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Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03
TELLER AND FUSION.

OF all the words. when they are all
summed up.
And OF all sorrowful terms that be.
token Ill,
And of all that make the bittcrest cup.
That one word fusion" sure fills
the bill.
Henry NJ. Teller never relieved
himself of the above little "poetical
gem" but undoubtedly many time
and Oft has his thought apparatus
ground out similar sentiments.
Poor Teller, A politician without
party. a statesman shorn of laurels,
and with none TO do him honor His
bridges all burned behind him and
naught before him but political OBJ.
Iivion Once the petted. pampered
hero of a noD-dcscript organization.
now standing alone in the political
wilderness crying for bread. his fol
lowers scattered. and he surrounded
only by dead hopes and wrecked am
bitions
When Henry NJ. Teller walked out
nf the St Louis convention. cut him.
self OF from the Republican party and
nnaliy lined himself up in the ranks
of the Domo-Pop outfit he was un-
doubtedly sincere In the belief his
acts were right and In perfect accord
with the needs OF the people and the
exigenoies OF the times, But time
has shown that Teller was mistaken.
Time has shown that incompetcnts
took advantage of the white metal
to break into ONCE and Disgrace the
fair state of Colorado. Time saa also
shown that Senator Telier's prophe-
cies have not come true. and that the
people are not willing TO trust the
roIns OF government in tho hands of
the Bryan element which has been
responsible for olecting men TO Office
who have made mess of Legislation
Of ali kinds
Teller simply miscalulated He
noundcred around In the Silvcr-Hc.
publican mire for time. aud now
that party having sunk Into itA and
loss sleep niong with the Popuiist or
ganlzBiion. Mr. Teller finds himself
u Democra, with no other alternative.
Fusion WAS bad but Democracy ~
still more bitter medicine for Colo
RADIOS senior Senator
The time for the election of Senator
rallers successor draws nigh He
has been mentioned AZ his own huc
cessor. but the sound of his name hae
raised dark clouds In the ranks OF
the Faithful" Democracy which
threatens 10 break forth into oml.
nous thunder The leaders Of the
party say there shall be no mora fu.
sion In state politics with which De
mucTacy shall be connected. and at
the mention of Tailers name they rise
up and loudly protest that Teller In no
Democrat and none hut a Democrat
shall represent them IN the senate.
Some even 70 NO far as to- sny that
they have had one dose OF mongfel
representation In the person of Tom
Patterson and they will not swallow
another one. That, however. N not
the reason for all the clamor These
sam. leaders are ambitious uhcm
selycs. which explains their bitter
animosity to the senior senator. But
this does not lesscn that gentleman =
loneliness. Hp stands alone, unable
10 retraco his steps TO the Republican
party
Poor Teller
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Several weeks ago young married
woman and her three-year-old-ch child
arrived in the city from Durango to
visit friends. 1t was soon learned,
however. that the woman and her
husband were refusing to agree and
she secured a situation as a domestic
in the household of prominent Sill
verton family leaving her child in
the care of friend Last Sunday
the husband arrived from Durango for
the purpose, if possible, of securing
the child. His attorney advised him
to go to the house of his wife's friend,
in whose custody the child had been
left and secure possession. II possible,
but by peaceable means, the attorney
agreeing to accompany him to see
that no false steps were taken. But
no sooner had they appeared at the
door than the custodian OWNED their
intention. and in the hubub that fol-
lowed both Sheriff Casad and Mar
shal Leonard were called to the scene.
The mother also got an inkling of
what was going on, and rushed franti-
cally to the protection of her child.
followed by her employer. In the ex-
citement the latter gentleman secured
the child and returned with II to his
home. Later in the week the mother
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03
Gun Play.

