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Amador ledger., 1903-10-09
The wardenship of Folsom,

According to the San Francisco
papers, the selection of a new warden
for the Folsom penitentiary has been
virtually settled, and on November 10,
when the board of prison directors
meet to name the successor to Warden
Wilkerson, the honor will fall to j. M.
Standley, eX-sheriff of MendOcino cOun-
ty. In accordance with time honored
custom, the wisdom of which the Led
ger is unable to perceive, the wardens
of the two state prison institutions are
selected from opposing political parties.
Presumably this is done to remove
these positions out of the pale of politi-
cal influence as much as possible. But
all the same this claim is merely sham.
When vacancy occurs, if is the poll
ticians of both parties who bestir them
selves to get favorites appointed. More
over it is usually politicians often
of the back-number variety-who set
up a clamor for the fat berths. Re-
publicans are found pulling the wires
for the appointment of democrat, and
vice versa. Now, when a republican
administration is on top, why two good
republicans-men who have been true
to the party in the ascendancy-cannot
be found to administer the affairs of
the prison, we have never been able to
find out, To try to divide the respon-
sibility by selecting men of differing
political beliefs is not apt to prove a
success. 1t does not in fact remove the
institutions from political influence any
more than a straight-out policy. Ger
tainly if the past history of the state
prisons is to be taken as criterion, it
has accomplished nothing in the direc-
ton of reform. But SO the fiat has
gone forth that one state prison must
be managed by republican and the
other by democrat. AS Warden
Tompkins of San Quentin is a republi-
can, the wardenship of Folsom is due
to democrat. When it became known
that Wilkerson had to retire, there
were host of applicants for the place.
1t may not be generally known that
U S Gregory, ex-sheriff OF Amador
county, was mentioned for the place.
Finally the race narrowed down to a
contest between U S Gregory of ANA
dor county, ex-sheriff J. M. Standley
of Mendocino county, and L. j. Fallon,
treasurer of Marin county. Gregory
was warmly championed by prison
director Don Ray. and for a time his
chances appeared promising. Then,
despite the support of director Ray, he
was eliminated from the race, and Fal-
Ion and Standley remained.
Each man was viewed favorably by
the board OF prison directors. Finally,
however, the experience gained by
Standley as an official in handling
criminals threw the balance to his side,
and majority of the board now favors
his candidacy.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-09
An Evening of Humor and Fun.

Next Monday evening Cyrus Brown
lee Newton, the noted humorist and
comedian, will give one of his pleasing
entertainments in the M. E. church,
Jackson. He is the prince of entertain
ers in his line. He has appeared before
Stockton audiences over 80 times, and
Sacramento and other cities over 20
times, always commanding crowded
house. He is a native of California,
and by far the most noted humorist
the state has produced. Last winter a
series of three entertainments was ar
ranged to be given in jackson, and
tickets for the course were sold by Miss
Hildd Clough. Two entertainments
were given at that time. Those hold
ing these season tickets will be admit
ted to this entertainment on presenta-
tion of the same at the doors. For
others the admission will be SOC for
adults; 25c for children. Proceeds
over expenses will be given to the NJ.
E. church. This is an opportunity
that should not be missed to enjoy an
intellectual and comical feast.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-09
Drawing Their Fees.

The hollowness of the contention
made by the justices and constables,
that they could not, owing to the
attitude of the auditor, draw any com
pensation for their services in criminal
cases, either under the old or the new
law, until the final determination of
the suit now pending by the supreme
court, is fully shown by perusal of
the proceedings of the board of SUPER
visors published in this issue. 1t will
be seen that some justices and con-
stables were allowed their fees. No
doubt all would have been allowed their
just claims under the fee law had they
sent in their claims. 1t is noticeable.
that those who have been the loudest
In denouncing the appeal of the case,
are not in the list of bills allowed.
Neither are those who figure as petit
tioners in the mandamus proceedings.
1t would, psfhaps, seem incongruous
for them as individuals to put in a de-
mand for fees while they are actually
suing for salary. Viewed in the light
OF a friendly suit for the purpose of
testing the constitutionality of the sal
airy law, we can see nothing inconsist-
ent in accepting fees, pending the final
outcome. 1t may be, after the hue and
cry that has been made, after the
strenuous efforts that have been made
to block the appeal proceedings, a re-
treat at this juncture would appear
strange. At any rate, the plea that
they were asked to serve without pay
has been exploded by the unanswer-
able logic of facts.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-09

