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Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29
PRICE BAKING POWDER CO.,
CHICAGO.

Mrs. Ira Barnett and daughter return
ed Monday from a protracted visit in
Chicago and Iowa points.
Col. Thornby, of Deadwood, spent
Christmas with the family of his sister,
Mr.. and Mrs. j. Il. Pitcher.
! Mrs. Royal Johnson and son Archie
from near Sheridan, S. d.. were visiting
friends in town Thursday and Friday.
! Mr.. and Mrs. G. II. Henderson spent
Christmas at Pringle with Mrs. Hender.
sons parents, Mr.. and Mrs. A. j. Broad
head.
Mrs. G. w. Reid and two daughters
came in from Spearfish Monday to spend
Christmas with relatives and friends in
this place.
Miss Clara Albien, who is teaching a
term of school at Sheridan, S. D., came
here Monday to spend the holidays with
her parents.
bhO lhCNti duI III itOih EpNdi =
Monday. He remained over until yes
terday to look after business interests he
still holds here.
w. A. Petch came over from Spear
fish Monday to eat Christmas dinner
with his family. He will return to Spear
fish Wednesday.
Mrs. J.. w. Fowler, Miss A. Fowler,
Miss Lake and Mrs. Blackley were reg
istered at the Kleemann early in the
week from Rapid.
q. G.. Jones, of Utica, Nebraska, is
visiting here with his brothers, A. J.
and Homer Jones, for the holidays. He
arrived on Friday Of last week.
Mrs. Hattie and Frank Spring were
up from their ranch on Squaw creek
Thursday on business before the county
court in connection with the estate Of
Antonio Spring.
G. w. Pitcher arrived from Deadwood
Tuesday morning to spend Christmas
with his family. Mr.. Pitcher holds the
position of solution man at the Wasp
Cyanide plant at Lead.
c. Y. Axes, better kncgn in north
western Nebraska as Charley the Dig
ger" came in Sunday to spend the holi.
days with his family. The Axes family
intend to make Custer their permanent
home.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29
Personal Mention.

T.. G. Johnson ives over from Hill City
Saturday.
Chester Henderson returned from
Buffalo Gap Sunday.
ID. w. Webster left Thursday for
Edgemont and his sheep ranch.
Ed. N. Davis returned Monday from a
trip to Rockford on mining business.
AL Reder and wife of Spearfsh spent
Christmas with friends near this place.
Mrs. S. Guyette went to Hot Springs
Monday to look after business matters.
j. w. McCloud and Ii. G. Bowers re-
presented Hermosa in town Wednesday.
Miss Maggie Durbin of Spearfsh is
spending the holidays with Mr.. and Mrs.
w. A. 'Petch.
Mrs. G. Graham is visiting in Key
stone with her parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
w. +. Crouter.
DR.. Calkins, wife and daughter spent
Christmas in Hill City with the family
of his brother.
Carl Reinbold departed Monday for
Omaha, after a two weeks visit here Oil
mining business.
Mr.. aud Mrs. Thomas Richardson of
Pleasant Valley spent Christmas with
friends in this city.
w. G. Jones Of Date, S. d., arrived
Sunday, to spend the holidays with
friends in this place.
F, G. n. Graydon left for the east Sun
day. He is expected back about the
middle Of next week.
Mrs. II. G. Butterfield departed Mon
day for Lusk, Wyoming, to spend the
holidays with her sister.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

The Christmas holiday was highly en-
joyed at this place. At the Congrega-
tional and Methodist churches the usual
interesting and entertaining programmes
were presented on Monday evening,
December "a, and the little ones were
made glad by the reception Of appro-
pirate gifts and treats. The churches
were crowded with friends and relatives
of the participants. The exercises were
well rendered and received hearty APP
plauses from the congregations. Those
who had charge of the program and ar
%rangements are deserving Of great ere
dit and praise for the decided success of
the entertainments. The day was de-
lightful, and will be long remembered
as being one of the most pleasantest ever
experienced in the history of the town,
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29
Just Saved his Life.

