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Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13
Irrigation Appropriation

Your "Uncle Joe Cannon" has
various ways of heading off increased
appropriations. Last year the irriga-
tion advocates stole a march on the
redoubtable chairman Of the appro-
priations committee and got the
amount for irrigation surveys in
creased from 100000 to $500, 900.
This year Mr.. Cannon, VINO has
never favored irrigation, cut the
amount down in committee to $780,
600. The irrigationists however
rallied and got the 5000, 900 restored
when the bill came up on the floor of
the house. Aud then "Uncle Joe"
smiled and remarked that the reason
he scared his irrigation friends was
to head them off from obtaining a
further increase to 100000, or to
what amount he didn't know.
This appropriation is of consider
able general usefulness. 1t not only
includes irrigation surveys for the
west, but stream measurements and
river gaugings in every other state,
which is Of great importance to the
east where the power of streams an d
rivers is being constantly utilized fol
manufacturing. And wherever a
new factory is built, and men EN-
ployed at good wages, an additionaI
market is Immediately created fol
farm and other products.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13
Methodist Church Jottings.


The topic for next Sabbath morn
ing is, "The Communion Of Saints,
and for tie evening. "The Groups
Around the Cross"
Be sure to come to the entertain
ment given next Tuesday night at
the church by Jesse S. Gilbert, Phi
D., on "Courtship and Marriage. -
This is the last of the course of
entertainments given by the Ep
worth League. This popular enter
tainment was given not long ago at
the Epworth church, Matamoras
DR. Gilbert is a success wherever he
goes. It is our good fortune to have
him. Be sure and come
New singing books have been
purchased for our Sabbath school
entitled the Gospel Chorus. It is a
good thing once in while 20 "Sing
unto the Lord a new song. This
book has some excellent new songs
as we'll as the choicest of the ole
We believe it will prove a valuable
addition to our work
Miss Lillian Buchanan. Miss Mary
Quick, Mrs Scudder, Benjamin
Beardsley and the writer attended
the rally at the Sparrowbush NJ e.
church last Tuesday evening. The
question box, conducted by DR..
Chadwick was of unusual interest.
The answers that he gave were
brief and pointed, just the kind that
are needed and that do good The
address of Mr.. Shoop was full OF
good thought and was forcefully
delivered. The moments of conse.
Grafton were most helpful It did
us good to go and we feel sure that
it did the people of Sparrowbusl
good to attend such a service.
1t gives as great pleasure to wei.
come j. G. Fletcher back again &c
our church fellowship. We are GLAD
to see him in the old time spirit
ready TO do the work that falls t.
his lot. May his stay among us BE-
a mutual blessing to himself ant
the church.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13
Life Guards

The Life Guards are two regiments
of cavalry forming part Of the British
household troops. They are gallant
soldiers, and every loyal British heart
is proud of them. Not 'Only the
Kings household, but yours, ours,
everybody's should have its life
guards. The need of them is espec-
tally great when the greatest foes of
life, diseases, find allies in the very
elements, as colds, influenza, catarrh,
the grip and pneumonia do in the
stormy month Of March. The best
way that we know otto guard against
these diseases is TO strengthen the
system with Hoods Sarsaparilla-
the greatest of all life guards. 1t
removes the conditions in which these
diseases make their most successful
attack, gives vigor and tone to all the
vital organs and functions, and inn
parts genial warmth to the blood.
Remember the weaker tine system
the greater the exposure to disease.
Hoods Sarsaparilla makes the system
strong.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13