This forenoon Policeman Bacon
went to the office OF |. b. Melville, ac-
companied by Dolby" Evans. The
latter remained on the outside while
Mr. Bacon asked to have a word with
Mr.. Melville. the two repairing to the
inner room. Here Mr.. Bacon took Mr.
Melville to task for matters brought
out In the Trumble case last week.
and followed It up by calling him
names and at the same time pulling
a gun with his right hand and at
tempting to level 1t at Melville's head,
who instantly grabbed for It, but
only succeeded in catching Bacon by
the wrist and throwing his arm to one
side. and after struggling for few
moments, Bacon thrust his left hand
into the hip pocket for another gun,
whereupon Melville called for DR.
McEwen. who has adjoining offices
The doctor Immediately put in an ap-
peaTauce, followed closely by Evans
who In the meantime had left Mel
villes outer Office and had gone into
the hall where he heard the call for
McGwen. The doctor assisted Mel
vile In disarming Bacon. but as soon
as Melville released him. Bacon
struck Melville on the ear and Mel.
vile responded with a blow on the
jaw. when both again clinched and Ba-
con was thrown to the floor and Mel
Vile pinioned his arms with his knee
pressed in Bacon's stomach, who
thereupou begged to be released,
L.. IL. al. Ia. Ii
citation of McEwen and Evans with
out further trouble and after McEwen
had satisfied himself that Bacon had
no other guns upon his person. Later
Melville sent for Wickliue, but before
he came Bacon had broken away and
left the building Melville asked for
the resignation OF Bacon from the po-
lice force. and not getting what he
considered satisfactory answer he
swore out a warrant for his arrest.
Bacon and Evans later appeared be
fore Judge HouX, who released them
upon their own recognizance for $3.50
to appear tomorrow and answer the
charge.
The above was given the Herald
reporter by Mr. Melville. who says
that he will push the case to the linn
II and see II Mr.. Bacon will again be
allowed upon the city police force.
Bacon had his star on while the trou-
BILE occurred. The reported tried to
find Mr. Bacon for his side of the
story. but was unable to do SO.
Later-Mr. Bacon has resigned from
the force, so 1t is not know whether
or not Mr.. Melville will push 1t fur
ther
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

II now seems more than probable
that the fusion idea In Colorado has
gone into permanent retirement No
matter how sincere may have been
the advocates Of fusion. the people
have sot their neal OF dlsapproval upon
the fruits OF the movement, and It
IN quite likely that future political
contests In Colorado will be conducted
along old party lines. Fusion has
served it, purpose. and the general
belief is that II has accomplished
nothing for the people that warrants
the perpctua,iou of the movement,
hence the general expectation OF It's
retirement from the political field
Del Norte Prospcctor.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Strikes and boycotts by labor unions
ns a rmic rebound To the deiriment OF
the strikers. and therefore should
never be resorted 10 except In cases
where the opposing parties cannot get
together by means Of arbitration. II
Ia noticeable that those unions whose
actions are dominated by the more In
telllgeni class OF leaders have the few.
cst strikes and the least trouble with
their employers, This simply because
these men view labor matters In a
business light and fully realize that al
though they may win out In their do
mands the gain In dollars and cents Is
far less fhnu the loss In wages occa'
stoned nv DELAYS In sentiments md
the closing down Of industries.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Mr. %. Monat,. Denver Your
short line to Utah" Is undoubtedly all
right. but II you want Simon pure
sure thing. come down and put your
plunhs into the broad gauge short
line south from Durango
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

The Havemeyers and other cane su
gar rofiners are taking the bull by the
horns and buying up number OF beet
sugar factories throughout the state
Eventually the two warring factions
win no doubt unite in one great trust
aud then look out for the sugar bowl
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Denver's Short line to Utah Is Civ
Ing the newspapers OF the Capital CITY
almost as much to talk about as hel
"shor, line to Cripple Greek which
has been built 40 many times--on pa
per
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

The attention OF Herald readers is
called to the rejuyeuated camp OF
Rico. That district has moved up a
notch on the map and things are go
ing to be did mp In Dolores county
this season.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Some OF the eastern newspapers
that are apparently hard up for alling
are Arranging a matrimonial alliance
beiwncn Miss Alice Roosevelt and the
Crown Prince OF Germany. How such
rot is tolerated In the so-called eastern
newspapers IL past the understanding
of the ordinary mortal
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