Communication from M. Lobner of
Colfax, in regard to the purchase of
the rock breaker now owned by ANA
dor county was read, and the matter
was referred to supervisor Moore.
On motion, S. E. Williams was ap-
pointed poundmaster in and for town
ship one.
The following applications for license
to sell liquor were granted: James
Clements, at Central house, township
5; A. c. Adams, Pine Grove; D. Nuner,
Globe hotel, Jackson; Jas. Craze, Jack
son, and Sari and Biscardi, Jackson.
On motion the auditor was authorized
to draw his warrant for the sum of $50
in favor of each of the following per-
sons: G. L. Culbert, G. P. Vinini, J..
Marchant and E. B. Moore, for ex-
'penses incurred in attending the meet
ing of the state board of equalization on
citation from that body to show cause
why the assessment of AmadOr county
should not be raised.
1t was moved and carried that Mrs.
John Cupps be allowed the sum of $50
for the funeral expenses of an ex-soldier.
Report of poundmaster of township
5, J. H. Holman, received aud filed.
Application of T. K. Norman for
credit for H. N. Covey, was granted.
Communication from Sacramento
Valley Development Association, read
and ordered filed.
Adjourned until first Monday in
November.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-09
The Case of Stamps.

James Stamps, who was so severely
burned at Electra two weeks ago by
coming in contact with a live wire, is
getting along nicely at the hospital in
San Francisco. AS conflicting reports
have been circulated as to the outcome
of his injuries, on inquiring at Electra
we have been informed that the injured
arm had not been amputated up to the
early part of this week. The attend
ing surgeon was in hopes of saving the
entire arm.
This morning we learned from Electra
that the arm had been amputated at
point just above the elbow. The in
formation was sent up by one of the
linemen who had been to visit him,
and there is no doubt as to the correct
ness.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-09
A Perfect Painless Pill

is one that will cleanse the system, set
the liver to action, remove the bile.
clear the complexion. cure headache,
and leave good taste in the mouth.
The famous little pills for doing such
work pleasantly and effectually are De-
Wits Little Early Risers. Bob Moore
OF Lafayette, Ind, says: "All other
pills have used grippe and sicken, while
DeWitt's Little Early Risers are simply
perfect" Sold by City Pharmacy,
Jackson.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-09
SUPERIOR COURT.
HON. R. C. RUST. JUDGE.

E. G. Amick VS.. M. K. Bell-De-
murrer submitted without argument.
Guardianship of N. and P. Drago-
manoyich, minors = Annual account
and report presented and allowed.
Estate of Francisco Borini-Final &C.
count settled and allowed. Estate con-
sisting of 130 acres valued at $500.
Expenses of administration 81. The
whole of estate distributed to Virginia
Borini, widow of deceased.
Estate OF Rebecca J. Thompson-Es-
tate consisting of real estate appraised
at $400. After payment of funeral ex-
penses, the residue of estate distributed
to Julius Chichizola.
David Mattley VS.. Geo. L. Thomas
To be tried October 10.
People VS.. w. r. Forbes-Set for
trial Nov. 8.
Estate of Louis Francisco-Final ac-
count and petition for discharge filed.
October II appointed for hearing same.
7. S. Tuttle, constable, VS.. G. L.
Culbert, county authorization to
strike out portions of complaint, and
demurrer argued and submitted.
Estate of William Maloney--G. nj.
AoOOloJ P0Oi4S dU-
pointed administrator.
NEW SUITS.
Joseph Ellis VS.. G.. E. Bawden, ],
Cavagnaro and others-Complain al
leges that plaintiff is the owner of 16O
acres in section 2 township 5 range 10;
that defendants in Septem ber,- 1903,
entered upon said land without plain
tiff's consent, and committed waste by
cutting trees and brush and digging
holes, and have commenced the con-
struction of dam across Jackson
creek, on plaintiffs premises; by these
acts plaintiff has been damaged to the
extent of $500. Judgment is asked for
that sum, and also that defendants be
restrained from said acts. Temporary
injunction issued. John F. Davis and
c. P. Vicini, attorneys for plaintiff,
PIONEER FLOUR always has been
Amador ledger., 1903-10-09
Card of Thanks.

To all kind friends who rendered
their assistance and aid during the last
illness and funeral ceremonies of Stefano
Lavezzo, the sincere thanks of his sor-
rowing relatives are hereby rendered.
MRS. A. LAvEZzO AND RELATIVES.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-09
Uncalled-for Letters.

