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Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
SHENANDOAH VALLEY.

SHENANDOAH, April 80.
The public school closed in a blaze of
redfire last Friday evening. For days
little had been talked or thought of
but Entertainment, and the eventful
night brought out a full complement of
fond parents, relatives and friends.
The little folks, under Miss Tierney's
able management, were thoroughly
sup" in their parts, and every mum Der
throughout the program kept the
large audience amused and interested.
A number of lunch baskets were then
auctiOned off by S. K. Davis, and ap-
parently each buyer had been able to
divine Alright the especial basket he
most wished for. Ice cream and cake
were sold and both disappeared at a
most satisfactory rate, netting neat
sum for the benefit of the school house.
Miss Tierney went to her home near
lone, Sunday, for her vacation.
Mrs. Stella Cushman took her de-
parture this morning for the Tuscan
Springs, Shasta county, where she will
spend the summer.
Charles Bell came home Sunday from
an extended stay in San Francisco.
He was accompanied from Placerville
by his uncle, G. S. Estey. and wife.
Miss Rowley of Mt. Aukum, El Do
RADIO county, has been visiting Miss
Effie Spira for few days.
The rain last week "put fresh face
on the prospect, especially where the
grass had begun to turn yellow,
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
A Narrow Escape.

Mrs. DIR. Endicott and Mrs. DIR. Gall
had narrow escape from serious in
jury on Monday afternoon. They
were in the yard in the rear of DR..
Calls residence. Mrs. Endicott was in
the act of mounting one of DR.. CALI S
horses preparatory to taking little
exercise. She is an expert rider, but
upon placing her foot in the stirrup,
the box or chair upon which she was
standing gave way, and she fell back
ward. The animal, gentle but high
spirited, was frightened, and COM
menced prancing around, placing the
lady in perilous predicament. For
tunately the horse was tied, and Mrs.
Gall, in her efforts to control him had
her foot stepped on, and painfully
bruised. Their outcries brought as.
sistance quickly, and the horse was
soon quieted, but not before Mrs
Endicott was severely shaken up and
considerably bruised. She was con-
fined to bed for three days, and is still
suffering considerably from the acci-
dent
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
May Locate in jackson.

Assemblyman Fred L. Stewart was
in Jackson Monday, seeing his many
friends here. He came up from Oak
land to attend the lone picnic Satur-
day, and took advantage of the oppor-
tunity thus afforded of visiting Sutter
Creek and Jackson. He returned to
lone Tuesday morning. He is consid-
ering the adVisability of opening law
Office in Jackson. The straightforward
and consistent course which he took In
the last legislature commended him to
the people of Amador county gener-
ally, irrespective of party. No repre-
sentative this county has ever had in
the legislature has returned to his con-
stituents with better record than F.
L. Stewart. His ability was recognized
by both parties, and his voice and in.
tluence were ever exerted in behalf OF
right. We hope he will conclude to
remain with us, and make the county
seat his future home.
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
Obituary. .

w. P. Peek received this week the
sad news of the death of a brother in
Illinois. The Polo Qllinois) Tri-County
Press of the Oath ult., contains the fol-
lowing obituary notice:
George Nelson Peek was born in Ver-
mont, April Z, 1929, and after an i'll
ness of Is months died at his home,
SIS South Franklin ST., Poo, April 19,
1902, aged 73 years and II days.
Mr.. Peek came to Illinois with his
parents in 1888 and remained until
1852, when in company with two of his
brothers he went overland to Cali
fornia and remained there for Is years,
returning to Illinois in 1869. He lived
with his mother Oh the old Peek farm,
where he resided until he moved to
Polo a few years ago. He leaves a
wife, five brothers, two sisters and a
large circle of friends to mourn his
departure,
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
Piccardo Again in Hard Luck.

A. PiccardO has suffered another
loss the past week. On Saturday Jos.
Moon borrowed saddle horse to go to
the lone picnic. He remained over
night, and placed the horse in the barn
with three others belonging to Pic
cardo. When he went to the stable
next morning his riding horse was
missing. The saddle and bride were
left, but strap which the animal had
round its neck was gone. Whether
the horse was maliciously stolen or not
is problem hard to solve. At first
that was the popular opinion, and there
is nothing definite to Offset it now. 1t
is possible, however, that the horse
was carelessly tied and the door left
unfastened, resulting in the horse
straying away of its own accord. The
animal belonged to one of his freight
teams, and was good in saddle as we'll
as harness.
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
Shall We Celebrate.

