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Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

The Macon City Times Democrat
says: "Fhe Times Democrat
not in error in regard to the original
sost of the electric light and water
Forks plant as was stated last week.
The city was bonded for s35, 900 and
the city and citizens donated 10000,
which makes s45,000 as stated last
week. Since that time we are relia-
bly informed by one of the city coun-
eilmen that between $4,000 and s25,-
boo have been expended on the i'm
proyements of the plant. There is
bow deficit Of nearly $4,000 which
|nakes a total cost to the city of s75,-
poo for the present electric light and
water works plant. That we have no
water works the RepUblican itself con-
hesses. Taxpayer, how do you like
|the experiment..
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
TEN YEARs AGO THIS WEEK.

TEN YEARS AGO THIS WEEK.
Born, to John Andrews and wife, a
son.
Miss Ritchie, of Sturgeon, visited
here.
]. G. Head, who had been Ill was
better,
The Misses Edmnods visited in
Sturgeon.
Mrs Frank Van Ness, of Jonesburg,
visited here.
aUncle" Billy West and wife were
both quite i'll.
W. W. Belts was night agent at the
Union Staten.
Prof. Torreyson and E. H. Carter
were on hunting trip.
Lutte French and wife, of Saline
county, visited W. o. Wilkerson.
Stella Harper entertained her
friend, Mary Nelson, of Hannibal.
c. W. Baker was proprietor of a
large hotel in Leavenworth, Kan.
The funeral of DR.. T. B. Robinson
took place at his home near Cant.
Charley Hill's large barn, together
with some very fine stock, burned.
Marriage license was granted to P.
E. Waters and Miss Bette Newkirk.
Frank Pierce and wife celebrated
their fifteenth wedding anniversary.
James wilkins and Allie Morris
were married at the NJ. E. Church,
South, in this city.
Leona Williams, Of this city, was
married to Jos. Rodes, OF Paris, at
the Christian Church.
W. J. Robertson and wife, Of Hoxie,
Kan, were the guests Of ]. T. Will
llams and wife.
The Kings Daughters entertained
about one hundred Of the poor chill
dren Of this city.
Edna Ford, Of this county, and Vas
sic Cox, of Centralia, were married at
the home Of the bride.
Mrs. Lizzie Eskridge visited her
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Marmadnke,
from Staunton, Va.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
YOUR FOOTSTEPS

BY the depth Of his footstep
in the earth the Indians tell
the weight Of a man. Do you
tread shallow or deep1 Per-
haps you would like to weigh
more1 If you are below
weight and find that ordinary
food does not build you up try
SCOTS Emulsion.
1t is not a drug but a food
that time has shown to have a
real value in such cases as
yours.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
SERIOUSLY INJURED.
Mrs. Erdel Acoidently Shot Christ
mas Night

Mr.. Goolsbay, Of Rush Hill, informs
the LEDGER that his stepdaughter,
Mrs. Harry Erdel, was accidently shot
on Christmas night near Worcester.
A brother-in-law Of Mrs. Erdel had
been married on that day, and cha
rivari was expected, and the gun which
was to be used in the charivairi party
was accldently discharged, injuring
her seriously, but we trust, not fa-
tollv
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

John F. Keller, a wealthy farmer,
aged Sc years, and Mrs. Sarah Garfield,
aged 65, decided as they approached
the altar to wed that they were too
old, so the wedding was called of.
Keller presented his intended bride
with 1000 and they parted good
friends.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

PRESIDENT FRANCIS and Treasurer
Thompson have just returned TO st.
louis from Washington and New
FORK, and both express themselves as
huch pleased with the result Of their
differences with the President and
Us Cabinet officers, all Of whom, as
lso the Congressman they met, were
hthusiastlc friends Of the Worlds
|air. That President Roosevelt could
|ot attend the ground-breaking cere-
bonies was regretted, but not wholly
|nexpected. As for the appropriation
y the government exhibit, that rests
|ith the Treasury Department and
pngess. 1--WE expect as much Of an
Preparation at least as was made
Br the government exhibit at Chi
lgo," said Mr.. Thompson, "and a
iillion and a half or more viii be nee
ISary to meet the expense"
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

IN letter to John Schroers, Of st.
Louis, dated Dec. IA, Miss Helen
6ould explained that no notice of the
Worlds Fair Lady Managers Board in
New York early in December had
|yer reached her; that It would have
been pleasure to her to attend; that
bic would reach St Louis on the 1lth
d January, when she would be graft
/ led to meet any Of the members of
be board, and that she took q very
sarm interest in the Worlds Fair. Ar
are being made 20 tender
Der a reception in st. Louis, TO which
|ll members Of the Board Of Lady
Hangers will be invited.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