1t was a thrilling escape that Charles
Davis of Bowerston, o., lately had from
a frightful death. For two years a Sc
we're lung trouble co stantly grew worse
until it seemed he must die of consump-
ton. Then he began to use DIR. Kings
New Discovery and lately wrote: 1T
gave instant relief and effected a per-
manent cure" Such wonderful cures
have for 20 years, proven it's power to
cure all throat, chest and lung troubles.
Price soc. and Sl.00. Every bottle guar
anteed. Trial bottles free at A. j. Jones
drug store.
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Notice for Publication

LAND OFFICE At RAPID CITY, s. D.
November Is, 1900.
Notice Is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice of his Intention 10
make final proof in support Of his claim, and
that said proof will be made before the County
Judge Of Custer County, S. d., at Custer City, s.
d., on December 81, 1900, viz:
ALBERT j.. NERXA,
H.. L. GO63, for the southwest quarter southwest
quarter, section 20, and south half southeast
quarter, northwest quarter southeast Quarter.
section 26, township 2 south, range 3 east, b. II.
M.
lie names the following witnesses to prove
said land, viz:
Willis L. Eberhart, OF Custer, Custer county,
;, D.; Henry Mahnke, of Custer, Custer county,
). d.; John i. FOran, of Custer, Custer county,
:. D.; John d. Foster, of Custer, Custer county,
s. ID. '
A. X. GARDNER, Register.
First publication, November "a, 1900.
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Notice for Publication,
LAND OFFICE AT RAPIp CRY, s. Il

LAND OFFICE AT RAPID CITY, =. d.. !
November Il, 1900. I
Notice IN hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice OF his intention e
make final proof in support Of his claim, auC
that said proof viii be made before Clerk of III,
Circuit Court, Custer county, Custer City, =. ID.
ut Custer City, ). d., on January - 1901, viz:
MICHAEL =. MALLON,
III. T.. GO6S, for the south half southeast quar-
ter, section 81, township 3, south, range east
ana lots | aud 2, section 4, township ! south
range 8 east. q. H.. NJ.
He names the following witnesses to prove his
continuous residence upon and cultivation of
said land, viz:
Alexander II. Smith, of Custer, Custer county,
:. d.. Thomas :. Callan, OF Custer, Custer cOuf-
ty, ). d.; John Mallon, Of Custer, Custer county
:. d.; Edward i. Walsh, Of Custer, Custer coun-
ty, 5. ID.
A. X. GARDNER, Register.
First publication, November ~, 1899.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29
Church Announcements.

Services in the Congregational church
Sunday Dec. 10Th, morning and evening.
Sunday School at 10 a. IN. Preaching ut
II II. NJ. and 7:30 p. m. All cordially in.
yited to these services.
Katherine Powell Radford, Pastor.
- NJ. L. CHURCH.
Sunday School at 10 o'clock. Preach
ing at ii a. IN. and 1880 p. N. 4 cordial
welcome to- all. Watch night services
ia union With Congregational church,
Monday night from 8 to II. A fine pro-
gram is being prepared. See announce
ment elsewhere.
The annual election of officers and
teachers in the Sabbath School will take
place next Thursday evening after the
prayer meeting. A full attendance is
desired.
Frank C. MacDuffee, Pastor.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29
Notice for Publication.

LAND OFFICE AT RAPID CITY. s. ID. |
November IL, 1900.
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has fled notice of ms intention TO
make final proof In support of his claim, and
that said proof will be made before the Clerk of
the Circuit Court, Custer county, =. d., at Custer
City, =. d., ON January 8, 1901, viz:
ANDREW j. GILLE1T,
II. T.. GOG2, for the west half southeast quarter,
southeast quarter southeast quarter, lot 3, sec
ton 81, township 3, south, range 4 east, b.. ri. NJ.
lie names the following witnesses to prove his
continuous residence upon and cultivation of
said land, viz:
HOratiO n. Ross, Of Custer, Custer county, s.
D.; John L. Foran, Of Custer, Custer county, 8.
d.; Thomas ]. Wheeler, of Custer, Custer coun-
ty, =. d.; Wilbur f.. Wright, Of Custer, Custer
county, =. ID.
A. X. GARDNER, Register.
First publication, November y. 1900.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29
For over Fifty Y ears

An Old and Well-Tried Remedy
Mrs. " inslow's Soothing Syrup has been
used for over fifty years by millions OF
mothers for their children while teeth
ing, with perfect success. 1t soothes
the child. softens the gums, allays all
pain, cures wind collie. and is the best
remedy for Diarrhea. Is pleasant to
the taste Sold by Druggists in every
part of the World. Twenty five cents a
bottle. Its value is incalculable. Be sure
and ask for Mrs. Winslow's Soothing
Syrup, and take no other kind.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