Lose Two Strong Men

The democrats in the senate lost
two men with the adjournment Of
congress who have for long time
served with aggressiveness and
distinction. MIR. Vest and Mr.. Jones
of Arkansas have taken conspicuous
parts in all the principle national
debates in the past eighteen years.
Mr.. Vest owing to poor health
voluntarily retires; Mr.. Jones gives
place to a successful rival. The loss
Of these two men, however, is prob
ably compensated for by the acquisi-
tion Of Mr.. German of Maryland and
Mr.. Teller of Colorado Mr.. German
is probably the most ,astute leader
the democrats ever had and comes to
the senate, in Mr.. Wellington's place,
with long previous senatorial expert
ence. Mr.. Teller, recently full
iedged democrat, in addition to being
man of notable attainInents had the
advantages of having been all his life
participant in the most important
councils of the republican party.
Both of these new senators know all
the ''ropes."
On the other hand the republicans
lose none Of their strongest men.
Senators Allison, Spooner, Fairbanks
Foraker, and Platt Of Connecticut all
enter upon new terms, all are accom-
plished debaters, wise in experience
and have committee appointment.
which give them great influence in
legislative matters. The republican
party in the senate, While it may be
met with foemen entirely worthy O
its steel was never in better shape t.
handle the great questions Of the day
for whUse solutionsthe party stand;
pledged or for which NJ willfbe held
responsible by the people.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13
The Panama Treaty

II is understood that Senator Nor
gan does not intend to consume very
much more time in discussing the
Panama treaty IN the senate. If this
is the case there will be an early vote
on that treaty with no question Of its
ratification.
A good deal of uncertainty exists
as to the extent and character Of the
opposition which is to be made to
Cuban reciprocity treaty. There is
no question that there wilt be a very
strong and decided opposition, altho
there is undoubtedly a Z vote in its
favor in the senate.
The new senate gained several
votes for this treaty, notably Mr..
Gorman, who succeeds Mr.. yelling
ton. There is also one from Idaho,
one from Washington and two from
Delaware. The hope is INDUCED in
that the debate on this treaty can be
completed during the present month.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13
DANCER Of Colds and Grin

The greatest danger from colds
and grip is their resulting in pneu-
monia. If reasonable care is used,
however, and Cham berlain's Cough
Remedy taken, all danger will be
avoided. Among the tens Of thous-
ands who have used this remedy for
these diseases we have yet to learn
of a single case having resulted in
pneumonia, which shows conclusive
ly that itis a certain preventive Of
that dangerous disease. 1t VIII cure
q cold or an attack Of the grip in less
time than any other treatment. Il
is pleasant and safe TO take. For
sale by Balch a. Son. Matamoras,
all general st0res in Pike county.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13

Henpeok (shaking) My dear, there
are burglars in the house.
Mrs. II. (determinedly)-Well, we
will have to go downstairs and see.
Henpeck (nervously) y)--You go first,
my dear. The burglars wouldn't shoot
a woman.
Mrs. II. (hrmly)-Never. It is a
wife's duty to follow her husband
Baltimore American.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13

Owners of fast horses in this
section seem to be preparing to
"cut" the turf this season. What
will become of the Driving Park2
Turned into an athletic association,
perhaps, where the stockholders can
somersault with the problem of
making it pay dividends.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13
Grip Remedies in Great Demand

When colds and grip are preva
lent the quickest and surest RENE
dies are ia great demand. Nm
Joseph d. Williams, Of MoDuff, Va.
says that he was cured Of a very
deep and lasting attack Of Ia grippe
by using ChamberlaiR's Cougl
Remedy after trying several Other
preparations with no effect. Foi
sale by Balch & Son. Matamoras
all general stores in Pike county.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13

The trout season under the state
law opens April 18th and ends July
31st, both days inclusive. 1t is said
the laws relating to game and fish
are to be strictly enforced this
season and prudence will dictate
that anxious sportsman have care
not to make themselves amenable.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13

Mrs. Getthere Such impudencei
Here's Sister Matilda proposing to
come here with both her children and
make us a long visit.
Mr. G.--But you spent half the sum.
mer at her home in the country, and
you had four children and a nurse.
Mrs. GA different thing altogeth
er. She has no servants, but she knows
perfectly well that we have several anC
that every one Of them will get mad
and leave II the family is increased
N. Y. Weekly.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13
I. one oId Custom MA survlves

q One Old Custom That Survives
An ancient custom which still
survives was to roll eggs down a
hill, the one which reached the bot
tom intact winning the rest A
survival Of this custom is found in
Washington, where the children
gather in the White House grounds
on Easter Monday and roll eggs
down the grassy slope in front of
the building
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13