Hon. /. w. Boulware entertained
his old friend, Capt. John A. Judy, at
supper and card party Tuesday
evening. Mr.. Judy being the guest OF
honor, was made TO enjoy himself
In the most delightful manner, and
the evening viii be remembered by
him as one Of the most enjoyable Of
his life. Mr.. Boulware had prepared
a splendid supper Of everything pal
ateable and served in the best style.
Fulton Sun.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

Miss Annie Spence, one of the most
efficient teachers in the Kansas City
High School, is in this city on a visit
to relatives and friends. Miss Annie
is one OF Mexico's most lovely girls,
and we trust will soon come back to
this city TO reside permanently.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
STATE or ONO, . CITY OF TOLEDO,

Frank J, Cheney makes oath that he is senior
partner Of the arm Of +. j. Cheney & Co, do
ing business In the City OF Toledo, county and
State aforesaid, and that said firm will pay the
sum Of ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS for each
and every case OF catarrh that cannot be cured
by the use OF Halls Catarrh cure
FRANK J. CHENEY.
Sworn to before me and subscribed in my
presence, this 9Th day Of December, A. D., 1886
lSeal A. W. GLEASON,
Notary Public
Halls Catarrh cure is taken internally, and
acts directly on the blood and mucous surfaces
Of the system. Send for testimonials free.
?. J, CHENEY CO.. Toledo, o.
Sold by druggists, 75c.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

Angelo Ssalfia, after being pursued
for 1000 miles by Antonio Segnio, in
voked the protection Of the Chicago
police. Scaltia had induced Segnio to
go his bond for q 200 10 answer a court
charge and had then taken French
leave.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
Blown to Atoms.

The old idea that the body some
Times needs powerful, drastic, purga-
i've pill has been exploded; for Dr.
hing's New Life Pills, which are per-
iectly harmless, gently stimulate liver
ana bowels to expel poisonous matter,
cleanse the system and absolutely cure
constipation and sick headache. Only
1oe az j. 4. Llewellyn,s drug store.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

to passing events In Missouri. Tread
the evidence in the Cardwell case, but
know nothing Of the matter other
than what the papers contained. OF
the fight for Federal offices in st.
Louis, | heard much Of it in Wash
ington, but took little interest in it,
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

1t is proposed by Texas Worlds Fair
Commissioners to raise a fund OF $780,
600 for state exhibit at the st. Louis
Worlds Fair. This will have to be
done by public subscription, as the
laws Of that state do not permit Of an
approximation for that purpose.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

to make a donkey out of chewing gum.
Miss Mary Cunningham won the
prize. The dining room was prettily
decorated in pink roses and lighted
with candles with pink shades. De-
licious ice cream and cake was served.
Dancing was INDUCED in. This was
one Of the most delightful events OF
the week,
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

Bowling Green, Mo-, July l3, $780,
To DIR. j. w. Hall, ST. Louis, Mo-
Dear Sir: We have been selling your
Texas Wonder, Hall's Great Discovery,
for two years and recommend 1t to
any one suffering with any kidney
trouble as being the best remedy we
have ever sold. Yours truly,
pURNFII q DAVIS
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
City Central Committee 70 Meet

Inc City Democratic Central Com.
littee will probably hold meeting
e4fly In January to call for a Demo
ola.ie primary. The primary will
p'Daoly be held during February.
Inc members OF the committee are
iifst Ward--J. Q. Buckner, chair
man S. P Guthrie.
second Ward-Jas. QuIsenberry, d.
a. Murphy.
~ F. I. Smith.
I5Doss rosrth ward-Dr. E. S. Cave, L. E
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
at wenty Years Agos
This Week.