The champion western liar is temper
arily located ut Lead City. He tells a
story about paying 30 cents for n chick
en- at a local market, when the fowl
was dressed a gold nugget worth 1918
was found in its crop. 1t is also claimed
that the foul had three well developed
hearts and tWb livers. The Pioneer.
Times news rustler says he saw the
nugget an | took the fellows word for
the balance of the story.-Spearfsh
Mail.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

The Pioneer.Times Of the 22nd inst.
states that DR., l.. L. Clough. presiding
elder OF the Methodist Episcopal confer
ence, is confined to his home with a badly
sprained ankle. He turned his ankle
while on the streets Of Deadwood on
Thursday of last week.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

James Bradley. q miner employed at
The Shawmut mine near Central City
was instantly killed last Saturday by a
mass Of falling rock. lie and his part
ner had made a blast and as they enter
ed the tunnel several tons Of loose rock
fell on top of Bradley. He leaves a wife
and children.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29
Notice Tor PUBLICATION.

LAND OFFICE At RAPID CITY, s. D., [
November 30, 1900. (
Notice Is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice OF his intention TO
make final proof in support Of his claim, and
that said proof will be made before Register or
Receiver, at Rapid City, 5. D., on January IL,
1901, viz:
ROBERT EDWARD BALE,
H.. Il. 43G7, for the south half northeast quar-.
ter, north half southeast qnarter. section II,
township 3 south, range Z east, II. III. NJ.
He names the following witnesses to prove his
continuous residence upon and cultivation Of
said land, viz:
John Lenning, of Hermosa, =. D.; John Il.
Re,!dick, OF HermOsa, y. d.: Edward l.. Griiiiu,
Of Hermosa, =, d.; A. A. Mallow, of Rapid CITY,
), ID.
A. X. GARDNER, Register.
First publication, December 8, 1900.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

The opera house was fairly well filed
on Friday evening of last week to wit.
ness the play "a Celebrated Case" pre-
scented by the Lloyd & Gay Company.
The performance gave good satisfaction,
and judging from the applause was much
appreciated by the audience.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

Fitch & Willis will now make you
prices for the next 80 days that will pay
you to look in to. They are closing out
their entire winter stock and are ready
to make you some prices that will as.
tonish you. Drop in and see for your
self o.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

Don't forget the Ladies Minstrel show
at the opera house Tuesday night, Janu-
airy 1st. New jokes, new songs, lots OF
dancing, cake WALL, pretty marches,
plantation scenes, etc. Tickets only
fifty cents. Two hours of solid fun.
Under the auspices of the Ladies Aid
Societies of the Methodist and Congre-
gational churches.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

G. Fohrman, n prominent copper and
graphite expert from Chicago, spent Il
few days in this vicinity early in the
week. lie went to Deadwood Thursday,
but is expected back here in a day or
two. He represents a New Jersey
Graphite Co. He is in the Hills looking
for Investments.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

Jacob II. Stockmeyer and Miss Maggie
Denny were married in Custer last Mon
afternoon, December oath. The cere.
mony was performed by Rev. Catherine
Powell Radford, pastor of the Congrega-
tional church of this city. Mr.. and
Mrs. Stockmeyer will reside in Custer.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

The Scottish Rite Masons and Shrin-
ers are going 10 have a big time in
Deadwood to day. They have large
classes to initiate, and it is expected
there will be visitors from all parts ofthe
west. If the weather permits there will
be a demonstration in the open air.
Custer will be represented by Mr.. ID.
Carrigan.
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Notice for Publication.

LAND OFFICE AT RAPID CITY, a.. d., {
November 2S, 1900.
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice of his Intention to
make final proof In support Of his claim, and
that said proof will be made before Clerk OF
Circuit Court, ut Custer, s. d., on February 8,
1901, viz:
JOHN MALLON.
III. f.. No. eOC7, for the northeast quarter south
west quarter, and lots 2, 3, 4 and 8, section 10,
township 3 south. range 8 east, ID. III. M.
He names the following witnesses 10 prove his
continuous residence upon and cultivation Of
said land, viz:
Chris Hendrickscn, of Custer, =. d.; George
Tarbell, of Custer, $. d.; II. N. Ross, Of Custer,
5. d.; g. S. Johnston, OF Custer. n. ID.
A. X. GARDNER, Register.
First publications December I, 1900.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