Letters remaining unclaimed in tn,
jackson, Cal, postoffice, for the weel
ending Oct. 9, 1903:
D. 2. Ames Jas. ]. Westfall
John Thompson (2) R. " Penre
Miss H. MCGEE
G. G. FoLGER. Postmaster.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-09
For Sale.

A small stock of stationery, cutlery,
Roger Bros. silverware, picture frames,
notions, ETC., belonging to the estate of
Nichols, deceased, must be sold at
once, Inquire of j. B. Bastian, execu-
tor, Amador City, Cal, or j. w. Cald-
we'll, attorney for executor, Jackson.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-09
Bad Indeed,

Losing flesh is indeed bad sign.
Take Scott's Emulsion for it. For
weak digestion, for defective nourish-
ment, for consumption, take Scott's
Emulsion. 1t restores flesh because it
strikes to the cause of the loss.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-09

William Bristow, an old resident of
Plymouth, died in that town last Satur-
day. The remains were inferred in the
Jackson cemetery on Monday, by the
side of his wife, who died many years
ago. Deceased for number of years
worked as a carpenter around Plym-
outh and other places. He leaves a
gPQwp,up daughter,
Amador ledger., 1903-10-09
Methodist Church Services.

The pastor will occupy his pulpit at
both services. Morning subject, "The
entrance of thy words giveth light. :"
Evening subject, ''Several hundred
fainting men," Sunday school at 10
a. M, Epworth League at $50 p. m.
Good music at all the services. You
are cordially invited.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-09

Don't miss the fall and winter season
opening sale at the Red Front, Jack
sons cheapest dry goods store.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-09
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
tasteiess form. No Cure, No Pay. SOC
Nothing will please an invalid as we'll
as package of those fancy cakes from
Caminetti's Mkt.
Amador ledger., 1903-10-09
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS.

The board of supervisors met in
Jackson October 5, 1908. all the mem
bers present. -
The minutes of the last regular
meeting, and the special meeting held
Sept. q, were read and approved.
Bills we're allowed and ordered paid
as follows;
Amador ledger., 1903-10-09

PIONEER FLOUR always has been
and still is the best.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1903-11-27
Inyltes Cuba to Join Union.

Senator Newlands, author of the res
olution annexing Hawaii, introduced a
Joint resolution inviting Cuba to become
a State of the United States upon terms
Of equality with the States of the Union.
1t provides that Porto Rico shall become
4 county or province of Cuba; that all
present officers of Cuba shall retain their
positions until their terms expire that
the $4,000, 900 bonds of Cuba shall be-
come the bonds of the State of Cuba,
with interests reduced to 3 per cent. and
2 per cent, to be applied to a sinking
fund; that the present rural guard OF
Cuba shall be incorporated into the
Army of the United States; that the
money in the Cuban treasury shall be-
come the money of the State of Cuba.
The resolution closes with the follow.
ing declaration:
That the foregoing resolutions are in.
spired not by a desire TO annex forclbly
or to assert sovereignty over, the island
of Cuba, or 10 exercise any form OF
oonrpulsion; but solely by a>regard tor
the interest of the two countries and
conviction that the interests OF the States
composing the Federal Union- and Cuba
are identical, and that they can be best
secured by a union under one form oil
government in which all shall be repre-
scented OH equal terms and be governed
by equal and undiscrminating laws, in
surfing freedom Of trade and equality Of
right and privilege"
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1903-11-27
Senate Committee Acts Promptly.

The Senate Committee on Foreigr
Relations authorized a favorable re.
port on the bill giving effect to the
Cuban Reciprocity Treaty.
The motion to favorably report the
bill was not opposed by any member
OF the committee, and the decision tc
favorably report was arrived at in less
than IS minutes after the question wa,
taken up. No effort was made tc
amend the bill, and il will accordingly
be reported to the Senate just as il
came from the House OF Representa-
tivcs. The report will be made by Sen
ator Cuilom, as chairman OF the com
nlittee.
The only discussion which occurred
in the committee apropoS OF the bill.
was on the point as to whether ar
agreement could be secured with The
House looking to the adjournment o.
he extra session TcXt week, on The
condition that time be agreed upor
Early in the regular session for taking
vote on the bill. The members gen
.rally expressed themselves as willing
% enter into such an arrangement ant
he I4th OF December was named as a:
acceptable time for taking the vote Al
he members OF the committee eXcep
Senator's Morgan and Clarke. OF Mon
ana, were present at the meeting.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1903-11-27
Official Food Standard.

