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Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
HOGG PUZZLES TEXAS.
Politicians Are at Sea as to the
Ex-Governor's Intentions.


AUSTIN, Tex, July 1S.-Former
Governor Hogg, of Texas, has the
average Texas politician guessing.
He stirred Tammany by his Fourth of
July speech, but he did not create
half so much commotion up there as
he is doing down here in Texas among
the politicians. His presence at the
Tammany feast and his utterances
there have set everyone to guessing
as to what his real object is.
Many politicians in Texas have lit
tie use for Governor Hogg. They
have demonstrated this several times
in the last year. The boys from the
forks of the creek still idolize the big
ex- Governor. The politicians only
six months ago arranged plans by
which they hoped to kill Hogg effect
ually. The matter came up over
claim he had against the State for
attorneys fees in collecting money
due the State by the Federal govern
ment. The politicians in both ends OF
the Texas Legislature decided that
they would sit all over Hogg and his
claim and they did so. They returned
to their homes with triumph written
on their faces and announced that
they had refused to pay Hogg his fee.
Hogg simply laughed.
Now that Hogg is stirring every
thing up In New York, and as side
issue In stirring the political waters
OF Texas, the politicians have begun
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
INSTANTLY KILLED.
A Bolt of Lightning Issued From Sun
set Skies and Killed Frank Zum-
walt Near New Harmony.

Special Dispatch to the Ledger.
VANDALIA, Mo-, July 15.-Frank
zumwalt, aged 21 years, was instantly
killed by lightning at the home of H.
NJ Royalty, near New Harmony, 7
miles southeast Of here, yesterday
afternoon about six O'Clock. The
young man was returning from the
corn field and carried a hoe with
which he had been working, over his
shoulder. The sun was shining bright
ly at the time and there was heavy
cloud travelling southwark. The young
man must have been instantly killed,
as the entire force OF the bolt Of light
ming passed through his body. A
discolored spot in his forehead and at
the edge of his hair over the left eye
was the sign Of where he received the
fatal shock. The hair on bis head and
body was singed and his hat, clothes
and shoes were badly torn up. A new
pair of shoes which the young man
was wearing was literally torn to
shreds. The remains were shipped
to Illinois, his home, for interment.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
.PUGH is FOR BRYAN.
THE ALABAMA EX-SENATOR rs
OF THE OPINION HE WILL BE
CHOSEN BY THE PEOPLE.
HIS IDEAS UPON The PLATFORM.
Should Endorse Silver, Oppose Trusts
and Favor Prosecution of the
War in the Philippines "A
Strong Declaration.

WASHINGTON, July 12.-Ex- Senator
Pugb, of Alabama, was ''surprised and
mortified" on reading the interview
with his old colleague, Senator Nor
gan, in which the latter declared that
the Democratic party should not
nominate for President anyone radi-
cally committed on the silver ques-
ton. He understands this to be ad-
vice TO sheIve Bryan. He said:
81 believe that william J. Bryan Is
the best organizer and the wisest and
most reliable Democratic statesman
now living, and he SNOW better estab-
lished in tho confidence Of the Ameri-
can people as such a statesman and is
now stronger than he ever was and
can be elected when nominated, as he
surely win be, by the next Demo-
cratic National Convention.
"As to the next platform, let it be
the Chicago platform with additional
declarations against the manifold
trusts, growing ont Of the existence
OF the gold standard and prohibitory
tariff duties, also in favor Of the vig-
orous prosecution OF the war in the
Philippines until peace and order 10
established and the governing power
and jurisdiction Of the United States
is fully established, not for territorial
expansion or domination OF the United
States, but for the sole purpose Of
securing to the people Of those isIands
better and more stable government,
with all the rights, liberty and privi-
leges they show themselves by trial
to be capable Of accepting and enjoy
ing in a condition of Independent self
government.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
Grandma Crowson Dead.