Hal Gibbs visited in Guthrie
Mrs. Lille Smith was very III.
Chris Durly, of Laddonia, died.
Lee vivion, Of Texas, visited here
Pascal Green returned from Arkan.
sas.
Mrs. H. R. Taft was very i'll at Can.
ton.
Born, to Chas, W. Baker and wife
a son.
Elder J. W. Mason visited in Ken
lucky.
F. S. Settle bought the Pool farm
for $4,000.
John W. Rose, Of Paris, visited in
this city.
Mai. Lawder was home from Wash
ington.
Born, to II. A. Ricketts, and wife, a
daughter.
There was a reunion OF the j. NJ.
Clark family.
W. W. Fry and family spent Xmas
in Louisiana.
Geo. +. Berry was running a book
store at Newton, Kan.
Ricketts, s. Emmons moved into the
H. A. Ricketts, building.
Missouri's population was ofilcially
announced as 3, 3,16s.3S0.
The ladies of this city kept open
house on New Years day.
Prof. Geo. Bowman was married to
Miss Martin, of Salisbury.
]. W. Rixey and family, of Jones'
burg, spent Xmas In this city.
Miss Hattie CAN'T, of MartInsburg,
took the cake at spelling match.
Judge ]. e. Ross wife and daugh-
ters, entertained friends at a masque
party.
Rev. Peter Wager conducted a select
school in Gov. Hardin's brick resi-
dence on Promenade street.
Mr.. Hlrsch, Of the firm Hirsch s.
Jacobson, wholesale and retail liquor
dealers, of this city, sold out to Mr..
Jacobson.
Mesdames Beatty and Armlstead
were entertaining Mrs. e. ]. Hard
ing, M. D., and husband, Of Council
Bluffs, Iowa.
Prof. Blanton was presented with
the works Of Hawthorne by the teach
ers Of the Public School. Prof. Jas.
Trimble made the presentation
speech.
], @. Bassford, grocer; W. w.
Culbertson, grocer; DR.. ], F. Nc
Williams, residence; VIM. Kemper,
meat market; r. B. Hooton and Geo.
Kabrich, opera house; put in tele-
phons.
The Knights of Honor elected the
following officers:
S. S. Craig, E. @.
R. II. Fowler, G. A.
A. H. Worley, @. G..
Rev. T. ]. Gooch, Prelate.
]. J. Steele, S. W.
G. A. Poteet, ]. W.
G. ]. Settle, Treasurer.
J. f. Llewellyn, Rec.
]. T. Yates, s. B.
]. 7. Harrison, Sword Bearer.
j. NJ. Marmaduke, Warden.
j. NJ. Riley, Guard.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

The police say the plot to abduct
young Jay Gould was an elaborate one,
calculated to be successful il put into
execution. They hoped to confuse
their pursuers by using chautfeurs
dressed alike, and had even provided
themselves with a double OF the
Gould child.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
peed Of Remuneration.

Elizabeth A, Rickman, widow Of
Thos. r. Rickman, renounces deed Of
election she made last August and
now claims homestead and dover in
late husbands estate.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

health for any
woman who suf-
fers from woman
" diseases. Her
complexion fails.
Her flesh lcses
its frmness. Her
eyes are dull. She
has no home hap
piness, no social
enjoyment.
Doctor Pierce's
Favorite Prescnp-
ton cures the dis
eases which de-
stroy the health.
II establishes reg
uiarity, dries dis
agreeable drains,
i..nla innanlfIIa.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
A Cure For Lnmharn.

W Williamson, Of Amherst, Va,
~. - for more than a year ! suf-
c, eV'el ron lumbago. I finally tried
IAN oerlain's Pain Balm and IL gave
ss.i ~ entire relief, which all other rene
druggists 1
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

AuxvAssE, Dec. 26.-Mr. Joseph b.
Slavens and Miss Susie Ridgwsy were
married this evening. The Rev. +
Nicholas, Of the Christian Church,
performed the ceremony.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

Worth 500 to YOU to cure child or adult
OF incontinence OF water during sleep '.Anit
Diaretic'' stops it Immediately. e. Sold by
J. F. Lewenyn Druggist.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

A terrific snow storm, accompanied
by heavy winds, has developed in the
extreme Northwest, coming in some
places out Of clear sky and withouta a
moments warning.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
Thousands Sent Into Rxile.

Every year a large number Of poor
sufferers whose lungs are sore and
racked with coughs are urged to go to
another climate. But this is costly and
not always sure. Don't be an exile
when DR.. Kings New Discovery for
consumption will cure you at home.
It's the most infallible medicine for
coughs, colds and all throat and lung
diseases on earth. The first dose brings
relief. Astounding cures result from
persistent. Trial bottles free at ]. f.
Llewellyn's. Price SOC and 81. Every
bottle guaranteed.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

Mrs w. II. Lemon, Of Westboro,
Mo-, is the guest Of her parents, Mr..
and Mrs. r. S. Pearson, and other
relatives in this city.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

BY the force of an explosion OF
powder mill, passenger train, a
quarter of mile distant, was swayed
SO violently as to alarm the passengers
aboard
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

Mr.. Cole, who is proprietor Of the
leading hotel at Hamilton, is In this
city the guest Of bis brother, Harry
Cole, manager Of the Windsor.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

Ian B. Morris, Of st. Louis. spent
Sunday the guest Of his wlfe's parents,
Geo. A. Morris and wife, at Lake
view. Lan's many friends will be glad
to know that he is looking splen5ldly
and is enjoying fine business in ST.
+ onfe
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

Miss Anna Koenlg, who is a teacher
in the Mexico public schools, is spend
ing the holidays here with home folks.
-Huntsyille Herald.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
A Deep Mystery.