$50 you don't want your consti-
tuents to know about the luxury
you are maintaining"
"No," answered Senator Sorghum.
"Some constituents are pretty
selfish They'll think that if 1 have
any extra money to spend ought to
pay it out for votes."- Washington
Star.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13
WyokOffs New York Store Weekly News
EVIDENCES OF SPRING

Evidences of spring be in every section of tn,
store These evidences are strengthening and before
long the whole shop will be aIrayed in the bright
fresh merchandise of the new season. More to
talk about even now thanspace permits. You
are interested in new goods You'll be
particularly interested when we tell you
that these new goods are rightly bought
and that they going to be sold on
very reasonable margin of profit
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13

And now where is your republican
busting Of the trusts?, shoutsa Chicago
papr. II might be remarked here
that the republican party never ex-
pressed any intention Of undertaking
trust busting,
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13
EaaeatIonal DIaelpllne.

Little Girl-1f / was a teacher I'd
make everybody behave.
Auntie--How would you accom-
plish that?
Little Girl-Very easy. When girls
was bad I'd tell them they didn't
look pretty; and when little boys
was bad I'd make them sit with the
girls, and when big boys was bad
wouldn't let them sit with the girls
-Tit-Bits.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13
Legal Advertising.

Administrators and Executors
notices 5.DU
Auditorie notices 400
Divorce notices 9.uO
Shoriff's sales, Orphans court sales,
County Treasurer's sales, County state
ment and election proclamation charged
by the square.
J.H. Van Etten, PUBLISHER,
Milford, Pike County, Pa
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13

"What kind Of a time did you have
ct the party?" asked the old friend
First rate" answered Mr.. Cum
rox. you see, It. was a Masquerade
party, and mother and the girls
couldn't identity me and cfiticise my
grammar and department. Wash.
'ngton Star.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13

The PRESS may not be "the best
paper going" but a number of new
subscribers evidently think it the
best paper coming-to them.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13
Advertising Rates.

One square(elg linesl lone Insertion H.00
Each subsequent Insertion 90
Reduced rites, furnished on application
will be allowed yearly advertisers.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13

Extraordinarily wife is the great
est woman for changing things
around ! ever saw.
Yeast-What's wrong now?
''Why / never can find the keyhole
in the front door the same place two
nights in succession. .rZY Yonkers
Statesman.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13
The New
Dress Goods

tivity Mt the be-
ginning of new season in dress
goods. We snow the new weaves
early, so that you may get first
choice of the markets best. A
strong feature of the dress goods
selling this season promises to be the
Mohairs and Siciliaus. These we
carry from 25c to S1.75 the yard
1iger grade Sicililns are yard and
a half wide Our line embraces too.
wool Crepe de Chine, wool Peau de
Sole, Voile, Mistral, Corded Batiste,
Albatross, Lansdown, etc. Shep.
herds checks will figure conspicu-
ously in the coming season s wear.
These well represent, 25c to 81 the
yard. The popular Venetians,
Meltons, Broadcloths, Cheviots, etc,
will be largely used.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13

FOR SALE. One two seated sur
rey with top, one light runabout
wagon, one set single harness, one
wolf skin rnbe. two horse blankets
and Two lap robes. Enquire at the
PREss once .-tf
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13

New Tailor Each new seasons
product puts in the
Made Suits shade the product
of the previous sea-
son. There's an indelible stamp
of style about these new suits that
is bound to impress you The col
larless jacket is much in evidence in
the seasons offerings, giving oppor-
tunity for pretty neckwear now so
much in vogue. Fronts of Jackets
and skirts in many instances are
Ornamented with long tabs, to which
are attached the now popular pend
ants. The new full sleeve is one
distinguishing mark from last sea
son, if you see no other Skirts are
cut full and pretty ornamented,
some without lining. most with
drop skirts. Made from Cheviot,
Voiles, Venetians, etc. On some
we've maintained the collars and
revers tor those of modest taste.
Some 40 and AZ in this style. For
smaller women we have some lines
of misses suits, made up on the
same lines as the ladies' suits. Alter
suits and skirts free of charge
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13

