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Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27
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Correspondence OF the Ledger.
AUxvAssE, March Psf. p. Kelso,
of Mexico, was in town Monday.
WIN Imam and son, Of Hatton, were
in town Thursday.
win Yates left Monday for Colora-
do where he will locate.
John Swan gave a party Friday
night to his young friends.
Miss Lucy Mcintyre, Of South Salt
River, is visiting her brother, John
Mcintyre, this week.
Miss Fannie Pierce returned home
Friday from Illinois, where she visit
ed her sister.
Moody Ferwell returned from st.
last week.
Sam Spicer's sale was well attended
Saturday afternoon.
Mrs. APP Adams returned to her
home in Louisiana Friday, after visit
ing Mrs. Chas. Adams.
Mrs, Geo. Thomas came home from
Columbia Saturday where she visited
her daughter, Mrs. Gordon Craig
head.
The young people gave a hop at the
hotel Monday night. They were
ehaparoned by Mesdames Atkinson,
Criswell and Boyd.
Miss English is visiting her uncle,
Bob Hale, of Fulton.
Guile a number from here attended
the trial Of the case OF VIM. Fry VS..
the G. & A. railroad at Jefferson City.
Mrs, L. X. Williams, of Kansas City,
visited Miss Eta Pemberton recently.
The farmers are through sowing
oats and are now making garden.
The Auxyasse Christian church has
secured Rev. j. ID. Williams, Of Pitts
burg, Pa, for the coming year. He
viii preach two Sundays each month.
Miss Nettie Moss is visiting her sis
ter, Mrs. Upton, OF Kansas City.
Warren Laughtry, who has been
visiting his folks for a week, left
Thursday for Greeley, Col.
Prof. N. G. Wright went to Fulton
Friday.
win Cowles bought of Mr.. Buckner
a fine saddle horse for $40 a few days
ago.
Miss Bette Goodly is moving to
Fulton this week.
The mllliners will have an Easter
opening Wednesday and Thursday.
Miss Ruby Beckley has returned
home from Mokane where she has
closed her second term Of school.
The AuxvaSSe school closed Thurs
day. 1t turned out four graduates.
They are, Misses Maggie and Nettie
Carlisle, Maggie Harrison and Carl
Hale. County School Commissioner
Craighead came out Thursday and
crowned himself with glory in his
masterful address to the graduating
class. This is the first graduating
exercises that has ever taken place in
the AuxyasSe school.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

Wholesale prices to Audraln and adj
joining county farmers and fruit grow.
ers. Let us 'show youn that we will
sell you better trees for less money
than you can get elsewhere. Call at
our ofice or write. Nursery Dept,
ORTIZ FRUIT FARM,
w2t Mexieo. Mo.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

Larkin Carter, ex-sherif OF Warren
county, died at his home, one mile
east OF Warrenton Tuesday afternoon.
at the age Of So years. He served tive
terms as sheriff and was a member OF
the Grand Army OF the Republic and
the Odd Fellows.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27
See our line OF vehicles.
FERRIS & CAUTHoRN.

Frazier Harrison and Cecil Denton,
of Hatton, are arranging to go to
North Dakota. The former will re-
main all summer, while the latter ex-
poets TO locate permanently in the
west
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

VIM. Hudson, the Joplin, No, mine
boss who mys~teriously disappeared
Sunday, returned home after thirty
six hours in a dazed condition. He
says he was kidnapped and robbed.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

Poland China hog sale on Saturday,
April 5, at Graham's stable. Bred
right, fed right and will give salts
faction. See sale bills and come.
W. NJ. p. CARPENTER.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27
Card of Thanks

We desire to thank our neighborS
and friends who so kindly rendered us
their assistance and sympathy during
the illness and death Of our beloved
son, Earl o. DOwell.
j. O. DowELL AND WIFE.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

Special culture gave us fine quality,
but not usual quantity, of plants;
tested varieties; supply limited; order
early. Call at office; or, shall we call
on you? NURSERY DEPARTMENT,
d&wtf Ortiz Fruit farm.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

&c Mundy has purchased the en-.
tire grocery stock OF the Turner-JacS-
son Mercantile %. and will add IL t.
his stock OF goods as soon as the new
purchase has been invoiced.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27
En4AxAMMy


J. B. Stevens, Of Skinner, and Miss
Lena Weaver, OF near Moline, were
married at the home of the brides
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. John Weaver,
Sunday morning at O'Clock by Rev.
j. II. Crutcher.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

James Brown, who was with JOSEPH
w. Marshall when the first discovery
of gold was made in California in Jan.
uary, 1s4s, died at his home in Salt
Lake City Tuesday, aged 70 years. Mr..
Brown was a member Of the Seven.
ties, " and a patriarch of the Mormon
church. He left 2l children and 12t
grandchildren.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

An Indebted 10 the old urn OIL
Brown s smith will please call Q
settle By April 10. After that tune
vmh he nut In hands Of a collector
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

Carthage, have come 10 Mexico to join
Mr.. Hughes who has been located here
for some time. They will reside on
South Jefferson street in the house re-
Gently occupied by Mrs. Harry Wolf.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27
DULY ITEMS.