II is a mystery why women endure
backache, headache, neryousness, sleep
lessness, melancholy, fainting and dizzy
spells when thousands have proved
that Electric Bitters will quickly cure
such troubles. 81 suffered for years with
kidney trouble" writes Mrs. Phebe
Cherley, of Peterson, Ia, 'and lame
back panied me so could not dress my
self, but Electric Bltters wholly cured
me, and, although 73 years old, now
am able to do all my housework. 1t
overcomes constipation, improves ap-
petite, gives perfect health. Only SOC
at j. F. Llewellyn's drug store.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

,,a' ane President has perfected his ar
- ssHieas Tor the White House re-
~. .'on New Years Day. Hours have
- - s'e aside for receiving various
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

Mr.. and Mrs. W. L. Gallop and little
son, David Omar, who have been visit
ing friends and relatives In this city
for several days, returned to their
home in Columbia Sunday.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

The national Mckinley memorla
association warns the public against
schemes which purport to be for the
purpose of raising funds for the
memorial.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
sleighing Party.

Saturday night, with four horses
bedecked with bells, Misses Eugenia
Forrest, Jean Bragg, Rosamond Guth-
rie, jamie Clay, Elizabeth Arnold,
Alice Morris, Lillian Deane, Of Shell
bina; Messrs. Dave Robertson, Louis
Barth, Fred Hathaway, Mitchell
White and Wallace Fry had a delight
full bobsled ride.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

THE Auxvasse Reeieao, under the
management of Sam NJ. Turner, is a
live, up-to-date paper and we con-
eratulate him upon bis success as a
Newspaper man.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

Rev. W. II. Hook and wife and
daughter, Mrs. Cumming, arrive
in this city last night from Bethany
to make this city their future home.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

DEMOCRATS should line up and stand
together for the principles Of Democra-
W. That's the way to start the New
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

Charles Farnh, OF near Rush Hin,
left last Wednesday night for Ne.
braska, where he viii visit relatives
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

The Fulton Sun says: Miss Marjorie
Young left for Mexico Thursday morn
ing on a few days visit to Mrs. L. o.
Rodes.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

A destructive tornado swept over
Naples, killing one woman, iniuring
thirty six persons and doing i'm
mense damage to property.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

The hundreth and twenty fifth
gusher has been brought in at Beau
mont. A boom in shipments and
stocks is noticed all along the line.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

Six personsI were killed and several
others injured in fight which arose
from family feud at a Piketon, O.,
church.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

DR.. Kerr Hit and wife are home
from Chicago, where Or. Hit attend
ed an optical school.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

Q. G. Dawson and wife will spend
the winter at Victoria, Texas.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

VIM. Pasqueth, who has been in the
East for some time, came in Thursday
to spend the holidays.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

VIM. Renkin says the snow was a
great Christmas present to the farm
ers; 1t gave them stock water.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

Marriage license was issued Friday
to Isaiah Z Dye and Maggie Geiler,
both OF Vanda.ia.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

THE Boonyille (Mo) Democrat, on
christmas, issued a Women's Club
humber, which was interesting and at.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

Born, to Conductor Keyes and wife,
OF Jefferson City, December 22nd, q
nine-pound son.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

mn, -9HUILE aVFEIf Nalya7 eI1eaC 7
Inc re ssas~ fscefcutti y ~. -, a.
will resign is positively denied. SecsS,s.
tary Long probably win be the next
member Of the Cabinet TO 60.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

Or. McFall has been very i'll of con-
gestion aud Inflammation of the bowels
but Is some better
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

EuPePia Tsblsu have sivea aae uase rid
than saythins | have ever tzksa fss syspepai.. e
NJ r MccAw. cieharne. Tsz.
EapeFaa TAelefs save imHediasz Felief.' =
HsHHT Doxtn, CasEnVzlie. m.
Ny aysPeTsa : of lag sfsatins. hss EaPspds
r4Aleu have usatr ne fsel hetfsr thsn have -
for tea yszIs- ". HARsss. Aimz, II
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
Two Weeks Treatment so Cents.