When you can't eat break.
fast, take SCOTS Emulsion.
When you can't eat bread
and butter, take SCOTS
Emulsion. When you have
been living on a milk diet and
want something a little more
nOurishing, take SCOtt's
Emulsion.
To get fat you must eat
fat. ScOtt'S Emulsion is a
great fattener, a great
strength giVer.
Those who have lost flesh
want to increase all body
tissues, not only fat. ScOtPs
Emulsion increases them all,
bone, flesh, blood and
nerve.
For invaIids, for con-
Valescents. for COnsumptiVes,
for weak children, for all
who need flesh. ScOtt's
Emulsion is a rich and com.
Portable food, and a natural
tonic.
SCOTS Emulsion for bone,
lesh, blood and nerve.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13
.Laces and
Trimmings

kinds are to I've worn in profusion
Separable patterns in medallion ef-
fects are very strong Our stock
was never in better shape than now.
Lace all-overs in cotton and silk are
also much used these from 25c to
81. Silk appliques in black and
white, or combination of same, are
still popular. Many dresses will be
elaborately decorated with pendants
in black and white
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13

in an early choice. Taffeta family
of silks lead, many calls being made
on them. China Silks, Crepe de
Chine, Peau de Crepe and goods Of
such nature strongly used for Shirt
Waists. Blacks embrace Taffeta,
Peau de Soies, Peau de Cygne, Royal
Cords, Satin Duchess. Our prices
hard to beat, quality. etc, considered.
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13

Never before in our
business experience
have we invited you
to view such beautiful
silk weaves at such
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13

Among the first
departments to
show business ae-
Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1903-03-13

StV1ish Hard to tell from silk
Mo;e+ are the new mercerized
" w "IS' es white goods better for
SLuHS waist purposes, stockier
and standing laundry.
Our line will surpass your fondest
dreams in point of varity & newness.
Some prettily blended with colors.
Williams news., 1903-02-21

was now only question of time, we thought. before Parker would be taken.
 "The trail led through a box can yon made famous in the days of Kit Carson, when he drove the Navajo Indians in there and compelled them to surrender. Our horses were tired, and it became necessary to send back for fresh ones, and this, in my opinion, saved the lives of the posse, for Parker had planned an ambush in this canyon, through which the trail led, that would un- doubtedly have resulted in the death of every man.
 ."We could follow his trail in the snow into this canyon and over a sheer precipice of perhaps fifteen feet. The trail then ran straight to a waterfall, which had drop of perhaps fifty feet. Parker had doubled on his trail and climbed the cliff and fortified himself in position to command the entire range of the canyon. Had we ever gotten into this trap, as Ihave said, not one would have escaped, for Parker was a dead shot and was we'll armed A delay of twenty hours, however, threw Parker off the track and he continued toward the Nevada line. In his escape to
 [Continued on Page Fourl
Williams news., 1903-02-21
THE MEXICAN PERTENENCIA
An Accurate Definition of What This Min
 ing Word Means.

The following by MT. James w. Malcolsom, printed in New York paper, is a clear definition of the Mexican "pertenencia":
 A Mexican pertenencia is single, indivisible mining claim, and is the official unit of area for mining ground. Where possible it must be rectangular, 100 meters 1928 feet) by 100 meters, but in any case must contain 10000 square meters. It is bounded by vertical planes. It is the smallest area which may be located on ground not already limited by surrounding locations. The possession of pertenencia gives no right to the surface ground within it's boundaries. An annual payment of $1O Mexican currency, payable to the federal government, is required to hold each pertenencia in Mexico. Mining property in Mexico differs from that in the United States in this principal re- spect: A United States patent gives absolute perpetual possession, while a Mexican title to perte- nencia is simply lease of the un- derground, which is forfeited three months after failure to pay the rent.
Williams news., 1903-02-21

Gangs of Mexicans have been ar. irving in Clifton for the past week or two. They are from Old Mexico and are of the peon class. At least seventy-five have arrived in Cliff. ton during the past week. This is unusual, and besides, thereis plenty of work in Sonora at good wages It is the supposition of many that these Mexicans are refugees from the district infected with bubonic plague, which is a most reasonable supposition, as their appearance in such numbers is most unusual. At any rate they have the appearance of being pretty tough hombres, and should be compelled to move on. The labor market is we'll supplied without their services, and they are certainly a dangerous element in any cohmunity.-Copper Era.
Williams news., 1903-02-21