Correspondence OF the Ledger.
DULY, March 25.-Mrs. McCory is
much improved In health.
Mrs. Robert Henderson is very i'll.
Miss Annie Hopkins, of Mexico, is
taking the place Of Prof. ]. N. Cross,
our Duly school teacher, who is sick.
Miss Hopkins gives excellent satisfac-
tion.
Richard Plate, who has been in poor
health for some time, is slowly inn
proving.
B. O. Sims is in Anadarko, Ok, Wis
iting his son and daughter.
Homer CreaSey and wife will leave
for Oklahoma in the near future.
Rev. Mr.. Anderson will preach at
Trinity church Saturday night and
Sunday.
Miss Ella Dowell, OF Kirksyllle, at
tended the funeral Of her brother,
Earl Dowell, Sunday.
Frank Dowell was called to the bed
side of his brother near Paris, who
had a stroke Of paralysis.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27
Card Prom DR.. Wallace.

CANT, March pa have this day
carefully examined the children Of J,
Hord Davis and find that they have
chicken pox instead Of small pox, as
was reported.
d&wl j. E. WALLACE, NJ. d.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

The corner stone OF the new N. f.
Church, South, win be laid in about
two weeks, provided that the work
gees On as II is at present.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

First-class whole root apple and
peach trees, s, 10 and l2c, each. All
other fruit and ornamental nursery
stock at proportionately low prices
Call or write to Nursery Dept,
ORTIZ FRUIT FARM,
W.T. Mexico, Mo.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

We have just received a nice lot Of
early Rose and early Ohio seed pota-
toes, also seed sweet potatoes. Are
selling them at reduced prices.
wi r. A. SANNRBECK.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

| win rent my entire 32O-acre farm,
s miles south OF town or will rent the
building and any part Of it on which is
good house, barns, etc. ! Will also
rent a 2O0-acre farm 3 miles south OF
town or the buildings and any part.
wit n. r. WHITE.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

meeting Of the Pastors As
,''n Tuesday morning Rev. d. S.
u' Vas enrolled as a member.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

@vsua'nes J, W. Howell and G. L.
fs are entertaining their mother,
"arnrd, of Ceutralla.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27
Thief Turna Repenlant

MACON, Mo- March 2 2.-Sherif /
w. Gilstrap has received a letter
signed "Wm. +. McAlllster, COB Wash.
ington street, San Francisco, Gals In
which the writer says he robbed a
store at Charlton, this county, five
years ago, and that he desires to give
himself up to the law II he is wanted.
The motive for his repentance, he
says, is his conversation to Christian
lty. He requests II he is not punish
ed in the courts the authorities send
him the name Of the person he robbed
SO that he may make restitution.
No action has been taken ON the
letter.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27
MONEY! N

'l@ frances Frost has returned to
uualia after visiting her aunt, Mrs.
nmett Cunningham
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

''ShaIl I ever get rid Of this cold?''
This is the daily question Of a man
raeked by a cough that seems TO tear
bis lungs. Let him cheer up and take
Aliens Lung Balsam. This remedy
not merely overcomes ordinary coughs
and colds, however obstinate, but it
is recommended even in the first
stages Of consumption.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

l will pay you the best prices 70
your scrap iron. Bring 1t in.
W2t SAW NORRIS.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

W. W. Johnson and family, Of near
Moline, left Tuesday for Miles City,
Montana, where they will make their
home. Mr.. johnson will be greatly
missed from Audrain county, he being
a good farmer and large stock dealer.
He is a genial good fellow. We trust
the LEDeER's old saying, "they all
come back" will prove true in this
case.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

Mr.. c. A. Hereford, District Dep
I y,organizeda Council Of the knights
and Ladies Of Security at the A. o. U.
w. Hall on Tuesday night. This is
one Of the best and cheapest ~fraternaI
orders in the United States, and We
welcome this late addition TO the fra
ternal field; may it bear fruit as be-
cometh its aims and purposes.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27
Announcements County Offices.