A meeting is hereby called, at the re-
quest of number of business men, to
meet in the Ledger Office ons Saturday
evening, May 3, at o'clock, to con-
slider the propriety of having celebra-
tiOn on the fourth of July in Jackson.
The prevailing opinion is to have a
celebration. Let the business men
who are chiefly interested, turn out on
the occasion and discuss the PROPOSE
ton. 1t is well to come to an under
standing early, so that ample time may
be given toward making the necessary
arrangements. Last year the matter
was taken hold of rather late, and
although very satisfactory program
was provided, it would have been i'm
proved upon had more time been al
lowed. Don't fail to attend the meet
ing to morrow evening.
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
A. o. u: W.
Reception to Grand Master Workman E
A. Freeman.

An interesting entertainment was
given in Loves hall on Tuesday even
ing by jackson Lodge No. 1873, A. o.
U. w, in honor of E. A. Freeman,
who has recently been elevated to the
highest office in the order in the state,
as Grand Master Workman. His
brother members of the local lodge
considered it a fitting recognition of
the character aud ability of the dis
tinguished brother who has thus re-
ceived the distinction of Office, and of
the honor thereby conferred upon the
local lodge and the people of jackson
generally, to celebrate the event by a
public reception, The hall was well
filled, and tastefully decorated for the
occasion. Over the stage appeared the
word "Welcome" in gilt letters, sur
mounted by the initials of the order,
"a. o. U. W." Jas. E. Dye as chair
man opened the proceedings with an
address, eulogizing the honOred guest,
and congratulating him and the lodge
upon the mark of distinction thus won
The following program was then car
ried out: Music by Rothe's orchestra;
duet in character by Ora Angove aud
Oda GinOccbio, which was encored !;
address, Geo. A. Gordon; music by the
orchestra; address, DR.. C. H. Gibbons;
recitation, Johnny Love, which elicited
a round of applause, and was encored /;
music by she orchestra. The literary
treat was brought to close by an able
address by E. A. Freeman. He stated
that he had recently Travelled over a
great portion of the state during the
past month, in the interest of the order;
California was beautiful at all times,
but especially so at this season of the
year; still he had found no place with
in this golden realm so attractive to
him as jackson, his birthplace and
home. For the honored position he
had attained he was indebted not so
much to his own individual efforts, as
to his brother members in the lodge
who had so nObly worked with him
in his efforts for advancement. After
the regular program a social dance
was given, and was participated in by
a large number of young folks.
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
SUPERIOR COURT.
noN. R. c. RUST. 1upaE.

Il
Gulia Oneto VS.. Bartholomew Oneto-
Defendant cited to appear to show
cause why he has not paid alimony, in
compliance with order ofcourt Order
made for payment of alimOny, on con-
dition that child be sent to visit its
father the third Saturday of each
month.
Serrephna Worley VS.. Jennie Car
rara-Decree quieting title to certain
land near Drytewn.
Sultana White VS.. Dora Steckler ct
al-Suit to quiet title to a certain lot
designated as Lot Is, Block I, Jackson.
Trial had, and decree quieting title
granted.
James A. Graham VS.. Isaac N. De-
witt, administrator, etc.-Trial ordered
continued from May II, to be reset at
the calling of the next calendar.
Estate of Joseph Carrara-Letters OF
administration ordered issued to Jennie
Carrara, upon filing bond of S100.
Estate of Jeremiah Mahoney-Final
account of administrative allowed, and
residue of estate distributed as follows:
One half of said residue to Ellen Ma
honey, widow Of deceased, and an un-
divided one-eighth to each of the fol-
lowing named heirs: John MahOney,
Timothy Mahoney, Mary Mahoney,
now Mary Howard, and Anna Ma
honey, now Anna Nixon. The prop
erty consists of lots 4, and IL in block
Z, lot Is and IA block %, and all that
portion of the Me- OF NE / of sec
tion II, township 6, range 10, lying
northeast of the land belonging to
George Allen in the northeast corner
OF said section II: one old quartz mill
known as the Mahoney mill, and some
personal property. Administrative
finally discharged.
Estate of John Juka-Homestead
being portion of lot in block 2, set
apart for the exclusive use and benefit
OF widow; also certain personal prop
erty valued at $3.50, set apart as
exempt from execution.
Estate of Joseph Fontenrose-May1 10
appointed for hearing of final account
and petition for distribution.
Estate of John Juka-Claims of
Guida & Dalporta S1275, and A. L.
Adams $40, filed.
Estate of ]. H. Shealor-Return of
sale of real estate filed. S. E. Shealor
bids S400 for said realty consisting of
l6O acres in township Z range IL.
Petition for confirmation fled. Nav 5
appointed for hearing same.
NEW SUITS.
Leora B. Romaine VS.. Claude Ro-
maine-Suit for divorce. Complaint
filed April 80. w. j. MCGEE attorney
for plaintiff.
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
Fisher Took a Shot at Him.

