs 1t is in
valuable. 1t has been tried for a 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 at Murphy
Van Petten Drug Cos. Regular size SOC
and 81 90. M
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

THIS year. Christmas comes or
Saturday, and with Sunday following
there will be two successive holy days.
Next year Christmas will come on
Sunday. During the next century 1t
will occur on Sunday ten times, to wit.
1910, 1921, 1927, 1888, 1949, 1855,
1866, 1877, 1888 and 1894. II We
live we will give each Of our subscribers
= ten -dollar gold piece for q Christmas
present on the latter named occasion.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22
Something to Know

1t may be worth something to know tina,
the very best medicine for restoring the
tired out rervous system to a healty vigoI
is Electric Bitters. This medicine is purely
vegetable, acts by giving tone to the nerve
centres In the stomach, gently stimulate,
the Liver and Kidneys, and aids these or,
rams 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 1t.
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, 1897-11-22
AS TO RLOoDHoUNDs.

There Is noted q remarkable 10.
crease in the breeding Of b~loodheunds
in the eastern states, especially in
Vermont and New Hampshire. Breed
ers in the states mentioned find very
small sale in the east, the "output" Of
the industry coming to the middle and
western states.
Within the past two years, Indiana
parties have led in volume of purchase
and to-day there are bloodhounds at
nearly every county seat. watering
station, cross-road and village. In
diana maintains the class OF dogs for
the detection Of criminals. but in
following up the records made in
northern Indiana about 1 per cent. OF
the "man hunts" have been sue
csssful. r
A great recommend alton is rendered
the bloodhound as a criminal chaser,
but OF late years there is something
radically wrong. somewhere. The dog
is either poorly bred or the criminal is
too "foxy" for the hound and outwits
the smelling organs OF the brute and
gets away. The animal, detective is
fast proving a failure.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

MAJOR W. H. Ii. LLEwELLrN, OF
Las Cruces, who has been a guest at
the Brown Palace in Denver, managed
20 have himself cleverly interviewed by
a reporter for the Republican Of that
city. The major is a smooth talker
and he had much to say about the
prosperous present and the favorable
future Of New Mexico.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

Guard your kidneys; the health of the
body depends on those small but import
the blood which, il allowed to remain ir
the system, would cause dropsy and
Bright's Disease. PR1CKLY ASH BITTERs
is a successful kidney tonic, it heals and
strengthens the kidneys, regulates the
liver, stimulates the stomach and digestion,
~cleanses the bowels. IL will prevent OF
cnre Bright's Disease. Sold by Murphey-
Van-Patten. Drug Co.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22
Nstice for PnblicatIon.
omestead Entry No. $500 !

LAND OFFICE AT SANTA FEE, N. M.
October goth, 1897.
Nstics is hereby given that the follow.
ing ne med settler has died notice Of his
Intention to make final proof in support Of
bis claim, and that said proof will be made
before the probate clerk of ean Miguel
county, at Las Vegas, on November 3Oth,
1892. viz: 8. p. Flint, OF East Las Vegas
for the 3. W. x, Sec. IL, t. 10, R. H-E.
He names the following witnesses to
prove his continuous residence upon ard
cultivation OF said land, viz: r. H. Hunt,
OF Rociada, N. NJ; B. Daley, Of Rociads'
N. M; Chas. Nihart, OF Las Vegas, N. M:
II. S.-Wocster, Of Las Vegas.
JAMES H. WALKRR,
pol, S0t Register.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

The intense itching andsnarting, Incl.
dent to these diseases, isinstantly allayed
by applying Chamberlain Eye and
Skin Ointment. Many very bad cases
have been permanently cured by it. 1t
is equally efficient for itching piles and
a favorite remedy for sore nipples.
,chapped hands, chilblains, frost bites
and chronic sore eyes. % cts. per box.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

Will you pay ii for an article when you
can nearly always find something in house
hold furnishing good, stoves, furniture--in
fact, everything for less than one-half the
cost, at s. Kauffman's second hand store,
old town, three doors cast of the postofhcei
t
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

In order to avoid delays on account OF
personal absence, letters to The OPTIC
should not be addressed to any Individual
THr Oprfc. or to the editorial or the bust-
ness department, according to the tenor or
purpose. tttk4 "
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

DR.. Cady's. Condition Powders, arc
just what a horse needs when in bad
condition. Tonic, blood purifier and
vermifuge. They are not food Blu;
medicine and the best in use to put G
horse in prime condition. Price 81
cents per package.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

News-dealers should report to the count
ing any irregularity or i~nattention
on the part OF carriers in the delivery OF
TnH OPTIc. News-dealers can have The
Optic delivered to their depots In any
part OF the city by the carriers. Orderso or
Complaints can be made by telephone,
postal. or In person.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22
OPTIC TELEPHONE NO. !

