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Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28
PROMISING OUTLOOK.

Never were prospects brighter for
the success of the Republican party
in La Plata county than at this time
The Hefald's campaign of education
has been causing the voters TO stop
and ponder. They have evidently
come 10 the same conclusions as we
have that change will be for tn.
best interests OF taxpayers generally
In the first place. there are no nation
al interests at stake. and party lines
Will not be drawn as closely us though
state or national election was ON
We take ii for granted that as one
big family the residents of La Plata
county are for the welfare OF the com
munity as whole and will lend N4elr
aid accordingly. The Democratic
convention failed to nominate repre-.
sentative ticket and hundreds in the
party do not feel called upon to vote
it straight or at all In several Il
stances old time Democrats have VI
formed MS they We're not going to the
polls on election day. an indication
that disgust at party action is preya-
lent
The Republicans. realizing the de
mands Of the people for first class
ticket were fortunate in naming can
didates who have stood the crucial
test of opposition criticism. Not
one word has been said against Re
publican nomnee-for the reason that
nothing could be said and substanti-
ated. The Republican convention
was fortunate in picking out candi-
dates specially fitted for the positions
designated. and all that is necessa1
at this time is for Republicans to re
main loyal to their nominees in ev-
cry instance and with the independ-
ent vote and that of Democrats wha,
feel they have been played for suck
ers, success will crown our efforts on
the 5th of November
There are several valid reasons why
this should be so. In the first place
it is recognized that there should be
minority representation on the board
of commissioners at all times. but
more especially at this time when the
county finances are at so low an ebb
and a check is necessary on the mem
berS in control. Mr.. Herman Schrod-
er, the Republican nominee. is recog
| nized by everyone who knows him as
a man well fitted for the position.
| He is a careful business man and he
will be very conservative with the peo-
pies money. 1t seems that all must
| look upon his election as good bust
ness judgment-that partisanship
should be laid aside for the welfare of
the county.
Then comes Pike, Patterson, Eddy.
| Smith. Hopkins, Tiffany, Peterson and
| Miss Young, every one worthy and
| well qualified, and who have not been
| fitting from bush to bush for office,
| These are considerations that should
| be studied by the Independent voter,
| those who are for good and untram-
| melled government. without favorit
ism to living soul.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

When Mr. Hopkins was nominated
many Democrats remarked: There
is a good selection, and he should be
elected assessor" 1t Is to be hoped
that party zeal has not changed them
to vote for some one who is not com
petent TO look after the office. The
position of assessor is not given as
much consideration by some people
as it deserves. 1t is an important
place, as in making up the assess
ment rolls it is an easy matter to
leave out property holders. The of
fee should be filed by man who is
thoroughly conversant with values,
one who is good penman, and, above
all, understands figures, as the assess
or's records should be kept neat and
correct. Mr. Hopkins is the man for
the place.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28
THE COMMISSIONER.

Democrats OF Durango and the
In the election of n man for commits
sioncr this fall who Is not tied to any
faction and one who viii be for re-
Uenchment The lesson OF the past
two Gears has been an expensive one.
Taxes this year are 30 per cent high.
rr 'han the previous year and they
viii be increased ten to twenty per
cent next year. II any one doubts
this. let thom make an investigation
IN their own account. They may
tnd the rate slightly decreased ow-
Ing 10 tho general Increase In yalua-
lion, but not only for the county but
for the state officials to blow In.
Does Il not appeal to our Democratic
friends that now is the time to put a
check ON the extravaganza of the
board in powerg II this is not done
Il will be an endorsement of Bradley
and his methods The Herald has no
interest In this more than any other
good citizen. Politically speaking
the election of Mr. Schroeder is not
worth one cent TO The Herald. for the
reason that this paper has never ask
ed n favor AT the hands of the com
missioners at the expense Of the tax
payers and 1t win not commence at
this late day. Our interest is that OF
q taNpayer-not a taN-dodgeI.
II Is matter every Democratic
taxpayer in the town and county will
do well TO take home and study. DO
not permit your zeal for party TO blind
Won to facts that must appeal to you
In any other walk of life.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

The candidates FOR county Judge are
not making vigorous campaign This
is satisfactory to the voters. who
c. A. Pike because the position
should be above politics. and having
filled the ofiice honestly and accept
ably the past three years, he is going
10 be retained. No use In swapping
good and tried horse for one that
has not been tried.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Certainly Republicans will not vote
for one who deserted them and will
be found forninst them at all times.
Friendship is no reason why Re
publican should go back on his party
nominee when the said nominee is
man above reproach. stands well with
all classes. especially the lsboring ell
ement. Therefore. we take II that
W. J. Patterson is going to be the next
treasurer OF La Plata county.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