announcements for County ohiees in Daily
rpgFR B.O0iin Weekly LEDoRa 500. Cards.
III n per thousand, All announcements and
rards, cash with order.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

Hume Long has gone 10 Sturgeon to
take a position in the Farmers aud
Merchants bank.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

Having decided to go out OF the
mercantile business, we offer for sale
the following property: % acres land
with new S-room house, good barn,
good rock walled cellar, 2 living wells,
l cemented c~lstern, good store build
ing 24x5O and other Improvements,
also stock Of general merchandise.
The best business point for country
store in this part Of the State.
For further particulars call on or
address. HALEY Bios.
d2-wtf Long Branch, Mo.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

FARBER, March 24.-Mr.Lon GoUen
and Miss Tansy Bowen were married
at Farber last evening.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27
FLOUR
TAKES A DROP.

Angel Food Flour, per cwt. s. 10.
This Is the highest grade Of flour
made, and is selling at a very low
price.
Sweet Glover Flour, per cwt. $3.50.
Your neighbor can tell you about
this grade. Be sure and try it.
Fancy Hand Picked Navy Beans,
direct from Mich, Z lbs. for. .25c.
Fancy Japan Rice, whole grain
per bfc.
CALIFORNIA Prunes, per 10. 49,. .4c.
Small Ben Davis Apple, per PIX. zoe.
These are good cookers and cheap.
Only s barrels more Of that Beauti-
full Light Brown Sugar at "a It's. for
500. This is the greatest bargain OF
the season.
MINED FEED.
Wheat corn and oats. It is line
for any stock. Cheaper that corn OF
ship and at sl.l5 per 100 lbs. or 81. 10
by the 500 lbs.
Our bulk garden seed are much
cheaper than package seed and you
can depend on them for freshness.
Fancy Eyap. Pears, per 10. loo.
Stobie's Rolled Oats, per 10 ......3 Sic.
Flake Homlny, per Ii. SIC.
All Laundry Soaps at low prices.
Special sale this week, only, on Gun
powder Tea. Per H., while Il lasts &c.
1 WANT YOUR PRODUCE.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

Edgar Allen, IL years old and
ovid" Martin, - years old, played at
"Jesse James" Sunday in Sedalia. Al
len fred a revolver at Martin and
wounded him dangerously He thought
the weapon was not loaded.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

New Departure Cultiyator con.
stantly pursued, but never oyertaken,
FERRIS & CAUTHoRN.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

After visiting Mrs ], c. Ringo, Mrs.
NJ. E. Woodward has returned TO her
home in Kansas City.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

Rev. p. II. Taylor win preach In the
M. II. Church'at Rush Hin Sunday
March 30 The morning subject
aChrist's Love for His People. Night
|,,safe Guard for the Young All are
invited. Business meeting on satur-
|dav al go .. m.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27
The Rrst seads Of lam Kind..

Go or send TO the Hathaway Keath
Seed and Produce Co., Mexico, No.,
for your seed potatoes, oats and bulk
garden SEED etc. They have the larg-
est stock in northeast Missouri. W
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27
Don't Pail to Have Your Ewes

examined by DIR. Whites new system,
which is proving to be such a success.
The great mas OF people who have
been unable to secure perfectly fitting
glasses in former years, are now en-
joying that pleasure which properly
fitted glasses alone can afford. Con-
sultation and examination free. Steel
framed glasses, 81 and up; gold, 50 and
up. d&wI
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

You wonder how your neighbor keeps
her house so clean and shining, and
vet appears to do so little work. Go
with her to-the grocers when she buys
soap. and that will solve the mystery
soar saves time, saves
work. saves money. At your groeers.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

LEXINGTON, Mo-, March 25.-The
marriage of Mr.. Cleveland A. Rex,
formerly Of this city, but now located
at Caddo, /. T., and Miss Addle
Wilker, of Lexington, was solemnized
at the home OF the BRIDES mother here
at I O'Clock this morning.
Mexico weekly ledger., 1902-03-27

Why pay for wind to make soap
float? Why pay for resin to make
bulk? Why not save the expense of a
washerwoman by getting a soap that
will do her work? MAPLE CRY SELF
WASHING SOAR is all soap, made from
Packers Prime Tallow and Cocoanut
oil, with no adulteration. 1t win save
you money in the end. Your grocer
is waiting to sell it + you.
The St. Johns herald., 1902-02-22
THE SOUTHERN REPUBLICS
Further Prospects for War in the Near
 Future