TIM OPTIc will not, under any circum-
stancss. bv responsible for the return or
Inc safe keeping Of any rejected manu-.
script. NJ exception will b. made TO TINS
rule, with regard 10 eitner letters or To-
ciosures. Nor will the editor enter into
correspondence concerning rejected man
uscripL.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

Ramon Sanchez has been appointed
postmaster at Penssco, N. NJ, vice
Porfirio Abien, removed.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

Married, at the home OF the bride on
the Sugarite, Colfax county, by Rev Z.
Burch, Henry Floyd, OF Johnson's
Mesa, and Miss A Maud Birch.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

A "BLooDY chasm'' is said to exist
between the boy governor and the man
secretary over at Santa Fe..
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

E. E, Sluder, register of the United
States lard office at Las Cruces. is still
dangerously i'll at the sanitarium In
Santa Fe.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

DR.. Hines, OF Springer, was profes.
sioually called to visit Mrs. Curtiss, on
the Sweetwater.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

To secure proper classification, adver-
tisements should be handed In not Later
than 10 O'Clock a. m. ~s
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

James L. johnson, an old time mer.
chant OF Santa Fe, is critically ill with
congestion OF the brain.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22
Special Notice.

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: post paid, $40. 90 per annum; 5000 LOT six
months; $3.50 for three montnss by car-
rier, 20 cents per week.
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iivered BY mail, postpaid, $2.Oo per an
mum, 81. 90 for six months, zoe TOT tnree
sample copies OF both daily and weekly,
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led from all parts OF the country: Com
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7 and address, not for publication, but as a
guaranty OF good faith.
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order, postal note, express or reSlstere9
/ kilograms to Vrrto.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22
res, are the only pills to take
Hoods Pills with Hood s-arsaparilla

The young mar ct the Screwplate
ranch, Colfax county, is still yearnlng
for q housekeeper.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

It is rumored that Theodore Joseph,
the superintendent Of the national Gem.
efery at Santa Fe, is soon to be trans
ferred.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22
OFFICIAL PAPER OF THE CITY.
MONDAY EVENING, NOV. 90, 1897.
The colts are raising merry mischief
with the republican party in New Mex.

with the republican party in New Mex
leo. Even the Albuquerque Citizen
predicts the reelection Of Delegate
FERGUSON to congress, unless things
change, and the Santa Fe New Mexican
has also sounded a warning note or two.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Lambert, OF
Cimarron, celebrated their fftieth an
adversary of welded life.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

Nntered at the Fast Las vegas, n. NJ,
postofflce for transmission through the
malls as second class n liter.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1897-11-22

Mrs. Will Temple, OF Springer. is
study Jog the science Of assaying in
Denver.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1897-12-12

age, had somewhat of a checkered ca
reer, and at various times was in
large way of business in the dry goods
line
AT Hastings, Neb, he ran an extern
siNe establishment, which was Destroy
ed by fire nine years ago, after which
he came to Salt Lake and bought an
interest in the Walker Bros. dry goods
house, when the firm had their store
at Main and Second South streets. The
title of the firm was changed to the
Walker Bros. & F'yler company in
which Mr. F'yler remained a partner
with an active say in the management
until about two years ago and by his
ability as buyer and general business
acumen he contributed largely to its
success.
Some time prior to his leaving the
firm of Walker Bros. & F'yler he fell
into dissolute habits, gambled consider
ably and drank too much. He was
mixed up in a scandal with a, Mrs. Nc
Comic, who occupied a position in the
store and roomed in the Dolly block,
where Fyler frequently visited her at
unreasonable hours.
Their conduct became so fragrant
that the ianitor of the Dolly block, a
man named Marshall Adams, remon-
strated frequently and finally swore to
a complaint charging Fyler and the
woman with a violation of the seventh
commandment. The case became very
sensational not only on account of the
prominence of F'yler and the nature
of the charge, but by the subsequent
developments in regard to the com
planning witness, Adams. While the
case was pending Adams received a
dose of poison, which he claimed was
administered to him in a glass of beer
by a stranger in a saloon. Adams,
however, got the poison, came near dy-
ing and after he recovered he suddenly
disappeared and his whereabouts did
not become known for many months
afterwards. In the meantime the case
against. F'yler and the woman was dis
missed for want of prosecution, Adams
being the principal witness
This scandal was the immediate
cause of FLYERS retirement from the
/ firm of Walker Bros. & Fyler. 1t is
said he took out quite 2 large sum of
money as his share. A few months af-
forwards he opened a dry goods store
/ in Mercur, but after a few months
failed and then went to San Francisco
| where he obtained responsible posi-
ton. Recently he went TO Denver to
look over the business field, with n view
OF locating there and was seized with
the illness which proved fatal.
He was considerably interested in
mining enterprises and carried life in
surance. One policy was with the Mu-
tual Life of New York, which he car
ried since 1875, otherwise he is not sup
! posed to have left much means. He had
/ great abilities as a business man. but
owing to his dissipated habits his life
may be said to have been a failure.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1897-12-12