The water department finds it ne
cessary to use harsh measures to
clean up the books. Those who have
one of real enjoyment-th Vogt or
the front and settle without delay
Water rents are payable in advance
and If owned by a private company
there would be no delinquents, as
advance payments would be enforced.
Those who have not had water turn
ed off is owing to clemency, but this
cannot go on forever and those who
do not settle will have their water
turned off
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

News from all over the southwest
is encouraging.
Herb Clark is in line for seeds
Farmers will do well to consult him
Morris Stein, wife and children and
"colored" nurse were among the in
coming passengers last evening.
At Richey's you can get bargains
in books during this week All sl.50
books go for 81 except those that are
sold net.
| zeller returned last evening from
a day spent at Chama. where he in
spected the tlmepieces of railroad fra
ternity.
The Famous is receiving new goods
daily. Latest in spring novelties for
men and women.
j. II, Crist came in from Monero
last evening to attend the meeting
of coal miners. He returned this
morning.
Mrs. c. h. Donnolley, wife of The
Herald's job artist, left this morning
for Denver, where she will visit pa
rents and other relatives for few
weeks.
Time to clean up back alleys-and
streets also. All disease breeding
filth should be removed without de-
lay. The accumulation of winters
rubbish imparts disagreeable odor
and looks bad.
This is election day in all cities of
the third class To be legal Durango
should also be holding one. as before
the year is over the effects of the
bunglesome legislative act will be
manifested.
A. T. Sullenberger came in from
Pagosa junction last evening to CON
suit with Mr.. r. Il. Sloan. He re-
turned this morning, rushing business
preventing further time.
If McDaniels had not been so free
with his mouth he no doubt would
be free man today. The man who
commits crime must not talk too
much unless he wants to be taken in
tow.
II CLARK pf ChfnuUn uognr,a aS
the position with Stubs & Jakway
vacated by John Dave. Mr.. Clarke is
an active and energetic man and will
be pleased to meet patrons of the
| firm,
/ While the street department is busy
cleaning the streets and alleys prop
Improvement by having their resi-
dences painted inside and out. Paint
is Improvement.
Tickets for the Glee and Mandolin
university boys can be reserved at
Parsons drug store Thursday morn.
ing, commencing at eight O'Clock.
Tickets are selling fast and there will
no doubt be a crowded house.
The Durango Oil company is anX-
iously awaiting the arrival of machin-
cry There has been vexatious delay
but Secretary Eldredge is in hopes
the car will arrive this week and in
side of another week making rapid
progress in sinking.
Two Mexicans We're up before his
honor. Judge Houx this morning,
charged with fighting, 1t cost each
of them ten dollars. the city being
enriched to the tune of half the
amount. the officers getting the rest
Stubbs and Jakway are after the
stove trade and use considerable space
to let The Herald readers know they
handle the celebrated Buck article in
both heating and ranges.
n. T. Thompson has concluded to
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Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Whatever else may be said OF Cecil
Rhodes, he was great pusher ana
did much for the South African coun-
try In his many enterprises.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

bill to protect the president Of the
United States. No doubt. the senator
believes that the president is abund-
antly able to protect himself.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

The assessment levied against the
Pagosa Northern is an eyeopener to
many people. 1t shows that confisca-
ton Is the order under Demo-P Poo
fusion.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

May 90 In the date now fixed for the
turning over OF the government OF
Cuba TO the people Of that country
Ia many quarters It ls doubted If the
CUbans are yet really atted for self
government, and II is predicted that
within two years they win be clnmor'
ing for annexation To the United
States
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

The Hon. John C. Bell should
hurry bone and hx up his political
fences. There are several Demo
Gratis of the Simon pure brand after
his calp.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Senator Penrose's proposition TO en-
large the membership of the senate
is receiving thuddy reception
throughout the country.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03
Mob law in Colorado Injuries tn
state immeasurably

Two wrongs do not make right
was never more forcibly exempiiheh
than In the La Junta lyncbing,
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