Mrs. M NJ. Crowson, aged ~ years,
died Thursday morning, June 13, at
the home OF her sister, Mrs. M. r.
Davis, in CentralIa. Mrs. Crowson
went there few weeks ago to attend
the bedside Of her sister, who has been
sick for many months, and while there
was taken sick and was q great suffer-
or from the beginning Of her illness.
Since girlhood deceased had been q
member Of the Baptist church. Be-
sides a host OF relatives she leaves
scores of friends to mourn her death.
The remains we're taken to Galloway
county and buried at Richland church
by the side OF her husband, who pre-
ceded her to the grave over seven
years ago.
Mr.. and Mrs. Crowson reared seven
children and all of them attended
their mother during her sickness ex-
cept one daughter, who was prevented
from coming on account Of being III.
The sons are W. T., ]. T., r. A. and
Calvin, residing In Galloway county;
the daughters are Mrs. Rachel Stew
art, of Guthrie; Mrs. s. e. Stephens,
Of Fillmore, Mo-; Mrs. r. p. Key and
Mrs. r. w. Miller, of this city, the
latter step daughter of deceased.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
JOSEPH +, ARNOLD DEAD.
Died Of Lung Trouble at 10 O'clock
Friday Morning-A Son Of R. q.
Arnold, Cashier of the
National Bank.

Alto o'clock Friday morning Joseph
Freelsnd Arnold, son of r. r. Arm
old, Sr., cashier OF the First National
Bank, Of this city, died at his home on
East Jackson Street. Deceased was
20 years old and had been suffering
from lung trouble for several years;
within the past two years his condi-
ton became serious and for che past
few months dangerous. On Wednes-
day Of last week he began 70 fall
rapidly.
Before his health became serious,
deceased was engaged In farming 3h
miles northeast Of Mexico. In 1891
he went to San Antonio. Tex, in an
endeavor to recuperate his health.
Mr.. Arnold leaves a father, mother
and three brothers and three Sis
ters. His brothers are: M. A. Arnold
State Bank Inspector; ]. B. Arnold,
Assistant Cashier Of q st. Joseph
bank; R. R. Arnold, Jr., bookIkeeper
in the First National Bank, Of this
city. His sisters are Misses Julia,
Anna Belle and Elizabeth, all of this
city.
Deceased could number each res
ident of Mexico as his particular
friend; he was generous to his own
detriment. A friend could never ask
him for sacrifice but that be would
be accommodated.
The remains OF Joseph F. Arnold
were inferred in the Mexico Ceme-
terry Saturday afternoon. Services
were conducted from the residence at
O'Clock by Rev. 8. D. Butcher.
The pail bearers were George and
Chas. Morris, James Wilkins, Robert
E. Hisey, Ross Oauthorn and j. d.
Orear
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20

thus early to jump sideways. They
don't know whether Hogg wants to
run for Vice President or whether he
wants to show them that he Is big
ger man than they thought.
The situation is amusing. On every
hand is being asked: "What is Hogg
trying to do7n Many seem to think
that Hogg is securing that political
prestiage at the hands Of Tamniany
which will permit him to further
dictate the political future of aspiring
Texas politicians. II that be bis de-
sire he will come close to accomplish
ing his desire, in view Of his recent
utrerances. His loyalty to Bryan at
a time when it looks as IT the leaders
want to throw him, and the high
standing Bryan enjoys In Texas, will
combine to Strengthen Hogg.
II his old friend Chiffon were not in
the senatorial race, the politicians
could say and many would believe
that he was fixing bis calls for that
race. His loyalty to OhiIton would
prevent anything like this, however.
He has had ell the state Offices he
wants.
He certainly does not want to de-
sert his palace for the hovel and
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20

A NEWS dispatch from Fulton con-
'eys the intelligence that Judge John
Hockaday will probably be q can
|'date for the nomination for Oon-
tess In the Eighth district TO all the
||ace made vacant by the death of Mr..
land. It is reliably stated that while
|pdge Hockaday is not seeking and
|ill not seek the nomination, yet II
Allaway county, speaking through
be convention by anything like
|hanimity OF voice, says he is her
hoice for Congress, he VIII accept It
hd allow his name to be presented
More the congregational convention
D the nomination, and II the nomi-
|ltion Is rendered to him he will ac-
tpt II and take OF his coat and 60 in
, the fight with all the vim and force
tnt 10 at his command. He will also,
ls stated, put In his entire time from
6s nomination till election canvass
NJ the entire district and leave no
|pne unturned to win the race.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
TaYlor Chosen For Gorernor.