 An official announcement has been made that Chile has purchased from the Lairds in England two torpedo boat destroyers.
 The purchase of these vessels is considered in Argentina as being a violation of the agreement of both republics not to increase their navies
 Argentine, as resule of Chile's ac- tion, has decided to purchase battle ship of II, 900 tons and has instructed one of her ministers in Europe to enter into negotiations for the pur- chase of the vessel. It is believed that tie ship will be ready for ser vice next May.
 It is believed that the Chilean ad- ministration will propose an evacua- tion of the disputed territory by the forces of both republics until the de cision of the boundary question is announced by the British government, to which it has been referred for arbi- tration.
 It is understood that the Chilean government wishes to let matters drift along and try to avoid an actual con- f1ict with Argentine and yet refrain from making frank explanation. Ar genuine has decided to insist upon ob- taining response from Chile that will clear away the unsatisfactory features of the case.
The St. Johns herald., 1902-02-22
Root Sunocation.

It Is difficult to get people to under stand that trees can die from drowning just as animals can. Trees feed pri- marily by the roots, but there must be a certain amount of oxygen in the soil to enable them to make use of the food Standing water prevents the action of the life-giying oxygen. A Boston core spondent refers to two large horse choStnuts which were moved last spring with the greatest skill. but they died. In the fall an examination was made and the holes found to be full of water within one foot of the surface of the ground. The holes were really flower pots without the necessary holes in the bottom to allow the water to es- cape. There can be no better lesson In gardening than to be continually re- membering why 1t is necessary to have a hole in a flower pot.-Mehan's Month ly
The St. Johns herald., 1902-02-22
CASTORIA
 For Infants and Children. The Kind You Have Always Bought slsssss's sssss 'es Of lZhzazzM
Riding the Wooden Horse.


 Torture on grand scale went out with Felton, the assassin of Bucking- ham but torture on a small scale con- tinued to be practiced on military of lenders down to the eighteenth cen- tury. Tie form most frequently resort cd to Was that known as the wooden horse. to ride which was the punish ment accorded for petty thefts. in- subordination and so on. The wooden horse was made of blanks nailed to- gether so as 10 form a sharp ridge or angle about eight or nine feet long. This ridge represented the back of the horse and was supported by four posts or legs about five feet high placed O a stand made movable by truckles. To complete the resemblance to the no- blest animal In creation a head and tail were added.
 When soldier was sentenced. either by court martial or by his commanding officer, to ride the horse. he was placed on the brute's back. with his hands tied behind him. and frequently enough, ir order to increase the pain, muskets were fastened to his legs to weigh them dC< 5r. as WIS jocularly said to prevent the fiery, untamed. bare backed steed from kicking him off,.
The St. Johns herald., 1902-02-22
For a verx Good Renson.

''l told him I would make him eat his words" declared Mir Beechwood hotly, speaking of quarrel he had fad with Mr. Brushton. "He has been telling things about me that are rank un- truths"
 How foollshly men talk to one an otherr commented Mrs. Beechwood placidly.
 What do you mean?" demanded her husband. Do you intend to insinuate that men talk to each other more fool ishly than women chatter?
 ''Of course I do." the lady went on imperturbably. 'Now, women never try to make each other eat their words. no matter how angry they may be-"
 Certainly not" retorted MT. Beech wood, ''and for very good reason too"
 What reason" she demanded.
 Because their digestive apparatus is inferior to their vocabulary" = Pitts burg Chronicle-Telegraph.
The St. Johns herald., 1902-02-22
A Victim of scotch Logtc.

A highland hotel keeper was one day having a squabble with an Englishmau in the lobby of the hotel about his bill The stranger said it was a gross impo- sition-he could live cheaper in the best hotel in London.
 The highland landlord replied, "Oh, nae. doot, sir, nae doot; but dae ye no ken the reason?"
 Not bit of it." replied the stranger hastily.
 "Weel. them replied the host. 'as ye seem to be a sensible bit callant, I'll tell ye There's 365 days in the Lunnon hotel keepers. calendar. but we have only three months here. Dae ye under stand me moo. freen'? We maun mak' hay in the hielan's when the sun shines, for it's unco seldom she dis't"- Scottish American.
The St. Johns herald., 1902-02-22
AI,om Ozone

Many people talk about ozone with out so much as knowing what ozone is. There is a prevalent idea that it is something you get at the sea and that it is good for the lungs. What that something is, however, few people have sufficient curiosity to inquire. Ozone is what chemists call an aEotropic form of oxygen-that is to say, it Is oxygen n a highly active and concentrated con- dition. In ordinary pure air ozone ex- ists, but only in what chemists call traces" Larger amounts are found in ocean and mountain air. It instantly disappears when brought in contact with decaying matter, dissipating it. self, as 1t were, in the act of oxidizing that matter
 Ozone is known to occur more plenti- fully during thunderstorms, and we have, of course, the analogy of its be- ing artificially produced from oxygen by electrical discharges in the labora- tory. On the body ozone is believed to act as stimulant; hence the popular notion of it's beneficial effects as expe- rienced by the sea, but in any greater amount than mere traces it is a violent irritant. One authority goes the length of asserting that. it is doubtful whether 1t is beneficial 10 animal life at all.
The St. Johns herald., 1902-02-22
HOW'S THIS.