The earnings of the Utah Central
railroad for the last month increased
12O per cent. This showing on the part
of the little road is said to be due IN
part to the excellent terminal faclll-
ties, the traffic arrangements with the
connecting lines here, especially the
Rio Grande Western, and the tireless
work of Receiver LOOMS and his as
sistant, Charlie Stanton, who has
proven himself to be a ruStler in every
respect.
Despite all that has been said in con-
nection with the taking UP OF the OPP
ton on the road, held by the lilo
Grande Western, it is by no means
certain that it viii be taken up, al
though the indications are in that di-
rection at this time. There is di-
Yersity of opinion as to the course OF
procedure between the receiver ana
the interests represented by Frank
Pierce.
For instance, there are $4,000 in taxes
to pay The Pierce interest contends
mildly that the receiver does not have
to pay these taxes, but if the Western
takes the road it can liquidate the
same The receiver is of the opinion
that it is his duty to pay Them, so that
if the Western does take up its option
and become a purchaser it will have
clear title.
1t is conceded that unless the West
ern does take up it's option the road
will have a hard row to hoe. Either
line is in a position to give it a black
eye. BY simply refusing to make
traffic arrangement or permitting the
line to make connections on the trans
fer of freight the Central would be
placed in a very awkward position by
either the Short Line or the Western,
and in the light of the decrease in
shipments of ore from the Park, the
, revenue would be slim indeed with the
rate to Denver on ores made by the
Union Pacific.
If the Western does take the road it
is very likely that considerable repair
ing and improvement will be done.
The question of whether a third rail
can be laid so that standard gauge
cars can be run on the road, has been
debated somewhat, and it is agreed
that with some changes this can be
done. If this plan is adopted, ore ship
ments could be made without transfer,
and a great deal of extra labor saved.
OF course, the question of standard
gauge locomotives being used is i'm
practicable. The grades are too heavy,
| the curves too short, and the bridges
| too light for anything of this sort.
Dec. 20 is anXiously awaited, for that
is the date when action will be taken.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1897-12-12
Will Be No Meafing.

Denver, Colo, Dec. 11.-There will be
no transcontinentals passenger associa-
ton. The cali for asmeeting of general
passenger associations at st. Louis for
next Tuesday has been withdrawn, be-
cause there was no prospect of the
meeting being attended by more than
a handful of general passenger agents.
Such was the information contained in
q telegram received in Denver from w.
T. White, passenger traffic manager of
the Santa Fe. There seems to be no
crying need for a transcontinental as
ISOLATION, since the railroads have man
aged to get along without one for
some moths.
1.-THE Herald announced this yester-
day, giving substantially the same
facts, The truth is, that, in addition
testhe above, the condition of the IN
ion Pacific is such that it cannot join.
Without the Union Pacific, no trans
continental agreement would stand
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1897-12-12
Land Case Settled.

Milwaukee, Dec. 1.-THE three suits
instituted by the receivers, Payne, Oaks
and Rouse, against the ST. Paul, Min
neapolis & Manitoba Railroad com
pany, growing out of the. dispute over
land grants in the state of Minnesota,
have been amicabiy settled, and an
order of dismissal will be entered in a
few days.
In the statement the Northern Pa
cific receivers secure rs, 745 acres of val
liable land, all in Minnesota, and $50, 900
in cash. Most important of all, how
ever, is the assurance that settlers who
have purchased land in good faith from
the Manitoba company are not to be
disturbed in their possession, but in
stead, the two companies are to join
in making the titles good and bind
ing.
The Manitoba company takes 39,927
acres of land, and sS9, 600 in cash. Three
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1897-12-12