The Congregational and Methodist
Churches will hold a union watch night
service in the Methodist church, Mon
day night. The service will begin
with a social and refreshments at 8
o'clock. At 10 o'clock a song service
lasting 20 minutes or longer will be en-
gagged in. An excellent program is be-
prepared for rendition from 1870 to -.
The program is varied and will be very
interesting. The public in general is
cordially invited to this last service of
the 10Th century.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

Many persons have had the expert
ence of Mr.. Peter Sherman, of North
Stratford, N. H., who says, "For years ]
suffered torture, from chronic indiges.
ton, but Kodol Dyspepsia Cure made a
we'll man Of me-" 1t digests what you
eat and is a certain cure for dyspepsia
and every form of stomach trouble. 1t
gives relief at once even in the worst
cases, and can't help but do you good.
A. j. Jones.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

Now is the time when Group and lung
troubles prove rapidly fatal. The only
harmless remedy that produces imme
late results is One Minute Congh Cure.
1t is very pleasant to take and can be
relied upon TO quickly cure coughs, colds
and all lung diseases. 1t will prevent
consumption. A. j. Jones.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

Herman Gaughenbaugh returned to
Custer Saturday from Alaska, for which
place he left here some four or five
years ago. During his absence he has
visited a number of the prominent min
ing camps in that country including
Atlin, Dawson and Nome City, from
which latter place he started early in
the fall, and has been spending the in
~tervening time in California, Washing.
ton and Colorado. Mr.. Gaughenbaugh
does not bring back a fortune with him,
but he has made some money, and on
the whole feels well satisfied with the
outcome of his trips, Of which he has
made three to that country. lie is ut4
decided as to whether he will remain in
the Hills or make another trip to that
frigid region.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

George Wright, an aged farmer resid-
ing about twelve miles east of this place,
was arrested Thursday by Sheriff Ainslie
on the charge Of insanity. He was
taken before the board of insanity in
the evening. The board adjourned
without acting in the matter, but they
will hold another meeting in the near
future to dispose of the case.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29
christmas goods at Garlock's.

The next attraction at the opera house
will be the Ladies Minstrel show, next
Tuesday evening. January LIST. This
entertainment will be given under the
auspices Of the Ladies Aid Societies OF
the Methodist and Congregational
churches. Go and see what kind Of
minstrel show twenty five or thirty
ladies will give, all appearing in burnt
cork.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

Representative elect w. +. Benedict
will leave tomorrow for Pierre TO be
present at the converting ofethe coming
legislature. He expects to stop off ut
Omaha for a day or two TO look after
some business matters there.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29
I Nj. ENNIS.
First publication, Decent
N Office for Publication.

LAND OFFICE At KAPIp CITY, >. D., I
November %, 1900. {
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice of his intention to
make final proof in support of his claim, and
that said proof will be made before the Register
and Receiver ut Rapid City, ). d., on January
IA, 1901, viz:
JESSE Il. GORRELL,
II. T.. No. G0s4, for the southeast quarter, sec
ton Is, township 4 south, range B east, b. H.. M.
He names the following witnesses to prove his
continuous residence upon and cultivation OF
said land, viz:
William j. Hale, of Hill City, S. d.. John
HorrOw, of Custer, s. D.; William w. Williams,
| of HIM City, y. d.; Charles Zimmons, Of Hill
City, S. ID.
a. X. GARDNER, Register.
First publication, December l., 1900.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

The 9Th and 9th will be quarterly
meeting at the Methodist church,
Preaching Saturday evening by DR..
Clough. He will preach Sunday after.
noon at 3 o'clock at Four Mile.
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Notice for Publication.

LAND OFFICE AT RAPID CITY, s.. d..
November 10, 1900.
Notice Is hereby given that the following,
named settler has filed notice of his intention To
make final proof in support OF his claim, and
Receiver, at Rapid City, S. d., on January 6,
1901, viz:
EDITH nj. PETERSON, IL.
IL. Il. No. $3.50, for the south half southeast
quarter, section "a, township 2 south, range 3
east, B. III. M, lot 4, section 2, lot 1, section 8,
township 3 south, range 3 east, b. Ii. M.
He names the following witnesses to prove his
continuous residence upon and cultivation of
said land, viz:
George Bertschy. of Sheridan, s. D.; John
Good, OF Sheridan, 3. d.; Perry IL. Bertschy
OF Custer, s. d.; r. V. Garlock, OF Custer, &. ID,
A. X. GARDNER, Register.
First publication, November "a, 1900.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