The cold weather has prevented
women from getting out and selecting
their spring hats in many cases, but
the various emporiums are well sup
piled 80 that those visiting the estab-
iishments this and coming weeks will
be well provided for.
Walter A. NARROW will succeed Har-
~ West as assistant postmaster un-
der 8. NJ. Biggs Mr.. MARROW is Col
orado Springs man, where he has had
long practice In the service. He will
arrive in a day or two. his wife and
two children following him at thee
close OF the school year.
Mr.. and Mrs. G. A. Germond left
this morning for their former home
IN New York City. They have been
In Durango since last June. Mr.. Ger
mond being in the service of the Den
yer a. Rio Grande. Mrs. Germond is
sister of Mrs. f. s. Warner. and the
two have enjoyed the years visit I'm
mensely.
lODOffOW Neu Carpenter enteTS
upon the duties of deputy county
clerk under Clerk c. c. Eddy. The Sc
lection will meet with general ap-
proyal among Republicans. Mr.. Car
penter is loyal member of the party
Of progression and is popular with the
people. Being a good penman he will
meet all requirements of the position.
F. l.. Chase left this morning for
the beet sugar section around Rocky
Ford, where he will have charge of a
force OF Indians again this season.
In addition to NavaJos there will be
members from several other tribes.
the government being interested in
educating the Indian to work. Last
year Mr. Chase employed several
squaws. but has concluded to leave
them out this year.
Il u. Sloan returned Saturday
night from trip to Denver, Chicago
and Milwaukee, having purchased sew
crsl carloads Of saw mill machinery.
both for new plants and to replace
worn out machinery at the mills on
Pine river and also for the Pagosa
Lumber company at Pagosa juno
tion. Milwaukee is headquarters for
saw mill machinery. and Mr.. Sloan
went to the fountain head, the weight
Of the goods bought being over one
hundred thousand pounds.
At the residence of Mrs. d. +. Day
Saturday afternoon large number Of
ladies' rendered Mrs. Mclean a fare
we'll where she could meet and say
good bye to her many Durango
friends. There were present Mes
danes Vale. Newman Kelly. Pulford
Ferguson. Wall, lockwood, Smith,
Jakway. Mcconnell. Keller. McClosky
O'Keefe, Camp. Pickerill. Stanley Day,
Morton Schutt. Miss Chadsey, Mrs
George West. Mrs. Perkins, Mrs. Par
sons, Mrs Sedwick, Mrs. Robinson
Miss RAIDER. Miss Pence, Mrs. Gogar
ty. Mrs. Ritter.
Durango contains set of gossipers
and scandal mongers whose object
seems to be to drag the name Of re-
spectacle women into the mire. Sto-
ries started keep on growing until
many are led to believe that what is
utterly untrue. Two such individuals
ran amuck OF the wrong fellow this
afternoon and were given lesson
that Will. or at least should. serve
| them for all time to come II 1t
doesn't then gun will do 1t. We are
not In favor Of gun plays, but there
are times when it seems to be the
only means of settling those who de
fame woman's good name.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

embark in the second hand business
again. Mr.. Thompson understands
the business and makes a success
where others fail If you have any
thing in the second hand line to dis
pose of consult him
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Stubbs and Jakway are after the
stove trade and use considerable space
to let The Herald readers know they
handle the celebrated Buck article in
both heating and ranges.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

John Dave Identifies himself with
The Fair today. 1t was an
nounced some time ago that Mr.. Dave
had purchased an interest in the bust
ness, but was not footloose until
today. Mr. Dave will add strength to
the house and we predict a contin-
ued increase in business.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

S. NJ Biggs returned Sunday even
Ing from a trip to the outside.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

At Richey's you can get bargains
in books during this week. All $3.50
books go for 81 except those that are
sold net
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

and child left for Durango and 1T is
hoped that by this time reconcilia-
ton has taken place.-Silverton
Standard
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

C. H. Loud was down from Silver.
ton yesterday.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Charles A. Johnson went out owe
the Southern this morning.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

l. Kruschke returned last evening
from Denver. where he was called to
the sick bed of his wife. The Herald
is pleased to state that Mrs. Krusch-
Ike has been improving for several
days. and it is believed she will con-
tinue to improve. result to be sin
cerely hoped for.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