peddler then went off wondering whose
it could be.
A dav or so later he noticed the ac-
count of the affair in the papers and
went to O'Reilley with the purse and
returned it to him. O'Reilley counted
over the money and found that S25 was
missing and in view of the circumstances
he had Tobias arrested for taking the
money. At this stage of the game, there
seems to be scarcely evidence enough to
justify the arrest.
Frank Williams the man who was ar
rested on Friday at the instigation of
Kitty Hicks, for passing a worthless
check, was tried in police court yesterday.
He was found guilty and fined $40.
John E. Poole, a soldier of H company
of the Twenty-fourth infantry, was ar
concealed weapon. Yesterday he was
tried in police court and fined $15 for the
offense.
William Watts was also arrested for
disturbing the peace and will have a
hearing tomorrow. He is also a soldier
3 g @
The deaf mute who was arrested for
assaulting a small boy on Friday, was
UP in police court yesterday and was
discharged.
Esau Ferguson was arrested yesterday
by officer Lund on charge of dis
turbing the peace.
Antonio Tenciana was another who
was placed in durance vile for being
drunk ard disturbing the peace of the
community.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1897-12-12
swell PRESENTS.
Where Recherche Gifts Can Be Found
In Artistic Profusion.

From all of the stores which are dis
playing and advertising low prices on
cheap goods, it's a positive relief to no
tice a. department at Dinwoodey's i'm
mense furniture establishment, which
is filed with art goods.
The second floor has been charmingly
transformed into a large booth. which
is truly. transcontinental in character,
embracing among its attractions beau
tiful creations from the tropics, the
poles, the equator.
Here are hung rich oriental rugs, I'M
equalled in texture, the rich soft fabric
appealing both to sight and to touch.
Fur robes are intermingled, making a
pleasing effect and strong contrast.
Scattered around the floor are re-
cherche brass and onyx stand tables,
in polished brilliancy.
A few choice Japanese vases are in
terspersad, adding to the tout en-
semble.
Upon shelves, where they can be seen
to the best advantage, are choice bits
of Venetian glass. Odd pieces of en-
bossed French china made expressly
for the Henry Dinwoodey Furniture
company, are temptingly spread for the
public gaze. Germany furnishes some
very fine bier stems. Other fine ware
is made UP into fish sets and ice cream
sets. Noticeably elegant is the assort-
ment of Austrian ware, the decorating
assuredly ranking as art work
1t is impossible, in this brief mention,
to enumerate hundredth part of the
many pretty things, but Christmas
shoppers viii certainly miss the dis
play Of the season if they neglect an
inspection of the Dinwoodey stock.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1897-12-12
TOWN TALK.

A Christmas entertainment is to be
DAY at 2 p. m.
David Keith of Park City and w. L.
Bretherton OF Milford arrived at the
Anutsford last evening.
Only five permits. calling for an es-
tlmated expenditure of $3.50, were issued
Dy BcudIng Inspector Rooklidge during
the week.
III L: Gates of Omaha is at the Knuts-
1910. The gentleman is a brother of As
sIstant Cashier Gates of the National
Bank CT the Republic.
Yesterdays clearings were S211, 6SS, as
compared with $35S, 927 for the correspond
ing day OF last year. The weeks clearings
rooted up 81 ga, 62S. as compared with
S-,Vi9,5l9 Tor the same week of 1896.
Broker John c. Cutler jr. reports the
sale today of q. c. NJ. l. stock at S10S.50,
and a block of Utah Sugar company stock
at IS also a large block of Home Fire
insurance company stock changed hands
at good figures. There is d fair demand
Tor local investment stocks.
1t Unity hall this morning, Rev. A. L.
Hudson viii preach on the theme: Love
One Another" In the evening, q popular
concert will be given. Those who will
take part are John Robinson, Mrs. Lewis
SybeA Anderson, Mrs Robinson, Cecilia
Sharp, Mrs. Gemmel, H. S. Goddard, Mrs
Lizzie Thomas Edward, r. c. EaSton and
the Unity quartette.
Walter r. Sebree. cashier of the First
National bank at Caldwell, Ida. is at
the Enutsford for a few days. Mr.. Sc
bree spent his childhood days in this city
and his visits here are for recreation
amid the scenes of his youth. His
brother VIII leaves New York soon to
manage a new steamship line from
Seattle to the Klondike.
During. the week 20 births, of which 10
were males, were reported to the health
department. There We're five deaths, eX-
elusive of an equal number brought from
outside the city for interment. Twenty
four contagious disease flags, representing
81 cases of scarlet fever, are outstanding,
and of the infectious diseases reported
five were typhoid fever cases and one of
whooping cough.
Royle Elliott King entertained some of
his little friends and neighbors at a tea
party Friday afternoon in honor of his
first birthday Ten wee little folks sat
down to the table which was laid with
baby dishes and decorated with fruit
cakes and candy, the birthday cake with
its one candle being the chief ornament.
The oldest guest was of the mature age
of six. Those present were: Rachel and
Constance King, Richard Newman, Elsa
Bamberger, Dorathy Bamberger, Nicholas
Ransohoff, Alfred Siegel, Horace Siegel,
Virginia Beatty.