LEXINGTON, KY, July 1s.-The Re-
publican State Convention adjourned
tonight, after being in continuous
session since 0 O'Clock this morning.
What was called the Deboe-Taylor
slate, for the most part, was ratified.
The following ticket was nominated:
For Governor William s. Taylor.
For Lieutenant Governor - John
Marshall.
For Secretary of State Caleb Pow
ers.
For Attorney Clifton ].
Pratt.
For Auditor-John s. Sweeny.
For Treasurer-Walter r, Day.
For Superintendent of instruction
John Burke.
For Commissioner of Agriculture
John w. Throckmorton.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
Good Cattle From Andrain.

From the National Live Stock Reporter.
N. R. Whites well known stockman
OF Mexico, Mo-, and here with a se-
lect consignment of butcher cattle,
consisting of so head Of blocky little
707-pound yearling Hereford heifers
sold at s5.15 to Mathew Courtney for
the st. Louis Dressed Beef 90. These
cattle were fed by Jno. X. Brown,
one Of Audrain's county's best feed
ere, and their conditioning was cer-
tainlY . tribute TO him.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
She Wants q Divorce.

Mrs. Matte L. McCully has applied
for g divorce from her husband, B.
Frank McCully. She alleges that her
husband, by his cruel and dangerous
treatment, abusive language and nom
support, made her life intoIerable.
She asks for a divorce, alimony and
the retention Of her s-year-old son.
The couple was married on Feb. II,
Ise2, and parted Oct. I, Ises.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
A TOWN MADE FAMOUS.
GALLATIH, MO, WHERE FRANK
JAMES WAS TRIED AND
ACQUITTED.
A FAMED FEDERAL COMMANDER.
Maj. Cox, Who Led the Forces That
Killed Bill Anderson, the Great
Guerrilla = Letter From J.
v. Williams.

Correspondence OF the Ledger.
GALLATrN, NO., July 11.--A delight-
full ride In the pure morning air OF the
fertile valley of Grand River, 20 miles
below Trenton, through the golden
fields Of grain, dark green corn and
shady elm forests, brought me to
breakfast here at Z. saw more good
corn and wheat In Grand River valley
on this ride Of 20 miles than have
seen on any 100 miles OF road have
travelled.
Gallatin is the town made famous by
the trial and acquittal OF Frank james.
He visited here few days since. 1t
Is stauch Democratic town, full OF
wealthy merchants and bankers and
is compact, pretty little city of
about 1900. Here lives the gray haired
commander OF the Federal force that
captured killed and the hero of the
Centralia massacre, Bill Anderson, In
fierce battle in CLAY county near the
little town of Orrick; Maj. s. P. Cox is
his name, now a Justice Of the Peace
in Gallatin. had a long talk with him
on the strife and struggles of those
unhappy days.
Riding up from the depot to Gallatin
the bus was crowded. Apretty little
lady held a long bundle In her lap
wrapped and pinned in newspapers. |
asked her to let me stack her bundle
upon my grip so as to make more
room. "Bundle, indeedi" she said,
"this is my baby" And sure enough
when she took the newspapers from
around him, he was indeed a sweet
little baby, dressed in snow white. I
thought to myself, I'lI surely learn
some sense Il I travel few years
longer.
Bob White seems to be known up
here, just as be is in Audrain. Ali
heard OF bis hurried trip abroad and
hope the salt air was beneficial to
him. To-day I was in Maryville, Nod
away county, the home Of my genial
friend, Virgil Keene, who is perhaps
known to more county officers than
any other man In Missouri. After
travelling for many years through
Salines Johnson, Pettis and Lafayette
counties, and driving or going by rail
to every town in these, l must say
that this Grand River contry is the
most fertile and valuable OF any part
OF Missouri. =
For three days now have Travelled
through q heavy elm and birch wood
ed country. Corn is as high as an or
dinary man and wheat is fine. have
been on the great Port Arthur route
OF railroad to-day. 1t took us hours
to go 20 miles. Got of the track three
times, but having splendid trade in
every town l make with our wonder
full "Exterminator." Ihold my pa
tience, but reioiced in my life insur-
ance, and even deign hope Of immor-
tality. When we were getting of the
track the last time l meekly asked a
lady who sat near me II she had been
baptized. "Yes," she said, "but am
no Campbeilite; was sprinkled."
I shall land in st. Joseph tomorrow
and look for big trade and a pleas
ant time. In Atlanta to-day l heard
good report of two Of our Mexico
boys who had taught there, Mr.. Sharp
and Mr.. Simmons. Mexico people
always get along everywhere they go,
even to Europe. J. ". WILLIAMS.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
Josie Ola Harper Dead.