We offer One Hundred Dollars Re ward for any case of Catarrh that can- not be cured by Halls Catarrh Cure.
 F. J. CHENEY & co, Props,
 Toledo, O. We, the undersigned have known F. J. Cheney for the last 15 years, and believe him perfectly honorable in all business transactions and financially able to carry out any obligations made by their firm.
 West & Truax, Wholesale Druggists, Toledo, O.
 Walding, Kinnan & Marvin, Whole sale Druggists, Toledo, O.
 Halls Catarrh Cure is taken inter- nally, acting directly upon the blood and mucous surfaces of the system. Price 75c per bottle. Sold by all Druggists. Testimonials free. Halls Family Pills are the best.
The St. Johns herald., 1902-02-22
Professional shoppers.

Professional shoppers are employed by a certain large firm of London drapers to test the abilities of shop as- sistants. This firm owns over thirty large shops and employs nearly 1000 assistants. To find out whether every customer is politely served a number of lady customers are employed to call at the various shops. They are told to give as much trouble as possible and sometimes to leave without making a purchase after looking at nearly every thing in the shop. Should the unfortu- nate assistants temper not be equal to the strain, or should single word be said that might offend, report will infallibly reach headquarters and lead to the dismissal of the sorely tried handler of silks and ribbons.
The St. Johns herald., 1902-02-22
Fuur Kinds of PuniIs.

The Talmud says there are four kinds of pupils-the sponge and the funnel, the strainer and the sieve. The sponge Is he who taketh up everything. and the funnel is he who taketh in at this ear and letteth out at that; the strainer is he that letteth go the wine and re- taineth the dross, and the sieve is he that letteth go the bran and retaineth the fine four The student who be- gins at least to wish to belong to the last named class will not have been sent to college in vain.
The St. Johns herald., 1902-02-22
Why Water Won't Fry.

Why cannot we fry in water? Be cause water can only be heated to the boiling point. PIP degrees. and any ad- ditional heat does not increase its tenn. grees of heat will not brown the sur face of anything. Fat. on the contrary. can be made much hotter, the tempera- ture depending on the kind. There is q lesson here for the economical house. wife. Don't stuff the stove with fuel when the vegetables. meat. etc., are already boiling. They cook no faster because of the increase of heat.
The St. Johns herald., 1902-02-22
The American Soldier.

That West Point is the best military school in the world is conceded by all impartial critics. Its methods trans form the average raw youth into the honorable, refined and highly educated officer of our army. He is pre-eminent- ly taught the habit of command" which, as a rule. he uses without any of the arrogance shown by officers of some of the armies of Europe, notably that of Germany. He is made to realize that he commands men who are as sen- sitive as they are brave and who ap- preciate and respect a character con- bining generosity, kindness, firmness and, above all else, physical and moral courage.
 These traits of character are careful ly cultivated at West Point, with a re- suit that, besides having the best en- listed personnel. we have in the United States army. without question or doubt, the best trained md most capable gen. tlemen as officers = Army and Navy Journal.
The St. Johns herald., 1902-02-22
Rice and Rice.

To most people rice is rice. but, not withStanding this, there is a consider able difference between the Chinese or Japanese and the American article. The former is darker in color and in no way compares with the latter in flavor or quality. 0s the American. how ever, there are a number of grades. of which that grown in the Carolinas is considered the best. When purchas- ing, see that the grains are large. plump and unbroken. In washing be careful not to break them between the hands.
The St. Johns herald., 1902-02-22
Turned the Tables.

A lecturer was once descanting on the superiority of nature over art when an irreverent listener in the audience fired that old question at him:
 "How would you look, sir, without your wig"
 Young man." instantly replied the lecturer, pointing his finger at him. you have furnished me an apt illus tration for my argument. My bald ness can be traced to the artificial hab- it's of our modern civilization, while the wig am wearing"-here he raised his voice till the windows shook-''is made of natural hairp'
 The audience testified it's apprecia- ton of the point by loud applause. and the speaker was not interrupted again.