Secretary Wilson approved and pro
:aimed the official food standard,
which have just been formulated BY
he United States Food Standard
Commission and the executive com
nittcc OF the National Association
Pure Food Commissions. The com
nittee OF the latter organization. which
net here, has recommended to the dit
erent State food departments tina
hcsc standards be adopted for use il
he several States. The latter in it.
commentator says that the genera
ldoption OF the standards will unity th'
God control OF the States. This com
nittee, consisting OF A. II. Jones, loo
commissioner OF Illinois: N. B. Critch
ield. secretary oil agriculture of Penn
:ylvania; r. NJ. Allen, secretary OF tn,
National Pure-Food Association, ant
Food commissioners J. w. Bailey,
Oregon, and ]. B. Noble, of Connect
ut. authorized its secretary, r. NJ. Al
ZEN, to officially call All internationa
pure food congress at the St. Louis Elk.
position and to visit at once the gov
.rnments of Europe and invite them &c
AXE part.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1903-11-27
RUSH BACK INTO BURNING CABIN.
Frenzied Italians Perish Trying to Say
Their Money.

Johnstowm, Pa. (Special).-Twenty
eight bodies, charred and blackened be
You'd all possibility OF Identification, liz
in the ruins of what was once an Italian
lodging shanty located on the line OF tn
Pennsylvania Railroad, 20 miles east
this city and three-fourths of a mile ives
of Lilly. In addition to the list of thu
dead there are 81 men who have beer
removed to hospitals or to the homes OF
friends. Twelve of this number are il
the hospital in this city, and several can
rot recover The fire started while tn,
men were still in bed. How it originated
is a mystery. The men who cScapet
from the shanty alive are very reticen
about the matter, refusing to give any
information as to the origin of the blaze
According to the story of one man who
escaped from the Shanty, the men lost
their lives through fire which started
from an overheated stove.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1903-11-27
NATIONAL CAPITAL AFFAIRS.
Panama Must Be Ffrs! TO Ratify.

AT the last Cabinet meeting it was de-
cided to make no effort to ratlfy the
Isthmian Canal treaty here until 1t Is
ratified at Panama.
The administration has determined
that there shall be no repetition of the
failure of Colombia 10 complete the ratl
fcation of the treaty after final action
had been taken by the United Slater
Senate
The treaty will be placed in the hands
of the Panama commissioners now in
Washington and by them it will be
taken to Panama. The government
there, it is anticipated, will ratify it
promptly 1t is expected that it will be
returned to Washington bearing the sea-
of the Panama government early IN De
cember. President Roosevelt then will
transmit the treaty to the Senate with a
request for its ratification.
The commission from Panama, &C
companied by the Panama minister, M
Philippe Bunau-Varilla, was received al
the State Department by Secretary Hay.
The exchanges, while informal, were
most cordial, and were in English The
OcCTetdIy llISI BlcctCu ~. hhlduoi, anu
then shook hands with Mr.. Boyd, the
other member of the commission, and
with the Minister.
DR.. Amador informed the Secretary
that the commissioners had carefully in
spected the Hay BunauVarilla treaty
and desired to take this opportunity o.
expressing their entire satisfaction with
its terms. DR.. Amador assured the Sec
rotary that no time would be lost in its
ratification by the Pana,ns government.
He then paid tribute to the services
which the Panama Minister had per-
formed in so promptly negotiating the
convention.
After these fluctuations the Secretary
and the commissioners discussed the fu-
ture of the republic. 1t was pointed out
by the Minister that the Junta felt that
it must first accomplish the mission to
which it was called by the entire people
Of Panama, namely, ratify the Canal
Treaty, and that then it would turn its
attention 10 the equally important
though "lcss immediate" work of es-
tablishing a more usual form of gov
arnment
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1903-11-27
WAS A MINE FOREMAN'S DISCOVERY
Some Remarkable Cures Said to Have
Been Made.