A greatgrmnd daughter OF Bcnja
min Franklin. Mrs, IL. ID. Gillespie. so
years OF age, Ia reported dangerously
III In Philadelphia Her father was
W. J. Duane. who married Deborah
Pacha. IA granddaughter of Franklin
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Lord Roberts assertion that the
British war office and the British com
manders in the field are doing all that
hey possibly can to bring the Bocr
war to an early end will hardly be
onBoling to the people of England.
They see that the war Is raging with
as much virulence as 1t had yeai
ago. and that recruiting for the army
n South Africa is still actively urg
ID. Gen. Kitchener is probably the
best officer In the British service
1ext to Roberts himself, but he is un.
ible to make any effective headway
against the Beers. The sort Of war
which the Beers are carrying on Is
he most demoralizing in which "A Eu-
opeau army can participate. and as
summer has just begun In their local
iiy. at least Gye or six months Of
guerrilla fighting is ahead. The pres
mt war has cost England much more
han any other conflict in which shr
ias been engaged since Napoleon
lay and nobody Is predicting a time
At which the end will be reached
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

The Herald trusts every Democrat
who pays taxes and is interested In
The welfare OF the county to consid-
-r the proposition OF minority repre-
sentation on the board of commission
ers. II seems TO us that good busl-
ness judgment will determine every
axpayer TO vote for Mr.. Schroeder,
lie is man of firm convictions, VIII
be able to study out the financial sit
lation aud work accordingly.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28
THE REPUBLICAN TICKET.

For County Judge.
C. A. PIKE.
For Treasurer.
w. J. PATTERSON.
For County Clerk.
CLEMENT c. EDDY.
For Assessor.
J. 8. d. HOPKINS.
For Sheriff,
JOSEPH o. SMITH.
For Commissioner.
HERMAN c. SCHROEDER
For Surveyor.
]. r. TIFFANY.
For School superintendent.
MISS EDITH u. NJ. YOUNG.
For Coroner.
T. e. PETERSON.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Certainly every Democratic tax
payer will drop partisanship for the
good OF the county and vote for Her
man Schroeder for county commission.
er. Let there be minority represent
alton on the board of commissioners,
Just try the experiment
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

County Clerk Eddy will be able TO
ronder good services. both as clerk
Of the board and keeper of the pub.
lie records He has had experience
In this work as deputy, and every pa
iron OF the oirco found him correct
in his work and also obliging Again
Mr.. Eddy has never bocn before the
people asking for their suffrage. aud
this is II time they should respond to
his call
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Three systems OF wireless teloR
raphy were used In reporting the re
cent yacht races on Sandy Hook. and
they intcrfcrcd with each other 30
much that the operators finally agreed
10 divide the time
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

A line OF Observation automobiles"
is to be run In Washington for the
benefit OF visitors Each vehicle
carries 22 passengers and will be ac-
companied by a lecturer on points of
interest at the capital. The fuel is
kerosene and the motive power is
steam,
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

The shorifr's Office should have n
man who will be a credit to the party
and To the voters generaily-onc who
win not permit taini OF any character.
Such II person Ia Joseph Smith
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

courts, made private eontrac, for
reduced rates of advertising. The
county is thus saved probably one
thousand dollars this year even I'M.
der present conditions. and had Tb.
Herald bid. advertised for. been ar'
cepted, a further saving OF several
hundred dollars would have been Of.
fected.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

l.c, ~ ,rust there wiz be nothing
TO cnuao voters 10 change their opin'
ion. nB II is sure thing that II the
election had taken place yesterday
every nominee on the Republican tick
ei would have been elected
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Patterson viii show no favoritism
He will have no political obligations
that will compel him 10 forego the
collection OF taxes.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

When II said ,ha, the United States
ppstofico department carried on a bus
mess last year of slii 100000 II does
mol sound well TO add that the de
ncit was only 100000 600" This is
the only important country that con
ducts its postal operations at loss
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

r, u. Peterson is no stranger to
he voters OF The county. having sery-
VI them In the capacity OF coroner
several years lie will make u a
point to nnye the county money
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28
rhe report Of tho Nov York commits

The report Of the New York commits
sioucr OF Immigration contains this
serious statement; "Our immigra-
ton Is constantly increasing In init
cracy Nearly ono-half of our steer
nge Immigration now presents an n
literacy OF 80 TO 80 per cent" There
IL a great wave OF immigration from
the races OF southern Europe, Here
In problem that congress canno, long
put aside
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Before another international yacht
ace ia sailed somebody ought 10 pre-
pare comprehensive dictionary Of
Yachting terms 10 that tho plain peo
pie may enjoy the contest
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28
Minority representation on the
board OF commissioners is the cry