'EuPsPaa Tahlsts have bssn q sJeat benefit 10
me-" Mia sun LnArHEhNAs, Sanfurza, Nc.
81 Wa troubled with indigution sbouf aa had ~
anyons could bs nd i gives M pleasure 90 wFits
about EuPePia Tshlen fosthy hsvs dons wonAzTs
foe me. can eonseisntoutly recommend thrm to
snyons Sufsfing from infeeion."
PAM Nrrsrrr, Morss, Kan.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

W. A. Morris, who has been i'll, is
hetter.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

Mrs. ]. E. Bozarth entertained a
few friends Thursday evening in honor
OF Fred Powell, who is home from Quin-
cy, ILL.,, to spend the holidays.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
Eczema

dries and scalesl '7' S''A'es'
salt rheum. VI
Inc suffering rom it is sometimes In.
eehsei local applications are resorted to-
tney mitigate, put cannot cure.
~ proceeds from huinoTs inherited or ac.
removed 49,
Hoods .5arS0pdriEid
positively removes them, has radleaI,-
ana perinhheaily cured the worst cases. q
Is without an oqual Tor all cutanes
eruptions.
HooDH FiLLseFe iEa besT e..ilartie. Price gs..,.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
Chatting Dish PARTY.

Mitchell White had few friends
up in his room Monday night. Mrs.
White chaperoned the party. Misses
Rosamond Guthrie, Eugenia Forrest,
jamie Clay, Lillian Deane, Jean Bragg,
Messrs. Louis Barth, John Guthrie,
Dave Robertson and Wallace Fry all
assisted with the WEIGH rarebit and
creamed oysters-and still live!
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

Mrs. Buckner entertained about ten
couples for Mr.. and Mrs J. G. Trim
BILE Thursday night. An egotistical
contest was held; four minutes were
allowed for conversation, which must
not contain the two words 'me" and
81" Each guest was given bag and
lots Of peanuts. Every time one for
got and used those magic words, into
the bag went peanut. The one who
had the least number of peanuts after
progressing to the end was to be the
winner. VIM. C. Johnson, of st. Louis,
tied with Aylette Whitney. They
were then given seats of honor in
the center Of the room and made to
converse for four minutes. At the
end Mr.. johnson was the successful
fellow and received very pretty gold
thermometer, Lovely refreshments
we're served. 1t was a charming
affair.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
The Weekly Ledger
ANNIVERSARIES
v~---~~---
DEOEMBER q.

1856. The Mexico LEDGER urged
the organization an agricultural socle-
ty. The advice Of the paper was fol.
DECEMBER 2s.
1885. Seminole Indian war began.
1s46. Iowa admitted to the union.
1879 Tay bridge disaster.
DECEMBER 20.
IT'S. English captured Savannah.
1909. Gladstone born.
1S45. Texas admitted to the union.
1890. Battle with the Indians at
Wounded Knee, S. ID.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
Hardin airls Entertained.

Thursday night the fifteen girls at
Hardin College, who remained here
during the holidays, invited as many
OF their young men friends out to the
college. Marsh mallows were roasted
while yuletide games were enjoyed.
They served a tempting lunch Of
sandwiches and coffee, having pre-
pared it themselves. Those fortunate
enough to be invited had a good time.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
Your Money Back Il They Fail.

rhE guprPetA co. y. as-
any doubts The encscy
vooee for then as vm aa n nszso
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
DEOEMBER 2s.

TURN over a new leaf at once .
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
Miaa Jaraie Karnss, PartY.
Mrs Hardin EntertainS.

Mrs Hardin, at her home at Judge
Kennan's, very delightfully."- entertain
ed the children OF the neighborhood
Tuesday afternoon. Games we're en-
loyed. Later the nuts, oranges and
candy were not neglected.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02

In all the history Of Mexico as a
city, | believe, for handsome gifts, the
record was broken this year. Our
young men outdid themselves Here
is a partial list: Diamond rings, pearl
and diamond sunbursts, diamond
bracelets, pearl dladems, pearl hearts,
travelling bags fitted with all needed
articles for a journey and rigs. | may
have omitted some Christmas tree
articles, but / will say 1t was inten'
tionaIly done.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1902-01-02
Thn Mis.ns Harrisons PartY.

Christmas night the Misses Harri-
son gave a party to Miss Tinnie and
Mr.. Harrison Cave, There were about
forty there. An amusing feature Of
the evening was each guests attempt