Another case of supposed intended
robbery occurred Friday night on the
Hamilton tract, at the residence of
Ernest Fisher, who is in charge of Geo.
L. Thomas butcher shop during the
proprietor's absence. At late hour
his attention was attracted by some
one working at his back door. 1t
seemed that the party was trying to
unlock the door. Fisher suspected
that robbery was the motive, and his
first thought was to fire through the
door. He was dissuaded from this
course. however, by the advice of his
probably finding that those inside we're
alert, and Fisher got his gun and fired
at him as he disappeared in the dis
tance. 1t is not probable that he was
hit
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
SMALLPOX AT BEAR RIVER.
The County Health Officer Makes Diff
cult Trip to that Camp

On Saturday last word was brought
to Jackson that case of smallpox had
made its appearance in the Standard
Electric Company's camp at Bear
river, distant about 40 miles from Jack
son, and sealed with barrier of snow
to the depth of from six to eight feet.
DR.. Gall, however, started at five
O'Clock to make the arduOus trip. He
first drove to Volcano, and getting a
change of horses there, started for
Hams station, reaching that point at
3 O'Clock Sunday morning. From there
to Bear river is ten or twelve miles,
with the snowy mantle fully six feet
deep. How to get over this white des-
ert was the question. He tried the eX-
pertinent on snow shoes, but not being
an expert in that mode of travelling, he
soon became convinced that it was "a
flat failure as far as he was concerned.
Finally he made the trip on sled,
travelled by moonlight, and reached
Bear river about s o'clock. He found
the smallpox patient to be a colored
man named Jackson, cook formerly
employed at the Page camp. 1t was a
mild case, and the victim was isolated,
and we'll taken care of. He went up to
Bear river with the crowd that started
about two weeks ago. He had been in
Stockton previously, and it is supposed
that he contracted the disease in that
city, although the symptoms had not
developed when he left there. DIR.
Gall prescribed for him, and left word
with the authorities there as to the
course to pursue. After spending a
couple Of hours. he began to think of
getting out. BY this time the warm
sun and the breeze had sOftened the
snow considerably, so that sleding was
not to be thought of. He was advised
to wait until Monday morning, as the
snow would get frozen hard during the
night. But the doctor was not in
favor of this delay. So he started out
on foot, making most of the journey
alone. 1t was the hardest feat of Pc
destrianship that he ever undertook,
and the experience will live in his men,
ory through life. However, he reach
ed Hams in safety, although very
much exhausted, and was driven from
there to Volcano and thence to Jack
son, reaching home Sunday night.
There are about $50 men at Bear
river, working under difficulties on ac-
count of the snow and ice. The water
in the storage reservoir is covered with
ice several inches thick, and upon this
there rests two feet of snow. In spite
of these draw backs considerable work
is being done. The weather has been
very cold there of late. and a number
OF the men who went up recently
have left on account OF the cold, or for
other reasons.
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
Del Monte Mining Co.

The directors have issued the fol-
lowing report for April:
We are pleased to be able to report
the successful installation of our COM
pressor plant, after weeks of vexatious
delay. Situated as we are away from
the Travelled roads, the rains made ac-
cess with heavy teams practically i'm
possible for months. Our contractor,
Mr.. V. S. Garbarini of Jackson, has
returned from the mine, where he
superintended the laying of the con-
crete pillars, making the wheel pit,
placing the compressor on it's new
foundation, and the general construc-
ton OF the plant. The pipe for water
power is now being laid to the wheel
pit, and our new 8 1-3 Ingersoll- Sargent
drills are on the way from the factory
So that when our next report is issued
we will be able to show the progress
made in the crosscut tunnel with ma
chine drills. The men in hand drilling
encountered very hard rock, of such a
nature that it was impossible to make
satisfactory progress in that way.
In addition to the above, we are glad
to report the completion of the tele-
phone line from Del Monte to the West
Point line, connecting through Mokel-
umne Hill with Jackson and the office
of the company. The line was tested
through Tuesday evening, and was
found to be in good order. We will
thus be enabled to hold communica-
tion between the mine and the Office
without the delay of mail connections,
or the necessity of driving down from
the mine to jackson every time any,
thing is to be ordered or attended to
here.
A force of twelve men has been at
work for the last two months in at
tending to the preliminary work for
the installation of the compressor.
Although the location is ideal, the OBJ
stacles to be overcome were formidable,
owing to the difficulty of access. Now,
however, we are equipped for progress,
and confidently assert the prosecution
OF the crosscut to an early completion.
The secretary, Mr.. Geo. I. Wright,
spends the greater part of each month
at the mine, personally assisting in the
work there. and doing all in his power
to further the development.
The date of the regular monthly
meeting of the board of directors has
been changed from the first Saturday
to the first Monday of each month.
Subscribers for installment stock will
kindly note this change, and endeavor
to make their payments so that the
funds may be in the treasury at that
time. JAS. JAY WRIGHT,
Asst. Secretary.
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
All Eyes On Texas.