Hot Springs il to have a new plunge
bath. II is being built by Mr.. Miner,
father Of Mrs. L w. Martin of Dead.
wood, and a Mr.. Lennon a short distance
below the old plunge bath, and a little
nearer the central part Of the town.
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Eotice for Bids.
OFFICE OF COUNTY AUDITOR,

ofFlCE vi IOtNI1 hUDllOH,
CrsrER CITY, S. d., Dec. 9, 1900.
Sealed bids will be received at this
Office until January 1st, 1901, for the de-.
livery to the county Of IS cords Of Is
inch good body dry wood. Said wood
to be delivered in court house yard be-
fore April LIST, 1901.
The county commissioners reserve the
right to reject any or all bids.
w. A. SMirH, Co. Auditor.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

Chris Wilkinson Is going into the
show business. At least it is announced
that he and T. b. Hitch have leased the
Custer opera house from Mr.. Garlock
for un5 year.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

Mr.. II. II. Francis Of Custer, g. D.,
and Miss Anna AFFORD, of Philadelphia,
were married at the residence of the
brides sister in Chicago, on Monday,
December 18th, 1900, by Rev. DR.. Stone,
pastor of an Episcopal church in that
city. The happy couple arrived In Gus.
ter on Thursday of last week. The
groom has been a resident of Custer for
a number of years and is well known to
our local readers. Nothing is known
here of the bride, she being a stranger
in the community. For the present
they will take up their residence on
Spring creek, where Mr.. Francis has a
force of men at work developing a prom
ising copper PROPERTY.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

Bills were circulated in town during
the week announcing a grand masquer-
ade ball at Hot Springs December 3lst,
to be given by the Independent Order
Of Odd Fellows OF that place.
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LAND OFFICE AT RAPID CITY, s. ID. I
November %. 1900.
Notice Is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice Of his intention TO
make final proof I'm support of his claim, and
that said proof will be made before Judge of
county court, Custer county, at Custer City. =.
d., on January II, 1901, viz;
JOHN +. SHEEIIAN,
VI. Il. G0jG, for the southwest quarter south.
west quarter, section 30, township 3 south, range
3 east, B. III. NJ. lot I, section 6, lots 3 aud 1, see
ton ., township 1 south, range = east, b. II. NJ.
He names the following witnesses TO prove his
residence upon and cultivation O.
said land, viz:
William j.. Moore, of Custer, s. D.; Eugene l..
Rogers, of Custer, y. d.; Andrew j. Gibson, of
Custer, y. d.; Cornelius Reder, OF Custer, =. d..
A. X. GARDNER, Register.
First publication. December [. 1000.
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Notice tor Publication.

LAND OFFICE At RAPID CITY, s. d., !
November 10, 1900. (
Notice Is hereby giyed that the following.
named settler has filed notice of his intention 10
make final proof In support of his claim, and
that said proof will be made before County
Judge OF custer county, ). d., ut Custer, $. d.,
Oh January 7, 1901, viz:
WILLIAM +. MOORE,
ii. 4. No. GOGI, for the southwest quarter. seq
tion IL, townslip3 south, range 5 east, Il. II. NJ.
lie names the following witnesses To prove his
continuo!S residence upon and cultivation of
sa id land. viz:
irwin Nj. Donaldson, of Custer City, s. d.;
Charles G. Crazy, Of Custer City, =. d.; Israel
Bower, OF Custer City, >. d.; John +. Sheehan,
OF Custer City, s. ID.
A.. X. GARDNER, Register.
FIRST publication, November "a, 1900.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

The official report Of the destruction
of mail estimates the number of sacks
destroyed at ! 800. only l06 sacks being
saved. The report states that these
sacks contained papers and packages for
Omaha, the state OF Nebraska and the
states west of it. The exact amount
cannot be determined. The wreck oc-
Cured east of Omaha the forepart Of
last week.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

Services we're held in the Catholic
church last Sunday by FIR. Bonnetere Of
Hot Springs. The next services in that
church will be held on the third Sunday
In January.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1900-12-29

The Christmas ball given by Tin City
Lodge No. 50, X. p, or Tuesday evening
was well attended and greatly enjoyed
by the participants. Dancing commenc-
ed at about nine o'clock and with the
exception Of a short intermission for
supper was kept up until 4 o'clock. The
Edgemont Orchestra furnished the
music. and received a great deal of praise
for their playing by those in attendance
About eighty numbers were sold.