Josie Ola, the year old daughter
Of MIR. and Mrs. ]. P. Harper, Of Rush
Hill, died at that place Thursday
morning, July 1S, at 1880 O'Clock.
Deceased was a sweet bit of humanity,
who was deeply loved In her neigh
borhood. She was 1 month and
days over 9 years Of age. Funeral
services were conducted from Lib
erty church, In Galloway county, at 10
O'Clock Friday morning.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
Oh, the Pain of
Rheumatism!

Rheumatism often causes the most in
tense suffering. Many have for years
vainly sought relief from this disabling
sver. Rheumatism is blood disease,
and Swifps Specific is the only cure, be-
cause II is the only remedy which can
reach such deep-seated diseases.
A few years ago was taken with inilamms.
tory rheumatism. which became 80 intense
that vas for weeks unable to walk. l tried
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
For selling Mortgaged PropertY

Reuben Beard, who was recently ar
rested on the charge Of selling mort
gagged property, was arraigned before
Squire Tomlinson on Friday and
after pleading not guilty was bound
over to await the action Of the Grand
Jury. In default OF $50 bail he viii
spend his time In jail. Beard is q
young farmer Of west Sailing and, it Is
alleged, sold horse, mule, wagon
and an amount OF corn upon which
J. b. Armstrong held a mortgage for
800. /. J. Sims bought the corn and
A. L. Cleveland the other articles.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20


have been constructed by the State
and are in charge Of resident guard
ian. Charges for guides, carriages,
saddle animals, ETC., are regulated by
the commission, so that no one need
fear extortion.
THE GREAT MT. sHAsTA.
Away up near the Oregon line
tands Mt. Shasta, snow-crowned ex-
volcano, which dominates the land
scape Of northern California. Shasta
has been pronounced the most satis-
factory OF the high mountains of the
world. Tts summlt is 1900 feet above
tho sea and it's long, sweeping profile
lines and seeming isolation from other
high peaks give il majestic appear
auce.
Downward flowing from the base OF
Shasta and nelghbcring peaks the
Sacramento River tanables over bonId-
ers and granite lodges for thirty miles
on it's way to the greEt Sacramento
Valley and the sea.
Through this canyon the Shasta
Route OF the Southern Pacific finds
It's way to the summit Of the siskiyous
and beyond through the valleys Of
Oregon. In summer the canyon is a
paradise OF outrageous beanty, re-
gion of forests and groves, of leafy
shrubs and beautiful flowers, of roar
ing tumbling rivers, shining iakelets,
dancing trout streams and sparkling
soda springs.
1t is an ideal vacation resort coun-
try and numbers Of tent and cottage
camps have been established through
out its entire length--by name, Sweet
Brier Camp, Oastella, Upper Soda
Springs, Shasta Retreat, Shasta
Springs, sissons and Mt. Shasta
Camp.
The Shasta Syringe form natural
fountains of sparkling soda water on
the sides Of the canyon among the
greenwood, presenting beautiful
appearance. The water from these
springs is marketed all over the United
States, and it's preparation is quite
an industry In this mountain canyon.
By the trails both the foot and verge
of Yosemite Falls may be reached.
You may stand on the cliff, secured
by an iron railing, and watch the
water as it tumbleg of into space
from the lip Of rock. You may lie ON
. boulder at the tip-top of Eagle
Peak and gaze down 1900 feet to the
valley below or of to the half
Dome, Mt. Starr King, Clouds Rest
and the wilderness of peaks that lose
themselves in the sky to the east
ward. You may climb the stairway"
on the deck Of q mule, and, after
viewing vernal and Nevada Falls from
below and above, finally stand on
the projecting rock at Glacier Point
and see another great panorama, each
object taking new shape from the
change in your position.
We have Just been furnished with
small bottles to take some Of the
climate home in. This is a new use
for bottles. RIM. WHITE.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20