Our visitors from Japan are sur
prised to find American cities pour
ing sewage into rivers and furnishing
an unfltered water supply. Long
ago they reformed all that In Toxic
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Tammany has nominated for mayor
a man who formerly denounced 1T in
he strongest terms As Thmmany is
he same. It's candidate has bartercd
himself for chance 10 hold office.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

china has had depernte time, but
she viii not know what devastation
really IA until after the Chinese court
shall have completed it's triumphal
tour
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Miss Edith Young is going 10 be
elected school superintendent because
she is worthy and well qualified. not
on account OF the dement's OF the op
posing candidate.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

This country is waking up to the
fact that anarchist is but another
name for murder. The country halls
with joy the steps that are taken to
bring the assassins TO immediate jus
tice
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

This ie going TO be- year Of Rcpub-
iicau mcccsB In other parts Of the
ountry. and the progressive people
of La Plata county should not b" be
iiind tile iincs
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

IN his cnnyasa of the county Joe
smith In meeting with unqualified
success He is regarded ms the man
for the place Voters will not take
any chances In oleciing n sherifr this
year
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Pike has made the people an excel
lent county Judge. He will continue
to serve the people well and should be
retained.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

The delegates TO the Pan American
congress may think they know some.
.hinE about mountains. but they VIII
be likely 60 acknowledge their pre-
yious lack of knowledge on the sub
ject after they make tour OF Mexi'
M
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Everybody admires Sir Thomas
I.lpton's pluck. II equipped with an
American made boat he would be a
dangerous man TO meet
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Nine. Teresa carrcno. the gifted
pianlstc, has just captured her fourth
husband, and expects to complete an
octave In the course Of time.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Herr Mosi Is much more prudent
in speech than Emmn Goldman.
What cannot be cured In Emma
would not be endured IN Most
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Great Britain's bank account Is run
ming 40 low that permission viii be
given TO the helpers In the corona
tion services to wear spurious crowns
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

In spite of all that the yoluable ma
val officers say about each other. the
people will insist that the battle of
Santiago was a splendid sea fight and
a glorious victory. II was a sudden
est. and none Of the enemy got away.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

oorats who have announced an inten-
ton OF voting for competency In the
assessors Office. which means j, $.
ID. Hopkins.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

A steel trust is seeking to secure
foothoid In Spain. II Alfonso gets
strike on his hands he viii have
no time left for bull fighting.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

The business men OF Durango have
every reason to support and vote for
Mr. Patterson II win be base In
gratitude In many Instances not TO do
this,
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

The people schould have II man
In the clerks Office familiar with the
duties and who will be ohllging and
accommodating at all times. Glen
Eddy fills the bill
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Patterson viii be the next treasurer.
Laboring men are going TO remain
with him almost to a man. This in
sureg his election.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Tiirany's election means oompe-
tent surveyor for La Plata county.
Farmcfn are more Interested In this
proposition than the city people. and
thoy should vote for one who is rec
ognigcd uy all Tor hiH ability and his
strict sterling qualities M II man.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Charles Newman was the first "out-
slider to talk over the phone line
between Durango and SilvertOn.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Johnny Pond. Bert Thomas. NJ. Nc
Farland, Pearl Gilmore and VIII GIL
more are among the lower country
visitors unloading apples at Brach-
vogels today.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

e. S. Cameron. the model farme
from Flora Vista, San Juan county
is in the city today.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

it all parts of the county. Miss
Young has had the nerve to visit ev-
cry mining camp. traverse dangerous
trails and write up the mines and
scenery.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

The farmers are Interested in elect
ing competent surveyor and they are
going in body to Tiffany.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

with the rest of the Republican tick
ct week from Tuesday.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

The increase in the price of milk
is largely due to the advance in feed,
and dairymen feel compelled to make
the advance.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

w. d. Lee was with the railroad
party last evening With Cole Ly
don, he accompanied the party east
this morning.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Joe Smith is going to be the next
sherifr. This much is settled In tho
minds OF a majority OF the voters
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28
From Thurs days Daily.

There is always time to say good
word for the town and county in
which you reside.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Mt TIFFANY is competent and
worthy person who should be elected
surveyor
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

1t just amounts to this: Republic
ans simply contribute $22.50 a
week to the Democratic organ that
has abused them and everybody else
in turn. Some one has to pay the
fiddler.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

We sincerely trust the Archuleta
oil fields will soon produce gusher.
1t would have much to do with secur-
ing broadgauge eastern connection.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Two boys. aged l3 and 10, respect
lively. of Mexican birth, but speaking
good English. being well bred, de
sire to attend school In Durango and
viii work for their board and room
outside of school hours The boys
are familiar with and can care for
live stock. For particulars as to
character and other details, enquire
of b. N. Freeman. This is a good
opportunity for many of our people
who want a boy of this character.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