Great is Texas. Her vast cotton
crops and marvellous oil discoveries
amaze the world. Now follows the
startling statement of the wonderful
work at Cisco, Tex. of DR.. Kings New
Discovery for Consumption. My wife
contracted severe lung trouble, .
writes editor ]. J. Eager, (which
caused most obstinate cough and
finally resulted in profuse hemor,
rhages, but she has been completely
cured by DR.. Kings New Discovery
It's positively guaranteed for Coughs
Colds and all Throat and Lung
troubles. SOC aud $1.00. Trial bottles
free at D. B. Spagnoli's.
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
Electric Plant Started,

The Tabeaud reservoir is being slow
ly filled with water, preparatory to the
starting of the big electric plant. The
electric machinery has been running on
small scale for several days, for test
purposes only. Every thing runs
smoothly and efficiently, Yesterday
was the time fixed for the supply of
power from this source, but it was
hardly expected that the great plant
would be on full working basis
by that time. A few days more will no
doubt see this great enterprise, upon
which millions OF dollars have been ex-
pended, in full operation.
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
Shudders At His Past.

II recall now with horror" says Mail
Carrier Burnett Mann, of Levanna, O.,
"my three years of suffering from Kid
ney trouble. I was hardly ever free
from dull aches or acute pains in my
back. To stoop or lift mail sacks made
me groan. I felt tired, worn out, about
ready to give up, when began to use
Electric Bitters, but six bottles COM
pletely cured me and made me feel like
new man." They're unrivaled to re-
gulate Stomach, Liver, Kidneys and
Bowels. Perfect satisfaction guaran-
teed by D. B. Spagaoli. Only SO cents.
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
Returned to the Old Schedule.

The Volcano stage has returned to
the old schedule. 1t leaves jackson at
in the morning, and Volcano
about 2:30 in the afternoon, arriving in
Jackson about $50. This has been
the time table for tho summer months
for many years. The new schedule. is
sued recently by the department re-
quiring the mail to leave Jackson
after the arrival of the lone stage,
would have been a serious inconveni-
ence to the contractor; in fact it would
have been impossible for him to adhere
to it at the contract price. A pre-
sentation of the facts to the Washing
ton authorities has resulted in the
revocation of the proposed schedule,
and return to the old d-fashioned ways
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
Don't Start Wrong.
Don't start the summer with a

Don't start the summer with a lin
gerlng cough or cold. We all know
what a summer cold" is. It's the
hardest kind to cure. Often it "hangs
on" through the entire season. Take
it in hand right now. A few doses of
One Minute Cough Cure will set you
right. Sure cure for coughs, colds,
Group, grip, bronchitis, all throat and
lung troubles. Absolutely safe. Acts
at once. Children like it. Zone Min
ute Cough Cure is the best cough med
icine 1 ever used" !" says J. H. Bowles,
Grovetou, N. H. 81 never found any
thing else that acted so safely and
quickly" Kerr's Pharmacy, Jackson.
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
OFFICE OF THE
Assessor Of AmadOr County
NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS

The Assessor will be in Jackson the latter
part of next week and thereafter for the assess
ment of property in Township One.
All Persons, Firms. Companies, Corporations
and Associations are required to deliver at the
Assessors office, at the Court House, state
ment, under oath, of all the property, both real
and personal, owned or claimed by him, her or
them, or in their possession or held in trust for
others, at l2 o'clock meridian on the first Mon
day of March, 1902; in accordance with Sec.
3,629 Political Code.
Every person who refuses or neglects to fur
nish the statement as provided for in Section
3,269 Political Code, becomes liable to fine of
one hundred dollars and the value fixed by the
Assessor on their property must not be reduced
by the Board of Equalization,
All persons owning real estate that has been
assessed in the wrong name, or errors have ap-
peared on their tax bills, are requested TO call
at the Assessors office or notify the Assessor
by mail so that the proper corrections may be
made on the assessment roll for the year 1902.
Assessment blanks may be obtained at the
Assessors office.
JOHN MARCHANT,
Assessor of Amador County, Cal.
Jackson, April 2S 1902
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
Old Soldiers Experience,

NJ. M. Austin, a civil war veteran, of
Winchester, Ind, writes: my wife was
sick long time in spite of good doc
tors treatment, but was wholly cured
by DR.. Kings New Life Pills, which
worked wonders for her health" They
always do. Try them. Only 25c at D.
B. Spagnoli's drug store.
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
Supposed Robber Captured.