GA. DAvAuLT, the editor of the Far
ssr Forum, has been recommended as
census Supervisor Of the Ninth Gem
|ns District Of Missouri. The recon-
nendation was made by Senator Cock
|ell and is practically the appoint
bent. Mr.. Davault is conservative in
D. Of his actions and his appointment
|bceives the approval of the citizens
Il the district.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
NOT ENTIRELY DESTITUTE.
Search Revealed That Mrs. Grindstand
Has Considerable Money.

oEETRALIA, Mo-, July IS. = Mrs.
Mary Grindstand, an aged lady, living
near this city, was recently adjudged
OF unsound mind and not competent
to attend to her business. A guardian
was appointed by the Probate Court.
Mrs. Grindstand protested that she
was in destitute circumstances, but
her room was searched and $3.50 was
found in her bed clothing. Il is be-
lieved that she has other sums Of mon
ey hidden In her room.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20

7. J. Kslso has received a check
for $500 from the K. o. 7. NJ. Grand
Lodge. This check lie to pay Thos. ].
Stevens, east of Mexico, on disabIll-
~ claim. He Is palsied and win draw
s30C year for ten years.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
No Surprise to His Friends.

The Independence Sentinel says: R.
White, Of the Mexico LEDGER,
p reelected Recording Secretary
the National Editorial Association.
'at is no surprise 10 hls Missouri
'ltorial brethren. Bob makes an
hclent officer and deserves his Sec
d term IN that capacity. The Asso-
atlon seems to have had 4 fine sess.
} and IN enjoyable time at Portland.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
- wenty Years Ago :
This Week.

s. NJ. Locke was at Elk Springs.
Miss May Silver visited IN Fulton.
Hiram Ricketts, was in Texas.
J.w. Carson was In Boston.
DR.. Grasty was up after a severe
spell of illness.
Mrs. Jas. Galloway and Mrs. Hiram
Ricketts, visited in Fayette.
Ed Bolts was to build q residence in
south Mexico.
Mrs. l.. B. Fotter entertained her
sister, Mise May Wetmore, of st.
Louis.
Hon. ]. A. Flood died. he was in
sured for $4,000.
Hardin, the infant son of Mr.. and
Mrs. Terrill, died.
DR.. W. b. Lee, Of New London, was
expecting to move to Mexico.
]. J. GIN was acting editor of the
LEDGER.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20

vANDALIA, Mo-, July ls.-L. o.
Ankrom and Mias Laura Barnes, Of
near Middletown, were married last
evening at s o'clock. This is the
closing chapter Of an eleven years.
courtship,the two having been sweet
hearts since childhood.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20

THE LEDGER makes its prettiest
Vow to the enterprising journal which
lrst uncovered the fact that Gen.
ihafter was once one of ne. As q
'elIc hunter we beg to courtesy low
b our contemporary. II has sprung
'ome good ones on us.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20