N. T. Thompson has concluded to
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Two Mexicans We're up before his
honor. Judge Houx. this morning,
charged with fighting. 1t cost each
of them ten dollars. the city being
enriched to the tune of half the
amount, the officers getting the rest.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

| Zeller returned last evening from
day spent at Chama. where he in
speeted the timepieces of railroad fra
ternity
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

News from all over the southwest
is encouraging.
Herb Clark is in line for seeds
Morris Stein, wife and children and
"colored" nurse were among the in
coming passengers last evening.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

The individual who goes about town
decrying a merchant for whom he
has worked and been discharged, is a
safe person to let alone under all cir
cumstances. as a man who will lie
about one firm will lie about
another Customers of a house
should never place any reli-
ance in the statements of an ex-em-
ploye who has been discharged be-
cause man who will talk about his
business is utterly unreliable in all
walks of life-a safe proposition to
let alone.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

daily. Latest in spring novelties for
men and women.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

While the street department is busy
cleaning the streets and alleys prop
erty owners can do much in way of
improvement by having their resi-
dences painted inside and out Paint
is Improvement.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

The Colorado State bank people arc
contemplating the erection of n brick
and stone bank building at Pagosa
Springs this spring
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Easter services at the yarioul
churches were well attended.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Il. II. Clark, of Chicago, assumes
the position with Stubbs & Jakway
vacated by John Dave. Mr. Clarke is
an active and energetic man and will
be pleased to meet patrons of the
firm.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

J. w. Wingate went to Silverton
yesterday, His Durango visits are al
ways welcome ms John is n good citi
zen for any community
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Rasmus Hansen arrived from the
east Saturday night, spending the Sab
bath in Durango. Mr.. Hansen con-
summated important details while on
the outside and left today for the up
per country. Mr.. Hansen is a good
citizen and always q hustler
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

j. II. Crist came in from Monero
last evening to attend the meeting
of coal miners. He returned this
morning.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

o. s. Galbreath returned yesterday
from n trip To Pueblo. Denver and
other state points In the interests of
Red Men order
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Rolla James and sister Grace de
parted for Denver this morning. Iris
said Mrs. James will join them tn,
last OF the week and make that city
the future home.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

This is election day in all cities of
the third class. To be legal Durango
should also be holding one as before
the year is over the effects of the
bunglesome legislative act will be
manifested
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Tickets for the Glee and Mandolin
university boys can be reserved at
Parsons drug store Thursday morn.
ing, commencing at eight O'Clock.
Tickets are selling fast and there will
no doubt be crowded house.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

The Durango Oil company is anx-
iously awaiting the arrival of machin-
cry There has been vexatious delay
but Secretary Eldredge is in hopes
the car will arrive this week and in
side of another week making rapid
progress in sinking.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

If McDaniels had not been SO free
with his mouth he no doubt would
be free man today. The man who
commits n crime must not talk too
much unless he wants to be taken in
tow.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

A T. Sullenberger came in from
Pagosa junction last evening to con-
suit with Mr.. r. Il. Sloan. He re-
turned this morning. rushing business
preventing further time
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

The Knights Templars attended the
Methodist church IN n body In full uni
form last evening Mr.. Hawke deliv-
cred mn interesting talk
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

The cold weather has prevented
women from getting out and selecting
their spring hats in many cases, but
the various emporiums are well sup
piled 80 that those visiting the estab-
iishments this and coming weeks will
be well provided for.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

F. c. Kendrick. the SiIverton smelt-
ing man. was In town yesterday.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Herald's job artist, left this morning
for Denver, where she will visit pa
rents and other relatives for a few
weeks.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Harry West left this morning for
Pueblo. where he goes to consider
situations offered him. We dislike to
lose Harry but he must necessarily
look after his own welfare.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Time to clean up back alleys-and
streets also. All disease breeding
filth should be removed without de-
lay. The accumulation of winters
rubbish imparts a disagreeable odor
and looks bad.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

The Grnden people have something
Interesting TO impart to Herald read
ers today In both dress goods depart
ment ms well as In the millinery.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Pagosa Springs has home dramat
ic company that will present Rio
Grande" Friday and Saturday nights
OF this week
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1902-04-03

Consult william r. Milton before
engaging shade and fruit trees. His
line IL adapted TO climate and soil.