A message was received today stating
that man had been arrested in Oak
land on suspicion of being the robber
implicated in the hold-up of Piccardo' S
saloon two weeks ago. The arrested
party had his wrist bandaged, and was
also wounded in the thigh. Sheriff
Gregory went below yesterday morn
ing, and will be up with his prisoner.
1t is reported that the suspect is a
Jackson man. He was arrested by the
Oakland authorities on the strength OF
the description notices sent out.
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
Church Anniversary.

The second anniversary of ST. Angus
tines Episcopal church, Jackson, will
be held in the Masonic hall on Friday,
the 9th of May, at 1880 p. m. Reports
will be given from the different Offices
in connection with the church, also a
brief history of the church under the
rectorship of the Rev. VIM. Tuson.
There will be a program, after which
ice cream and cake will be served.
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
Notice for Publication.
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR.

LAND OFFICE AT SACRAMENTO, CAL.
April 25th, 1902
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE
In 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 be-
lore Richard Webb, U. S. Commissioner, at
Jackson, Cal on Monday, June 9Th, 1902. viz:
John j. Sullivan Of Pine Grove, H E. No 66OS,
lor forth the ny OF NE4; SW4 of NE4; SEX of
NM4, Sec d I N, - E, NJ. d. NJ,
He names the following witnesses 10 nrove
his continuous residence upon and cultivation
Of said land, viz Frank Blakeley, e. A.
TraSk, Chas. Calvin, all of Pine Grove P O.,
and NJ H Ubben of Volcano p. O.
THOMAS FRASER, Register,
John F. Clute, attorney mays,st
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
Dance Postponed.

The benefit dance which was adver-
tised to take place in Amador City on
April 10Th, in Taylor & Aliens hall,
for the benefit of Mrs. I. Rettagliatta,
has been postponed until Saturday,
May Sd, 1902. Tickets s1.00. A good
time assured to all. aplS-3t
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
- L NCH -
AFTERNOON ExERCIsEs,

Baseball game between picked mines from
jackson and Sutter Creek; prize S25.
Tug of war between professional men and
clerks of jackson; prize $40.
Race, 40 yards, for members of the A O. U.
w. over 40 years; prize, box of cigars.
Race, 20 yards, for members of A. o, u. W.
under 40 years; prize, box of cigars.
Race, so yards, for members of the Degree of
Honor; prize S1.50.
Race, for boys under 12 years; prize 81.
Race, for boys under l5 years; prize ST.
Race, for girls under l2 years; prize 81.
Race, for girls under Is years; prize 81.
Race, between single and married men; 1st
heat, single men I'd heat, married men; Sd
heat, winners Of lst and I'd heats; purse sl.5O.
A dancing platform 4sxGO feet will be built
and there will be swings and other devices for
amusement.
Tickets TO dance at grove, Sl.0O. Floor Di-
rector, c. w. Freeman; Floor Committee L. N
Martell L. Love- E. c. Rust
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
Wants Others to Know.

81 have used De Wits Little Early
Risers for constipation and torpid liver
and they are all right. 1 am glad to
inderse them for think when we find
good thing we ought to let others
know it,, writes Alfred Heinze,
Quincy, Ill. They never grippe or dis
tress. Sure. safe pills. Kerr's Phar-
macy, Jackson.
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
You Know WHAT You Are Taking

When you take Groves Tasteless
Chill Tonic because the formula is
plainly printed on every bottle showing
that it is simply Iron and Quinine In a
tasteless form, No Cure, No Pay. SOC.
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02
70 Cure A Cold In One Dav

Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tab
lets. All druggists refund the money
if it fails to cure. E. W. Groves sig
nature is on each box. 25c.
Amador ledger., 1902-05-02

Pioneer Flour is the LILLY of the
Valley" the ''Pearl of Perfection" " y
If you wish to see a good piano cali
at Cademartori's bakery. z. +. Justus,
agent.
Lemons, oranges, and bananas con-
stantiy On hand at Caminetti's Mkt,