9. s. s. Before allowing me 20 take u, how
gyer, my guardian, who vas q chemist. ana
Used the remedy, and pronounced - free Of
potash Or mercury. felt 90 much better after
ndy, and in two months was cured completely.
The cure was permanent, for have never since
had touch Of rheumatism though many
times exposed 70 damp and cold weather.
KLEANoR N. THRILL,
sTii Povsiton Avenue. Philadslphia.
Don'tsufier longerwith rheumatism.
Throw aside your oils and liniments, Is
they can not reach your trouble. Don't
experiment with doetors-their potash
and mercury will sdd TO your dlsabil-
lty and completely destroy your diges-
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20


several prominent physi-
cisnssnd took their treat
ment faithfully, but was
unable to ges the slight
est relief. Intact. mycon-
dition seemed 10 grow
worse, the disease spread
ever ny entire body. and
from November 70 March
I suffered agony. l tried
many patent medicines,
but flone relieved me.
Upon the adyiee Of 9
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
WHAT m THE CHILDREN DRINK

Don't give them tea OF coffee. Have you tried
the new food drink called GRAIN-Of It rs de.
hcious and nourishing and takes the place Of
coffee. The more GRAIN-O you give the chill
dren the more health you distribute through
their systems. GRA1NO is made of pure
grains, and when properly prepared tastes like
the choice grades Of coffee, but costs about Y
a. much. All Qrocers sell u. 1bc and &c.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
Another Aspires to Succeed Missouri's
Great Commoner.

FULTON, Mo-, July 1I.-HonorabIe
d. Perrow Bailey, a prominent attor-
ney Of this city and for anumber Of
years private secretary of the late R.
P. Bland, has announced himself in q
card in a local paper here to-day as =
candidate for the Democratic nOmI-
nation for Congress in this the Eighth
District, to al the place made vacant
BY the death of Mr.. Bland.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20

SENATOR JONES has written TO q
|riend that he has recovered his health
IND will resume active work as CHAIR
ban Of the Democratic National Com
nittee as soon aa be returns to this
tountry.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
ooNv1cT's STORY DOUBTED,

CONfACAo . eAOhh OOJbIADs
JEFFERSON CITY, July 12.-0fficers
OF the penitentiary think that there is
no truth in the letter written by one
James Lee, In which he asserts that
he knew Gilbert Gates In Arizona in
1894. Your correspondent had q con-
versation with him to-day in the
presence of Captain Jesse Tolin. He
says that Gates did not want to let his
people know where he was because
be liked the wild life of miner. He
asserts also that Gates went under
the name of George Dorsey, but for
what reason he does not know. While,
he says, Gates told him Of hts life, he
made no mention about what become
of his property while travelling In
Missouri. and where he was supposed
TO have been killed.
Captain ToIin listened 10 the story,
and then said:
"You know nothing about this mat
ter, except what you saw In the news
papers; you want notoriety."
81 know only what / wrote" he
said. "If they write to Monahan and
Murphy they viii know Dorsey"
show do they know Dorsey was
Gates9n
To this he replied, 81 don't know.n
Captain Tolin and other officials
who heard the conversation say they
are satisfied that il is q made-up
efOrv
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20

Sheriff Nelson took Alexander Jes-
ter out for a ride about town ysstsr-
day afternoon. The Sheriff is very
kind to the aged prisoner and the
outings are greatly beneficial 70 the
old mans health.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
Arreatad Ear Horsa Theft

Troy, Mo-, July 12.-James Dur
ram, aged 65, was arrested near Ten
tralia, NO., and brought back to Troy
to await trial on charge Of stealing
two horses in this county three years
a0a
Mexico weekly ledger., 1899-07-20
TRY AlENS FOOT . EASE.

A powder TO be shaken into the shoes. Your
feet feel swollen, nervous and hot, and get tired
try Aliens Foot-Ease. 1t cools the feet and
makes walking easy. Cures swollen, sweating
feet, ingrowing nails, blisters and callous spots
Relieves oorns and bunions OF al pain and gives
rest and comfort. Try II to-day. Sold BY all
druggists and shoe stores for 25c Trial package
FREE. Address, Allen s. olmsted, Ls Roy, NY.