The ladies' OF st Marks Guild will
hold their annual fair on Nov. 7th
and Sth, which will include dinner
and dance at Vendome hall. Further
announcement later.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

j. &. Turner was down from the
ranch this forenoon hobnobbing with
oI.ier candidates on the Populist tick
ct. Mr.. Turner used to be an old
line Democrat. but he is not with the
crowd this time, and will not be for
the reason he knows change would
be beneficial. There is no use deny
ing the fact that the Populists have a
good ticket in the field. and 1t would
not surprise us If it came in second
in the race. the Democrats being dis
tanced
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Bert Gartin Is now located in the
Rachofsky building, next to the vi
emma restaurant. When you want
your bike repaired or new wheel
give him call.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Miss Young, 1t is said. cannot visit
the country districts. The people
who make this statement know bet
ter. The women from every part OF
the county come to Durango weekly,
Our roads enable any person to Wis
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Yesterday morning the saloons that
run gambling were threatened with
closing. This morning the sheet ad
vocated their cause. Some one evi-
IDENTIFY read the riot act or purchased
a pick handle.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

The Herald believes that the entire
Republican ticket is going to be
elected. At least this would be the
case IL the election were to take place
at the present time. Well admit
that the mere fact that the morning
publication is favoring some Of the
Republican nominees Is severe han
dicap. but the voters are going to
overlook even this.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

The Christian Endeavor Society OF
the Presbyterian church will give a
social at the home of s. NJ. Biggs, on
Fifth avenue. tomorrow evening, at
8 O'Clock. Everybody Is cordially
invited to attend.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Miss Aylna Russell returned last
evening from Silverton. where she at.
tended the Century Club dance the
night before, She reports very en-.
joyable time.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28
From Fridays Daily

High school boys and smelter EN-
ployes will indulge in game of foot
ball Thanksgiving day.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Mr. Gould asked two different par
ties last night about the proposed new
broadgauge road to Clifton. He not
only wanted to know about the pros
poets of its construction. but concern
ing the resources.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

And now comes the charge in the
morning paper and says the commits
sioners have been guilty of paying out
money Illegally to the sheriff. in the
face OF the fact that IT received $144
Illegally last winter.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

w. j. Rattle. of Cleveland. and Il. II.
Harper. of Akron, Ohio, have been
piloted around the adjoining mining
counties the past few days by Charles
Newman. The gentlemen were well
pleased with the mining conditions.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

The county of La Plata may be saw
ing money on printing this year, but
it is on account of The Herald re
fusing to agree to enter a combina-
tion, which IL was solicited to do.
Al the same time, 1t is no fault of the
commissioners or the organ that such
saving is being effected, as The Her
aid compelled the letting of all sta
tionery supplies to bids, and In the
one item OF election ballots saving
OF 800 is effected. not to mention
other supplies. The commissioners
also, to kind OF Justify their action,
In disobeying the injunction Of the
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

1t is pleasing to ascertain that J
S. ID. Hopkins is regarded by larg,
majority of the voters as the man 70
assessor. He is known to be capable
and with a good idea of valuations
lie is not tied up TO any corporation
click or faction. and will do his Who'll,
duty when elected.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Merry was a member of the Seventh
general assembly as Republican;
he was elected superintendent of La
Plata county schools as Pop; he
now seeks election as Democrat.
Wonder what party he will belong to
two years hence? Are Democrats
called upon by party fealty to vote for
him?
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

The telephone line did rushing
business with Silverton yesterday.
There were also several ring-ups from
Ouray and other parts of the San
Juan. No one conversed with Den
YER however, the first day
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Taxpayers OF La Plata county: Is
it not time n change took place? Ii
It not time that minority representa-
don be had on the board? Just
drop partisanship long enough to
study these questions and vote as you
would conduct your business.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-10-28

Our advice to Republicans is not
to allow anything to divide them into
factions at this late day to endanger
the success of the ticket. The pros
pect of electing the entire list of nom
inees is exceptionally bright.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1901-08-29
Getting Personal.

The favorite Scottish method of deal
ing with sleepers in church was pub
licly to denounce the delinquents. The
Christian Leader tells this story:
When the Rev Walter Dunlap, min
lister of a United Presbyterian church
in Dumfries, saw a member of his flock
nodding while he was preaching, he
stopped suddenly and said:
II doot some o We haze taen over
mony whey porridge the day. Sit up,
or I'll name We ootr'
Another CALIFORNIAN preacher. on like
provocation, cried out, Hold up yer
heads. my friends, and mind that nei-
ther saints nor sinners are sleeping in
the next world"
Then. finding that this general ex-
hortation was insufficient to deter a
certain well known member of the
church from getting his nights rest
forward. the reverend gentleman turn
ed toward the offender and said:
James Stewart. this is the second
time have stopped to waken ye. If 1
need to stop a third time. I'll expose We
by name TO the whole congregation"