This company is one of the most powerful electrical concerns in the world, and is capable of installing an immense plant in that section. They have had experts over the ground several times in the past year, and know just what they are doing. The installation of a plant of this nature means great things to mine and mill men of Mohave county.-Prescott Courier.
 The senate committee on mili- tary affairs has authorized favor able report on the bill to reinstate Alex B. Pendleton as a cadet in the West Point military academy. Pendleton, who was appointed from Arizona. was dismissed for hazing. It is claimed in his behalf that the offense did not come under the head of hazing.
 Mrs. J. M. Murphy, of Kingman, has been elected president for Mo have county of the Woman's Sui frage association by the territorial organization at Phoenix. The or ganization is growing in numerical strength and influence, and it looks as though the measure for the en- franchisement of the gentler sex would be carried through at this session of the territorial legisla- ire
Williams news., 1903-02-21
GRAND SCENIC
 RAILWAY ROUTE
D. Il. Moffitt to Build Railroad Along the Grand Canyon.
 Will Span the Chasm
Ntunber 30

Utal. has good reason for asking
 Arizona to cede to her all the land
 lying north of the Grand Canyon,
 about 5000 square miles in all, and
 Arizona, for the same reason, wilt
 hold on to that territory and will
 maintain it's present boundary line
 in it's entirety. But there are very
 few Arizonans who are aware of the
 reasons why Utah wants the sec
 tion of country mentioned, and
 those few who do know have not re-
 vealed the facts to the public. says
 the Phoenix Gazette of February 13.
 It is said, on good authority. that along the Grand Canyon and through Arizona will soon he build ing one of the grandest scenic rail- road routes of the entire world. The plans for the road have been made and the project is >heing backed by D. H. Moffitt. one of the richest men in Colorado, if not in the entire west. The road will have but one purpose, and that will be for pleasure and sight-seekers, and if the plans are carried out, and there is not the least doubt but that they will be, one of the worlds most beautiful sights will be re- vealed to travellers, who will not be forced to leave the cars and travel for days through the toughest of country to view the sights that have attracted thousands upon thousands of people during the past few years.
 The company headed by MT. Moffitt has already been incorpor- ated, and it is understood will con meet with. the Colorado Southern in the lower part of Colorado, running west down the Colorado river and the Grand Canyon. It will cross the Canyon twice, touching some of the most picturesque country to be found on the face of the earth.
 ''It was when Utah learned of this project" said w. A. Rowe, from Yavapai eoun- ty, 'that the idea of getting a DOT ton of Arizona's territory was born, with the hope that by securing the they would be on the grandest scenic route in the world D. H. Moffitt is behind the scheme, and l have it pretty straight that the plans are almost fully devel- 3ped. The road will he purely a scenic one and for passengers only. This is one reason why we should not cede any of our territory te Utah.
 Arizona must maintain the i'm tegrity of her boundary lines," he "and not for any con sideration should we part with a foot of land along the Colorado river or Grand Canyon. Utah does not propose to givo us anything for  ,he land, and should inducements De offered, we could not afford, un- Ter the circumstances, to part with hat section above the Canyon"
 It is understood that the com nittee, composed of Messrs. White tides, Rice and Corbett of the coun- 'il, and Messrs. Woolf, Page. Cowan, Webb and St. Charles of the house, will report that the committee has efused to negotiate with the Utah Strip Commissioners" Messrs. Johnson and Morris.
 A meeting was held in Phoenix t which E. s. Clark of Yavapai ounty represented Coconino cona- y and Kean St. Charles appeared or Mohave county, strongly oppos- ng the cession of the land asked pr. The commissioners were ittv ormed at the time that it would be to aocede to the reques f Utah.
 The year 1903 PTS
Williams news., 1903-02-21

The recent snow storm was one of the worst this section has expe- rienced for years. The ground was frozen when the snow fell, and as a consequence it is drifting very badly. In the mountains the fall is the greatest in years, which in- dicates that next spring will be one of the best from cattleman's standpoint in the past seven or eight years. Grasses are now ap- bearing on the south side of the hills in great King man Miner.