Moscow (By Cable).-Remarkable
cures Of consumption have recently
been effected in Russia by Kisel Tag
oranSki, formerly a mining engineer,
and now specially licensed by the Rus
sian medical department 10 practice
medicine in cases OF tuberculosis. Tag
oranski has given the Associated Press
an account OF the origin OF his con-
sumption cure, from which it appears
that 80 years ago he was sent to 81
IBERIA to Superintend extensive mining
works. The medical facilities there
were extremely limited, and Zagoransk
himself attended to the medical wants
OF the workmen to the best OF his
ability. An old foreman Of the mine,
however, always took care OF the tu-
berculoss cases, and almost invariably
cured them. The foreman died some
years ago confding his tuberculosis
specific to Zagoranski, who continued
to use it,
Hearing a rumor that John D.
Rockefeller, OF the United States, had
offered an immense prize for the dis
covcry Of consumption cure, he con-
suited American Consul Smith, who,
with his brother, w. f. Smith, began
systematic observation OF the cases OF
several patients. especially that OF an
English lady, an acquaintance OF the
Consul, who had been given UP by the
doctors. She submitted to Zagoran-
skis treatment, which was given under
professional medical observation. AT
the end OF a week the proportion OF tu-
bercuosiS bacili i'll the saliva had been
reduced 10 per cent, and at the end OF
six weeks the patient had gained %
pounds, and there was no trace OF ba-
cili observable. From being unable
to walk across the room the patient
regained her normal strength. This oc-
Cured last spring, and the cure appears
10 be permanent.
In conversation with correspondent
W. f. Smith. the brother of the Con-
sui, cited other equally remarkable
cases. Zagoranskis treatment, accord
ing to Mr.. Smith. consists merely i'll
the drinking OF his specific in large
quantities, together with life i'll the
open air and observance OF careful
dietary.
Zagoranski says that SO far as he is
able to observe the treatment does not
renew wasted lung tissue, but arrests
the disease. AT whatever stage Of the
disease the treatment is begun it kills
the tuberculosis germ, leaving the sys-
tenn clean SO that it may build up by
a careful diet.
The Russian police at one time made
a strong effort to prevent ZagoransNs
practice, but W. E. Smith secured him
a special license from the Russian gov.
eminent, under which he is now operat-
ing. He has had many patients IL
Germany and other parts OF Europe.
Prince Oldenburg, a philanthropisi
OF St. Petersburg, who maintains sew
cral hospitals in Russia and a big SAN
itarium in the Caucasus at his own eX.
pense, has offered to place three beds
at Zagoranski'S disposal i'll St. Pc
tsrsburg hospital.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1903-11-27

| Joseph Chamberlain, in all address IL,
Wales, said he did not believe tariff
war would follow the adoption of his
fiscal policy, but if it did come, Great
Britain could get as much as OH former
occasions when she had the courage to
hold her Lwn
Ernest Biondi, the Italian sculptor.
will model the monument to be erected
fy International subscription to the
memory OF Pope Leo XIII. on top Of the
Scmpre Visa, tbe highest mountain of
the Lepini ChailM
The Italian authorities are exercised
over the secret expectation of Statuary
and antiques to England and the United
States A number of historical articles
have been stolen from the CatacombS
In the trial OF suit by ex-MinSter
Bettolo, Of Italy. against Deputy Ferri,
editor OF a socialist newspaper in Rome,
The lawyers got into fight and threw
inkstandS at one another.
Extradition was granted in London for
Taparae and Kebear. the two CroatianS
who were arrested at Southampton for
the murder of s. +. Ferguson. at West
AliddIetown, Pa.
Over $1,000 600 has been expended in
the high-speed electrical experiments at
Berlin, an electric car having STAINED a
speed of I3oH miles an hour.
Joseph Chamberlain was given
great reception at Cardiff, Wales. In
his speech he declared that Wales must
be prepared to defend its own trade,
saying the Welsh tinplatc trade had
received a staggering blow at the hands
oi the United States through the Nc
knlcy tariff.
At conference between the Foreign
Ministers OF Great Britain and Italy
at London an agreement was reached
iii matters affecting the foreign poll
lies OF those nations.
4 man named Allen, accused OF try
ing II secure secrets regarding the mil
nary dcfenSes OF Chcrbourg. was Or
icrcl to be expelled from France.
The Baku oil combination. engineer
ID by the Nobel and Rothschild inter
eStS. has added IS per cent TO the prices
ii oil throughout Russia.
The transfer OF Russian Ambassador
Ouroussof from Paris TO Rome and
that OF Ambassador NelidoAf from
Rome to Paris are gazctted.
An unknown man fred at and wound
ed slightly Senior Briesta, ono OF King
Alionso's tutors, in Madrid
The Socialists caused disturbances in
the final Prussaa Dies elections in Ber-
lin.
Sharp criticisms OF Premier Dr.. Vos
Kocber. OF Austria. i'll speech b.
Count Tsza, the Hungarian premier
it is feared. will farther er,danger the
sA~ nletion al the Apsqlcich.